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The Medway Street Angels

30[th] September 2022 Charity Registration Number 1176617

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THE MEDWAY STREET ANGELS

TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT

YEAR ENDED 30[th ] SEPTEMBER 2022.

The trustees’ present their report and their financial statements of the charity for the year ended 30[th] September 2022

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 C Macintyre Mr M Weyman Mr S Nash Mr S Walker

Crossley Financial Accounting, Independent examiner Star House, Star Hill, Kent ME1 1UX

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.

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TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT (continued) YEAR ENDED 30[th ] SEPTEMBER 2022.

THE MEDWAY STREET ANGELS

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 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.

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:

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THE MEDWAY STREET ANGELS

TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT (continued) YEAR ENDED 30[th ] SEPTEMBER 2022.

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 fifth year as a registered charity, we have been able to support many people. Over the year we have received numerous donations and fundraising support from members of the public as well as more corporate organisations,

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, We have held fundraising events to continue fundraising for our works, which have been beneficial both financially and in growing our message of homelessness.

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 three soup kitchens, outreach, and provide food parcels in all areas. We have added additional services such as supporting ladies night and our mobile needle exchange. Our work has continued to increase dramatically due to the continuing effects of the pandemic, living wage and increased household bills. Working with local authorities to ensure no one in poverty, isolation or in need is left out. Alongside our soup kitchens we are still offering 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.

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TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT (continued) YEAR ENDED 30[th ] SEPTEMBER 2022.

THE MEDWAY STREET ANGELS

At the time of writing, The Medway Street Angels has 49 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 £9,679 (2021 - £4,465.65) Reserves at the year end were £14,069.21 (2021 -£4,632.00) 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 £14,069.21 (2021 -£4,632.00) 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 2022

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:

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

Crossley Financial Accounting has been appointed as our independent examiner for the year.

The trustees annual report was approved on …………..……... and signed on behalf of the board of trustees by:

Mrs A Gilbert

Trustee

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Receiptseceiptsiptspts andndd paymentsmentsentsntsts accountsntsts CC16a For the period 01/10/2021 30/09/2022 To from

Section A Receipts and payments

A1 Receipts Unrestricted
funds
to the nearest £
2,497
7,174
2,893
1,120
1,255
18,500
16,000
8
1,166
50,612
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-
-
50,612
15,783
1,297
2,165
110
2,589
1,390
45
1,123
7,995
2,009
325
1,280
1,219
397
42
899
444
357
634
698
132
40,934
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-
-
40,934
9,679
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4,391
14,069		 Restricted
funds
to the nearest £
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-		 Endowment
funds
to the nearest £
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-		 Total funds
to the nearest £
2,497
7,174
2,893
1,120
1,255
18,500
16,000
8
1,166
50,612
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-
50,612
15,783
1,297
2,165
110
2,589
1,390
45
1,123
7,995
2,009
325
1,280
1,219
397
42
899
444
357
634
698
132
40,934
-
-
-
40,934
9,679		 Total funds
to the nearest £
2,497
7,174
2,893
1,120
1,255
18,500
16,000
8
1,166
50,612
-
-
-
50,612
15,783
1,297
2,165
110
2,589
1,390
45
1,123
7,995
2,009
325
1,280
1,219
397
42
899
444
357
634
698
132
40,934
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-
-
40,934
9,679		 Last year
to the nearest £
General donations 2,497 -
Large donations(>£500) 7,174 -
Online Fundraising 2,893 -
Other Fund raisingevents 1,120 -
Sale of textiles 1,255 -
Grants 18,500 -
Foundations 16,000 -
Bank interest 8 -
Other fundraisingevents 1,166 -
Sub total(Gross income for
AR)		 50,612 -
A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table).
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- -
Sub total - -
Total receipts
A3 Payments
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Food & Drink for SU's		 15,783 -
Food & Drink disposables 1,297 -
Service User supplies 2,165 -
Accommodation forguests 110 -
Fundraisingcosts 2,589 -
Staff training 1,390 -
Meeting& trainingsubsistence 45 -
Staff clothing 1,123 -
Rent 7,995 -
Waste removal 2,009 -
Gas,electric,broadband etc 325 -
Vehicles expenses 1,280 -
Taxi services 1,219 -
IT equipment & supplies 397 -
Office storage,equipment & misc 42 -
Small equipmentpurchases 899 -
Telephone costs 444 -
All office costs 357 -
Insurance 634 -
Professional fees & subscriptions 698 -
Bank Fees 132 -
**Sub total ** 40,934 -
A4 Asset and investment
purchases, (see table)
-
-
**Sub total ** - -
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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9,679 - - 9,679 -
- - - - -
4,391 - - 4,391 -
14,069 - - 14,069 -

CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

20/12/2022

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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

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))
Bank
Security Deposits
Details
Details
Details
Signature		 Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
to nearest £
to nearest £
13,614
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455
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-
-
14,069
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OK
OK
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
to nearest £
to nearest £
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Fund to which
asset belongs
Cost (optional)
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Fund to which
asset belongs
Cost (optional)
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Fund to which
liability relates
Amount due
(optional)
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Print Name		 Endowment
funds
to nearest £
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OK
Endowment
funds
to nearest £
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Current value
(optional)
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Current value
(optional)
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When due
(optional)
Date of
approval

CCXX R2 accounts (SS)

20/12/2022

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Independent examiner's report on the accounts

Section A Independent Examiner’s Report

Report to the trustees/ The Medway Street Angels members of

On accounts for the year 30/09/2022 Charity no 1176617 ended (if any) Set out on pages 1 AND 2 RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS FORM

(remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets)

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended DD / MM / YYYY .

Responsibilities and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basis of report of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).

I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

Independent I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examiner's statement come to my attention (other than that disclosed below *) in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Signed: Date: Name: Sally Meah Relevant professional FCCA qualification(s) or body (if any): Address: Star House, Star Hill Rochester, Kent ME1 1UX

October 2018

IER

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Section B Disclosure

Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).

Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .

October 2018

IER

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