SPECIAL STARS FOUNDATION REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1156237 Annual Report and Accounts 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025
Page ? Welcome-Rebecca's story 5 Chief Executive and Chair's Introduction 8 Reference and Administration details of the Charity Introduction to Special Stars Foundation l (- Achievement and Performance- a review of activities and impact 1,, Financial Review: Independent auditor's report Reserves Policy 1; Future Plans 1 f Structure and Governance 1 . Statement of disclosure of information to Independent Examiner Reference and Administration Details Approval , Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees 2 1 Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet 2. Notes to the Financial Ststements 31- 3 . Detailed Ststement of Financial Activities
Welcome Hi, my name is Rebecca and welcome to this report. I'd like to tell you what Special Stars means to me and why. Here is my story written for me with help from my mum: "When Rebecca was born, the Drs suspected that she may have a chromosome disorder. This was confirmed at 6 weeks old, with a diagnosis of Triple X Syndrome (a condition which can result in global learning delay, problems with gross motor and fine motor skills, difficulties with speech). She also had hyper-extensive joints and low muscle tone which affected her movement and mobility and at the age of 8 years old she was diagnosed with Scoliosis which involved regular visits to Leeds General Hospital for surgery up to the age of 14. As parents we have always provided a happy and stimulating environment for Rebecca to grow and develop and have the opportunity to reach her full potential. We have all been extremely grateful for the support which has been provided to us over the years through the NHS and local services, such as physiotherapy, speech, and language therapy However, from a young age we felt Rebecca needed some less formal groups she could attend which would provide the stimulation needed in a relaxed and fun way where she could feel included and make friends. Despite a happy school life and good social circle, it was often difficult to find friends for her to play with at the weekend. This is where Special Stars came in. Special Stars was originally set up as a Sunday Club for children with disabilities l additional needs. Rebecca was one of those who attended the very first session and loved it. There was a table with sensory toys, table for crafts and colouring, a table with iPads, along with play mats and bubble tubes. Over time and with some fundraising, the resources and members grew, and Special Stars was eventually established as a registered charity. Rebecca continued to attend the weekend play sessions and the Sounding Special groups (singing and signing) being held at Special Stars.
Rebecca just loved the opportunity to socialize and interact with children of all ages and abilities. It has given her a great sense of empathy (this is definitely her superpower). Special Stars has gone from strength to strength over the years, improving its location and facilities, extending its services to adults as well as children (which was needed) and increasing the range of services and activities available for families and service users. In 2022 at the age of 18, Rebecca saw an advertisement on the Special Stars Facebook Page, asking for volunteers. We talked to her about it, and she decided it was something she felt she could do and would enjoy. We helped Rebecca write a letter and a CV and we sent it off to Special Stars. She was excited to be accepted as a volunteer. At first, she helped at the Friday craft sessions or with the dance sessions or bowling. This fitted in well with continuing her education. As a family we feel that Rebecca has a great deal to offer as an employee. She is so helpful, friendly and has such a caring nature, but we often worry that no one else will see that or realise its worth. We could not have been more wrong. From the moment Rebecca began her volunteering journey with Special Stars it was clear to see how much they valued her qualities and the contribution that she made to the team. She loves helping with the craft sessions, putting out resources for the session, greeting service users, providing drinks and snacks, helping with the craft activity, and generally chatting to service users, then cleaning up at the end of the session. The dance sessions are also a favourite of Rebecca's, where she'll think nothing of joining in with the dance moves and sometimes singing. After a year of volunteering Rebecca was offered a paid role with Special Stars. Rebecca is starting to take part in a range of staff training and has even been given the opportunity to help in the shop. Rebecca feels very comfortable at work and very much supported by all the staff there and as a family we can see this too. For that we are eternally grateful. I'm still not sure if she actually realized what the job offer meant straight away, but to us as a family, this was enormous. It's not about money, it's about acceptance and inclusion, the sense of purpose and pride and the
overall achievement (although Rebecca loves treating herself with her wages!). This is what makes Rebecca's story and her journey with Special Stars so special. To attend Special Stars as a service user and then become an employee is wonderful. Rebecca has turned into a beautiful young lady of whom we are immensely proud.. I love working at Special Stars Foundation, I love volunteering still too and I love taking part in activities with other service users. I have made lots of new friends with staff and service users. Thank you for reading my story and I hope you can see why Special Stars is such a special place for me and others. Love Rebecca (and my familyl) o¥... IIAP•
Chief Executive and Chair's Introduction: Welcome to Special Stars Foundation's annual report and accounts. It has been a busy but fulfilling year as we continue to provide much needed activities and support to children and adults with special educa- tional needs andlor disabilities, plus their families, across Hull and East Riding The demand for our support is forever increasing. In the most recent local census of 2021, it was reported that over 280/0 of households in Hull had at least one person who was classified as disabled under the Equality Act. This year we have seen membership numbers increase with 238 new membership applications accepted this year. With thousands of opportunities created through our activity and support programme we are reaching more families across the region than ever. A number of our activities are over-subscribed, and we are working hard to look at additional funding to increase our offering and meet local need. During a difficult economic climate, where the cost of living has impacted many, we remain focussed on delivering activities that are accessible to all and rely heavily on the donations from our wonderful supporters to make sure we can continue and improve our provision. As Trustees, during the first part of this financial year, we were looking to appoint a new Chief Executive with experience and understanding to take the charity forwards by meeting local demand and improving our services and to securing the charity's future financially. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff, Trustees and volunteers for their passion, hard work and dedication in supporting the continued delivery of our activity programme and running of the charity during this time. In September 2024, we welcomed our new Chief Executive, Louise Miles, who has a background as a physiotherapist in the NHS and working with chlldren and adults with disabilities in vaiious educational settings and roles. More recently, she has over sixteen years of experience in the charity sector establishing and managing fundraising teams. "I feel very honoured to take on the role of Chief Executive here at Special Stars Foundation and look fOard to building on the wonderful
work that is already happening. Along with a fabulous team of staff, trustees, volunteers, supporters and service users, l intend to make sure it continues to be a happy, uplifting place where people of all ages with any ability can enjoy a range of activities and develop lasting relationships with others. Ultimately, my vision is for Special Stars Foundation to be a well- recognised, trusted place providing opportunities, advice and signposting for people with any disability andlor special educational needs. I see us playing a key role in ensuring disability charities and service providers in the area are taking a collaborative approach to working, making sure those who access our services are very much at the heart and gain ultimate benefit in everything we all do. We can't go on our journey forwards alone and look forward to e5tablisliing more GonneGtions across the region e.g. Local health Gare providers and other charities, to help enhance ways in which we can support people with disabilities and their families. We are also developing our fundraising plans, reaching out to our local community and beyond as we review the financial support needed to continue the wonderful work and support Special Stars Foundation can offer in the futures. Thank you for your interest and support, Klcjw Louise Miles Kirsty Clark (Chair of Trustees) (Chief ExecutNe)
The Trustees present their report with the independently examined finan- cial statements of Special Stars Foundation, a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, for the financial period ending 31 st March 2025.
Reference and Administration details of the Charity. its Trustees and Advisors Name of charity: Charity Registration Number: Organisation Type: Registered Address: Special Stars Foundation 1156237 Charitable Incorporated Organisation Special Stars Foundation Unit F24, 3° Floor, Princes Quay Hull HU12PQ Trustees: Names of Trustees who seNed during the year were as follows..
Kirsty Clark: Trustee (Chair)" appointed 29th September 2022 Lisa Watson: Trustee appointed 7th September 2023 th Sandra Welch: Trustee appointed 25 September 2023 John Hooley: Trustee appointed 9 February 2024 Samantha Thompson: Trustee (secretary) appointed 16th December 2024 Names of Trustees who resigned during the year were as follows: Jayne Barker: Trustee 1 St July 2024 "Kirsty Clark was appointed Chair 23rd January 2025 Independent Examiner: Laura Jennifer Drew BA, FACA Harris, LaY and Swain Suite I The Riverside Building Livingstone Road Hessle HU13 ODZ
Introduction to Special Stars Foundation Governing Document Special Stars Foundation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation registered with the Charity Commission on 18th March 2014. Objectives and activities Special Stars Foundation aims to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities andlor special educational needs, and their families, across Hull and East Yorkshire. We aim to reduce social isolation, provide meaningful experiences, build confidence and develop new skills. We do this by providing a diverse calendar of inclusive and accessible social and creative activities in which children and adults with disabilities andlor special educational needs and all abilities can participate. We also offer a variety of learning opportunities, advice and support services for parent carers. We have a large sensory room, which is fully wheelchair accessible with the provision of a mobile hoist, ensuring it is suitable for all ages and abilities. This fantastic facility is open to all residents across the Hull and East Yorkshire region and is situated in our shop on the third floor at Princes Quay Shopping Centre, Hull. The shop stocks a range of sensory toys, learning resources and disability specific equipment. It was designed with people with disabilities and special educational needs in mind but is also open to the public. The main aim of our shop is to provide people with disabilities easy access to good quality specialist products at affordable prices. The small profit made in our shop goes back into our charity to support the continuation of our inclusive activities and support services. We have an on-line lending library with specialist equipment which is free to hire for any of our members and enables them to try out more expensive pieces of equipment before they purchase it themselves.
Achievement and Performance: The year reported has been a period of change as the charity was sl without a Chief Executive for the first part of the year (1 April 2024 to 23 September 2024). A Chief Executive was appointed 23rd September 2024 who the Trustees believe is the right person to successfulty lead the charity in its next steps. The Special Stars Foundation Board of Trustees is satisfied that in the financial year of 202412025: 5¥ Our work reflected our aims Our resources were well managed
Our work was of public benefit Membership: 238 new members during the year demonstrating the continual need for our services. Membership is free and open to anyone with a disability andlor special educational needs and their families and carers living in the region of Hull and East Riding. Review of Activities and Impact During the year we have provided over 240 activities. The activities are inclusive, accessible and engaging and often provide an opportunity that might not otherwise be possible for our serrfice users. 10
Below are some of the outcornes we aim for and examples of how we achieved them in 2024-25. The activities i. Reduce Social Isolation and Loneliness.. we encourage social inclusion by offering experiences and opportunities for all ages to participate, connect, and thrive e.g. we provided two theatre trips, a cinema experience, monthly social and games club.... many meaningful relationships are built between service users and staff. Our staff are key to the success of the activities we deliver, and a number of staff have lived experien which they generously use to ensure a compassionate level of support. 2. Improve health and well-being. Physical activity in community settings is associated with better cardiovascular and musculoskeletal fitness, as well as improvements in mental health. We provided several physical activities for children and adults and their familieslcarers e.g. Monthly dance for children, monthly bowling for adults, monthly hydrotherapy for children and adults, outdoor activity days such as a trip to Pinewood Outdoor Activity Centre. 3. Increase self-worth, social identity and a sense of belonging: We held numerous group activrties during the year where new skills could be learnt e.g. two weekly craft clubs for adults with disabilities and artwork is displayed on our social media. 4. Empower individuals: We support people to build confidence through trying new activities and learning new skills in a safe environment whilst encouraging individuals to exercise choice and control of their lives e.g. we held adult and children's cooking sessions and pottery sessions. 5. Overcome barriers which may otherwise prevent people from experiencing the activities. 11
An example during the year where several barriers were present in an activity, but we worked to remove Ihese to enable people lo access the activity, was a cinema experience. For a number of children with disabilities or special educational needs it can be challenging to attend the cinema for a public performance because the darkness can be challenging, the loud surround sound can be upsetting, most cinema audiences would be expected to stay in their seats and it is an expensive trip, especially if your child becomes distiessed and needs to be taken out after 20 minutes. We worked with the cinema to overcome these barriers and funded a show where the lights were not fully turned down, the sound was turned down, children were able to move around (we put mats on the floor at the front) and we charged a minimal arnount per child and provided popcorn and drinks. We had over 100 children attend with their parents and enjoy an experience that otheIse may not be possible. Without community-based activities individuals with disabilities may face social isolation. limited opportunities and poorer health outcomes. 12
Our year in numbers (well some of itl) 16 Gf81l and singing sessions 24 Hydrotherapy sessions 22 bov4liDg sessions 13
Financial Review Reserves policy Special Stars has a policy for holding a minimum reserve, representing six months, worth of operating costs, in the unrestricted general fund to ensure a significant buffer to enable effective financial decision-making, rather Ihan short teim decisions. This will be reviewed in the 2025-26 financial year. We also want to ensure that Special Stars can meet its liabilities in the event of an adverse effect on income generation. Average expenditure for 6 months is £141 ,674 {2024.' £152,348). At the end of 2024-25, after a deficit of income over expenditure of £143,166, Special Stars had reserves held totalling £219,644, of which in full is free reserves (2024: £362,810). A programme of ongoing fundraising and restructure is in place to ensure this position is maintained into the future. This is under revision and regularly discussed at board meetings. We are aware that the ongoing deficits are depleting the reserves we hold, and we are continuously planning to ensure we maintain the sustainable financial position of the charity. Principle Funding Sources See the notes to the accounts for a detailed explanation of the charity's funds. We have taken the decision to invest a proportion of reserves in 2025-26 to restructure and establish a team with a robust fundraising plan to secure the financial future of the charity- Whilst we will be forecasting a planned deficit of £70,000 in 2025-26, we aim to break even in 2026-27. Our reserves entering 2026-2027 will be in-line with our reserves policy. 14
Future Plans The charity plans to continue to provide activities to engage the community across Hull & East Yorkshire along with the provision of learning opportunities, advice and support for parents and carers. Main objectives for the following year 2025-26 In shaping our objectives for the following year and planning our activities, the Trustees have considered the Charty Commission's guidan on Public Benefit. The main objectives for 2025126 are: To create and deliver over 200 activity sessions for children and adults with disabilities andlor special educational needs in Hull and East Riding and we will look to increasing this number in 2026127 because currently we are fully booked with waiting lists for sessions. To create 4,800 individual opportunities for children and adults with disabilities andlor special educational needs to take part in. To conduct research into our current full range of activities for children and adults plus activities for parent carers. We will be using the research to ensure we produce an activity programme for 2026-27 and beyond that is what people wrth disabilities want and need. To establish ways to capture post activty feedback from service users about the activity programme which will feed into future activity selection making sure we provide what is wanted and needed. To expand our networking with other agencies, bodies, groups to understand gaps in services for people with disabilities which will feed into the activity timetable. 15
Structure and Governance Charity constitution The board of trustees are a group of volunteers who have a shared interest in supporting the charity. Each trustee brings their own set of skills. Trustees can be voted in at any time and can serve on the board for as long as they wish. The roles of the trustees remain the same unless someone steps down. Recruitment and appointment of new trustees Trustees are elected by a majority of the members entitled to vote. On election trustees have an induction prOsS to ensure that they understand both the nature of the appointment and governance of the organisation. Decision making The board maintains an overview of the finances and are required to declare any conflicts of interest and to consider the risk register annually. Day to day management of the charity is delegated to the CEO Louise Miles. Public benefit Special Stars Foundation objectives are to improve the quality of lrfe for people with disabilities andlor special educational needs, and their families, throughout the Hull and East Yorkshire region by providing, and assisting in the provision of, inclusive recreational activities and by providing support, training and practical advice for parent carers. 16
Statement of disclosure of infomiation to Independent Examiner We, the Trustees of the Charity who held office at Ihe date of approval of these financial statements, each confirm so far as we are aware that: There is no relevant information of which the Charity's Independent Examiner is unaware; and We have taken all the steps we ought to as Trustees to make ourselves aware of any relevant information and establish that the Charity Independent Examiners are aware of that information. Trustee Declaration The Trustees declare that they have approved the Trustees Annual Report. Signed on behalf of the Charity's Trustees Kirsty Clark Trustee Thank you for reading this report.. we really appreciate your interestl 17
REGISTERED CHARITY,YiiN1BER: 1156237 Report of the Trusttes and Ulludittd Finntt*l St¥temeDts for the Year Ethded 31 Martb 202S for Spe¢ial Star$ Foundation Page 18
5peeial Stars Foundation Report of the Trusttts ror the Yer Ended 31 fvlarch 2025 REFEREf'CE AYD ADMINISTRATIVE DETAIIS Registertd Charity number I156?37 Printipal addrt55 Unit F24. Jrd Floor Princcs Quay Hull East Yorkshire HUI 2PQ Trnstee$ Mi55 O Collier (resigned 18.6 ?41 Mrs J Barker (resigned 1.7.24) Mi55 K Clark Mrs S Welch Mrs l. Watson S Thompson (aptrf)inted 17.12_24) L Shaw {appointrd 19.6.241 Mr J Hooley Independent Examiner H#1$ La¢e)' and Sii'ain Suite The Rii'erside Buildin8 Hessle East Yorkshire HU13 ODZ Approved by order olthe board of tru5t¢es on . 22....1.2....2.Q.25.... signed on its behalf by.. Miss K Clark- Trustee Page 19
Independent Examirter's Report to the Tnutees of Speci*l Stars Foundation Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Special Stars Foundation I report lo the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Special Star5 Foundation (the Trust) for the year ended 31 March 2025. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity trustees of the Trust you are reswnsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 {'the Act,). I rew)rt in respect of my examination ol the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 14) of the Act and in carrying out my exami[tIon I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Chariiy Commission under Section 145(5)(b) of the Acl. Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirrn that no material matters have come io my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: accounting record5 w¢re not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Seclion 130 of the Act: or the accounts do not aecord with those records. or the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts Sel out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement tha¢ the a¢counts give a true and fair vieiv ivhich is noi a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understsnding of the accounts to be reached. Luc}, Jes50p FCCA Bsc (Hons) The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wal¢s Harris Lacey and Swain Suite Thc River3idc Building Hessle East Yorkshire HU13 ODZ Date.. Page 20
Speeial Stars Fouodation Statemtnl of Finaneial Activities ror the Year EDded 31 .March 2025 2025 To1 funds ?024 Total runds Unrestricied funds Restricted funds Note5 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 9.955 10.955 9.356 ChariLqble activitie5 Charitable 29.663 52)2 34.915 55.805 Other trading aclivilies Bank Inierest 93.747 i65 115,686 i34 565 Total 13i.9JO 6.252 140.182 181.)81 EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities Charitable 268.169 278.541 304.695 Other 4.807 4,807 Total 272.976 10.37? 283.348 304.69) YET If4COMEI(EXPENDITLREI { l J9.0461 {4.1201 {14i.166) 1123.)14) RECOYCILIATION OF FUN'DS Total funds brought fon%7rd 358.690 4.120 j6? 810 486.1?4 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 219.644 219.644 J62.810 The noies fomi part of these financial siaiements Page 21
Special Star5 FouDdation Balallct Sheet JI March 2025 ?025 Total funds 2024 Total funds Unrestricied funds Restricied funds Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible asse(5 5.806 i.806 14.651 CURREIYT ASSETh Stocks Delxors Cash at bank ld in hand io I 1.886 1.400 11.886 1.400 215 812 ?9.384 8,892 316.i94 119:?721 ?48a70 (19,272) 229,098 i54.670 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 12 (12.i741 {2.8861 (li,2601 (6.5111 NET CURRENT ASSETSI(LIABILITIESJ 235.996 122.1581 ?lJ.838 J48.159 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 241.802 (22.1581 219.644 362,810 NET ASSETS 241.80? ?? 1581 219.644 )6? 810 FUNDS Unrestricted funds Restricted funds 13 219.644 J58.690 4.120 TOTAL FUNDS 219.644 362.810 The financial statements ivere approved by the Board of TnleeS and authorised for issue on 22...1.2...2Q.25....... and M'ere signed on its behalfby.. LJ ci Ctr/ Miss K Clark - Trustee The notes fom part of these financial srwements Page 22
Special Stars Fodation Notes to the Fin•ncial Statements for the Year Ended 31 .Martb 2025 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of preparing the fip#nci41 $tatemtnts The financial 5(aiements of ihe charity.. i¥hich is a public benefit ertlitv under FRS I O? haie been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 1021 'Accounling Reporting b!. Charities.. Ststement of Re¢omm¢nded Prdclice applicablc to Lharilies preparing their accounts in accordan¢¢ wilh the Financi&l Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Kepublic ol Ireland IFRS 102) (eftcclive l Januari, 20191., Financial Reporting Siandard 102 The Financial Rcporting Stsndard 4)plicable in the UK and Republic OF Irelarbd, and the Charities Act 2011. Th¢ financial ststem¢nts have b¢en prepared under the hiSrIcal Cost conveniion. Income Income received for services wovided is accounted for on an accruals trwis. Cash don4tion& gi115 and legacics are included in full in ihe income and expenditure a¢counl as they are receii'ed. Any significant non-cash donations are included in the income and e.ipendiLure account at ihe trustees, cstimate ol iheit market value 'hen recei%ed.-The value of ¥oluntary help is TK)t included in thc ae¢ounts. Grdnts 8nd other funding of a rthenue nature are defttred and released io the income and expcndiiure account over the period to which they relaie. Shop Income comprise5 the lair value of the Considerdli reLeiveil or receiyable for the sale of goods and services in the ordinary course of the ¢ompany's activiiie5. The income is shown nct of valu¢ added t. return5, rebates and discounts. rundrai5ing income is included in full in thc income and eXndItUre account &s it 15 receii'ed. ljank inicrcst is included in the income and expenditure account on an accruals basis. Expeuditure Liabiliiie5 are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or construciii'e obligation commitling the charity io that expenditure. il is probable that a transfer of economic bcnefJL% %vill be required in settlemenl and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliabl!,. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggr¢gaTe all c051 related to the category. Where COSLS Lannoi be directly attributed io particular heading5 they havc been allocated to aciivilies on a basis consistent '1th the use of resources. TaDgible flxtd a$setS Deprecialion is proi'ided ai the following annual rdle5 in older io IITile off each asset over it5 esiimated useful life. Improvements to property Fixtures and fittin85 Motor v¢hicl¢s 20% on cost 20% on cost 20% on reducing balance storks Stocks are ialued at the loiv¢r of c05t and nei realisable vaIue. after making due alloii'ance for obsolete and slow moi'ing Items. Taxation The charity is exempt from on its charitable activities. The charity registued for VAT in March 2021, the only costs subject to VAT are any costs relating to shop aciivities and events. Fund aCCOUDting Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the ¢haritsblc objectives at the discreuon of the mistees. Page 2) continued...
Special Stsn Foundation Notes to the Financial Statements - eontinued the I'rar End¢d 31 Marrh 2025 ACCOUNTING POLICIES- ¢oLtinued Fund tcouLting Reslricted funds can only be used for p¥rti¢ular restricied purposes 1th1n the objects of the charity. Restriclions arise when specified bv the dO[r or when funds are Sed for particular restricted purposes. Further ¢xplanation of the nature and purp)se oleach fund is included in the notes to the tinancial statement5. Finncial in$trnmeDts and e5tim4tes #od judymettts The charity only has financial assets and linancial liabililie5 oFa kind thai qualify basic financial insirum¢ntS. Basic financial instruments, including trade and other debtots and creditors are initi3lly rewgnis¢d al transaction value and subsequenLly mea5urc at their settlemert( value. E5timales Ind judgtmenls Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors. including expectations of fulure evenrs ihal are belieTred to bc rca50nable under the circumstances. Although thesc estimaie5 arc based on the -1 rustces. best knoiYledg¢ of the amount. ci'ents or a¢iions: aciuai rcsults uliimaiel!. differ from these estimaies. Thr Tru5tee5 do not consider ihere be aTr material esiimates and judgements. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES ?0?5 2024 Donaiions 10.9)) OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES 202) 20?4 Shop income 93.747 I li.686 BAI%K INTEREST 20?? 2024 Dep)sit account interest 565 534 Pa8¢ ?4 Continued...
Special Str5 Foulld•¢i0o Notes lo tbe FiDaneial SiatemeDt5 - eolltinued for the Year Ended 31 Imarrh 2025 INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES 202) 20?4 Fundraising Events Grnnts Charitable Charlb]e Charitable 14.529 14.li3 6.253 21.178 6.)86 i4.91) Grants received atrnvc £l:iOO, we as folloiys: ?0?5 2024 Hays Travel Foundaiion HSBC Hull Ciry Council Hull & East Riding Charitsble Trnst J Marr 3.550 i,298 6.447 .iOO 10.000 3.661 3.661 24,795 TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS Charii). Manager received £21.0)8 (gros51 wiLhin the yrar (2024 - £0>. The CEO position has been vacant since 2023 with ihe replacement being recruiiryj in Seplember ?0?4. Tru5ttt5' expenses Therc iere no 31 March ?024. trustees, expenses paid for the >ear ended )1 March2025 nor for the )'ear ended STAFF COSTS 2025 Gross Wages Employers Nl Employers Pension 1?5.58 j 3.592 1.916 143.036 9.i7i 1,988 131093 li4.i97 other costs included ii'ithin slaff costs is £249. for clothing. The average monthly numbcr of employees during the >ear was as follows.. 2025 12 2024 12 Staff No employees received emolyments in exce55 of £60,¢)XI. Page 25 conlinued..
Spe¢ial 514n Folltsdation Notes lo the FiDan¢il Statements- continued for the Year Ended 31 Marth 2025 COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FIYANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unrestric(ed funds Restricted funds Total funds INCOME AND ENDOWME.NTS FROM Donations and le8acie5 9.356 9.356 Cbaritable activiti¢s Charitsbl 1?.641 55,805 Other trading activities Bank Interest I li.686 5i4 115.686 i34 Total 168.740 12.641 181.381 EXPENDITURE ON Charitablt activities Ch4¢&ble 176.088 128.607 304.695 YET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE) Transfers between funds 17:348} 2.140) I I l i.966) 2,140 112JJ141 Net Movement in funds (9.488) I I li.8261 (113.3141 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Tothl funds brought fonl'ard 368.178 117.946 486,124 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD ii8.690 4.1?0 J62.810 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Impmvements Fixtures and fitlings Motor vehicles propety Totsls COST At l April 2024 Disposals 8297 12.096 9.960 9.960) 30,353 19,9601 At 31 March 20?5 12,096 20.393 DEPRECIA TIOIY At l April 2024 Char8e for year Elimined on dispos&t 7,002 2,371 4.861 15,702 3.746 14.861) lJ75 Ai 31 Marth 20?5 9J7i 14.587 •ET BOOK VALUE At 31 March 202) 2.723 At 31 March 2024 4.458 i.094 5.099 14.6il Pa8¢ 26 coniinued...
Spetil StArs Fouttd¥tioft Notes to the FiDncial Stxtements - continued for tbe Yer EDded 31 Mrth 202£ io. STOCKS 202) 2024 Siocks 11.886 29.384 ii. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2025 2024 Other debtors Prepayments 1.318 7.574 1.400 1,400 8.892 12. CREDITORS: AMObNTS FALLif4C DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR ?025 2024 T&x&tion and social securit Other crediiors 4.797 10.463 2.938 3.57) 15.260 6,511 13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Net mol'emenl in funds At 31.3.2) At 1.4.24 Uttrestritted fund5 General fund S¢xia] and Crafts Group Lending Library 353.440 j2iO 1135,411) {i.250} 1.61) 218.029 1.615 i58.690 (139.0461 219.644 Restricted fund5 Premises + Staff Hydthera Day Trips Lending Library Holiday activity Fund (63 i23 1.560 1.488 {523) ( l.i60) {1.488) 4.120 (4 1201 TOTAL FUNDS 362.810 I 143,166) 219.644 P•g¢ ?7 conlinued.-.
Speci1 StArs Foundation Notes to the Financial Statements - eontillyed for tbe Year Ended 31 March 2025 13. MOVEMELYT IN FUNDS- continued Net moN'ement in fun(ts. included in the thive are as folloivs: Ino)min8 resource5 Resources expended Movement in funds Unrestricted futtds GenerJl fund Social and Craft5 Group Lending Library 133,929 {269.i40) {i.?iOI 1.615 (13i.4111 15:?501 1.61) 133.929 {27?.97i) 1139,0461 Restricted fuhds Theatre Premises + Staff Hydrotherapy Day Trips Lending Library Holiday activit>. Fund Winter Wamith Pannel Science Work5hop5 1.050 {1.050) 16i) 14861 (1 ?741 11.5601 14.2 121 17281 i.0) 1486) 751 (1.5601 (1,4881 ?.7?4 7?8 I.OIK) 6.253 10.i7J) 14.120) TOTAL FUNDS 140.182 128J.3481 14. 1661 Cornparitive5 for movemen¢ In funds Transf¢rs betiieen funds moemeni in funds At At 1.42i Unrestricted funds General fund SOCI and Cratts Group 362.9?8 (7J48) 12,140) 353.440 5.?50 368.178 (7.348) 12.140) 358.690 Restricted fuDds Makaton Theatre Premises + Staff Hydrotherapy Physiotherap>' Social and Crafts Group Da> Trips Sensory Equipmenl Lending Library Holiday aciivity Fund 2.i98 (2.J981 90.794 1.5i6 (114.276) 11.0501 (i) 23.)45 486 22.li8 (2? 158) 751 (1.060) 1.060 1228) 523 1,560 1.488 1.488 117.946 2.140 4.120 TOTAL FUNDS 486.124 1?3.J141 362.810 Page 28 continued...
Special Strs Foundation Note5 to the Finnci41 Statements - eontilllled for the Year Eudtd 31 Marth 2025 13. MOVEMEP4T IN FUNDS- continued Compara¢ive neE movemeni in fund5, included in the aiKbve are &$ follows: Incoming resources Resour¢es ekpended Movemeni in fund5 Unrestricted funds General fund 168,740 {176.088) 17.3481 Restrieted funds Makaion Theatre Premises + Staff Hydrotherapy Ph)'siotherapy Da). Trips Lending Library Holiday 3Ctivit)' Fund Event Space 12.398) I i.OIK)) 1114 ?78) 11.0501 12,i981 999 (114.?761 11.0501 l.i95 (1.62)) (?281 iOQ 1.488 6.448 3.298 14.9601 (3.2981 12.641 128.607) 115.966) TOTAL FUliDS 181.i81 1304.695) 11?j.3141 A Cu¢1 )ear l ? months and prior N'ear l? months combined posilion 15 as follows.. Transfers beti%'een funds movement in funds Ai 31.3.25 Al 1.4.23 nrestricted funds Genernl fijnd Social and Crafts Group Lending Library 362.928 i.250 1142,759) (5.2iO) 1.615 12.140) 218.029 1.61) J68.178 (146J941 (2,1401 219,644 Restrieted funds Makaton Theatre Premis¢s + Staff Hydro(herapv Phy5ioiherapJ" Social and Crafts Group Day Trips Sensory Equipment Lending Library 2.398 (2.398) li) (114.J391 (1,5361 90.794 23,545 22.158 (22.158) 7il (1.060) 1.060 1751) 1.060} 117.946 120 0861 TOTAL FUNDS 486.1?4 1266.480) Pa8e 29 continued...
Special Star5 FouDd4tion Notes to tht Financial Statements - eontinucd for Ihe Ytar Ended 31 Martb 2025 13. MOVEMENT IN FLsNDS- tontinued A Current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in fiJnd& included in ihe above arc as folloivs.. Incoming resources Resources expended Moiicmcnt in tunds Unre51rl¢t¢d funds General fund Social and Crdfts Group Lending Library" i02,669 1445,4781 {5 ?iOI .61) 1142.759) {i.2501 .615 302.669 (449.06)) {146:i941 Restricted funds Mak"aton Theatre Prcmis¢s + Staff Flydroiheiap) Ph)'siothcrapy Dav Trips Lending Library Holidav aeiiviiy Fund Winler Warmth Pannel Ei'ent Spacc Science Workshops 12.3981 12:OiOI (114.3411 11,i161 {2.3981 ?.049 (114u391 {1,5361 2,146 500 9.172 728 3.298 1.000 1? 897) (1.5601 (9.1721 (7281 (3.7981 i.o(yJ) (7511 (1,0601 18.894 1)8.980) 120.086} TOTAL FUNDS 321.563 i88.0431 266,4801 14. RELA TED PARTY DISCLOSL,RES There i¥'ere no relaied party transactions for the year ended i l March 2025. Page 30