DoWs￿an Enveknpe ID.. 9BDF7481_18E544WB(l￿?x150Es￿J 2022 Newlife the Charity for Disabled Children ANNUAL ACCOUNTS 31ST MARCH 2022 Docuspjn En¥èlope ID" 98DF7481-18EWD&BOA&75C130E53EF3 Contents Page Trustees Report Statement of Financial Activities 32 Charity Balance Sheet Statement of Cash flows 33 34 Notes to the Accounts 35 Independent Auditor's Report 46 DrKuSvJn En%tbpe ID.. 9BDF7481.18EWD8-B1I4B-75c1￿S3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 The Trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31st March 2022 Who are we? Newlife is the largest charity provider of specialist equipment for children and young people with disabilities in the UK, with over 30 years, experience. We operate the only specialist service that provides equipment in crisis situation5 to children and young people with disabilities. This is often because they a￿ in pain, cannot leave hospital or are unsafe. We also provide equipment to enhance young lives, giving opportunities such as the chance to talk to family and friend5, ViSIt grandparents, go on holiday or to college or university. Children and young people with disabilities are not asking for much, they want the opportunities to be the best they can be and enjoy experiences that other5 take for granted. Why does Newllfe exSst? There are 1.3 million children and young people wlth a disability in the UK. In the last ten years the percentage of children and young people with a disability has gone from 60/0 of the equivalent population to 9010. Many families are battling to get the support and equipment they need from local services. often facing long delay5 to get the assessments and support they need. 900/0 of 205 families we spoke to, all supported by Newlife, told us that without Newlife, it is unlikely they would have been able to get the equipment needed for their child. Newlife exists because without us, many thousands of children and young people with disabilities would go without. If it was your child, you would want the very best for them this is what we want too. What do we do? We provide thousands of childreni young people and their famllies with life- changing specialist equipment. We give helpi information and support to thousands of families through our Nurse Helpline service. We give the gift of play and the opportunity to learn new skills through our popular Play Therapy Pod loan service. We campaign and advocate on behalf of families of children and young people with a disability, ensuring that their voice is heard. We provide opportunities for adults with additional needs through employment and volunteering, giving them the chance to learn new skills, interact with others in a positive and encouraging environment and to provide a means for career development. Raising funds - We take excess goods and turn them into equipment Newlife raises the funds we need through fundraising but also through the recycling and re-use of un-required clothes, shoes, bags and home furnishings. We take this stock, which is destine for landfill (over 17.000 tonnes this year) from leading retailers acr05S the UK and Europe and give 'new life, to these items, preserving the environment footprint that it took to produce them, regularly saving 10,000 carbon tonnes each year. DowS*n Eft¥aloFe ID.. gBDF7461_18EWD&8W75C130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 Newlife's Vision, Mission and Values Our Vision That EVERY disabled or terminally ill child and their family get- The equipment they depend on, the quality of life they deserve, the caring support they need and the chance to benefit from pioneering medical research. Our Mlssion 'Together we will make life better, for disabled or terminally ill children and their families. Our Values Always compassionate and deserving of trust - in all we do. Making thing5 happen for those we serve. Leading in our field - to make things better. People at our heart - every day. Why? Because if it was a child you loved you would want the best for them Objectlves Newlife's charitable objects for the public benefit are set out in the constitution of the charitable Sncorporated organisation. The objectives are set by the trustees to meet these aims and are summarised below, a comprehenslve ￿VIeW of each service is included on pages 3 to 20: l) 'Resculng chlldren in crisis. Emergency Equlpment 2) 'Be the best you can be. _ Improved quallty of Ilfe equlpment 3) 'New Ilfe through play, . Learn and Play Equlpment 4) 'Positive change for all dlsabled chlldren. Campalgning & Advocacy 5) 'Famlly Informatlon & caring support. _Nurse Helpllne and Onllne chat 6) 'Change your life and the Ilves of dlsabled children, Volunteering 7) 'Protecting the environment. . Recycle and Re-use DoNJS¥N EnveW10." gBOF7481.18EWD&a(W&75C1￿Es3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 Summary of the Year How has Newlife changed lives thls year7 - take a look below and see for yourself the impact we have made. l. Unique Emergency Equipment Response - 'Rescuing chlldren in crises, Newlife is the only national charity providing emergency specialist equipment to disabled children in crisis. The impact from the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect children and young people with disabilities and their families as they face a battle to get the equipment they need. Many local areas have substantial waiting lists, and fewer professionals to help than before and as a result we have heard from families who are waiting over 12 months to get assessment5 for the equipment they so desperately need. Often families come to Newlife in crisis Sltuations. Many children and young people with a disability cannot afford to wait. If they don't get the treatment, intervention and care, at key milestones or when crisis hits, they end up more disabled and suffer greater pain and danger. Their families are driven to desperation and parents and/or carers can even injure themselves trying to overcome this absence of equipment and support. Newlife's unique and trusted Emergency Equipment Loan service can get vital equipment to fam ilies in desperate need within Just 72 hours when required. Newlife can also 'fast track, grant application5 for equipment for children in urgent need. We have and continue to respond to desperate situations, where children are: unsafe at home, without the specialist beds they need to sleep safely. In pain, without the specialist seats they need to help with posture and comfort. stuck In hospltal because they don't have the specialist equipment they need to be discharged. life limited but families have been deprived equipment that could help to create memories and enjoy precious time together. DO￿s￿an EThvekipe ID.. 9BDF7481.18EWDB-BOAB-75C130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 Harper's story Flve-year-old Harper experience$ up to 200 seizures a day and couldn't safely leave her home - until Newlife stepped in to help with the emergency loan of a specialist buggy. *F Harper suffered a stroke at birth which left her wlth Cerebral Palsy and weakness in her right slde, but just over a year ago she began to experien￿ terrifying seizures, whSch quickly escalated to around 200 a day. As Harper had outgrown her own buggy, mum, Megan, and stepdad, Jason, could no longer safely take her outside their home. In desperation they tumed to Newllfe. "Harper would repeatedly fall and hurt her$elf" Megan sald: "Before we had the speclallst buggy from Newlife in October we had nothing to help us, so we struggled every day. Harper would repeatedly fall and hurt herself if she tried to walk - and I'm only 5ft 21ns so it was such a struggle to try and carry her. It got to the point when she didn't even want to get out of bed as she knew she would hurt herself. It was heart-breaklng. 'Havlng the buggy from Newlife was an absolute God send, it is big enough to keep Harper comfortable and has a strap to keep her safely in position. has convenient hooks for her tube feeds and Harper can also sit facing me, so I can always keep an eye on her. We could flnally take her out wherever we needed to, and she could even see frlends. When Harper wa$ Jdmltted to GOSH, the buggy made Ilfe so much easler. However. Just a few months later Harper's sebzures suddenly became so severe her doctors belleved the only way to help her was to place her in an induced coma through November and December 2021 followed by surgery In February 2022 to dlsconnect the left side of her brain to stop the selzures. Megan said= "It was a scary time, but we were even able to use the specialist buggy in Great Ormond Street Hospital to safely transfer her from ward to ward, rather than having to wait for porters. It made life so much easier. "Now Harper is home and doing well as she recovers from surgery. We still need the buggy to take her to weekly hospital appointments and she will still 100 per cent need the buggy due to the weakness from Cerebral Palsy, brain damage and because she doesn't have very good head control. Although she's not having seizures anymore, she does still get auras which make her feel dizzy. 'I don't know what we would do without Newlife." Docusign En￿ ID.. 9BDF7481.18EWoU￿7scI2oE5JEF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 The figures TARGET SET for 21/22 - Expand the equipment in the Emergency Equipment Loan suite, so we can help more children in Crisis. In 21122 Overall Newlife helped 938 children in crisis (emergency loans and grants), down from 1,200. Despite the overall reduction more emergency loans (574) were provided compared to 20/21 (507). Newlife spent over £902k on equipment for disabled children in crisis - £200k less than the prior year's figure. 580/0 of equipment grants awarded were fast tracked for emergencies. This is down on last year's figure (69010). This is in-line with Newlife's strategy to prioritise 5UPPOrt for those disabled children and their families who are in crisis situations with emergency loans. The impact - 'Keeplng chlldren safe, reducing pain and improving care,. In 21/22 to establish the impact of our emergency equlpment services we Interviewed families about the impact on their child's life: 880/0 of 127 families told us their child Ss now safe. Families strongly agreed or agreed when asked if thelr child is now safer, with a reduced risk of injury. In addition, 800/0 of families told us that the whole family felt safer now in comparison with before they received their equipment. 820/0 of 125 families told us thelr chlld Is now more comfortable and in less pain. Families strongly agreed or agreed when asked if their child was more comfortable and, in less pain now, than prior to receiving their equipment. 650/0 of 62 families told us their child is now healthier than before they had their equipment 68•/0 of 60 families specifically receiving a specialist bed/cot reported that their child slept better than before they received their equipment Emergency equipment - your wordsi your stories! Life changing for the whole family - I cannot express into words how, just by having this bed, it s changed our lives. It has been life changing for the whole family. For my husband and I and our three boys. My son has even stopped hi5 sleep medication (melatonin). I know my son is safe at night and he is much more awake in the day and so he is more interactive at school. He 15 a much happier child. Thank you Newlife. My son is now safe when going to vital medical appointments. We can't say enough words to show our appreciation ftir the new car seat for my son. Now we can DowS¥n En%￿(￿ ID.. 9BDF748l.l8EWD&B￿75C1>￿53EFJ NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31sf MARCH 2022 take him safely to all the medical appointments he has and have the peace of mind that he is safe and supported the way he needs to be in the car. Thank you again. Someone was listening to us. The equipment made us feel like our struggles were being listened to and that somebody cared obout our son s wellbeing. The equipment made us realise even more just how much we needed it and couldn't be without it. 2. Changing Lives - providing equipment that enhances their quallty of life and gives children the chance to 'be the best that they can be. It means: A child or youn9 person is able to go to school, to college, to university because of their powered wheelchair. A child is able to sit and eat at the table with their family because of their special seat. A child is able to tell thelr mother or father they love them, for the first time, with a communication aid. A child is able to walk after being previously written off as 'will never walk again, because of their specialist walking frame. A child's condition will not get worse, preventing the need for surgery at young age because they have the right chair or bed to support them. Every child should be supported to fulfil their potential and not be defined by their disability. The examples given above may not be crisis situations, but they are everyday life events that we can all take for granted. Why should disabled children and young people be any dlfferent? Newlife provides a complete service from applications onwards, assisting, liaisingi ordering and arranging delivery and installation if required. The thank-you letters received from families and our impact surveys show the real impact these grants have on the lives of children and young people. Docusw En%￿7￿* ID.. 9BDF7481-18EW￿BON￿7SC1X￿S3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 315r MARCH 2022 Ezra's story Five-year-old Ezra can Soin In wlth his class at School and enjoy his own independence, thanks to a new drug to halt a progressive and life Ilmiting condltion in St5 tracks and a speclalist Ilght weight wheelchair provided by Newlife. Ezra. was t>om with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type I and diagnosed wlth the progresslve condltion at just four months old. Until a few years ago he would have likely died before the age of two, as the rnuscles needed for swallowing and breathlng became too weak - but thanks to a new drug called Spinraza the development of his symptoms has been significantly slowed. Although Ezra can't walk or stand on his own, he does have limited use of his arms, 50 physlotherapy is vltal to Strengthen his muscles. A wheelchair he can self- propel will not only help develop the strength he needs, but it will also allow him the independence he craves, enable him to play with his friends and build confidence in his own abilities. A5 his independence flourishes. It will also bring hlm more opportunlties to enjoy life in the years to come somethlng every child should be able to do. However, the family were only offered a standard, heavy, wheelchalr for Ezra and, on assessment, he wasn't strong enough to Use It. Not being able to 9lve Ezra the Independence he craved was heart-breaklng. Mum Portia said: 'Ezra wouldn't still be here without Spinraza, we know that it's because of this he Is survlvlng, but we want hlm to really Ilve. To make the most of his life he really needed the rlght equlpment to help him. "Ezra could Just about move on his own In the heavy wheelchalr durfng the assessment andl thought, 'fantastlc' but they sald he couldn't move it well enough to have St. It v4as heart-breaking. "Ezra Is really bright and loves any bit of independence he con get. He started reception class In mainstream school in September, but only had an adaptive seat on whee15 which must be pushed. without a wheelchair he can't move anywhere or do anything by himself without an adult to move him. He can't join in the way he wants.- Ezra's parent$ turned to Newlife for help funding a light-weight wheelchalr. Now Ezra has the wheelchair he needs from Newlife there's no stopping him and he's been practlclng with his new wheels. "We love the chair - it's bdlliant it's so good for him and will be great for helping him to build up his muscles. It will make such a differencel" DowSbJn Envebrt ID. 9BDF74B1.l8EWD&￿75cl30ES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 The figures TARGET SET for 21/22 - Continue to fund equipment (where funds allow) whlch wlll make a significant difference to the quality of life of a disabled child In 21122 While helping children in crisis was the number one priority, Newlife still helped 265 disabled children through equipment to improve their quality of life. Newlife spent £499k to improve the quality of life for disabled children through equipment. This means that the average cost of each child helped was £1,883. The impact - 'Aiding recovery after major surgeryi able to 90 on hollday and more quallty tlme as a famlly. 920/0 of 65 familles agreed they can now take their child to places and do activities, enjoying quality time together after they had received their equipment. 91010 of 65 families agreed that they were now less isolated as a family after they received their equipment. Quallty of Ilfe equlpment - your words* your stories. We've been to the zoo. the beach, and the shops!! The pushchair has made a huge impact on our family life. During the summer we managed to go to a safari park which we never would have been able to go to due to my daughter being in pain and unable to walk far. I can now take her shopping and if she has problems due to it being too crowded or noisy, I can get her out of the situation quickly. During October half term we visited grandparents 4 hours away, they wanted to take her to the beach and the local zoo. Again, without the pushchair we couldn't have done this. Trlck or Treat! Newlife have changed not just our daughter's life, but my whole family. For the first time ever, my daughters were able to go trick or treating on Halloween this year because of the equipment provided for our daughter. Seat improved my dau9hter'5 health and wellbeing! Due to the very complex health problems my daughter suffers from, both mentally and physically, there just isn't n off the shelf chair that is suitable and comfortable for her. The chair Newlife have funded really has been a saving grace and without Newlife and their massive support we would not have been able to purchase it. Before, my daughter was having to use the sofa and the floor, which was having a detrimental effect on her health, especially her scoliosis and in turn her breathing difficulties. Newlife really have helped improve my daughter's standard of livingi as well as her general wellbeing and health. She is SO happy in her seat and can enjoy life in comfort. Thank you Newlife! A new confidence following surgery thanks to our walker. The walker has been massively important to my son and our family as it has really helped him to regain DooJSKJn Envdapelo. 8BDF74B1_18EwD&B￿7sc13oES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 mobility and confidence following major surgery. We really value and appreciate all the support we had from Newlife in obtaining thi5 fantastic piece of equipment. 3. Play Therapy Pods (PTP) - 'New life through plav, The gift of play should not be underestimated. Specialist toys can be so expensive and yet they can help a child in many ways. Newlife provide5 specialist development and sensory toys for a 12-week loan period. Categories of pods range from birth right through to 18 years of age. Each pod contains a selection of specialist toys that can teach cause and effect, assist with developing handleye coordination and promote understanding of balance and movement, as well as helping with the development of motor skills and stimulating audio and visual senses. They give disabled children the chance to leam and smilel The Play Therapy Pod Servite gives children and their families the chance to 'try before they buy, and often a child will really enjoy one particular toy which parents and grandparents can then buy for a birthday or at Christmas. Docuswjn Envelore10.. 98DF74&1.18EwWB￿7Sc1￿S3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 Oscar and Theo's story Brothers who have the same Incredlbly rare neurological conditlon whlch means their life expectancy is just ten years old, have been able to play together and make memories for the•r family to treasure, thanks to Newllfe's Play Therapy P(•d servlce. Both three-year-old Oscar and his seven-month-old brother, Theo, have a condition which only afferts one In 900.000 people in the UK called Pelizaeus- Merzbacher Disease - part of o group of rare, progressive, genetic diseases called Leukodystrophy. As well a5 affecting their brain arsd spinal cord it tragically means both can lose thelr ability to walk, slt. crawl, and will eventually deteriorate, losing all the skills they have learned before they sadly pass away. To make the most of their short Ilves, parents, Cortney and Stuart desperately wanted to find a way to help Oscar and Theo Improve their moblllty, learn new skills and, most Importantly, create lastlng memories and special bonds, as a family - so turned to Newlife's Play Therapy Pods service for help. "More than Just a box of toys. It has glven us the chance to make lastlng memorles". Now. thanks to the contents of the Discovering Interartion pod. Oscar can develop hls motor skllls and reach developmental milestones while Theo happily engages in watching his big brother whlle uslng the Sensory Play pod to stlmulate all his senses. Oscar has reduced eyesight and can't walk unalded, has regular physiotherapy to help decrease hls muscle tone, reduce stiffness as well as to learn to stand and reach for toys to promote hls balance. At home, standard toys didn't keep his interest as he struggled to Use or even reach for them they Just weren't Stimulating enough for him. Often, he would 51t and lose interest in toy5 very easily. But mum Cortney says she is 'thrilled' with how much the toys from the Play Therapy Pod service have helped. She said.. 'It is $0 much more than just a box of toys. It has given us the chance to make lasting memorle5 as a family. Oscar was so excited when it arrived. The bubble machine 15 one of hls favourlte toys. He reaches up on his legs to pop the bubbles something he wouldn't do with toys before. Even hls physiotherapist has notlced how much It has helped hls core strength. "The toys have also brought the whole family closer together. Now. whilst Oscar plays with the sensory skittles, brother, Theo, Joins in by watching the lights and taking in the noises. "It's lovely to see the two of them playing together and building speclal bonds whilst exploring these amazing sensory toys. The Play Therapy Pod is incredible. The￿ are things in there you wouldn't think of buying. They have helped Oscar and Theo tremendously and we all have memories to treasure. io Do¢uSvJn En¥dope ID.. 9BDF7481.18EWO&8OAB-75C130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 The figures TARGET SET for 21122 - To grow this much sought-after servlce, helping disabled children to develop new skillsi provide distraction from pain and give families the chance to play and have fun. In 21122 Newlife provided 1,499 loans of a PTP, a 130/0 increase on the prior year {1,330). Newlife recognises the importance of play and development for children and young people with disabilities, putting more resources to help more children and families The impact of Play Therapy Pods - Your storiesi your words New Skills: "We saw him learn skills he had not shown before. We saw changes in him during the time we've had the pod and how he interacts with the toys" 'She shouted and the colours changed!. "The magic led light - My daughter loved this, and it made her go into her room to sleep and play. She figured out if she shouted at it, the colours changed. Making precious moments together; "My daughter loved the rainmaker toy. We used it in her hospital stay and She thoroughly enjoyed it. She would turn to face the sound and fixate her eyes towards the rainmaker. Those moments were precious for me. She passed away shortly before the pod was retumed. Thank you for helping us during such a trying time and creating lifelong memories. The giggles; "It was lovely to see my son giggle whilst he was playing with the toys, as a parent l enjoyed having one to one time with him in a positive way. Try before you buyj 'It's fantastic to access toys that are different to our usual ones and to try them before we perhaps buy them. Our children are unpredictable, and this has led to many unused purchases. This way we can see whether they'd make use of certain toys or not. Frog and musical instruments a big hit: My son enjoyed leaming new skills, though there was some frustration when he did it wrong, we encouraged and praised his efforts, Thanks to your help he can now build a tower without frustration. The frog is lovely and has helped him settle at night. My son also enjoys using the musical instruments and floor keyboard...it was interesting watching him realise he was making the noise each time he pressed a different key. This pod has helped him enormouslyi we are on a low income and sensory toys can be expensive. Children with Down's syndrome can take longer to learn things and can need a little extra support, it has been wonderful to have the right type of toys available to help my son learn new skills. Truly* thank youl li DocuSvJn En￿￿ore ID. 98DF7461.18EWDw￿7Sc13oE53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31SY MARCH 2022 4. Campaigning and Advocacy - 'positive change for all disabled children, Why does this matter? Because no family is immune from having a disabled child. If a child you loved suddenly became disabled, you would want the very best for them. It's personal for us too as we want the very best for every child. Through campaigns we can help thousands and even hundreds of thousands of disabled children, now and in the future, by working with national and local decision makers to change laws, overcome barriers and help set up policies that lead to equipment provision. Campaigning - Nationally What did we do7 Influencing National decisions makers As the leading experts in children's disability equipment, we are best placed to support the national development of disability services, look for opportunities to influence policies that prevent disabled children from thriving. To that end we have worked closely with a number of MP'S, ministers and members of the House of Lords including Sir Ed Davey the leader of the Liberal Democrats to highlight the issues that disabled children and their families face and to give them a voice. We will focus on the following campaign objectives: l. Call on UK and devolved Governments to publish a national circular reminding local authorities and health bodies that all disability equipment should be assessed and provided based on the needs identified. 2. Call on all nations to a9ree a maximum of 18-week period RTh (referral to treatment) for an assessment of a disabled child and following that assessment a plan to meet any equipment needs identified. 3. Call for a debate/enquiry into why disabled chIld￿n cannot get the equipment they need from local statutory services. Successes include.. Sir Ed Davey tabled two parliamentary questions on behalf of disabled children and their families.. The first asked the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care if he will make it his policy to distribute documentation to all local authorities in England re- iterating their duty to assess children in need and to provide equipment based on the findings of that assessment. The second asked the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care how £10 billion in extra funding provided as part of the COVID-19 recovery planning will tackle the waiting times for disabled children to receive an equipment assessment and what estimates has been made of the timeframe in which those waiting times will be reduced. 12 Docusign Envdope ID." 98DF7481.18E&44D&BW75C1JJE53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 Following a systematic, targeted and meaningful engagement campaign, 21 MP'S offered to,. support our campaign objertives, raise questions in the House of Common5 or look at specific constituency issues on behalf of disabled children and their families. Following communication with various relevant select committees, Diana R Johnson, Chair of the Home Affairs Committee asked the Minister of State for the Department of Health and Social Care on the 2811122 a question regarding tackling the backlog in disabled children's health services including the provision of therapies and equipment. The minister replied stating; as part of COVID-19 recovery planning we are viewing how we can improve the provision of health services, including therapies for disabled children. We have made £2 billion available in 2 1122 and a f urther £8billion from April 2022 to March 2025 to increase activity and reduce waiting times for patients including disabled children... We are supporting access to appropriate disability equipment via NHS supply Chain which maintains a f ramework contract for the supply of rehabilitation and disabled services equipment, such as paediatric wheelchairs to the NHS and other healthcare settings. The All-Party Parliamentary Group on equipment for disabled children met twice during the financial year with Newlife to cary on as the secretariat. Members were briefed by a Paediatric OT guest speaker who gave professional insight into the stretched, depleted public services available for disabled children, stating it was not uncommon for disabled children to wait for two years from when they submitted their application to when an outcome was reached. 29 other professionals completed a professional survey highlighting a lack of specific training, the impact of COVID-19 as contributing factors to what they revealed was significant concern they had regarding the quality of services available for disabled children. The Chair of the APPG, felt that the evidence submitted warranted an enquiry and a report from the APPG. 13 DocLNSvJn Envelope ID." 98DF7461.I8EWWBO￿7sc130ES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 S. Nurse Helpline & Online Chat - 'Family information & caring support. Whether it's the trauma of learning your child is terminally ill, or you need help to face the daily care challenges, Newlife is here for all families. Many families continue to feel Isolated and abandoned, unable to speak to professionals as there is a shortage of key professionals with many vacancies currently unfilled. Many of these families turned to Newlife, and our dedicated team. We're proud of our dedicated nurses, professionals and the team around them, who are there when families need them the most. We get calls and emails because of: Diagnosis - Families desperately need to understand a diagnosis, or even how they can seek a diagnosis for their child. Our nurses are also there to provide information and support if a child's condition has gotten worse. Vital local support? . Families do not know who to turn to for help or cannot get vital services, for their child, from their local health or social care services we get families the information they need to know on key workers, what services can be acce55ed and even break barriers down preventing families from getting the vital help and support they need. Equipment; it's often needed In crlsls sltuatlons - Our nurses and professional team inform families of the services that Newlife can offer, providing vital equipment that can and does change the lives of disabled children. Newlife nurses are a trusted source of support and Trustees are pleased to have ￿ceiVed reports and letters from families assisted through these services, which clearly achieve the aims of the Charity. 14 Docusigrb Envdope ID". 9BDF7481.18E&410WA&7K130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31sf MARCH 2022 Harper and Carollne's story When Caroline picked up the phone to call Newlife's free Nurse Helpline. a specialist Nurse wa5 there to provide emotional 5UPPQrt and to help the family from Kent when they were hanging on by a thread. Her daughter. Harper, is five years old and has an undiagnosed genetic condition which means her brain has stopped growing, leaving her with severely impaired vision and experiencing seizures whlch they have been told will become progressively worse as she grows older. She is non-verbal and, although she is able to walk on her own. she often uses a wheelchair to get around as she tire5 easily. Caroline, and Harper's dad, Steve, were also shocked to (Jiscover that Harper has a rare bowel disease and were devastated that she would have to undergo more tests and major surgery to treat It. When they received the news, Harper's slster, Raine, aged four, who also has complex health Issues, was only Just recovering from her eighth operation. Mum and Dad were emotionally and physically exhausted and didn't know where to turn for sUPPOrt. "It was a really traumatlc. awful time. The dlagnosls was life- changing. and we were all very emotional, we were Ilvlng off very little sleep. caring for both girls and Ralne's twln, Hettle, and didn't know what to do. We were really worried about how Harper would cope In her bed after her surgery then a friend suggested contactlng Ne%Ylife, and it's the best thing we could've done," said mum. "The Newl1￿ nurse we spoke to Was so sympalhetsc and calmin9 - it vrfas as though she could hear in my voice. I just needed som eone to talk to. It felt as though she could really undersland what wa5 going on. She helpwj u5 to find a stru¢twed path to go down and thbnk throu￿ how to deal with Harper's dia￿0515. She also reassured us that Ouf apph"cab"on to NewlifE'S EquIpm￿t Grant service frjr a Safer bed for Harper was bang considered. "Bedkn"me5 were the most distre55ing ts'me of the day. Her bed was far small for her. meaning shè could dimb over the sides and wandef around the house . one evening she nearly lell down the siairs. Harper's Dad and I took it in knwns ID sleep on the fltsor next to her every night. We felt so alonÈ but the nurse was am azing, she helped us see there was light at the end of the lumel and feaswred us that Newlife offer help and support and try to knd the bed." NoY4. thanks to the team of experienced wrses behnd Newh"fe's helpline and the delivery of a speaali5t bed from Ne￿life'S Equipmènt Grant service. Harper can sleep safely in a bed which is s￿table for her needs and safe enou￿ for her to sleep in after her operatr"on. Mum sabd.. "The bed arrived atwst the right time - •Vs a ￿[fect fit for Harper and the absolutely loves it. There are no more tear5 sleeple55 ni￿ts. arKI we ran am get a gtstsd nightrs sleep. "We can't thank Ihe nurses enough - one has even Call￿ to theth up on Harpèr and SÈÈ how she is and offerèd Èm ob'onal support in the form of a phone call. IVS an am azing service!" 15 Doc￿S￿J￿ EnYe+)re10 8BDF7481.l8EWD&8￿75CIa0Es3EFJ NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 The figures The Newlife Nurse Helpline has over 6,005 contacts from famllies. Our free online resources on tOPiCS such as social services, adapted homes and podcasts on personal wheelchair budgets and what they mean have helped thousands more families. The impact - your storiesi your words. "Just made the impossible possible" Great communlcatlon. "Amazing service. Any questions I had were always answered and communication was excellent. Really made a big difference" Caring staff; 'Really outstanding service provided. When struggling to find help It Is wonderful that your staff care. To find people to listen and care is a Godsend. I have dyslexia and the staff were always willing to help me with the forms. Knowledge and empathyi "Staff had great knowledge of my child's disability and care needs which enabled them to empathise with me. Anyone I had contact with certainly did all that they could to help and ensure that the application was completed and processed as quickly as possible. I am very grateful to everyone at Newlife for not only the equipment but also how they spoke with me. Thank you. One statutory servlce professional who regularly 5UPPOrts family applications to Newlife wrote in our anonymous survey: "The difference the equipment made to the well-being, pain relief, for the child and lessening of distress for the family, has been immeasurable. For the therapists working with these children, the support and close working you offer has also been very supportive and heartening. We feel we are working with colleagues that truly put the child's needs first. Thank youl" ACTION ON POVERTY We know that many households who live in poverty, have someone with a disability. Poverty through disability is affecting families across the UK. Many families find they have to cease working due to carer responsibilities in some cases both carers have to do this. Employment can be affected as children have complex needs which means lost days at work for parents and carers with hospital visits and surgery etc. resulting in unstable income for the household. Newlife trustees understand and recognise the phrase 'disability poverty, where a famlly is in poverty directly because of the care needs of a disabled person/child or on some occasions disabled children. How do we help famllies who are in receipt of certain 'passport benefits. which Indicate their disability Poverty? During the COVID lockdown, our Helpline Nurse5 and team recognised many families who were struggling financially with increased costs, especially as children were out of 16 DocLkSi9n En￿￿k>￿ID." 98DF748t.18EWWBW75C130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISA8LED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 school. Many parents, carers who were able to work were placed on the furlough scheme, reducing their income or in some cases faced redundancy and much uncertainty for the future. Newlife Trustees responded and quickly agreed a special reserve fund of £20,000 to help families fund everyday items, at around £100 a family. This project made such an impact, trustees agreed to extend the project and help more children and their families. During 21122 the total number of children and their families helped was 183. The impact We received so many thank you notes and emails from families, here are just a few which show the impact of this service. Help with education, during lockdown. 'Many thanks for these items. These will really benefit my two boys, and especially to be able to access any educational work, while they are not currently in school. Many thanks for these. Support when It's needed most "l Just want to say a huge thank you to everyone at Newlifel Your charity has supported us in such a challenging and difficult time and I will be forever grateful. 'We dldn't know anyone could help us. 'Blanket and canopy received. Thanks so much for this help. We didn't know anyone could help us. We have been struggling a while and my daughter really needed this. Together these flve areas of actlvlty form our equipment, information and support servlces During the 12-month period 2,985 children and their families were helped by our equipment Services and poverty project. We provided equipment to children in 94 of the 104 counties in the United Kingdom, similar to last year's figure, showing that Newlife truly is a UK wide charity. In addition, we have been contacted over 6,005 times by families via our helpline providing instances of help, information, and support. Many families downloaded our resources available via our website, providing valuable help and information on a variety of topics. In total we have offered help over 8,890 times to familles and chIld￿n through our equipment services and our helpline. 6. Volunteering 'Change your life and the lives of disabled children. How it helps Newllfe Volunteers make a real difference to Newlife, they help us to change children's lives. This can be by helping us to process the stock we ￿te1ve that can be sold in our Newlife store5, or online, by volunteering in our retail stores or by helping us to clean, prepare 17 DocuSwJn En¥elwe ID.. &*DF7481-18E>44DMW75C1J)E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31sf MARCH 2022 and send out Play therapy pods to disabled children and their families. There are so many ways in which volunteers play a vital role in 5UPPOrting Newlife. How volunteering helps the IndSvldual Volunteering has personal, professional and social benefits that help individual's lives. It gives people the opportunity to feel that they are making a difference to the lives of others, can help improve their health and wellbeing, help them to feel valued as part of a team, help them to gain confidence and self-esteem and give opportunities to meet new people and help them to feel less isolated. Newlife has also seen volunteerin9 give people the opportunity to develop new skills and gain vital experience which has provided opportunities for people to find employment at Newlife or elsewhere. Skills and Integration for Dlsabled Adults When children with disabilities grow, they often need a hand into work or help with social integration. Newlife offers disabled adults an opportunity of volunteering at Newlife, helping the charity alongside members of staff and other volunteers to process goods for retail and recycling and to help us raise funds. Since Newlife became a CIO in 2016, this has become a new object of the charity and Is part of our constitution. We believe it is crucial to give disabled young people and adults who can easily be socially excluded from society on grounds of their disability the support, training, workplace experience and volunteer opportunities they need in a meaningful, safe, social and happy environment which we believe will help them to feel part of society. The flgures 124 volunteers gave 12,655 hours to Newlife last year. Thls was a significant increase on last year's figures of 89 and 3,205 respectively. Over 4,200 volunteer hours were given by adults with additional needs. This is 350/0 of the total volunteer figure. While there were some limitations due to COVID-19, many existing volunteers were able to return and there were also lots of new people willing and able to volunteer during 20121. We are incredibly grateful to our remarkable volunteers, for all their hard work and dedication to Newlife. The impact In February 2022, we asked our volunteers to tell us what they thought about volunteering for Newlife by completing a survey. Out of the volunteers who completed the survey.. 950/0 of volunteers agreed that they were enjoying their time volunteering with Newlife. 800/0 of volunteers felt appreciated and supported. 18 Dotu&9fb EnveJopÈ ID." 98DF7481.18EWD8-Bo￿7sc130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 What do Newlife volunteers say? "I enjoy volunteering as it helps the charity. l also gain from it as it gives me a chance to mix with other people and give a structure to the week. I've made a few friends and we meet socially from time to time. "I feel valued, motivated, appreciated. It helps me with my confidence and ability to follow instructions. "I feel good to think we are working to help disabled children. "It's a testament to all concerned that l am happy to travel a considerable distance to fulfil the volunteer role. "Loved every minute and gained a Job thanks to volunteering. '1 enjoy doing something positive for a good cause and benefit from meeting, chatting with new friends. It is great to be able to work alongside my son to support him so that he is able to improve his confidence and raise his self-esteem. This in turn improve5 his overall well-being. (Volunteer who attends Wlth disabled son)" 7. Recycle and Re-use operatlon - 'Proterting the environment. Tomorrow is important - we need a healthy planet to support future generations. Newlife offers recycling services so we can help protect our planet. What does Newllfe do to protect the environment? We divert thousands of unrequired commercial product from landfill/lncineration. We work with hundreds of well-known and well-respected high street stores, designer labels and supermarkets to help them reduce their surplus waste, to find ways to re-use this product, honouring the energy resources that went into its creation and recycle it, when it cannot be reasonably re-used, recycling as much of the raw materials as possible. In 2016, as Newlife became a CIO, Newlife added a new object to its constitution to protect and preserve the environment for the public benefit through waste reduction, re- use, reclamation and recycling. How do we do this7 We take stock such as clothing, bags, shoes, accessorie5. soft furnishings, electrical items and homewares that are no longer wantedlrequired by UK and European retailers. We organise to pick it up from location if required. We then a5se5S the stock through our warehouse operation, to see if it can be re- Used, if so then we will take out the labels in line with the donors, wishes and make it ready to be sold in our retail stores across the West Midlands, East Midlands, North West and the South West. Any items that cannot be resold, we recycle using qualified and trusted partners to recycle as much as possible of the raw materials, often to create new products. 19 DocuSvJn EDveW10.. 9BDF7481.l8EW￿8￿75CljOES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 The recycle and re-use of this product sits within Newlife's commercial division. All profits from the commercial division are spent on our charitable aim5, helping to change the lives of disabled and terminally ill children. Caring for the Planet and our People is just part of what makes Newlife great and why our partners trust us to 'do the right thing, and make positive differences. There was a staggering 17,700 tonnes of carbon saved in 21122 thanks to our recycling and re-use operation. This a 360/0 increase on the 19120 figure. (20121 stock donations were significantly less due to COVID-19 lockdowns.) The impart In 21122 over 2,500 tonnes of items were collected, preventing them from ending up on landfill. Newlife's net carbon savings from donations are the equivalent of: Carbon emitted by cars doing over 51 million road mlles. Carbon emitted by 6,570 homes each year Carbon emissions saved would fill over 109 Wimbledon centre courts or 2.4 Wembley Stadiums. Publlc Beneflt In detailing the activities of the Charity, Newlife can clearly demonstrate the wide- reaching activities of the Charity in the interest of disabled, terminally ill children and their families, adults with disabilities who are a substantial part of the UK public as defined by the Charity Commission Guidance, This demonstrates'public benefit, as required by the Charity Commission. The Trustees confirm that they have referred to this guidance on public benefit when reviewing the Charity's alms and objectives and in planning future activities. Financial Review These are the fifth set of accounts for the CIO and reflect income and expenditure for the year ended 31st March 2022. The balance sheet is at the 31st March 2022. Income The main source of income in the year relates to the commercial activities of the Charity from the recycling of donated product through the Charity's network of retail locations. In addition, the Charity continued to receive both restricted and unrestricted non-capital donations during the year. These donations have been received from individual5, groups, trLJSts, foundations, companies and other organisations. It is the Trustees. view that developing new income streams should give further security to the provision and achievement of the Charity's aims. Overall, incoming resources for the year to 31st March 2022 was £14.Om (20121 £10.4m) an increase of 35010 over the comparison period. 20 Docusyn Envelope10 98DF7481.l6EWWB￿75C130E53£F3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31SF MARCH 2022 Commercial income is generated from the recycling of goods donated for the benefit of the Charity. These goods are either recycled for their raw materials or sold through the Charity's various retail locations. All the goods are donated to benefit the Charity by companies, mainly retailers, but also manufacturers and wholesalers. Gross commercial income for the year was £12.4m (20121 £5. Im) an increase of 138010, due to the extended periods of lockdown in the prior year. Income from donation5 & legacie5 and fundraising activity was £1.5m in the year (20121 £2.6m). The income has decreased over the comparison period by 42%. Interest and Investments income is generated from the handling and/or investment of funds held by the Charity. A policy on investment exists to control any risks associated with this. Income remains low in the year at £9k due to a cautious investment policy being pursued to protect the Charity's assets using a mix of low and medium-ri5k investments causing a reduction in interest and dividends. Expenditure Newlife expends resources in a number of ways: Expendlture on RaSsSn9 Funds these costs relate to the investment made in generating income to achieve the aims of the Charity. These costs are split between those in relation to the commercial operations and those relating to fundraising. In the year these costs totalled £9.6m (20121 £8.Im), with £9.Im (20121 £7.7m) in relation to commercial operations and £0.5m (20121 £0.4m) in relation to fundraising activity. Costs relating to the commercial operations have increased by 18Wo over the comparison 12 month period in line with the impact of COVID. Costs of fundraising have increased by 13010 over the prior year. During the year a return on investment of 3.2: 1 was achleved, which Is In Ilne with target. Charltable Expenditure - these are specifically related to achieving the aims of the Charity: equipment grants and loans, nurse services, campaigningi medical research and volunteering. Expenditure is in the form of grants and dirert costs. In the year to 31S1 March 2022 a total of £2.8m (20121 £3.Om) was spent across these charitable areas, of which £0.9m came from restricted income. It is the Trustees, view that the resources expended in achieving the charitable aims have been in line with the aims and objectives of the Charity with clear beneficial outcomes. It is also their view that the cost of governance of the Charity is very low. Meeting venues are donated and minimal expenses by Trustees for their duties are claimed. All this acts to keep the real costs of running the Charity at a very low level. Investment in 'fundraising' is a long-term cost. It is the Trustees, view that their investment will in time reap rewards as it is based on Sound principles and practices within the sector. At the 31st March 2022 the Charity had fund5 of £4.8m (31st March 2021 £3.Om), including restricted funds of £0.8m (315E March 2021 £0.7m). Trustee Thanks The Newlife trustees want to record their sincere thanks to Sheila Brown OBE and Colin Brown. Sheila, co-founder of Newlife retired in March 2022, after being our CEO for over 21 DocuSKJn Envelope ID". 9eDF7481.16Ew[>B-BOAB-75C1￿53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 30 years. We are extremely grateful for all her hard work and dedication, transforming Newlife from a small charity that was able to help a few families back in the early 90's to the national charity that we are today. Thanks to Sheila and Colin, Newlife now help close to ten thousand disabled children and their families each year, we have funded over £17m in pioneering research. helped adults with additional needs by givin9 them volunteering and work opportunities and this year, Newlife has saved over 17,000 carbon tonnes from landfill through our recycling and re-use operation. Sheila will continue to be an ambassador supporting Newlife as we move forward in the future. Colin worked alongside Sheila for all that time, and this year also retired from his position as Commercial Director. We can think of no better tribute to both, than quoting Sheila herself. She regularly advised people that; 'the purpose of life, is a life of purp05e'. We believe the tens of thousands of disabled children and families helped over 30 years would agree that this purpose has been fulfilled. The Trustees are grateful to the hundreds of corporate and public sertor donors who support the work of the Charity through the donation of unwanted goods. The trustees are grateful to the hundreds of donors who choose to help thousands of disabled children by supporting Newlife. Through generous donations, Newlife can respond to the thousands of requests for emergency and quality of life equipment, as well as specialist play therapy toys, each year. We are particularly grateful to: The Trustees of The Marian Elizabeth Trust, whose kind support of our Play Therapy Pods over several years has enabled this vital service to signif icantly grow. Thanks to their continued generosity, more children than ever before have access to the toys they need to help with their development and enable families to play together. BBC Children In Need, whose substantial support enabled us to provide equipment to children to enhance their lives, to give disabled children the chance and opportunity to be the best that they can be, thanks to our quality of life equlpment grants service. The trustees of The Geoff & Fiona Squire Foundation, who have generously supported our Emergency Equipment Loan service since it was established 10 years ago. The Trustees, on-going investment in this vital service has enabled us to expand our suite of loan equipment and reach a greater number of children in emergency situations The trustees of the Garfield Weston Foundation, who generously support Newlife and our Emergency Equipment loan service and have done so for many years, ensuring that Disabled Children get the equipment they so desperately need. The Regatta groupi as Newlife was able to ensure more children received equipment including specialist beds, buggies, car seats and wheelchairs, improving quality of life and helping children fulfil their potential 22 Docusign Envelope ID.. 9BDF7481-18EWD&80AB-75C130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31￿ MARCH 2022 River Island continue to generously support us through the carrier bag charge scheme with a donation made to Newlife for every plastic bag sold in store. The Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust who continue to provide vital support to Newlife. Mrs FE Hinton Charitable Trust (now closed) who generously supported our Emergency COVID Appeal The Edward Gostling Foundation and the Kytes Trust have both supported our Emergency Equipment Loan appeal, helping us to expand our suite of specialist beds and buggies. Moondance Foundation have supported our Emergency Equipment Loan service in Wales, helping u5 to provide a quick response to disabled children in urgent need The trustees of the Maureen Boal Charitable Trust who have continued their support of our Equipment Grant Service in Northern Ireland. helping us to provide specialist items to improve the quality of life for disabled children and families The Trustees wish to thank all volunteers and acknowledge the Newlife Opportunity Centre in Staffordshire that continues to allow volunteers to assist the Charity further by offering their time and skills in a variety of ways related to stock management or administration. The Trustees would like to record their Sincere thanks to all team members for their hard work, effort and dedication especially in helping us grow following the COVID pandemic and as this year has been one of significant change. Our team of dedicated staff make it happen so that we can change the lives of thousands of disabled terminally ill children and their families, help to protect the environment and give adults with additional needs and disabilities, opportunities to volunteer and get jobs. Well done Newlife team ! Key Performance Indlcators This year the key performance Indicators were reviewed with some amendments made in consultation with department heads and members of the Trustee board. The KPIS over all parts of the commercial division including stock received, production of stock delivered and commercial division sales. We also have KPIS for other key departments that work across Newlife, including the People Team, Finance, I.T and telecommunications, Governance and Compliance, Communications and Facilities. Finallyi the key performance indicators for the charitable services/aims are based around the number of children helped, individual/group policies changed through campaigning action and the number of volunteers contributing to the work of the charity. These KPIS are regularly reviewed by the Trustees. Investment Policy and Performance The Trustees having regard for the liquidity requirements of the Charity keep the investment of the Charity in a mix of equity and interest-bearing deposit accounts with 23 DocuSvJn Envdop ID". 9BDF7461-1BEw￿e1￿7sCl30ES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 the aim of achieving a return that exceeds the rate of inflation. The Trustees have given the investment manager discretion to manage the investment portfolio with an agreed risk profile. Funds are allocated across a variety of investments including cash deposits and equities designed to give both long term capitsl growth and income. Risks are managed by having a diverse range of investments. Overall that portion of investments held in equities has increased in value by 9% over the year recovering the reduction seen at the prior year end following the impact of COVID on the stock market. The Trustees are satisfied with this performance given the agreed levels of investment risk. Risk Management The Board of Trustees acknowledges its responsibility for managing risks to which the Charity is exposed. It oversees an ongoing assessment of the major risks in particular those relating to its strategic objectives, operations and finances ~ and control systems are in place to manage those risks. The responsibility for providing guidance to the Board on matters relating to risk is delegated to the CEO and Operations Director who consider the subject of risk management in the wider context of Charity management and governance. Internally, risk register is maintained where all risks are assessed and scored based on the impact they could have and likelihood of occurrence. New risks are identified as part of the ongoing development of the Charity's activities. The risk register uses a scoring matrix that is recommended by the charity commission. The risk register was drafted in consultation with all departments and was presented to trustees for review along with a summary of the more substantial risks. The trustees are also presented with and discuss the most pressing risks at the quarterly trustee meetings. The trustees agreed with the mitigation strategies put forward and have agreed to continue to review risks throughout 2022 and 2023. Charlty Governance Code The Trustee5 understand their legal duties and recognise the importance of good governance and subsequently the seven key principles of the Charity Governance code. The CEO, and the governance team review the principles of the code, apply and explain the approach that Newlife takes to the code, and discuss this with the Trustees on an annual ba515. Reserves Po15cy Due to the identified risk of having one main source of income generation i.e. the ommercial operations, the Trustees need to act wisely to ensure that a platform of funds is available to continue the work of the Charity, should income from the commercial operations stall or reduce. The Trustees review the level of reserves annually and designate funds to cover key aspects of charitable activity. As at the 31st March 2022 the Charity held reserves of £4,786,313. This is split as follows: 24 DoEuSyn Envelope ID." 98oF7481.18EwDB-B￿75C13OES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31Sf MARCH 2022 Restricted lund5 UnrestTiCteLI funds.. Desi8nèted funds Charltable aaivity reserve Accumulated charitable funds Toial Funds 795.193 717,970 144.042 3.347.078 4,786.313 1,535,(B3 3,t519.495 The Trustees have agreed that the level of unrestricted reserves should not fall below £3.3m, at the 31st March 2022 the unrestricted funds were £3,991,120. This is higher than targeted and represents continued close control of activity after the pandemic. Disabled Persons Statement At Newlife, we employ and train disabled adults and give enrlchment and purpose to disabled volunteers who work alongside our staff and other volunteers in equality and appreciation. Newlife meets all legislative requirements, including the Equality Act 20 10, to ensure equality of access and opportunity regarding recruitment and professional development and is the holder of the disability Positive mark level 2. 350/0 of all our volunteer hours this year were provided by adults with additional needs (total of over 4,200 hours). We believe it is crucial to give disabled young people and adults who can easily be socially excluded from society on ground5 of their disability the support, training, workplace experience and volunteer opportunities they need in a meaningful, safe, social and happy environment which we believe will help them to feel part of society. Fundralsing Section 162a of the Charities Act 2011 requires charities to make a statement regarding fundraising activities. Although we do not undertake widespread fundraising from the general public, the legislation defines fundraising as "soliciting or otherwise procuring money or other property for charitable purposes. Such amounts receivable are presented in our accounts as "Donations and Legacies". Our people The work of our charity impacts people throughout our community. Our sUPPOrters and donor5 often have a personal connection to our cause and the nature of our services is a healthy reminder of the care which must be taken when fundraising. The charity is a member of the Fundraising Regulator and abides by the Code of Fundraising Practice it sets out. Newlife exists for the benefit of disabled and terniinally ill children throughout the UK, providing specialist, fast-track equipment and campaigning for systemic change. Philanthropic funding has already helped to sustain this work but the recent impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Newlife'5 commercial operations combined with an increase in 25 D￿KuS￿n En%*lopÈ ID." 98DF7481.18EwDm￿7%l￿ES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITh FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31sf MARCH 2022 demand for services has brought the need for increased and more predictable fundraised income firmly into focus. In order to respond to the changing landscape of fundraising and to meet future demand and growth of services, we continue to build on our existing relationships as well as maximise income from three key areas: corporate, charitable trusts and community. All fundraising activity is carried out by skilled, professional, paid fundraisers. Working wlth thlrd party fundraisers The charity benefits from lottery income via its contract with Unity, set up in 2016. In order to grow this income stream a new partnership commenced in Q4 21122 with Make a Smile Lotteryi owned and run by St Helena Hospice. All activities carried out by Make a Smile on behalf of Newlife are regularly reviewed and monitored. Clear polices are in place to support vulnerable people and scripts are in place to avoid any mis selling or representation of the charity, The day-to-day management of all income generation is delegated to the Newlife leadership team, who are accountable to the Trustees. The Charity is not bound by any undertaking to any regulatory scheme however the Charity is a member of the Fundraising Regulator and complies with the relevant codes of practice. There were no compliance issues or failures ￿gardIng fundraising standards. Our data All fundraising data is stored in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR 2015) and the Data Protection Act 1998. We have a clear privacy statement on our website and any electronic communications sent out give options to opt out at any time, We apply the legitimate interest test where opt in has not been received for any communications sent via post Durlng the year no opt outs We￿ ￿ceiVed via the Fundraising Preference Service. Complaints We endeavor to operate in a transparent and open manner as well as protect members of our community and supporters who may be vulnerable. The following fundraising policies were put in place during this year and are to be reviewed regularly.. Gift Acceptance and Refusal Protecting vulnerable people while fundraising Dealing with fundraising complaints We strive to provide excellent levels of supporter care and relationship management to ensure all fundraisers and donors have a positive experience when supporting Newlife. In 21/22 no complaints were received in relation to fundraising activities. 26 DocuSwJn En¥eki￿ ID.. 9BDF7481.18EWD&BOA&75C130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 Serious Incident Reports This year we have completed one serious incident report to the charity commission, following an ICO reportable data breach that occurred in February 2022, when the Newlife website was breached. Immediate measures were taken to secure the website, notify all those potentially affected and to notify the ICO and the charity commission. We have provided all additional information requested from the ICO. Since the breach we have completed a comprehensive and thorough review of all data processing in the charity, reviewed all data protection policies and embarked on relevant training for members of staff who regularly use personal data. Plans for the Future In 21122 we were able to help 9,170 disabled children and their families. We know times are tough for many as we emerge from the pandemic and so everything, we do will be focussed on helping as many disabled children and their families as we can. In 22123 we want to be able to help even more disabled children and their families. Durlng the next 12 months (22123) the trustees anticipate Newlife will: Increase our support to disabled children and their families by 20010 in comparison with this year. We will aim to offer help over 11,000 times to disabled children and their families in 22123. Contlnue to help children and families in crlsls situatlons. We want to help more children in crisis, who 'Just Can't Wait, for the equipment they need. This will include helping children who are life limited and cannot get the equipment they need to come home from hospitallhospice and those children who are not safe and have no awareness of danger either at home or outside of the home environment, We will look to provide emergency equipment loans in 72 hours and 'fast track, equipment grants for children in urgent need. Increase our quality-of-life equipment grants to help children be the best they can be. We know equipment can empower. providing opportunities to talk, walk, go to school or higher education and to enjoy precious time with family and friends. Look at opportunities to grow the Play therapy Pod service. Including, whether we can introduce new types of pods with brand new toys and resources or work collaboratively with organisations to help more disabled children and their families. We will help disabled children develop new skills, provide distraction from pain and give families the chance to play and have fun. Campaign on behalf of disabled children and their families, giving them a real voice for change. We will listen to families of disabled children and professionals to understand their needs and will work with decision makers to bring about change. We will work with members of the All Party Parliamentary Group on equipment for Disabled Children (for which Newlife is the secretariat) 27 DocJJSlgn Envdcye ID.. 9BDF7481-18EWDWA&75C130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 and other policy makers to improve equipment provision across the UK. We will work collaboratively with local and national decision makers and other charities to help disabled children and their families. We will rescue more stock and re-use it. to extend its life, reducing the environmental effect of the fashion industry and creating a sustainable income source for the charity. We will continue to raise awareness to corporate retailers of our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) services to protect the planet and people. To Increase volunteer hours for the year and increase volunteering opportunlties for all, including adult5 With disabilities and additional needs. To give volunteers the potential to develop new skills, meet new people and create new opportunities so that more people can benefit from the gift of volunteering. We want to significantly increase the number of volunteer hours across Newlife durlng the year. We will talk to disabled children and thelr farnllies and investigate areas that they would like us to focus on. We will source opportunities to continue to grow Income streams, to further support our charitable aims. We will look at opportunities for growth In fundraising to help us develop Increased and sustainable income sources. Review our Culture and Values. As we continue to seek growth, our people are more important than ever. As such we believe it is imperative that we review our culture and values, consulting with our dedicated team of staff and volunteers. Update Infrastructure. We will complete the significant infrastructure project to safeguard and optimise our technological services including a transfer from physical services to a remote cloud based solution and the integration of a new telecommunications system to improve our call service and monitoring. Talk more. We will review our internal and external communication strategy. We will update families regularly through the child and family newsletter resource and launch a brand new bi-monthly professional newsletter. Operate good governance. Ensure that Newlife operates'good governance, to protect the charity, assess and mitigate all risks and to ensure that the charity functions as it should in compliance with the charity commission and other relevant regulatory bodies. 28 Dwsign En¥*lcye ID.. 9BDF7481-18EwD&B￿7scI3OES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 315f MARCH 2022 Structure, Governance and Management Newlife the Charity for Disabled Children (Newlife Charity, Newlife or the CIO) was th registered with the Charity Commission on 10 November 2016 (Charity Registration Number 1170125). The CIO has carried on all aspects of Newlife Trading Ltd and Newlife Foundation's activities. On 1910312018 the Charity Commission granted a linking order for the CIO and Newlife Foundation. Subsequently these accounts show the combined position of the CIO and Newlife Foundation. The Trustees are responsible for the overall governance of the Charity. Trustees are either named within the trust deed or elected following a process of open selection or dialogue with interested parties. The decision on Trustee appointment is solely taken by agreement of the board of Trustees. Where Trustees are appointed they are given a formal induction process to the work of the Charity and provided with information that they need to fulfil their roles, including information about the role of trustees and charity law. Trustees receive updates and training from key industry sources and have substantlal personal experience in the sector and business. The principal officer is the Chief Executive who is ￿sPonSible for the day to day management of the Charity's affairs and implementing policies agreed by the Trustees. Following on from the CEO'S retirement, we are now actively recruiting for a new permanent CEO. During this interim period, an executive committee of three trustees are working closely with the Newlife Leadership team to provide Leadership and strategic thought. Trustees receive regular updates on the work of the Charity including financial statements and all activities are administered nationally from the head office. The Trustees consider the board of Trustees, the Chief Executive and the leadership team as comprising the key management personnel of the Charity in charge of directing nd controlling the Charity and running and operatin9 the Charity on a day-to-day basis. All Trustees give their time freely and no remuneration is paid to the Trustees in their capacity as Trustees. Details of trustee expenses and related party transactions are disclosed in note 3 of the accounts. Trustees are required to disclose all relevant interests and register them with the Chief Executive and/or the Leadership team and in accordance with the Charity's policy withdraw from decisions where a conflict of interest arise5. The pay of the Charity's Chief Executive is reviewed periodically. The remuneration of all senior and executive positions are bench-marked with grant-making charities of a similar size and activity to ensure that the remuneration set is fair and not out of line with that generally paid for similar roles. 29 Docusign Envdope ID." 9BDF7461-18EWDU0￿7sc130ES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31sf MARCH 2022 Reference and Administrative Informatlon NAME: Newlife the Charity for Disabled Children Registered with the Charity Commission on iofh November 2018 STATUS: TRUSTEES: Life Trustees.. Mr 8. Lewis, OBE (retired 25th January 2023), Mr C. Lewis, Mr L. Lewis and Professor M. Patton. Term Trustees.. Mr C Chaney, Mr N Lewis, Mrs P Burnett, Mr R Bradbury, Mrs V Sloane and Mrs K Grifflth Mrs S. Brown, OBE, Chief Executive Officer (Retired 31st March 2022), Mr C. Brown, Commercial Director (Retired 31" March 2022), Mrs J Duggan Director of Fundraising, Mrs E. Jackson, Finance & Central Services, Mr T Lloyd, Director of Tradingi & Mr S Morgan, Director of Charitable Services. Newlife Centre, Hemlock Way, Cannock, Staffs, WSI I 7GF KEY MGMNT PERSONNEL: REGISTERED ADDRESS: HEAD OFFICE: Newlife Centre, Hernlock Way, Cannock, Staffs, WSII 7GF AUDITORS: BDO LLP, Two Snowhill, Birmingham 64 6GA Anthony Collins Solicitors LLP, 134 Edmunds Street, Birmingham, B3 2ES LEGAL ADVISORS: BANKERS: Barclays Bank Plc, PO Box 90, 3571366 Strand, London INVESTMENT MANAGERS: Barclays Private Bank, I Churchill Place, London 30 Docus￿￿ £rwek)pe10.. 9BDF7481.18E>44WBW7%1JE53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARftY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31sf MARCH 2022 Trustees. responsibilities The Trustees are responsible for preparing the annual report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations. Charity law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law). Under charity law the Trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the Charity for that year. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are required to: select suitable accounting policie5 and then apply them consistently; make judgements and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent; state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements; prepare the financlal statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Charity will continue in business. The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the Charity's transactions and 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 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Charity and hence for taking reasonable step5 for the prevention and detectlon of fraud and other Irregularities Approved by the Trustees on 29.03.23 and signed on their behalf by Clive Lewis (Trustee). 31 DDcuSvJn Fn%*W ID". 9BDF74$1.l8E￿Duo￿7sC130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfIvITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 Note Restrfcted Vnrestricted 2022 Totsl 2021 Total Income and endowments Donatlons and lega¢ies 947,092 534,540 1,481,632 2,613,529 Income from Charltable Attivlty Government Gronts 217,070 2,371,357 100.102 100.102 Other Tradlng Operatlons Fundraising artivities Commercial operations 20,421 20,421 12,377,110 5,492 5,140,241 12.377.110 In¢tsme frorn investments Other Income Total Incom• 8,638 53,900 13,074,190 8,638 53,900 14,041,803 16,600 967,513 10,364,289 Expendlture Expenditure on ralslng funds Fundralsing Comrnercial operation5 expenditure 474,930 9.177,865 474,930 9,177,865 421,312 7,715,838 Expendlture on charltable artivitles Llfe changlng equipment, collaboration, campaignlng and support Medlcal research 890.290 1.932,107 (24,337) 2,822,397 (24,3371 2,927,224 77,300 Total ex endlturt 890,290 11,560,565 12,450,855 11,141,674 Net Income l (•xpendltyr•) before galn• and lo••e• on Inv•stment 77,223 1,513,725 1.590.948 1777,3851 Net gains on Investment 145,870 145,870 384,877 Net Income / (expendlture) for the perlod and net movement In lund• 77,223 1,659,595 1,736,818 1392,5081 Reconclllatlon of funds Total funds brought forward 717.970 2.331.525 3.049.495 3,442,003 Tot•1 funds urried forward 795,193 3.991,120 4,786.313 3,049,495 All disdosures relate to ongoing operations. The notes on pages 35 to 45 fomi part of these financtal statements. 32 O(KxJSi9n En%*lope ID." 9BDF748l.I8E￿D￿Bo￿B-75ClSJES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITh FOR DISABLED CHILDREN CHARITY BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31- MARCH 2022 Note 2022 2021 Fixed assets Tangible assets Investments 588.101 2,978,465 3.566.566 842,288 3,337,506 4,179,794 Current assets Debtors Stock Cash at bank and in hand 736.659 186,577 2,747,102 3,670,338 758,384 9,817 582,746 1,350,947 Credltors amounts falllng due wlthin l year io (2.427,020) 12.402,937) Net Current Ilabllltles 1,243,318 (1.051,990) Creditors - amounts falling due after l year io (23.571> (78,309) Net assets 4,786,313 3,049,495 Restrirted funds Unrestrlcted funds Deslgnated funds Charitable activity reserve Accumulated charltable funds Total funds li 795,193 717,970 12 16 17 144,042 500,000 3,347,078 4,786,313 296,442 500,000 1,535,083 3,049,495 Approved by the Trustees and authorised for use on: 29.03.23 Clive Lewis - Trustee The notes on pages 35 to 45 fomi part of these accounts 33 DocuSvJn En¥* ID.. 98DF7481-18E&44[8-P114B-75c1￿ES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN STATEMENT OF CASHFLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 Note 2022 2021 Ntt cash Inflow / (ouffiow) from 0￿ratIng activ•ty 13 1,955,257 {779,0171 Cash flows from Investing arti¥iti¢s Interest received Dividends received Purchase of tangible fixed assets Sale of tangible fixed assets Net cash (used in) investing activiti 126 8,512 {362,9231 58,473 (295,812) 2,391 14,209 1415,2081 27,814 (370,794) Change In cash and cash eq¢Jlvalents In the reportlng period Openlng cash and cash equivalents Closln cash and cash Sval•nts 1,659.445 2,324.517 3,983,962 11.149.811) 3,474,328 2,324,517 R•pr••ent•d by: Cash at bank Cash equivalents held in investments 2,747, 102 1,236,860 3 983 962 582,746 1,741.771 2 324 517 34 DouJSvJn Enwelopelo 9BOF7481-18E&44D&BW75C130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARrrY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 l) Accounting Policies The accounts (financial Statements) have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant note(s) to these accounts. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice.. Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their account5 in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16th July 2014 and the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011. The Trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the Charlty's ability to continue as a going concern. Newlife meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis. Actions taken last year including operational changes and enhanced monitoring procedure5 continued and ensured that the Charities financial position remained strong throughout the period under review. All stores continue to trade ahead of forecast, and Newlife has expanded retail space. The Charity continues to stress test reserves / cash availability whenever significant new activity is considered and continues to look for new trading opportunities. Current forecasts are prepared and monitored based on current activity levels and best and worst case scenarios are considered. In all cases the charity has sufficient liquid assets to remain cash positive. Given the strength of the balance Sheet and availability and liquidity of investments, the members of the Board believe that, while uncertainty exists, this does not Pose a material uncertainty that would cast doubt on the charity's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least 12 months from the signing of these accounts. The Board, therefore, consider it appropriate for the accounts to be prepared on a going concern basis. Accounting for Income 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, Donations are recognised when the Trust has been notified in writing of both the amount and settlement date. In the event that a donation is subject to conditions that require a level of performance before the Charity is entitled to the funds, the income is deferred and not recognised until either those conditions are fully met, or the fulfilment of those conditions is wholly within the control of the Charity and it is probable that those conditions will be fulfilled in the reporting year. Where an appropriate value can be placed on non- cash donations, they are included in the SOFA. b) Accounting for Expenditure All revenue expenditure is accounted for when incurred. Grants payable are payments made to third parties in the furtherance of the charitable objectives of the Charity. In the case of an unconditional grant offer this is accrued once the recipient has been notified of the grant award. The notification gives the recipient a reasonable expectation that they will receive a single or multi-year grants. Irrecoverable VAT is charged as a cost against the activity for which the expenditure was incurred. Page135 Docusign Envelope10 9BDF7481_18EWD&BOh&75C13(E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 Investments Investments are made from unrestricted funds and are shown on the balance sheet at market value. d) Allocation of Support and Governance Costs Support costs have been allocated between governance costs and other 5UPPOrt Costs. Governance costs comprise all costs involving the public accountability of the Charity and its compliance with regulation and good practice. These costs include costs related to statutory audit and legal fees together with an apportionment of overhead and support costs. Governance costs and support costs relating to charitable activities have been apportioned based staff time and asset use. The allocation of support and governance costs is analysed in note 5. Penslon Costs Contributions to the Charity's defined contribution pension scheme are charged to the statement of financial activities in the year in which they become payable. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the Charity in an independently administered fund. f) Operating Leases The annual rentals are charge to the statement of financial activities on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Where the unavoidable costs of a lease exceed the economic benefit expected to be received from it, a provision is made for the present value of the obligations under the lease. g) Fixed Assets Fixed assets are stated at cost incurred or estimated market value at date of receipt where assets have been donated to the Charity. There are no un-capitalised assets. Depreclation is provided to write off cost (or market value at date of receipt) less estimated residual values of all fixed assets over their expected useful lives on a straight-line basis. The need for any fixed asset impairment write-down is a55e55ed by comparing the carrying value of the asset against the higher of realisable value and the value in use. Motor vehicles Office equipment, Fixtures and Fittings Loan equipment Leasehold Improvements 25% straight-line basis 100/0 33010 Straight-line basis 500/0 Straight-line basis over the life of the lease h) Reserves The Trustees have established a charitable activity reserve. The reserve is reviewed annually and is calculated to cover the basic C05t of charitable artivitie5 (other than grants already committed) for a period of a year. i) Restrlcted Funds Where a donor has specified a particular purpose for a donation, the income is so recognised in the statement of financial activities. Expenditure is allocated to it accordingly. Page | 36 DocuS¥n Envelope ID.. 9BOF7481-18E￿D&BOA&7Sc130Es3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 i) Designated Funds Where the Charity is committed to a specific project an allocation is made to a designated fund. Income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities as it arises and is allocated as explained in the reconciliation and analysis of movements of designated funds Shown in note 12. k) 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. i) Stock Stock represents items equipment that have been donated to the Charlty for use within its operations. The value of stock comprises the costs that have been incurred in bringin9 the stocks to their present location and condition (refurbishment) ready for use within the charity's operations. Estimates and Judgements In preparing these financial statements, the key area where the Trustees have made accounting judgements are around the length of time that grant commitments are held, and subsequently when these commitments can be ￿leased, and the classification of leases between operating leases or financial leases. Key accounting estimates are applied when determining the length of time over which to dep￿ciate assets and assessing the recoverability of trade debtors. n) Flnancial Instruments The Charity only has financial assets and liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value. Page | 37 DOcuS￿n En*e ID 9BDF7481.18Ewt)w￿7￿13[￿EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 Net expendlture 2022 2021 Net oulgolng resources after char9lng'. Auditors, remuneration audit services Depreclatlon Operatin9 lease rentsls 23.000 611,759 S91,529 21,000 415.208 376,813 Related Party Transactions •nd Trustees. Expense Jnd Remuneration The Trustees all glve thelr tlme and expertlse freely wlthout any lorm of remuneratlon or other benefit In cash or kind. As at 31" March 2022 Newllfe Foundatlon. a Ilnked tharlty. owed the CIO £0 In respect of donatSons recelved In the Ftsundatlon name that had nol yet been ￿$sea through to the CIO. As at 31, March 2022 the Commerclal Dlrector Iretlred on 31" Marth 2022) owed the CIO £80 in respect of the sale of equipment. Durlng the perSod the Charlty recelved a donatlon of EO12021 £700,000) from the Bernard LewSs Famlly Charltable Trust, a trust whose trustèes intlude 3 of the Trustees as Newllfe. Thls Is soley due to the tlmlng of recelpts from Ihls valued supporter. Analys1• ol Staff Cost* and Other Remuneratlon ol Key Man•g•ment per￿nnel Average number ol Charlty employees 452 466 2022 2021 Wa9es and salarles Employers Nl Penslon contrlbutlons Total emoluments 6,345, 119 443,523 121 579 6 910 221 5,820,105 394,291 108 623 6 323 019 Durlng the period the Charlty conslders Its key management to be the Trustees, the Chlef Executlve Officer and the Cornmercial Dlrertor. The toial employment benefits Induding employer pension contributions of the key management personnd reco9nlsed In the accounts for the perlod was £221,563 12021 £194,003) The number of employees whose emoluments as defined for taxatlon purpose5 ar￿￿nted to wThJre than £60,000 In the year, was as follows.. 2022 2021 £60,000 - £69,999 £70.000 - £79,999 £ 100,000 - £109,999 £1 10,000 £119.999 The number with retbrement benefits Jccrulng In money purchase schemes was for whlth contributlons amounted to £ 17,610 17,920 The Chjrity enjoys the benefit of a dedicated team of volunteers who assist in the preparation of stock for resale through the commercial operation in the dedicated opportunity ￿ntre and other roles throughout the Charlty. In the 12 months of operatyons 12,655 12021 3,2051 volunteerlng hoijrs were recorded. Page | 38 DotAJSvJn En¥*lope ID. 98DF748l.18E￿DmO￿7sc130ES3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31sr MARCH 2022 Allocation of Gov•rnance •nd Support Costs The breakdown of support and governance cost is shown in the table below, these costs are allocated across ¢haritable and non charitable expenditure: Total Allocated other Governanc• Support Related Costs Basls Total Allocated 2022 2022 2022 2021 Cost Type Staff / management costs Office rental and other costs Depreciation Audlt fee and trustee related expenses 1,099,272 345,294 43.744 1.062,706 329,555 42,827 36,566 15,739 917 Staff Time Staff Time Staff Time 1,041,673 273,545 59,942 24,000 1 $12 310 1 435 088 1 399 160 Allocatlon on staff time Is based on a revlew of tlme spent on each artlvlty. Governance Costs 2022 2021 Audlt Fee Trustee Indemnlty Insurance Legal I Professlonal fees Staff costs Cost of meeting5 1 Other 24,000 10,035 1,063 36,566 24,000 7,236 1,034 47,83 1 The total cost of support costs allocated to charitable activities is then apportioned over dlfferent artivitie5 based on an estimated time spent on each area. All governance costs are met from unrestrlrted funds and apportioned over both charltable a¢tivtty, and the costs of generating income. Pa8e | 39 DorAJ&gn En¥AI)pe ID. 9BDF7481.18E&44WBOA&75C13CE53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 Analys1% of Expendltur• Stsff Costs Other Grant Support and Funding Governance Costs 2022 Total 2022 2022 2022 2022 2021 Equipment, inforrnation and support Medlcal research Total Cost of generating funds Commerclal activitles Total Resources Expend 891,677 753,154 1,046.975 130.591 2,822,397 2,927,224 94 PJ-i71 4,-i371 2,798,060 891,677 787,453 951,OZ8 167,902 3,004,524 253,832 148.72S 72,373 474,930 421,312 4 409 477 3 496 353 1 272 035 9 177 865 7 715 838 5,554,986 4,432,531 951,028 I,S12,310 12,450,855 11,141,674 Grants are rnade for a variety of purposes brtcluding equipment, salaries, consumables, training and related costs. All grants under medical research are payable to institutions and are detalled In the Trustee report. All grants under Care Services. Equipment Grants and Loans are grants of equipment made dlrectly to Indlvldual Chlldren or families, the number and Jmount of these are detailed In the Trustee report. In the period the expendlture on charitable actlvltles was £2.8m 1202 1 £3.0rn1, £1.9m (2021 £1.2ml of thls was from unrestricted funds and £0.9m1202 1 £ 1.8ml was from restricted funds. T•nglbl• Flxad A•vts Tanglble Flxqd A••ets Le4￿hold Loan Flxtures & Improvement Equlpm•nt EquSpm•nt Motor Vehlcle• Total Co•t Balance at 31" Mard) 2021 Addltions Dlsposals Balance at 31" March 2022 1,916.063 52,255 1,420.661 149,719 1,259,877 82,969 243,739 77,980 12R.902 192,817 4,840,340 362,923 3R4.925 4,818,288 1,910,943 1,371,682 1.342,846 Accumulated DepreclatloTh Balance at 31" March 202 1 Charge for period Disposa15 8alantt at 31 March 2022 1.608,164 164.281 1,129.305 292.21S 197.t119 1,715,070 1.223,701 1,078.701 101.039 181,882 54.224 124.430 111,676 3,998,052 611,759 379,624 4,230,187 1.179.740 N8V at 31"M¥rch 2022 195.873 147,981 163,106 81,141 588,101 NBV at 31 March 2021 Page | 40 307,899 291,356 181.176 61,857 842,288 DorxJSvJn Envelcy ID." 9BDF7481.18EwDMW75CI￿￿F3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 Znve$tments All investments are in the United Kingdom. The cost of investments held at 31 March 2022, excluding hlgh Interest accounts, was £1,236.860 (2021 EI.260,027) Equlty Total 8alance at 31" March 202 I Change in market value Mark•t V•lu• at 31. March 2022 High interest accounts TOTAL INVESTMENTS 1,595,735 145 870 1.595.735 145,870 1,741,605 1 236 860 2 978 465 1,741,605 Equltles represent shares in a mixed investment fund selected to mltlgate Investment rlsk and are valued at rnarket value. In additlon we recelved small holdings in 4 developed market equities which we still held at the year end. No one equity represented more than 5% of the portfolio value. The change In value includes all realised proflts and losses on disposals in the year. D•btor• 2022 2021 Prepayments and accrued Income Trade debtors Other debtors 242,845 140,534 353 280 736 659 382,733 248,867 126 784 758 384 10 Credltor* 2022 2021 Trade Creditors other taxes and 500al seojrlty Other creditors & accurals Approved grants < l year 597,411 233,918 723,376 872 315 2,427,020 518,061 202,222 545,731 1 136 923 2,402,937 Approved grants > l year 2 450 591 2 481 246 Page | 41 Do¢uS￿n En¥Awe ID.. 9BDF7481.18EWwB1￿?scI3QE55EFJ NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2022 11 Restrlcted Funds The income funds of the Charity include restricted funds comprising the followlng unexpendetl balances of donations and grants held on trust to be applied for specific purposes. Sums are drawn down as and when speclflc eX￿ndIt￿re ocojrs. Mov•m•nt In Fund$ Balance Incomlng Expendlture 31 M•rch Re50urce5 & Transfers 2021 B•lance 31 March 2022 Equlpment grants Newlife emergency appeal Loan schemes Play Therapy Pod Scheme COVID- 19 appeal Chlldren in Need Other 148,722 7.000 326,710 185.238 46,464 365.283 6.541 289,422 loo.000 74,381 loo,000 (323, 158) {11,698) (203,833) (137,8811 1122,5741 166,4601 190,847 1,843 412,299 147,357 271 33,540 717 970 967 $13 890 290 795 193 Prlor Year Comparl•on B•lance Zncomlng Exp•ndltur• 31 March 2020 R••ouru• & Tr•niftrs Balanc• 31 March 2011 Noonan Syndrome Equlpment grants Newllfe emergency appeol Loan gchemes Play Therapy Pod scheme COVID-19 appeal Children in Need National Lottery Other 1.355 192,849 14,921 27 1,296 2 15.558 87 728,465 33,025 24,055 113,022 124,927 200,000 599,336 {1,4421 {772,592} (40,9461 31.359 {143,342) {76,463) 1200,000) 1599,336) 148,722 7,000 326,710 185,238 48,464 701 313 1 834 857 1 818 200 717 970 Funds held for Equipment Grants are to be used to provide grants of essential equipment to famllles withln the UK. Funds held vnder Loan Schemes are to hjnd equipment for our suite of emergency loan equipment that can be lent free of charge to those children and families who are in most need rlght now. Funds held under the Play Therapy Pod funt1 are to provide specialist development and sensory toys to chlldren for a 12 week loan period. Page | 42 Docusign En¥Acy ID". 9BDF7481.18EWou￿7SClaQEAlEF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31- MARCH 2022 12 DeSIgnat￿ Funds The income of the Charlty includes the following designated funds which have been set aslde out of Balance 31 March 2021 New utlll$¢d / Released Balance 31 March 2022 Equipment grants and lans Other projects 31,225 265.217 (30,0001 122 400 152 400 1,225 142 817 144 042 Prlor Year Comparlson Balan¢¢ 31 March 2020 New vtlllsed / R•leas•d Balance 31 March 2021 Equlpment grants and loans Other projerts 45,517 394.314 439 831 30.000 144,292) 129,097 173 389 31,225 265 217 296 442 Funds held under deslgnations are for the operation of charitable activity for the next 12 months. thls Includes the next round of research grant applications. operation of the care service department and assoclated equlpment grant ansj loan costs. There were no transfers between funds In the period. PaBe | 43 DowS¥n En￿10￿* ID.. 9BDF7481.18E&44OW￿7Sc13OE53£F3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31sf MARCH 2022 13 Reconciliatlon of Cash Flow$ from Operatlng Activitles 2022 2021 Net movement in funds Bank interest received Dividends received Depreciation Change In value of investments Decrease / {Increase) in debtors and prepayments (Decrease) in approved grants Decrease in creditors and accruals (Profit) on dlsposal of fixed assets Decrease I lincreasel in stock Net cash {outflowl l inflow from operating activltles 1.736,818 {1261 (392,5081 12,3911 114,2091 637,993 1384,8771 (175,604) (470,9181 34,132 17,8901 611,759 1145,8701 21,725 1319,3461 288,691 153.1221 176.160 1 955 257 779 017 14 Commltments Vnder Op•r•tlng Leas•s Land & Bulldlng5 2022 2021 Total mlnimum lease commitments under operatlng leases . Within l year Within 2-5 years After 5 years 561,655 1,642,191 142 608 2 346 454 561,655 1.918,133 428 608 2 908 396 Page | 44 DocuS¥n Envew ID". 9BDF7481.18EWO&80￿7SC1)￿S3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN NOTES FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31sf MARCH 2022 IS Analysis of Group Net Assets between Funds Designated Funds Restricted Fund5 Free Reserves Total Total 2022 2022 2022 2022 2021 Fixed Assets Investments Cash at bank Other net current liabilities Creditors > l year Tot•1 88.101 2.232,192 2,554.140 11,503,784) 1?3 5711 3 347 078 500.000 144,042 588,101 842,288 2,978,465 3,337,506 2,747,102 582,746 11.503,7841 (1,634,736) 1?2.5711 4 786 313 602,231 192,962 795 193 3 049 495 16 Charlt•bl• Actlvlty Ru•rve Out of the funds ralsed and on account the Trustees have agreed, as a matter of wise management to establish a reserve of £500,000 1202 1 £500.0001 to cover any unforeseen event that may impart the Charity. The Trustees have then agreed that the level of free reserves (Includlng any deslgnationsl should not fall below £3.3m. 17 Accurnulated Charlt•ble Fund• These are unrestrlcted, undeslgnated fvnds whlth can be used as requlred to fvnd the future work of the Charity. At the 3 1" Marth 2022 these were £3,347.078 (2021 £1,535,083). These funds are the balance of what unrestricted Income ha5 not been designated or expended in the year. Actlvity hos been prloritlsed to ensure the Charltles continued ability to meet need. Page | 45 DOcuS￿n Envdope ID 98DF7481-18E&44D&8OA&75C130E53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO TRUSTEES OF NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN Opinion on the financial Statements In our opinion, the financial statements.. glve a true and fair view of the state of the Charity's affairs as at 31 March 2022 and of its incoming resources and application of resources for the year then ended; have been properSy prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; and have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011. We have audited the financial statements of Newlife the Charity for Disabled Children {"the Charity") for the year ended 31 March 2022 which comprise the statement of financial activities, the balance sheet, the cash flow statement and notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UKand Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). Basis for opinion We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAS (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. Independence We remain independent of the Charity in accordance with the ethical requirements relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC'S Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. Conclusions related to going concern In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the Trustees. use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate. Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the Charity's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue. Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the Trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report. Page | 46 DetuSvJn Envelwlo" 9BDF7481-18E>44D&8￿7sc13OE53EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO TRUSTEES OF NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN Other information The Trustees are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the information included in the Trustees Report, other than the financial statement5 and our auditor's report thereon. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information 15 materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether there is a material misstatement in the financial statements or a material misstatement of the other information. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard. Matters on which we are required to report by exception We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Charities Act 2011 require us to report to you if, in our opinion; the information contained in the financial statements Is inconsistent in any material respect with the Trustees. Annual Report; or adequate accounting records have not been kept; or the financial statements are not In agreement with the accounting records and returns; or we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit. Responslbilities of Trustees As explained more fully in the Trustees, responsibilities statement, the Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the Trustees determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, the Trustees are responsible for assessing the Charity's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Trustees either intend to liquidate the Charity or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so. Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements We have been appointed as auditor under section 144 of the Charities Att 2011 and report in accordance with the Act and relevant regulations made or having effect thereunder. Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAS (UK) Page | 47 Docusign ID." 9EDF7481.18E￿4DB.8QA￿7Sc13QEs3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO TRUSTEES OF NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements. Extent to which the audit was capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of deterting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below: We made enquirles of management. This included the following: how they have identified, evaluated and complied with laws and regulations and whether they were aware of any instances of non-compliance; their process for detecting and responding to the risks of fraud and whether they have knowledge of any actual, suspected or alleged fraud; and which internal controls have been established to mitigate risks related to fraud or non-compliance with laws and regulations. We obtained an understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks that are appllcable to the Charity. These include, but are not limited to the Charities SORP and UK GAAP. In additlon, the charlty is subjert to many other laws and regulations where the consequences of non-compliance could have a material effect on amounts or disclosures in the financial statements, for instance through the imposition of fines or litigation. We identified the following areas as those most likely to have such an effect.. data protection. In order to help Identify instances of non-compliance with other laws and regulations that may have a material effect on the financial statements, we made enquiries of management and those charged with Governance about whether the entity is in compliance with such laws and regulations and we insperted any relevant regulatory and legal correspondence. We considered management's incentives and opportunities for fraudulent manipulation of the financial statements (including revenue recognition and the risk of override of controls), and determined that the principal risks were related to posting inappropriate Journal entries to manipulate financial results and management bias in accounting estimates. Audit response to risks identified We made enquiries of management of known or suspected instances of non- compliance with laws and regulations and fraud; We reviewed minutes of meetings of those charged with governance; We reviewed any Serious Incident Reports submitted; In addressing the risk of fraud through management override of controls, we tested the appropriateness of journal entries and other adjustments; assessed whether the judgements made in making accounting estimates are indicative of a potential bias; considered completeness of related party transactions; and evaluated the Page148 Docusign En¥tlopE ID. gBDF748l-I8E￿4D￿e0￿&7sCl3DEs3EF3 NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT TO TRUSTEES OF NEWLIFE THE CHARITY FOR DISABLED CHILDREN business rationale of any significant transactions that are unusual or outside the normal course of business. In addressing the risk of fraud through improper income recognition we tested the appropriateness of certain journals. Our audit procedures were designetj to respond to risks of material mlsstatement in the financial statements, recognising that the risk of not detecting a material misstatement due to fraud is higher than the risk of not detecting one resulting from error, as fraud may involve deliberate concealment by, for example, forgery, misrepresentations or through collusion. There are inherent limitations in the audit procedures performed and the further removed non-compliance with laws and regulations is from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, the less likely we are to become aware of it. A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is located at the Financial Reporting Council's ("FRC's") website at: www.frc. onsibili auditor's report. This description forms part of our Use of our report This report is made solely to the Charity's trustees, as a body, in accordance with the Charities Act 2011. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the Charity's trustees those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor's report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Charity and the Charity's trustees as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed. D¢¢u8bMdby". FcaOAI￿C4F04És.. Samantha Lifford BDO LLP, statutory auditor Birmlngham, UK Date 30 March 2023 BDO LLP is e1￿ible for appointment as auditor of the charity by virtue of its eligibllity for appointment as auditor of a company under Section 1212 of the Companies Act 2006. BDO LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales (with registered number OC305127). Page | 49