Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01/04/2022 to 31/03/2023
Charity name: The Crossings
Charity registration number:1175115
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | To relieve poverty in 'The Waterside' (an area west of Southampton Water) and the New Forest by providing support and relief to people who are homeless, who are at risk of homelessness, or otherwise vulnerable or marginalised by providing a drop in centre and supporting and encouraging homeless people to move on to appropriate accommodation |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
Provide a drop-in facility staffed by trained volunteers and employed staff providing various types of support, including but not limited to: ◦ a welcoming space to talk with hot drink ◦ internet connectivity, to assist guests in electronic form filling (e.g. Universal Credit) and in accessing further statutory or voluntary support ◦engaging with and encouraging church members and other volunteers to work with some of the most vulnerable people on The Waterside and in The New Forest without discrimination, expressing Christian compassion by practical support and in building supportive relationships. working alongside and in cooperation with existing agencies, both statutory and voluntary, who are involved with adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the Waterside and New Forest area, together meeting the needs of these individuals. ◦supporting and encouraging homeless people to move on to appropriate accommodation, enabling them to work with agencies to secure more permanent accommodation. ◦arranging other events and activities in support of homeless people |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The trustees confirm that they have operated “The Crossings” charity solely to meet the public benefit objectives listed above, complying with the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit |
| Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements |
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where relevant about: |
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| SORP reference | ||
| Policyongrant making | Para1.38 |
Policy on social investment Para 1.38 including program related investment Contribution made by Para 1.38 volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance
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| 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 | The charity operates three drop-in centres to provide a welcoming, non-judgemental space in which visitors can feel safe to explore their current issues and future possibilities. Services provided including help with Homesearch applications, housing benefits and Universal Credit. The Drop-ins are staffed by trained volunteers, under the supervision of a Project Leader. The charity’s Drop-In At Home programme supports those who have recently moved into accommodation, who need support, encouragement and mentoring. This programme was conceived in dialogue with NFDC’s Housing Options Team. The charity is providing direct support to those people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, including essential help in navigating government and local authorities’ procedures, much of which has to provided online. The charity operates in close co- operation with New Forest District Council and other local organisations. |
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | The drop-in centres operate on a regular basis for almost every week of the year. One of the charity’s drop-in centres is now operated on an appointment only basis. Attendance at another centre has significantly increased. |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | The charity was successful in obtaining grants from local agencies charities and individuals, and fundraising activities are planned to meet annual costs while meeting the charity’s reserves policy |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | The charity had the sum of £19138 on deposit at 31/03/2023 compared to £5925 at the end of the previous year. The balance at the end of 2022/23 includes grantsforoperationsin 2023/24 |
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| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | Reserves are only retained to support current and future activities. Reserves are intended to cover three month’s costs. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £6000 at 31/03/2023 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | - |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | - |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | - |
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Grants from local and national organisations and charities Donations from individuals The charity’s principal sources of funds (including Para 1.47 any fundraising) None Investment policy and objectives including any Para 1.46 social investment policy adopted Obtaining funding to meet objectives Continuing to recruit and train sufficient volunteers to support clients A description of the principal Para 1.46 risks facing the charity Other
Structure, Governance and Management
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Constitution |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | CIO |
| 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 | Appointed by trustees |
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Policies and procedures adopted for the induction Para 1.51 and training of trustees The charity’s organisational structure and any wider Para 1.51 network with which the charity works Relationship with any related Para 1.51 parties Other
Reference and Administrative details
| Charityname | The Crossings |
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| Other name the charityuses | FormerlyWaterside Churches Together Night Shelter |
| Registered charitynumber | 1175115 |
| Charity’s principal address | Ivydene, Main Road Dibden Southampton SO45 5TB |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Edgar Ruddock | Chair | Trustees | ||
| David Norbury | Trustees | |||
| David Yapp | Treasurer | Trustees | ||
| Leslie Sharpe | Secretary | Trustees | ||
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held in this capacity
Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects
Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional) Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Full name(s) Edgar Chapman Ruddock David Yapp Position (eg Chair Treasurer Secretary, Chair, etc) Date[19/01/2024] 19/01/2024
| The Crossings | 1175115 | |||
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| Receipts and payments accounts | CC16a | |||
| For the period from |
01/04/2022 | To | 01/04/2023 |
| Section A Receipts and payments | Section A Receipts and payments | |||||
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| A1 Receipts | Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ 33,024 - - - - - - - 33,024 - - - 33,024 15,954 279 2,457 - - - - - - 18,690 - - - 18,690 14,334 - - 14,334 |
Restricted funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Endowment funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Total funds to the nearest £ 33,024 - - - - - - - 33,024 - - - 33,024 15,954 279 2,457 - - - - - - 18,690 - - - 18,690 14,334 |
Last year to the nearest £ |
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| Sub total(Gross income for AR) |
33,024 | 14,734 | ||||
| A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). |
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| Total receipts A3 Payments |
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| 14,734 | ||||||
Salarycosts |
15,954 | 16,007 | ||||
| Insurance/admin | 279 | 298 | ||||
| travel expenses /purchases | 2,457 | 3,103 | ||||
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| **Sub total ** | 18,690 | 19,408 | ||||
| A4 Asset and investment purchases (see table) |
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| Total payments Net of receipts/(payments) A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
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| 19,408 | ||||||
| 14,334 | - | - | 14,334 |
- 4,674 | ||
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| 14,334 | - | - | 14,334 | - 4,674 |
CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
29/01/2024
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| Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period | Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period | Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period | |
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| Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B1 Cash funds |
Details Details Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Cash at bank Details Details Details Signature |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 19,138 - - - - - 19,138 - Agreement Error OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name David Yapp David Norbury |
Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| Date of approval |
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| David Yapp | 17/01/2024 | ||
| David Norbury | 29/01/2024 |
CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
29/01/2024
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