2023-09-30-accounts - The Hummingbird Refugee Project

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THE HUMMINGBIRD REFUGEE PROJECT | REGISTERED CHARITY NO.1174970 | 1ST OCT 2022–30TH SEPT 2023

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Welcome from Mariya...........................3 From our Founder-Director.................4 Meet our Team.......................................6 Update from our Ambassador.............7 Hummingbird Services......................... 9 Global Social Club.................................10 Be Well Be Heard...................................11 Learning Space.......................................12 Young Leaders........................................13 Meet Leah................................................14 Partner Highlight....................................15 From our Chair........................................16 Meet our Trustees..................................18 Treasurer’s Report.................................19 Trustee’s Statement..............................21 Accounts..................................................23

"I’m honoured to be here reflecting on my journey with The Hummingbird Project and the invaluable lessons I have learned along the way at Young Leaders and Global Social Club.”

When I first arrived in the country, I was alone with no family, no friends, a new language, and a new culture. Life was difficult and full of challenges.

When I joined Young Leaders, I was unsure of what to expect. I knew that I had a passion for helping others and a desire to make a positive impact on my community. But, I had no idea where this journey would take me.

Looking back, I can say with certainty that The Hummingbird Project has changed my life in more ways than I could have imagined. Through the Young Leaders programme I have gained a deeper understanding of what it means to be a leader. I have learned that leadership is not about having all the answers or being the loudest voice in the room. Instead, it’s about listening, learning and working together to achieve a common goal.

I want to continue to raise awareness and stand with young women from refugee backgrounds. I want to show all young women from refugee backgrounds that we need to stand shoulder to shoulder to bring positive changes to our lives.

I learned that by putting myself in the shoes of others I have been able to connect with people on a deeper level and develop meaningful relationships. At Global Social Club I have also become a Welcome Buddy, helping new people settle in.

Of course, this journey has not been without its challenges. I have faced moments of doubt and uncertainty, but with the support of the Hummingbird team and my support workers, I have been able to overcome these obstacles and emerge as a more confident and capable leader.

As I look to the future I am filled with hope and excitement of what is to come. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference in the world. At Hummingbird, we gather to recognise and celebrate the resilience, courage and determination of refugees who have endured unimaginable hardships and struggles in their journey towards a safer and brighter future. I am excited to continue my journey at Hummingbird and to see the impact we can make together."

Mariya- Hummingbird Young Leader and GSC Welcome Buddy

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Meet Our Team
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The Hummingbird Refugee Project is a multi-award winning organisation that runs youthcentred services and activities for young people. Our services are designed to provide our members with the care and support they need, and a platform to promote youth-led action.

Our services support young refugees between the ages of 14 and 25, many of whom arrived in the UK as unaccompanied children. The project is based in Brighton, and works with those living in the city and across East and West Sussex.

We work collaboratively with young people so that they can design and steer the services around them. We pride ourselves on our participatory approach to youth work, always valuing the expertise and lived experiences that each young member brings.

211 young people attended (31 young women, 178 male 2 non-binary/questioning)

Under 18 : 98 Over 18 : 113

Average number of young people attending per week: 39

89 young people supported (23 young women, 65 male 1 non nonbinary/questioning) Under 18 : 25 Over 18 : 6 4

Biggest issues presenting: Homelessness, mental health issues, hotels

Number of young people in crisis* 56

3 per week supported through crisis*

47 young people attended (10 young women, 37 male)

16 young people attended (4 young women, 12 male)

Under 18 : 26 Over 18 attending: 21

Under 18 : 0 Over 18 attending: 16

Average number of young people Interesting Firm Topics attending per week: 10

Number of young people in crisis* : 6

crisis such as suicidal ideation, street homelessness, destitution, risk of detention/deportation

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Leah is a resilient young woman navigating the challenges of seeking asylum in the UK after facing persecution in her home country due to her sexuality. Since arriving in Brighton, Leah has engaged with many of our services, including Young Leaders and Global Social Club, and has developed long lasting friendships and grown in confidence.

Leah has faced many obstacles since arriving in the UK, but in particular in her education and housing. As an aspiring NHS nurse, Leah was offered a place on a local college course in Brighton, but was refused a grant or loan for her student fees due to her immigration status. When Leah had arrived she had been placed in a Home Office-run hotel, but when hotels in Brighton were told they were closing, like others she was at risk of homelessness.

Leah was supported by one of our Hummingbird Specialist Support Workers, who worked with her to navigate the systemic barriers in order to change her circumstances. Working with her local community and Hummingbird’s network of partners and supporters in the Brighton region, our team and Leah were able to secure stable housing and to raise the funding needed to cover the full cost of her studies. Leah is now on her way to becoming a nurse.

Despite the persecution she faced in her home country, she proudly marched with us in the 2023 Brighton Pride Parade. She describes below how she now feels her lived experiences will help her in her career as nurse in the UK:

"In my home country, I was rushed into hospital, but I was told they wouldn't treat me due to my sexuality. The chemist wouldn't assist me either, due to the criminalisation of LGBTQ+ people. These experiences were difficult but they will inform me and the care that I will give to others in the future. When I am a nurse, I will treat everyone with dignity and respect. I would understand fully that every human life counts no matter what race, religion, sexuality and political views we have. I would always strive to improve the self-esteem of patients as I know that can help those with suicidal thoughts. It is my hope that through my work, I would be able to help people feel loved and acknowledged.”

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Partner Highlight
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Jamie’s Farm

A 5 Day Residential for Young People

In 2023 we accompanied 17 young people on two residential trips to Jamie’s Farm, a charity equipping young people to thrive through a unique blend of farming, community and therapy. On each occasion we spent five days at a beautiful farm house surrounded by rolling hills, the sound of birds singing, and had a morning wake up call from the resident farm animals. On our first visit we led a trip to Jamie’s

Farm in Hereford, nestled between the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons. On our second visit we led a trip to Jamie’s Farm in Arlington, just outside of Lewes in the South Downs National Park. This was the first introduction to the British countryside for many of the young people on the trip.

During the residential trip young people were provided with the opportunity to participate in a range of activities including farming, food growing and gardening, horse work, log chipping, crafts, and a daily walk in the countryside. Some of the animals they had the opportunity to work with included Aberdeen Angus cattle, Lleyn and Suffolk ewes, chickens, and a naughty herd of goats that made multiple attempts to escape. We also enjoyed the company of two horses called Toffee and Squidge. Lot’s of these experiences were completely new to the young people. They navigated challenging tasks and unfamiliar social situations with courage, grace and perseverance, and grew in confidence as a result.

Alongside practical activities, young people were provided one-to-one and group reflective sessions to support them to vocalise their emotions, challenges, positive experiences and their appreciation for one another.

Young people were at the heart and centre of the kitchen throughout the week, and had the opportunity to share food, recipes and stories from their heritage. Some of the culinary highlights were Matoke from Uganda, Sirniki - a type of fluffy pancake from Ukraine, Borani Banjan and Biryani from Afghanistan, freshly made stone baked pizza, Zigni Berbere from Eritrea and homemade injera.

We’ve witnessed beautiful friendships and communities develop as a result of these residential trips. We’re extremely grateful to Jamie’s Farm for providing us with these unique therapeutic opportunities and look forward to working with them again in the future.

“I enjoy feeding animals and being with new people even if I don’t know them before, I enjoyed joining them, like the staff who work with us. I hope we can come again. I would love to tell them thank you. Jamie’s Farm have so many fun – I cannot count – the animals – you will have fun, learn new skills, like feeding animals, working outside on the farm, cutting wood, you do simple things but it helps, using simple things. I learned a lot of skills. I have learnt that nothing is impossible, nothing you cannot do, if you love your work, nothing you cannot do. Everything you can do!”

“My favourite part...meeting lovely people, it’s nice to join the group, such lovely people. I enjoyed making friends because I was afraid before that I cannot make friends. It was brave for me to come, very brave. What I have enjoyed is that everything was perfect, but the most I have enjoyed was talking with all the people and that helps me to know who I am. And feeding the animals in the morning I really enjoyed it. Coming here is helping me to refresh my mind. What I’ve learned about myself? At the time I told myself “I cannot do it”, but I have learned about myself that if I just go for it, I can do it. So I am proud of myself, I did it! I would like to thank you and all of this group, such a lovely memory, I never expected such lovely people.”

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Meet Our Trustees
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Signed
Fabia Bates (Chair)
30/07/2024
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THE HUMMINGBIRD REFUGEE PROJECT

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT

TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE HUMMINGBIRD REFUGEE PROJECT

I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of The Hummingbird Refugee Project (the charity) for the year ended 30 September 2023.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the trustees of the charity you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act).

I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s financial statements 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 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

Since the charity’s gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. I confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, which is one of the listed bodies.

Your attention is drawn to the fact that the charity has prepared financial statements in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) in preference to the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice issued on 1 April 2005 which is referred to in the extant regulations but has now been withdrawn.

I understand that this has been done in order for financial statements to provide a true and fair view in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Practice effective for reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2015.

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no 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 2011 Act; or
2 the financial statements do not accord with those records; or
3 the financial statements do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form 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 a 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 attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached.

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F J Wilde FCCA MBA DChA

Warner Wilde 4 Marigold Drive Bisley Surrey GU24 9SF

Dated: 30th July 2024

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2023 2023 Notes £ £ Income from: Donations and legacies 3 135,593 186,228 Expenditure on: Raising funds 4 8,959 190 Charitable activities 5 153,912 194,878 Total expenditure 162,871 195,068 Net income/(expenditure) and movement in funds (27,278) (8,840) Reconciliation of funds: Fund balances at 1 October 2022 35,530 98,329 Fund balances at 30 September 2023 8,252 89,489	Total Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2023 2022 2022 £ £ £ 321,821 93,522 236,094 9,149 4,895 689 348,790 89,751 179,215 357,939 94,646 179,904 (36,118) (1,124) 56,190 133,859 36,654 42,139 97,741 35,530 98,329	Total 2022 £ 329,616
		5,584 268,966
		274,550
		55,066 78,793
		133,859

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

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BALANCE SHEET

AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

Notes Current assets Debtors 10 Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 11 Net current assets The funds of the charity Restricted income funds 14 Unrestricted funds	2023 £ 504 105,756 106,260 8,519	£ 97,741 89,489 8,252 97,741	2022 £ 504 172,492 172,996 39,137	£ 133,859
				98,329 35,530
				133,859

The financial statements were approved by the trustees on 10th July 2024

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

1 Accounting policies

Charity information

The Hummingbird Refugee Project is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation registered on 4 October 2017 .

1.1 Accounting convention

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011, FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)" (effective 1 January 2019). The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.

The financial statements have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a true and fair view. This departure has involved following the Statement of Recommended Practice for charities applying FRS 102 rather than the version of the Statement of Recommended Practice which is referred to in the Regulations but which has since been withdrawn.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

1.2 Going concern

At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

1.3 Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors or grantors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the charity.

1.4 Income

Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.

Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.

Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

1 Accounting policies

(Continued)

1.5 Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement, and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.

Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges are allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.

1.6 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

1.7 Financial instruments

The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.

Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

1 Accounting policies

(Continued)

1.8 Employee benefits

The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.

Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.

1.9 Retirement benefits

Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.

2 Critical accounting estimates and judgements

In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

3 Income from donations and legacies

Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2023 2023 £ £ Donations and gifts 58,893 - Grants 76,700 186,228 135,593 186,228 Expenditure on raising funds Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2023 2023 £ £ Fundraising and publicity Staging fundraising events - - Advertising 1,086 190 Other fundraising costs 7,873 - 8,959 190	Total Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2023 2022 2022 £ £ £ 58,893 65,722 2,500 262,928 27,800 233,594 321,821 93,522 236,094 Total Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2023 2022 2022 £ £ £ - 100 - 1,276 351 689 7,873 4,444 - 9,149 4,895 689	Total 2022 £ 68,222 261,394
		329,616
		Total 2022 £ 100 1,040 4,444
		5,584

4 Expenditure on raising funds

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

5 Charitable activities

	Charitable	Charitable
	Expenditure	Expenditure
	2023	2022
	£	£
Staff costs	261,891	189,914
Contractor and other staff costs	11,698	17,542
Staff and Volunteer Training	2,612	2,657
Travel and Subsistence	11,430	13,837
Beneficiary Support	8,388	7,316
Youth Consultancy	11,498	8,792
Global Social Club	6,725	-
	314,242	240,058
Share of support costs (see note 6)	33,024	27,360
Share of governance costs (see note 6)	1,524	1,548
	348,790	268,966
Analysis by fund
Unrestricted funds	153,912	89,751
Restricted funds	194,878	179,215
	348,790	268,966

6 Support costs allocated to activities

Support costs allocated to activities
Office costs Rent Telephone and internet Repairs and maintenance Other costs Governance costs Analysed between: Charitable activities	2023 £ 6,445 19,066 1,455 - 6,058 1,524 34,548 34,548	2022 £ 4,094 17,311 1,087 80 4,788 1,548
		28,908
		28,908

Governance costs includes payments to the independent examiner of £1,524 (2022: £1,512) for accounts preparation and independent examination.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

7 Trustees

None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year.

8 Employees

The average monthly number of employees during the year was:

Employment costs Wages and salaries Social security costs Other pension costs	2023 Number 11 2023 £ 243,613 14,496 3,782 261,891	2022 Number 7
		2022 £ 178,269 8,957 2,688
		189,914

There were no employees whose annual remuneration was more than £60,000.

9 Taxation

The charity is exempt from taxation on its activities because all its income is applied for charitable purposes.

10 Debtors

10 Debtors
Amounts falling due within one year: Prepayments and accrued income 11 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Notes Other taxation and social security Deferred income 12 Other creditors Accruals	2023 £ 504 2023 £ 5,563 - 1,396 1,560 8,519	2022 £ 504
		2022 £ 4,578 30,000 2,276 2,283
		39,137

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

12 Deferred income

Other deferred income Deferred income is included in the financial statements as follows: Deferred income is included within: Current liabilities Movements in the year: Deferred income at 1 October 2022 Released from previous periods Resources deferred in the year Deferred income at 30 September 2023	2023 £ - 2023 £ - 30,000 (30,000) - -	2022 £ 30,000 2022 £ 30,000 31,200 (31,200) 30,000 30,000

13 Retirement benefit schemes

Defined contribution schemes

The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme for all qualifying employees. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the charity in an independently administered fund.

The charge to profit or loss in respect of defined contribution schemes was £3,782 (2022 - £2,688).

14 Restricted funds

The restricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants held on trust subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used.

At 1 Young Leaders Salaries Core costs	October 2022 Incoming resources Resources expended At 30 September 2023 £ £ £ £ 54,994 53,350 (48,398) 59,946 208 33,400 (23,150) 10,458 43,127 99,478 (123,520) 19,085 98,329 186,228 (195,068) 89,489

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

14 Restricted funds Previous year: At 1 Young Leaders Salaries Core costs	(Continued) October 2021 Incoming resources Resources expended At 30 September 2022 £ £ £ £ 42,139 51,000 (38,145) 54,994 - 66,194 (65,986) 208 - 118,900 (75,773) 43,127 42,139 236,094 (179,904) 98,329

Young Leaders: grants received from the Act for Change Fund for running costs of the Young Leaders programme.

Salaries : grants received for staff salaries, including £33,400 from Tudor Trust.

Core costs : grants received to cover project-related costs across all services, as well as overheads and salaries.

15 Unrestricted funds

The unrestricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants which are not subject to specific conditions by donors and grantors as to how they may be used. These include designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes.

At 1 General funds Previous year: At 1 General funds	October 2022 Incoming resources Resources expended At 30 September 2023 £ £ £ £ 35,530 135,593 (162,871) 8,252 October 2021 Incoming resources Resources expended At 30 September 2022 £ £ £ £ 36,654 93,522 (94,646) 35,530

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023

16 Analysis of net assets between funds

Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2023 2023 £ £ Fund balances at 30 September 2023 are represented by: Current assets/(liabilities) 8,252 89,489 8,252 89,489 Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2022 2022 £ £ Fund balances at 30 September 2022 are represented by: Current assets/(liabilities) 35,530 98,329 35,530 98,329	Total 2023 £ 97,741
	97,741
	Total 2022 £ 133,859
	133,859

17 Related party transactions

There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2022 - none).

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