HELPS COUNSELLORS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
Charity reg. no: 1140793
DIRECTORS REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
HELPS COUNSELLORS
TRUSTEES REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
| 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 2023
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
Counsellors
92 Haversham Road Bexleyheath DA7 5BJ 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 2023
The Trustees submit their report and financial statement for Helps Counsellors (the charity) for the period ended 30th September 2023. 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 well-beings 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 22 July 2024 and signed on their behalf by:
Mr Akintayo Ojo
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HELPS COUNSELLORS
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
| 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 2023 2022 £ £ 2,170 9,427 - 5,189 2,170 14,615 2,741 16,353 - - 2,741 16,353 571 - 1,738 - 7,261 8,999 6,689 7,261 |
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HELPS COUNSELLORS
BALANCE SHEET FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
| 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 2023 2022 £ £ - - - - 6,689 7,261 6,689 7,261 - - 6,689 7,261 - - 6,689 7,261 6,689 7,261 |
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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 22 July 2024 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 2023
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
(1.1) Basis of preparation of financial statements
These accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities (effective April 2008) .The financial statements have been prepared with Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), "Accounting and Reporting by Charities published in March 2005 and applicable accounting standards.
(1.2) Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included in the statement of financial activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be reasonably quantified with reasonable accuracy.
(1.3) Resources expended
All expenditures are accounted for on an accrual basis. Management and governance costs are cost incurred in connection with administration and compliance with statutory requirement
(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 2023 2022 £ £ 702 14,682 460 250 - 200 254 50 - - 200 193 255 255 715 723 156 - 2,741 16,353 |
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