Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 1[ST] June 2023 To 31[st] May 2024
Charity name: Christchurch Support Kabin
Charity registration number: 1178815
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | For the public beneft, the relief and assistance of people in poverty in the Christchurch area who are, for whatever reason, in need of support by supplying them with food, informa;on and general support. |
| 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 | To provide hot meals for those in need. To provide essen;al equipment, clothing and other necessary items for those in need. To provide assistance and support for those who are homeless or vulnerable. To facilitate access to medical and dental assistance and assistance in accessing housing support. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The trustees have had regard to the guidance. |
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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 | We have successfully delivered meals, clothing, and indispensable equipment to individuals facing adversity. Service users have received essen;al items such as tents, sleeping bags, and warm clothing. Our fundraising eforts have enabled us to keep the rental premises, ensuring a secure and accessible base for our opera;ons. This allows us to reach a broader segment of our community.. |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
|---|---|---|
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | The charity is in a strong position having fundraised to be able to be in a position to be able to offer support to those that need it. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | We hold reserves to enable us to be able to con;nue with opera;ons if fundraising declined due to situa;ons out of our control. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | N/A |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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|---|---|---|
| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Foundation |
| 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 | Ini;al appointment of trustees was made on a nomina;on basis. Four trustees have been appointed indefnitely and the remainder for fxed terms which will be reviewed at the AGM. |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Christchurch Support Kabin |
|---|---|
| Other name the charity uses | None |
| Registered charity number | 1178815 |
| Charity’s principal address | 58 Bargates. Christchurch. Dorset. BH23 1OL |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (if any) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Jane Mccowliff |
Chair | ||
| Emma O’Callaghan | |||
| Anthony Sylvain | 06/11/2023 to present | ||
| Matt Haine | until 22/03/2024 | ||
| Ian Brooks | until 22/03/2024 | ||
| Zoe Haine | until 22/03/2024 | ||
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
Dates acted if not for whole year
Trustee name
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
| Description of the assets held in this capacity |
N/A |
|---|---|
| Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects |
N/A |
| Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets |
N/A |
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
N/A
Other optional information
N/A
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) Mrs Emma OCallaghan
Position (eg Trustee Secretary, Chair, etc)
Date 11/12/2024
Christchurch Support Kabin Profit And Loss Account For the year ended 31 May 2024
| Income Donations Grants Expenses Cleaning Supplies Clothing /Bedding Purchases Computer Equipment Purchase Equipment/Office Purchases Food Purchases & Packaging Heat & Light Kitchen Purchases Maintenance & Repairs Public Liability Insurance Rates Rent Software Volunteer Fees/Gifts Net loss |
5,087 3,806 - - - - (392) (880) (22) - (277) (112) (7,029) (220) - |
2024 2023 £ £ 6,147 - 8,893 6,147 (347) (99) (76) (124) (1,293) (2,708) (158) (448) (292) (103) (7,470) (141) (707) (8,931) (13,965) (38) (7,818) (38) (7,818) |
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