Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 1 Sept 2023 Period start date To 31 Aug 2024 Period end date
Charity name: Makants Greyhound Rescue NW
Charity registration number: 1161079
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | For the beneft to the public to relieve the sufering of abandoned and ex-racing greyhounds and to promote humane behaviour towards the greyhounds by providing appropriate care, protecton, treatment and security for the dogs in need of atenton by reason of retrement, abandonment, mistreatment or ill usage.To re-home the greyhounds in line with Makants’ strict re-homing policy.To educate the public regarding responsible dog ownership and to ofer comprehensive help to all adopters of ex racing greyhounds |
| 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. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
In order to maintain the day to day care for its rescued ex-racing greyhounds, Makants’ charitable trustees supported by a team of exceptonally dedicated volunteers raise funds by way of store collectons, car boot sales, auctons, rafes and other actvites, such as summer and Christmas fairs and local dogs shows. In additon, a raf of other tasks are undertaken by the trustees and volunteers such as administraton, social media communicatons/updates, re-homing checks, transportng dogs for veterinary care and atendance at fund raising events. Raising awareness of the plight of racing greyhounds and educatng the public about responsible dog ownership with an ofer of comprehensive help to all adopters is an integral part of Makants’ work and this is woven into all its actvites. By way of example, volunteers are welcomed each day to assist with the daily walk which ensures each kennelled dog receives appropriate exercise, can be assessed in a group situaton and allows individuals to ‘get to know’ the breed and the work undertaken byMakants;this support is |
invaluable on many levels. Experience to date has shown that in many instances, the rescue of an ex-racing greyhound is an acute situation whereby third parties will make the dog available to Makants at short notice with no financial donation. Dogs that are taken in are often in need of basic care and veterinary treatment, with some inevitably having more complex medical needs such as epilepsy, impacted vertebrae, gum disease, chronic fracture injuries or amputated toes giving rise to joint/mobility issues and tail injuries; all of which Makants has experienced and dealt with. Makants implements a strategy of spaying and neutering all greyhounds within two weeks of rescue unless the dog is prior neutered, in season or the veterinary surgeon advises otherwise, in which case spaying or neutering will be undertaken when advised by the veterinary surgeon irrespective of whether the dog is kennelled, fostered or adopted. A positive focus is placed on assessing and rehabilitating each and every dog received so they may be successfully rehomed and enjoy a normal life – a healthy dog is never euthanized and this is Makants’ promise to each and every dog that it receives. Each dog’s adoption is conditional and subject to the new owner entering into a written adoption agreement with Makants, whereby the new owner agrees: to guarantee the health and wellbeing of the dog. to maintain yearly vaccination boosters. not to allow the dog to stray unsupervised. to ensure the dog wears a collar at all times with owners details and the disc Makants provides. not to pass the dog to any third party without Makants’ written consent. to abide by Makants’ spaying & neutering policy. to allow a representative from Makants to visit to ensure the dog’s welfare and care is appropriate. any breach of the contract allows Makants to reclaim the dog. Each adoption is subject to the satisfactory completion of a vetting process to ensure the prospective home offered by a new owner meets the needs of the dog. Makants’ charitable trustees are aware of the statutory declaration and guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. Statement confirming Para 1.18 whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit
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SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance
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| 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. |
Para 1.20 | Makants has been able to maintain a highly motvated team of volunteers who have ensured that the care of its rescued ex-racing greyhounds has been of prime importance and a consistent achievement during the past year. During its fnancial year 2023/24, Makants has:rescued and rehomed 60 ex-racing greyhounds in line with its strict re-homing policy and been able to ofer comprehensive help to all adopters. It is to the credit of all those who volunteer their support that Makants’ was able to achieve this rehoming rate .This demonstrates (despite the Cost of living crisis) a consistent, positve annual rehoming rate from 2022/23 76(rescued and rehomed ex racing greyhounds) 2021/22 (74 rescued and rehomed ex-racing greyhounds), 2019/20 (73 rescued and rehomed ex-racing greyhounds), 2018/19 (83 rescued and rehomed ex-racing greyhounds), 2017/18 (91 rescued and rehomed ex-racing greyhounds which included by excepton the rescue, vaccinaton etc and successfully rehoming of a brooding bitch and all of her liter of 9 greyhound puppies (4 weeks old)), 2016/17 (72 rescued and rehomed ex- racing greyhounds) and 2015/16 (57 rescued and rehomed ex-racing greyhounds) which refects the dedicated commitment supportng this charity.made contnuous necessary |
maintenance improvements to its existing kennel facilities. This included the upgrading of all kennels , the inclusion of an enrichment room to enhance our rehoming process , ensuring our rescue greyhounds have the best possibility of being rehomed , the carpark facility was upgraded and the new drainage system was completed in order to comply with kennel regulations promoted humane behaviour towards the greyhounds by providing appropriate care, protection, treatment and security for the dogs in need of attention by reason of retirement, abandonment, mistreatment or ill usage. been able to educate the public regarding responsible and safe dog ownership, not least by its attendance at many public events where information has been made available and members of the public have been able to seek guidance and advice and necessary equipment such as leads, harnesses, coats and muzzles (if required) but also online.
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Achievements against objectives set |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
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| Investment performance against objectives |
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| Other |
Financial Review
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | Makants, as a growing voluntary charity working directly to improve the welfare of ex- racing greyhounds, aims to achieve its objectve to at least maintain and, if possible, increase its cash reserve of £203,208 to ensure:it can maintain an appropriate contngency fund (equivalent to 12 months’ operatng costs) is maintained to support, sustain, improve and assure contnuity of future operatons.it can fund any exceptonal and urgent welfare rescues which may require exceptonal and costly funding for veterinary treatment and feeding care.it can contnue to accept more complex rescues where the ex- racing greyhound may require extended rehabilitaton and kennelling rather than selectng only those greyhounds that may be more easily rehomed.it can accumulate (in a high interest deposit account) a cash deposit towards its long-term strategic aim to purchase of a suitable property for Makants’ kennels to bepermanentlylocated at. |
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| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
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| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
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| Details of fund materially in deficit |
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| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
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The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
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| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 |
Other
Structure, Governance and Management
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
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| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
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| 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 |
Para 1.25 |
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Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
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| Relationship with any related parties |
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Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Makants Greyhound Rescue NW |
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| Other name the charity uses | n/a |
| Registered charity number | 1161079 |
| Charity’s principal address | Makants Farm Mort Lane Tyldesley M29 8PF |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Siobhan Hoppley | Founder & Chair | Siobhan Hoppley | ||
| Susan Sewell | RehomingTrustee | |||
| Joanne Maxwell | Admin/Media Trustee |
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| Fiona Hughes | FundraisingTrustee | |||
| Wendy Draper | Fundraising Trustee & Secretary |
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– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held in this capacity
Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects
Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of Name Address adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
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Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Wendy Draper Full name(s) Wendy Draper Position (eg Secretary, Secretary Chair, etc)
Date
06.06.25
Charity Name No (if any) Makants Greyhound Rescue NW Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period Period start date Period end date To from 9/1/2023 8/31/2024
Section A Receipts and payments
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| A1 Receipts Donations 50,874 FundraisingEvents 73,902 Bank Interest Received 6,743 - - - - - 131,519 - - Sub total - Total receipts 131,519 A3 Payments DogFood and Care 3,440 Vet Fee 18,103 Insurance 2,303 Kennel Services 47,139 BuildingRunningCosts 9,451 Transport Costs 1,159 Cost of fund RaisingEvents 3,057 Cost of Sale of Goods 11,333 - Grants and Donations Paid Bank Interest and Charges 139 BuildingMaintence - Miscellaneous 726 - Sub total 96,850 - - Sub total - Total payments 96,850 Net of receipts/(payments) 34,669 A5 Transfers between funds - A6 Cash funds last year end 227,275 Cash funds this year end 261,944 Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ Sub total(Gross income for AR) A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). Printing , Post , Stationery & Computer Supplies A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) |
to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Restricted funds |
to the nearest £ Endowment funds |
Total funds to the nearest £ 50,874 73,902 6,743 - - - - - 131,519 - - - 131,519 3,440 18,103 2,303 47,139 9,451 1,159 3,057 11,333 - - 139 - 726 - 96,850 - - - 96,850 34,669 - 227,275 261,944 |
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50,874 | 59,452 | ||
| 73,902 | 51,575 | |||
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3,440 | 1,278 | ||
| 18,103 | 21,318 | |||
| 2,303 | 2,063 | |||
| 47,139 | 37,541 | |||
| 9,451 | 7,705 | |||
| 1,159 | 809 | |||
| 3,057 | 3,692 | |||
| 11,333 | 11,214 | |||
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| 139 | 235 | |||
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| 726 | 1,254 | |||
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| 96,850 | 104,261 | |||
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34,669 | 9,585 | |
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| 227,275 | 217,690 | |||
| - | 261,944 | 227,275 |
Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| Categories B1 Cash funds B2 Other monetary assets B3 Investment assets B5 Liabilities B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees |
Details Bank Accounts and Paypal Details Details Details Details Signature Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) |
to nearest £ to nearest £ 261,944 - - - - - 261,944 - OK OK to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Cost (optional) - - - - - Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Print Name Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Fund to which asset belongs Fund to which asset belongs Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) |
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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trustees Charity Name Makants Greyhound Rescue NW On accounts for the year ended 31 August 2024 Charity no (if any) 1161079 Set out on pages Receipts and Payments pages 1 &2 I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity ("the Trust") for the year ended 3110812024. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ("the Act"). I report in respect 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 section 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent examiner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect: the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act. or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records. or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not 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 understanding of the accounts to be reached. Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply. Signed: Date: 30 Name: Justine Garner Relevant professional qualification(s) or body (if any): Chartered Accountant IER Oct 2018
C/0 Makants Greyhound Rescue Makants Farm , Mort Lane Tyldesley , M29 8PF Address: Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners). Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose. IER Oct 2018
IER Oct 2018