HELPS COUNSELLORS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
Charity reg. no: 1140793
DIRECTORS REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
HELPS COUNSELLORS
TRUSTEES REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
| CONTENTS | PAGE |
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| Reference and administrative details | 1. |
| Directors report | 2. |
| Statement of Income & Expenditure | 3. |
| Balance sheet | 4. |
| Notes to the financial statements | 5. |
HELPS COUNSELLORS
REFERENCE AND ADMINITRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
| Directors | Pastor Adebayo S. Eesuola |
|---|---|
| Dr Abiodun O. Obisesan | |
| Mrs Elizabeth O. Eesuola | |
| Mr Akintayo Ojo | |
| Mrs Catherine O. Faboya | |
| Charity registered | |
| number | 1140793 |
| Principal Office | 92 Haversham Road |
| Bexleyheath | |
| DA7 5BJ | |
| Counsellors | Pastor Adebayo S. Eesuola |
| Pastor (Mrs) Elizabeth O. Eesuola | |
| Bankers | Barclays Bank PLC |
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HELPS COUNSELLORS
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
The Trustees submit their report and financial statement for Helps Counsellors (the charity) for the period ended 30th September 2022. The Trustees confirm that the Trustee's report and the financial statements of the charity comply with current statutory requirements of the charity's governing document and the provisions of Charities Act 2011
Structure, governance and management
Helps Counsellors is a registered CIO. It was registered with Charity Commission England and Wales on 9th April 2019. The charity registration number is 114073
Principal activity
To provide for the benefit of the public assistance through reconciliation for couples whose relationship are breaking or have broken, to advice and help in settlement of differences or potential differences over associated matters such as custody and access to children and financial matters. To educate the public, in line with the teachings of the Holy Bible, concerning the benefits of secure wellbeings of individuals which are derived from committed relationships. Educating young people to develop their capabilities as matured members of the society.
Activities during the year
During the year in review, the charity held seminars and talks on issues bothering on family wellbeing and capacity development in homes.
Review of developments and future prospects
The charity hopes to expand its operations in the future.
Appointment or election of Trustees
Trustees are appointed and or co-opted under the terms of the constitution of the charity.
Statement of Trustees' responsibilities
The Trustees are responsible for preparing the report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
This report have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.
The Trustees' report was approved by the Trustees on 7 July 2023 and signed on their behalf by:
Mr Akintayo Ojo
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HELPS COUNSELLORS
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
TO THE DIRECTORS OF HELPS COUNSELLORS
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 30 September 2022 which is set out on pages 4 to 6.
RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES AND THE EXAMINER
As the Charity trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ("The Act")
It is my responsibility to:
I report in respect of my examination of the charity's account carried out under section 145 of 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed applicable directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a "true and fair" view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statements below
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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accounting records have not been kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
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the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Femi Oguntunde MBA FCCA DATE: July 2023 Chartered Certified Accountant Eternal Excellency Limited 20 Elmbourne Drive Belvedere Kent DA17 6JF
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HELPS COUNSELLORS
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
| Incoming resources Donations Gift Aid Total incoming resources Resources expended Cost of activities in furtherance of charity's objects Management and governance cost Total resources expended Net(outgoing)/incoming resources for the year Total funds at the start of the year Balance at the end of the year |
Total Total Funds Funds 2022 2021 £ £ 9,427 8,953 5,189 - 14,615 8,953 16,353 3,854 - - 16,353 3,854 1,738 - 5,099 8,999 3,900 7,261 8,999 |
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HELPS COUNSELLORS
BALANCE SHEET FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
| Fixed Assets Tangible fixed assets Current assets Debtors Cash at bank and in hand Less: Current Liabilities: Creditors: Amount falling due within One year Net assets Financed BY: General - restricted General - unrestricted |
Total Total Funds Funds 2022 2021 £ £ - - - 375 7,261 8,624 7,261 8,999 - - 7,261 8,999 - - 7,261 8,999 7,261 8,999 |
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The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the special provision of Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities (SORP) issued March 2005 as modified for smaller charities
Approved by the Trustees on 7 July 2023 and signed on their behalf by:
Mr Akintayo Ojo Trustee
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HELPS COUNSELLORS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2022
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
(1.1) Basis of preparation of financial statements
These accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accorda with the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities (effective April 2008) .The fin statements have been prepared with Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), "Acc and Reporting by Charities published in March 2005 and applicable accounting standard
(1.2) Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included in the statement of financial activities when the cha legally entitled to the income and the amount can be reasonably quantified with reason accuracy.
(1.3) Resources expended
All expenditures are accounted for on an accrual basis. Management and governance co are cost incurred in connection with administration and compliance with statutory requi
(2) Cost of Activities
| (2) Cost of Activities Events Administration Training & development Travel & Subsistence Seminar/conference room hire Hospitality Subscriptions Internet and IT consumables Printing & Stationery |
Total Total 30-Sep 30-Sep 2022 2021 £ £ 14,682 - 250 26 200 - 50 - - 2,669 193 100 255 251 723 636 - 172 16,353 3,854 |
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