ctur Gov ceandm ement Governing Document: Constitution'adopted July 2016. Form of charity: Unincorporated association. Selection of Trustees: Trustees are appointed or re-appointed every three years at the Annual General Meeting held in July. Additional Governance Issues= Membership of One Life Autism Support Group (One Lrfe) is open to all, regardless of age. The Trustees oversee the day-to-day running of the Charity. The Trustees seek the views of members and volunteers in deciding the activities to be run. There is a child protection policy in place. D.B.S. checks are carried out and other checks are carried out in line with statutory requirernents. One Life works with other statutory and voluntary groups within the area. All Trustees give their time voluntarily and receive no remuneration or receive other benefits. Summary of the Objectives of this Charity is as follows: "The promotion of social inclusion amongAdults. Young People and children who are socially excluded from society, or parts of society, as a result of beingAutistic by: 1. providing education and information to support and enable parents / carers. of Autistic children to maximise educational opportunities fortheir children; 2. raising public awareness of the issues affecting individuals with Autism. both generally and in relation to their social exclusion; 3. providing workshops, forums. advocacy and general support; 4. providing recreational facilities and opportunities for Adults. young people and children with Autism . Summary of Main Activities Undertaken forthe Public Benefit= In planning our activities for the year. we kept in mind the Charity Commission Guidance on public benefit at our trustees meetings. The main activities are as follows= CommunityTrainingcafé and Food Cupboard.
Design of personal development of ourvolunteers and member. A programme of activities for children and young adults. Signposting and advocacy. These activities benef it our volunteers and members by developing their self-confidence and social skiLls, their practical employment and Life skills, providing opportunities to become volunteers. We welcome all, regardless of personal background, faith, gender. or other circumstances. We are gratef ul for the many hours volunteers have spent listening to and encouraging our community- Without this valuable contribution of time, energy, and expertise we would not have been ableto achieve so much. Summary of Main Achievements of the Charity duringthe year. Various fundraising events were held throughout the year. At Christmas the children had meals with Santa. Great fun was has by children, parents and carers. Other events included car boot sales and Christmas market. The cost of living crisis, Winter fuel cuts for our pensioners, benefit migration and homelessness has seen our advocacy service increase again this year, and there has been a rise in referrals for autism assessment. This year we have instigated 'food cupboard. for those living on the poverty line. There has been an increase throughoutthe year, reaching490 people in February. The Community Café has been a huge success due to the hard work of ourvolunteers, gaining 5 stars for food hygiene. The financial support we have received from outside donations has been phenomenal. Thankyou so much for raisingfunds for One Life. Thank you for the grants we have received, making such a difference to the Lives of our members. A huge thankyou for all our volunteers who do a sterlingjob. Future Plans: This coming yearwe plan to enable a struggling community to flourish. with events and activities continuing to build autism awareness and isolation issues. We look forward to working with Earthwatch on the alLotment scheme. We will be setting up our Mother & Babygroup in Septemberfor our new Mums as well as promoting ourfood Cupboard and Christmas events.
Declaration: The Trustees declare that they have approved the Trustee's Report above. Signed on behalf of the Charity's trustees= Signature...................- Full name.... Ge i 1% Position......-......-.....................-.............. Date. O I 07- 1015.
ONE LIFE AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
| RECEIPTS £ SHOP AND CAFÉ SALES (INCL. BINGO RECEIPTS) 11,528.29 DONATIONS AND SPONSORSHIPS 2,121.49 BLAENAU GWENT BOROUGH COUNCIL GRANTS 6,060.27 THE WATERLOO FOUNDATION GRANT 5,000.00 MORRISONS GRANT 1,000.00 MAIN GRANT 15,440.00 HALL HIRE 2,848.00 FUNDRAISING 211.00 TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR PAYMENTS PET CARE 1,137.41 REFUSE COLLECTIONS AND CLEANING COSTS 1,519.69 EQUIPMENT REPAIRS AND RENEWALS 5,593.36 PREMISES REPAIRS, RENEWALS AND MAINTENANCE 4,238.70 TELEPHONE AND INTERNET 1,256.74 WATER RATES 511.51 GROUND RENT 10.00 HEAT, LIGHT AND POWER 6,471.24 INSURANCES 1,946.20 FOOD PURCHASES AND REFERESHMENTS 6,812.22 PRINTING, POSTAGE, PACKAGING AND SOFTWARE 1,165.27 TRAVEL COSTS 20.00 BANK AND CREDIT CARD CHARGES 421.73 ACCOUNTANCY 540.00 BINGO/RAFFLE PRIZES 2,228.23 STAFF TRAINING 4,064.12 EVENTS AND FUNDRAISING 790.44 DBS CHECKS 150.00 VOLUNTEERS EXPENSES 350.38 TOTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR SURPLUS OF RECEIPTS OVER PAYMENTS FOR YEAR |
RECEIPTS £ SHOP AND CAFÉ SALES (INCL. BINGO RECEIPTS) 11,528.29 DONATIONS AND SPONSORSHIPS 2,121.49 BLAENAU GWENT BOROUGH COUNCIL GRANTS 6,060.27 THE WATERLOO FOUNDATION GRANT 5,000.00 MORRISONS GRANT 1,000.00 MAIN GRANT 15,440.00 HALL HIRE 2,848.00 FUNDRAISING 211.00 TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR PAYMENTS PET CARE 1,137.41 REFUSE COLLECTIONS AND CLEANING COSTS 1,519.69 EQUIPMENT REPAIRS AND RENEWALS 5,593.36 PREMISES REPAIRS, RENEWALS AND MAINTENANCE 4,238.70 TELEPHONE AND INTERNET 1,256.74 WATER RATES 511.51 GROUND RENT 10.00 HEAT, LIGHT AND POWER 6,471.24 INSURANCES 1,946.20 FOOD PURCHASES AND REFERESHMENTS 6,812.22 PRINTING, POSTAGE, PACKAGING AND SOFTWARE 1,165.27 TRAVEL COSTS 20.00 BANK AND CREDIT CARD CHARGES 421.73 ACCOUNTANCY 540.00 BINGO/RAFFLE PRIZES 2,228.23 STAFF TRAINING 4,064.12 EVENTS AND FUNDRAISING 790.44 DBS CHECKS 150.00 VOLUNTEERS EXPENSES 350.38 TOTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR SURPLUS OF RECEIPTS OVER PAYMENTS FOR YEAR |
£ 44,209.05 39,227.24 4,981.81 |
|---|---|---|
| 1,137.41 1,519.69 5,593.36 4,238.70 1,256.74 511.51 10.00 6,471.24 1,946.20 6,812.22 1,165.27 20.00 421.73 540.00 2,228.23 4,064.12 790.44 150.00 350.38 |
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ONE LIFE AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS STATEMENT - YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
| RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS OPENING BALANCE AT BANK (01/04/2024) OPENING CASH IN HAND (01/04/2024) ADD TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR LESS TOTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR CLOSING BALANCE AT BANK (31/03/2025) CLOSING CASH IN HAND (31/03/2025) |
£ 11,446.24 - 44,209.05 55,655.29 39,227.24 16,428.05 16,428.05 - 16,428.05 |
|---|---|
We have examined the books and records of One Life Autism Support Group. In our opinion the attached Receipts and Payments Account and Reconciliation of Funds Statement for the year ended 31st March 2025 give a true and fair view of the Receipts and Payments of the Group for the year ended on that date and have been prepared with Standard Accountancy Practices.
| DATE | 23rd April | 2025 | GARRY WHITE AND COMPANY |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS | |||
| 24 JAMES STREET | |||
| EBBW VALE | |||
| BLAENAU GWENT | |||
| NP23 6JG |
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ONE LIFE AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
| RECEIPTS £ SHOP AND CAFÉ SALES (INCL. BINGO RECEIPTS) 11,528.29 DONATIONS AND SPONSORSHIPS 2,121.49 BLAENAU GWENT BOROUGH COUNCIL GRANTS 6,060.27 THE WATERLOO FOUNDATION GRANT 5,000.00 MORRISONS GRANT 1,000.00 MAIN GRANT 15,440.00 HALL HIRE 2,848.00 FUNDRAISING 211.00 TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR PAYMENTS PET CARE 1,137.41 REFUSE COLLECTIONS AND CLEANING COSTS 1,519.69 EQUIPMENT REPAIRS AND RENEWALS 5,593.36 PREMISES REPAIRS, RENEWALS AND MAINTENANCE 4,238.70 TELEPHONE AND INTERNET 1,256.74 WATER RATES 511.51 GROUND RENT 10.00 HEAT, LIGHT AND POWER 6,471.24 INSURANCES 1,946.20 FOOD PURCHASES AND REFERESHMENTS 6,812.22 PRINTING, POSTAGE, PACKAGING AND SOFTWARE 1,165.27 TRAVEL COSTS 20.00 BANK AND CREDIT CARD CHARGES 421.73 ACCOUNTANCY 540.00 BINGO/RAFFLE PRIZES 2,228.23 STAFF TRAINING 4,064.12 EVENTS AND FUNDRAISING 790.44 DBS CHECKS 150.00 VOLUNTEERS EXPENSES 350.38 TOTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR SURPLUS OF RECEIPTS OVER PAYMENTS FOR YEAR |
RECEIPTS £ SHOP AND CAFÉ SALES (INCL. BINGO RECEIPTS) 11,528.29 DONATIONS AND SPONSORSHIPS 2,121.49 BLAENAU GWENT BOROUGH COUNCIL GRANTS 6,060.27 THE WATERLOO FOUNDATION GRANT 5,000.00 MORRISONS GRANT 1,000.00 MAIN GRANT 15,440.00 HALL HIRE 2,848.00 FUNDRAISING 211.00 TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR PAYMENTS PET CARE 1,137.41 REFUSE COLLECTIONS AND CLEANING COSTS 1,519.69 EQUIPMENT REPAIRS AND RENEWALS 5,593.36 PREMISES REPAIRS, RENEWALS AND MAINTENANCE 4,238.70 TELEPHONE AND INTERNET 1,256.74 WATER RATES 511.51 GROUND RENT 10.00 HEAT, LIGHT AND POWER 6,471.24 INSURANCES 1,946.20 FOOD PURCHASES AND REFERESHMENTS 6,812.22 PRINTING, POSTAGE, PACKAGING AND SOFTWARE 1,165.27 TRAVEL COSTS 20.00 BANK AND CREDIT CARD CHARGES 421.73 ACCOUNTANCY 540.00 BINGO/RAFFLE PRIZES 2,228.23 STAFF TRAINING 4,064.12 EVENTS AND FUNDRAISING 790.44 DBS CHECKS 150.00 VOLUNTEERS EXPENSES 350.38 TOTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR SURPLUS OF RECEIPTS OVER PAYMENTS FOR YEAR |
£ 44,209.05 39,227.24 4,981.81 |
|---|---|---|
| 1,137.41 1,519.69 5,593.36 4,238.70 1,256.74 511.51 10.00 6,471.24 1,946.20 6,812.22 1,165.27 20.00 421.73 540.00 2,228.23 4,064.12 790.44 150.00 350.38 |
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ONE LIFE AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS STATEMENT - YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
| RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS OPENING BALANCE AT BANK (01/04/2024) OPENING CASH IN HAND (01/04/2024) ADD TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR LESS TOTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR CLOSING BALANCE AT BANK (31/03/2025) CLOSING CASH IN HAND (31/03/2025) |
£ 11,446.24 - 44,209.05 55,655.29 39,227.24 16,428.05 16,428.05 - 16,428.05 |
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We have examined the books and records of One Life Autism Support Group. In our opinion the attached Receipts and Payments Account and Reconciliation of Funds Statement for the year ended 31st March 2025 give a true and fair view of the Receipts and Payments of the Group for the year ended on that date and have been prepared with Standard Accountancy Practices.
| DATE | 23rd April | 2025 | GARRY WHITE AND COMPANY |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS | |||
| 24 JAMES STREET | |||
| EBBW VALE | |||
| BLAENAU GWENT | |||
| NP23 6JG |
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