Queensbury Support Centre
Charity number 1172579
Annual Report and Financial Statements
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Queensbury Support Centre
Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2024
| Contents | Page |
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| Trustees' report | 2 to 3 |
| Examiner's report | 4 |
| Receipts and payments account | 5 |
| Statement of assets and liabilities | 6 |
| Notes to the accounts | 7 to 9 |
Prepared by West Yorkshire Community Accountancy Service CIO
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Queensbury Support Centre
Trustees' report for the year ended 31 March 2024
Reference and administrative details of the charity, its trustees and advisors
The trustees during the financial year and up to and including the date the report was approved were: Name Position Dates
Position Dates Patrick Sherry Chair Wendy Clegg Treasurer Joan Shepherd Secretary Robert Frost Barbara Holmes Madeline Canavan Robert Hargreaves Colette Jagger
Resigned 10 April 2024 Resigned 7 July 2023
Charity number
1172579
Registered in England and Wales
Registered and principal address
Bankers
Queensbury Support Centre Virgin Money 199 Albert Road 7 Waterhouse Street Queensbury Halifax Bradford HX1 1XZ BD13 1QB
Independent examiner
Rhys North ACA Stringer House 34 Lupton Street Leeds LS10 2QW
West Yorkshire Community Accountancy Service CIO
Structure, governance and management
The charity is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (foundation) formed on 13 April 2017 and is governed by a constitution.
Method of recruitment and appointment of trustees
The trustees of the charity are appointed by a general resolution at a properly constituted meeting of the trustees.
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Queensbury Support Centre
Trustees' report (continued) for the year ended 31 March 2024
Objectives and activities
The charity's objects
The relief of elderly people living in Queensbury, Bradford and the surrounding area through the provision of day care facilities for those who have need by reason of their age or infirmity for the care, recreation and physical and mental well-being of such persons.
The charity's main activities
Running a day centre from Tuesday to Thursday for elderly people in Queensbury and surrounding areas.
Public benefit statement
In setting our objectives and planning our activities our Trustees have given serious consideration to the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit.
Achievements and performance
During the year, Queensbury Support Centre has made significant strides in enhancing the experience and impact of our day centre services for individuals aged 55 and over. One of our key achievements was relocating to new, modern premises. This move was essential to provide a better and more accessible environment for our clients, as the new facilities are all on one level, ensuring ease of access for those with mobility challenges. While the relocation was a shift for some, nearly all our clients embraced the change, and we have worked closely with them to ensure a smooth transition.
Our upgraded kitchen facilities have been another major milestone. This improvement not only allows us to cook meals more efficiently but also positions us to cater to an increasing number of clients as our services expand. These upgrades demonstrate our commitment to maintaining high standards of care and addressing the growing needs of our community.
Throughout the year, our dedicated team of four staff members and a remarkable group of volunteers have continued to provide vital support that combats social isolation among older individuals. The Centre remains a safe and welcoming space where clients can form meaningful connections, share experiences, and engage in enriching activities with their peers.
The impact of our work extends beyond individual clients, as we contribute to wider societal benefits. By fostering a sense of belonging and reducing feelings of loneliness, we improve the overall well-being of our beneficiaries, enabling them to remain active and engaged within their community. This, in turn, eases pressures on local healthcare and social services by promoting healthier lifestyles and enhancing mental health.
Looking ahead, we are committed to building on this year’s achievements, continuing to improve our services, and reaching even more people in need within our community.
Financial review
The net payments for the year were £7,859, including net payments of £9,236 on unrestricted funds and net receipts of £1,377 on restricted funds.
Reserves policy
The charity's free reserves, at the year end were £28,892.
The CIO has agreed a reserves policy to ensure its financial stability and to protect its work in running the day centre. Reserves are maintained so as to cover key risks, particularly redundancy costs and rent payments in the event of the charity ceasing to operate. The trustees have agreed a reserves target of £15,000.
Approved by the board of trustees on 28/01/2025
Patrick Sherry (Trustee)
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Queensbury Support Centre
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Queensbury Support Centre
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the CIO for the year ended 31 March 2024, which are set out on pages 5 to 9.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the CIO you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act').
I report in respect of my examination of the CIO's accounts as carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act. In carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
1 accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Charities Act; 2 the accounts do not accord with those records.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Rhys North ACA
28/01/2025
West Yorkshire Community Accountancy Service CIO
Stringer House 34 Lupton Street Leeds LS10 2QW
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Queensbury Support Centre Receipts and payments account for the year ended 31 March 2024
| Notes 2024 Unrestricted funds £ Receipts Grants and donations (2) 2,126 Client contributions 34,706 Raffle (amenity) 780 Shop (amenity) 1,781 Fundraising - Other income 482 Total receipts 39,875 Payments Salaries and NI 27,539 Payroll fees 340 Food 3,713 Rent 6,480 Minibus running costs 3,603 Insurance 350 Equipment, stationery and postage 131 Telephone 89 Independent examination 594 Gifts and donations 270 Raffle (amenity) 58 Shop (amenity) 1,573 Other (amenity) 1,950 Bingo (amenity) 242 Other expenses 54 Kitchen refurbishment 2,125 Total payments 49,111 Net receipts / (payments) (9,236) Fund balances brought forward 38,128 Fund balances carried forward (3) 28,892 |
2024 Restricted funds £ 15,139 - - - - - 15,139 9,494 - 3,968 - - - 191 - - - - - 109 - - - 13,762 1,377 2,100 3,477 |
2024 Total funds £ 17,265 34,706 780 1,781 - 482 55,014 37,033 340 7,681 6,480 3,603 350 322 89 594 270 58 1,573 2,059 242 54 2,125 62,873 (7,859) 40,228 32,369 |
2023 Total funds £ 5,851 36,515 1,265 2,232 1,517 - 47,380 34,605 380 6,120 6,330 2,461 363 1,009 371 480 20 43 1,658 1,100 174 75 - 55,189 (7,809) 48,037 40,228 |
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Queensbury Support Centre Statement of assets and liabilities
| as at 31 March 2024 2024 Unrestricted £ Cash funds Cash at bank 28,452 Cash in hand 440 Total cash funds 28,892 Debtors and prepayments Prepayments Assets retained for the charity's own use Minibus - at cost (purchased March 2019) |
2024 Restricted £ 3,477 - 3,477 |
2024 Total £ 31,929 440 32,369 2024 £ 117 117 £ 12,000 12,000 |
2023 Total £ 39,815 413 40,228 |
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| Liabilities Creditors Accruals Taxation and social security |
2024 £ 903 780 453 2,136 |
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The financial statements were approved by the board of trustees on 28/01/2025
Patrick Sherry (Trustee)
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Queensbury Support Centre
Notes to the accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2024
1 Accounting policies
Basis of accounting
The trustees have taken advantage of section 133 of the Charities Act 2011 and have prepared the accounts on a receipts and payments basis.
There has been no change to the accounting policies since last year.
No changes have been made to the accounts for previous years.
Taxation
As a charity the organisation benefits from rates relief and is generally exempt from income tax and capital gains tax but not from VAT. Irrecoverable VAT is included in the cost of those items to which it relates.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity.
Designated funds are unrestricted funds earmarked by the trustees for particular purposes.
Restricted funds are subjected to restrictions on their expenditure imposed by the donor or through the terms of an appeal.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the accounts.
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Queensbury Support Centre
Notes to the accounts continued
for the year ended 31 March 2024
| 2 Grants and donations Bradford Metropolitan District Council (BDMC) Groundwork UK We are Queensbury The Gannett Foundation Donations 3 Restricted funds Balance b/f £ BMDC - Fundraising & Covid 2,100 BMDC - Coronation - BMDC - Day Opportunities - Groundwork UK - We are Queensbury - 2,100 |
2024 Unrestricted funds £ - - - - 2,126 2,126 Incoming £ - 200 12,814 1,125 1,000 15,139 |
2024 Restricted funds £ 13,014 1,125 1,000 - - 15,139 Outgoing £ - 200 12,785 - 777 13,762 |
2024 Total funds £ 13,014 1,125 1,000 - 2,126 17,265 Transfers £ - - - - - - |
2023 Total funds £ 3,250 - - 643 1,958 5,851 Balance c/f £ 2,100 - 29 1,125 223 3,477 |
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Fund name
BMDC - Fundraising & Covid
BMDC - Coronation BMDC - Day Opportunities
Groundwork UK We are Queensbury
Purpose of restriction
To provide support towards pandemic costs in Queensbury and to enable the charity to investigate alternative sources of funding.
To contribute towards a Coronation celebration event.
To support the running costs of the Tuesday to Thursday groups for older people.
To undertake a pen pals project with the local school. To contribute towards food costs.
4 Designated funds
| Designated funds Amenity Fund Fund name Amenity Fund |
Balance b/f Incoming Outgoing £ £ £ 5,343 3,708 3,993 5,343 3,708 3,993 Reason for designation The fund is for activity costs including trips. |
Transfers £ - - |
Balance c/f £ 5,058 5,058 |
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Queensbury Support Centre
Notes to the accounts continued
for the year ended 31 March 2024
5 Related party transactions
Trustee expenses
No trustee received any expenses during this year or the previous year.
Trustee remuneration and benefits
No trustee received any remuneration or benefit during this or the previous year.
Other transactions with trustees or related parties
| Other transactions with trustees or related parties Pauline Sherry Name of trustee or related party Relationship to charity Description of transaction Wife of trustee Salary as cook for the day centre |
2024 £ 7,264 7,264 |
2023 £ 7,430 7,430 |
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