Trustees, Annual Report for the period Period start date Period end date April '. March MM From 2025 To 2026 Charity name Emil¢5 star Other names charity is known by Registered charity number lif any) 1152520 Charity's principal address 8 Wimborne Crescent Westcroft Milton Keynes Postcode MK4 4DE Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Name of person lor body) entitled to appoint trustee lif any) Trustee name Office lif any) Dates acted if not for whole year Katie Mainwaring Kathryn York Pamela Ifould Ellie Maxwell Alana He51am Mairead Curtis 01.04.2025- 01.09.2026 Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, Ifor example. any custodian trustees) Name Dates acted if not for whole year Names and addresses of advisers {Optional information) Type of adviser Name Address Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information) Katie Mainwaring TAR July 2025
Section Structuri,, governance and managetTieiit Description of the charl5 trusts Type of governing document Trust Deed-june 2013 Ino amendments) How the charity 15 constituted Trust Trustee selection methods Appointed by Katie Mainwaring Additional governance issues Ioptional information) You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about- policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees,. the charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works,. relationship with any related parties,. trustees, consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them. SL)ction C Objectives a nd activities l -The relief of sickness & the preservation & protection of good health of children with life limiting & life threatening illnesses in particular but not exclusively through the provision of funding & such other support as the trustees may determine. 2- To advance the education of the general public in all areas relating to Trisomy 18. Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its goveming document TAR July 2025
We have provided over 7569 boxes & 3704 Mini Packs to Neonotol units within the UKfor premature & underweight bobies. Alongside restocking of o snock station on the Neonatal Unit allowing parents to occessfree snock5 whi15t their baby is in the Unit. We also sponsored the vcreate App which is a secure video messoging OPP copturing early milestones, photos & Videos. Summary of the main acttvities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit) We have provided over 600 sensory boxe5for children receiving a diagnosls Wlth G life limiting & life threatening illnesses. We have granted wishesfor memory makingfor children (0-25 years old) with a life limiting & life threatening illnesses. We provide vouchersfor families who hove prolonger hospitol stays. We offer a shop in our officefull of household items & toiletrie5for our registeredfomilies to access FOC. We have octively roised oworeness of Trisomy 18 through vorious WOYS,. Facebook, owareness video'5. merchandise & let7flets. We have supportedfamilies through bereuvement. We provide support directly to 5 wards at MKUH. Additional detsils of objertives and activities (Optional information) You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about.. policy on grantmaking,. policy programme related investment,. contribution made by volunteers. TAR July 2025
section Ll Acli ièvèinonts and piertorm,Iiice Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year Our work remains deeply rooted in our comrnunity, with around 80Qk of everything we do taking place right here in our home of Milton Keyne5. From supportin8 local families with children with complex needs to providing vital hospital support at MKUH, our focus is always on meeting families where they need us most. We are proud to currently support over 100 reElStered families, offering a wide range of practical and emotional support. Over the past year, we have delivered more than 30 one-to-one 5UPPOrt sessions, carried out 48 home visits, and hosted 20 home school group sessions, ensuring families feel connected and supported. Our hospital work continues to be 3 lifeline, with 37 visits to families during hospital stays. In addition, we have invested £15.314.50 into supporting Milton Keynes University Hospital. This includes the provision of 119 neonatal boxes, a weekly snack station stocked in the neonatal unit parents, kitchen, and toiletrie5 donated to Ward 21b, Children's Wards 4 & 5, and the labour ward. We have also supplied items to support breastfeeding, baby massage, and beddinE for both the neonatal unit and labour ward, alongside sen51tive bereavement support items such as white baby clothing and inkless print kits. Beyond this, we have facilitated over 10 dedicated teen and young adult meet-ups, creating safe spaces for peer connection. Regular activities such as our 40+ Tuesday Club sessions and 22 group events - from Lego Clubs to pantos and parties help bring joy, routine, and community to familie5, lives. We have a150 granted 13 wishes at a cost of £3,220, creating special moments for familie5 when they need them most. In addition, we provided over £1,400 in ad hoc support, including vouchers for hospital stays, and saw 378 visits to our free family shop, helping to ease financial pressures. To8ether, these numbers reflect more than just activity - they represent meaningful, consistent support that makes a real difference to families TAR July 2W25
<eLlioTI 3 AoliieveiMe.nts aiid per"orri3iice across Milton Keynes. In 2025. our Mini Packs initiative has continued to deliver meanin8ful, nationwide impact, supporting 138 hospitals across the UK with a total of 1,338 packs distributed-not including the additional, ongoing support we provide to Milton Keynes. This yearfs data highlights both the breadth and depth of our reach. We have supported hospitals in every region, from those receiving a single pack-such as Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Arrowe Park Hospital and Ninewells Hospital to high-demand units receiving significantly larger volumes, reflecting both need and strong partnerships. Our most supported hospital in 2025 was Heartlands Hospital, which received 57 Mini Pack5, closely followed by Bradford Royal Infirmary155 packs) and Lincoln County Hospital153 packsl. These figures demonstrate where demand has been greatest and where our support is making a particularly concentrated impact. Regionally, the Midlands and North of England stand out as the most supported areas, with multiple hospitals receiving high volumes of packs. This includes sites such as Hull Royal Infirmary139 packs), Burnley General Hospital139 packs) and East Surrey Hospital136 packs), alongside several others receiving 30+ packs. This clustering highlights both population need and the strength of our engagement with service5 in these regions. At the same time, our ability to reach a wide range of hospitals manv receiving between 1-10 packs-demonstrates our commitment to ensuririg equitable support across the entire UK, regardless of size or location. Overall, the distribution of 1,338 Mini Packs across 138 hospitals represents more than just numbers-it reflects a growing national footprint, trusted partnerships with healthcare teams, and a continued commitment to ensuring that every family facing difficult circumstances receives vital support when they need it most. Section E Finincial review TAR July 2025
l@Ition D AihieveTI)ent fi J Iiil i)LThrlor 11 IcII)iL' Brief Statement of the charivs policy on reserves Emily's Star maintains financial reserves to safeguard the charity's long- term sustainability and ensure continuity of its charitable activities. Reserves provide a buffer against unexpected costs, temporary reductions in income, and support strategic opportunities that further the charity's objectives. The Trustees have agreed to maintain unrestricted reserves at 5% of annual operating Costs or a minimum of £5.000, whichever is greater. This target Is reviewed annually to ensure it remains appropriate to the charity's financial position and level of risk. Any use of reserves must be approved by the Board of Trustees and will only be made where it supports the charity's financial resilience, legal obligations, or strategic aims. The level of reserves and this policy are reviewed annually and reported in the charity's annual accounts to ensure transparency and good financial governance. Detai15 of any fund5 materialW in deficit Further financial review details (Optional information) Our principal sources of funding are,. l. Individual Donations 2. Corporate Sponsorships and Donations 3. Grantsfrom Foundations and Government 4. Fundraising Events 5. Online Fundraising You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about.. the charity's principal sources of funds lincluding any fundraisingl,. how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity- investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted. Section I We updoted our main tag line in 2024 to- We provide essential support, resources, and opportunities for premature babies and children & young adult5 Wlth life limiting conditions in Milton Keynes alongside raising awareness of Trisomy18 TAR July 2025
SectioTr G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the tru5teeg report above. Signed on behalf of the charitVs trustees Signaturelsl Full name{sl Katie Mainwaring Position leg Secretary, Chair, etcl Date Trustee 22ilJ JKJ I 2.IE Signaturelsl Full name{sl Position leg Secretary. Chair, etc) Date Kathryn York Trustee Signature{sl Full namels) Pamela Ifould Position leg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date Trustee Signaturel51 Full namelsl Ellie Maxwell Position leg Secretary. Chair. etcl Date Trustee o£{IG Signaturelsl Full namelsl Alana Heslam Position leg Secretary, Chair, etcl Date Trustee Q2 01.16 TAR July 2025
EMILY’S STAR
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 MARCH 2026
CHARITY NO. 1152520
EMILY’S STAR (charity number:1152520)
CONTENTS OF THE REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD 1 APRIL 2025 TO 31 MARCH 2026
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3 Legal and administrative information
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4 Report of the independent examiner
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5 Statement of Financial Activities
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6 Balance Sheet
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7-8 Notes to the report and financial statements
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EMILY’S STAR (charity number:1152520)
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION FOR THE PERIOD 1 APRIL 2025 TO 31 MARCH 2026
Trustees: Katie Mainwaring Alana Heslam Ellie Rosa Maxwell Kathryn Margaret York Pamela Rosemary Ifould Principle office: 8 Wimborne Crescent Westcroft Milton Keynes Buckinghamshire MK4 4DE Registered number: 1152520 Independent examiner: Gemma Ffowcs-Williams FCCA Chilli Accounting Ltd 60 KIlpin Green Newport Pagnell MK16 9LY
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EMILY’S STAR (charity number:1152520)
INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF EMILY’S STAR FOR THE PERIOD 1 APRIL 2025 TO 31 MARCH 2026
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2026 which are set out on pages 5-8.
Respective responsibilities of the trustees and the independent examiner
The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under Section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is required.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act; and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general directions given by the Charities Commission. An examination includes the 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 within the accounts, and seeking explanations from the 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.
Independent examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with the accounting records.
I 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.
Gemma Ffowcs-Williams FCCA Chilli Accounting Ltd 60 Kilpin Green Newport Pagnell Buckinghamshire MK16 9LY
Date ………19/8/2026…………
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EMILY’S STAR (charity number:1152520)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE PERIOD 1 APRIL 2025 TO 31 MARCH 2026
| Note Incoming resources Voluntary Receipts 4 Activities for generating funds 5 Charitable activities 6 Total Resources expended Costs of generating voluntary income Costs of charitable activities Fundraising costs (trading activities) Governance costs Total Net income / (expenditure) |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total funds 2026 Total funds 2025 £ £ £ £ |
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| 128,527 - 128,527 97,571 287 - 287 362 19,829 - 19,829 14,152 |
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| 148,643 - 148,643 112,085 |
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| 19,845 - 19,845 17,589 64,650 - 64,650 45,965 227 - 227 1,314 58,758 - 58,758 52,428 |
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| 143,480 - 143,480 117,295 |
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| 5,163 - 5,163 (5,211) |
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EMILY’S STAR (charity number:1152520)
BALANCE SHEET FOR THE PERIOD 1 APRIL 2025 TO 31 MARCH 2026
| Note Current Assets Bank account PayPal account Cash account Debtors Total current assets Creditors due within one year 7 Total Assets less Current Liabilities Funds of the Charity Unrestricted funds - Current Year Unrestricted funds - Retained Total Funds |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total funds 2026 Total funds 2025 £ £ £ £ |
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| 35,012 35,012 31,109 710 710 (29) 467 467 843 - - - 36,189 - 36,189 31,924 (1,275) - (1,275) (2,173) |
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| 34,916 - 34,916 29,751 |
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| 5,163 - 5,163 (5,211) 29,752 - 29,752 34,963 |
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| 34,916 - 34,916 29,752 |
Approved by the trustees on …………………………………………… and signed on their behalf by;
Katie Mainwaring Trustee
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EMILY’S STAR (charity number:1152520)
NOTES TO THE REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD 1 APRIL 2025 TO 31 MARCH 2026
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of accounting
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with;
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Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities (effective April 2008)
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Accounting and Reporting by Charities – Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP 2005); and
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the Charities Act 2011.
2. TAXATION
The charity is exempt from corporation tax.
3. REMUNERATION OF TRUSTEES AND BENEFITS
Remuneration paid to trustees in the year amounted to £24,333 for the year ended 31 March 2026 (2025; £23,426) However, it should be noted that the trustee receiving remuneration is also CEO. The remuneration therefore relates to their role as CEO rather than their role as a trustee. There are policies in place to ensure these two roles are treated separately.
4. VOLUNTARY INCOME
| Donations Total Donations |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total funds 2026 £ £ £ |
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| 128,527 128,527 |
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| 128,527 - 128,527 |
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NOTES TO THE REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD 1 APRIL 2025 TO 31 MARCH 2026
5. ACTIVITIES FOR GENERAL FUNDING
| Content Income On-Line Shop Total Donations |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total funds 2026 £ £ £ |
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| 204 0 83 83 |
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| 287 - 83 |
6. CHARITABLE DONATIONS
| Bonus ball lottery Fundraising events Total Charitable Activities |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total funds 2026 £ £ £ |
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| 2,776 - 2,776 17,053 - 17,053 |
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| 19,829 - 19,829 |
7. CREDITORS
| Accounts Payable Total Creditors |
£ |
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| 1,275 | |
| 1,275 |
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