Charity number 1130387
St Davids Community Church
Trustees' Report and Accounts
31 March 2021
St Davids Community Church Trustees' report and accounts Contents
| Page | |
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| Trustees' annual report | 3,5 |
| Independent examiner's report | 6 |
| Receipts and payments account | 7 |
| Statement of assets and liabilities | 8 |
| Notes to the accounts | 9,10 |
St Davids Community Church Trustees' Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2021
Charity number: 1130387
Objectives and Activities
Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document
A) to advance the christian faith in such ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the trustees from time to time see fit.
B) to relieve sickness and financial hardship and to promote and preserve good health by the provision of funds, goods or services of any kind, including through the provision of counselling and support in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the trustees from time to time may think fit.
C) to advance education in such ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the trustees from time to time think fit.
Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit.
The main activities undertaken during the year to further the charity's purpose and for the public benefit have been as follows:-
Work with young people continues and includes educational residential experiences, volunteering opportunities and participation in sponsored events.
Local people are involved in the garden and woodwork project learning how to grow vegetables and plants and making items of garden furniture.
Drop In sessions provide opportunities for visitors to use computers and access information and advice in their search for employment and benefit entitlement.
Rainbow Kidz provides educational and leisure activities for children.
Temporary food bank was a huge benefit, which allowed us to provide food parcels to the vulnerable and those shielding during the covid 19 pandemic.
Family trips to the beach were organised and involved sports sessions.
A ladies afternoon tea was organised to provide a time of socialising and mixing with others.
Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity
The trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit.
Additional information
Contribution made by volunteers
The valuable assistance from volunteers is much appreciated by the Trustees and volunteer involvement has contributed to the activities and services provided by the charity.
Achievements and Performance
Summary of the main achievements and performance of the charity:-
Provision is inclusive, for all ages and abilities, including individuals and families.
More volunteer involvement has contributed to the success of the project.
Most activities have been well attended throughout the period.
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Numbers accessing the organisation have steadily increased.
More people were volunteering and undertook training.
Additional information
Fundraising activities during the year
The organisation received two lots of funding totalling £5,980 from BGL to help with the effects and impact of the COVID 19 pandemic.
The organisation also received funding from the local council for our social isolation gardening project of £1,000 and the local council's community chest fund for our coffee morning and youth groups totalling £500.
Financial Review
Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period
The charity has recorded a good surplus this year of £6,552 which is a pleasing as a deficit was reported in the previous year of -£2,056. Income increased to £42,346 (2020: £34,205) helped by a gift aid claim of £6,409. Expenditure has decreased slightly to £35,794 (2020: £36,261) but remained at a similar level to the previous year.
The total funds held by the charity as at 31st March 2021 were £28,588 (2020: £22,036). This amount is made up of £1,807 restricted and £26,781 of unrestricted funds.
Unrestricted funds have increased to £26,781 this year (2020: £22,036).
Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held
The trustees always plan to hold unrestricted cash reserves that are sufficient to cover the running costs of the charity for a minimum period of six months.
This would enable the charity to be able to continue providing our services should future donations and other income drop. The reserves will also act as a safety net for any large unexpected expenditure that may arise in the future.
Amount of reserves held
The amount of unrestricted reserves held by the charity as at 31st March 2021 were £26,781.
The reserves held are currently meeting the trustee's desired level.
Reasons for holding zero reserves
The charity has no plans to hold zero reserves.
Details of fund materially in deficit
No funds were in deficit at the year end.
Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern
There are no current concerns about the charity continuing as a going concern.
Additional information
The charity’s principal sources of funds
Almost all of the charity's funding currently comes from donations.
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Structure, Governance and Management
Description of charity’s trusts: Type of governing document
The charity is governed by its constitution adopted on 8th June 2009.
How is the charity constituted?
St Davids Community Church is a registered charity (no.1130387) and was registered on 26th June 2009.
Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions
Trustees are elected each year at the Annual General Meeting of the charity by the members.
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | St Davids Community Church |
|---|---|
| Registered charity number | 1130387 |
| Charity’s principal address | Anthony Road |
| Farringdon | |
| Sunderland | |
| Tyne & Wear | |
| SR3 3HG |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| L Kent | J Jeludin |
|---|---|
| H Austin | S Mileson |
| A Kent |
All trustees served for the whole year unless otherwise indicated above.
Additional information
Details of the Independent Examiner: SE Squirrell FMAAT 11 Clarence Gardens Blackhill Consett Co Durham DH8 5TU
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature:
Trustees name:
Date:
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1130387
Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees of St Davids Community Church
On the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2021
Charity number:
Set out on pages 7 to 10
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31/03/2021.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity's trustees, 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 which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or
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the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
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the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a ‘true and fair’ view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
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.
Signed:
Date:
SE Squirrell FMAAT
The Association of Accounting Technicians
11 Clarence Gardens
Blackhill
Consett Co Durham DH8 5TU
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St Davids Community Church Receipts and Payments Account For the period from 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2021
| Notes Receipts Church Tithes HMRC Gift Aid BGL Group Limited, Grant Other Donations Sunderland City Council - Social Isolation Grant Sunderland City Council - Community Chest Grant Iris Learning Trust Sunderland City Council Valley Road School Gentoo Aspire Sub total 4 Asset and Investment Sales, etc. Total receipts Payments Pastor's wages 3 Covid 19 support costs Mother church pastor tithes Premises Insurance Water Electric and gas Telephone Motor vehicle & Travel Vehicle fuel costs Cleaning Provisions Professional fees 2 Administration Other Expenditure Sub total Asset and investment purchases, etc. Total payments 4 Net of receipts/payments (-) Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
Unrestricted funds 2021 £ 25,822 6,409 - 2,135 - - - - - - 34,366 - 34,366 21,600 269 2,400 50 1,763 598 180 - 560 - - 444 1 390 55 1,671 29,621 - 29,621 4,745 22,036 26,781 |
Restricted income funds 2021 £ - - 5,980 - 1,000 500 500 - - - 7,980 - 7,980 - 3,236 - 12 - - - - - - - 31 - - 1,284 4,563 1,610 6,173 1,807 - 1,807 |
Total funds 2021 £ 25,822 6,409 5,980 2,135 1,000 500 500 - - - 42,346 - 42,346 21,600 3,505 2,400 62 1,763 598 180 - 560 - - 444 32 390 55 2,955 34,184 1,610 35,794 6,552 22,036 28,588 |
Prior year funds 2020 £ |
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| 12,790 - - 19,194 - - - 1,000 621 600 |
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| 34,205 - |
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| 34,205 | ||||
| 21,600 - 200 1,450 1,684 628 4,162 988 603 366 475 752 370 175 2,808 |
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| 36,261 - |
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| 36,261 | ||||
| 2,056 - 24,092 |
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| 22,036 |
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St Davids Community Church Statement of Assets and Liabilities as at 31 March 2021
| Details Cash funds Barclays bank account Cash account Total cash funds Details Assets retained for the Ford Minibus charity's own use Equipment Details Liabilities Independent examiner fees Gas bill Signed on behalf of all the trustees Signature: |
Cost 750 £ 6,027 £ - £ 6,777 £ Amount due 410 £ 422 £ 832 £ |
2021 £ |
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| 28,204 384 |
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| 28,588 | ||
| Current value 246 £ 1,574 £ - £ |
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| 1,820 £ |
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| When due Dec-21 Apr-21 |
Trustees name:
Date:
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St Davids Community Church Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2021
1 Basis of preparation
These accounts have been prepared as receipts and payments accounts as allowed under section 133 of the Charities Act 2011
2 Details of certain items of expenditure
Fees for examination of the accounts
| Independent examiner’s fees Other fees paid to the independent examiner Paid Employees Staff Costs Pastor's Remuneration Total staff costs |
2021 £ 390 - 2021 £ 21,600 |
2020 £ 370 - 2020 £ 21,600 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| 21,600 | 21,600 |
3 Paid Employees
The pastor works on a self-employed basis and is not subject to PAYE. The charity does not have any other employees.
4 Charity funds
4.1 Details of material funds held and movements during the CURRENT reporting period Restricted Funds
| Restricted Funds | |
|---|---|
| Fund names BGL Group Limited Sunderland City Council - Social Isolation Sunderland City Council - Community Chest Iris Learning Trust Total Restricted Funds Unrestricted Funds General fund Total Unrestricted Funds Total Funds |
Fund balances brought forward Income Expenditure Fund balances carried forward £ £ £ £ |
| - 5,980 4,173 1,807 - 1,000 1,000 - - 500 500 - - 500 500 - |
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| - 7,980 6,173 1,807 |
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| 22,036 34,366 29,621 26,781 |
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| 22,036 34,366 29,621 26,781 |
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| 22,036 42,346 35,794 28,588 |
The purposes for which the funds detailed above are held by the charity are as follows:-
Restricted funds:-
BGL Group Limited, Grant Funding to support Covid 19 activities
Unrestricted and designated funds-
These funds are held for meeting the objectives of the charity, and to provide reserves for future projects and activities. Subject to charity legislation, they are free from all restrictions on their use.
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4.2 Details of material funds held and movements during the PREVIOUS reporting period Restricted Funds
| Restricted Funds | |
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| Fund names Sunderland City Council Valley Road School Gentoo Aspire Other funds Total Restricted Funds Unrestricted Funds General fund Total Unrestricted Funds Total Funds |
Fund balances brought forward Income Expenditure Fund balances carried forward £ £ £ £ |
| - 1,000 1,000 - - 621 621 - - 600 600 - - - - - |
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| - 2,221 2,221 - |
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| 24,092 31,984 34,040 22,036 |
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| 24,092 31,984 34,040 22,036 |
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| 24,092 34,205 36,261 22,036 |
4.3 Transfers between funds
Their have been no transfers between funds during the year.
4.4 Designated funds
There are currently no designated funds.
5 Transactions with trustees and related parties
5.1 Trustee remuneration and benefits
None of the trustees have been paid any remuneration or received any other benefits from an employment with their charity or a related entity.
5.2 Trustees' expenses
No trustee expenses have been incurred.
5.3 Transaction(s) with related parties
There have been no related party transactions in the reporting period.
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