A Registered Charity in England and Wales: Number 1170976
ANNUAL REPORT AND RECEIPTS PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD:
7[th] April 2022 to 6[th] April 2023
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Sarx Legal and Administration
Current Trustees: Daryl Booth (Chair) Kerry Yong (Secretary)
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 2023
The trustees present their report and financial statements of the charity from the 7[th] April 2022 to the year ended 6[th] April 2023. The board of trustees are satisfied with the performance of the charity during this period and the position at 6[th] April 2023 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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Filming was completed on the Vegan Vicars filming project. A total of seven Christian leaders from across the country were interviewed on matters pertaining to animal advocacy and faith.
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The third 40 Days With God’s Creatures Lent guide campaign was launched. The guide which last year received widespread acclaim from Christian leaders and users of this resource, continued to be enjoyed by our supporters during the period of Lent.
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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.
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 release of Vegan Vicars video series towards the end of 2023.
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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
Balance Sheet
As of April 6, 2023
| TOTAL | |
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| Fixed Asset | |
| Total Fixed Asset | |
| Cash at bank and in hand | £1,462.63 |
| Current Assets | £0.00 |
| NET CURRENT ASSETS | £1,462.63 |
| Creditors: amounts falling due within one year | £0.00 |
| NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES) | £1,462.63 |
| TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES | £1,462.63 |
| TOTAL NET ASSETS (LIABILITIES) | £1,462.63 |
| Charity funds | |
| Retained Earnings | 4,741.36 |
| Surplus/(Deficit) | -3,278.73 |
| Total Charity funds | £1,462.63 |
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Sarx
Financial Activities
7 April, 2022 - 6 April, 2023
| TOTAL | |
|---|---|
| Income | |
| Gift Aid | 2,119.28 |
| Individual donor | 6,071.72 |
| Total Income | £8,191.00 |
| Cost of Sales | |
| Donation processing fees | 1.03 |
| Total Cost of Sales | £1.03 |
| TOTAL | £8,189.97 |
| Expenditures | |
| Dues and Subscriptions | 248.00 |
| Educational items not for resale | 674.75 |
| Gifts In-Kind | 120.37 |
| Honorarium | 173.00 |
| Multimedia Production | 7,475.99 |
| Office/General Administrative Expenses | 639.91 |
| Printing | 12.01 |
| Social Media Costs | 97.52 |
| Software Costs | 896.35 |
| Stationary | 49.25 |
| Training and Networking | 329.88 |
| Transport | 610.39 |
| Website costs | 186.17 |
| Total Expenditures | £11,513.59 |
| NET OPERATING INCOME | £ -3,323.62 |
| NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) | £ -3,323.62 |
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