Charity Registration No. 1164904 THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Trustees Mr A Phillips (Chairl Mrs E Hawkhead Mrs H Holmes Mrs K Phillips Mr CJ Burton Mr C Hawkhead Mr ND Swallow Charity number 1164904 Independent Examiner Suzanne Clarke FCCA Public Address The Give A Duck Foundation Unit C2 Telford Way Wakefield 41 Industrial Eslale WAKEFIELD WF2 OXW
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION CONTENTS Page Trustees, Annual Report Statement of Trustees, responsibilities Independent examiner's report Statement of financial activities Balance sheet Notes to the financial statements 8-11
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION TRUSTEES'ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 The Trustees present their report and financial statements for the period ended 30 November 2024. The financial stslements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in the notes to the financial statements and comply with the charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011 and Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practi applicable to charities preparing their accounts In accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland effective from January 2019. Structure governance and management The Give A Duck Foundation was constituted under a trust deed date 17 December 2015. It is a registered charity, number 1164904. The Trustees who served during the period were.. Mr A Phillips (Chairl Mrs E Hawkhead Mrs H Holmes Mrs K Phillips Mr CJ Burton Mr C Hawkhead Mr ND Swallow Objectives and activities The Give A Duck Foundation's objects are to relieve the needs and assist in the rehabililalion of children with cancer in the UK by the provision of proven effective tools for education and play to help support them through their treatment and lo help alleviate anxiety Risk Management The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which The Give A Duck Foundation is exposed and are satisfied that systems are In plaTr to mitigate exposure lo the major risks. Achievements and performance The Iruslees are satisfied with the financial results of the charity for the period. Financial review The reserves show a total of £152,557 at 30 November 2024. The Trustees consider that reserves at this level will ensure that, in the event of a significant drop in funding, they will be able lo continue The Give A Duck Foundab'on's current activities while consideration is given to ways in which additional funds may be raised.
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION TRUSTEES. REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 Independent Examiner A resolution proposing that Suzanne Clarke FCCA be reappointed as Independent Examiner of the company will be pul to the members. On behalf of the board of Trustees Andreb'i Phillip5 (Jun 30, 2025 12..45 GMT+il Mr A Phillips Chair Dated.. 25 June 2025 21Page
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES. RESPONSIBILITIES The Trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees. Report and the financial statements which give a true and fair view of the affairs of the charity and of ils financial activities for that period. In preparing those financial stalemenls, the Trustees are required lo.. select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently., make judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent., slate whether the policies followed are in accordance with applicable accounting standards, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial stslements,. prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation. The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fmud and other irregularib'es. 31Page
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S. REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION I report on the financial statements of the company for the period ended 30 November 2024, which are sel out on pages 6 10 11. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The charity trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements. The Iruslees consider that an audit is not required for this period under section 144121 of the Charities Act 2011 Ilhe 2011 Acll and that an independent examination Is needed. Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject lo audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, il is my responsibility lo.. examine the financial statements under section 145 of the 2011 Act., lo follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the 2011 Act., and slate whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examinerfs 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 fi'nancial statements presented with those records. 11 also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the financial slalements, and seeking explanations from you as trustees GonrnIng 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 lo whether the financial statements present a'lrue and fair view, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. 41Page
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S. REPORT (CONTINUED) TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION Independent examiner's statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention.. 111 which gives me reasonable cause lo believe that in any material respect the requirements.. to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act", and lo prepare financial statements which accord with the accounb'ng records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act," have not been met., or 121 to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached. Clakke Suzanne Clarke FCCA 77 Kilpin Hill Lane Dewsbury Wesl Yorkshire WF13 4BS Date.. 25 June 2025 51Page
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION CHARITY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Notes Incomin Donations and legacies Charitsble activities Other trading activities resources 45,242 85,037 6,167 31,024 76,266 85,037 6,167 56,413 72,993 9,333 Total incoming resources 136,446 31,024 167,470 138,739 Resources ex ended Charitsble activities Raising funds Support costs 58,879 30,908 13,818 58,879 58,312 13,818 50,409 48,850 9,278 27,404 Total resources expended 103,605 27,404 131,009 108,537 Net income for the periodl Net movement in fLJnds 32,841 3,620 36,461 30,202 Total funds brought forward 98,921 17,175 116,096 85,894 Total funds carried foThvard 131,762 20,795 152,557 116,096 All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities All gains and losses recognised in the period are included above. 61Page
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION BALANCE SHEET AS A T 30 NOVEMBER 2024 2024 2023 Note Fixed assets 3,551 4,234 Current assets Cash al bank and in hand Stock 144,057 6,228 150,285 102,968 8,894 111,862 Creditors.. amounts falling Due within one year 1,279 Net current assets 149,006 111,862 Total assets less curront liabilities 152,557 116,096 Income funds Restricted funds Unrestricted funds 20,795 131,762 17,175 98 921 Total funds 10 152.557 116.096 The financial statements were approved by the Trustees and authorised for issue on 25 June 2025 and are signed on their behalf by". Mr A Phillips (Chairl 71Page
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 Accounting policies 1.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised al cost or transaction value unless otherwise slated in the relevant notes lo these financial stalemenls. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice.. Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts In accordan with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 effective from January 2019 and the Charities Act 2011. The Trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as a going concern 1.2 Adoption of Charities SORP IFRS 1021 The charity has adopted the SORP IFRS 1021 in the financial statements for the period ended 30 November 2024. 1.3 Incoming resources All income is recognised once the Charity has entillemenl to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably. Donations are recognised once received. In the event that a donation is subject to conditions that require a level of perfomiance before the Charity is enlilled to the funds, the income is deferred and not recognised until either those conditions are fully mel, or the fulfilment of those conditions is wholly within the control of the Charity and il is probable that those conditions will be fulfilled in the reporting period. Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured reliably by the Charity., this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the bank 1.4 Resources expended Expenditure is recognised as soon as there is a legal or conslruclive obligation commilling the Charity lo that expenditure, il is probable that selllemenl will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis. All expenses including support costs and governance costs are allocated or apportioned to the applicable expenditure headings. The Charity pays defined contributions into a pension scheme for employees. These amounts are charged to the Stslement of Financial Activities as they become payable and are included in wages costs. 1.5 Fund accounting Unrestricted funds - general funds are available for the use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity Restricted funds - restricted funds arise where there is a donor imposed restriction for the use of the funds or where their use is respected to a specific purpose 1.6 Taxation The charity is exempt within the meaning of schedule 3 of the Charities Act 2011 and is considered lo pass the lesls set out in Paragraph 1 Schedule 6 Finance Act 2010 and therefore is meets the definition of a charity for UK corporation tax purposes. 81Page
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ICONTINUED) FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 Income from donations and legacies Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Donations and legacies 45,242 31,024 76,266 56413 Incoming from charitablo activities Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Fund raising Just Giving 58,573 26,464 85,037 58,573 26,464 85,037 56,069 16,924 72,993 Incoming from other trading activities Unrestrlcted Restrlcted funds funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Duck sales 6,167 6,167 9,333 Expgnditure on charitable activitiOS Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Websiteladvertising Miscellaneous items Wages 7,276 490 51,113 7,276 490 51,113 585 758 49,066 58,879 58,879 50,409 gIPage
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ICONTINUED) FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 Expenditure on raising funds Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Purchases Opening stock Closing stock Carriage costs Fund raising expenses 3,888 8,894 16,2281 1,013 23,341 30,908 27,404 31,292 8,894 {6.2281 1,013 23,341 58,312 27,064 4,703 18,8941 4,479 21,498 48,850 27,404 Support costs Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Software costs stationery & printing Legal & professional Sundry Depreciation 4,170 52 2,700 5,751 1,145 13,818 4,170 52 2,700 5,751 1,145 13,818 4,148 44 4,031 1,055 9,278 Fixed assets 2024 2023 Cost brought forward Additions Cost carried forward 6,677 462 7,139 2,401 4,276 6,677 Depreciation brought forward Depreciation charge Depreciation carried forward 2,443 1,145 3,588 1,388 1,055 2,443 NBV brought forward NBV carried forward 4,234 3,551 1,013 4,234 Stock 2024 2023 Ducks and merchandise 6,228 8,894 10IPage
THE GIVE A DUCK FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 10 Analysis of net assets between fund$ Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Fund balances at 30 November 2024 are represented by net assets 131762 131,782 152,557 116 096 152,557 116,096 20,795