Trustees. Annual Report for the period Period start date Period end date JTSt I t)ecemb8r .' 2023 From 4023 To Reference and administration details Charity name Section A Heathrow Special Needs Centre Other names charity is known by Registered charity nUMr (if any) 1155421 Charlty's principal address Bath Road Longford Middlesex Postcode UB7 OEF Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Trustse name Office {5f any) Chair Treasurer Secretary Oates act•d If not forwholè èar Dorian Mead Damian Pearson Kenneth Tinslay Andrew Huxsted Verity Jones Basil Miles Bemie Stacey Name of r$On (or body) entitled oint trustse ifa 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for oxamplo, any custodian trustse5) Name Dates acted if not for whole ear TAR March 2012
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional inforniation) yje of adviser Name Address Bank Lloyds 7&75 High Street, Stsines, T•118 4PP Name of chlef executive or names of senior staff members (Optional infomiation) Section B Structure, overnance and mana ement Description of the charity's trusts Constrtution of a Charitable Incorporated Organisation dated 26 May 2015 Type of goveming document How the charity is constituted Maximum number of Trustees.. 12 Minimum number of Trustees" 3 Trustee selection methods Trustees are appointed by a resolution passed at a properly convened meeting of the charity trustees. Additional governance Issues (Optional infomiatlon) You may choose to include Child and vulnerable protection policies are in place. additional information, where Health and Safety policies and procedures are in pla. relevant, aboLrt= Enhanced Data Barring Checks are carried out prior to employment and volunteering and renewed every three years and comply with the Disclosure and Barring Service under the provisions of The Prolection of Freedom Act 2013. policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of twstees", the charity's organisational structure and any wider neOrk with which the charity works., relationship with any related parties., trustees, consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them. The Trustees meet at least twi per year and has overall responsibility for the management and administration of the funds and for the attainment of the charity's aims The Tnjstees have delegated the following responsibilities to the Council of ManagemenL To endorse budgets and a¢¢ourrts To examine the financial aspects of major projects The employment of staff Health and Safety review The general administration of the charity's affairs on a day-to4ay basis in line with the budget requirements set by the Trustees All aspects of fundraising Cash accounting and sales review The Committee will include a Chair nominated by the Trustees TAR March 2012
Insuran cover for Third Party and Personal Arxident claims is provided by The National Farmers Union. Section C Ob ectives and activities To relieve the needs of those with disabilrties and special needs in particular and young offenders. those recovering from alcohol or Substan abuse and those suffering conditions such as dementia or stroke by the provision of facilities. activities and educational training in London and the home counties. Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document To provide disabled people with the opportunity of horse riding to benefit their heatth and well-bein In planning our activrties for the year, the Trustees had regard to the guidan issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. The focus for the year is to enable people with disabilities and special needs including those with profound and multiple disabilities and special needs to enjoy the proven and measurable benefits of farm, animal and horticulture related activities. Our activities provide outcomes of improved physical and mental wellbeing. improved se- confidence and selfosteem, education, leam new skills and happiness. Summary ofthe maln actlvitles undertaken for the publrc 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) To foster a sense of personal achievement which is so important to people wrth disabilities and special needs. To help enable them participate more fvlly in society which reduces social isolation and improves Gommunty cohesion. Activities Gomprise informal training and education in Animal care and management, horticulture. Structured work experien placements for people with disabilities and special needs to help them enter the workplace. Not for profft tea roomlcommunty hub managed by disadvantaged people. We provide a professional bistro style setting where disadvantaged people can socialise and enjoy refreshments in a non- judgemental environment. TAR March 2012
Additlonal details of objectives and activities Ioptlonal infomiatlon) The Trustees are very gratefijl for the enormous contribution made by our member volunteers. We appreciate the many hours spent by our volunteers working with and encouraging our beneficiaries. You may choose to include further statements. vthere relevant, about.. policy on grantmaking., policy programme related investment., contribution made by volunteers. Wrthout this valuable contribution of time, energy and expertise we would not have been able to achieve so much. Section D Achievements and performance TAR Mar¢h 2012
Section D Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year Achievements and performance Entry to the charity is free. No charge fortaking part in activtties of animal care and management, horticulture and gardening, being involved with the running of our not-for- profft cafélcommunty hub. No charge for taking part in our structured work placements tailored lo individual needs and abilities. The aim is to help is to help beneficiaries enter the workplace. The benefits are tangible and measurable including increased confidence, social interaction something interesting to talk about at job interviews. Participation in activities is prooked and extremely popular. The Covid-19 lockdowns and rules created a pent-up demand for the charity serVIS with many enquiries being reoived from organisations and individual beneficiaries and their carers. 'Walkabout Wednesday. takes pla every Wednesday including during school holidays. It gives potential beneficiaries the opportunity to visit the Centre wilhout pre-booking to visrt the animals and gardens and to discuss future visits and planned participation in our activities. Our not for profft tea room1MMUnIty hub managed by disadvantaged people is open Wednesdays and a popular venue where people with disabilities and special needs enjoy food and dnnk in a non-judgemental environment and professional bistro style setting. Newly designed rebuitt small animal enclosures and well-maintained buildings and grounds presents a modem facility which enhances and encourages beneficiary interaction and benefrt. The Trustees have agreed to suspend horse riding for the time being due to financial pressures caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. They will review this activity as the financial climate improves and, in the meantime, conrRntrate on our other artivities for the majority of our beneficiaries. TAR March 2012
Section E Financial review Brlèf statement of the charity's policy on reserves The Trustees have detemiined a need to maintain six months running costs in in reserves. Expenses support the aims and objectives of the chartty with less than 3% spent on administration. Surplus funds are held in reserve to support runnin costs. Details of any funds materially in deficit Further financial review details {Opllonal inforniation) You may choose to include additional information. where The Trustees are very grateful to the many donors both large and small relevant aboLrt-. for their support and although we would like to mention th&m all, space is restricted to those who have given a minimum £100. the charity's prrncipal If we have left anyone out, please accept our apologies. sources of funds (including any fundraising); Anton Jurgens CH Trust, Ashford Rotary Club, Ashley Ironmonger, Basil Miles, Cardinal Global Logistics, Chartties Aid Foundation, City Bridge how expenditure has Foundation. Coca Cola, Co-op. Courier Facilities Ltd. Denholm Logistics, supported the key objectives DHL, Drayonian Chapter C3980, Edward Gostling Foundation, Enterprise of the charity., Holdings Foundation. Enterprise Staff Giving, Egham Churches, Firmenich Ltd, Freemasons Grand Charty, Freemasons Middlesex investment policy and Provincial Relief Fund, John and Susan Bowers Charitable Trust, Jon objectives including any Boyton, Kimberfy Hulse, Mr and Mrs Jenner, Mr and Mrs Markham, Mrs ethical investment policy Da Keen, Mrs Ragavan. Quadratic Lodge of Master Masons. Record adopted. Financial Group, Roger Laing, David North Royal Hanover Lodge 1777, Sangeet Chonan. Scarfett Stephens. Sir Jules Thom Charitable Trust, Staines Round Table, Stephen Amistrong. Surrey Community Foundatson Section F Other optional information The charity was founded in 1986 and fomierly known as Sperthome fam project for the handicapped. It became Charitable Incorporated Organisation in 2015 with the new name.. Heathrow Special Needs Centre. Charity Registration Number 1155421. The new charitable status enables the charity to broaden the opportunities it can provide to people with disabilities and special needs and also make Trusteeship an attractive opportunty. TAR March 2012
Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustfies, report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Slgnaturels Fvll namds} Kenneth finslay Position (eg Secretary. Chair. etc) seetary and Trustee Date Monday 16° September 2024 TAR March 2012
HSNC Chairman's Report 2023 At the close of 2023 the Heathrow Special Needs Centre continues to provide its core services to clients with varying degrees of special needs who attend our safe, secure and friendly environment here in Longford. The pre-booking system for most of our opening days ensures meaningful activities are available to visitors and tailored to their needs and aspirations. WalkAbout Wednesdays continue to be popular with an average 70 beneficiaries on that day and although no guarantee of related tasks this unbooked attendance day often acts as a lead to returning in a more structured manner on other days by appointmenL Wednesdays are hectic but always engaging and fun. Continued stresses on the nation's finances have been reflected in our donation levels. Although our position has improved over the past twelve months our fixed expenses erode those numbers quickly. Your Board of Trustees, to whom l am grateful for their fortitude, have continued to provide support and assistance to the Centre in so many ways as we guide ourselves through these times. Both myself and the Trustees wish to formally thank our stsff and volunteers for ensuring the Centre both delivers a unique experience for our clients as well as caring for our animals who create that interaction that is the highlight of any visit. At the end of 2023 there are signs of improvement in businesses wishing to reconnect with us as the airport and associated companies start to recover confidence. Funding from grant providers is reduced as these organisations have so many additional requests due to the cost of living crisis. It is hoped that 2024 will see the fruits of our proartive efforts to reach out to likeminded supporters will help put the Centre on a more sustained path regards funding. We receive many kind words and testimonials from clients. carers and parents that show why the Centre is such a valued resource to those who benefit from attending and, although for confidentiality reasons we cannot make many of these publicly available. it is knowing the tangible difference the Centre makes to the lives of disadvantaged people that drives us to continue our work To close I would like once again to thank all who support the aims of Heathrow Special Needs Centre and allow us to create happy moments for all our visitors and we look forward to continuing this for many years to come. Dorian Mead Chair of Trustees Sent from my iPad
Treasurfs Report The Charty Accounts for the year ended 31 Dmber 2023 follow and include details of restricted grants. The Accounts have been independently examined by S M Armstrong and his report is also attached. Overall Donations and Grants in 2023 were improved compared to 2022, stabilising the financial posrtion of the chanty following a number of challenging years. Government support in 2023 was again minimal, restricted to a small amount of gift aid, despite the widespread beneffts provided by the ontre to many disadvantaged residents that travel locally, from neighbourrng boroughs and beyond on a regular basis. Donations from Corporate and other organisations were very positive in 2023. allowrng the centre to replenish reserves and securing the viabilty of the charity in the medium temi. It is encouraging to note both the continued support received from key organisations and donations from new SoUrS during the year. The Trustees are extremely grateful to organisations that regularly provide fvnds for running costs and take a further active interest through volunteer groups helping to keep the site fft to welcome our beneficiaries throughout the year. Other donations recew&J from indtviduals were in line with 2022. It is hoped th with increasing visitor numbers. this area of fundraising will also improve, noting that as ServIS are free to visitors at the point of delivery, the centre Is grateful for all individuals that choose to make donations to the centre. Trading income was reduced in 2023 following the end of a facilty share with another local charity during 2022. Overall costs in 2023 were similar to 2022 though digging deeper this is the combination of continued significant cost inllation pressures, alongside an ongoing focus on running the ntre in the most financialty efficient way to operate wrthin available resources. To maintsin existing core offerings to our visitors. the ntre is targeting a regular income in excess of £7,500 per month to cover basic employees, wages. utiltties, animal feed & husbandry and repairs & maintenan. The charty ended 2023 with stronger cash reserves and are within the long running goal of retaining 6 months of running costs in unrestricted cash reserves. providing security of service wovision. Raising sources of regular unrestricted funds remains a priority for the centre. For those individual donors who can make and sign a Grfl Aid Declaration. the chartty can reclaim the Income Tax content of donation from HM Revenue and Customs. Damian Pearson ACMA CGMA Treasurer 09th September 2024
HEAThROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR ThE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE In ndttu for ear ended e ber 202 2023 02 In Llonations receivabfe Trading Income Other incom• (bank interest) Total Income 120,686 1.797 292 74,185 11,961 86,146 ndlt Charitable activities Adminislralion Depreciab'on of assets 69.586 2,449 1,224 75,979 1.825 Totsl Exp•nditurn 73,259 77,804 Exce8s{ Deficlt } of In¢om• over Expondiluro for the year Endowment Fund Balance brf 49,516 8,342 18,601 Endowmont Fund Balan¢? cll Page 1
HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE c6 at 2023 2023 202 SSET FIX cent assets at Net bc*)k value Leasehold propety and improvements thereto at cost and value at time of donation 4.895 104.273 109,168 104.273 104,274 Calculated to write off the cost * over the S-year term of the lease 103,174 101.390 Net Book Value at 31 December 2023 5,994 4,668 Horse & rKling equipment at value Debtors Cash at Bank Cash in Hand 500 6.000 33.999 323 756 9),275 91,031 40,822 TAL 97.025 43,706 LIABI ITIE Creditors and Accrued charges 20, 16,691 Endowm¢nt Fund at 31 DKOmr 2023 76 The Accounts were approved by the Board on September 2024 and sNJned on its behalf. Dorian G Mead Ch inan Ken Tinslay page 2
HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CEPKRE Notes fomilng part of th• Flnanclal Stat•m•nts 02 There has been no change lo the acunting policies during the year. The financial statements have teen ppared under the historic t))st convention uslng the follovAng accounting poli. These AcL¥Junts have been prepared on an accruals basis and include income and expendiiure as they are eamgy or Irtcurl. not as cash received and paid. und ralsl The challS endowment fvnds include all funds of the chanty. vthich it may use for its Pue8 at Ffs discretion. Al the assets are vested in thg trustees. JI vofuntary income is induded in income on recEipt Don?tions under the gfft aid scheme plus the associated income tax recovery are recognised as income when the donation is received. Specific donatlons are applwj a¢xording to the requirements of the donor and are accounted for in accordan wth the charib.es SORP. Donthns of items other than are included in income al market value on receipt. ndd Fixed ass&ts are induded in the acc(wnts at the histor1 ot and in the case of donated assets, al fair value at the date of a¢¥ussition. Depwation is provided to I[te off the cost less estimated residltal value ol all fixed assets over tt)eir expected useful Iwes. 11 is c&culated on the original cost of the assets at fhe following rates . Leaseftokl buildings 20% on cost Fer annum Centre & Office 1pment 20% on oisl per annum The leasehokl propety and improvements tht0 are amortised over the temi of the lease. nd Administration expenditure comprises all ¢)Jsts incurred in wnning the chanty, which annot be dirw related to the charitys project p4e3
HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE Not•8 fomiing part of the Financlal Statements For the Year en 31 Dgcern Don ns eiv HMRC CJRSIGovemmenl Grants Corporate DonatronslGrants Other DonalionslGrants Donated Ikms 2,677 57,520 11,958 2.040 117.402 12,348 2,040 131.790 74.195 3. Tradln Inc Fam and produce sales 1,557 1.057 Misc trading inLX)me 240 1,797 11,961 ha ble Training and CRB staff costs Supplies Staff costs Honoraria Fund raising utilib.es Insurances Memtr*rships Telecommunications Propety Maintenan and renewdls Motor and travelling Amorbse - Leasehold improvements Horse & Riding Equipment 700 15,353 42,029 3000 678 11,761 34,568 3000 468 7,148 8,510 8,010 1,060 429 110 1,784 614 171 1784 69,586 75,979 Adminlst Payrdl and administration fees Accounlancylreview fee Postage, stationery and sundries 1,281 759 328 226 2.449 page 4
HEATHROW SPECIAL NEED8 CENTRE Nots8 fornilng part of the Financlal Stat•m&nts For ar nded 31 2023 20 ea ehold Balar¢ce t)If Additions Im v•men 104.273 104,273 Balance at 31 Decemb8r 2023 104.273 104,273 ob Cheques in hand Grft Aid 756 756 6.000 8. Ca h at Bank Current A¢counl Deposit Account 49,984 40,291 90,275 33.999 33,999 and Acc Sinking Fund Reserve Accounlancylreview fee Honoraria Payroll costs Restricted Income(Note 10) 5,000 816 500 5CN) 3,195 11.031 7.7 20,566 16.763 During the Year, Grants were received from various organtsabons for Speci purposes. The Grants have been accounted for in acc*xdance with the Charities SORP as follows '. Balance bm Grants ffjceived in 2023 (page 6) Appl in year Ip4e 6) 7.W7 20,596 -16,572 12,623 13,249 -18,865 Balance clf to 2024 9) 11.031 page 5
HEATHROW SPECthL NEEDS ¢EIITrE Not•a fomilng part olthe Flnanclal Stt•rn•nts fortr y•ar•nd•d 31•t tl•c•mb•r 2023 8alRno Of Re¢t•d Grants rocol¥ed In 2020 and prtorand pplI th 20 DoTror of Fund8 R••trl¢tsd Purpo•• tlonAt•d Bal BIF to Appllod In Bal CIF to 2023 2023 2024 Staihes RouThJ Tabl Improving or prOding materfats to j21 £ 7,Ix6.77 £ £7,(x.rX Sch•dulo ofRo•tsl¢ed Grnnts roc•lwd in 2023 and Wl•d thg y•ar. Don•rof Funds onth B•1 BIF to 2023 Stairw R¢uTrY T)le Appll•d In Bal CIF to 2023 2024 Card)81 Global Looi8tks Jan-23 £ 12.(A)O.00 £ 12,OW.00 sch). £ 5CK>. Hèath £0. Reec4d Flnanaal Group Surrey Cmyrunty Foundats'on Mar-23 £0.00 May-23 Staff Costs £ 1,coJ. t i,oth).c Ay23 £ 5,J)J.¢J) £ 3.072. Nov-23 £ 1.7.30 o.(K) Ga Materia £2.228.IXJ Donor of Fund• £1,796.30 Month Donat•d Bal 81F to Applled In 2023 2023 Bal CIF to 2024 Tot•1 for th• ymr 2023 Totsl for Ihe ygar 2022 prlor J•arn BIF At 31$¢ D•c8ml>•r 2023 £ 20.596.30 £ 16.57ZOO £ 4.024.30 e 7.006.77 £ £ 7,006.77 Paw6
Indep8nd¢nt Examln•rf• R•port to tho Tnthe8 of the ' HEATHROW SPECIAL NEEDS CENTRE '. I report on the accounts of Ihe tharity for the year end8d 31 Dgcember 2023. which are sel out on pages 1- 6. R•spoctlve r88ponsrblllti88 of truste88 and gxaminer. The chanty's trustees are reskY)nsibte for the preparation of the accounts. The chantys Iruslees consider that an audit is not r4uired for this year. It is my responsibilty to.. examine the aco)unts (under ss132-1&5. chare$ Act 2011 IG42011). lo follow the prjure$ laid dovm in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners and to State whether particular matters have come to my attenlKJn. 8a81s of Independont ExamlnoV8 roporL My examination was carried out in accordan the Gera1 Directions gtven ty the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with thiose records. 11 also includes consideration of any untjsual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees conceming any such matters. rhe procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audll, and con$eqLtently I do not express an audit opinion on the view gwen by the accounts. Indep•nd•nt examlnetrs statement In C4Jnnection wrth my exaMinan no matter has come to my attention. S M Arnmtrong FMAAT FMATr S M Arntrong & Co 1&17 Church Strget, Gorlng Square, Staln08-upon-Thames Mlddlesex TW18 4EN S8ptember 2024 page 7