ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[st] MARCH 2024
THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
CHARITY REGISTRATION No: 1166787
Independent Examiners Ltd 2 Broadbridge Business Centre Delling Lane Bosham West Sussex P018 8NF
THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
CONTENTS
Page 3 Legal and Administrative Information Page 4 Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees Pages 5 to 8 Trustees' Report Page 9 Statement of Financial Activities Page 10 Balance Sheet Pages 11 to 17 Notes to the Financial Statements
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The Autism Group Annual Report 2023/2024
THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
CHARITY NUMBER 1166787 START OF FINANCIAL YEAR 1[st] April 2023 END OF FINANCIAL YEAR 31[st] March 2024 TRUSTEES AS Esther Morley OF 31[st] MARCH 2024 Bridget McLeod Gary Admans Rachel Lucas (appointed 16[th] June 2023) LEGAL STATUS Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) REGISTERED ADDRESS 5 High Street Maidenhead Berkshire SL6 1JN DATE OF REGISTRATION 27[th] April 2016 GOVERNING INSTRUMENT CIO - Foundation Registered 27[th] April 2016 PRIMARY BANKERS CAF Bank 25 Kings Hill Avenue Kings Hill West Mailing ME19 4JQ INDEPENDENT EXAMINER Independent Examiners Ltd 2 Broadbridge Business Centre Delling Lane Bosham West Sussex P018 8NF
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS
Report to the trustees of The Autism Group on the accounts for the year ended 31st of March 2024 set out on pages 9 to 17.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is need.
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.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities 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 Charities Act, and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention
Basis of independent examiner’s statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with 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 the 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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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 Charities Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Sign:
Zita Derbak Sign: Independent Examiners Ltd Unit 2 The Broadbridge Business Centre Date: 09.12.2024 Delling Lane Bosham PO18 8NF
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
TRUSTEES’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
Objectives and Activities
The purposes of the charity, as set out in its governing document, are to relieve the needs of people with autism and their parents and carers by:
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(1) Offering a variety of training to parents/carers, family supporters and the community to enhance the understanding of autism in the Thames Valley.
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(2) Offering social opportunities and life skill activities primarily aimed at children (11+) and adults on the autism spectrum (up to the age of 25).
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(3) Building confidence and skills within families to support individuals on the autism spectrum to lead fulfilled lives.
Public Benefit
In accordance with Section 17 of the Charities Act 2011, the Trustees have considered the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit.
Services we have offered in the year:
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(1) Free parent training workshops were delivered.
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(2) 5 themed Clubs for different age groups of autistic children and young people
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(3) Face to face Parent Support Groups, Tea with TAG, in each of the three Local Authority areas; RBWM, Slough and Bracknell.
The TAG@Home service which provided 1 to 1 support and information to parents continued throughout the year.
All services were advertised via social media, websites, local statutory services, schools and other local community organisations.
The Autism Group engaged a number of volunteers during the year who are greatly valued; the volunteers contribute so much to the running of our clubs and the charity as a whole.
Achievements and Performance
- (1) 188 parents/carers attended workshops this year. These were on a variety of subjects and were commissioned by GEMS (the East Berkshire Autism and ADHD Service funded by the Frimley Integrated Care Board).
Of those participants who completed post-session evaluation, 99% would recommend The Autism Group workshops to others, 98% found them useful and 99% found them enjoyable.
Some of the attendees’ feedback:
“I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you for your support and help. Overall, it was a very effective and informative workshop related to anxiety and useful techniques to manage anxiety in a young person. As a parent, now I am more confident in supporting my child with anxiety and autistic characteristics. Once again, I am grateful for your support and work regarding understanding autism.”
“Great session, presenter very knowledgeable. Lots of resources to go away and look up. Thank you.”
“Many thanks. Lots to process. Excellent presenters. Good to have a candid space to chat to other parents with a moderator.”
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
TRUSTEES’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
- (2) Over the year, Parent Support Workers carried out 70 home visits or 1-to-1 sessions. Parents are offered the first session in their own home and the second session was a telephone call or zoom session depending on parental preference. Feedback from parents was very positive and 100% would recommend The Autism Group home visit service to others, 100% found it useful and 100% found it enjoyable. This activity is funded by GEMS.
Additionally, this year we offered 1-to-1 Support Sessions for families whose need did not meet the criteria for a Home Visit but still needed greater depth than a limited helpline call. These sessions were attended by 19 parents, 100% of whom said the session was useful and enjoyable and that they would recommend the service.
Recipients of home visits and 1-to-1 support said:
“Thank you, your insights on utilizing pictures effectively and offering fewer options, meet the school team for needs… were invaluable. I appreciate you sharing those tips & information, and I'm looking forward to implementing them.”
“Very good service, very informative and I never felt like any question was silly or unnecessary, thank you very much.”
“Thank you for the support. I have been feeling isolated so to share how to help *** really helps.”
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(3) Tea with TAG; parent support groups were held face-to-face in Bracknell, Maidenhead and Slough during term time. Over 100 parents across East Berkshire were provided with an opportunity to share the highs and lows of supporting autistic loved ones with empathetic autism professionals who understand. Feedback:
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“I love the group. The team are fantastic! The advice, support and camaraderie is just what I need.”
“Tea with TAG, has helped me in a big way it has given me someone to talk to and open up to helped me realised I am not alone, the advice and support I have received has made a massive impact on my family.”
“This group has been invaluable, it gives us a time out once a month, just to get out the house and feel less alone, and lets you know that other people are on the same or similar journey.”
- (4) In February 2024, we opened our offices to children and young people who are home educated, to meet up and enjoy activities together, whilst their parents can discuss their experiences of home educating, share resources and ideas. A total of 11 young people attended. Feedback:
“He is loving these groups and now thinks of M, J, P and D as friends, it’s so nice to see the positive impact it has had on him.”
“We have tried many, many things and this is the only thing he feels safe to be himself at and he really likes D and P and gaming with other children. As a parent it's a relief to finally have somewhere he can look forward to going too and want to get dressed for.”
“It is also really nice to know us parents have a space to talk too and … are all so friendly and welcoming.”
- (5) Over the period from April 2023 to March 2024, 140 autistic young people attended more than one session during the year with us. 80% attended regularly.
Our five Clubs are:
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
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GAP (Gaming, Art and Pokemon for ages 9-13)
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Fusion (mixed activities for ages 14-25)
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Art (for ages 14-25)
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Console Gaming (for ages 14-25)
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Role Playing Games (a virtual club for ages 18-30)
As in previous years, most of our clubs have a waiting list. We have looked at ways to increase our capacity whilst maintaining a low arousal environment.
As part of the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Maidenhead Library, young people from The Autism Group Art Clubs exhibited their work on the theme of books in the library. Art Club work has also been on display in Norden Farm Arts space, who have also facilitated several sessions with The Autism Group participants.
Some of the things young people said about our Clubs this year:
“It was the most comfortable I have been in a long-time meeting people I did not know.”
“I played DD with R. I really liked it and want to play more.”
“I enjoyed everything. 10/10.”
And their parents said:
“Gives my son a chance to be himself. He doesn’t have to fit in, the club fits around him.”
“She is so used to people not knowing anything about her special interest or not showing interest, it really was very special to be able to discuss it with someone. I am so grateful it really was lovely to see her so happy.”
“The club has given him the confidence to attend a social group without us. He doesn't normally stick to a club for very long but enjoys his time at GAP club and is always looking forward to the next session. All the volunteers are welcoming and friendly and have put him at ease so that he can't wait to get through the door. I have been given some wonderful feedback of him playing and interacting with other children whilst playing video games and it's fantastic to hear that he is socialising with likeminded children as he can be very quiet and unsure about how to interact with others.”
- (6) Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust ran a series of Nature sessions for Club attendees, their siblings and parents, supported by The Autism Group staff.
Financial Review
Total Incoming Resources for the year were £117,859 (2022/2023: £101,568), a 16% increase compared to the previous year. During 2023/2024, 55% of Incoming Resources were restricted (2022/2023: 78%) as unrestricted donations and legacies increased significantly during the year. Unrestricted reserves as of 31[st] March 2024 were £10,829 (2023: £10,428) with restricted reserves of £34,555 (2023: £11,439) and totals reserves were £45,384 (2023: £21,867).
The Trustees have reviewed the reserve policy (see Note 14) and believe that available reserves are sufficient to support the organisation for at least six months and to ensure we will be able to continue to fulfil our charitable objectives even if there is a temporary shortfall in income or unexpected expenditure.
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
Grants Received
The Autism Group thanks the following for their support during the year:
Abri Community Fund Art Society Maidenhead Community Grant Berkshire Community Foundation BNI Foundation Blakemore Foundation Bracknell Lions Children in Need Comic Relief Coop Community Fund EB Innovation Fund Edward Gostling Foundation ExxonMobil Frimley Health and Care ICS Foyle Foundation Garfield Weston Foundation Gordon Palmer Memorial Trust Heathrow Community Trust Local Giving Louis Baylis Trust Michael Shanly Foundation National Lottery Community Fund One Slough Prince Philip Trust Fund Sir Jules Thorn Charitable Trust (Ann Rylands) Tesco Community Grant
Trustees Responsibilities
The Charities Act 2011 requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the CIO and of the surplus of the CIO for that period. In preparing those financial statements the Trustees are required to:
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Select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently,
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Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent,
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Prepare financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the trust will continue in existence.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records, which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the CIO. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the CIO and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Approved by the Trustees on 7[th] December 2024
Signed on their behalf by:
Printed name: Esther Morley (Chairperson)
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
| Note Incoming Resources Donations, Legacies and Similar Income 4 Activities for Generating Funds 4 Investment Income 4 Charitable Activities 4 Total Incoming Resources Resources Expended Charitable Activities 5 Governance Costs 5 Total Resources Expended Net Incoming/(Outgoing) Resources Total Funds Brought Forward Transfer of Funds Total Funds Carried Forward |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds 2023/2024 2022/2023 £ £ £ £ 22,135 - 22,135 3,706 30,460 - 30,460 17,381 76 - 76 69 - 65,189 65,189 80,412 |
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| 52,671 65,189 117,859 101,568 |
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| 51,512 42,061 93,573 97,695 757 12 769 1,167 |
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| 52,269 42,073 94,342 98,862 |
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| 401 23,116 23,517 2,706 10,428 11,439 21,867 19,161 - - - - 10,829 34,555 45,384 21,867 |
Movements on all reserves and all recognised gains and losses are shown above.
All of the organisation's operations are classed as continuing.
The notes on pages 11 to 17 form part of these financial statements.
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
BALANCE SHEET AS OF 31[ST] MARCH 2024
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |||
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| Note | Funds | Funds | 31-Mar-24 | 31-Mar-24 31-Mar-23 |
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| £ | £ | £ | £ | |||
| Fixed Assets | ||||||
| Tangible Assets | 2 | - | - - |
- | - | - - |
| Investments | 3 | - | - - |
- | - | - - |
| Total Fixed Assets | - | - - |
- | - | - - |
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| Current Assets | ||||||
| Cash at Bank and In Hand | 7 | 5,403 | 42,684 | 48,087 | 48,087 31,008 |
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| Debtors and Prepayments | 8 | 7,780 | 533 | 8,313 | 313 5,919 |
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| Total Current Assets | 13,183 | 43,216 | 56,400 | 400 36,927 |
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| Creditors:Amounts falling due within one year |
9 | 2,354 | 8,661 | 11,015 | 11,015 15,060 |
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| Net Current Assets | 10,829 | 34,555 | 45,384 | 384 21,867 |
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| Total Assets less Current Liabilities |
10,829 | 34,555 | 45,384 | 45,384 21,867 |
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| Creditors:Amounts falling due in more than one year |
10 | - | - - |
- | - | - - |
| NET ASSETS | 10,829 | 34,555 | 45,384 | 384 21,867 |
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| Funds of the Charity | ||||||
| Unrestricted Funds | 10,829 | - | - | 10,829 | 10,829 10,428 |
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| Restricted Fund | 6 | - 34 | - 34,555 | 34,555 | 11,439 | |
| Total Funds | 10,829 | 34,555 | 45,384 | 45,384 21,867 |
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 7[th] December 2024 and were signed on their behalf by:
Esther Morley, Chairperson Date: 7[th] December 2024
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Preparation and Assessment of Going Concern
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. 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 (FRS102) (effective 1 January 2019) - (Charities SORP - FRS102) and the Charities Act 2011.
The Autism Group (the “Charity”) meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS102. Assets and liabilities are Initially recognised at historical cost unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy notes.
Assessment of Going Concern
Preparation of the accounts is on a going concern basis. The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the Charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
Incoming Resources
Recognition of Incoming Resources
These are included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when:
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the Charity becomes entitled to the resources,
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the trustees are virtually certain they will receive the resources; and
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the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability.
Incoming Resources with Related Expenditure
Where Incoming Resources have related Resources Expended (as with fundraising or contract income) they are reported gross in the SOFA.
Grants and Donations
Grants and Donations are only included in the SOFA when the Charity has unconditional entitlement to the resources.
Tax Reclaims on Donations and Gifts
Incoming Resources from tax reclaims are included in the SOFA in the same financial period as the gift to which they relate.
Contractual Income and Performance Related Grants
This is only included in the SOFA once the related goods or services have been delivered.
Gifts In Kind
Gifts In Kind are accounted for at a reasonable estimate of their value to the Charity or the amount realised. Gifts in Kind for sale or distribution are included in the accounts as gifts only when sold or distributed by the Charity. Gifts in Kind for use by the Charity are included in the SOFA as Incoming Resources when receivable.
Donated services and facilities
These are only included in Incoming Resources (with an equivalent amount in Resources Expended) where the benefit to the Charity is reasonably quantifiable, measurable and material. The value placed on these resources is the estimated value to the Charity of the service or facility
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
received.
Volunteer Help
The value of any voluntary help received is not included in the accounts.
Investment Income
This is included in the accounts when receivable.
Investment Gains and Losses
This included any gain or loss on the sale of investments and any gain or loss resulting from revaluing investments to market value at the end of the year.
Expenditure and Liabilities
Liability Recognition
Liabilities are recognised as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to pay out resources.
Governance Costs
Thes include costs of the preparation and examination of statutory accounts, the costs of the trustees’ meetings and the cost of any legal advice to trustees on governance or constitutional matters.
Grants with Performance Conditions
Where the Charity receives a grant with conditions for its payment being a specific level of service or output to be provided, such grants are only recognised in the SOFA as Incoming Resources once the Charity has provided the specified service or output.
Support Costs
Support costs include central functions and have been allocated to activity cost categories on a basis consistent with the use of the resources, e.g., allocating property costs by floor areas, or per capital employed, staff costs by the time spent and other costs by their usage.
Investments
Investments quoted on a recognised stock exchange are valued at market value at the year end. Other investment assets are included as the trustees' best estimate of market value.
Pensions
Pension contributions are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities as they become payable.
Unrestricted Funds
These funds can be used for the general objectives of the Charity as set out in the trustees’ report. The movements in Unrestricted Funds are given in the Statement of Financial Activities.
Restricted Funds
These funds are where the donor has specified a purpose for the donation made. Grants are raised for specific purposes within the objectives of the Charity.
Designated Funds
These funds are funds set aside by the trustees out of Unrestricted Funds for specific purposes or projects.
Fixed Assets
Fixed Assets are capitalised if they can be used for more than one year and cost at least £1,500.
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
They are valued at cost or, if gifted, at the value to the Charity on receipt.
Depreciation Expense
Depreciation is calculated at a rate to write off the cost of tangible fixed assets on an appropriate basis over their estimated useful lives. The rates and basis applied per annum are as follows:
Equipment: 20% on a Straight-Line Basis
2. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
The Charity held no Tangible Fixed Assets during this or the previous financial period. The annual commitments under non-cancelling operating leases and capital commitments are as follows:
Year to 31[st] March 2023: None Year to 31[st] March 2024: None
3. INVESTMENTS
The Charity had no Investments during this or the previous financial period.
4. INCOMING RESOURCES
| Donations, Legacies and Similar Income Donations and Gifts Legacies and Bequests Gift Aid Tax Recovered Activities for Generating Funds Services Provided Clubs Rental Income Sale of Equipment Investment Income Interest Received Charitable Activities Grants Training Income Total Incoming Resources |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds 2023/2024 2022/2023 £ £ £ £ 9,135 - 9,135 3,706 13,000 13,000 - - - - - |
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| 22,135 - 22,135 3,706 |
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| 11,663 - 11,663 - 16,004 - 16,004 15,225 1,018 - 1,018 904 1,775 - 1,775 1,252 |
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| 30,460 - 30,460 17,381 |
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| 76 - 76 69 |
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| 76 - 76 69 |
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| - 65,189 65,189 80,412 - - - - |
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| - 65,189 65,189 80,412 |
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| 52,671 65,189 117,859 101,568 |
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
5. RESOURCES EXPENDED
| .RESOURCES EXPENDED | |
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| Charitable Activities Bank Charges Bad Debts Computer Costs Employer’s Pension Costs Equipment Costs Insurance Costs Postage and Stationery Premises Costs Salaries and Wages Staff Clothing Subscriptions Telephone Costs Training Costs Travel and Subsistence Welfare and Refreshments Governance Costs Legal & Professional fees Independent Examiners Fee Total Resources Expended |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds 2023/2024 2022/2023 £ £ £ £ 60 - 60 72 244 - 244 - 739 - 739 507 146 - 146 121 - 161 161 537 860 - 860 855 262 12 274 144 14,352 2,184 16,536 16,559 32,852 37,561 70,413 75,441 147 69 216 165 621 166 787 152 275 660 936 895 - 50 50 266 664 900 1,564 1,530 292 298 589 451 |
| 51,512 42,061 93,573 97,695 |
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| 116 12 128 507 641 - 641 660 |
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| 757 12 769 1,167 |
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| 52,269 42,073 94,342 98,862 |
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
6. RESTRICTED FUNDS
| Ann Rylands Arnold Clark Berkshire Community Foundation Berkshire Masonic Charity BNI Foundation Bracknell Lions Bracknell Town Council Children in Need Comic Relief Co-op Edward Gostling Foundation ExxonMobil Foyle Foundation Garfield Weston Foundation Gordon Palmer Heathrow Community Trust Innovation Fund Louis Baylis Charitable Trust Michael Shanly Foundation National Lottery Community Fund One Slough Prince Philip Trust Solutions4Health Summer Camp 2019 Tesco / Groundworks The Arts Society Maidenhead The Blakemore Foundation Windsor PSG |
Balance Balance 31-Mar-23 Income Expenditure Transfer 31-Mar-24 £ £ £ £ £ - 2,000 2,000 - - - 25 25 - - 452 4,989 5,047 - 394 - 62 62 - - - 1,000 1,000 - - - 300 300 - - 100 - 100 - - - 9,817 9,817 - - 1,053 1,268 2,321 - - - 8,037 2,859 - 5,177 313 5,000 642 - 4,671 - 375 - - 375 774 - 774 - - 2,214 - 2,214 - - - 750 750 - - - 180 180 - - 630 - 630 - - 62 2,303 1,027 - 1,339 1,572 3,568 5,140 - - - 19,758 - - 19,758 1,411 1,065 1,432 - 1,044 - 645 548 - 97 2,857 - 2,857 - - - 536 - - 536 - 2,160 1,339 - 821 - 300 300 - - - 100 100 - - - 950 608 - 342 |
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| 11,439 65,189 42,073 - 34,555 |
The Restricted Funds held are wholly represented by the cash reserves of the Charity.
7. CASH AT BANK AND IN HAND
| Cash at Bank and In Hand |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds 31-Mar-24 31-Mar-23 £ £ £ £ 5,403 42,684 48,087 31,008 5,403 42,684 48,087 31,008 |
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
8. DEBTORS AND PREPAYMENTS
| Sundry Debtors Gift Aid Tax Recoverable Prepayments Total Debtors and Prepayments |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds 31-Mar-24 31-Mar-23 £ £ £ £ 5,970 533 6,503 3,661 - - - - 1,810 - 1,810 2,259 7,780 533 8,313 5,919 |
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9. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
| Accrued Expenses Deferred Income Independent Examiners Fee PAYE and NI Pension Contributions Sundry Creditors |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds 31-Mar-24 31-Mar-23 £ £ £ £ - 1,257 1,257 2,766 - 7,404 7,404 10,139 636 - 636 660 188 - 188 182 69 - 69 24 1,461 - 1,461 1,290 2,354 8,661 11,015 15,060 |
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10. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE IN MORE THAN ONE YEAR
The Charity had no long-term liabilities during this financial period.
11. STAFF COSTS AND NUMBERS
| Gross Wages and Salaries Employer's National Insurance Costs Pension Contributions Activities to Further Charity's Objectives Fundraising Activities |
2023/2024 2022/2023 £ £ 70,413 75,441 - - 146 121 |
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| 70,558 75,561 |
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| 2023/2024 2022/2023 1.88 2.15 0.17 0.17 2.05 2.32 |
No employees received emoluments in excess £60,000 (2022/23: None). All employed members of staff are paid through the PAYE system.
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THE AUTISM GROUP
(Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] MARCH 2024
12. TRUSTEES AND OTHER RELATED PARTIES
The only payments made to Trustees, or any persons connected with them, during this financial period relate to reimbursements for items purchased on behalf of the Charity in furthering the Charity's objects. No material transaction took place between the organisation and a Trustee, or any person connected with them.
13. RISK ASSESSMENT
The Trustees actively review the major risks which the Charity faces on a regular basis and believe that maintaining the free reserves stated, combined with the annual review of the controls over key financial systems carried out on an annual basis will provide sufficient resources in the event of adverse conditions. The Trustees have also examined other operational and business risks which they face and confirm that they have established systems to mitigate the significant risks.
14. RESERVES POLICY
The Trustees have considered the level of reserves they wish to retain appropriate to the Charity’s needs. This is based on the Charity's size and the level of financial commitments held. The Trustees aim to ensure the Charity will be able to continue to fulfil its charitable objectives even if there is a temporary shortfall in income or unexpected expenditure. The Trustees will endeavor not to set aside funds unnecessarily.
15. PUBLIC BENEFIT
The Charity acknowledges its requirement to demonstrate clearly that it must have charitable purposes or 'alms' that are for the public benefit. Details of how the Charity has achieved this are provided in the Trustees’ report. The Trustees confirm that they have paid due regard to the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit before deciding what activities the Charity should undertake.
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