Trustees’ Annual Report and Receipts & Payments Accounts
For the period 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025
A. Reference and Administrative Details
Charity Name:
GFY SHELTERS
Charity Registration Number: 1163993
Principal Office:
44 Barnes Close
LEICESTER
LE4 7WD
Trustees who served during the period:
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Chloe Fincham
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Brandon gill Jackson Coppen
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Olga dagmara Rozanska
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Bailey Sophia Quinn
Bankers:
N/A
B. Structure, Governance and Management
Governing Document
The charity is governed by a Constitution adopted on 01/01/2024.
Legal Status
The charity is a registered charity in England and Wales.
Trustee Recruitment and Appointment
Trustees are appointed at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). New trustees are inducted and provided with guidance on their legal responsibilities.
Organisational Structure
The charity is managed by the trustees, who meet quarterly. Day-to-day activities are carried out by volunteers. The charity has no paid employees.
Risk Management
The trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed and have implemented appropriate procedures to mitigate these risks, including financial controls and safeguarding measures.
C. Objectives and Activities
Charitable Objectives
The charity’s objective is to relieve poverty among individuals experiencing homelessness in the United Kingdom.
Activities for Public Benefit
In furtherance of these objectives, the charity undertakes the following activities:
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Distribution of food, clothing, and essential supplies
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Provision of hygiene kits and sleeping materials
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Outreach support and signposting to local services
The trustees confirm that they have complied with their duty under section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit.
D. Achievements and Performance
During the financial year, the charity:
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Supported approximately 120 individuals experiencing homelessness
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Distributed over 500 meals and 200 essential care packages
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Strengthened links with local community organisations to improve outreach
These activities have contributed to improving the wellbeing and dignity of vulnerable individuals.
E. Financial Review
Financial Position
Total receipts for the year amounted to £15,600 . Total payments were £13,200 , resulting in a net surplus of £2,400 .
Principal Sources of Funds
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Public donations
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Community fundraising events
Reserves Policy
The charity aims to maintain unrestricted reserves sufficient to cover approximately three months of expenditure. At the year end, reserves stood at £2,400.
Financial Controls
The trustees have implemented appropriate financial controls, including dual authorisation of payments and regular review of bank statements.
F. Plans for Future Periods
The charity intends to:
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Expand outreach activities to reach more individuals
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Develop partnerships with local authorities and shelters
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Increase fundraising efforts to ensure long-term sustainability
G. Trustees’ Responsibilities Statement
The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees’ Annual Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards.
The trustees are satisfied that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future and therefore continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the accounts.
Receipts and Payments Accounts
H. Statement of Receipts and Payments
(For the year ended 31 March 2025)
Unrestricted Funds
Receipts:
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Donations: £12,000
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Fundraising events: £3,600
Total Receipts: £15,600
Payments:
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Food and essential supplies: £8,500
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Clothing and hygiene items: £2,500
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Outreach and transport: £1,200
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Administration: £1,000
Total Payments: £13,200
Net Receipts for the Year: £2,400
I. Statement of Assets and Liabilities
(As at 31 March 2025)
Cash Funds:
- Cash at bank: £2,400
Total Cash Funds: £2,400
Other Monetary Assets:
None
Liabilities:
- None
Net Assets: £2,400
J. Notes to the Accounts
- Basis of Accounting
These accounts have been prepared on a receipts and payments basis in accordance with the Charities Act 2011.
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Fund Accounting
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All funds are unrestricted.
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Trustee Remuneration and Expenses
No trustees received remuneration or reimbursement of expenses during the year.
4. Related Party Transactions
There were no related party transactions.
K. Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the Trustees’ Annual Report and accounts. Signed on behalf of the charity:
Brandon gill Jackson Coppen (Trustee)
Date: 03/04/2026