2023-03-31-accounts

Umbrellac mru www.umbrellacymru.co.uk | 0300 3023670 @umbrellacymru | [e-mail] Rhif Elusen Gofrestr￿lg | Registered Charity Number | ]160￿)9 Umbrella Cymru Annual Report 2022-23 UNITY 'Iiirr,

Objectives and Activities

Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document.

The object of the CIO is:

• (1) To advance equality of opportunity for, foster good relations between, and eliminate discrimination experienced by, people who identify as/with a ‘minority characteristic’ in relation to the protected characteristics of “sexual orientation” and “gender reassignment” as described in the Equality Act (2010) by, in particular but not limited to:

• (a) providing information, training and other support services as the trustees see fit, to anyone (either in a personal or professional capacity) who lives, works, or has connections within Wales.

• (b) advancing public education and awareness of sexual orientation and gender identity equality.

• (c) developing the capacity and skills of ‘the community’ insofar as their socially disadvantaged status, in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet, their needs and to participate more fully in society.

• (d) performing or promoting other activities as the trustees see fit in pursuance of the CIO’s purpose.

Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts.

Umbrella Cymru continued to provide a range of support services in relation to gender and sexual identity, diversity, equality and inclusion.

The main activities of the organisation include the provision of support such as information and signposting, advocacy, practical and emotional support, listening and befriending and other services tailored to those requiring such support.

In addition to direct support provided to ‘clients’, support is also provided to ‘professionals’ through awareness raising and training input sessions. These

services support skills and knowledge development within a wider context, therefore indirectly supporting ‘clients’ simultaneously.

Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit.

Trustees and staff are aware of the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit. The purpose and objectives of the organisation satisfy both elements of ‘public benefit’ and activities and decisions are undertaken in line with guidance.

Trustees continually pay due regard to the guidance and its principles when considering any decisions that might have the potential to affect the impact on beneficiaries.

Achievements and Performance

Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole.

Support is provided to people referred to the service or to those who have requested support directly. The service provides tailored support to individuals and families across Wales.

Financial Review

Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period.

The accounts have been reviewed. The financial position is good at the end of the period.

Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held.

Reserves will be held to ensure the continued running of the service. This will allow for any increase in DRCs and provide a ‘development pot’ for unfunded expenses such as IT equipment that will improve the services offered.

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Amount of reserves held.
£95,623
Reasons for holding zero reserves.
NA
Details of fund materially in deficit.
NA
Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern.
None.
Structure, Governance and Management
Description of charity’s trusts:
The charity received restricted grant funding during this period to deliver support
services to young people and adults.
Type of governing document
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Constitution of CIO. Last amended 19 02 2018.
How is the charity constituted?
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Charitable Incorporated Organisation

Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees.

Trustees are selected in accordance with the constitution:

Appointment of charity trustees

(1) Apart from the first charity trustees, every appointed trustee must be appointed for a term of three years by a resolution passed at a properly convened meeting of the charity trustees.

(2) In selecting individuals for appointment as appointed charity trustees, the charity trustees must have regard to the skills, knowledge and experience needed for the effective administration of the CIO.

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name

Umbrella Cymru

Other name the charity uses

NA

Registered charity number 1160909 Charity’s principal address

Suite 15, Innovation and Technology Centre, Tredomen Business Park, Hengoed, Caerphilly, CF82 7FN.

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

1 Nicholas Lewis 2 Johanna Robinson 3 Heather Powell 4 Richard Miles-Thorne

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets held in this capacity

NA

Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects

NA

Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets

NA

Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees: Signature(s) Full Name(s) Nick Lewis Position Trustee Date 30-01-2024

CHARITY COMMISSION RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
PERIOD END 31.03.23
					Unrestricted			Restricted Funds		Total
					Funds
RECEIPTS
Trainingincome
Merchandise sales					761					761
Sponsorships and donations					3,164					3,164
Grant Funding								71,181		71,181
Student Placements					1,400					1,400
Grand FundingUnrestricted					500					500
Contracts					86,297					86,297
Cardiff and Vale					7,500					7,500
					99,622			71,181		170,802
PAYMENTS
Wages & salaries					92,792			60,995		153,787
Pension Costs(Employers)					2,086			1,242		3,328
Recruitment/Other Staff Costs costs								1,877		1,877
Training										0
Merchandise					476					476
Commissioned services										0
Advertisingand marketing										0
Computer and software costs					5,065			5,014		10,079
Travel and subsistence					504			340		843
Travel discrepency (July2019)					-731					-731
Premises expenses					4,157			217		4,373
Conferences and events					1,474					1,474
Insurances					331			624		955
Printing,Postage and Stationery					199			702		900
Subscriptions and memberships					143			23		166
Telephone and internet					1,683			2,453		4,136
Accountancyandpayroll Fees					1,796			2,032		3,828
Bank Charges					30			15		45
General expenses					260			16		276
					110,265			75,548		185,813
ASSET & INVESTMENT
Computer and office equipment					8,828			529		9,358
					8,828			529		9,358
NET OF RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)					-19,471			-4,897		-24,368
TRANSFERS BETWEEN FUNDS					12,064			-12,064		0
CASH FUNDS LAST YEAR					111,409			-22,064		89,345
CASH FUNDS THIS YEAR END					104,002			-39,025		64,977
STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES					31.03.22
CASH FUNDS					Unrestricted			Restricted		Bal sheet
PettyCash					266					266
Barclays Current Account					1,977					1,977
Barclays Bank TWO Account					60,909					60,909
Paypal Account					1,824					1,824
					64,977			0		64,977
OTHER MONETARY ASSETS
GRANT DEBTOR YVSG					37,483
					37,483			0
ASSETS
Computer and office equipment B/fwd					14,448			5,781
Computer and office equipment					8,828			1,589
					23,276			7,370		30,646
LIABILITIES

95,623

Beverley & Williams ACCOUNTANTS LTD TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone] [e-mail] St Davids House Feeder Row Cwmcarn Newport NP117ED Ind•pendent examlner's report to tho tru6tegs of Umbrella Cymru I report to the trustees on my examination of the accourrts of Umbrella Cymru (the Trust) for the year ended 31 March 2023 Rosponslbllltles and basls of r0POrt As the charty Iruslees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ltthe AcY}. report in ￿Spect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under se¢tion 14515llb) of the Act. Independent examlnorfs $tatgmgnt I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause lo believe that in any material respect.. 1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or 2. the ac¢ounts do nol a¢￿d with those records. I have no concerns and have come across Th) other matters in connection with the examination to which allenlion should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed.. Name.. Miss Laura Dyrbus Member of The Association of Accounting Techniclans Address." Beverley & Wlliams A¢¢ounlanls Ltd, Unil A. St David's House, Feeder Row. Cwmcarn, Newport. NP117ED Date= 17 August 2023 Company Registered Number: 4777182 Director Mrs S. Williams