2020-09-30-accounts

The Medway Street Angels

30[th] September 2020 Charity Registration Number 1176617

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THE MEDWAY STREET ANGELS

TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT YEAR ENDED 30[th ] SEPTEMBER 2020.

The trustees’ present their report and their financial statements of the charity for the year ended 30[th] October 2019

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

Registered charity name The Medway Street Angels Charity working name MSA Charity registration number 1176617 Principle office 2 Pilgrims View Sandling, Maidstone Kent ME14 3DQ The Trustees Mrs K Kora Mr P M A Thompson Mrs A R Gilbert Mrs L E Ferguson Mr S Nash

Independent examiner Jennifer M Richardson 32 Station Road Gillingham Kent ME8 7PH

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing Document

The Medway Street Angels was established as a registered charity on the 11[th] January 2018 Registered Charity Number 1176617 and is governed by its constitution. The Constitution was adopted on the 8[th] October 2017

The governance of the charity is undertaken by a board of trustees who, with the leadership of Amber Gilbert manage the affairs of the Charity. There should be at least three trustees on the board at any time.

Recruitment and appointment of Trustees

Trustees can be appointed to and removed from the board upon the concurrence of 3 voting trustees or one tenth of the trustee board which is the greater. One third of the elected trustees must retire at

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each AGM, those longest in office retiring first, those retiring shall be eligible for re-election at that AGM. Trustees are appointed by serving trustees, after selection individuals for appointment with regards to skills, knowledge and experience needed for the effective administration of the charity.

Risk Assessment

The trustees have reviewed the major risk to which the charity is exposed and are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate exposure to those risks.

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TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT (continued)

YEAR ENDED 30[th ] SEPTEMBER 2020.

THE MEDWAY STREET ANGELS

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

The following object is for the benefit of the local community in Medway and the surrounding area without distinction of race, sex, political, religious or other opinion of the members of such community, to support, care and treat persons in need who are homeless and suffering from the effects of poverty, sickness, disability, old age, alcoholism, drug addiction, offending behaviour, or any other mental or physical infirmity, as an expression of Christian faith.

To promote the physical, mental and spiritual health and wellbeing in particular but not exclusively by the provision of pastoral care and the formation of a Medway Street Angels programme providing a compassionate listening ear for all problems and practical advice on staying safe on the streets such as contract details for taxi firms/ external agencies, warm drinks, shoes etc. and simple first aid may be administered by those who have had appropriate training

In furtherance of the main objects, the Charity undertakes the following activities:

• ❖ Supporting, advising, and signposting those who are homeless, socially excluded, and vulnerable adults.

• ❖ Providing a community outreach service to those who are homeless, socially excluded and or vulnerable.

• ❖ Accompanying guests to appointments where they require assistance.

• ❖ Providing ongoing assistance to those who have been housed but remain vulnerable.

• ❖ Promoting the needs of those who are homeless, socially excluded, and vulnerable in the areas in which we offer support

Public Benefit

In planning the charities for the year, the trustees reviewed the guidance from the charity commission during trustee meetings.

ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE

In our third year as a registered charity, we have been able to support many more people. Over the year we have received numerous donations and fundraising support from members of the public as well as corporate organisations, during the COVID 19 Pandemic we have successfully gained grants from Morrisons and the Kent Community Foundation

We have received physical donations from both businesses and members of the public. We thank each person/business or organisation that has donated to our charity. It would be impossible to quantify these donations. Increasing numbers of businesses and organisations are now aware of the charity’s work, offering assistance including expertise, educating about stereotypes, and volunteering hours.

As a charity, with COVID 19 we have been unable to hold any fundraising events, our intention is to be able to restart these fundraising events in 2021.

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In all areas, we have supported many people into temporary and permanent housing and continue tosupport them for as long as they require. We continue to run soup kitchens, outreach, and provide food parcels in all areas. This work has increased dramatically due to the pandemic, working with local authorities to ensure no one in poverty, isolation or in need is left out. Alongside the additional support for COVID 19, still we offer emergency assistance for families in poverty and others facing financial crisis. This includes, but not exclusively, the provision or food, furniture, clothing, nappies, kitchen appliances and online only payments for gas/electricity. This is not only from self- referral but referrals from various agencies, authorities, and education settings. This not only reflects the increased demand but also the relationships we have built with other agencies and the high regard in which The Medway Street Angels are held.

We pride ourselves on our level of professional communications with agencies such as DWP, multiple local councils, housing associations and educational settings etc. The building of these relationships have been the key to ensuring the charity achieves its objectives. We have seen an increase in the number of people requiring support.

Due to the nature of our activities, it is impossible to accurately estimate the number of people we have assisted.

At the time of writing, The Medway Street Angels has 43 volunteers who take on different roles, such as street outreach, food collectors, caterers, accompanying guests to appointments and collecting donations to count a few of our activities. The time and commitment given by our volunteers is vital, without them, the charity would not be able to function or offer the variety or services that we do. Their time, skills and commitment are invaluable and are vital to the success of the charity.

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Principle funding sources

The principle funding sources for the charity are from donations and fundraising received from members of the public and corporate organisations.

Financial review of the year

The operating surplus for the year was £14,424.94 (2018 -£7678.99.) Reserves at the year end were £4632 (2019 - £14,424.94) which are used to finance additional activities, trading in the ensuing year and as a backup reserve. If the charity continues at its present level of activity it has funds available to continue for one year.

Reserves Policy

The unrestricted general funds of the charity are all available to promote the objects. The total unrestricted general funds at the year end was £4632 (2019 - £14,424.94) to be used over the next year to promote the expansion of the charity’s activities.

PLANS FOR THE FUTURE

The trustees will continue developing the service the charity offers to those who are suffering from homelessness and/or the effects of poverty. Expanding the areas, we cover. We aim to continue to develop meaningful relationships with the people we work with, as well as effective relationships with other groups/agencies, building stronger connections to our local communities, the volunteers and people who support our work.

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THE MEDWAY STREET ANGELS

TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT (continued)

YEAR ENDED 30[th ] SEPTEMBER 2020

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES

The charity's trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees’ Annual Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

The law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the trustees have elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law). The trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and the income and expenditure of the charity for that period.

In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to:

• ❖ select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.

• ❖ observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP.

• ❖ make judgements and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent.

• ❖ state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.

• ❖ prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.

The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charity’s transactions and 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 Charities Act 2011 and the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. 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.

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER

Jennifer M Richardson has been appointed as our independent examiner for the year.

The trustees annual report was approved on 21[st] June 2021 and signed on behalf of the board of trustees by:

Mrs A Gilbert Trustee

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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES GharSty Nan)e edway Str88tAny No lif a￿) 1178617 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period from Period start Oate Period end dat8 3010912020 To 011101201g Section A Receipts and payments Unrestrlcied funds tolhe n￿r••t R8strlci•d fund8 Endowmènt fundi Total fund Last year toth• noarost toth• n•arogt£ tothe n6arMt£ to tho Mar•8t£ Al Roc•lpts OL￿at￿nS General Donatlons Large Donations Onlln& Fundfal8ln Fun Day Olh8r Fundrni8lrvJ Evenl8 KI1￿ CO1￿ctIon Ptynt Gian ReftJnd¥8nd Robxnl 6Q4 3.241 3.111 22.079 4.D32 22.079 5,745 io 10 0.810 138 8.800 127 Sub total(Gross income for ARJ 3B,220 30,030 A2 A88et and Invwtsm•nt •ate•, tablo). Sub total 38,220 30.035 A3Pa nti Meetino Subsi8tenc Fo¢d Drink for SU'• Food and Drink dl8p)58blo8 SU Suppl188 Wa8t8 Remov Fundraisiw Secudty ch￿K1 Stsff Tr81Trlng Rwl Gas and E￿rfc V8htcltr Ex Tr8dem8rk IT E ulwrentaNJ Office Su PlkB Offir￿ and Storage EquIK￿ent Small Equipment Purcha6e8 Stgtionw. Pnnbno ￿ Postwo 106 4.112 12,149 621 2,004 12,149 821 2,004 1.336 1.439 Sup￿[91 40 299 7,794 339 21 7.794 339 1.712 228 973 93B 938 091 2,S1 267 224 60 1,525 154 1,36J 2,S1B 267 224 Telephwe Cuts Irourarta Bank Fees $￿ul1ty Depolt8 E8Imated Thèft A￿MmC¢J8lIon forGue8 ProfÉsslon21 Fea& uiwnent PurchBses 213 60 360 2,121 297 2.121 Sub total A4 A￿&t and inv8Stment pureha5e5,1599 tsbl•l 33,588 22,356 Sub totsl Tot81 paymonts Net of recwpW{payments) A5 Tran$fèr8 bètween fund A6 Cash funds last year end cct#*l end 4.632 4632 7,879 14A25 19,057 6,746 1e10&20J1425 4,632

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the.end of the period Unrestrlcted Restrfcted funds funds to n•ar•8t£ Endowment lunds to nMrest£ Catègorl Detai16 to nparÈBt£ B1 Ca8h fund• Bank 18,627 Security Depots 530 Total cash ftindj 19,057 ithx• t4kn¢•AvJnn wlpty4nJ p•￿Thr￿a qcownll•}I un￿trIc￿￿ fundB to ¢w•re¥t£ R••trict•d fund8 to no•Wt £ End0￿Ment lund8 Detall¥ Fuftd to whlch ••••tbglon ¢¢wr•n¢valu• D•tsll• CoBt lopuon Fund to whlch D•tsll8 ¢oBtloptlon•ll Cutr•ffi(vaiu• t￿n 84 A•••ts r•taln•d for th• charfty'• own u•• Fumito whlch Amount du• Vth•n duo lonol D¢tsll$ 85 Llabilltl zg•• Signed by one or d¥0 Iwste85 on behaff of the trvsiees Dale of roval S￿na￿re Print Nome CCXX R2 axounts ISSI 1P4Qf42021

CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examtner's Report Report to the trusteesl members of Charivi Name The Medway Street Angels On accounts for the year ended 3010912020 Charity no {if any) 1176617 Set out on pages 1 AND 2 OF RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS FORM Ifery,emiY Io iiiclude Ihe pa9e nun7ber5 of addrtiop.al sh151 I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the abov8 Charity (Ihe Trusf) for the year ended 3(Y0912()20 Responsibilities and As the chartty trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basi$ of report of the a¢rnunts in accordance wtih the requiremenls of the Charities Act 2011 nhe Acr). l in resFeCt of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in Garying out my examination, I have followed the applicxble Directions given by the Charity Commission under seL#ion 145{5)(b) of the ACL I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me Cause to believe that in. any material respect: accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or the accounts do not aCcc￿d wrlh the accounting records Independent examinerfs statsment I have no concerns and have corn8 across no other matters in connection wrth the examination to whi¢h attention should be drawn in order to enable proper understanding of the a¢￿Unts to be ￿aChad. Signed: Date: 1810612021 Name: JE NIFER M RICHARDSON Rèlevant professional qualifbcation(s) or body (If any): FCA Address: 32 STAMON ROAD RAINHAM GILLINGHAM KENT MR87PH Section B. Disclosure Only Complete rf the examiner needs to highlight matt8rs of concem (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidance for examiners). IER October 2018

Give horo brief detslls ot any itsms that the examlnerwlshes to disclose. IER October 2018