CHARITY REGISTERED NUMBER : 1123563
UPS AND DOWNS
ANNUAL REPORT AND
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER 2025
Tove Accountancy Ltd Office 6, Town Hall 86 Watling Street East Towcester Northants NN12 6BS
UPS AND DOWNS
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
| Registered Charity No. | 1123563 |
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| Trustees | Mrs K Sammon |
| Ms Lindsey Hipkiss | |
| Ms K.Smith | |
| Mr C Smith | |
| Ms N.Jones | |
| Mrs A Rees | |
| Mrs P Tate | |
| Miss A Hoefling | |
| Mrs D Hoefling | |
| Lindsey Whitehead | |
| Mr M Hindwood | |
| Mr R Quayle | |
| Ms Lucinda Hallett | |
| Mrs G Hunkin | |
| Ms T.Smith | |
| Annette Murkitt | |
| Farah Cutter | |
| Lisa Jones | |
| Trustees are appointed or reappointed annually at the Annual General Meeting | |
| held in October. |
The existing trustees appoint any new trustees following the provision laid out in the charity's governing instrument Correspondence Address PO Box 7947 Kettering Northamptonshire NN16 6RY Governing Instrument Associations Constitution adopted 4th March 2008 Charity Registration 10th April 2008 Objects To offer information and support to families affected by Down’s Syndrome in East Northamptonshire. Statement of Financial The attached receipts and payments account with accompanying notes Activities set out a true and fair view of the finances of the charity for the period. Independent Examiner Tove Accountancy Ltd Office 6, Town Hall 86 Watling Street East Towcester Northants NN12 6BS
UPS AND DOWNS REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER 2025
Description of the Charity
Objects
The preservation and protection of the good health of children, adults and families affected by Down Syndrome by the provision of support, advice, information and recreational opportunities to improve their quality of life. To advance the education of the public in all areas relating to Down Syndrome.
| Areas of benefit | Northamptonshire | |
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| Address | P.O. BOX 7947 | |
| Kettering | ||
| Northamptonshire | ||
| NN16 6RY | ||
| Structure, Governance and Management | ||
| Chairman | Mrs K Sammon | |
| Vice Chair (NPT) | Ms L Hipkiss | |
| Secretary | Ms K Smith | |
| Trustee | Mr C Smith | |
| Trustee | Ms N Jones | |
| Trustee | Mrs A Rees | |
| Trustee (NPT) | Mrs P Tate | |
| Trustee (NPT) | Miss A Hoefling | |
| Trustee | Mrs D Hoefling | |
| Trustee | Ms L Whitehead | |
| Trustee (NPT) | Mr M Hindwood | Appointed date 21.10.24 |
| Trustee (NPT) | Mr R Quayle | |
| Trustee | Ms Lucinda Hallett | |
| Trustee | Mrs G Hunkin | Resigned 30.09.24 |
| Trustee | Ms T.Smith | Resigned 13.10.25 |
| Trustee | Ms A Murkitt | Resigned 13.10.25 |
| Trustee | Ms F Cutter | Resigned 13.10.25 |
| Trustee | Ms L Jones | Resigned 13.10.25 |
Ups N Downs is affiliated to the Down Syndrome Association
Risk Management
The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed. They are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks associated to the charities activities.
Objectives and activities
In planning our activities for the year we kept in mind the Charity Commissions guidance on public benefit at our trustee meetings. The main focus of our activities remains to provide support, aid and advice for children, adults and families affected by Down Syndrome. We aim to increase awareness of Down Syndrome and to promote positive attitudes and approaches within the local community. A focus on providing activities and experiences for children and adults with Down Syndrome to aid development.
UPS AND DOWNS
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER 2025 (continued)
We have provided:
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funded swimming lessons for our members;
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seasonal events for our members;
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offers of support to childrens teachers and assistance in the form of training seminars run by the Down Syndrome Association;
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funding for specified equipment necessary;
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support access to speech and language therapy
A great contribution is made by our trustees. We are grateful for the many hours that trustees and volunteers have spent in assisting setting up fundraising events, booking venues etc. Without this valuable contribution of time and energy we would not be able to achieve so much.
During the year, we organised a highly successful “Strictly” fundraising event, in which 11 dedicated volunteers committed many hours to learning and performing dance routines before a panel of judges and a large audience. Each participant was paired with a professional dancer, and together they helped raise a significant amount of money in support of the charity. The event was a fantastic evening enjoyed by all and proved to be a memorable highlight of the year.
Achievements and Performance
We have worked with Powerful Voices and Talk Autism, a SALT specialist, who would offer support to the members of the charity.
Our Strictly event was one of the highlights of the year, both for the fundraising and the enjoyment of all.
Fundraising
In July 2025, we completed our annual charity bike ride which has proved to be a success within the local community of riders; participants over the years complete either 100, 60 or 25 mile bike ride. Our Strictly event raised a phenonmenal £36,000 due to the dedication of our dancers and the support of the audience, family and friends.
The funds raised are essential in providing the services to our members.
Trustee's Reimbursements
During the year, reimbursements of £3,876 (2024 £1,063) was paid to Trustees.
Transactions with Trustees
Trustee C Smith is the Charity Manager.
A total of £22,917 (2024 £16,144) was paid during the year to C Smith in respect of management services.
Financial Review
Our main source of funding was again from the fundraising
Practically all of the income derived this year has again been applied to the group's related activities. Future forecasting and budgeting will allow for the charity to identify areas of weakness and opportunity moving forward, allowing us to plan more effectively.
Reserves Policy
We hold savings in the Charity's NatWest Account, which at the year-end totalled £ 85,526 These funds are held to meet the needs of the charity's activities.
In future however, some of these funds will be identified as reserves to be utilised for specific projects to protect the long-term future of the charity.
UPS AND DOWNS
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER 2025 (continued)
Plans for the Future
With member numbers now exceeding 60, the coming year will see pressure on the finances as we
continue to support children and young people, raise awareness and support families affected by Down Syndrome. During the finanical year, we made the decision to restart Speech and Language; this is an integral service that we are able to provide to our members.
We will continue to subsidise our members swimming lessons as this is a life skill learnt that provides exercise and enjoyment from our members
Our monthly family get to togethers are continuing to be successful at keeping our families connected. Fundraising and an extension of the existing and support services for members must be maintained, especially in light of the fact that a number of our members beginning to turn 18.
Signed on behalf of the Trustees:
SIGNED Trustee Date: 16th April 2026
Mrs K Sammon
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF UPS AND DOWNS
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Ups and Downs (the Trust) for the year ended 30th September 2025.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act').
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: 1) accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act; or 2) the accounts do not accord with those records; or
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Donna Rowan Gold 19/05/2026
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Donna Rowan Gold Dated For and on behalf of: Tove Accountancy Ltd
Office 6, Town Hall, 86 Watling Street East, Towcester, Northants, NN12 6BS
UPS AND DOWNS RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER 2025
| Receipts Donations Grants Events Bank interest Other Total Payments (note 2) Raising funds Charitable activities Managing and administering the Charity Other Total Net receipts Transfers between funds Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
2025 2025 2025 2024 Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total funds Total funds £ £ £ £ 47,821 0 47,821 37,035 0 0 0 (3,000) 29,981 0 29,981 4,938 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 77,802 0 77,802 38,973 19,883 0 19,883 8,470 11,988 0 11,988 12,885 25,236 0 25,236 18,029 0 0 0 671 57,107 0 57,107 40,055 20,695 0 20,695 (1,082 ) 0 0 0 0 65,010 0 65,010 66,092 85,705 0 85,705 65,010 |
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UPS AND DOWNS STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 30TH SEPTEMBER 2025
| Cash funds Prepayments Debtors Bank Paypal Cash Total Represented by: Unrestricted funds Restricted Funds Total funds Assets retained for the Charity's use Equipment Other Total Liabilities Accountant's fees Loan Other Total Christian Smith Christian Smith Signature Name Signed on behalf of all the trustees |
2025 2024 £ £ 0 0 0 0 85,526 64,830 0 0 179 179 85,705 65,009 85,705 65,009 0 0 85,705 65,009 0 0 0 0 0 0 444 444 0 0 0 0 444 444 19/05/2026 Date of approval |
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UPS AND DOWNS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER 2025
1. Basis of accounting
These accounts have been prepared under the "Receipts and Payments" basis in accordance with Charity Commission guidelines and legal requirements. These accounts have been prepared under the going concern concept.
2. Payments
| 2. Payments | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | |
| **Unrestricted ** | Restricted | Total | |
| Funds | Funds | Funds | |
| £ | £ | £ | |
| Raising funds | |||
| Printing of brochure and fliers | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Event Costs | 15,030 | 0 | 4,994 |
| Vegetable boxes | 0 | 0 | 79 |
| Advertising and Promotion | 4,853 | 0 | 3,397 |
| Refunds | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Charges | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 19,883 | 0 | 8,470 | |
| Charitable activities | |||
| Cost of sales | 2,149 | 0 | 2771 |
| Venue Hire | 1,525 | 0 | 970 |
| Costs | 8,315 | 0 | 8,891 |
| Materials | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Travel expenses | 0 | 0 | 253 |
| Training and Seminars | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 11,988 | 0 | 12,885 | |
| Managing and administering the Charity | |||
| Management | 22,917 | 0 | 16,144 |
| Office Telephone, postage and stationery | 1,149 | 0 | 848 |
| Legal and Professional fees | 0 | 0 | 300 |
| Accountancy fees | 444 | 0 | 444 |
| Bank Charges | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Subscriptions | 726 | 0 | 293 |
| 25,236 | 0 | 18,029 | |
| Other | |||
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 540 |
| Sundry expenses | 0 | 0 | 132 |
| 0 | 0 | 672 | |
| Total payments | 57,107 | 0 | 40,056 |
| 3. Fixed assets Cost as at 01/10/24 Additions Disposals Cost as at 30/09/25 Current Value |
Computer Musical Fixtures & Total Equipment Equipment Fittings Assets 0 0 800 800 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 800 800 0 0 0 0 |
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