Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 1st June 2024 Period start date To 31st May 2025 Period end date 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 benefit, 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, information and general |
| 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 | ~~support~~ To provide hot meals for those in need. To provide essential 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 |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public |
Para 1.18 | ~~support~~ The trustees have had regard to the guidance. |
| ~~benefit~~ |
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’ve successfully delivered meals, clothing and essential equipment to those facing adversity. Service users have received vital items like tents sleeping bags and warm clothing. Our fundraising efforts have kept the rental premises secure and accessible, enabling us to reach a wider 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 thanks to its fundraising efforts, enabling it to provide support to those in need. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | We maintain reserves to allow us to continue operations if fundraising declines due to uncontrollable situations. |
| 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 |
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|---|---|---|
| ~~t~~ ~~t~~ 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 |
Para 1.25 | Initially, the trustees were appointed on a nomination basis. Four trustees have been appointed indefinitely while the others will serve fixed terms, which will be reviewed at the AGM. |
| ~~trustees~~ |
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 1QL |
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 | |||
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 N/A in this capacity Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
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 O’Callahan Position (eg Trustee Secretary, Chair, etc)
Date 20/3/2026
Christchurch Support Kabin Profit And Loss Account For the year ended 31 May 2025
| Income Donations Grants Legacy Expenses Cleaning Supplies Food Purchases & Packaging Heat & Light Kitchen Purchases Public Liability Insurance Rates Rent Software Telephone Website Net profit/(loss) |
6,442 3,500 2,000 (25) (91) (449) - (296) (112) (6,750) (128) (180) (43) |
2025 2024 £ £ 5,087 3,806 - 11,942 8,893 - (392) (880) (22) (277) (112) (7,029) (220) - - (8,074) (8,931) 3,868 (38) 3,868 (38) |
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