2025-03-31-accounts - Hopian

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REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 07441391 (England and Wales) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1141699

Report of the Trustees and

Audited Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

for

Hopian

(A Company Limited by Guarantee)

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Hopian

Contents of the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

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Reference and Administrative Details		1
Report of the Trustees	2	to	7
Report of the Independent Auditors	8	to	9
Statement of Financial Activities		10
Balance Sheet		11
Cash Flow Statement		12
Notes to the Cash Flow Statement		13
Notes to the Financial Statements	14	to	21

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Hopian

Reference and Administrative Details for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

TRUSTEES Ms S Baig Ms J Skeats (resigned 8.7.24) Ms S J Woffenden Ms C Finnigan Ms Hudson (appointed 2.9.24) Ms H Casson (appointed 21.10.24)

COMPANY SECRETARY Ms S M Wynne REGISTERED OFFICE Rise House 18 High Street Rotherham South Yorkshire S60 1PP

REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER 07441391 (England and Wales)

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1141699

INDEPENDENT AUDITORS KJA Kilner Johnson Ltd (Statutory Auditors) Woodland House Woodland Park Bradford Road Cleckheaton BD19 6BW

BANKERS The Co-operative Bank PO Box 250 Skelmersdale WN8 6WT Key Fund Investments 9-12 Jessop Riversife 800 Brightside Lane Sheffield S9 2RX

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Ms S M Wynne

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Hopian

Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

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 2025. 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).

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

Objectives and aims

Our charity's purposes, as set out in the objects contained in the charity's articles of association, are:

The prevention of domestic and relationship abuse and trauma and the relief of distress and suffering of, in particular but not without limitation to, persons who have been affected by domestic and relationship abuse and trauma including by (but not limited to) the provision of supported accommodation, the promotion and protection of physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing and the provision of goods, services and facilities;
The promotion of social inclusion by, primarily but not exclusively, preventing persons who have, or may be, affected by domestic and relationship abuse and trauma from being socially excluded and developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enhance their life chances and enable them to undertake positive roles within their communities;
The advancement of education of professionals and the public in all aspects of domestic and relationship abuse and trauma, including (but not limited to) its causes, including into the factors increasing individuals' vulnerability to experiencing domestic and relationship abuse and trauma, its effects and prevention, and the promotion of research concerning domestic and relationship abuse and trauma and the publication of the useful results of such research;
The relief of those in need, by reason of youth, financial hardship, or other disadvantage by providing advice and assistance and organising programmes and other activities, and the provision of supported accommodation, goods, services and facilities with a view to improving the conditions of life of such persons; and
The provision of facilities for recreational and leisure time activity in the interests of improving the conditions of life for people in and around Rotherham.

We conduct regular reviews of our aims, objectives, and activities as an integral part of our business planning and development processes. These reviews engage a broad range of stakeholders and involve careful consideration of our achievements and the benefits delivered to both our beneficiaries and the wider community.

As a result of our most recent review, we have updated our Articles of Association and associated objectives in the current financial year. These amendments ensure that our aims, objectives, and activities remain closely aligned with the evolving needs of those we serve and continue to reflect our stated charitable purposes.

Throughout the year, activities were conducted to offer support and engagement services and to increase awareness of issues related to domestic abuse, sexual exploitation, and available support options.

The strategic approach included:

Developing and delivering a range of trauma-informed services
Delivering targeted services for children and young people.
Providing supported accommodation, outreach support and a range of community activities and services.
Introducing various initiatives to inform and increase understanding of the effects of domestic and sexual violence and abuse, as well as prevention strategies.
Partnering with the Rotherham Community including voluntary, statutory, and private organisations to improve prevention efforts, reduce isolation, expand access to support, facilitate recovery, and promote awareness.

Public benefit

Over the past year, Hopian has remained committed to delivering public benefit by supporting adults, children, and young people affected by domestic, sexual abuse and trauma. Within the framework of our charitable objectives and available resources, we have significantly broadened our community engagement activities. This year, we have not only provided direct support and advocacy but also collaborated closely with professionals and local groups through training sessions, awareness campaigns, and information-sharing initiatives. These efforts have enabled us to reach a wider audience, ensuring that our services are accessible and inclusive, and that the positive impact of our work extends across the whole community. By strengthening partnerships, developing trauma-informed services, and increasing our visibility, we continue to respond proactively to the evolving needs of those we serve, demonstrating our commitment to public benefit at every level.

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Hopian

Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Charitable activities Refuge Accommodation

Over the past year, Hopian has been contracted to support and manage ten dedicated refuge units of 10 in partnership with Together Housing Association. The locations of these units are protected under confidentiality policies. The core provision is secure, temporary refuge accommodation for women and their children who are leaving domestic violence and abuse situations. This accommodation is accompanied by a support programme, which includes wellbeing and advocacy services, individualised key work, peer and group sessions, parenting guidance, educational opportunities, and assistance accessing additional services.

The Children, Young People, and Family Support Service remains integral to our Refuge accommodation. We provide a comprehensive, approach that supports not only children and young people but also parents, ensuring that the needs of each family member are met through tailored interventions. Our established provision offers individual sessions as well as a variety of activities designed to support improved wellbeing and provide opportunities for enjoyment.

Safer Options offers community-based housing for adults and children escaping domestic violence and abuse, in collaboration with Target Housing, which is responsible for sourcing and managing the accommodation. We have expanded our refuge services to include an additional ten properties; this expansion not only increases our capacity but also extends our reach to individuals who may find it challenging to use our main refuge facilities, including male victims.

The purpose of our supported refuge accommodation offer is to help individuals, children and families rebuild their lives and access suitable long-term housing. Personalised support is provided to assist as they move into a new stage of life.

Domestic Abuse Coordinated Community Response (DACCR)

The DACCR provides a vital pathway into support for individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. As the commissioned domestic abuse support service in Rotherham, DACCR offers comprehensive, trauma-informed support that empowers service users through education, choice, and safety. Our innovative approach includes digital tools, online and interactive web-bot support, multiple contact points, and a dedicated helpline ensuring accessible help for those in need.

There is a continued increase in demand for DACCR, reflecting the trust placed in us by the community. In response, we remain committed to continual development and innovation, proactively evolving our services to meet emerging needs and maximise our impact. Through collaboration and creative solutions, we ensure that those seeking support have a clear and reliable pathway, and we are proud to be at the forefront of coordinated domestic abuse responses in Rotherham.

Children and Young People Service

Hopian is dedicated to supporting children and young people, with a comprehensive range of services tailored to those under 25. This includes individual support programmes offering confidential and empathetic guidance, ensuring each young person receives the help they need to feel safe and empowered. In addition to one-to-one support, we provide engagement and awareness sessions, as well as a varied programme of group work, supporting resilience and wellbeing among participants.

For children and young people, we have expanded our community offer over the past year, introducing accessible drop-in sessions and group activities at our central hub. These initiatives are complemented by our community café, which serves as a welcoming space for young people and families to connect, seek advice, and participate in creative and inclusive events. This is designed to encourage self-expression, build confidence, and nurture a sense of belonging for all participants.

Crucially, Hopian provides refuge accommodation for children, young people, and families affected by domestic abuse. Our refuge services offer safe, secure housing, along with specialist emotional and practical support, ensuring that every individual can begin their journey to recovery in a nurturing environment. Staffed by experienced professionals, our refuge is equipped to respond to the unique needs of children and young people, helping them to rebuild their lives and regain their independence.

Post Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Support and Counselling Services

The Post Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Support Service delivers a holistic, trauma-informed approach for individuals impacted by CSE. Central to this is the trauma stabilisation provision, which offers a structured intervention designed to help individuals establish safety, manage distress. This stabilisation work is provided in close partnership with the Trauma Resilience Service, ensuring that each person receives robust, personalised support that addresses their immediate emotional needs and prepares them for therapeutic work.

Our Counselling Service complements this provision by offering empathetic, timely assistance tailored to the unique circumstances of everyone. The trauma stabilisation and counselling teams work collaboratively, sharing expertise and adapting interventions to ensure a seamless, responsive journey for service users. This joined-up approach not only promotes improved mental health and overall wellbeing but also ensures that support remains flexible and relevant as needs evolve.

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Through the integration of trauma stabilisation and counselling, the Post CSE Support Service provides comprehensive and compassionate care, supporting individuals in achieving a position of stability tailored to their unique needs.

Community Engagement

The Frith Space Community Café it a hub for community activity, connection, and support. providing a range of activities, such as arts and crafts, storytelling, and social groups like Tots, Quiz events, and Knit and Natter supporting self-expression and belonging. Volunteers from the local area play a key role in running activities and supporting café operations, gaining practical skills and a sense of purpose. Frith provides access to the charity's broader services, where staff offer information and assistance. This coordinated approach aims to lower obstacles to support and promote community resilience.

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial position

Our initiative-taking approach to securing additional grant funding and diversifying income streams has strengthened our financial position, enabling us to expand and enhance our services in response to evolving community needs. While short-term funding and workforce management continue to present challenges, the organisation's adaptability and prudent risk management ensure that we are well placed to respond to future uncertainties.

Overall, Hopian remains in a strong financial position, underpinned by our commitment to sustainable growth and effective management of resources. We continue to pursue opportunities for further development, ensuring that our services remain viable and impactful for the individuals, children, young people, and families who rely on our support.

Principal funding sources

Principal funding sources for the charity are currently by way of contract and grant income from Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council (RMBC). Services contracted by RMBC include the Refuge and Safer Options Accommodation services, DACCR, Post CSE Support and Counselling Service. Two Central Government Grants managed by the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA), enable projects for Children and young people, and men affected by domestic abuse to be delivered.

In response to the Charity's reliance on local authority contracts, we are actively advancing our funding and risk management strategy. This approach facilitates applications to alternative funding sources, enabling the development of future services tailored to the needs of adults, children, and young people. The charity also collaborates closely with partner agencies to enhance client outcomes and pursues joint funding opportunities where appropriate. Additionally, we are refining our fundraising strategy to maximise potential income streams.

Additional Funding Sources

Hopian received a diverse range of grants, donations, and community support this year, reflecting both sustained partnerships and new initiatives: - Reaching Communities Initiative: This ongoing grant significantly enhanced community engagement, expansion of volunteer service.

Cash for Kids - Hallam FM: Provided for children's summer activities, including a trip to Gulliver's Kingdom for refuge families. - Smiles for Miles Project: A 3-year funded national lottery partnership initiative supporting trauma-informed youth work. Activities are co-produced with children and young people and focus on early intervention.
Children in Need: Funding community outreach services for children and young people.
RMBC 'Pennies from Heaven' Scheme: Continued staff donations through payroll giving.
Mother's Union and Individual Donors: Ongoing donations of clothing, food, and Christmas gifts for individual families.
Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF): Development support for restoration and building development efforts.
Fundraising Events and Community Support: Local businesses, individuals, and community groups held events and donated funds. - Gift Aid Contributions: Hopian continues to benefit from Gift Aid declarations, increasing the value of individual donations by up to 25%.

Reserves policy

The Trustees have made a commitment to maintain reserves equivalent to 3 months of expenditure, from unrestricted funds, not committed or invested in tangible assets. The reserves are needed to ensure the charity can meet liabilities should it need to operate with a reduced income or must close. Although the long-term strategy is to continue to build reserves through planned operating surpluses, the Trustees continue to consider the extent to which existing activities and expenditure could be curtailed should such circumstances arise and are confident, should the organisation be required to close, the existing reserves would be sufficient.

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FINANCIAL REVIEW

Key Achievements

The charity's name was changed to Hopian to better reflect its ethos and trauma-informed approach. - The articles of association were updated to ensure the charity's priorities meet beneficiary and community needs. - Frith Community Services evaluated and enhanced the community café and related services, resulting in increased volunteer participation and greater community engagement. - The name change was celebrated with an event featuring a speaker on survivorship, attended by a diverse group of professionals and service users. - DACCR service adapted to manage increasing demand, ensuring timely support for individuals in crisis. - Evidence-based programmes such as Rise Up, My Choice, Trauma stabilisation, First Steps to support, Emotional safety and Up2U continued to run successfully. - Service users continue to participate in our development and decision-making processes, with a quarterly forum introduced to influence future directions. - Hopian delivered awareness sessions and built relationships with local schools and colleges, increasing visibility and early intervention opportunities. - Hopian Frith Community activities and events supported increased community engagement. - Professionals across health, education, and social care sectors were educated about Hopian's services through training, partnership meetings, and collaborative forums. - Hopian operated eight self-contained refuge units and twelve dispersed properties, providing safe housing and wraparound support. - Children and young people accessed support through refuge and outreach services. Tailored activities, play sessions, and therapeutic interventions were delivered. - Hopian maintained active partnerships contributing to coordinated safeguarding and crisis response.
Rise House was maintained and enhanced as a central hub for services and community engagement, including the launch of Frith
Café as a safe, inclusive space. - Volunteer involvement increased through structured placements, and training, contributing to service delivery and peer support. - Hopian updated its website, social media presence, and promotional materials to improve accessibility and visibility of services and ensure new name was promoted. - Hopian secured grants from Children in Need, Smiles for Miles, and others, ensuring financial sustainability and service continuity. - Continued development of Rise House to establish a central hub through a Architectural Heritage Grant.
Provided a range of placement opportunities for student counsellors, health practitioners, and social work students over the year.

FUTURE PLANS

Hopian remains committed to delivering trauma-informed, holistic support to individuals and families affected by domestic abuse and child sexual exploitation. Building on our achievements and guided by our strategic vision, our future reflects a bold and optimistic direction for the year ahead:

Maintain dedicated support and counselling services and expand group programmes to meet evolving needs of individuals and families.
Organise stakeholder events throughout the year, including a 50th anniversary celebration at Rise House.
Develop Rise House for long-term sustainability and broaden its role as a community hub.
Plan new dispersed refuge accommodation focused on accessibility, safety, and trauma-informed design.
Continue developing Frith Space to facilitate community engagement and provide pathways for support.
Continue to develop the Children and Young People services that is responsive to identified needs.
Expand our partner network to improve user experience and access to support.
Continue awareness training for professionals, introducing modules on emerging needs and best practices.
Review a develop fundraising strategy campaigns for our 50th year.

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

Hopian is a registered charity, established in June 1976, that changed to become an incorporated organisation - a Company Limited by Guarantee.

The company was registered with Companies House on 16 November 2010 (registration number 07441391) and with the Charities Commission on 4 May 2011 (registration number 1141699). The assets and liabilities of the charity were transferred into the new charity on 1 July 2011.

All Trustees give their time voluntarily and receive no benefits from the charity.

Members of the Management Committee, who served during the year and up to the date of this report:

Chris Finnigan serves as Chair; Sally Woffenden is Vice Chair; Shehneel Baig, Charlotte Hudson, Holly Williamson, and Helen Casson are Trustees. Justine Skeats was a Trustee until 8 July 2024.

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STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Charity name change

During the reporting period, the charity underwent a significant transition by changing its name from Rotherham Rise to Hopian. This rebranding took place to better reflect the evolving scope and vision of the organisation, ensuring that its identity aligns with its trauma informed approach, expanded mission and the communities it now serves. The name change was officially implemented during the year under review, reflecting the charity's continued commitment to collaborating with individuals, families, children, young people, and the Rotherham and wider community.

Organisational structure

The Charity can have a Management Committee of no less than three and up to twelve members, (Trustees) with a minimum of three meetings held in one year. The Trustees are responsible for the strategic direction and policy of the charity. At present, the Committee has members from a variety of professional backgrounds relevant to the work of the charity, meeting every two months.

A scheme of delegation is in place and day-to-day responsibility for the provision of the services rests with the Chief Executive Officer. The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for ensuring that the charity delivers the services specified and that key performance indicators are met.

The management of day-to-day operational service and delivery is the responsibility of a team of Service Managers and Head of Business Support. The Business Support team provide a range of functions to ensure the organisation is robust and compliant in areas including finance, HR, and health, and safety.

The organisation also maintains retainers with specialist services in relation to HR, and IT support, enabling prompt access to advice and guidance.

Induction and training of new trustees

The charity has a Trustee base recruited from local organisations and individuals who have a good understanding and/or experience of working with vulnerable groups including women and families. To understand and fully use the skill base of Trustees, they are asked to complete a skills and knowledge audit; where any significant gaps in skills are identified, individuals are approached to fill these.

Most Trustees are already familiar with the practical work of the charity and are invited to attend information sessions before and after recruitment. They are also given a handbook that contains additional information relevant to the work of the board and the responsibility of Trustees, covering:

The obligations of a Trustee.
The organisation's constitution, memorandum, and articles of the charity.
Strategic and business plans.
Key service and staff information.
Resourcing and the current financial position as set out in the latest published accounts.
Future plans and objectives.
Commission publications signposted through the Commission's guide "the Essential Trustee."
Articles and the latest financial statements

The board has expanded its membership; however, we remain committed to further growth to strengthen our governance. We are actively seeking new members with diverse skills and expertise to support the charity in achieving its objectives and fostering continued success.

Development days are held, and individuals are encouraged to attend and complete relevant training.

Related parties

Trustees always act in the interests of the charity and not for private benefit and receive no remuneration or benefit. Expenses Trustees can claim are outlined within the finance policy and procedures manual. To confirm, no Trustee expenses have been claimed during this reporting period.

No transactions have taken place with those persons and entities that are connected to the charity or its Trustees, referred to as related parties.

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STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Risk management

The Trustees have conducted a review of the major risks to which the charity is exposed. Where appropriate, systems or procedures have been established to mitigate the risks the charity faces.

Financial control risks are mitigated through established procedures for transaction and authorisation. In addition, a review has been completed to confirm that the Charity's finance systems and processes align with operational needs and the increasing complexity of its financial activities. These measures help to ensure compliance and effectively manage internal control risks.

Protocols are maintained to support health and safety standards for staff, volunteers, clients, and visitors associated with the project. The implementation of Quality Frameworks is ongoing to provide consistency across operational activities within the charity. These procedures are periodically reviewed to ensure they align with the needs of the organisation.

STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES' RESPONSIBILITIES

Charity law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year, which give a true and fair view of the state of the affairs of the charity as at the balance sheet date, and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including income and expenditure, for the financial year. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees should follow best practice and:

Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.
Make judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is not appropriate.
And to assume that the company will continue that basis.

The Trustees are responsible for maintaining proper accounting records, which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity. The Trustees are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

AUDITORS

The auditors, KJA Kilner Johnson Ltd (Statutory Auditors), will be proposed for re-appointment at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.

07/11/2025

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

................................................................................ Ms C Finnigan - Trustee

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Report of the Independent Auditors to the Trustees of Hopian

Opinion

We have audited the financial statements of Hopian (the 'charitable company') for the year ended 31 March 2025 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:
give a true and fair view of the state of the charitable company's affairs as at 31 March 2025 and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for the year then ended;
have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; and
have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.

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.

Matters on which we are required to report by exception

We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters where the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:

the information given in the Report of the Trustees is inconsistent in any material respect with the financial statements; or
the charitable company has not kept adequate accounting records; or
the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns; or
we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit.

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.

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Report of the Independent Auditors to the Trustees of Hopian

Our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements

We have been appointed as auditors under Section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 and report in accordance with the Act and relevant regulations made or having effect thereunder.

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.

The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below:

While planning our audit, we have made enquiries of management and those charged with governance around any actual or potential litigation and claims against the company for non-compliance with specific laws and regulations. The same has been done in respect of any instances of fraud or irregularities. The responses received have been communicated with the engagement team at the planning stage.

We have not been informed of any specific laws or regulatory related issues that could materially impact the financial statements in addition to this, there has been no suspected fraud or irregularities reported to us.

While planning our audit the engagement partner selected appropriately trained staff to be engaged in the audit and the team are allocated based on their competence and capabilities.

The audit work undertaken is a substantive work based audit approach, reviewing to source documentation where appropriate and includes a review and walkthrough of the systems which management have put in place. These tests are directional. Therefore, they are designed in a way to maximise audit effectiveness and the possible identification of any material fraud, irregularities, or instances of systems and procedure breaches. Our testing did not identify any issues that requires any additional reporting.

These tests and other areas of our audit work are designed to enhance our ability to detect cases of material fraud and certain irregularities. It should be noted that our audit is carried out using a material based approach and therefore does not test every transaction, as such it would not detect all instances of irregularities and specifically fraud which is inherently more difficult to detect.

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 trustees, as a body, in accordance with Part 4 of the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charitable company's trustees 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 trustees as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.

KJA Kilner Johnson Ltd (Statutory Auditors) Eligible to act as an auditor in terms of Section 1212 of the Companies Act 2006 Woodland House Woodland Park Bradford Road Cleckheaton BD19 6BW 11/11/2025 Date: .............................................

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Hopian

Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 2 Charitable activities 4 Accommodation Outreach Other income Investment income 3 Total EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities 5 Accommodation Outreach Other income Governance Costs Total NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) Transfers between funds 17 Net movement in funds RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD	Unrestricted funds £ 13,384 533,739 558,856 90,132 1 1,196,112 481,845 502,553 69,621 27,922 1,081,941 114,171 (128) 114,043 241,630 355,673	Restricted funds £ 2 - 324,637 - - 324,639 308 408,341 1,852 - 410,501 (85,862) 128 (85,734) 161,453 75,719	2025 Total funds £ 13,386 533,739 883,493 90,132 1 1,520,751 482,153 910,894 71,473 27,922 1,492,442 28,309 - 28,309 403,083 431,392	2024 Total funds £ 17,363 371,395 1,157,111 121,064 25 1,666,958 580,635 1,020,922 - 22,604 1,624,161 42,797 - 42,797 360,286 403,083

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Hopian

Balance Sheet 31 March 2025

Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 11 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors 12 Cash at bank and in hand CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 13 NET CURRENT ASSETS TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES CREDITORS Amounts falling due after more than one year 14 NET ASSETS FUNDS 17 Unrestricted funds Restricted funds TOTAL FUNDS	Unrestricted funds £ 385,358 175,085 169,011 344,096 (83,120) 260,976 646,334 (290,659) 355,675	Restricted funds £ 41,465 - 34,252 34,252 - 34,252 75,717 - 75,717	2025 Total funds £ 426,823 175,085 203,263 378,348 (83,120) 295,228 722,051 (290,659) 431,392 355,675 75,717 431,392	2024 Total funds £ 445,048 98,508 247,375 345,883 (52,664) 293,219 738,267 (335,184) 403,083 241,630 161,453 403,083

The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 March 2025.

The members have not deposited notice, pursuant to Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006 requiring an audit of these financial statements.

The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for

(a) ensuring that the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386 and 387 of the Companies Act 2006 and

(b) preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company as at the end of each financial year and of its surplus or deficit for each financial year in accordance with the requirements of Sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the charitable company.

These financial statements have been audited under the requirements of Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011.

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

07/11/2025

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

............................................. C Finnigan - Trustee

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Hopian

Cash Flow Statement for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

Notes Cash flows from operating activities Cash generated from operations 1 Interest paid Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities Cash flows from investing activities Purchase of tangible fixed assets Interest received Net cash used in investing activities Cash flows from financing activities Loan repayments in year Net cash used in financing activities Change in cash and cash equivalents in the reporting period Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the reporting period Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period	2025 £ 16,959 (13,500) 3,459 (10,615) 1 (10,614) (36,957) (36,957) (44,112) 247,375 203,263	2024 £ 8,612 (13,500) (4,888) (2,006) 25 (1,981) (35,882) (35,882) (42,751) 290,126 247,375

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Notes to the Cash Flow Statement for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

1. RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

		2025	2024
		£	£
Net income for the reporting period (as per the Statement of Financial
Activities)		28,309	42,797
Adjustments for:
Depreciation charges		28,840	27,190
Interest received		(1)	(25)
Interest paid		13,500	13,500
Increase in debtors		(76,577)	(47,932)
Increase/(decrease) in creditors		22,888	(26,918)
Net cash provided by operations		16,959	8,612
ANALYSIS OF CHANGES IN NET DEBT
Net cash	At 1.4.24 £	Cash flow £	At 31.3.25 £
Cash at bank and in hand	247,375	(44,112)	203,263
	247,375	(44,112)	203,263
Debt
Debts falling due within 1 year	(35,882)	(7,568)	(43,450)
Debts falling due after 1 year	(335,184)	44,525	(290,659)
	(371,066)	36,957	(334,109)
Total	(123,691)	(7,155)	(130,846)

2. ANALYSIS OF CHANGES IN NET DEBT

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Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

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.

Income

These are included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SoFA). Incoming resources are recognised when:

(a) The company becomes entitled to the resources

(b) The directors are virtually certain they will receive the resources; and

Where incoming resources have related expenditure (as with fund-raising or contract income) the incoming resources and related expenditure are reported gross in the SoFA. Grants and donations are only included in the SoFA when the company has unconditional entitlement to the resources. Contractual income is only included in the SoFA once the related goods or performance related services have been delivered. Investment income is included in the accounts when receivable.

Expenditure

Expenditure is charged to the statement of financial activities on an accruals basis, inclusive of any VAT which cannot be recovered. Expenditure is classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to that 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.

Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred in the delivery of the charity's activities and services for its beneficiaries, including both direct and support costs.

Governance costs include those costs associated with meeting constitutional and statutory requirements, including Accountancy fees.

Tangible fixed assets

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

Freehold property - 2% straight line Plant and machinery - 33% straight line Fixtures and fittings - 33% straight line Motor vehicles - 20% straight line

Taxation

The company is not VAT registered. As a Charity the company is exempt from taxation on income and gains falling within section 505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or s256 of the Taxation of chargeable gains Act section 505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or s256 of the Taxation of chargeable gains Act 1992 to the extent that these are applied to its charitable objects.

Fund accounting

Restricted funds are funds received from donors which are subject to restrictions on the purposes for which they may be used of which have been raised for a specific project.

Unrestricted funds are those where there are no externally imposed restrictions. These include funds freely available to the charity for expenditure or appropriation to reserves for internally designated purposes.

Going concern

No material uncertainties relating to the entity's ability to continue as a going concern exist, and the use of the going concern basis of accounting is appropriate.

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES

Donations 3. INVESTMENT INCOME Interest receivable - trading 4. INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES Accommodation £ Other income 879 Accommodation 412,860 Outreach income 120,000 Grants - 533,739 Grants received, included in the above, are as follows: P & C Commission RDASH AHF RMBC UYW Veolia Screwfix Foundation Sport England King Baudouin Foundation Reaching Communities Garfield Weston Foundation Clothworkers Foundation Frith @ Rise RC Consortium SHU Grant	Outreach £ 6,178 - 517,406 359,909 883,493	Other income £ 90,132 - - - 90,132	2025 £ 13,386 2025 £ 1 2025 Total activities £ 97,189 412,860 637,406 359,909 1,507,364 2025 £ 137,000 32,632 50,000 12,000 15,377 - - - 74,972 - - 19,984 15,304 2,640 359,909	2024 £ 17,363 2024 £ 25 2024 Total activities £ 121,064 366,395 630,672 531,439 1,649,570 2024 £ 137,000 32,247 - - 28,557 5,000 6,955 41,706 89,974 25,000 165,000 - - - 531,439

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

5. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS

Accommodation Outreach Other income Governance Costs	Direct Costs £ 448,578 822,876 8,855 16,760 1,297,069	Support costs (see note 6) £ 33,575 88,018 62,618 11,162 195,373	Totals £ 482,153 910,894 71,473 27,922 1,492,442

6. SUPPORT COSTS

Governance Management costs £ £ Accommodation 33,575 - Outreach 88,018 - Other income 62,618 - Governance Costs 3,912 7,250 188,123 7,250 NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting): 2025 £ Auditors' remuneration 7,250 Depreciation - owned assets 28,840	Totals £ 33,575 88,018 62,618 11,162 195,373 2024 £ 7,250 27,191

7. NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)

8. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024.

Trustees' expenses

There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024.

9. STAFF COSTS

Wages and salaries The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows: Employees	2025 £ 966,203 966,203 2025 37	2024 £ 1,025,043 1,025,043 2024 43

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

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

10. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES

INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies Charitable activities Accommodation Outreach Other income Investment income Total EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities Accommodation Outreach Governance Costs Total NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 11. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Freehold Plant and property machinery £ £ COST At 1 April 2024 455,000 22,075 Additions - 4,083 At 31 March 2025 455,000 26,158 DEPRECIATION At 1 April 2024 40,950 15,079 Charge for year 9,100 7,689 At 31 March 2025 50,050 22,768 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 March 2025 404,950 3,390 At 31 March 2024 414,050 6,996	Unrestricted funds £ 15,364 366,395 662,919 121,064 25 1,165,767 503,337 710,834 18,788 1,232,959 (67,192) 308,822 241,630 Fixtures and fittings £ 24,908 6,532 31,440 22,100 4,986 27,086 4,354 2,808	Restricted funds £ 1,999 5,000 494,192 - - 501,191 77,298 310,088 3,816 391,202 109,989 51,464 161,453 Motor vehicles £ 35,324 - 35,324 14,130 7,065 21,195 14,129 21,194	Total funds £ 17,363 371,395 1,157,111 121,064 25 1,666,958 580,635 1,020,922 22,604 1,624,161 42,797 360,286 403,083 Totals £ 537,307 10,615 547,922 92,259 28,840 121,099 426,823 445,048

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

12. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR

Trade debtors Other debtors Prepayments and accrued income 13. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Bank loans and overdrafts (see note 15) VAT Accruals and deferred income 14. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE AFTER MORE THAN ONE YEAR Bank loans (see note 15) 15. LOANS An analysis of the maturity of loans is given below: Amounts falling due within one year on demand: Bank loans Amounts falling between one and two years: Bank loans - 1-2 years Amounts falling due between two and five years: Bank loans - 2-5 years 16. SECURED DEBTS The following secured debts are included within creditors: Bank loans The loans are secured against the property known as 18 High Street, Rotherham.	2025 £ 1,905 8,154 165,026 175,085 2025 £ 43,450 968 38,702 83,120 2025 £ 290,659 2025 £ 43,450 36,159 254,500 2025 £ 334,109	2024 £ - 6,329 92,179 98,508 2024 £ 35,882 2,827 13,955 52,664 2024 £ 335,184 2024 £ 35,882 35,882 299,302 2024 £ 371,066

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

17. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS

At 1.4.24 £ Unrestricted funds General fund 164,999 Designated fund 76,631 241,630 Restricted funds Fixed Asset Fund 41,465 Clothworks 1,925 Garfield Weston Foundation 20,995 Reaching Communities 42,473 Veolia 7,889 King Baudouin Foundation 41,706 Screwfix Foundation 5,000 Frith @ Rise - 161,453 TOTAL FUNDS 403,083 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Police & Crime Commission AHF Clothworks Garfield Weston Foundation Reaching Communities Veolia King Baudouin Foundation Screwfix Foundation RMBC UYW RC Consortium Frith @ Rise TOTAL FUNDS	Net movement in funds £ 114,173 - 114,173 - (1,925) (20,995) (23,286) (8,017) (41,706) (5,000) 15,065 (85,864) 28,309 Incoming resources £ 1,196,112 137,000 50,000 - - 74,973 15,377 1 - 12,000 15,304 19,984 324,639 1,520,751	Transfers between funds £ (54,791) 54,663 (128) - - - - 128 - - - 128 - Resources expended £ (1,081,939) (137,000) (50,000) (1,925) (20,995) (98,259) (23,394) (41,707) (5,000) (12,000) (15,304) (4,919) (410,503) (1,492,442)	At 31.3.25 £ 224,381 131,294 355,675 41,465 - - 19,187 - - - 15,065 75,717 431,392 Movement in funds £ 114,173 - - (1,925) (20,995) (23,286) (8,017) (41,706) (5,000) - - 15,065 (85,864) 28,309

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

17. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Comparatives for movement in funds

Net movement At 1.4.23 in funds £ £ Unrestricted funds General fund 239,358 (67,192) Designated fund 69,464 - 308,822 (67,192) Restricted funds Children in need 7,813 (7,813) Fixed Asset Fund 41,465 - Awards for all 2,186 (2,186) Clothworks - 1,925 Garfield Weston Foundation - 20,995 Reaching Communities - 42,473 Veolia - 7,889 King Baudouin Foundation - 41,706 Screwfix Foundation - 5,000 51,464 109,989 TOTAL FUNDS 360,286 42,797 Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources £ Unrestricted funds General fund 1,165,767 Restricted funds Children in need - Police & Crime Commission 136,999 Awards for all - Clothworks 165,000 Garfield Weston Foundation 25,000 Reaching Communities 89,974 Sport England 6,955 Veolia 28,557 Toy Trust 2,000 King Baudouin Foundation 41,706 Screwfix Foundation 5,000 501,191 TOTAL FUNDS 1,666,958	Transfers between funds £ (7,167) 7,167 - - - - - - - - - - - - Resources expended £ (1,232,959) (7,813) (136,999) (2,186) (163,075) (4,005) (47,501) (6,955) (20,668) (2,000) - - (391,202) (1,624,161)	At 31.3.24 £ 164,999 76,631 241,630 - 41,465 - 1,925 20,995 42,473 7,889 41,706 5,000 161,453 403,083 Movement in funds £ (67,192) (7,813) - (2,186) 1,925 20,995 42,473 - 7,889 - 41,706 5,000 109,989 42,797

Funds

Restricted Funds

o Garfield Weston Foundation - Funding to support Rotherham Rise building renovation works o Screwfix Foundation - Kitchen installation

o Clothworkers - Refurbishment of Rotherham Rise building

o Veolia - Installation of air flow/heating system at Rise House

o Police and Crime Commission: C&YP - Working with children and Young people to reduce impact of Domestic Violence, support recovery and prevent future incidents.

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025

17. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Funds - continued

o Police and Crime Commission; Male - Working with men affected by Domestic Violence.

o Reaching Communities - Community development and engagement work

o RC Consortium - Offering increased youth provision and support for children and young people aged 8 to 19 or up to 25 with special educational needs or disabilities.

o AHF - Project management and development at Rise House.

o King Baudouin Foundation - Support focused on creative engagement with children and young people.

o RMBC UYW - To provide universal youth work services for young people aged 10-25.

o Frith@Rise - To support community engagement activities through Frith Space.

Designated funds

The designated funds are unrestricted in nature, these fund have been earmarked by the Trustees in line with the Charity's Reserves Policy. The Charity's reserves consist of 3 months operating costs, staff redundancy and other closure costs.

18. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

During the current and previous year the company held an interest in a dormant subsidiary known as Rotherham Rise (Trading) Limited, a company limited by guarantee. The company guaranteed they would be liable for £1 on winding up of the company.

Hopian is a company limited by guarantee with the trustees liable for up to £1 on winding up of the company.