REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1177266 SMHfl ,Kkncrs .4.fv'suiciDE SUPPORT Re f the Trustees and Unaudited Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 202 Sunflowers SuicKle Su ort Slanbridge Accounlan¢y Services Limited 9 Wheatstone Court Waterwells Business Park Davy Way Gloucester Gloucestershire GL2 2AQ
Sunflowers Suicide Su Conlents of the Financial Stalernents for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 Page Report of the TnJstees 1 to 5 Independenl Examine¢s Report statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Financial Statements 9 to 14 D8tai18d Statement of Financial Acts-wties 15 to 16
Sunflowers Suicide Su Re ort of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 The trustees present their report with the financial slalements of tha charity for the year ended 31 March 2026. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Rèporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable lo charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) {8ff8Ctiv8 1 January 2019). OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Objactlvès and alms The objects of the CIO are to relieve the mental and physical sickness of people bereaved by sulclde and those at risk of suicide by provision of counselling and support. To advance the education of the public in all areas relating to suicide and suicide bereavement. in particular but nol exdusively among health professionals and those who work with people bereav8d by suicide or al risk of suicide. To meet the needs and break Ihe isolation of Ihose bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend, by offering a safe confidential environment in which b8feaved people can sh8re thelr experiences and feelings, consequently giving and gaining support from each oth8r. To promote greater awareness for professionals to help them recognise the spe¢ifi¢ support required for those b8r8av8d by suicide. SL&mortt on Publlc Beneflt The trusteas are aware of the Public Benefit provisions of the Charities Act 2011 and of the guidanc8 on them published by the Charity Commission. They are satisfied thal the objecls of the charity and the activities of the ¢hartty are within thè definitions of Charitable Purposes set down in the A¢1. The trustees are not aware of any public detriment caused by the charitys objects or activities, nor are they aware of anyorte receiving private benefit from the charitys activities. Grant maklng The Charity is not a grant making charily and d08s not Invit8 grant applications. Volunteers The Charity have 8 team of volunteers that have assisted in the operations of the Charity. During this period, volunteer roles have included adminislrative SUPFQrt. coordinaling sunshine boxes, coordinating support packs. cleaning of our offices, support at our bereavement events and peer facilitation of our bereavemenl groups. We also have a team of voluntaers as part of the fundraising commlttee who plan and deliver all of the Sunflowers fundraising events. ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Charltable activities The total donations received during the period totalled £169,929 wilh the remainiro income being generated from the fees from events and talks £28,712 and grants of £205,794. The expenditure totalled £385,698 resulting in the excess of receipts ovar payments of £7,05112025.' £17,711). The Charity has claimed gift aid on donatbons during the period through CAF t)onate and Just Giving. Pagé 1
Sunflowers Suicide Su Re ort of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 MarGh 2026 FINANCIAL REVIEW Principal funding sourcos Sunflowers Suicide Support has had a successful financial year, maintaining the income seen in 2024. The charivs prinapal sources of inc¢)me remain div8rs8, including individual and Gorporat8 donations. restrided grants, and income generated from intemal fijndraising activities, training sessions and community events. This funding diversity aligns with our strategic objects've to protect the charity's future sustainability by reducing relian¢9 on any single income stream. During the financial year 2025126, Sunflowers Sui¢ide Support received restricted income from Summerfield Charitable Trust, Screwfix Foundation, Slonehouse Town Council, Ted Senior Foundation, The Lapid Trust, SIB Reach Funding, The Doyle Carte Fund and Gloucestershire NHS ICB. We also received a third inslalmenl from the National Lottery Community Fund 5-year funding. and the first instalment of 3-year funding from the Barnwood Trust and the first instalment of &year funding from Children in Need. Our fundraising events, including Chase the Sun, Wing Walk, NeOrkIng Evaning, Quiz Nights and Do Not Be Alone Coffee Momings , generated over £22.370. This reflects the Commitment of our volunteers and highlights the str8nglh of communty engagement with our cause. Investment pollcy and obJ8ctlve8 The charity aims to balance accessibility with prudent financial stewardship. Most funds during 2025126 were held in an instant-acc8ss charity savings account to ensLAre availability of liquid assets and generate maximum bank inter8st income. To optirnise retums while managing risk, a portion of our funds w8r8 transf8rr8d to a Charity Notice account in 2025126. This move was to allow us to secure hlgh8r Interest rates while spreading risk across multiple financial institutions. The Charity has had a period of growth and has increased the investsment of funds in the operatsons of the Charity to develop infrastructure and manp)w8r in accordance with the increasing demand11 continues to see Page 2
Sunflowers Suicide Su Re ort of the Trustees for the Y&ar Ended 31 March 2026 FINANCIAL REVIEW Reserves pollcy Sunflowers Suicide Support holds unrestricted reserves to énsure financial stsbility, protect core services, and support sustainable growth. The charity's policy is to maintain reserves within prudent range that reflects both operational needs and strategic ambitions. The Trustees have set a reserves target equivalent to ben three and six months, core running costs {CUentlY £114,224 - £228,449). This range is designed to prowde a safaty net in the event of unexpected income loss, while allowing sufficient time to implement recovery strategies. A proportion of reserves had been and continue lo be designated for strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the charitrfs long-temi capacity. Investments indude improvements to IT systems and safeguarding process8s. expansion of fundraising ¢apabilit18s. relocation to new offices to meet service demand, and stsff development. These initiats'vas are difficult lo fund through grants and demonstraté Sunflowers, commitment to using reserves lo strengthen infrastructure and sustain service delivèry. As of the year-end, the charity holds £137,779 in unrestricted reserves. This is within the target range and reflects the Trustees, confidence in the charitys diversified funding basè and financial resilience. Th8 reserves are not considered excèssiv8 and are reviewed quarterly to ensure alignment with rlsk. operating costs, and growth plans. The Trustees consider the current level of reserves to be appropriate and responsible. supporting both the immediate continuity of services and the charity's future development. This approach 8nsures that Sunflowers remains resilient, adaptable. and capable of meeting the growing need for suicide prevention and bereavement support across the region. Summary of the flnanclal year In 2025126, Sunflowers maintained the significant flnancial and service growth experienc8d in 2024125. Total incom8 was ££403,095, driven by growth in grant funding and continued individual donations, event incom8. and bank interest. The expenditure in 2025126 was £396.044. reflecting strategic investrnent in staffing, infrastructure, and Servi delivery in response to increased demand. A modesl surplus of £7,051 was aGhieved. Our year-end reserves of £239,859, of which £170.000 are unrestrided. d8monstrate a sound financial position. A portion of these r9serv8s is already allocated lo core development work as outlined in our strategic plan. While the tharity has grown. the Trustees remain mindful of rising osts-particularly staff salaries-and the need for sustained income lo maintain this positive tralectory confidence We continuè to activèly fundraise to meet the 2026127 funding requirement of £458,898, with a focus on unrestricted overheads, core services and programme delivery. Th8 Trustees afe confident that our strong 2025126 performance, robust reserves policy, and rèvis8d funding strategy will reassure current and prospective supporters of Sunflowers, capacity to dèlivèr high-impact, financially sustainable services. FisfuRE PLANS After making appropriate enquiries. the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the Charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. For this reason. they continue to adopt the going concem basis in preparing the financial statements. Page 3
Sunflowers Suicide Su ort Ré ort of lh8 Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 STRUCTURE. GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governlng document Thg charity is contrdled by its goveming document, and is an incorporated charity. The Sunflowers Suicide Support was registered with the Charity Commission as a Charity on 21 February 2018. Recrultmant and appolntment of n8W trustees New trustees, appointments are shown under the trustees, delails sedion. Any new trustees are invited by agreement of the èxisting trustees having due regard to the skills, knowledge and experience requir8d for the effectiv8 administration of the Charity. Organisatlonal structurè There are currently six trustees and approximately thirty charity volunteers. The organisational structure of the Gharity is suGh that long ierm strategic decisions are made during regular trustees. meetings attended by Ihe trustees. management team, and also Per)dicallY by some of the volunteers. Induction and trainlng of new trustggs Any new Iruslees are introduced lo the Charity Commission trustee guidelines and are provided with a copy of the Charrties Commissi¢)n 'Essential Tnjstee. guidance booklet. New trustees are fully updated on the background of the Charity, operalion framéwork, and its objectives. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registared Charlty number 1177266 Prfnclpal addrog8 Waterside House Bonds Mill Stonehouse Glouceslershir8 GL10 3RF Truste88 Mrs W J Morris (appointed 7.4.26) Mr P Broad Mr l Taylor Mrs S Neath Mrs K P Haughton {r8sign8d 7.1.26) Mr A Mulla Mr G R Smith (resigned 22.12.25) Mrs M Hutton (appointed 16.10.25) Independent Examiner Mr D C I Woodger FCCA Stanbridge Accountancy Services Limited 9 Wheatstone Court wateellS Business Park Davy Way Gloucester GIoUsterShIre GL2 2AQ Page 4
Sunflowers Suicide Su rt of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 Approved by order of the board of trustees on ......... ....... by". and signed on its behalf Mr A Mulla - Trust88 Page 5
Inde endent Examinerfs Re Sunflowers Suicide Su ort ort to the Trustees of Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Sunflowers Suicide Support I report lo the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Sunflowers Suicide Support (the Trust) for the year ended 31 March 2026. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the ACV). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145{5Mb) of the Act. Indepandent examiner's statament Sinc8 your charity's gross income exceeded £250.000 your examiner must be a member of a listed body. I can confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am a member of the Association of Chartered Certified A¢¢ounlants. which is one of Ihe listed bodies. I have ¢omp181&d my 8xamination. I confirm thal no material matters have come to my attention in ¢onne¢lion with the 8xamination giving me Cause to believe that in any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act., or the accounts do not accord with those records., or the a¢¢ounls do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the fom and content of accounts sel 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 ¢oncerns 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. Mr D C I Woodger FCCA Slanbridg8 Accountancy Services Limited 9 Whealslone Court Walerwells Business Park Davy Way Gloucester Gloucestershire GL2 2AQ Page 6
Sunflowers Suicide Su statement of Financial Activitses for the Year End8d 31 March 2026 31.3.26 Total funds 31.3.25 Total funds Unrestricted RestriGled fund fund Not8s INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 169,929 205.794 375,723 332,265 Other trading activities Investment income 23,506 5,206 23,506 5.206 64,349 Total 198,641 205.794 404.435 403,409 EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 19.365 1,275 20.640 15,907 Charltsble activltlos General activities 212.589 164 155 369,791 Total 231.954 165 430 397 384 385 698 NET INCOMEI{EXPENDITURE) {33,313> 40.364 7,051 17,711 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 171,092 86,478 257,570 239.859 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 137 779 126 842 264 621 257 570 The notes fonn part of these finaneial stalements Page 7
Sunflowers Suicide Su ort Balance Sheet 31 March 2026 31.3.26 Total funds 31.3.25 Total funds Unrestricted Restricted fund fund Not8S CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at bank and in harKI 6,817 152.467 6,817 309,309 26,686 238,526 156,842 159,284 156.842 316,126 265,212 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one y8ar (21,505) {30,000} {51,505} {7,642) NET CURRENT ASSETS 137.779 126.842 264,621 257 570 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 137.779 126,842 264,621 257,570 NET ASSETS 137.779 126,842 264,621 257,570 FUNDS Unrestricted funds Restricted funds 137.779 126 842 171,092 TOTAL FUNDS 264,621 257 570 è financial statements were approved by the Board of Truste8s and authorised for issue on ..2Q2.&*............. and were signed on its behalf by. Mr A Mulla - Twstee The notes fomi parl of these financial statements Page 8
Sunflowers Suicide Su Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of preparlng the financial statsments The financial statements of the Gharity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102. havè been prepared in accordan with Ihè Charities SORP IFRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recornmended Practice applicable to tharities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial RetN)rting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).. Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reportlng Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland, and the Charities Act 2011. Th8 financial statements have been prepared undor the historical cost convention. Income All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the tharity has entit18m8nt to the funds, it is probable that the income will be re¢8iV8d and the amount can be measured reliably. Expendlturo Liabilities are recognised as expenditu as soon as ttiere is a legal or constructive obligation committing the Gharity lo that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of e¢onomic benefits will be required In s8tt18ment and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basi5 and has been dassified under headings that aggregate all cost lated to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed lo particular headings Ihey have b8en allocated to activili8s on a basis nsiStent wilh the use of resources. Taxatlon Th8 charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities. Fund accountlng Unrestricted funds can be used In a¢ance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of th8 Iruslees. Restricted funds can only be used for paiticular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Reslriclions arise when spectfied by th& donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund Is Included in the notes to the financial statements. Page 9 ntinued...
Sunflowers Suicide Su Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 OTHER TRADING ACTMTIES 31.3.26 31.3.25 Events and presentations Merchandise sales 22,370 1,136 63,271 1,078 23,506 64,349 INVESTMENT INCOME 31.3.26 31.3.25 Interest receivab18 - trading 5,206 TRUSTEES. REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustees, remuneration Of Qther benefits for the year 8nd8d 31 March 2026 nor for the year ended 31 March 2025. Trustees, expenses There were no trustees, expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2026 nor for th8 year ended 31 March 2025. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unrestricted Restri¢t8d fund fund Total funds INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 140,086 192,179 332,265 Other trading activities Inveslmenl income 64,349 6,795 64,349 Totsl 211.230 192.179 403,409 EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 15,907 15,907 Charitablo activities General activities 188,873 180,918 369.791 Totsl 204,780 180.918 385,698 NET INCOME 6,450 11,261 17.711 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought fOard 164,PA2 75.217 239,859 Pag8 10 continued...
Sunflowers Suicide Su ort Noles to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 MarGh 2026 COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued Unrestrict1 ReslriGted Tolal fund fund funds TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 171,092 86,478 257,570 DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 31.3.26 31.3.25 Trade debtors Prepayments 3,100 6,817 6.817 26,686 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE THIN ONE YEAR 31.3.26 31.3.25 Trade creditors Taxation and social security Olher creditors 1.670 5,057 5,210 51,505 MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Not movement in funds At 31.3.26 At 1.4.25 Unrestricted funds General fund 171,092 (33,313) 137,779 Restrlctod funds General restricled grants 86.478 40,364 126,842 TOTAL FUNDS 257.570 7,051 264,621 Page11 continued...
Sunflowers Suicide Su Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued N81 movement in funds. induded in the above are as follows.. Incoming Resources Movement resources expended in funds Unrestricted funds Genéral fund 198.641 (231.954) (33,313) Restricted funds General restriGted grants 205,794 (165.430) 40,364 TOTAL FUNDS 404,435 397,384) Comparativos for movement In funds Net movemenl in funds At 31.3.25 At 1.4.24 Unrnstrlcted lunds General fund 164,642 6,450 171.092 Rèstrlcted fund8 General restricted grants 75,217 11,261 86,478 TOTAL FUNDS 239.859 17.711 257 570 Page 12 continued...
Sunflowers Suicide Su Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued Comparative net movement in funds. induded in the above are as follows,. Incoming R8sourc8s Movement resources expend8d in funds Unrostricted funds General fund 211,230 (204,780) 6,450 Restricted funds General restricted grants 192,179 {180,918) 11,261 TOTAL FUNDS 403.409 385,698) 17,711 A curr8nt year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows.. Nel movement in funds At 31.3.26 At 1.4.24 Unrèstrlcted funds General fund 164,642 (26,863> 137,779 Restrlcted funds General reslrict8d grants 75,217 51,625 126.842 TOTAL FUNDS 239,859 24,762 264 621 Page 13 continued..
Sunflowers Suicide Su Nol&s lo the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - conlinued A curr6nt year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: InmIng Rèsources Movement resources expended in funds Unr88trlcted funds General fund 409,871 (436.734) (26,863) Restrlcted funds General restricted grants 397,973 (346,348) 51,625 TOTAL FUNDS 807.844 783,082) 24,762 RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES Ther8 W8r8 no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2026. Page 14
Sunflowers Suicide Su Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 31.3.26 31.3.25 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Donations and legaclès Donations Training income Grants Bequests 155.880 8.736 210,895 212 120,581 19,505 192.179 375,723 332,265 Other trading actlvltias Events and presentations Merchandise sal8s 22,370 63,271 23.506 64,349 Investment Income Interest receivable - trading 5,206 6,795 Totsl Incomlng resources 404.435 403,409 EXPENDITURE Ralsing donatlons and legacles Fundraising costs 20,640 15,907 Charltable actlvlt1è8 Wages Insurance Light and heat Telephone and intemet Postage and stationery Advertising Comput8r costs and website Bank charges Training provision and staff t raining Event Costs ASIST Mileage Sunshine box and SOS pack Family liaison meeting costs Evaluation support Suicide First Aid (SFA) wsts Carried forward 262,617 2,098 3,219 2,630 2,113 1.123 7,735 161 10,065 4,298 3.504 5.907 773 19 1,059 290 307,611 239,321 1,966 2,704 1.309 2,091 4.213 10,578 191 24,669 7,632 4,282 1,259 10 2,754 302,979 This page does not form part of the statutory finanGial statements Page 15
Sunflowers Suicide Su Detailed Stalement of Financial Actiwties for the Year Ended 31 March 2026 31.3.26 31.3.25 Charitabl8 activities Brought forward Youth work Grief sUPPOrt costs Creativity hubs 307,611 90 30,297 2.266 302,979 4,709 26,710 340.264 334,398 Support costs Management Sundries 913 52 Other Rent 25,869 28.780 Govemanco costs Accountancy and legal fees Legal and professional fees 2,308 7,390 2.152 4,409 Total resources experKled 397,384 385,698 Net Income 7,051 This page does not fomi part of the statutory finanGial stat8m8nts Page 16