2022-12-31-accounts

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 1[st] January 2022 To 31[st] December 2022 Charity name: THE GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE

Charity registration number: 1170396

Objectives and Activities

	SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document	Para 1.17	The aims of The Good Shepherd Centre are to empower, engage and educate economically, and socially disadvantaged people in Keighley and surrounding areas in order that they may be better able to participate fully in society. The Centre is open to all and we have a good reputation for bringing people together from diverse backgrounds. We are also known especially for our support for families and individuals from Central and Eastern Europe (mainly Polish, Slovakian and Romanian, several of whom are Roma). Refugees and immigrants from other parts of the world (Africa, India, and the Middle East) also make use of our services. We have been working with diverse communities for over 10 years and have built up considerable relevant experience and skills, including •Multilingual and interpreting skills •Familiarity with government systems for accessing benefits and residency rights •Registration with OISC (Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner) •Running social support sessions •Running accredited courses in partnership with local Colleges •Mental Health Peer Support (2 workers are accredited at Level 3)

			•Registration as Hate Crime Reporting centre
Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for public benefit, n particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts	Para 1.17 and 1.19		How we support our communities We support our communities in many different ways as listed below. Our ethos is very welcoming which has been vital to building up trust with a number of different communities. We are well- known amongst statutory bodies for having good relationships with “hard-to- reach” people in this area. •Drop-in advice and advocacy, usually in the client's own language, on a range of issues including employment, school places, health matters, housing, hate crime reporting and workplace discrimination •Parent and toddler group, offering opportunities for parents to make friends, and to receive support and signposting to relevant services from the Centre staff. •Coffee morning for every age group to encourage more social interaction for isolated and lonely people. •Medical support in partnership with local GP practices, offering health checks and advice at Parent and Toddler sessions and Coffee Mornings. We operated as a Covid Vaccination Centre during the pandemic. •Free Counselling sessions •A range of free courses including Adult Literacy, English Language, Maths, Digital Skills, Emergency First Aid Course and a Horticulture accredited course in partnership with Keighley and Craven Colleges and our volunteer teachers also conduct ESOL classes. •Youth Club for 11- to 19-year-olds providing games, art and crafts, music & dancing, sports •Mental Wellbeing Support Group •Assistance with European Settlement Status applications, in

		partnership with the Home Office, Bradford Council and the Italian Consulate etc. •Luncheon Club for any age and nationality particularly for elderly, isolated, people with mental health to combat loneliness and isolation. This is supported by children from local Primary Schools, which brings benefit to both age groups. •Family Fun events throughout the year, e.g. to celebrate the Refugee Week, Platinum Jubilee, Family Picnics, International Events, Women’s Day, Mother’s Day, etc. which builds community cohesion and brings the diverse community together. •Volunteering opportunities for our community to enabling them to increase their confidence and build their skills •Work experience placements for school, college and university students •Delivering food and furniture to deprived families •
Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit	Para 1.18	All of the activities of the charity are planned with reference to Charity Commission guidelines regarding public benefit, which is supported through the development of individual skills and understanding, and through activities to promote integration and community cohesion.

Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:

	SORP reference
Policy on grant making	Para 1.38	N/A
Policy on social investment including program related investment	Para 1.38	N/A
Contribution made by volunteers	Para 1.38	Up to 30 volunteers contribute, principally in ESOL teaching, coaching and operation of clothing and furniture banks, as well as in general support of the operation of the Centre such as helping with celebrations,

fund raising activities, cooking and cleaning. 1-1 sessions for care and counselling . All of our courses and the volunteering Other and work placements contribute to the overall wellbeing of individuals in our community. They give people a reason to get out of their homes, give structure to their week and a sense of purpose, help them to meet others, and they improve confidence and self-esteem as they achieve new skills. The horticulture group provides additional benefits as being outdoors improves well-being and is an opportunity to learn about healthy eating.

Achievements and Performance

	SORP reference
Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole.	Para 1.20		A large part of our work is supporting families and individuals according to their particular needs. Many of those who arrive at our Centre do not know who else to turn to, and we are proud that we have built up a great deal of trust within our community. For those who are arrivals from other countries, we can be the starting point, where we assess what their needs are, and then offer them other services, or signpost them to other agencies if that is appropriate. It is a very important part of our ethos that we always make people welcome and reassure them that help is available; this is especially important for those who have experienced trauma before they come to us, and for those who have particular health needs, or learning disabilities. For many people, dealing with the bureaucracy that is needed for daily living (e.g. DWP, NHS, Home Office) can be very difficult because of their unfamiliarity with and fear of the systems, lack of computer skills, and lack of access to computers. Our help is essential for them to help them navigate these systems and receive the financial help and permits that they need, and enables them to take control of their lives. Our multilingual capacity is of great benefit and is well-known in this district. Other services and agencies refer people to us whom they cannot help because of language difficulties.

We also provide interpreting services to assist people with appointments, for instance NHS consultations or parents’ evenings at schools.

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Achievements against objectives set	Para 1.41	We are pleased by the response of those who have benefitted from our care and the appreciation we have received from various agencies who also work hard in Keighley and the surrounding areas.
Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set	Para 1.41	We have accommodated celebrations and parties and had many room lettings to help with our income. We are pleased to receive some income from our associated charity shop.
By room letting Investment performance against objectives	Para 1.41	N/A
Other		We have been fortunate in that we have been able to help an increasing number of people with health, domestic and mental health problems,

Financial Review

Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period	Para 1.21	The total income for the period was £155,754 Expenditure (wages, maintenance and running costs) was £152,048
Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held	Para 1.22	To meet the running costs in the next period.
Amount of reserves held	Para 1.22	£84,249
Reasons for holding zero reserves	Para 1.22	N/a

Details of fund materially in deficit	Para 1.24	N/A
Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern	Para 1.23	The charity relies heavily on grant funding. The main grant (EUSS for over 2 years) ended in September2022. Further grant income is being actively sought plus fund- raising efforts. The uncertainties we face are the threatened massive increase in the cost of utilities and the cost of living rises. This will be a huge problem for us.
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The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising)	Para 1.47	Grants from Home Office, Local Council Other grants Fund-raising efforts Room leasing
Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted	Para 1.46
A description of the principal risks facing the charity	Para 1.46	Projected rising cost of everyone’s cost of living therefore there will be a huge increase in the number of clients desperately in need of help. Ukrainian refugees coming to the area seeking support. Funders holding back over offering new grants due to financial constraints.
Other

Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s trusts:		Foundation Model Constitution
Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter)	Para 1.25	Charitable Incorporated Organisation
How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO)	Para 1.25	Nomination at regular meetings of the Board of Trustees
Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees	Para 1.25

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Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees	Para 1.51	n/a
The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works	Para 1.51	There are 7 board members, that include the chairman plus the independent minute taker and the Centre Manager.
Relationship with any related parties	Para 1.51	Other bodies and charities that work together for the good of the people in Keighley such as the Salvation Army, Keighley Place of Sanctuary, Keighley Healthy Living, Keighley College,Craven College, Keighley Area Committee, Police, Local schools, Local Authority, Statutory Bodies.
Other

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name	The Good Shepherd Centre
Other name the charity uses	N/A
Registered charity number	1170396
Charity’s principal address	High Lodge High Spring Gardens Lane Keighley BD20 6JX

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20	Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole **year **	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany)
	Sean Gilligan	Chairman
	Andrew Harrison	Secretary
	David Johnson	Treasurer
	Paul Booth	Trustee
	Aaron Keane	Trustee
	JessyJoseph	Trustee
	Anju Daniel	Trustee

– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved

Director name NONE

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name	Dates acted if not for whole year
NONE

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets N/A held in this capacity Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets

Additional information (optional)

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Type of	Name	Address
adviser

Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details

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Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLANO AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trustees The Good Shepherd Centre On accounts for the year ended 3111212022 Charity no (if any) 1170396 Set out on pages 1and2 I report to the trustees on my examinalion ofthe accounts of the above charity (Ihe Trust") for the year ended3 J I Z ZOZL Rèsponsibilities and basis As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the of report accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ( theAct"). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination. I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)Ib) of the Act. Independent examlner's ￿he charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 and l am qualified to statement undertake the examination by being a qualified member of linsert name of applicable listed bodyll. Deleté I l if not applicable. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination {*therf￿t d18el￿￿ ") which gives me cause to believe that in, any malerial respect. the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act., or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records., or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements Con￿rning the forni and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attenlion should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Please delete the words in the brackets if thay do not apply. Signed: Dats: 23 IER Oct 2018

Name: Stephen Hill Relevant professional qualification{s) or body {if any): Chartered Accountant FCA ICAEW Addross: 11 Hospital Road Riddlesden Keighley, 8D20 SEP Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of con¢em (see CC32, Independent examination of tharily accounts.. directions and guidance for examiners). IER Oct 2018

Give here brief details of any items that the èxarniner wishes to disclose. IER Oct 2018

CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Th• Good Shepherd Centre 1170396 Recei ts and ments accounts CC16a For thè perlod from 0110112022 To 3111212022 Section A Receipts and payments Unrestricted fund¥ to th8 near￿1 Restricted funds to th• n￿rest£ Endowment fund¥ Total funds Last year to th* nearost É tothe noafe8t £ tothè nvare5t£ A1 Reeei GranLs Fund Raisino 49,BOO 68,954 37,000 73,ts0 68,954 ross Income or AR) 118,754 37,000 155.754 96.396 set an see tablè . nvestment sa 118,764 37,000 15S,754 96.398 A3Pa ments Running Costs 437.054 14,99S 132,049 119.741 Sub total 137.054 14,99S 152,049 119,741 A4 A5S8t and investm￿1 Sub total 137.054 14,995 152.049 119,741 Net of receipts/(payments) AS Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last yèar end Cash funds this year end 18.300 22,005 3.705 23,343 39,621 21,321 25 80.446 84.15f 103.7 80.446 62,830 CCXX R1 accounts ISSI 0810912023

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