As a registered charity we work to ensure that our activities and services are in line with the Charitable alms stated In our constitutlon. We are also interested In the Soclal Impact of our work (what difference we make locally either directly or in partnership). The examples and quotes below give you a flavour of our day to day actlvitlas and partnershlps. Aim 1.. To develop the capacity and skills of the members of the socially and economically disadvantaged community of the area of benefit in such a way that they are better able to identify and help meet their needs and participate more fully in society. Aim 2.. To establish. or secure the establishment of. a Community Centre and to maintain and manage the same (whether alone or in co-operation with any statutory authority or other person or body) in furtherance of the objects., Aim 3.. To promote such other charitable purposes within the area of benefit as the trustees may from time to time determine. Social Impact 1: Improved health and well-being for people in Whitley and adjacent areas. Social Impact 2: Greater social cohesion, inclusion, connectivity and community participation. Social Impact 3: Improved employment, skills. confidence and connectivity for those who are underemployed, and digitslly excluded.
"The surplus really helps families, we are able to give our children a choice of what to eat when they come home from school. Saving a bit of money on food also means we can pay other bills"_ mum of 3 WHITLEY COMMUNITY DEVEU)PMENry ASSOCIATION lomniTy Insignii Me•rt of Whiiiey on SuppDrling Tht eiting He•it of Whillty 109tihef". WhiiieyCDA Niels YtyJr Help SURPLUS FOOD We have featured on radlo and TV MON- FRI 10AM-IPM and ihink Youl Foi spon14rrd w•lk wlY 1%2.21dl Iiiiiifi'iiiihiHF.KtANrJAVF. r* Benneit of VICDA (.'HAKfiv IlUMYbJt11(N¥XIS I(hel scherne We had 5221 customers feeding a total of 14,514
Support actlvltles provlded by our partners. Communicare. CAR. WeLfare Rights. REDA and Affinity saw a totaL of l ?k.' Wp•d b • 4v•y Iiqi 582 residents surpported FREE HI.,4LTH CIIECKS Book walk In Thinking obout running your own business? FREE drLy kn s•sskn ow to ¢1. Pk• ne*1 lo book no queslion too 511ty, Iu510 practicol chot 10 W you rrnkè informed (knisbons (jt 144 Health Tliur5days In Whltley, Readlng October- Febrnary 2026 Find out tirnes and venues at visit-readin&com15tart-your-own-busine55 checks were carried out SpoktThlr•rrtlkni
Volunteer Impact In number Driving 2,200 hours Surplus 1.760 hours WHITLEY OMMUNITY 14T ASSOOATrON DEVEL¢rtI Kltchen 352 hours
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Trustees 352 hours For 24-25 min wage rates That equates to: SCLccf VAN LCA5ING £54,554 for the year "I volunteer as a drlver for the food surplus. It glves me the opportunlty to get out and meet peopLe and help others. Slnce I was wldowed It's glven me a sense of purpose and the Communlty Centre feels Ilke my second famlLy." Gordon Our van Is not only an essentlal part ot the team but also a great way of keep5ng our profile high whlle It's out and about. A partnershlp approach helps us provSde a seamless Support network for local ro8id8nts in the 'Boating Hoart of Whitloy,.
"Fair Talk mediation couldn't do the work we do with a local school and communities without the support of WCDA which is a real community centre run by the community for the community. Not only do our links with WCDA offer us a neutral and safe space where we can meet parents and families, but our relationship with them means they can identify families who might benefit from our support and it enables parents to trust us. Dave Walker of Fair Talk has over 40 years experience of working with communities in England and has never come across a centre like WCDA that is so embedded In the community and commltted to maklng a real and lasting.im act on people's lives." ' RABBIE UP!. tsc 7A ASHO DEVISE D OUT WNITLE YUESDAIY 25TH WHITIIEY'.COMMUNITIY DONATIONS WELCOME IA".
"Whitley library moved into South Reading Community Centre around 7 years ago. The links and relationships we have formed with the WCDA have without doubt increased our level of involvement in the local community. We regularly work together on events and signpost Individuals to each otherfs servlce. They are always on hand to offer advice and a local perspective as required. Earller thls month held a World Book Day event, The WCDA and cafe were able to offer the 53 children that attended a drink and snack for £1 In the cafe after the Ilbrary vlslt. It probably doesn't sound Ilke much but It Illustrates how communlcatlon and cooperation result in small actions making a big difference" Matthew Breadman Readin Libra Services Inside and out we have activities all year.
Our cafo is often the first point of contact for local residents During the year we have served 10,346 covers I live on my own so a meal at the cafe every day makes sure l eat properly" Stan The cafe also supplied 444 lunches for holiday activities funded by Reading Borough Council We Love coming to knlt and natter. It heLps with our mentaL heaLth, we look ft>rward to It. i¢1 Its like a second famiLy we have made so many friends and our numbers are growing.
The Whitley Cafe is such a special, welcoming, and inclusive place for local residents, and I have great conversations every time I visit. I'm really glad that this funding will help keep the centre running.- Yuan Yang MP We were honoured to have Yuan Yang MP use the Communlty café as the settlng for maklng a documentary. Thank you to all of our partners, other community groups, voluntary sector, statutory sector and business. Your Input whether large or small, regular or occaslonal Is very much appreclated. Dally we have comments from residents about the range of support and the change it makes for them. Poem written by Lynn - cafe user
The Whitley Community Museum is a wonderful tool for hearing people's memories and allowing our less mobile residents to feel the beating heart of Whitley. We also have regular'pop up museum. events. ¥CDA We were excited (and relieved) in June 2025 to receive our funding from the National Lotteries Community Fund. We look forward to working with our residents to further develop the 'Beating Heart of Whitley,.
Whitley Community Development Association Registered Charity No: 1165275 Vvhitley CDA Annual report and accounts 202415
Well, what a busy year we had. 2024-25 saw the end of the funding stream that had supported us since we got together as a group of residents in 2012. At our AGM last year we celebrated our numerous achievements over the years. We waited anxiously to hear about our bid to the National Lottery Community Fund, which as we all now know, we received in July 2025. I'd like to thank my fellow trustees and staff for their involvement in securing this and other funding to ensure continuity of our service. I'd like to say a very big thank you to our volunteers who again gave their all to ensure that the heart of Whitley keeps beating, sometimes against the odds. The volunteers have been an invaluable part of the delivery of key support, particularly the food surplus much appreciated by local residents. Yet again we see evidence of Whitley helping Whitley. I'd also like to thank my fellow trustees. Trustees play a key role in ensuring that WCDA stays on track with governance and other legal aspects of managing a Charity. The role is voluntary and essential. All of our trustees are local residents so are well placed to ensure that our day-to-day activities meet the needs of the local community. We have again this year had ongoing support from a wide variety of partners: other charities, statutory agencies and local businesses. They are an invaluable part of what we do in Whitley. thank you to all of you. The review of our strategic plan reinforced the importance of the early intep4ention and preventative role we play in supporting statutory agencies working in our community. We are seeing this as a growing focus both Nationally and Locally and feel that we are well placed to respond given that we have built a good relationship with local residents and partners.
Our Annual Impact Report gives a flavour of how we've met our requirements under the Charities Act but equally important is the positive impact we are having in making Whitley a place where people will feel that their area is an even better place to live and there is local input to affecting sustainable change. We envisage, that due to the cost-of-living crisis, we will continue to be a focus for support, information and friendship in the heart of Whitley. We are fortunate to have a Trading Subsidiary, Whitley Social Club, who currently pay our rent and service charges to Reading Borough Council for the space we occupy within South Reading Community Hub. Without this support it would be difficult to provide the level of service that we do. Our 5-year partnership with the University on Sustainable Food Systems came to an end in May. Whilst it was, at times, challenging the Saturday fruit and veg stall introduced a significant number of residents to the work that we do. It also supported the reopening of the café on Saturday momings. We are very grateful to all of those who gav8 their time being part of focus groups, one to one interviews and coming to the market stall on Saturday mornings. We continue to be committed to our underpinning belief that a community flourishes best when things are done WITH THEM not TO or FOR THEM. It goes without saying of course that all our residents are central to what we do. We are always keen to hear your views so please come and talk to us.
Finances I'm pleased to be able to present to you the unaudited. independently examined, Annual Accounts for the year August 2024 - July 2025. We are very grateful to Ann Murphy for supporting us with the preparation of these. Ann is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants but for us equally importantly a Whitley girf. Her time and support is much valued. These accounts were approved by Ihe trustees al a meeting on 16th March 2026. Elizabeth Grugeon Chair of trustees
Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Statement of Financial Activities (including Income and Expenditure Account) For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
| Notes INCOMING RESOURCES Income from: Donations and Grants 2 Charitable activities Total income RESOURCES EXPENDED Expenditure on: Charitable activities 3 Total expenditure Net Income before Other recognised gains and losses Net movement in funds Total funds brought forward 13 Total transfers between reserves 13 Total funds carried forward |
2025 Unrestricted Funds £ 2025 Restricted Funds £ 2025 Total Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 94,816 26,522 121,338 121,335 157,647 - 157,647 110,984 |
|---|---|
| 252,463 26,522 278,985 232,319 |
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| 196,406 24,518 220,924 221,598 |
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| 196,406 24,518 220,924 221,598 |
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| 56,057 2,004 58,061 10,721 56,057 2,004 58,061 10,721 158,165 35,286 193,451 182,730 5,729 (5,729) - - |
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| 219,951 31,561 251,512 193,451 |
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses for the period. All incoming resources and resources expended derive from continuing activities.
Note that funds from the Big Local appearing in unrestricted funds. The majority of the funding for WCDA previously came from Local Trust. WCDA produced a plan and budget each year in order to draw down these funds. Spending of this money was restricted to the budget headings identified in the yearly plan.
The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Balance sheet
As at 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
| Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 9 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors 10 Cash at bank and in hand Total current assets CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 11 NET CURRENT ASSETS TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES FUNDS OF THE CHARITY Unrestricted funds 12 Restricted funds 12 TOTAL FUNDS |
2025 £ 2024 £ 421 517 720 6,349 250,371 186,585 |
|---|---|
| 251,091 192,934 - - |
|
| 251,091 192,934 |
|
| 251,512 193,451 |
|
| 219,951 158,165 31,561 35,286 |
|
| 251,512 193,451 |
The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees on 16 March 2026 and were signed on their behalf by
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Elizabeth Grugeon – Chair of Trustees
The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Statement of Cash Flows For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
| Notes Cash flows from operating activities Net cash generated (used) in operating activities 15 Cash flows from investing activities Purchase of tangible fixed assets Net cash used in investing activities Change in cash and cash equivalents in the year Cash and cash equivalents brought forward Cash and cash equivalents brought forward 16 |
2025 £ 2024 £ 64,034 10,312 |
|---|---|
| (248) - |
|
| (248) - |
|
| 63,786 10,312 186,585 176,273 |
|
| 250,371 186,585 |
The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
1.1 Basis of accounting
Basis of preparation of financial statements. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these accounts. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014 and Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and Charities Act 2011.
Whitley Community Development Association constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102.
1.2 Income recognition
All income is recognised once the charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably. Donated services or facilities are recognised when the charity has control over the item, any conditions associated with the donated item have been met, the receipt of economic benefit from the use of the charity of the item is probable and that economic benefit can be measured reliably. In accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102), the general volunteer time of the Friends is not recognised and refer to the Trustees' report for more information about their contribution. On receipt, donated professional services and donated facilities are recognised on the basis of the value of the gift to the charity which is the amount the charity would have been willing to pay to obtain services or facilities of equivalent economic benefit on the open market; a corresponding amount is then recognised in expenditure in the period of receipt. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation. Income tax recoverable in relation to investment income is recognised at the time the investment income is receivable.
1.3 Expenditure recognition
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset’s use. Support costs are those costs incurred directly in support of expenditure on the objects of the charity and include project management carried out at Headquarters. Charitable activities and Governance costs are costs incurred on the charity's operations, including support costs and costs relating to the governance of the charity apportioned to charitable activities.
1.4 Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are carried at cost, net of depreciation and any provision for impairment. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following bases:
Office Equipment
33% straight line.
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued)
1.5 Interest receivable
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.
1.6 Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.
1.7 Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.
1.8 Liabilities and provisions
Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance sheet date as a result of a past event, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement, and the amount of the settlement can be estimated reliably. Liabilities are recognised at the amount that the charity anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or the amount it has received as advanced payments for the goods or services it must provide. Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the amounts required to settle the obligation. Where the effect of the time value of money is material, the provision is based on the present value of those amounts, discounted at the pre-tax discount rate that reflects the risks specific to the liability. The unwinding of the discount is recognised within interest payable and similar charges.
1.9 Judgements in applying accounting policies and key sources of estimation uncertainty
The preparation of the financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported for assets and liabilities as at the balance sheet date and the amounts reported for revenues and expenses during the year. However, the nature of estimation means that actual outcomes could differ from those estimates. The following judgements (apart from those involving estimates) have had the most significant effect on amounts recognised in the financial statements: Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are depreciated over their useful lives taking into account residual values, where appropriate. The actual lives of the assets and residual values are assessed annually and may vary depending on a number of factors. Residual value assessments consider issues such as the remaining life of the asset and projected disposal values.
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
2. ANALYSIS OF INCOME FROM DONATIONS AND GRANTS
| Donations Grants Donated services Total donations & grants 2024 |
2025 Unrestricted Funds £ 2025 Restricted Funds £ 2025 Total Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 17,173 - 17,173 24,792 77,283 26,522 103,805 150,832 360 - 360 360 |
|---|---|
| 94,816 26,522 121,338 121,335 |
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| 116,830 4,505 121,335 |
3. ANALYSIS OF EXPENDITURE ON CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
| Charitable activities 2024 |
2025 Unrestricted Funds £ 2025 Restricted Funds £ 2025 Total Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 196,406 24,518 220,924 221,598 |
|---|---|
| 220,280 1,318 221,598 |
4. ANALYSIS OF EXPENDITURE BY EXPENDITURE TYPE
| Total charitable activities 2024 |
2025 Staff Costs £ 2025 Other costs £ 2025 Total Costs £ 2024 Total Costs £ 100,779 120,145 220,924 221,598 |
|---|---|
| 110,535 111,063 221,598 |
5. NET INCOME FOR THE YEAR
| This is stated after charging: Independent examiner fees Depreciation – owned assets |
2025 £ 2024 £ 360 360 |
|---|---|
| 344 296 |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
6. INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION AND TRUSTEES’ REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the period ended 31 July 2025 (31 July 2024: £Nil)
There were no trustees’ expenses paid for the period ended 31 July 2025 (31 July 2024: £Nil).
No payments were made to the Trustees or any related party of the Trustees for the period ended 31 July 2025 (31 July 2024: £Nil).
The Independent Examiner’s remuneration amounts to a donated fee of £360 (2024; charged fee £360).
7. STAFF COSTS
| . STAFF COSTS | |
|---|---|
| Salaries and wages Social security |
2025 £ 2024 £ 100,779 110,535 - - |
| 100,779 110,535 |
The average number of employees during the period, calculated on the basis of full time equivalents, was as follows:
| 2025 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
| Charitable activities | 7 | 8 |
This is made up of 7 individuals who work primarily for WCDA. There are also two contractors not included in these numbers.
No employees received remuneration amounting to more than £60,000 in either year. No pension contributions were made and no pension liabilities were incurred.
8. TAXATION
The charity is exempt from tax on income and gains falling within S505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or S252 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 to the extent that these are applied to charitable objects. No UK corporation tax charges have arisen in the charity for the period ended 31 July 2025 due to the charity's charitable status.
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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
9. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
| COST As at 1 August 2024 Additions As at 31 July 2025 DEPRECIATION As at 1 August 2024 Charge for year As at 31 July 2025 NET BOOK VALUE As at 31 July 2025 As at 31 August 2024 10. DEBTORS Trade debtors 11. CREDITORS Trade Creditors Accrued expenses |
OFFICE EQUIPMENT £ TOTAL £ 16,865 16,865 248 248 |
|---|---|
| 17,113 17,113 |
|
| 16,348 16,052 344 296 |
|
| 16,692 16,348 |
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| 421 421 |
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| 517 517 |
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| 2025 £ 2024 £ 720 6,349 2025 £ 2024 £ - - - - - - |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
12. ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN RESERVES
| Tangible Fixed Assets Current Assets Current Liabilities Total funds Tangible Fixed Assets Current Assets Current Liabilities Total funds 13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Current year Unrestricted funds Restricted funds (see note 14) Total funds Prior year Unrestricted funds Restricted funds (see note 14) Total funds |
As at 1 August 2024 £ 158,165 35,286 |
2025 Unrestricted Funds £ 2025 Restricted Funds £ 2025 Total Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 421 - 421 517 219,530 31,561 251,091 192,934 - - - - |
|---|---|---|
| 219,951 31,561 251,512 193,451 |
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| 2024 Unrestricted Funds £ 2024 Restricted Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 517 - 517 157,648 35,286 192,934 - - - 158,165 35,286 193,451 Incoming Resources £ Outgoing Resources £ Transfers £ As at 31 July 2025 £ 252,463 (196,406) 5,729 219,951 26,522 (24,518) (5,729) 31,561 |
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| 193,451 | 278,985 (220,924) - 251,512 |
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| As at 1 August 2023 £ 138,737 43,993 |
Incoming Resources £ Outgoing Resources £ Transfers £ As at 31 July 2024 £ 227,814 (220,280) 11,894 158,165 4,505 (1,318) (11,894) 35,286 |
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| 182,730 | 232,319 (221,598) - 193,451 |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
14. RESTRICTED FUNDS
| 4. RESTRICTED FUNDS | |
|---|---|
| Current year WRAP COOP Men’s Shed Wellbeing (RBC and RVA) Food Project Carnival Van Insurance Household support Winter Wonderland National Lottery Community Funding Total funds Prior year WRAP COOP Men’s Shed Wellbeing (RBC and RVA) Summer Activities (NL) Food Project Carnival Van Insurance Household support Winter Wonderland Total funds |
As at 1 August 2024 £ Incoming Resources £ Outgoing Resources £ Transfers £ As at 31 July 2025 £ 5,729 - - (5,729) - 2,253 - (2,253) - - 5,000 - - - 5,000 16,459 - (16,459) - - 535 - (535) - - 754 - (754) - - 1,551 1,625 (1,512) - 1,664 1,000 - (1,000) - - 2,005 - (2,005) - - - 24,897 - - 24,897 |
| 35,286 26,522 (24,518) (5,729) 31,561 |
|
| As at 1 August 2023 £ Incoming Resources £ Outgoing Resources £ Transfers £ As at 31 July 2024 £ 5,729 - - - 5,729 2,253 - - - 2,253 5,000 - - - 5,000 16,459 - - - 16,459 11,894 - - (11,894) - 535 - - - 535 754 - - - 754 1,369 1,500 (1,318) - 1,551 - 1,000 - - 1,000 - 2,005 - - 2,005 |
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| 43,993 4,505 (1,318) (11,894) 35,286 |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
15. RECONCILIATION OF NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
| CTIVITIES | |
|---|---|
| Net income for the year (as per Financial Activities) Adjustment for: Depreciation Charges (Increase)/Reduction in debtors and accrued income Increase/(Reduction) in creditors Net cash generated/(used) in operating activities 16. ANALYSIS OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Cash at bank and in hand Total |
2025 £ 2024 £ 58,061 10,721 344 296 5,629 (705) - - |
| 64,034 10,312 |
|
| 2025 £ 2024 £ 250,371 186,585 |
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| 250,371 186,585 |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Report of the Independent Examiner to the Trustees of Whitley Community Development Association
I report on the accounts of the charity for the period ended 31 July 2025, which are set out on pages 5 to 15.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and that an independent examination is needed. The charity’s gross income exceeded £250,000 and I am qualified to undertake the examination by being a qualified member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to an audit and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Act;
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act; and
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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 trustees 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 has come to my attention:
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(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 130 of the Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of the Act and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities
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have not been met; or
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(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Ann Murphy BA (Hons) ACA (Address available on signed version)
Date: 16 March 2026
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Whitley Community Development Association Registered Charity No: 1165275 Vvhitley CDA Annual report and accounts 202415
Well, what a busy year we had. 2024-25 saw the end of the funding stream that had supported us since we got together as a group of residents in 2012. At our AGM last year we celebrated our numerous achievements over the years. We waited anxiously to hear about our bid to the National Lottery Community Fund, which as we all now know, we received in July 2025. I'd like to thank my fellow trustees and staff for their involvement in securing this and other funding to ensure continuity of our service. I'd like to say a very big thank you to our volunteers who again gave their all to ensure that the heart of Whitley keeps beating, sometimes against the odds. The volunteers have been an invaluable part of the delivery of key support, particularly the food surplus much appreciated by local residents. Yet again we see evidence of Whitley helping Whitley. I'd also like to thank my fellow trustees. Trustees play a key role in ensuring that WCDA stays on track with governance and other legal aspects of managing a Charity. The role is voluntary and essential. All of our trustees are local residents so are well placed to ensure that our day-to-day activities meet the needs of the local community. We have again this year had ongoing support from a wide variety of partners: other charities, statutory agencies and local businesses. They are an invaluable part of what we do in Whitley. thank you to all of you. The review of our strategic plan reinforced the importance of the early intep4ention and preventative role we play in supporting statutory agencies working in our community. We are seeing this as a growing focus both Nationally and Locally and feel that we are well placed to respond given that we have built a good relationship with local residents and partners.
Our Annual Impact Report gives a flavour of how we've met our requirements under the Charities Act but equally important is the positive impact we are having in making Whitley a place where people will feel that their area is an even better place to live and there is local input to affecting sustainable change. We envisage, that due to the cost-of-living crisis, we will continue to be a focus for support, information and friendship in the heart of Whitley. We are fortunate to have a Trading Subsidiary, Whitley Social Club, who currently pay our rent and service charges to Reading Borough Council for the space we occupy within South Reading Community Hub. Without this support it would be difficult to provide the level of service that we do. Our 5-year partnership with the University on Sustainable Food Systems came to an end in May. Whilst it was, at times, challenging the Saturday fruit and veg stall introduced a significant number of residents to the work that we do. It also supported the reopening of the café on Saturday momings. We are very grateful to all of those who gav8 their time being part of focus groups, one to one interviews and coming to the market stall on Saturday mornings. We continue to be committed to our underpinning belief that a community flourishes best when things are done WITH THEM not TO or FOR THEM. It goes without saying of course that all our residents are central to what we do. We are always keen to hear your views so please come and talk to us.
Finances I'm pleased to be able to present to you the unaudited. independently examined, Annual Accounts for the year August 2024 - July 2025. We are very grateful to Ann Murphy for supporting us with the preparation of these. Ann is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants but for us equally importantly a Whitley girf. Her time and support is much valued. These accounts were approved by Ihe trustees al a meeting on 16th March 2026. Elizabeth Grugeon Chair of trustees
Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Statement of Financial Activities (including Income and Expenditure Account) For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
| Notes INCOMING RESOURCES Income from: Donations and Grants 2 Charitable activities Total income RESOURCES EXPENDED Expenditure on: Charitable activities 3 Total expenditure Net Income before Other recognised gains and losses Net movement in funds Total funds brought forward 13 Total transfers between reserves 13 Total funds carried forward |
2025 Unrestricted Funds £ 2025 Restricted Funds £ 2025 Total Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 94,816 26,522 121,338 121,335 157,647 - 157,647 110,984 |
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| 252,463 26,522 278,985 232,319 |
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| 196,406 24,518 220,924 221,598 |
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| 196,406 24,518 220,924 221,598 |
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| 56,057 2,004 58,061 10,721 56,057 2,004 58,061 10,721 158,165 35,286 193,451 182,730 5,729 (5,729) - - |
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| 219,951 31,561 251,512 193,451 |
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses for the period. All incoming resources and resources expended derive from continuing activities.
Note that funds from the Big Local appearing in unrestricted funds. The majority of the funding for WCDA previously came from Local Trust. WCDA produced a plan and budget each year in order to draw down these funds. Spending of this money was restricted to the budget headings identified in the yearly plan.
The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Balance sheet
As at 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
| Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 9 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors 10 Cash at bank and in hand Total current assets CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 11 NET CURRENT ASSETS TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES FUNDS OF THE CHARITY Unrestricted funds 12 Restricted funds 12 TOTAL FUNDS |
2025 £ 2024 £ 421 517 720 6,349 250,371 186,585 |
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| 251,091 192,934 - - |
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| 251,091 192,934 |
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| 251,512 193,451 |
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| 219,951 158,165 31,561 35,286 |
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| 251,512 193,451 |
The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees on 16 March 2026 and were signed on their behalf by
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Elizabeth Grugeon – Chair of Trustees
The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Statement of Cash Flows For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
| Notes Cash flows from operating activities Net cash generated (used) in operating activities 15 Cash flows from investing activities Purchase of tangible fixed assets Net cash used in investing activities Change in cash and cash equivalents in the year Cash and cash equivalents brought forward Cash and cash equivalents brought forward 16 |
2025 £ 2024 £ 64,034 10,312 |
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| (248) - |
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| (248) - |
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| 63,786 10,312 186,585 176,273 |
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| 250,371 186,585 |
The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
1.1 Basis of accounting
Basis of preparation of financial statements. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these accounts. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014 and Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and Charities Act 2011.
Whitley Community Development Association constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102.
1.2 Income recognition
All income is recognised once the charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably. Donated services or facilities are recognised when the charity has control over the item, any conditions associated with the donated item have been met, the receipt of economic benefit from the use of the charity of the item is probable and that economic benefit can be measured reliably. In accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102), the general volunteer time of the Friends is not recognised and refer to the Trustees' report for more information about their contribution. On receipt, donated professional services and donated facilities are recognised on the basis of the value of the gift to the charity which is the amount the charity would have been willing to pay to obtain services or facilities of equivalent economic benefit on the open market; a corresponding amount is then recognised in expenditure in the period of receipt. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation. Income tax recoverable in relation to investment income is recognised at the time the investment income is receivable.
1.3 Expenditure recognition
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset’s use. Support costs are those costs incurred directly in support of expenditure on the objects of the charity and include project management carried out at Headquarters. Charitable activities and Governance costs are costs incurred on the charity's operations, including support costs and costs relating to the governance of the charity apportioned to charitable activities.
1.4 Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are carried at cost, net of depreciation and any provision for impairment. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following bases:
Office Equipment
33% straight line.
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued)
1.5 Interest receivable
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.
1.6 Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.
1.7 Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.
1.8 Liabilities and provisions
Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance sheet date as a result of a past event, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement, and the amount of the settlement can be estimated reliably. Liabilities are recognised at the amount that the charity anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or the amount it has received as advanced payments for the goods or services it must provide. Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the amounts required to settle the obligation. Where the effect of the time value of money is material, the provision is based on the present value of those amounts, discounted at the pre-tax discount rate that reflects the risks specific to the liability. The unwinding of the discount is recognised within interest payable and similar charges.
1.9 Judgements in applying accounting policies and key sources of estimation uncertainty
The preparation of the financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported for assets and liabilities as at the balance sheet date and the amounts reported for revenues and expenses during the year. However, the nature of estimation means that actual outcomes could differ from those estimates. The following judgements (apart from those involving estimates) have had the most significant effect on amounts recognised in the financial statements: Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are depreciated over their useful lives taking into account residual values, where appropriate. The actual lives of the assets and residual values are assessed annually and may vary depending on a number of factors. Residual value assessments consider issues such as the remaining life of the asset and projected disposal values.
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
2. ANALYSIS OF INCOME FROM DONATIONS AND GRANTS
| Donations Grants Donated services Total donations & grants 2024 |
2025 Unrestricted Funds £ 2025 Restricted Funds £ 2025 Total Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 17,173 - 17,173 24,792 77,283 26,522 103,805 150,832 360 - 360 360 |
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| 94,816 26,522 121,338 121,335 |
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| 116,830 4,505 121,335 |
3. ANALYSIS OF EXPENDITURE ON CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
| Charitable activities 2024 |
2025 Unrestricted Funds £ 2025 Restricted Funds £ 2025 Total Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 196,406 24,518 220,924 221,598 |
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| 220,280 1,318 221,598 |
4. ANALYSIS OF EXPENDITURE BY EXPENDITURE TYPE
| Total charitable activities 2024 |
2025 Staff Costs £ 2025 Other costs £ 2025 Total Costs £ 2024 Total Costs £ 100,779 120,145 220,924 221,598 |
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| 110,535 111,063 221,598 |
5. NET INCOME FOR THE YEAR
| This is stated after charging: Independent examiner fees Depreciation – owned assets |
2025 £ 2024 £ 360 360 |
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| 344 296 |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
6. INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION AND TRUSTEES’ REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the period ended 31 July 2025 (31 July 2024: £Nil)
There were no trustees’ expenses paid for the period ended 31 July 2025 (31 July 2024: £Nil).
No payments were made to the Trustees or any related party of the Trustees for the period ended 31 July 2025 (31 July 2024: £Nil).
The Independent Examiner’s remuneration amounts to a donated fee of £360 (2024; charged fee £360).
7. STAFF COSTS
| . STAFF COSTS | |
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| Salaries and wages Social security |
2025 £ 2024 £ 100,779 110,535 - - |
| 100,779 110,535 |
The average number of employees during the period, calculated on the basis of full time equivalents, was as follows:
| 2025 | 2024 | |
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| £ | £ | |
| Charitable activities | 7 | 8 |
This is made up of 7 individuals who work primarily for WCDA. There are also two contractors not included in these numbers.
No employees received remuneration amounting to more than £60,000 in either year. No pension contributions were made and no pension liabilities were incurred.
8. TAXATION
The charity is exempt from tax on income and gains falling within S505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or S252 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 to the extent that these are applied to charitable objects. No UK corporation tax charges have arisen in the charity for the period ended 31 July 2025 due to the charity's charitable status.
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
9. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
| COST As at 1 August 2024 Additions As at 31 July 2025 DEPRECIATION As at 1 August 2024 Charge for year As at 31 July 2025 NET BOOK VALUE As at 31 July 2025 As at 31 August 2024 10. DEBTORS Trade debtors 11. CREDITORS Trade Creditors Accrued expenses |
OFFICE EQUIPMENT £ TOTAL £ 16,865 16,865 248 248 |
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| 17,113 17,113 |
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| 16,348 16,052 344 296 |
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| 16,692 16,348 |
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| 421 421 |
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| 517 517 |
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| 2025 £ 2024 £ 720 6,349 2025 £ 2024 £ - - - - - - |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
12. ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN RESERVES
| Tangible Fixed Assets Current Assets Current Liabilities Total funds Tangible Fixed Assets Current Assets Current Liabilities Total funds 13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Current year Unrestricted funds Restricted funds (see note 14) Total funds Prior year Unrestricted funds Restricted funds (see note 14) Total funds |
As at 1 August 2024 £ 158,165 35,286 |
2025 Unrestricted Funds £ 2025 Restricted Funds £ 2025 Total Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 421 - 421 517 219,530 31,561 251,091 192,934 - - - - |
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| 219,951 31,561 251,512 193,451 |
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| 2024 Unrestricted Funds £ 2024 Restricted Funds £ 2024 Total Funds £ 517 - 517 157,648 35,286 192,934 - - - 158,165 35,286 193,451 Incoming Resources £ Outgoing Resources £ Transfers £ As at 31 July 2025 £ 252,463 (196,406) 5,729 219,951 26,522 (24,518) (5,729) 31,561 |
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| 193,451 | 278,985 (220,924) - 251,512 |
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| As at 1 August 2023 £ 138,737 43,993 |
Incoming Resources £ Outgoing Resources £ Transfers £ As at 31 July 2024 £ 227,814 (220,280) 11,894 158,165 4,505 (1,318) (11,894) 35,286 |
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| 182,730 | 232,319 (221,598) - 193,451 |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
14. RESTRICTED FUNDS
| 4. RESTRICTED FUNDS | |
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| Current year WRAP COOP Men’s Shed Wellbeing (RBC and RVA) Food Project Carnival Van Insurance Household support Winter Wonderland National Lottery Community Funding Total funds Prior year WRAP COOP Men’s Shed Wellbeing (RBC and RVA) Summer Activities (NL) Food Project Carnival Van Insurance Household support Winter Wonderland Total funds |
As at 1 August 2024 £ Incoming Resources £ Outgoing Resources £ Transfers £ As at 31 July 2025 £ 5,729 - - (5,729) - 2,253 - (2,253) - - 5,000 - - - 5,000 16,459 - (16,459) - - 535 - (535) - - 754 - (754) - - 1,551 1,625 (1,512) - 1,664 1,000 - (1,000) - - 2,005 - (2,005) - - - 24,897 - - 24,897 |
| 35,286 26,522 (24,518) (5,729) 31,561 |
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| As at 1 August 2023 £ Incoming Resources £ Outgoing Resources £ Transfers £ As at 31 July 2024 £ 5,729 - - - 5,729 2,253 - - - 2,253 5,000 - - - 5,000 16,459 - - - 16,459 11,894 - - (11,894) - 535 - - - 535 754 - - - 754 1,369 1,500 (1,318) - 1,551 - 1,000 - - 1,000 - 2,005 - - 2,005 |
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| 43,993 4,505 (1,318) (11,894) 35,286 |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued For the period ended 31 July 2025 (Unaudited)
15. RECONCILIATION OF NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
| CTIVITIES | |
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| Net income for the year (as per Financial Activities) Adjustment for: Depreciation Charges (Increase)/Reduction in debtors and accrued income Increase/(Reduction) in creditors Net cash generated/(used) in operating activities 16. ANALYSIS OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Cash at bank and in hand Total |
2025 £ 2024 £ 58,061 10,721 344 296 5,629 (705) - - |
| 64,034 10,312 |
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| 2025 £ 2024 £ 250,371 186,585 |
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| 250,371 186,585 |
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Whitley Community Development Association Charity number: 116527 (A charitable incorporated organisation)
Report of the Independent Examiner to the Trustees of Whitley Community Development Association
I report on the accounts of the charity for the period ended 31 July 2025, which are set out on pages 5 to 15.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and that an independent examination is needed. The charity’s gross income exceeded £250,000 and I am qualified to undertake the examination by being a qualified member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to an audit and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Act;
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act; and
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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 trustees 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 has come to my attention:
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(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 130 of the Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of the Act and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities
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have not been met; or
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(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Ann Murphy BA (Hons) ACA (Address available on signed version)
Date: 16 March 2026
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