Registered in England No. 07525980 Rggistered Charity No. 1150013 Make Them Smile FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 February 2026 MAKE THEM SMILE CONTENTS Page Directors and Trustees, Report 1-8 Independent Examiner's Report Slalement ol Finanaal Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Financial Ststements 10-12 MAKE THEM SMILE DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026 LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION LEGAL STATUS A Company limited by guarantee not having a share capital. The governing nslrumenl is the Company's Articles of ￿SOCiall0n. The company was regislered as a Charity on 03 December 2012. DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES Martin J Slirk Tony Slirk Erica Dalton Crystal Eggleslon Kelly Mcwilliams Sus8n Jane Pickles Sarah Jane Roberts REGISTERED OFFICE Business Hive AND PRINCIPAL ADDRESS 13 Dudley Street Grimsby Lincolnshir8 DN31 2AW COMPANY REGISTRATION Registered In England No Q7525980 REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1150013 ACCOUNTANT Andrew S Parker Chartered Accountant 16 Foundry Close Halton Lancaster LA2 6FE BANKERS Lloyds TSB 3 Market Place Spalding PE114ST MAKE THEM SMILE DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026 The Directors and Trustees present their Report and Financial Stslemenls for tt)e year ended 28 February 2026. Legal and administrative Information sel oul on page 1 foms part ol this report. The financial stalernenis comply wIItt ¢Lsrrenl slalulory requirements, the memorandum and artic5es of association and the Slalemenl of Recommended Practice- A¢¢ounling and Reporting by Charities. PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY AND REVIEW OF BUSINESS The principal activity of the Company Is to relieve povety and sickness and to preserve the health of children. DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES The names ol the D1reclors and Trustees who held office during the year are.. Martin J Stirk Tony Stirk Erica Dalton Crystal Eggleslon Kelly Mcwiliams Susan Jane Pickles - appointed 0110312026 Sarah Jane Roberts - appointed 0110312026 ORGANISATION The Charity s legal status Is that of a Company Limited by Guarantee and is governed by the Company's Articles of Association. Company registered In England No. 0752S980. Registered Chanty No. 1150013. The Charity operates from its registered office. DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES RESPONSIBILITIES Company law and law applicable to ¢harilies In England and Wales require the Directors and Trustees lo prepare Financial Slalemenls for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the slate of affairs of the Company s and Charity's financial activities during the year and of the financial position al the end of the year. In preparing the Financial Statements, the Directors and Trustees should follow best practice and are fequired lo. Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consislenlly., Make judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent, Prepare the Financial Statements on the going concem basis unless It is inappropriate to presume that the ¢harity will continue In busing$S. MAKE THEM SMILE DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026 DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES RESPONSIBILITIES ICONTINUEDI The Directors Trustee5 are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose. with reasonable accuracy. at any time the financial position of the charity and lo enable them to ensure that the Financial Statements comply with the Companies Act 2008. other regulations and the trust deed They are also responsible for safeguarding the assels of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevenlK)n and detection of fraud and other irregularities STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT The organisalion Is a charitable company limited by 9uaranlee. incorporated as a company on 10 February 2011 and registered as a charity on 3 December 2012. The company was established under a Mernorandum of Association which established the objects and powers of the charitable company and is governed under Ils Articles of Association OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES The objectives ol the Charity are". To relieve poverty and sickness anc5 lo preserve the health of children and children with disabilities andlor specific needs by SLJch means as the Iruslees see fit from time to time.. and b To preserve and protect the health of those caring for such children lincludin9 but not limited to. their parents. c8rers and signif5canl others) in particular but not exclusively by the provision of a holiday. support services through respite care, dialogue, advocacy, guidance, mentoring and inter agency working. ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Dur1ng the year, the charity has ctsntinued to strengthen its partn8rship$ with Social Services. the NHS, Special Educational Needs ISENI schools, and other organisations with aligned obieclives. Alongside these partnerships. we have continued lo support families directly, responding lo increasing demand from those lacing disability, serious Illness. and financial hardship. Despite growing pressures. the charity has delivered a wide range of meaningful Interventions. Providing both immediate relief and long-lerm support to children and their families across the UK. Therapy and Family Support Hydrotherapy and Physiotherapy Sessions. Delivering essential physical support lo improve mobility, strength. and overall wellbging. Family Holidays Providing vital respite, allowing families lo spend quality lime together away from daily challenges. Family Respite Breaks. Offering mu¢h-needed relief for caregivers, supporting both phygical and emotional wellbeing. Family Support Conlribulion$1£100 each).. Assisting families with essential costs during respite periods. Community Engagement and Inclusion MAKE THEM SMILE DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE (Continued) SEN Fun Days and Famtly Events.. The charity has continued to organise inclusive events that bring together families of children with disabilities and additional needs. These days provide a safe, supportive environment where families can connect, share experiences, and reduce isolation, while children benefit from acce55ible activitie5 that build confidence and social interaction Educational and Creative Resources Supporting slruclured photography sessions. currently benefiting many children, with capacty lo expand further IPads for SEN Schools." Enhancing ac￿SS to education and communication for children with additional needs Multiple Specialisl Communi¢alion iPads with so￿48re". Enabling children with speech and language diffrcullies lo communicate more effectively. Food Vouchers.. Supportin9 families experiencing food insecurity. Homo and Essential Living Support Significant Sensory Inveslmenl1£51,000+l.' Funding sensory equipment and specialist resources lo support children with complex needs. Furniture Provis10n.' Including reinforced sofas, a bed settee, and bunk beds with mattresses, ensLtring sale and mfortable home environments. hile Goods". Provsding washing machines and fridge freezers lo families in crisis. Specialist Equipment. Including sealing supports, leg Straps, and 8 medieal equipment storage facility to Improve safety and organisalion. Accessibility and Mobility eelchair anol Mobility Support.. Including electric wheelchair adaptslions. electric and manual wheelchairs, and specialist strollers to enhance independence and quality of ljfe. Communication Support Provision of voice-assist&d devices to enable children with limit8d verbal communication to engage more fully with the world around them. Education and Individual Support Laptops and Assistive Equipment Supporting children's a￿esS lo education and development. Specialist Items." Including adaptive backpacks and prescription spectacles tailored lo Individual needs. Specialist Medical and Emotional Support Wish Fullilmenl. Supporbng a terminally Ill child through a specialist driv1ng experience in partnership with the NHS Crisis Financial Support- Including assistance with rent arrears lo prevent further hardship. Hospltal Travel Costs. Ensuring families can attend essential medical appointments wilhoul additional financial strain MAKE THEM SMILE DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE (Continued) School Support and Adaptations School Transport Assistance. Enabling continued access to education. SEN School Adaplalions.. Including funding for a disabled toilet lo improve accessibility and dignity for pupils Beyond these tangible outcomes, the charity Continues ID provide ongoing emotional, practical, and advocacy support lo families. This Includes". Assistance with benefit applications and financial guidance Signp051ing lo additional funding sources Crisis support. Including food parcels, vouchers, and utility assistance Bereavement support for families experiencing loss The charity remains committed lo ensuring that 9very grant made aligns with Ils ¢¢re objectives, supporting children with d1sabililie5, serious illnesses, and those living in povety. Demand for support continues to rise. and the charity has responded with flexibility, compassion, and a Continued focus on delivering meaningful impact. Case Study - Libby Libby Is a young girl who had been experiencing significant challenges with anxiety. which greatly affected hei ability to leave the house and attend school. Her world had bec(xme increasingw limited, impacting not only her education bul also her overaS1 wellbeing and confidence. Through the support of the Charity. Libby was provided with an assistance dog. an Intervention that has had a truly Iian5forfnative effect on her life. Since receiving her assistance dog, Libby has developed renewed confidence and emotional stsbilty. The companionship and reassuran￿ provided by the dog have ènabled her lo begin leaving the house more regularly and, Importantly. to return to school. Vlfftat was once a daily struggle has now become an achievable part of tter routine. Her family have reported a significant improvement in her mental Well￿1￿9. dgs¢ribing the change as life- changing. Libby Is now engaging more with the world around her. building independence. and looking towards the future with a sense ol hope that was previously not possible. Libby's story rèflects th& wider work of the ¢harity-providing targeled, meaningful support that not only meets imrnediale needs bul creates lasting, life-changing oulcgmes for children and their families RECRUITMENT AND APPOINTMENT OF TRUSTEES New trustees are appointed by the board of trustees. The Irusl¢es are appointed based on their knowledge of the charity and experience relative lo the charity's objectNes. MAKE THEM SMILE DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026 DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES RESPONSIBILITIES ICONTINUEO) REVIEW OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES AND AFFAIRS Full details of the financial transactions are eonlained in the attached accounts. The lolal incoming resources for the year were £483.199 and after deducting resources expended Df £415,895, the nel in¢oming resources were £67,304 The net assets of Make Them Smile at 28 February 2026 were £213,271 RESERVES POLICY Make Them Smile aims to hold minimum reserves of £40,000. this is sufficient to maintain the running of the charity. the 2 respite homes and the holiday home for a period of 12 months. PLANS FOR THE FUTURE Make Them Smile will conlinLJe to work to relieve poverty and sickness and lo preserve the health of children with disabilities andlor special needs. The charsly will continue lo work lor the relief of poverty by way of helping families struggling with the cost of living crisis. The Charity Intends lo help rnore families with medical funding and equipment. PUBLIC BENEFIT STATEMENT The Trustees confimi thèy have complied with their duty in se¢lion 17151 of the 2011 Charities Act to have due regard lo the guidance on public benefit published by the Charity Commission in exercising their powers and duties This report has been prepared in accordance with the small companies. regime of the Companies Act 2006. Signed on behalf of the board of directors and trustees". M J Slirk May 3fd 2026 Independent Examlnor's Report to the Trustees of Make Thom Smll• Independent Examine￿$ report to th9 Tru$te88 of Mak• Them Smile I'the Company'l I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for the year ended 28 February 2026. Responsibilities and ba$1$ of raport As the charity's truslees ol the Company land also its directors for the purposes ol company lawl you are responsible lor the preparation of the accounts in 8ccord8nce with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 I'the 2006 Act'i. Having satisfied myself that the accounts ol the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2008 Act and are eligib5e for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of your charity's accounts as carried out under Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 I'lhe 2011 Acl'l. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145151 Ibl of the 2011 Act Independent exomlnor's statem•nt I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have eome lo my attention In connection with the examination giving me cause to believe.. accounbng records were not kept In respect of the Company as required by Section 386 of the 2006 Act.. or the accounts do not accord with those records.. or the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and lair view which is not a matter considere(J as part of an Independent examination., or the accounts have not been prepared sn accordance with the methods and prin¢ipSes of ttte Slalemenl of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities (applicable lo charities preparing their accounts In accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Irèland IFRS 10211. I have no concerns and have come acros5 no other matters in connection with the examination lo which attention should be diawn In this report In order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts lo be ached. Andrew S Parker FCA Andrew S Parker 16 Foundry Close Halton Lancaster Lancashire LA2 6FE 14 May 2026 MAKE THEM SMILE INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT AND STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026 R￿trIcted Unrestri¢t•d Funds Fund8 2026 2026 Total Funds 2026 Total Funds 2025 Notes INCOMING RESOURCES InGoming resourTrs from generated funds Donations and gifts In kind Gift 31 Caravan Hire Sponsorships and grants 51 842 3.856 1.342 238 937 29S,977 51.842 3.856 1,342 425 470 482.510 35 709 4741 5613 222 755 268.818 186 186,533 Inveslrnenl Income Bank Interest receive Total incoming resour¢¢s 689 645 269 463 RESOURCES EXPENDED Costs of generatlng lurtrds Fundraising co$ts Costs of charitable aetivitiès Support costs Governance costs Total resources e¥pended 41.112 176,9( 46,22e 2227 41.112 326 330 46.226 2.227 415895 26.412 207.763 19.043 149,424 14 Nel incomingll¢)Utgoingl resources and Net incomellexpenditurel for U)e year 37.109 30.195 67,304 14,031 Total funds at 1 March 2025 Total funds at 28 February 2026 14 gL7 145 967 176 162 14 The Income and Expenditu￿ Account has been prepared on the basis that all operations are continuing operations. There were rio 9a1ns of losses recognised In these Financial Ststements other than througtt the Income and Expenrti￿re Account MAKE THEM SMILE BALANCE SHEET AT 28 FEBRUARY 2026 Regi$terod in England No. 07525980 2026 2026 2025 2025 Not•s FIXED ASSETS 67,113 71,703 CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank and in hand Prepayments 170,391 84.871 176,8S1 91.555 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 30 703 NET CURRENT ASSETS TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIESINET ASSETS 213271 FUNDS Restricted funds Unrestricted general funds Unrestricted designale