Heart Heroes Annual Report for the Year Ending 31 August 2024
Charity Registration Number: 1183079
Report of the Trustees
The trustees are pleased to present their annual report alongside the independently examined financial statements for the year ending 31 August 2024. These statements adhere to the requirements set by the Charities Act 2011, the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008, and comply with Heart Heroes' constitution.
Board of Trustees:
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Kelly Cornish : Holds NVQ Levels 2 and 3 in Childcare and Playwork.
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Peter Holt : Partner in an employee benefit company.
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Sarah Freeman : Parent of a heart hero and beneficiary trustee.
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Peter Cornish : Director of an engineering company.
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Zoe Trotman : Ward Sister, Dolphin Ward, Bristol Royal Hospital for Children.
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Kate Harber : 20+ years in the creative industry, co-owner of Onymous, with expertise in professional design services.
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Paul Cornell: Financial advisor, company owner (appointed October 2023)
Management Team:
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Kelly Cornish : Founder
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Lou Young : Bookkeeper
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George Angell : Charity Manager
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Vikki Lynn : Grants and Funds Coordinator
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Amy Ely : Engagement Lead
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Nicola Morris : Heart Heroes Family Support Lead
Independent Financial Examiner:
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Holly Siddal, AFA, MIPA, ACCA
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iLex Accountancy Services Ltd, 41 Brunswick Road, Gloucester, GL1 1JS
Bankers:
- NatWest
Charity Information:
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Name : Heart Heroes
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Charity Registration Number : 1183079
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Date of Registration : 19 April 2019
Registered Charity Number: 1183079
- Registered Office : Redwell House, Matson Lane, Gloucester, GL4 6DX
Mission Statement:
Heart Heroes supports families of children living with congenital heart disease and heart problems. Our mission is to include children, their siblings, and extended family members in all our events to foster inclusivity and connection within the Heart Heroes community.
Executive Summary:
Heart Heroes was founded in 2018 with the purpose of supporting families affected by congenital heart disease. The charity has grown through community fundraising and currently supports over 1,000 families across England and Wales. We provide tailored activities and events that foster peer support, ensuring families facing these challenges are not alone. Throughout its evolution Heart Heroes has grown its support and now
Each day, an average of 13 babies are born with a heart condition, and one in three young people with a heart condition also face mental health challenges. Our expanding support network empowers young people with heart conditions to experience a sense of normality in the face of abnormal circumstances. With a dedicated family support worker on Dolphin Ward, a flourishing I CAN & Young Adults project, and plans to extend support through Play Therapy, Heart Heroes continues to provide essential assistance to those in greatest need.
Over the past 12 months, Heart Heroes has delivered more than 50 projects, reaching over 1200 attendees, with ambitions to grow further in the coming year.
Growth and Engagement Strategy:
As Heart Heroes looks to the next year of growth, there is potential for continued community fundraising , which will help sustain various projects and provide additional flexibility for the charity’s development.
The new HQ , set to open in January 2025, will allow Heart Heroes to offer more bespoke support to families, including:
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Forest school sessions to provide outdoor experiences for children.
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Coffee mornings to create a supportive space for parents and carers to connect.
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Specialist clinics with professionals offering tailored advice and support.
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A safe and welcoming space for families to relax, engage, and feel at ease.
Additionally, a new partnership with Great Ormond Street Hospital is nearing completion. Heart Heroes will have a monthly stand at the hospital, providing an opportunity to share information and engage with families in a new region, further expanding the charity's reach and impact.
These developments reflect the charity's commitment to growth, providing more targeted and essential support to families living with congenital heart conditions.
Registered Charity Number: 1183079
Governance and Management:
Governing Document :
Heart Heroes is governed by its constitution, registered with the Charity Commission in April 2019.
Trustee Recruitment :
New trustees are recruited based on their skills, experience, and alignment with the charity's values. Methods include direct outreach and utilizing existing trustees' networks.
Trustee Training :
Upon joining, trustees receive access to the charity’s constitution, policies, business plan, meeting minutes, and strategic goals. Ongoing training is provided through the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO).
Risk Management:
The charity’s trustees oversee risk management via an organisational Risk Register, assessing governance, operational, financial, and environmental risks. Finances are monitored through a twoyear business plan, with any potential issues addressed at quarterly trustee meetings.
Policies and Procedures:
Heart Heroes follows comprehensive policies for safeguarding children and adults, adhering to strict data protection and equal opportunities guidelines. Staff undergo mandatory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, as well as training in mental health first aid, suicide prevention, social media, and PTSD awareness.
Public Liability Insurance:
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Policy expiring: 07 December 2025
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Insurance Broker: Arthur J. Gallagher Insurance Brokers Ltd
Activities and Achievements in 2022/23:
The Heart Heroes Journey
The "Heart Heroes Journey" serves as a visual representation of the comprehensive support provided by the charity. It highlights how all of our projects are interconnected and continuously evolve, ensuring ongoing assistance at every stage of development. This journey acts as the central concept that guides all decision-making within the organisation, ensuring we remain focused on delivering cohesive and lasting support to families as they navigate the challenges of congenital heart conditions.
From inclusive events and trips to essential emotional and hospital support, Heart Heroes ensures that no family is left to face these challenges alone. By maintaining a focus on holistic care and development, we continue to foster a community where families find strength and connection.
Registered Charity Number: 1183079
I CAN Project :
This initiative was created to bring Heart Heroes’ families together following the pandemic, with a focus on celebrating the abilities of children with heart conditions. The project featured a variety of workshops and activities, including cooking, gardening, exercise, creative arts, and forest school sessions, all designed to build confidence and reduce the feelings of isolation that many children experienced during and after COVID-19. The initiative has seen great success across Bristol, South Wales, Gloucester, and the newly expanded area of Cornwall, offering vital opportunities for families to reconnect and engage in safe, supportive environments.
The program has evolved significantly, with the Stage 3 program now rebranded as Young Adults , offering a fresh approach to the I CAN initiative. This updated program focuses on developing life skills, encouraging social interaction, fostering independence, and facilitating more mature discussions about ownership and management of their heart conditions. Meanwhile, the original I CAN project for children aged 4-11 continues to flourish, with an increased emphasis on measuring impact and collecting data to ensure ongoing improvements and enhanced support for participants.
Future Strategy:
Key focus areas for Heart Heroes moving forward include:
Registered Charity Number: 1183079
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Growth targets for regional hubs
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Increased funding applications and social media engagement
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Strengthening partnerships with hospitals and health organisations
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Expanding the Give Hope regular giving program
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Long-term goals, including employing a play therapist and acquiring a residence for family hospital stays.
Reserves Policy:
The charity maintains six months of operational reserves to cover staff salaries and core costs. Additionally, some funds are reserved for specific projects like the I CAN initiative.
Registered Charity Number: 1183079
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1183079
Report of the Trustees and Unaudited Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 August 2024 for Heart Heroes
Heart Heroes
Contents of the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
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| Report of the Trustees | 1 to 2 |
| Independent Examiner's Report | 3 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 4 |
| Statement of Financial Position | 5 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 6 to 8 |
| Detailed Statement of Financial Activities | 9 |
Heart Heroes
Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
We present our report and consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 August 2024. We have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102 effective 1 January 2015) - (Charities SORP (FRS102)), and Companies Act 2006.
Heart Heroes supports families of children living with congenital heart disease and heart problems. The charities goal is for children and their siblings to be included in all our events, along with parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles and any other close family. The charity is run mainly by volunteers
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Charity number
1183079
Registered office
Redwell House Matson Lane Matson Gloucester GL4 6DX
Trustees
K Cornish P Holt P Cornish K Harber Zoe Trotman Sarah Freeman Paul Cornell (Appointed 7th November 2023)
Independent examiner
iLex Accountancy Services Ltd 41 Brunswick Road Gloucester GL1 1JS
Bankers
Natwest George Street Stroud GL5 3DT
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Heart Heroes
Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The charity is controlled by its governing document and Model Constitition.
Risk management
The trustees have a duty to identify and review the risks to which the charity is exposed and to ensure appropriate controls are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error.
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectives and aims
The objectives of the charity are:
Is to relieve the charitable needs of children living with congenital heart disease and heart conditions and their families in Gloucestershire and the South West.
Approved by order of the board of trustees on 22nd October 2024 and signed on its behalf by:
K Cornish - Trustee
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Heart Heroes
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 August 2024 set out on pages four to nine.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year (under Section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act)) and that independent examination is required and requested by the trustees. The charity's gross income exceeded £25,000.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under Section 145 of the 2011 Act
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to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission
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- (under Section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act); and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of the independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statements below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the methods and principles of the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard 102 applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015)
have not been met; or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Holly Siddall AFA MIPA iLex Accountancy Services Ltd 41 Brunswick Road Gloucester GL1 1JS
22nd October 2024
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Heart Heroes
Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
| INCOMING RESOURCES Incoming resources from generated funds Donations Grants Fundraising events Total incoming resources RESOURCES EXPENSED Costs of generating funds Fundraising trading: cost of goods sold and other costs Charitable activities Trips and activities Administration NET INCOMING/(OUTGOING) RESOURCES BEFORE TRANSFERS Gross transfers between funds Net incoming/(outgoing) resources RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD |
Unrestricted fund £ 70,373 60,281 25,827 156,482 10,859 14,413 165,661 190,933 (34,452) 0 (34,452) 66,149 31,697 |
Mental Health £ 0 0 0 0 790 613 0 1,403 (1,403) 0 (1,403) 3,960 2,557 |
Worcester CIF Grant £ 0 0 0 0 34 0 0 34 (34) 0 (34) 0 (34) |
Oxford Community Fund £ 0 0 0 0 16 313 0 329 (329) 0 (329) 0 (329) |
RESTRICTED FUND - Living Crisis £ 0 1,500 0 1,500 444 0 0 444 1,056 0 1,056 0 1,056 |
Restricted fund I CAN £ 995 38,725 725 40,445 1,228 27,001 3,634 31,863 8,582 0 8,582 2,052 10,634 |
31/08/2024 Total funds £ 71,368 100,506 26,552 198,426 13,371 42,340 169,295 225,006 (26,580) 0 (26,580) 72,161 45,581 |
31/08/2023 Total funds £ 179,009 0 25,441 204,450 27,988 58,621 132,183 218,792 (14,341) 0 (14,341) 86,502 72,161 |
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Heart Heroes
Statement of Financial Position
At 31 August 2024
| FIXED ASSETS Intangible assets Tangible assets CURRENT ASSETS Stocks Debtors Cash in hand CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year NET CURRENT ASSETS TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES NET ASSETS FUNDS Unrestricted funds Restricted funds TOTAL FUNDS |
Unrestricted fund £ 6,208 30,280 935 11,953 59,325 72,213 (63,120) 9,093 45,581 45,581 |
Restricted fund £ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 |
31/08/2024 Total funds £ 6,208 30,280 935 11,953 59,325 72,213 (63,120) 9,093 45,581 45,581 31,697 13,884 45,581 |
31/08/2023 Total funds £ 9,933 35,417 206 6,719 34,170 41,095 (14,285) 26,810 72,161 72,161 53,427 18,733 72,161 |
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The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 22nd October 2024 and were signed on its behalf by:
K Cornish - Trustee
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Heart Heroes
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Accounting
The financial statements are prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015) - (Charities SORP (FRS102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) and the Companies Act 2006.
Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
Resources expended
Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.
| Land and buildings | - 3.45% on cost |
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| Plant and machinery etc | - 25% on reducing balance |
| Motor vehicles | - 20% on reducing balance |
Stocks
Stocks are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value, after making due allowance for obsolete and slow moving items.
Taxation
The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.
Funding
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the 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.
Hire purchase and leasing commitments
Rentals paid under operating lease are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities on a straight line basis over the period of the lease.
2. ACTIVITIES FOR GENERATING FUNDS
| Fundraising events, 3. INVESTMENT INCOME Deposit account interest 4. NET INCOMING/(OUTGOING) RESOURCES Net resources are stated after charging/(crediting): Depreciation - owned assets Other operating leases |
31/08/2024 £ 26,552 31/08/2024 £ 0 31/08/2024 £ 15,307 0 |
31/08/2023 £ 25,441 31/08/2023 £ 0 31/08/2023 £ 13,002 0 |
31/08/2022 £ 41,056 31/08/2022 £ 0 31/08/2022 £ 7,538 0 |
31/08/2021 £ 13,008 31/08/2021 £ 0 31/08/2021 £ 2,994 0 |
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Heart Heroes
Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
5. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
The were no trustees' remunerated for the year ended 31 August 2024.
Trustees' expenses
There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 August 2024 nor for the year ended 31 August 2023
6. STAFF COSTS
| Wages and salaries The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows: |
31/08/2024 £ 90,027 31/08/2024 4 |
31/08/2023 £ 47,114 31/08/2023 3 |
31/08/2022 £ 23,394 31/08/2022 1 |
31/08/2021 £ 15,510 31/08/2021 1 |
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No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.
7. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
| COST At 1 Sept 2023 Additions At 31 August 2024 DEPRECIATION At 1 Sept 2023 Charge for year At 31 August 2024 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 August 2024 At 31 August 2023 INTANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS COST At 1 Sept 2023 Additions At 31 August 2024 DEPRECIATION At 1 Sept 2023 Charge for year At 31 August 2024 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 August 2024 At 31 August 2023 |
Motor Vehicles £ 35,284 0 35,284 7,418 7,057 14,474 20,810 27,866 |
Plant and machinery £ 19,577 6,445 26,022 12,026 4,526 16,552 9,471 7,551 Heart Heroes App £ 14,900 0 14,900 4,967 3,725 8,692 6,208 9,933 |
Totals £ 54,861 6,445 61,306 19,444 11,582 31,026 30,280 35,417 Totals £ 14,900 0 14,900 4,967 3,725 8,692 6,208 9,933 |
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Heart Heroes
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
8. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
| Trade debtors Other debtors CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Trade creditors Taxation and social security Other creditors MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Restricted funds TOTAL FUNDS Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Restricted funds TOTAL FUNDS |
At 1 Sept 2023 £ 53,427 18,733 72,161 |
31/08/2024 £ 150 11,803 11,953 31/08/2024 £ 16,035 273 46,812 63,120 Net movement in funds £ (34,452) 7,872 (26,580) Incoming resources £ 156,482 41,945 198,426 |
31/08/2023 £ 250 6,469 6,719 31/08/2023 £ 13,798 281 206 14,285 Transfers between funds £ 12,721 (12,721) 0 Resources expended £ (190,933) (34,073) (225,006) |
31/08/2022 £ 2,750 3,587 6,337 31/08/2022 £ 3,341 0 28,245 31,586 At 31 August 2024 £ 31,697 13,884 45,581 Movement in funds £ (34,452) 7,872 (26,580) |
31/08/2021 £ 0 1,000 1,000 31/08/2021 £ 0 542 193 735 |
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9. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
10. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
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Heart Heroes
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
| INCOMING RESOURCES Voluntary income Donations Gift aid Grants Activities for generating funds Fundraising events Sponsorship Other income Insurance claim Total incoming resources RESOURCES EXPENDED Fundraising trading: cost of goods sold and other costs Purchases Fundraising costs Charitable activities Trips and activities Resources Management Accountancy costs Advertising & networking Bank Charges Computer costs Depreciation Equipment Insurance Legal and professional fees Motor expenses Other staff costs Postage, stationery and printing Staff training Storage Subcontractors Subscriptions Sundries Telephone Travel and subsistence Use of Home Wages Website Total resources expended Net income/(expenditure) |
31/08/2024 70,596 772 100,506 171,874 24,052 2,500 26,552 0 0 198,426 2,205 11,167 13,371 28,296 14,044 42,340 3,444 13,855 683 10,695 15,307 0 1,672 3,742 7,584 536 5,344 4,178 1,972 450 2,686 185 1,057 1,546 4,288 90,027 43 169,295 225,006 (26,580) |
31/08/2023 101,884 1,720 75,405 179,009 24,941 500 25,441 0 0 204,450 3,430 24,558 27,988 21,990 36,630 58,621 3,924 21,821 165 5,828 13,002 0 1,008 9,638 3,993 998 4,707 1,571 5,309 7,980 1,031 557 483 1,586 0 47,114 1,470 132,183 218,792 (14,341) |
31/08/2022 71,555 26 41,522 113,103 32,056 9,000 41,056 9,594 9,594 163,753 2,986 24,184 27,171 33,022 15,878 48,900 3,486 849 118 5,589 7,538 0 694 13,810 2,432 352 5,494 836 0 3,690 3,472 748 0 585 0 23,394 1,440 74,527 150,598 13,156 |
31/08/2021 £ 57,409 568 36,435 94,412 13,008 13,008 0 0 107,420 4,555 5,573 10,128 19,435 9,494 28,930 618 0 2 2,195 2,994 370 604 3,510 0 246 4,463 231 3,472 0 0 2,865 0 186 0 15,510 0 37,268 76,326 31,094 |
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REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1183079
Report of the Trustees and Unaudited Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 August 2024 for Heart Heroes
Heart Heroes
Contents of the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
| Page | |
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| Report of the Trustees | 1 to 2 |
| Independent Examiner's Report | 3 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 4 |
| Statement of Financial Position | 5 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 6 to 8 |
| Detailed Statement of Financial Activities | 9 |
Heart Heroes
Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
We present our report and consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 August 2024. We have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102 effective 1 January 2015) - (Charities SORP (FRS102)), and Companies Act 2006.
Heart Heroes supports families of children living with congenital heart disease and heart problems. The charities goal is for children and their siblings to be included in all our events, along with parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles and any other close family. The charity is run mainly by volunteers
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Charity number
1183079
Registered office
Redwell House Matson Lane Matson Gloucester GL4 6DX
Trustees
K Cornish P Holt P Cornish K Harber Zoe Trotman Sarah Freeman Paul Cornell (Appointed 7th November 2023)
Independent examiner
iLex Accountancy Services Ltd 41 Brunswick Road Gloucester GL1 1JS
Bankers
Natwest George Street Stroud GL5 3DT
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Heart Heroes
Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The charity is controlled by its governing document and Model Constitition.
Risk management
The trustees have a duty to identify and review the risks to which the charity is exposed and to ensure appropriate controls are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error.
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectives and aims
The objectives of the charity are:
Is to relieve the charitable needs of children living with congenital heart disease and heart conditions and their families in Gloucestershire and the South West.
Approved by order of the board of trustees on 22nd October 2024 and signed on its behalf by:
K Cornish - Trustee
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Heart Heroes
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 August 2024 set out on pages four to nine.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year (under Section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act)) and that independent examination is required and requested by the trustees. The charity's gross income exceeded £25,000.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
-
examine the accounts under Section 145 of the 2011 Act
-
to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission
-
- (under Section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act); and
-
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of the independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statements below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the methods and principles of the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard 102 applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015)
have not been met; or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Holly Siddall AFA MIPA iLex Accountancy Services Ltd 41 Brunswick Road Gloucester GL1 1JS
22nd October 2024
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Heart Heroes
Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
| INCOMING RESOURCES Incoming resources from generated funds Donations Grants Fundraising events Total incoming resources RESOURCES EXPENSED Costs of generating funds Fundraising trading: cost of goods sold and other costs Charitable activities Trips and activities Administration NET INCOMING/(OUTGOING) RESOURCES BEFORE TRANSFERS Gross transfers between funds Net incoming/(outgoing) resources RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD |
Unrestricted fund £ 70,373 60,281 25,827 156,482 10,859 14,413 165,661 190,933 (34,452) 0 (34,452) 66,149 31,697 |
Mental Health £ 0 0 0 0 790 613 0 1,403 (1,403) 0 (1,403) 3,960 2,557 |
Worcester CIF Grant £ 0 0 0 0 34 0 0 34 (34) 0 (34) 0 (34) |
Oxford Community Fund £ 0 0 0 0 16 313 0 329 (329) 0 (329) 0 (329) |
RESTRICTED FUND - Living Crisis £ 0 1,500 0 1,500 444 0 0 444 1,056 0 1,056 0 1,056 |
Restricted fund I CAN £ 995 38,725 725 40,445 1,228 27,001 3,634 31,863 8,582 0 8,582 2,052 10,634 |
31/08/2024 Total funds £ 71,368 100,506 26,552 198,426 13,371 42,340 169,295 225,006 (26,580) 0 (26,580) 72,161 45,581 |
31/08/2023 Total funds £ 179,009 0 25,441 204,450 27,988 58,621 132,183 218,792 (14,341) 0 (14,341) 86,502 72,161 |
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Heart Heroes
Statement of Financial Position
At 31 August 2024
| FIXED ASSETS Intangible assets Tangible assets CURRENT ASSETS Stocks Debtors Cash in hand CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year NET CURRENT ASSETS TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES NET ASSETS FUNDS Unrestricted funds Restricted funds TOTAL FUNDS |
Unrestricted fund £ 6,208 30,280 935 11,953 59,325 72,213 (63,120) 9,093 45,581 45,581 |
Restricted fund £ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 |
31/08/2024 Total funds £ 6,208 30,280 935 11,953 59,325 72,213 (63,120) 9,093 45,581 45,581 31,697 13,884 45,581 |
31/08/2023 Total funds £ 9,933 35,417 206 6,719 34,170 41,095 (14,285) 26,810 72,161 72,161 53,427 18,733 72,161 |
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The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 22nd October 2024 and were signed on its behalf by:
K Cornish - Trustee
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Heart Heroes
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Accounting
The financial statements are prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015) - (Charities SORP (FRS102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) and the Companies Act 2006.
Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
Resources expended
Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.
| Land and buildings | - 3.45% on cost |
|---|---|
| Plant and machinery etc | - 25% on reducing balance |
| Motor vehicles | - 20% on reducing balance |
Stocks
Stocks are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value, after making due allowance for obsolete and slow moving items.
Taxation
The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.
Funding
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the 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.
Hire purchase and leasing commitments
Rentals paid under operating lease are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities on a straight line basis over the period of the lease.
2. ACTIVITIES FOR GENERATING FUNDS
| Fundraising events, 3. INVESTMENT INCOME Deposit account interest 4. NET INCOMING/(OUTGOING) RESOURCES Net resources are stated after charging/(crediting): Depreciation - owned assets Other operating leases |
31/08/2024 £ 26,552 31/08/2024 £ 0 31/08/2024 £ 15,307 0 |
31/08/2023 £ 25,441 31/08/2023 £ 0 31/08/2023 £ 13,002 0 |
31/08/2022 £ 41,056 31/08/2022 £ 0 31/08/2022 £ 7,538 0 |
31/08/2021 £ 13,008 31/08/2021 £ 0 31/08/2021 £ 2,994 0 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
5. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
The were no trustees' remunerated for the year ended 31 August 2024.
Trustees' expenses
There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 August 2024 nor for the year ended 31 August 2023
6. STAFF COSTS
| Wages and salaries The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows: |
31/08/2024 £ 90,027 31/08/2024 4 |
31/08/2023 £ 47,114 31/08/2023 3 |
31/08/2022 £ 23,394 31/08/2022 1 |
31/08/2021 £ 15,510 31/08/2021 1 |
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No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.
7. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
| COST At 1 Sept 2023 Additions At 31 August 2024 DEPRECIATION At 1 Sept 2023 Charge for year At 31 August 2024 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 August 2024 At 31 August 2023 INTANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS COST At 1 Sept 2023 Additions At 31 August 2024 DEPRECIATION At 1 Sept 2023 Charge for year At 31 August 2024 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 August 2024 At 31 August 2023 |
Motor Vehicles £ 35,284 0 35,284 7,418 7,057 14,474 20,810 27,866 |
Plant and machinery £ 19,577 6,445 26,022 12,026 4,526 16,552 9,471 7,551 Heart Heroes App £ 14,900 0 14,900 4,967 3,725 8,692 6,208 9,933 |
Totals £ 54,861 6,445 61,306 19,444 11,582 31,026 30,280 35,417 Totals £ 14,900 0 14,900 4,967 3,725 8,692 6,208 9,933 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
8. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
| Trade debtors Other debtors CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Trade creditors Taxation and social security Other creditors MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Restricted funds TOTAL FUNDS Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Restricted funds TOTAL FUNDS |
At 1 Sept 2023 £ 53,427 18,733 72,161 |
31/08/2024 £ 150 11,803 11,953 31/08/2024 £ 16,035 273 46,812 63,120 Net movement in funds £ (34,452) 7,872 (26,580) Incoming resources £ 156,482 41,945 198,426 |
31/08/2023 £ 250 6,469 6,719 31/08/2023 £ 13,798 281 206 14,285 Transfers between funds £ 12,721 (12,721) 0 Resources expended £ (190,933) (34,073) (225,006) |
31/08/2022 £ 2,750 3,587 6,337 31/08/2022 £ 3,341 0 28,245 31,586 At 31 August 2024 £ 31,697 13,884 45,581 Movement in funds £ (34,452) 7,872 (26,580) |
31/08/2021 £ 0 1,000 1,000 31/08/2021 £ 0 542 193 735 |
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9. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
10. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
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Detailed Statement of Financial Activities
for the Year Ended 31 August 2024
| INCOMING RESOURCES Voluntary income Donations Gift aid Grants Activities for generating funds Fundraising events Sponsorship Other income Insurance claim Total incoming resources RESOURCES EXPENDED Fundraising trading: cost of goods sold and other costs Purchases Fundraising costs Charitable activities Trips and activities Resources Management Accountancy costs Advertising & networking Bank Charges Computer costs Depreciation Equipment Insurance Legal and professional fees Motor expenses Other staff costs Postage, stationery and printing Staff training Storage Subcontractors Subscriptions Sundries Telephone Travel and subsistence Use of Home Wages Website Total resources expended Net income/(expenditure) |
31/08/2024 70,596 772 100,506 171,874 24,052 2,500 26,552 0 0 198,426 2,205 11,167 13,371 28,296 14,044 42,340 3,444 13,855 683 10,695 15,307 0 1,672 3,742 7,584 536 5,344 4,178 1,972 450 2,686 185 1,057 1,546 4,288 90,027 43 169,295 225,006 (26,580) |
31/08/2023 101,884 1,720 75,405 179,009 24,941 500 25,441 0 0 204,450 3,430 24,558 27,988 21,990 36,630 58,621 3,924 21,821 165 5,828 13,002 0 1,008 9,638 3,993 998 4,707 1,571 5,309 7,980 1,031 557 483 1,586 0 47,114 1,470 132,183 218,792 (14,341) |
31/08/2022 71,555 26 41,522 113,103 32,056 9,000 41,056 9,594 9,594 163,753 2,986 24,184 27,171 33,022 15,878 48,900 3,486 849 118 5,589 7,538 0 694 13,810 2,432 352 5,494 836 0 3,690 3,472 748 0 585 0 23,394 1,440 74,527 150,598 13,156 |
31/08/2021 £ 57,409 568 36,435 94,412 13,008 13,008 0 0 107,420 4,555 5,573 10,128 19,435 9,494 28,930 618 0 2 2,195 2,994 370 604 3,510 0 246 4,463 231 3,472 0 0 2,865 0 186 0 15,510 0 37,268 76,326 31,094 |
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