sightA4YP(xt REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER 1170013 (England & Wales) PREPARED BY CliAivI ?I.EYS I_HARTERED CER TIFIED ACCOUNTANTS CHAMPLEYS MEWS. MARKET PLACE. PICKERING Y018 7AE
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE CHARITY INFORMATION AS AT 31ST MARCH 2025 Trustees Ann Ruddlck Judlth Carr Julia Mary White Kevin Davis Maria Jacqueline Clerkin Nicholas Medcalf Martyn Herrin8 Patricia Langton Accountants Champleys Chartered Certlfled Accountants Charnpleys Mew5 Market Place Plckering Y018 7AE Bankers Virgin Money Skipton Buildlng Society Prlnclpal Operatlng Address Norton Hlve Communlty Llbrary Commercial Street Norton Malton Y017 9ES
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE TRUSTEES, REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 TheTrustees present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31st March 2025. Batk8round and Structure The legal name of the Charity is Sight Support Ryedale. The Charity was established by a constitution adopted on 2nd November 2016. On 3rd November 2016 it became a CIO. The Charity 15 registered in En8land & Wales wlth the Charity Commlsslon in En8land & Wales (CCEW) with charty number 1170013. Summary of the purposes and actlvlties of the Charlty The aim of the Charity is to promote any charitable purpose which wlll benefit adults Ilving in Ryedale who are vlsually impaired, in particular by: provldlng regular meetlngs where members can come together in a welcoming atmosphere and partlclpate In social and other activities chosen by themselves; disseminating information about visual and technical assistance which could benefit members; providing signposting about the range of state or any other benefits which exist to assist sight impaired persons, fosterin8 the confidence and enjoyment of members by enabllng them to take pèrt in wider activlties such as outings. representlng the needs and vlews of members to ststutory authorlties, eharltsble groups and others who provide services for the visually impaired Pvbllc Benefit Statement Throughout the year the Slght Support Ryedale Board of Trustees had regard to the 8uldellnes on publlc benefit as set out by the Charlty Commission when exercising powers or duties to which the guldance Is relevant. Trustees The followin8 persons served as Trustees durlng the year ended 31st March 2025: Trustee Office Trustee AppolntmentslReslgnatlons Ann Rudditk Judith Carr Julia Mary White Kevin Davis Maria Jacqueline Clerkln Martyn Herrin8 Nlcholas Medcalf Patrlcla Langton Treasurer Chair Appointed 8th May 2024 Nicholas Medcalf resigned as Chair and was replad by Robin Spencer on 18th June 2025. Staff. Mana8ement and Selertlon of Trustees One third of our Trustees in rotation are required to stand down at the Charlty's Annual General Meetin8, but those bein8 eligible and who wish to can offer themselves for re-election. Trustees are appointed at the annual general meetin8 and are recruited from people who have an interest in the Charity. The Charity is controlled and directed by the elected members of the executive committee. Rlsk Management The executive committee continues to examine the principal areas of the Charivs operations to review the major risks which may arise In each area. In the opinion of the executive committee, this review enables such risks to be Identified and allows them to be mitigated to an acceptable level in the Charitys day to day activities.
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE TRUSTEES, REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 Revlew of the Charlty's achlevements and perforniance. Includlng the dlfference the Charlty has made to the beneflclarles and to wlder soclety throughout the year In 2024-2025 Sight Support Ryedale continued to deliver a high quality - person centred service that significantly Improved the lives of individuals living with visual impairments across Ryedale. Our work this year has demonstrated a strong and 5UStained impact on both our beneficiaries and the wider community supporting not only individual Independence and wellbeing but also increasing public awareness and inclusion. Over the year we provided vital support to Members through flexible. acce5s1ble services delivered at our Norton Centre, in people's homes and at community venues. We introduced improved assessment- models Including a strengths based and initial contact approach to ensure early tsilored interventions. These change5 led to quicker access to support and more personalised service planning, placing members at the heart of their support. Our activitles shaped and co- produced with members included swimming, dance, chalr aerobics, country walks, arts and crafts and assistive technology support. These not only enhan physical health and confidence but also play a crucial role in reduclng Isolation. Friendship groups remained a cornerstone of our servlce providing essential peer support and creating a sense of belon8in& especially in rural areas. The charlty also made a positive contribution to the wider society. Through presentstions, community partnershlps and participation in events we increased awareness of visual impairments amon8 local counclls. health providers, and the publlc. Our collaborative work with organisations such as Yorkshire Housin& Food Share, Libraries and GP sur8erles helped bridge gaps in understandin8 and improved referral pathways. We supported emotional wellbeing through partnershlps wlth Eye Cllnlc Llalson Officers, Mental Health services and Local Gys, ensuring the members received timely and appropriate emotional support. Volunteers were fundamental to our delivery. with 28 individuals contributing across all areas of service. Thelr time and commitment expanded our reach, particularly for transport and befriendin8 SUPPOrt, and created strong links within the community. Despite ongoing rural transport challenges, we continued to adapt and explore practlcal solutions to improve access. Looking ahead, we are enhancing our branding and visibility, increasing our social rnedla reach, and expanding our servlce, Including pilotin8 a lon8er, day- service-style friendshlp sesslons to better meet the memberfs needs. Overall, Sight Support Ryedale, with the support of lottery funding, has provided clear and measurable benefitto individuals. the wider public. and partner organi5ations. We remain committed to developing inclusive, impactful services that enable people with si8ht loss to live fulfillin8, connected lives.
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE TRUSTEES, REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 Statement of Trustees. Responslbllitles The Trustees are responsible for preparing the tru5tees' report and financial statements in accordance wlth appllcable law and United Klngdom Accountlng Stsndards (Unlred Kingdom Generally Accepted Accountlng Prartlcel. The law applicable to charities in England and Wales require the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the Charity for that year. In preparing these financial statements the Trustees are required to.. select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently: o obseple the methods and principles in the Charities SORP, o make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent: prepare the financial statement on the ongoing concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the harity will continue in operation. The Trustees are resF)onsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 1993, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. and the provislons of the Charity's constltution. They are also responsible for safeguarding the a55ets of the Chartty, and hence for taking reasonable steps for prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. Thls report was approved by Sight Support Ryedale trustees and is signed on their behalf bv: obin Spencer Chairman Dated
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE TRUSTEES. REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 Flnanclal Revlew The flnanclal posltion of the Charity as at 315t March 2025 as more fully detailed in the accounts, can be summarised as follows: 2025 2024 Income Expendlture Net Surplus/lDeficitl 157,084 1148,859) 8,225 89.487 199,1501 {9,6631 Unrestrlcted Funds Restrlcted Funds Desl8nated Fund5 Total Funds 48,867 23,780 29,500 102,147 38,484 25,938 29,500 93,922 The results for the year show a surplus of £8,225. Total reserves amounted to £102,147 at as at 315t March 2025, of which £48,867 are unrestricted. The Charity's income primarily derives from the National Lottery fund, although there are restrictions on what these funds can be spent on. The accounts can vary f rorn surplus to deficit depending on the tlmin8 of the fundin8 recelved. Reserves Pollcy The Trustees malntaln a designated fund of £29,500 {2024'. £29,500). The Trustees acknowledge that unrestrlcted cash reserves are required to:. cover any redundancy or other costs that may arise in the event of closure o as a source of funds of last resort In the event of cost overruns on activities that can not be met elsewhere The Board ofTrustees have reviewed the amount designated and assess It to be adequate to cover the above requlrements.
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER TO THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 As a practising member firm of the As%xiation of Chartered Certified Accountants. we are subject to its ethical and other professional requirements which are detsiled at http:l/rulebook.accaglobal.com/ I report on the accounts of Sight Support Ryedale for the year ended 31st March 2025, which are Set out on page5 7tol2. Respectlve Responslbllltles of Trustees and Examlnei The charity'5 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 Ithe 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It Is my responsibility to: o examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act; to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the 2011 Act: and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of the 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 compari50n of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual item5 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 Examinerfs Statement In connection with my examination. no matter ho5 come to my attention: l. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect, the requirements: o to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act. or to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records: or • concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charitie5 (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 otherthan any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not matterconsidered as partof an independent examination. have not been met. or 2. to which. in my opinion, attention should be drawn in orderto enable a proper understanding ofthe accounts to be reached. Mlchael Richmond FCCA on beholf of Champleys Chartered Certified Accountsnts Champleys Mews Market Place Pickering Y018 7AE 20th October 2025
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 315T MARCH 2025 Notes 2025 Breakdown By Fund Unrestricted Restricted Designated 2025 Total 2024 Total Recelpts Bank Interest Donations, Legacies and Grants Fundraising Activities and Events Sundry Income 1,549 4,718 4,532 459 1,549 150,544 4.532 459 145.826 83,769 5.715 Total Recelpts 11,258 145,826 157,084 89,487 Payments Charitable Activltles Support Costs Fundraising Costs Governance and Adminlstratlon 70 805 118,OSS 28,392 118,125 29,197 82,422 15,714 69 945 1,537 1,537 Total Payments 875 147,984 148,859 99,150 Reconclllatlon of Funds Total Funds Brought Forward Transfers Beleen Funds 38,484 25,938 29,500 93,922 103,585 Surplus / (Deficit) for the Year 10,383 (2.1581 8,225 (9,6631 Totèl Funds Carried Forward 48,867 23,780 29,500 102,147 93,922
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 31ST MARCH 2025 Bl Cash Funds Accounts Current Account 2025 2024 77,217 24,713 217 70,541 23,164 217 Deposit Account Cash Account Total 102.147 93.922 Represented by Funds Unrestricted Restricted Designated Total 48,867 23.780 29,500 102,147 38,484 25,938 29,500 93,922 B2 Other Monetary Assets Gift Aid Claim12023, 2024 and 2025 Estimate) Totsl 2,219 2,219 1,738 1,738 B3 Investment Assets B4 Assets Retalned for the Charlty's Own Use B5 Uabllttles PAYE Pension Contributions Other Accruals 1.295 277 1,160 2,732 1,370 434 775 Total 2,579 For and on behalf of all the Trustees Robin Spence -ch Dated Martyn Herring- Treasurer Dated
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDAIE NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 l Basls of Accountlng These accounts have been prepared on the Receipts and Payments basis in accordance with Section 144121 of the Charities Act 2011. 2 Accounting Polldes Donated Goods, SerVIs and Facilities Donated goods, services and facilities are measured at fair value (the amount for which the asset could be exchanged) unless impractical to do so. Governance and Support Costs Support costs have been allocated between governance costs and other support. Governance costs comprise all costs involving public accountsbility of the charity and its compliance with regulation and good practice. Volunteer Help The value of any voluntary help is not included in the accounts. but is described in the trustees, annual report. Fixed Assets for use by Charity The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Assets are shown on the ststements of assets and liabilities if they can be used for more than one year. and cost at least £300. 3 Nature and Purpose of Funds Unrestrirted Funds Funds that may be used at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the objects of the charity. Restricted Funds Fund5 that may only be used for specific purposes. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for specific purposes. Designated Funds A reserve set aside to cover possible closure costs that could arise sometime in the future if there was a need. This figure is the current estimate of such costs. There has been no change in this financial year. 4 Breakdown of Donatlons, Le8acles and Grants 2025 Breakdown Notes Unrestrirted Restricted 2025 Total 2024 Total Deslgnated Barchester Healthcare Boccia Bright Sparks Fittwilliam Estste Methodist Women In Britsin North Yorkshire Sport National Lottery Royal Virtoria Trust Wilf Jack50n Trust Other Small Grants and Donation5 Total 1,830 1,000 3,000 2,500 2,500 900 5,394 68,000 137,246 5.000 1,080 137,246 5.000 1.080 4,718 150,544 4,718 4.718 3,645 83,769 145,826
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE NOTES TO THE ACCOUNT5 FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 5 Breakdown of Expendlture on Charltable Artlvities 2025 Breakdown Notes Unrestrlrted Restrlcted 2025 Total 2024 Total De51gnated Activities and Support Groups Excursions and Travel Newsletter Resource Centre Products Wages and Salaries Website and Maintenance 70 7.439 5,215 498 7,509 5,215 498 592 9,931 139 741 70,425 594 2,454 101.614 835 2,454 101,614 835 io Total 70 118,055 118,125 82,422 6 Breakdown of Expendlture on Support Costs 2025 Breakdown Notes Unrestricted Restrlcted 2025 Total 2024 Total Deslgnated Equipment Expensed Insurance Printing, Stationery & Office Supplies Rent of Premise5 Room Hire IT Support and Software Costs Staff Training and Welfare Staff Travel Telephone and Internet General Expenditure Total 3.813 1,220 755 3.813 1,220 1,560 10,875 1,380 2.186 70 4.966 2,954 173 750 911 805 1,038 3,400 804 10.875 1,380 2,186 70 1,852 94 3,282 2,338 1,245 15,714 4.966 2,954 173 805 28,392 5,033 7 Breakdown of Expendlture on Governance and Admlnlstratlon 2025 Breakdown Notes Unrestrlrted Restricted 2025 Total 2024 Total Deslgnated Accountancy & Independent Examination Outsourced Services Payroll and Pension Administration Trustees Expenses Total 875 875 775 362 362 300 300 170 1,537 1.537 945 io
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDALE NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 8 Breakdown of Fund Movements12024 - Prlor Year) B/Fwd Receipts Payments Transfers C/Fwd Restricted Barchester Healthcare Boccia Plus Bright Sparks Duke ofyork Community Initiative Methodist Women In Britain National Lottery North Yorkshire County Council North Yorkshire Sport NY stronger Communities Royal Victoria Trust Siriu5 Minerals Transpennine Two Ridings Trust 1.830 1.000 3,000 1450) 1.380 1.000 1,990 3.601 480 (I,oio) 3.601 900 1420) 171,677) 11.000) 1673) 1684) 1139) 7.932 3.025 68.000 4,255 2,025 4.721 3,471 97 5,394 4.155 236 5,000 4.925 6.045 34.919 {5,0001 14.014) 14,0381 184.1051 911 2,007 25.938 80,124 {5.000) Deslgnated Funds Managed Closure and Refurbishment 29,500 29.500 Unrestrirted Funds 39.166 9,364 115,0461 5,000 38,484 Totsl Funds 103,585 89,488 199.1511 93,922 9 Breakdown of Fund Movements (2025 - Current Year) BIFwd Receipts Payments Transfers CIFwd Restrlcted Barchester Healthcare Boccia Plus Bright Sparks Duke of York Community Initiative Fitswilliam Estste Methodist Women In Britain National Lottery North Yorkshire County Council North Yorkshire Sport NY Stronger Communities Royal Victoria Trust Transpennine Two Ridings Trust Wilf Jackson Trust 1,380 1,000 1.990 3,601 11.3801 12471 11.9901 11,655) 753 1,946 2,500 2.500 1480) 1133,1031 12,025) 14,014) 1751 1971 19111 {2.0071 4,255 2,025 4,721 3,471 97 911 2,1)07 137,246 8,398 707 3.396 5.000 5,CMJO 1,080 145.826 1.080 23,780 25.938 {147,9841 Deslgnated Funds Managed Closure and Refurbishment 29,500 29,500 Unrestricted Funds 38,484 11,258 {8751 48,867 Total Funds 93,922 157.084 1148.8591 102,147 li
SIGHT SUPPORT RYEDAIE NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025 10 Staff Numbers, Payroll and Penslon Costs 2025 Breakdown Notes Unrestrlcted Re5trlcted 2025 Total 2024 Total Designated Direct Wages Employer Pension ContribLttions Employer National Insurance Total 95,567 3,542 2.505 101,614 95,567 3,542 2,505 101,614 67,816 2.286 323 70,425 There were an average of 5 staff workers in 202512024 . 31. All staff are payroll employed. 11 Trustee Expenses and Related Party Transaction5 No trustee received a remuneration for services rendered. No trustee, or anyone connected wlth a trustee, has a material interest in any of the charity's transactions. 12