The Zink Project CIO – Report 2021/22
Chair Report
I had the pleasure of joining Zink just after the new premises opened and witnessed staff and volunteers settling in. I have subsequently been delighted to observe staff and volunteers responding to their new environment in a cheerful and effective manner. I can add that everyone has made me feel very welcome.
I had chance to attend a few meetings chaired by Andy McNeil, thanks for doing a great job, before Andy moved to Scotland. In the short period that I have been Chair of Trustees it feels like I have been playing catch-up, so I am grateful to refer you to Paul Bohan’s report to learn in detail what Zink has achieved in the year.
As Barbara Wilson remarked at the 2021 AGM, Covid19 has presented many challenges but I am glad to report that as Covid19 continued its impact, Zink Staff, Trustees and Volunteers continued to do a remarkable job.
My observation is that Zink is a well-managed organisation with competent staff at all levels. Looking to the future, I can report that we are preparing plans for the development of Zink, during these challenging times, in order to continue to support people and families towards a better future and introduce new services which will result in an assured Zink well into the future.
Alan Thompson
The Zink Project – Chief Executive Report
2021/22 was a period of change for Zink. Our intention was to open a new community resource by the time Covid lockdowns ended. We had purchased a property in December 2020 and renovations started in April 2021 after achieving planning permission and conservation consent. During summer 2021, fundraising activity focused on the renovations and by the end of September we began to move in. Work continued until January 2022 but by November all services had moved into Zink HQ. Wellbeing activities were quickly started by a newly appointed wellbeing coordinator and the community café re-opened as the hub of the premises.
High Peak Foodbank: the foodbank is in the basement of Zink HQ. Deliveries are made through a hatch and the space is more aligned with the need to sort and store food in date order. Demand is six percent higher than pre-Covid levels with 1911 people supported, 438 of them children. A total of 26, 493 meals were provided. During the year sizes of food parcels were reduced from seven days supply to five days. This was because we were running short of some food types. In reality food parcels last a week because they are topped up with items we always have a lot of e.g. pasta or items with a short shelf life e.g. bread and vegetables. It is likely, therefore, that around 35,000 meals were provided.
Zink Employability: We ran three employment programmes during the year; BBO Towards Work for people with complex issues, RRISE for those affected by drugs or alcohol addictions and SPRING for those who need some short term support into work. SPRING was funded for the third and fourth round; feedback suggested that the commissioners took little time in deciding to award the ESF funding. In total 109 people were supported by Zink’s work coaches. Of these, 54 moved into work, 33 in education and there were other positive outcomes for 37 including starting social activities or volunteering. Some clients had two or more outcomes. The impact of Covid restricted the activities and interactions of work coaches which hampered efforts to recruit and support so they are to be commended on supporting 50% of their clients into work.
Zink Advice: Zink’s advice worker has supported over 350 people to resolve issues related to housing, finance or welfare. Acts 435 crowdfunding has been especially busy and usually oversubscribed as people struggled to cope with higher energy costs over winter 2021/22.
Community Eco-Café: The café reopened in January after having closed because of Covid restrictions. A two course meal is provided every Friday and snacks Tuesday to Thursday. Most food is surplus from Fareshare or local supermarkets.
Wellbeing: New wellbeing services underway are School of Rock, board games meet up (plus ‘Serious Scrabblers’), walking group, baking club and book exchange.
Ukrainian Support: Zink is working with local Ukrainian refugee support groups in preparation for the potential arrival of guests to the area. We are keeping lists of local volunteer translators and ESOL tutors and rather than acquiring items we think might be needed, we will adopt a ‘Just in Time’ approach.
Paul Bohan
Treasurer’s Report
The trustees have again been touched and inspired by the way local fund-raisers, groups and individuals have rallied to support the charity’s services, as well as by the way national and local charitable trusts have helped. We are also very grateful for the generous donations of food that the charity receives, from individuals, local organisations and companies.
The purchase and fitting out of our property on the Cattle market has enabled us to greatly increase our services to the community, and was paid for partly from reserves, and partly through grants and donations. We are very grateful to NSJ, the builders who converted our new premises, for the good work they did and for their donation of some items and installation, particularly the toilet for the disabled.
Kirsten Williams
Grants received by the charity:
| Grants received by the charity: | |
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| Building Better Opportunities | 80,821 |
| Rise | 20,000 |
| Foundation Derbyshire | 12,400 |
| 29th May 1961 charitable trust | 5,000 |
| Didymus | 5,000 |
| Western Power | 4,100 |
| Beatrice Laing Trust | 5,000 |
| Donations from groups and organisations: | |
| Argos Community fund | 340 |
| Bakewell Methodists | 1,683.88 |
| Bakewell PCC | 150 |
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| Bradwell PCC | 238.20 |
| Buxton parish team | 260.20 |
| Buxton Methodist | 200 |
| Burbage primary and Christ Church | 341.16 |
| Dove Hole Methodists | 10 |
| Earl Sterndale Methodists | 25 |
| Inner Wheel of Buxton | 75 |
| Ladies Probus | 50 |
| NSJ Builders | 3,276.84 |
| Parish of Chinley with Buxworth | 500 |
| Rotary Club | 250 |
| Waitrose | 600 |
There were a large number of donations from individuals, directly and through internet giving. Some are anonymous, and some are without contact details, so the charity does not list individuals, but assures them all of the deep appreciation of the trustees and staff, as their invaluable support helps make our services possible.
We acted as an agent for the government’s Kickstart scheme, which enabled both ourselves and local companies to give unemployed young people some valuable work experience.
We also act as an advocate for ACTS 435. This is a charity which enables donors to give specific help to people in need. Our advocate posts requests, and once the money is raised, the specific item or bill is paid for via Zink.
Independent Examiner’s report to the Directors of The Zink Project CIO
I report on the accounts of the Association for the year ended 31 March 2022, which are set out on pages 2 to 5 of the annual accounts.
Respective Responsibilities of Directors and Examiner
The Directors are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Directors consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an Independent Examination is needed. The company’s gross income has not exceeded £250,000. I am qualified to undertake the examination by being a qualified member of ICAEW.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
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Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act
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To following the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act
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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 Charity Commission. An examination includes a 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 in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as directors 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 statement below.
Independent Examiner’s Statement
In connection with my examination, no matter have come to my attention:
(1) Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
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To keep accounting records in accordance with section 386 of the Companies Act 2006
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To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities
Have not been met; or
(2) To which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Name:
Robert Layton
Relevant Professional qualification or body: ICAEW
Address: Laytons Chartered Accountants, 6 Manchester Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9SB
Date: 17-11-2022
THE ZINK PROJECT CIO Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 31 March 2022
| Notes Incoming resources Voluntary income: Donations and Grants 1 Investment income: Bank interest Other incoming resources Income from services Total incoming resources Resources expended Direct costs Charitable Activities 2 Building Costs 3 Other Expenses 4 Total resources expended Net incoming/(outgoing) resources For year Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds Funds Funds 2022 2022 2022 2021 £ £ £ £ 181,552 275,997 457,549 446,258 31 31 111 756 756 2,478 182,339 275,997 458,336 448,846 0 0 0 43,128 186,627 229,755 191,817 219,061 219,061 3,637 2,110 930 3,040 2,340 264,299 187,557 451,856 197,794 -81,960 88,440 6,480 251,052 236,780 232,584 469,364 218,311 154,821 321,024 475,844 469,364 |
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THE ZINK PROJECT CIO Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 31 March 2022
| Notes FIXED ASSETS 5 Freehold property CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank and in hand 6 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year Net Current Assets TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES INCOME FUNDS Surplus for the Year Funds bought forward These financial statements were approved by behalf by: |
£ £ 145,000 334,355 334,355 3,511 475,844 475,844 6,480 469,364 475,844 the trustees on 31.3.22 145,000 |
£ £ 145,000 328,162 328,162 3,799 469,364 469,364 251,052 218,311 469,364 and signed on their 31.3.21 145,000 |
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THE ZINK PROJECT CIO
Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2022
1. DONATIONS AND GRANTS
| Donations and gifts Grants Kickstarter 2. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES Insurance Rent Travelling Telephone & Internet Administration Repairs & renewals Consultancy Pension costs Recruitment Training Wages Subscriptions Petty Cash Sundry Costs Postage & Stationary BBO Computer equipment G52 3. BUILDING COSTS Heat and Light Survey costs Solicitor fees Rennovation costs |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total 2022 2022 2022 2021 £ £ £ £ 169,290 0 169,290 217,905 0 275,997 275,997 228,353 0 12,262 12,262 0 169,290 275,997 445,287 446,258 Total Total 2022 2021 £ £ 2,137 2,104 3,782 8,963 2,823 1,066 3,668 1,137 4,096 2,242 5,934 450 6,753 11,685 15,642 15,608 542 1,440 797 70 169,647 143,354 96 280 1,725 492 3,173 676 432 36 758 1,701 0 514 7,750 0 229,755 191,817 Total Total 2022 2021 £ £ 4,815 1,515 0 950 0 1,172 214,246 0 219,061 3,637 |
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THE ZINK PROJECT CIO
Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2022
4. OTHER EXPENSES
| Accountancy Bank Charges 5. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Cost At 1st April 2021 Additons At 31st March 2022 Depreciation At 1st April 2021 Charge for the year At 31st March 2022 NET BOOK VALUE At 31st March 2022 At 31st March 2021 |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total 2022 2022 2022 2021 £ £ £ £ 1,811 930 2,741 2,251 299 299 89 2,110 930 3,040 2,340 Freehold property Total £ £ 145,000 145,000 - - 145,000 145,000 - - - - 0 0 145,000 145,000 145,000 145,000 |
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The amount included in Freehold property relates to the purchase of Zink HQ, Market Street Car Park, Buxton. The amount shown is it's historical cost in December 2020.
6. CASH AT BANK AND IN HAND
| Total current accounts Total deposit accounts ACTS* Derbyshire Community Bank Cash |
Total Total 2022 2021 £ £ 38,354 26,201 292,157 300,416 2,819 520 955 955 70 70 334,355 328,162 |
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- During the year, the company administered money for ACTS which is an autonomous charitable fund for the benefit of local individuals.
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Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2022
THE ZINK PROJECT CIO
7. EMPLOYEES AND DIRECTORS
The average monthly number of employees during the year was 14 (2021 - 14)
8. TRUSTEES
Trustee Stuart Corbett provided IT Support to the value of £1,461. No other trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration during the year.
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