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REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 05733540 (England and Wales)

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1122344

Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

for

Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

The Rowleys Partnership Ltd Statutory Auditors Chartered Accountants Charnwood House Harcourt Way Meridian Business Park Leicester Leicestershire LE19 1WP

Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Contents of the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

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Reference and Administrative Details 1
Report of the Trustees 2 to 17
Statement of Trustees' Responsibilities 18
Report of the Independent Auditors 19 to 21
Statement of Financial Activities 22
Balance Sheet 23
Cash Flow Statement 24
Notes to the Cash Flow Statement 25
Notes to the Financial Statements 26 to 40
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 41 to 42

Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Reference and Administrative Details for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

TRUSTEES

Dr N Fayard (Chair) Mrs P Warsi D J Martin Ms J Delo

REGISTERED OFFICE

Freeva 116 Regent Road Leicester Leicestershire LE1 7LT

REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER 05733540 (England and Wales)

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1122344

INDEPENDENT AUDITORS The Rowleys Partnership Ltd Statutory Auditors Chartered Accountants Charnwood House Harcourt Way Meridian Business Park Leicester Leicestershire LE19 1WP

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Suki Kaur

BANKERS The Co-operative Bank Norfolk House 84-86 Grey Street Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 6BZ

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in the notes to the accounts and comply with the charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011 and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland published in October 2019.

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Objectives and aims

The objects of the charity are:

For the benefit of the public of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) and the surrounding area and any other part of the United Kingdom, the provision of services towards the prevention of domestic and/or sexual violence and/or abuse and the relief of persons who have suffered or are in danger of suffering domestic and/or sexual violence and/or abuse.

Vision: To aspire to live in a society where everyone is free from violence and abuse.

Mission: To empower and support victims of domestic and sexual violence/abuse. To challenge abusive behaviours and support perpetrators that wish to change. To break the cycle of violence. To help build cohesive families and communities.

Scope: Our priority is to provide high quality effective support to victims and perpetrators irrespective of their backgrounds (i.e. age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and sex).

Values: Our values are based on six main principles. We believe that: - everyone has the right to be free and safe from violence and abuse

The charity's integrated response centre offers the following services:

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OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Public benefit statement

The trustees have had regard to the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit. The charity's activities are designed to meet the needs of members of the Community affected by (or at risk of being affected by) domestic and/or sexual violence and/or abuse, including those in need of help, advice and support who have either suffered from or believe they are likely to suffer from domestic and/or sexual violence and/or abuse. The charity's services are centred on victim/survivor support and rehabilitation of those who use violence and/or abuse in their relationships. The charity's services are currently centred within the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland area.

ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE Charitable activities Overview

It has been a year of tremendous growth at Freeva with more people than ever accessing our services! We are excited about the progress we have made and the positive impact we are creating, whilst recognising the challenges that naturally come with the rising demand. As we work to expand our service gaps, we are more committed than ever to delivering for our community.

Our support continues to have a transformative impact on those affected by domestic and/or sexual violence, providing essential help at critical moments. Everyone at Freeva, from trustees to staff, is deeply committed to our vision of a society free from violence and abuse. We are aware that there is still a long journey ahead, but we remain determined to reach as many people as possible, ensuring they receive the support they need to live free from abuse. Hearing from survivors about how our services have positively changed their lives reinforces the importance of specialist, impactful support services.

Our dedication to providing high-quality services is demonstrated by the external accreditations we maintain, offering reassurance to those who rely on our services as well as to funders, commissioners, and partners.

Key Figures for the Year 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2024

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Achievements and Successes

This year has reinforced Freeva's commitment to supporting those affected by violence and abuse, building partnerships, and striving for continuous improvement in our services. Despite challenges, our growth and success in securing funding allow us to reach more people in need and continue our work towards a violencefree society.

Fundraising and Organisational Development

Our fundraising strategy is geared towards financial sustainability and growth, with a focus on increasing unrestricted income. While we recognise the challenges, especially as unrestricted funding has not traditionally been a focus, building a strong foundation for fundraising is essential. To this end, we are committed to harnessing our most creative and innovative approaches to generate revenue. We have already invested in capacity-building efforts to strengthen our fundraising capabilities, including key appointments in Marketing and Fundraising.

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Achievements and Successes – continued

Supporting an Inclusive Workplace

In recognition of our growing, predominantly female workforce, and mindful of the unique challenges they may face within and outside the workplace, we implemented a menopause policy. As a supportive and inclusive employer, we are committed to ensuring that discussions surrounding menopause are open and free from stigma. This policy reassures our staff of our dedication to addressing their needs during this phase of life.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity Initiatives

We conducted our first Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity (EDI) survey with staff, which yielded positive feedback: 21% of respondents described Freeva as very inclusive, while 67% felt it was inclusive. Staff expressed their appreciation for working at Freeva, and we have used their feedback to identify areas for improvement. We are now implementing a strategy that fosters an integrated and proactive approach to EDI across the organisation.

Our Vision for Continued Impact

The goals we aim to achieve moving forward include:

We remain steadfast in our vision of a society free from violence and abuse. Through the opportunities we seize, the innovation we apply, and our confidence in the skills, expertise, and specialisation we bring to the sector, we will continue to:

We are deeply grateful to our funders and donors, whose support is essential in enabling us to deliver these vital services.

Performance: Helpline & Engagement Service

Over the past 12 months, our Helpline has seen a sustained increase in calls, alongside a rising volume of referrals from external agencies. The team has worked tirelessly to ensure that all referrals are processed both effectively and efficiently, maintaining our accredited helpline service for victims and professionals across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland through our Freephone Helpline. We have expanded face-toface opportunities for vulnerable clients, allowing them to undergo comprehensive risk and needs assessments in person, ensuring we fully understand their support needs and the risks associated with the abuse they have experienced.

Increasingly, clients present with complex, multifaceted support needs and vulnerabilities, requiring us to actively advocate with statutory partners to ensure they engage and provide necessary support for these clients.

The demand for all areas of support continues to rise. Calls to our helpline for safe, temporary refuge accommodation have increased by 40% over the period, with many clients from outside the area seeking safety in Leicester, Leicestershire, or Rutland. However, demand for refuge far exceeds local capacity. This, combined with the additional complexity and vulnerabilities of many clients, has posed a challenge for the team in securing suitable refuge placements. Notably, 51% of clients fleeing abuse from within Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland are reluctant to consider out-of-area refuge placements due to the potential impact on their children, personal support networks, and overall well-being.

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Performance: Helpline & Engagement Service - continued

Each client undergoes a thorough individual risk and support needs assessment, which can take up to an hour depending on complexity, followed by extensive actions and follow-ups to mitigate risks, engage clients, and improve their immediate safety. Our Helpline team provides the following support and services to all clients:

Through these comprehensive services, we remain committed to providing critical, accessible, and impactful support to individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence, ensuring they receive the guidance, protection, and resources necessary to improve their immediate safety and well-being.

Pride in Our Helpline Service

We are immensely proud of the support we provide and the consistent, positive feedback we receive from clients who contact our Helpline. Here are a few reflections from those we've assisted:

"[Helpline Adviser] was very lovely to speak to. She said she made the process very easy and made me feel listened to and empowered. This was the first time I sought support, and I am feeling very grateful." Helpline & Engagement Client

"This is the first time that I feel someone has heard me and has listened to me. Thank you, you have been a breath of fresh air, I felt lost and didn't know what to do. Thank you for everything” Helpline & Engagement Client

Specialist Support for High-Risk Victims

Over the past year, we have expanded our specialist team supporting high-risk clients facing significant harm. At the request of the Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner, we took over the management of additional specialist posts, namely an additional Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to support the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC), two Hospital Based Specialist IDVA's providing support to victims of domestic abuse attending the University Hospitals of Leicester; one worker based in the Emergency Department at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and one based in the Maternity Department. We also took over management of a contract and now provide specialist IDVA support for clients from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic communities.

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Specialist Domestic Violence Court (SDVC)

Our IDVA, based at the weekly Specialist Domestic Violence Court (SDVC), has supported 605 clients over the last 12 months. This demanding post currently operates without cover for absences, presenting challenges due to the high client volume and workload. Given this IDVA's exclusive focus on Leicester Magistrates Court, there is a concerning gap in dedicated specialist IDVA support for clients proceeding to trial at Crown Court. This has led to clients facing the intimidating task of preparing for and attending court alone, often resulting in case withdrawals due to lack of support.

National research shows that sexual abuse survivors supported by an Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) are 51% more likely to remain engaged with the criminal justice system. Freeva's own ISVA team exceeds this figure, and we aim to replicate this success by establishing a team of Court-Based IDVAs to support domestic abuse victims across both SDVC and Crown Court cases.

One client shared their appreciation:

"I want to thank your service, especially [IDVA] for outstanding service, and friendly professional support. During this challenging time, [IDVA's] knowledge and support made a massive difference. I noticed that [IDVA] not only did her job but she was generally caring about me as a victim… I want you to know how important is your service to us" - SDVC Client

MARAC (Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference)

Clients supported through MARAC are at imminent risk of life-altering injury or homicide. The nature of these risks requires urgent safeguarding, multi-agency coordination, and a responsive team to execute MARAC's identified actions and address clients' immediate needs. Each MARAC case managed by our Helpline & Engagement Services (HES) team involves substantial work.

The addition of a MARAC IDVA has provided some relief; however, demand remains high. From 1 April to 31 March, the HES MARAC team managed 1,357 referrals for 748 clients, surpassing Safe Lives' guidance of 6080 cases per IDVA per year. We will continue collaborating closely with commissioners and partners to ensure our resources align with the increasing demand.

Support for Male Victims

We are committed to providing dedicated support for male victims across Leicestershire, and we're encouraged by the significant increase in male clients reaching out to Freeva for support over the past year. Through our Helpline, we supported 172 men across Leicestershire. Encouragingly, there was also a notable rise in male clients from Leicester City (+46%) and an increase in Rutland, where support cases grew from one in 2022 to eleven in 2023-24. This positive trend reflects the growing visibility and understanding of the unique challenges male victims' face, which has encouraged more men to seek support.

"After support I feel empowered, and I have been able to maintain boundaries"

"It has been good to have someone to listen to me"

"My voice has finally been heard "

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Specialist Support for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Communities

The introduction of specialist BAME support workers have been instrumental in breaking down many of the challenges and barriers that BAME clients encounter. Our BAME specialists provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, survivor-centred support while also advocating for systemic change. By collaborating closely with partner agencies and communities, they help foster safer and more inclusive environments for all survivors.

BAME communities often experience unique cultural norms and values that may affect perceptions of domestic abuse. Our specialist team's understanding of these cultural needs enables them to deliver tailored, effective support that resonates with BAME clients. Recognising that BAME survivors may face additional barriers-such as language differences, immigration concerns, and potential discrimination-our specialists offer practical assistance to navigate these challenges and ensure clients have access to the support they need.

Our interventions aim to empower BAME survivors to make informed decisions about their safety and wellbeing, providing them with resources, guidance, and support to assert their rights, set boundaries, and make choices that serve their best interests.

Feedback from BAME clients includes:

"Without you I'd be homeless at risk of further abuse, I am so happy that me and my baby are now safe. Thank you so much; we will be happy now"

"From the bottom of my heart I really appreciate everything you has done to help me I could not have done it without you"

- BAME Victims

Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) and Children's ISVA (CHISVA) Services

This year has posed significant challenges for our Sexual Violence team, mainly due to ongoing and prolonged delays within the Criminal Justice System. For clients navigating court proceedings, cases are now often open with our Specialist ISVA service for extended periods, some for as long as 5-7 years. This, coupled with a substantial number of new referrals, has placed pressure on staff capacity and the ability to promptly allocate new cases. To mitigate these challenges, we ensure that initial contact and a comprehensive support needs assessment are conducted within 24-48 hours of referral. This allows us to quickly identify any high-risk factors and prioritise cases accordingly.

In the past year, we received 905 referrals for both adult and child services, providing support to 1,264 clients a 12% increase from the previous year. Support for adults increased by 14%, totalling 898 adult clients, while the number of children and young people supported rose by 19%, from 343 to 408. Notably, we observed a 30% increase in clients who chose not to report or pursue a police investigation. Our ISVA team remains committed to supporting all clients, both those who choose to report and those who do not. In response to this trend, we have refined our Short-Term ISVA support model to offer immediate, focused assistance addressing urgent needs, mental health, emotional well-being, and recovery from trauma.

Due to the volume of referrals, a waiting list for allocation to a dedicated ISVA or CHISVA has been necessary. To manage client expectations, this waiting list is communicated during the initial assessment. In the interim, each client is assigned a named support worker they can contact for urgent needs or concerns, ensuring they have ongoing access to support even while waiting for a dedicated advisor.

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Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) and Children's ISVA (CHISVA) Services - continued

To protect the mental well-being of our team and mitigate vicarious trauma, we manage caseloads carefully, ensuring fair distribution and identifying clients requiring immediate intervention.

Our collaboration with the Sexual Abuse Referral Centre (SARC), Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), Witness Care, Witness Service, Police, and other partners has strengthened, fostering better outcomes for victims. This year, we were proud to see three members of our Specialist ISVA team formally recognised for their outstanding contributions:

In recognition of their exceptional investigation of a complex child sexual and physical abuse and domestic abuse over a number of years and offences committed during an armed siege resulting in life imprisonment for the defendant.

The nomination acknowledged the significant role that our ISVA's had undertaken with this complex case, noting they established excellent rapports with each victim/survivor and helped them to establish themselves as individuals. They assisted with housing, finances, additional support and were additional points of contact. Additionally, they had to manage relationships amongst the family members due to tensions and differences.

The nomination recognised that both ISVAs went well above and beyond what would be expected of them. This was an appalling case of abuse with very troubled victims. The involvement of an ISVA was considered invaluable and without this support the victims may have disengaged with court proceedings.

Our ISVA and CHISVA teams, guided by two exceptional and dedicated service managers, remain steadfast in delivering crucial support to survivors of sexual violence, empowering them to move forward and recover from trauma while navigating complex systems and processes. The outstanding work of one of our service managers, again, recognised formally receiving the Chief Superintendent's Award for 'outstanding work on the investigation into a serious Sexual Assault which took place in Loughborough'.

Counselling Services

Over the past year, our counselling services have supported 69 victims, delivering a total of 322 counselling sessions. Although we did not meet our initial target for client volume in the adult counselling provision, it is important to note that many clients are grappling with complex, embedded, and recurring trauma often rooted in childhood experiences, which can be exacerbated by domestic violence. Given the intricacy of these issues, the standard 6-8 sessions have frequently proven insufficient for achieving the desired outcomes. This has presented challenges for both the clients and our in-house counsellor. To address this, we have authorised additional sessions on a case-by-case basis and implemented further support for our counselling staff to help manage the expectations of both commissioners and clients.

Despite these challenges, we have received exceptionally positive feedback from clients. This suggests that our intervention model, which focuses on providing initial steps toward recovery rather than a long-term therapeutic relationship, is beneficial in facilitating a pathway to healing.

My life has reopened after being shut off for many, many years. I now have the confidence and courage to reflect and move onto my next chapter" - Adult Counselling Client

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Counselling for Children and Young People

Since January 2023, Freeva has expanded its counselling services to include young people, thanks to successful funding that will support these services until June 2025.

This programme is dedicated to assisting victims of abuse, as well as individuals exhibiting abusive behaviours, through a therapeutic intervention model that typically spans 10-12 weeks. To ensure flexibility and accessibility, sessions are conducted either within the child or young person's educational setting or at Freeva's offices.

Our counsellor employs a person-centred, holistic approach, utilising creative therapeutic techniques such as play therapy and sand tray therapy to engage effectively with children and young people. This tailored approach allows us to address their individual needs within a supportive and nurturing environment.

Between April 2023 and March 2024, we received 46 referrals for assessment and delivered a total of 322 counselling sessions. The primary sources of these referrals have been the Freeva helpline and the Young People's Project, with additional referrals coming directly from social care.

Looking ahead, we anticipate continued growth for this service, enabling us to reach and support even more young people. Through ongoing partnerships and the development of innovative therapeutic approaches, we aim to enhance both the quality and accessibility of our counselling services, effectively responding to the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

Perpetrator Services Overview

The Jenkins Project - Leicester City, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR)

The Jenkins Project successfully maintained its Respect Accredited status for a third time after a thorough and extensive review of how the project adheres to the service standards conducted by a Respect assessor. The assessment report contained no recommendations for further work or any advisories, and highlighted areas of exemplary practice. Particularly noteworthy was the assessor's comments regarding partner support and treatment management, and both areas being examples of best practice which will be shared with other accredited members. The maintenance of the accreditation highlights the dedication and professionalism of the Jenkins Project team, and the commitment to upholding the legacy of high standard service delivery.

Key Statistics:

During 2023/24, The Jenkins Project received a total of 274 referrals, categorised as follows:

Children's Services remained the primary referral source, but self-referrals constituted 29% of total referrals, amounting to 39 cases.

The Jenkins Project facilitated 190 group sessions and 124 one-on-one sessions for perpetrators, alongside 210 support sessions for survivors. Of the 40 perpetrators who started the intervention, 29 completed it, yielding a completion rate of 73%.

The Jenkins Project provided a range of interventions in 2023/24, including:

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Key Statistics: continued

Additionally, the Foundations awareness-raising program continued on Saturdays for clients deemed unsuitable for intensive interventions due to low accountability or motivation to change.

All (ex) partners identified as having experienced recent abuse from the perpetrators referred into service were offered support where possible (i.e. if contact was successfully made - often making contact can be difficult due to partners not answering calls from unknown numbers and there being limitation on options of contact). Across LLR, 102 survivors engaged with the Jenkins Project Partner Support.

Partner Support Service Feedback

Partners utilising the Partner Support Service were invited to provide feedback following the completion of the perpetrator's intervention. Remarkably, 100% of respondents reported feeling safer and noted improvements in their health and well-being, a reflection of the long-term impacts of abuse on mental health.

Clients have expressed appreciation for the extended duration of support available through the PSS, which fosters rapport with their support workers and allows them to reflect on their experiences while being introduced to new coping tools. Recognising the potential for over-dependence on the service, PSS is also committed to preparing clients for a successful exit from the program.

Client Testimonials:

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Interventions Feedback

During a midway review, one client expressed that the most beneficial aspect of the program was its emphasis on introspection, stating, "The way it focuses on recognising our unhealthy behaviours has been invaluable." He noted that he has gained practical tools to apply in his daily life, allowing him to communicate his feelings more effectively to his partner and engage in discussions in an empathetic and constructive manner. He suggested, however, that there could be "more focus on psychological explanations of behaviour" to enhance the program further.

Another client, also at his midway review, indicated he had no suggestions for changes to the program. He described the intervention as "amazing support" and praised the intervention workers as "personable and great professionals." He reported that the sessions have helped him become calmer and adopt a more methodical approach to challenges, along with increased accountability for his actions.

Service User Feedback

Feedback provided in the Service User Feedback session with Service Manager (online group): Facilitators hold you accountable, are empathic and keep sessions focussed. "It's amazing. It's transformed my life". "It's changed my mentality". "It's interesting. I am willing to learn and listen". In terms of what they would like to be different about the programme, one person suggested the sessions are a bit long and they would prefer to have 2 shorter sessions per week.

"Feedback provided in the Service User Feedback session with Service Manager (face to face group): The facilitators are methodical, knowledgeable, and approachable and have boundaries. The sessions are culturally sensitive. "I look forward to sessions. It really changes the way you think and makes you look into yourself".

One completer stated that the facilitators "always had an open door policy which provided me with comfort and a safe space to speak freely". They also noted that they felt more in control of their emotions and that they could remain calm in situations where they would previously have lost their temper. They stated that group sessions were helpful to allow you to know you are not alone in facing problems .

Your Choice Project - Nottinghamshire

The Your Choice Project (YCP) is now managed by Equation in Nottinghamshire. It continues to deliver the Jenkins Project Second Step programme under a licensing agreement. This collaboration involves providing operational and senior management support, treatment management, and training for facilitation staff.

The YP Project - Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR) Update

We are delighted to report that the YP Project has had another impactful year, bolstered by continued support from the National Lottery Community Fund. In April 2023, we embarked on the first year of a second three-year funding cycle, which guarantees our work will continue until March 2026. This additional funding enables us to build on the strong foundation of work already established by the team, ensuring that we can keep making a tangible difference to young people, their families, and their communities across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.

Referrals and Impact

In 2023–2024, the YP Project received 139 referrals for young people using abusive behaviours and their parents/partners. Our bespoke 1-to-1 intervention services remain at the core of our work, offering tailored support to meet individual needs.

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The YP Project - Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR) Update - continued

Referrals and Impact - continued

In addition to working directly with young people, we provide parents with opportunities to connect and support each other. Our Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) programme continues to be a valuable tool in group sessions, facilitated by two experienced team members. These sessions empower parents to address their challenges collaboratively and with confidence.

Parent Feedback:

Team Growth and Challenges

Our team has grown and adapted over the past year. We now have one full-time and one part-time intervention worker, alongside a specialist Children and Young Person Counsellor. This counselling provision is a critical part of our holistic approach, ensuring we can address the wider needs of the families we support.

Managing Demand

Demand for our services remains high. As of April 2024, our waiting list included nearly 100 service users . Despite the challenges of managing this demand with a small team, our dedicated volunteers and staff work tirelessly to monitor the waiting list, assess risks, and provide interim support for those awaiting intervention.

Schools and Community Outreach

Our schools work continues to be a vital part of our mission, complementing our 1-to-1 provision. This year, we delivered assemblies to 560 primary and secondary school students , covering topics such as healthy relationships, consent, and toxic masculinity. Many of these sessions extended into follow-up classroom workshops, allowing for deeper engagement.

Training for Professionals

The YP team has also supported professionals across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland by delivering specialist training on Adolescent to Parent Violence and Abuse (APVA) and Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) . Over the past year, we hosted several full-day, face-to-face training sessions attended by 29 professionals , equipping them with practical tools and knowledge to address these issues in their own practice.

Looking Ahead

As we move into the second year of this funding cycle, we remain committed to:

With the ongoing support of the National Lottery Community Fund, our dedicated team, and our partners, the YP Project is well-positioned to continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and their families.

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FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial position

The statement of financial activities shows total income for the year of £2,086,721 as compared with £1,981,289 in the year ended 31 March 2024, an increase of £105,432. The total expenditure for the year ended 31 March 2024 was £2,036,029 (2023: £1,938,183).

This leaves a surplus for the year of £50,692 (2023: £43,106).

Reserve’s policy

Freeva Reserves Policy and Financial Overview

To ensure the stability and sustainability of our services, Freeva maintains reserves to:

Fulfil Contractual Obligations: In case of closure, reserves cover contractual liabilities such as redundancy pay, outstanding debts, and lease commitments.

Address Unexpected Costs: Meet unexpected costs like break down of essential office machinery, staff cover re illness, maternity leave, parental leave and legal costs defending the charities interest. Replace essential equipment as it wears out.

Sustain Quality Services: Ensure that the charity can continue to provide a stable and quality service to those who need them. Within this context to minimise recruitment, invest in staff training and avoid the need for redundancies caused by financial crisis.

Provide Working Capital: The calculation of the required level of reserves is an integral part of the organisation's planning, budget and forecast cycle.

Reserve Calculation and Management

Freeva's required reserve levels are calculated within our planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles, accounting for:

Our reserves position:

Y/E 31 March 2024 Y/E 31 March 2023 Y/E 31 March 2022
Unrestricted Funds
(Reserves) £159,481 £147,231 £109,364
Restricted Funds £268,585 £230,143 £224,904
Total Funds £428,066 £377,374 £334,268

Freeva's Funding and Future Plans

Currently, Freeva operates with 17 active grants and contracts, representing 99% of our funding, all in place until 2025. Our financial growth strategy includes pursuing additional grants, contracts, and donations.

The trustees fully support Freeva's reserves policy, encouraging the growth of reserves to meet our commitments to both staff and service users.

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FINANCIAL REVIEW Reserve’s policy - continued Freeva Reserves Policy and Financial Overview - continued

To responsibly manage financial stability, Freeva aims to maintain free reserves equivalent to two months of current expenditure. This level prepares Freeva for winding-up costs or unplanned events such as staff sickness or other leave requiring cover such as maternity leave; parental leave; adoption leave etc. replacement of essential equipment and to cover unexpected loss of a regular funder.

Potential for short time working

Whilst the trustees have to take a prudent position and allow for redundancy in the event of a financial crisis the charity does have a good relationship with its staff and the options of part time working and short term lay-offs would also be considered. It should however be noted that external funding is increasingly related to outputs and a move to part-time working could jeopardise some funding.

Restricted Funds

Restricted funds represent income received by the charity that is subject to specific conditions imposed by donors or grant-making bodies. These funds are held separately from unrestricted funds to ensure they are used exclusively for the purposes intended by the funders.

During the financial year, restricted funds were utilised in alignment with their respective terms and conditions, supporting designated projects and activities in accordance with the charity’s objectives.

At the year end, any remaining restricted funds have been carried forward to meet ongoing commitments and are disclosed in the notes to the accounts. The trustees confirm that all restricted funds are managed with due care to ensure that compliance with donors or grant-making requirements.

Establishing and maintaining a prudent level of reserves

In the event of reserves dipping below the target Freeva will aim to restore the reserves to at least two months of expenditure. If reserves exceed three months the trustees will consider the likely expenditure over the next two years and aim to reduce the reserves by the end of two years. This could be achieved by reducing income generated through fund raising and training, in addition to increasing expenditure.

Bringing actual reserves into line with the policy

At 31st March 2024, free reserves amounted to £159,481 which is below the anticipated figure required.

Monitoring and reviewing of reserves policy

The trustees will consider current costs of closure and examine the level of reserves each year when setting the following year's budget.

This reserves policy will be reviewed every year

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FUTURE PLANS

We will commence work on our Fundraising and Marketing Strategy, focusing on sustainable core services, meeting growing demand, and addressing services gaps. A key component will be implementing a structured and targeted approach to secure the resources needed to expand our services, raise awareness, and advocate for systemic change.

This strategy will emphasise diversifying fund sources, building strong relationships with donors, and increasing unrestricted funds, ensuring the long-term financial resilience of Freeva. Through ambitious yet achievable targets, we aim to enhance service delivery by aligning income generation, revitalising fundraising and volunteer engagement, and strengthening organisational capacity. Additionally, we will prioritise risk management, ensuring every contribution maximises its impact, enabling Freeva to provide vital support to those in need for years to come.

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governing document

The charity is constituted as a company limited by guarantee number 05733540 and is therefore governed by a Memorandum and Articles of Association dated 7th March 2006, as amended by written resolutions dated the 1st of February 2007, 29th August 2007, 6th April 2009 and 19th September 2013.

The objects and powers are set out in the Memorandum of Association and regulated by the Articles of Association. All members of the charity will be approved by the trustees and no employee of the charity or relative of an employee is a member of the trustees. The trustees are responsible for setting the direction of the charity and establishing policy.

Appointment of trustees

All directors of the company are also trustees of the charity.

When considering co-opting trustees, the Board has regard to the requirement of any specialist skills needed. Trustees are sought in a variety of ways involving exploration of the field of potential candidates, recommendations from staff and through advertising via its own networks.

New trustees are given an induction pack to brief them on their legal obligations under charity and company law. The pack also includes the Memorandum and Articles of Association, information on the organisation, the strategic plan and fundraising strategy.

Trustees are also required to undertake an induction period, which includes meeting employees and other trustees. Internal and external training is also offered to help trustees undertake their role.

To assist the process, we also make available copies of the guidelines provided by the Charity Commission, 'The Essential Trustee - An Introduction'.

Organisational structure

On 7th March 2006 the company was incorporated as a private company limited by guarantee.

The company registered as a charity on 16th January 2008 with the Charity Commission.

The Board of Trustees administers the charity. The board meets frequently, as required, in order to manage the charity effectively. Full board trustee meetings take place every 6 weeks, in addition to one full day a year for business planning and to agree key objectives for the following year.

A Chief Executive is appointed by the trustees to manage the day to day operations of the charity. The Chief Executive delegates authority, within terms of delegation approved by the trustees. These include operational matters such as finance, employment and performance management.

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Related parties

During this year the charity worked in partnership with Equation to deliver perpetrator services in Nottinghamshire.

The charity works in partnership with local authorities and other agencies to enhance effective victim/survivor safety throughout the services provided by the charity.

Risk policy statement

As part of their overall duties of management, the trustees must ensure that the major risks to which the charity is exposed are reviewed and that systems are established to mitigate those risks. The trustees consider that a major risk is one, which if it materialised, would have a significant adverse impact on the charities ability to function and achieve its purposes as identified in its Memorandum and Articles of Association.

The trustees recognise that risks can arise not only from the charity's activities but also from failure to act or exploit opportunities. The Chief Executive reports to trustees on risk issues and the following areas of risk are reviewed at each meeting: health & safety, human resources etc. A key element in the management of financial risks is the setting of a fundraising strategy and this is reviewed regularly at trustee meetings.

The trustees actively review the major risks which the charity faces on a regular basis and believe that they have established systems to mitigate any significant operational or business risks.

Risk Assessment

The anticipated risk against current funders/contracts is an issue and one that the trustees regard as high risk. As the National and Local Government strategies change so has the means of allocating, commissioning and dispensing funds. Tendering, commissioning and service level agreements are now the norm, and this has been anticipated by Freeva.

GOING CONCERN

The Trustees assess whether the use of going concern is appropriate, i.e. whether there are any material uncertainties related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the ability of the charity to continue as a going concern. The Trustees have concluded that there are adequate resources to continue as a going concern for the foreseeable future. The Trustees make this assessment in respect of a period of at least one year from the date of authorisation for issue of the financial statements. The Trustees have also concluded that at present there are no additional material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as a going concern, thus the charity continues to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

AUDITORS

The auditors, The Rowleys Partnership Ltd, will be proposed for re-appointment at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Statement of Trustees' Responsibilities for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

The trustees (who are also the directors of Freeva (A company limited by guarantee) for the purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the Report of the Trustees and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that period. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to

The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable company and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

In so far as the trustees are aware:

This report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions of Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

22/01/2025

Approved by order of the board of trustees on ............................................. and signed on its behalf by:

Nicole Fayard

. ~~.......................................~~ signed on 22/01/2025, 14:19:05 GMT .......... Dr N Fayard - Trustee

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Report of the Independent Auditors to the Members of Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Opinion

We have audited the financial statements of Freeva (A company limited by guarantee) (the 'charitable company') for the year ended 31 March 2024 which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities, the Balance Sheet, the Cash Flow Statement and notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

In our opinion the financial statements:

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors' responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the charitable company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC's Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Conclusions relating to going concern

In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the trustees' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.

Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the charitable company's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.

Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.

Other information

The trustees are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the information included in the Annual Report, other than the financial statements and our Report of the Independent Auditors thereon.

Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.

In connection with our audit of the financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.

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Report of the Independent Auditors to the Members of Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006

In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit:

Matters on which we are required to report by exception

In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the charitable company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the Report of the Trustees.

We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters where the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:

Responsibilities of trustees

As explained more fully in the Statement of Trustees' Responsibilities, the trustees (who are also the directors of the charitable company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are responsible for assessing the charitable company's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the trustees either intend to liquidate the charitable company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue a Report of the Independent Auditors that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.

Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below:

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Report of the Independent Auditors to the Members of Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Because of the inherent limitations of an audit, there is a risk that we will not detect all irregularities, including those leading to a material misstatement in the financial statements or non-compliance with regulation. This risk increases the more that compliance with a law or regulation is removed from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, as we will be less likely to become aware of instances of non-compliance. The risk is also greater regarding irregularities occurring due to fraud rather than error, as fraud involves intentional concealment, forgery, collusion, omission or misrepresentation.

A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is located on the Financial Reporting Council's website at www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our Report of the Independent Auditors.

Use of our report

This report is made solely to the charitable company's members, as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charitable company's members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditors' report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charitable company and the charitable company's members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.

Paula Swann-Jones Mrs P Swann-Jones FCA (Senior Statutory Auditor) for and on behalf of The Rowleys Partnership Ltd signed on 22/01/2025, 16:14:17 GMT Statutory Auditors Chartered Accountants Charnwood House Harcourt Way Meridian Business Park Leicester Leicestershire LE19 1WP 22/01/2025 Date: .............................................

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Statement of Financial Activities (Incorporating an Income and Expenditure Account) for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

Notes
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
2
Charitable activities
4
Grants
Other trading activities
3
Total
EXPENDITURE ON
Charitable activities
5
Service delivery
Support costs
Total
NET INCOME
Transfers between funds
15
Net movement in funds
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD		 Unrestricted
fund
£
42,266
-
-
42,266
29,099
-
29,099
13,167
(917)
12,250
147,231
159,481		 Restricted
funds
£
-
2,044,455
-
2,044,455
1,988,205
18,725
2,006,930
37,525
917
38,442
230,143
268,585		 2024
Total
funds
£
42,266
2,044,455
-
2,086,721
2,017,304
18,725
2,036,029
50,692
-
50,692
377,374
428,066		 2023
Total
funds
£
61,523
1,918,366
1,400
1,981,289
1,920,371
17,812
1,938,183
43,106
-
43,106
334,268
377,374

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Freeva

(A company limited by guarantee) (Registered number: 05733540)

Balance Sheet 31 March 2024

Unrestricted
fund
Notes
£
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
11
34,110
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
12
-
Cash at bank and in hand
125,371
125,371
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year
13
-
NET CURRENT ASSETS
125,371
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES
159,481
NET ASSETS
159,481
FUNDS
15
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
TOTAL FUNDS		 Restricted
funds
£
-
396,189
(33,687)
362,502
(93,917)
268,585
268,585
268,585		 2024
Total
funds
£
34,110
396,189
91,684
487,873
(93,917)
393,956
428,066
428,066
159,481
268,585
428,066		 2023
Total
funds
£
48,448
248,141
230,798
478,939
(150,013)
328,926
377,374
377,374
147,231
230,143
377,374

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to charitable companies subject to the small companies’ regime.

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on ............................................. and were signed on its behalf by: 22/01/2025

Nicole Fayard

. ~~.......................................~~ signed on 22/01/2025, 14:19:05 GMT ..... N Fayard - Trustee

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Cash Flow Statement for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

Notes
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash generated from operations
1
Net cash used in operating activities
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of tangible fixed assets
Net cash used in investing activities
Change in cash and cash equivalents
in the reporting period
Cash and cash equivalents at the
beginning of the reporting period
2
Cash and cash equivalents at the end
of the reporting period
2		 2024
£
(126,342)
(126,342)
(12,772)
(12,772)
(139,114)
230,798
91,684		 2023
£
(20,106)
(20,106)
(40,178)
(40,178)
(60,284)
291,082
230,798

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Cash Flow Statement for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

1. RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
2024 2023
£ £
Net income for the reporting period (as per the Statement of
Financial Activities) 50,692 43,106
Adjustments for:
Depreciation charges 27,110 25,604
Increase in debtors (148,048) (78,000)
Decrease in creditors (56,096) (10,816)
Net cash used in operations (126,342) (20,106)
2. ANALYSIS OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
2024 2023
£ £
Cash in hand 91,864 230,798
Total cash and cash equivalents 91,684 230,798
3. ANALYSIS OF CHANGES IN NET FUNDS
At 1.4.23 Cash flow At 31.3.24
£ £ £
Net cash
Cash at bank and in hand 230,798 (138,934) 91,864
Total 230,798 (139,934) 91,684

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements of the charitable company, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

Freeva is a private company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales. The address of the registered office is given in the charity information on page 1 of these financial statements.

The significant accounting policies applied in the preparation of these financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all years presented unless otherwise stated.

Income

All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received, and the amount can be measured reliably.

Income from government and other grants are recognised at fair value when the charity has entitlement after any performance conditions have been met, it is probable that the income will be received, and the amount can be measured reliably. If entitlement is not met, then these amounts are deferred.

Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings, they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Tangible fixed assets

Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.

Fixtures and fittings - 25% on cost - Computer equipment 33% straight line basis

Taxation

The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities. Expenses are inclusive of VAT where applicable.

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued

Fund accounting

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.

Pension costs and other post-retirement benefits

The charitable company operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charitable company's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate.

Debtors and creditors receivable/payable within one year

Debtors and creditors with no stated interest rate and receivable or payable within one year are recorded at transaction price. Any losses arising from impairment are recognised in expenditure.

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash in hand and cash on deposit.

Going concern

The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis as the trustees believe that no material uncertainties exist. The trustees have considered the level of funds held and the expected level of income and expenditure for 12 months from authorising these financial statements. The budgeted income and expenditure are sufficient with the level of reserves for the charity to be able to continue as a going concern.

Leases

Rentals payable under operating leases are charged to the SoFA on a straight-line basis over the period of the lease.

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES

Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
£
£
The National Funding
-
-
Thomas Dudley
-
-
Small donations
1,295
-
Equation
Nottinghamshire
36,913
-
Private clients
1,500
-
Other income
2,558
-
42,266 -		 Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
£
£
The National Funding
-
-
Thomas Dudley
-
-
Small donations
1,295
-
Equation
Nottinghamshire
36,913
-
Private clients
1,500
-
Other income
2,558
-
42,266 -		 31.03.24
Total
funds
Unrestricted
funds
£
£
-
99
-
5,000
1,295
1,134
36,913
55,000
1,500
-
2,558
290
42,266
61,523		 Restricted
funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 31.03.23
Total
funds
£
99
5,000
1,134

55,000
-
290
61,523
-

3. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES

Jenkins Project -
Paid places		 Unrestricted
funds
£
-
-		 Restricted
funds
£
-		 31.3.24
Total funds
£
-
-		 Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
£
£
1,400 -
1,400
-		 31.3.23
Total
funds
£
1,400
- 1,400

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

4. INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES

Grants
OPCC - CHISVA
Leicester City Council
CityPAN0935
Respect - CTL
CLF - Community
Lottery Fund
OPCC County Leics
OPCC County Nott's
MOJ ISVA
CSF ISVA
HES New
OPCC SVA
IDVA MARAC
SDV
MOJ IDVA
ACC
LCC DA
BAME
CCS
21SFU
22RASASF
23MOJ		 Activity
Grants

Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
£
£
-
68,192
-
182,392
-
-
-
158,172
-
174,101
-
123,362
-
109,274
-
120,128
-
434,708
-
176,540
-
38,621
-
38,621
-
38,621
-
42,982
-
38,272
-
38,272
-
28,619
-
9,733
-
155,058
-
68,787
- 2,044,455		 2024
£
2,044,455
31.3.24
Total
funds
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
£
£
£
68,192
-
68,192
182,392
-
183,983
-
-
152,432
158,172
-
115,317
174,101
-
196,433
123,362
-
111,948
109,274
-
109,274
120,128
-
120,128
434,708
-
434,716
176,540
-
176,537
38,621
-
28,966
38,621
-
28,966
38,621
-
28,966
42,982
-
42,982
38,272
-
38,272
38,272
-
38,272
28,619
-
42,982
9,733
-
-
155,508
-
-
68,787
-
-
2,044,455 - 1,918,366		 2023
£
1,918,366
31.3.23
Total
funds
£
68,192
183,983
152,432
115,317
196,433
111,948
109,274
120,128
434,716
176,537
28,966
28,966
28,966
42,982
38,272
38,272
42,982
-
-
-
1,918,366

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

5. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS

Service delivery
Support costs		 Direct
Costs (see
note 6)
£
2,017,304
-
2,017,304		 Support
costs (see
note 7)
£
-
18,725
18,725		 Totals
£
2,017,304
18,725
2,036,029

6. DIRECT COSTS OF CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES

Staff costs
Premises costs
ICT
Sundries
Interpreter fees
Legal and
professional
Direct project
costs
Subscriptions
Print, post and
stationery
Depreciation		 Unrestricted
funds
£
-
-
-
893
-
-
1,096
-
-
27,110
29,099		 Restricted
funds
£
1,518,047
93,823
47,108
10,085
23,538
8,792
269,681
11,614
5,517
-
1,988,205		 31.3.24
Total
funds
Unrestricted
funds
£
£
1,518,047
-
93,823
-
47,108
-
10,978
-
23,538
-
8,792
-
270,777
-
11,614
-
5,517
-
27,110
25,604
2,017,304 25,604		 31.3.24
Total
funds
Unrestricted
funds
£
£
1,518,047
-
93,823
-
47,108
-
10,978
-
23,538
-
8,792
-
270,777
-
11,614
-
5,517
-
27,110
25,604
2,017,304 25,604		 Restricted
funds
£
1,367,585
113,471
54,772
13,325
9,647
4,146
296,310
20,411
15,100
-
1,894,767		 31.3.23
Total
funds
£
1,367,585
113,471
54,772
13,325
9,647
4,146
296,310
20,411
15,100
25,604
1,920,371
25,604

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

7. SUPPORT COSTS

Support costs
Support costs, included in the above, are as follows:
Bank charges and interest
Payroll costs
Auditors Fees
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)
Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting):
Depreciation - owned assets		 Governance
costs
£
18,725
2024
2023
Support
Total
costs
activities
£
£
-
86
3,291
3,055
15,434
14,671
18,725
17,812
2024
2023
£
£
27,110
25,604

8. NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)

9. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2024 nor for the year ended 31 March 2023.

Trustees' expenses

There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2024 nor for the year ended 31 March 2023.

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

10. STAFF COSTS

Wages and salaries
Social security costs
Other pension costs		 2024
£
1,378,099
106,612
33,336
1,518,047		 2023
£
1,306,200
116,235
32,637
1,455,072

Included in the wages and salaries is the amount of £50,147 (2023- £48,942) being the remuneration paid to a key employee during the year.

The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:

Service costs
Governance costs		 2024
59
1
60		 2023
58
1
59

No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.

11. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS

TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
COST
At 1 April 2023
Additions
At 31 March 2024
DEPRECIATION
At 1 April 2023
Charge for year
At 31 March 2024
NET BOOK VALUE
At 31 March 2024
At 31 March 2023		 Fixtures
and
Computer
fittings
equipment
Totals
£
£
£
22,960
76,235
99,195
218
12,554
12,772
23,178
88,789
111,967
12,484
38,263
50,747
5,748
21,362
27,110
18,232
59,625
77,857
4,946
29,164
34,110
10,476
37,972
48,448		 Totals
£
99,195
12,772
50,747
27,110
77,857
34,110
48,448

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12. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR

Trade debtors
Other debtors
Trade debtors are stated after a bad debt provision of £200 (2023: £200)		 2024
£
81,962
314,227
396,189		 2023
£
45,699
202,442
248,141

13. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR

Trade creditors
Social security and other taxes
Other creditors
Accruals and deferred income		 2024
£
44,237
26,486
7,759
15,435
93,917		 2023
£
76,171
26,631
35,516
11,695
150,013

14. LEASING AGREEMENTS

Minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases fall due as follows:

Within one year
Between one and five years		 2024
£
42,500
-
42,500		 2023
£
51,000
42,500
93,500

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15. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
OPCC CHISVA
LLR TAN
PAN - Jenkins Project
CLF - Community Lottery Fund
OPCC VAWG
Respect - CTL
Tampax Fund
OPCC Counselling
OPCC County Leics
OPCC County Notts
MOJ SV/D
MOJ ISVA
Awards for All
MOJ CHISVA
01HES
16ACC - Adult / Child Counsellor
Service
17MLE - LCC DA Male Victim Helpline
18BME - BAME Specialist
19CSC - Child Counsellor Service
21SFU
22RSF RASASF
23 MOJ
TOTAL FUNDS		 At 1.4.23
£
147,231
5,090
1,231
6,316
-
14,212
36,695
5,026
316
24,996
-
31,380
30,367
9,852
277
5,003
9,673
15,439
8,080
26,190
-
-
-
230,143
377,374		 Net
movement
in funds
£
13,167
(595)
-
-
(845)
-
-
-
-
(12,780)
40,684
-
(6,671)
-
-
(810)
4,463
(5,091)
14,945
(8,494)
(72)
268
12,523
37,525
50,692		 Transfers
between
funds
£
(917)
-
-
-
845
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
72
-
-
917
-		 At
31.3.24
£
159,481
4,495
1,231
6,316
-
14,212
36,695
5,026
316
12,216
40,684
31,380
23,696
9,852
277
4,193
14,136
10,348
23,025
17,696
-
268
12,523
268,585
428,066

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

15. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
OPCC CHISVA
PAN - Jenkins Project
CLF - Community Lottery Fund
OPCC County Leics
OPCC County Notts
MOJ ISVA
CSF ISVA
01HES
02SVA
13MRC - IDVA MARAC Lead
14SDV - Specialist Domestic Violence Court Lead
15IDV - MOJ IDVA
16ACC - Adult / Child Counsellor Service
17MLE - LCC DA Male Victim Helpline
18BME - BAME Specialist
19CSC - Child Counsellor Service
21SFU
22RSF RASASF
23 MOJ
TOTAL FUNDS		 Incoming
resources
£
42,266
68,192
182,392
158,172
174,101
123,362
109,274
120,128
434,708
176,540
38,621
38,621
38,621
42,982
38,272
38,272
28,619
9,733
155,058
68,787
2,044,455
2,086,721		 Resources
expended
£
(29,099)
(68,787)
(182,392)
(159,017)
(186,881)
(82,678)
(115,945)
(120,128)
(435,518)
(176,540)
(38,621)
(38,621)
(38,621)
(38,519)
(43,363)
(23,327)
(37,113)
(9,805)
(154,790)
(56,264)
(2,006,930)
(2,036,029)		 Movement
in funds
£
13,167
(595)
-
(845)
(12,780)
40,684
(6,671)
-
(810)
-
-
-
-
4,463
(5,091)
14,945
(8,494)
(72)
268
12,523
37,525
50,692

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

15. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Comparatives for movement in funds

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
OPCC CHISVA
LLR TAN
PAN - Jenkins Project
CLF - Community Lottery Fund
Leicestershire Communities Fund
Henry Smith Charity
OPCC VAWG
Respect - CTL
Tampax Fund
OPCC Counselling
OPCC County Leics
OPCC County Notts
MOJ SV/D
MOJ ISVA
Awards for All
CSF ISVA
MOJ CHISVA
CSF ISVA Community
01HES
02SVA
14SDV - Specialist Domestic Violence
Court Lead
15IDV - MOJ IDVA
16ACC - Adult / Child Counsellor
Service
17MLE - LCC DA Male Victim Helpline
18BME - BAME Specialist
19CSC - Child Counsellor Service
TOTAL FUNDS		 At 1.4.22
£
109,364
5,555
1,231
2,086
8,788
159
915
14,212
43,682
5,026
316
39,291
26,527
31,380
33,659
9,852
-
277
1,948
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
224,904
334,268		 Net
movement
in funds
£
37,319
(465)
-
4,230
(8,788)
-
-
-
(6,987)
-
-
(14,295)
(26,527)
-
(3,292)
-
-
-
(2,035)
5,003
(2)
(307)
(130)
9,673
15,439
8,080
26,190
5,787
43,106		 Transfers
between
funds
£
548
-
-
-
-
(159)
(915)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
87
-
2
307
130
-
-
-
-
(548)
-		 At
31.3.23
£
147,231
5,090
1,231
6,316
-
-
-
14,212
36,695
5,026
316
24,996
-
31,380
30,367
9,852
-
277
-
5,003
-
-
-
9,673
15,439
8,080
26,190
230,143
377,374

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

15. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
OPCC CHISVA
PAN - Jenkins Project
CLF - Community Lottery Fund
Respect - CTL
OPCC County Leics
OPCC County Notts
MOJ ISVA
CSF ISVA
CSF ISVA Community
01HES
02SVA
13MRC - IDVA MARAC Lead
14SDV - Specialist Domestic Violence Court Lead
15IDV - MOJ IDVA
16ACC - Adult / Child Counsellor Service
17MLE - LCC DA Male Victim Helpline
18BME - BAME Specialist
19CSC - Child Counsellor Service
TOTAL FUNDS		 Incoming
resources
£
62,923
68,192
183,983
115,317
152,432
196,433
111,948
109,274
120,128
-
434,716
176,537
28,966
28,966
28,966
42,982
38,272
38,272
42,982
1,918,366
1,981,289		 Resources
expended
£
(25,604)
(68,657)
(179,753)
(124,105)
(159,419)
(210,728)
(138,475)
(112,566)
(120,128)
(2,035)
(429,713)
(176,539)
(28,966)
(29,273)
(29,096)
(33,309)
(22,833)
(30,192)
(16,792)
(1,912,579)
(1,938,183)		 Movement
in funds
£
37,319
(465)
4,230
(8,788)
(6,987)
(14,295)
(26,527)
(3,292)
-
(2,035)
5,003
(2)
-
(307)
(130)
9,673
15,439
8,080
26,190
5,787
43,106

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

Restricted funds relate to funding received for specific projects/services as follows:

OPCC - CHISVA (Office for Police Crime Commissioner) provide funding to Freeva to deliver support services for children and young people that have experienced rape and/or sexual assault.

PAN - Jenkins Project, Perpetrator Services. The services include interventions for those that use violence in their relationships and associated partner support services.

CLF - Community Lottery Fund - This funding is for the young people and their insight and behaviour, parents and carers for building confidence and skills and for professional practitioners increase awareness in APVA.

OPCC - VAWG - Funding provided by the Office of Police Crime Commissioner for a counselling coordinator role.

Respect - CTL - This funding is for the Make a Change perpetrator response project delivered in Lincolnshire.

Tampax Fund - Grant to provide Sexual Violence Recovery Toolkit programmes for victims of Rape and/or Sexual Assault.

OPCC Counselling - This funding for victims of sexual abuse.

OPCC County Leics - Provision of a Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Behaviour Change Service across LLR. Leicester Police - Therapeutic - To provide therapeutic counselling services for the victims of sexual assault.

OPCC County Notts - This requirement is sought to provide a Respect accredited perpetrator programme, build local capacity and an independent evaluation of IOM and the perpetrator programme. The programme itself will deliver in partnership with specialist domestic abuse support services to ensure that delivery is safe and effective.

MOJ SV/D - Covid-19 Extraordinary Domestic and Sexual violence and abuse MOJ funding.

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15. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

MOJ ISVA - Additional ISVA provision; the recruitment and training of three additional ISVA to work across LLR.

Award for All - Support project.

Community Support Fund ISVA (OPCC) - Funding for 3 specialist Independent Sexual Violence Advisors and additional support for the helpline.

MOJ - CHISVA (Ministry of Justice) provide funding to Freeva to deliver support services for children and young people that have experienced rape and/or sexual assault.

01HES - To provide a helpline and engagement service that feeds into Domestic Violence and Abuse services.

02SVA - To provide Sexual Violence and Abuse services as part of a wider set of services.

IDVA - This funding is for the young people between the ages of 5 to 18 who are victims/survivors of domestic abuse.

SDVA MARAC Lead - The employment of 1 Full Time Equivalent Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) To reduce waiting times for domestic abuse victims within the service.

15IDV - MOJ IDVA - To ensure IDVA attendance at the daily MARAC

16ACC - Adult / Child Counsellor Service

17MLE - LCC DA Male Victim Helpline

18BME - BAME Specialist

19CSC - Child Counsellor Service

21SFU The Council has selected the Supplier to provide a specialist therapeutic counselling children and young people.

22RSF - RASASF - Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Fund

23MOJ - Provision of additional IDVA functions as part of LLR wide commissioned victim service models.

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

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15. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Transfers between funds

The transfer between the funds is in respect of the support costs allocated.

16. EMPLOYEE BENEFIT OBLIGATIONS

PENSION - Defined contribution pension plans

The charity operates a defined contribution pension plan for its employees. The amount recognised as an expense in the period was £33,336 (2023: £32,637).

17. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2024.

During the year the charity paid £26,234 (2023: £Nil) to MacMartin Limited for Marketing Services, the company’s directors are the daughters of Mr D J Martin who is the trustee of the charity.

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

Unrestricted
funds
£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donations and legacies
Donations
42,266
Other Income
-
42,266
Other trading activities
Jenkins Project - Paid Places
-
Charitable activities
Grants
-
Total incoming resources
42,266
EXPENDITURE
Charitable activities
Wages
-
Social security
-
Pensions
-
Premises costs
-
ICT
-
Sundries
893
Interpreter fees
-
Legal and professional
-
Direct project costs
1,096
Subscriptions
-
Print, post and stationery
-
Depreciation Fixtures and fittings
5,748
Depreciation Computer equipment
21,362
29,099
Support costs
Governance costs
Bank charges and interest
-
Carried forward
-		 Restricted
funds
£
-
-
-
-
2,044,455
2,044,455
1,378,099
106,612
33,336
93,820
46,865
10,082
23,538
8,793
269,930
11,614
5,516
-
-
1,988,205
-
-		 2024
Total
funds
£
42,266
-
42,266
-
2,056,455
2,086,721
1,378,099
106,612
33,336
93,820
46,865
10,975
23,538
8,793
271,026
11,614
5,516
5,748
21,362
2,017,304
-
-		 2023
Total
funds
£
6,233
55,290
61,523
1,400
1,918,366
1,981,289
1,306,200
116,235
32,637
113,471
54,772
13,325
9,647
4,146
208,823
20,411
15,100
5,206
20,398
1,920,371
86
86

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Freeva (A company limited by guarantee)

Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 March 2024

Unrestricted
funds
£
Governance costs
Brought forward
-
Payroll costs
-
Auditors Fees
-
-
Total resources expended
29,099
Net income
13,167		 Restricted
funds
£
-
3,291
15,434
18,725
2,006,930
37,525		 2024
Total
funds
£
-
3,291
15,434
18,725
2,036,029
50,692		 2023
Total
funds
£
86
3,055
14,671
17,812
1,938,183
43,106

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