A Registered Charity in England and Wales: Number 1170976
ANNUAL REPORT AND RECEIPTS PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD:
7[th] April 2020 to 6[th] April 2021
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Sarx Legal and Administration
Current Trustees:
Daryl Booth (Chair) Kerry Yong (Secretary) Phil Sital-Singh Tomi Makanjuola
Principle Address:
15 Martin Street Thamesmead West London SE28 0BZ
Bankers:
Natwest Bank Woolwich Branch 1-7 Powis Street Woolwich London SE18 6LE
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Sarx
Trustees Report For the Year Ended 6[th] April 2021
The trustees present their report and financial statements of the charity from the date of registration with the Charity Commission 6[th] April 2020 to the year ended 6[th] April 2021. The board of trustees are satisfied with the performance of the charity during this period and the position at 6[th] April 2021 and consider that the charity is in a strong position to continue its activities during the coming year, and that the charity's assets are adequate to fulfil its obligations.
TRUSTEES
The trustees named on page 2 have continued throughout the year. The Board of Trustees is authorised to appoint new Trustees to fill vacancies arising through resignation or death of an existing Trustee, following good practice in accordance with Charity Commission guidelines. New Trustees are invited to attend a short induction session to familiarise themselves with the charity and also their responsibilities under the Charities Act.
CONSTITUTION, OBJECTS AND POLICIES
The charity is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation and is constituted by a Governing Document dated 16th December 2016 and its objects are to apply funds for charitable purposes in England and Wales.
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
Sarx’s aim is to promote humane behaviour towards animals by educating the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general and the prevention of cruelty and suffering among animals within a Christian ethos.
In line with this aim, we continued our regular activities of promoting animal welfare issues through educational talks, our website, quarterly newsletter and social media. Highlights include:
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The launch of the 40 Days With God’s Creatures Lent guide, a digital app which empowers people explore animal issues during the period of Lent.
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The 40 Days With God’s Creatures Lent guide publicity campaign began in January 2021 and including a filmed promotional video. The guide received widespread acclaim from Christian leaders and users of this resource.
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New multimedia resources were produced available including short videos.
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The Sarx website was strengthened with new content including articles and interviews.
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The continuing development of social media channels to share views and highlight Christian perspectives on animal welfare.
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The building of relationships with various organisational and church leaders.
The trustees are satisfied with the results and activities during this period year in terms of the objectives of the charity.
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PLANS FOR THE COMING YEAR
In accordance with our aim, our priorities are:
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Supporting churches, organisations and individuals with an interest in promoting animal welfare concerns.
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Developing partnerships with churches, groups and individuals for mutual encouragement, motivation and training.
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Continuing to promote animal welfare issues among the public.
Planned activities include:
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The reviewing and development of the 40 Days With God’s Creatures Lent Guide ahead of the 2022 campaign.
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A short film featuring ordained Christian animal advocates from across the UK.
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On-going development of our website and use of social media as a tool to support churches and individuals.
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Continuing to inform and educate the public through our quarterly newsletter.
PUBLIC BENEFIT
We have referred to the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit when reviewing our aims and objectives and planning our future activities. In particular the Trustees consider how planned activities will contribute to the aims and objectives of the charity and are confident that our activities during the past year have been for the public benefit.
STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES’ RESPONSIBILITIES
Law applicable in England and Wales requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the charity’s financial activities during the year and of its financial position at the end of the year.
In preparation of these financial statements, the Trustees are required to:
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Select suitable accounting procedures and apply them consistently.
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Make judgement that are reasonable and prudent.
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Prepare the financial statement on an ongoing basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which 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 Charites Act 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
KEY CONTROLS USED BY THE CHARITY
The charity follows good practice guidelines according to a charity of its size. These include:
Governance
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Regular planning by the Trustees, with key aims, objectives and priorities.
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Regular reporting on performance.
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Regular meeting of Trustees with reports and minutes.
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Finance
Trustees are responsible to
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Monitor financial settings and controls, with regular reporting.
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Ensure adequate funds are garnered for the charity’s activities.
Compliance with the law and regulations
The Trustees ensure up-to-date knowledge of charity and taxation requirements
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Sarx
Financial Activities
7 April, 2020 - 6 April, 2021
| TOTAL | |
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| Income | |
| Gift Aid | 712.78 |
| Grants | 4,865.93 |
| Individual donor | 3,221.45 |
| Total Income | £8,800.16 |
| Cost of Sales | |
| Donation processing fees | 48.56 |
| Total Cost of Sales | £48.56 |
| TOTAL | £8,751.60 |
| Expenditures | |
| Clothing | 181.22 |
| Dues and Subscriptions | 40.00 |
| Educational items not for resale | 97.95 |
| Gifts In-Kind | 206.17 |
| Multimedia Production | 1,639.30 |
| Other Professional Services | 434.07 |
| Postage | 17.70 |
| Social Media Costs | 4,945.54 |
| Software Costs | 1,169.81 |
| Training and Networking | 299.74 |
| Travel and Accommodation | 89.37 |
| Website costs | 107.90 |
| Total Expenditures | £9,228.77 |
| NET OPERATING INCOME | £ -477.17 |
| NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) | £ -477.17 |
Sarx
Balance Sheet
As of April 6, 2021
| TOTAL | |
|---|---|
| Fixed Asset | |
| Total Fixed Asset | |
| Cash at bank and in hand | £643.22 |
| Current Assets | £0.00 |
| NET CURRENT ASSETS | £643.22 |
| Creditors: amounts falling due within one year | |
| Current Liabilities | £0.00 |
| Total Creditors: amounts falling due within one year | £0.00 |
| NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES) | £643.22 |
| TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES | £643.22 |
| TOTAL NET ASSETS (LIABILITIES) | £643.22 |
| Charity funds | |
| Retained Earnings | 1,156.86 |
| Surplus/(Deficit) | -513.64 |
| Total Charity funds | £643.22 |