ALTITUDE MISSION
Annual Report and Financial Statements for period from 1[st] August 2020 to July 31[st] 2021
Registered Charity Number 1186536
Company Number CE019730
Registered charity number: 1186536 CIO: CE019730
ALTITUDE MISSION
OFFICERS FOR THE PERIOD FROM 1[st] AUGUST 2020 TO 31 JULY 2021
The Board of Trustees
Rev Julio Abraham (Chairman)
Duncan Layzell (Treasurer) (Resigned 27 July 2021)
Laura Murdoch
Lindsay West
Heath Monaghan
Philippa Gogarty (elected 7[th] October 2020) Kate Tiernan (elected 7[th] October 2020)
Peter Missen (joined Board 5[th] May 2021)
Senior Management
Will Sussman
Lara Sussman
Principal Office
Bay Cottage Priory Road Seaview Isle of Wight PO34 5BU
Independent Examiner
Mr Andrew Gardner 7 The Fairway Sandown Isle of Wight PO36 9EE
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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE PERIOD FROM 1 AUGUST 2020 TO 31 JULY 2021
The Trustees present their report together with the financial statements of the charity for the period from 1[ST] August 2020 to 31[st] July 2021.
These financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Articles of Association, and Accounting and Reporting by Charities Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standards applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) (Charities SDRP (FRS102) and the Charities Act 2011).
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
The objectives of ALTITUDE MISSION are for the benefit of the public. It exists for:
1 – The Advancement of Religion
To advance an understanding of the Christian faith through mission by means of offering care, compassion and relevant practical and spiritual help where possible or appropriate.
2 – Providing safety & negate antisocial behaviour
To promote the relief of all people at risk, but particularly people on the ski slopes or streets who are in physical danger by reason of inebriation, physical or mental stress, by the offering of guidance, support, protection and as appropriate, by referral to relevantly skilled specialist agencies.
These objects are being worked out in five main areas:
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Ski Angels – helping people on the slopes and at apres-ski bars, in danger, particularly due to inebriation
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Refuge Beds – providing shelter for those in need or in danger.
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Open-House Welcome – welcoming people to our chalet for a meal, a chat, or just a space to be.
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Church Services – weekly church service in the mountain chapel
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Empowering young Christians – growing our young Christian volunteers by living out their faith and seeing God’s love in action.
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Altitude Mission is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation governed by its Foundation document dated 4th November 2019 . The charity is governed by the Trustees listed on page 2.
New Trustees are appointed by the existing Board of Trustees on the basis of their expertise and involvement in furthering the mission and vision of the charity.
The Board of Trustees meets quarterly to oversee the vision and strategies of the charity.
The Board of Trustees has established a management team capable of running the affairs of the Charity on a day-to-day basis. They are accountable to the trustees and are currently working on a voluntary basis. There are no salaried members of staff.
Public Benefit
The Trustees have paid due regard to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit in deciding the activities undertaken by the Charity in the period. The Trustees are satisfied that the information provided in the report and accounts meets the public benefit reporting requirements.
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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES PERIOD (continued)
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
Winter season 2020/2021
This was a ski season like no other, due to Covid. We took a bold step of faith by heading out to Meribel in the midst of a pandemic, and God blessed us in so many ways.
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Life Together – We had a chalet of 25 young people, focussing on God, worshipping, studying the Bible, and serving Meribel. Each of these young Christians, grew in their faith so much during the season, as they saw God at work in their lives and the lives of people they met.
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Open-House - Every Wednesday Chalet Altitude became a hub for seasonnaires – they would come for our Burger & Beer event held outdoors because of Covid. We transformed the outside of the chalet into a Snowpark and 5-a-side pitch, and we put the BBQ outside the front door. Over 500 people welcomed across the season.
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Church Services – with no visiting Chaplains this year, our young Altituders (aged 18-27) took over church – they preached, they led worship, they welcomed, they prayed. They made it relevant to seasonnaires of the same age. This was church by seasonnaires for seasonnaires.
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Online church – we took church online and had over 500 views in a week – our small chapel that started with 6 people 6 years ago, now welcoming 500. A miracle.
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Refuge Beds – we were still able to offer refuge to 3 young women despite Covid. We welcomed them into the chalet when they needed support, love, or rescue from tricky situations.
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Empowering Young Christians – 15 Altituders saw their faith come alive
FINANCIAL REVIEW
The Trustees have prepared accounts for Altitude Mission in accordance with the requirements of the SORP of best accounting practice.
Review of the year
Altitude Mission had a financially successful second year of operation, despite the Coronavirus radically changing the way we do things. We are small enough to be flexible and we altered the model of how we worked. Our income increased to £125,042, again split almost equally between donations and income from charitable activities. Our expenditure was £106,814 leaving a net income of £18,227.
Income and Expenditure
Altitude Mission relies on donations for one of its principal sources of funding. We received £12,024 from grant bodies, organisations and trust funds. We received £47,493 in individual donations, including Gift Aid. Most of these individuals have stayed at Chalet Altitude.
Income from missional activities was £64,064.
Income from trading activities such as merchandise sales was £1,379.
The costs of raising funds amounted to £2,400 and the costs of our missional activities (running the chalet) were £96,442.
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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES PERIOD (continued)
Costs of our Activities:
Ski Angels – usually helping people on the slopes and at après-ski bars, in danger, particularly due to inebriation. This year we provided support in the resort centre, we came alongside people in prayer, we looked after those in isolation. Ski Angels clothing (£3,282). Ski Angels Training (£3,829)
Open House meals – (£1,422). Hundreds of people come to Chalet Altitude and get a warm welcome (albeit outside), a free meal, and a chance to meet friends in a safe environment.
Church service and IT costs – taking church online enabling us to reach hundreds each week (£918).
Balance Sheet
The Balance Sheet as at 31st July 2021 is in a good position, ensuring that the charity has the assets required to deliver its life-changing message of love to the community of the French Alps and beyond.
Reserves policy
The Trustees have adopted a reserves policy which they consider appropriate, to ensure the continuing ability of Altitude Mission to meet its objectives and obligations. The reserve target is set at £10,000. This will be reviewed annually. Our current reserves are £30,410 of which £3,000 are restricted funds. Due to the uncertainty of Covid, we cannot be sure if the season 21/22 will go ahead, so we are keeping the reserves high until we have more clarity on the financial situation of the upcoming season.
The Charity does not intend to accumulate significant reserves but depends upon the ongoing support of its donors as well as income from our mission partners to meet future costs.
The Trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the Trustees:
Date:
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF ALTITUDE MISSION
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Altitude Mission (the Trust) for the year ended 31st July 2021
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 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 all the applicable directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner’s statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts did not accord with those records; or
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the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set 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 concerns 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.
Andrew Gardner
7 The Fairway Sandown Isle of Wight PO36 9EE 17th November 2021
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Altitude Mission Registered charity number: 1186356 CIO: CE019730
Statement of Financial Activities for the year to 31 July 2021
Period from 4 November 2019 to 31 July 2020
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2021 Period from 4 November 2019 to 31 July 2020
Unrestricted Restricted Total Unrestricted Restricted Total
Funds Funds Funds Funds Funds Funds
£ £ £ £ £ £
INCOME FROM:
Donations and legacies 59,217 300 59,517 50,539 3,000 53,539
Income from charitable activities 64,064 64,064 55,278 55,278
Income from trading activities 1,379 1,379 2,430 2,430
Other income 81 81 4 4
TOTAL INCOME 124,742 300 125,042 108,252 3,000 111,252
EXPENDITURE ON:
Charitable activities 102,599 300 102,899 95,454 95,454
Activities for raising funds 3,601 3,601 3,465 3,465
Governance costs 314 314 150 150
TOTAL EXPENDITURE 106,514 300 106,814 99,069 - 99,069
Net income / (expenditure) 18,227 - 18,227 9,183 3,000 12,183
Gross transfers between funds 0 0 0 0 0 0
Net movement in funds 18,227 - 18,227 9,183 3,000 12,183
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward 9,183 3,000 12,183 0 0 0
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWAR 27,410 3,000 30,410 9,183 3,000 12,183
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The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All incoming resources and resources expended derive from continuing activities.
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Altitude Mission Registered charity number: 1186536 CIO: CE019730
Notes to the accounts for the year to 31 July 2021
| 2 Debtors Income tax recoverable Prepayments and accrued income 3 Creditors due within one year Accounts payable Prepaid income Accruals |
2021 £ 8,000 - 8,000 2020 £ - 3,600 150 3,750 |
2020 £ 2,000 - 2,000 2020 £ 9,067 - 150 9,217 |
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Remuneration of independent examiner amounts to £150
4 Staff numbers and costs
There were no staff employed by Altitude Mission
5 Related Party Disclosures
No trustees have been paid any remuneration or received any benefits from their association with the charity.
6 Commitments
There are no payments due under non-cancellable operating leases expiring within two to five years.
7 Restricted funds
| Unrestricted funds Restricted fund for Altituders costs Restricted fund for chaplain support costs |
Balance carried forward at 1 August 2020 9,183 3,000 12,183 |
Income £ 124,742 300 125,042 |
Expenditure £ (106,514) - (106,514) |
Balance carried forward at 31 July 2021 £ 27,410 300 3,000 30,710 |
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ACCOUNTING POLICIES
1 Accounting policies
The following accounting policies have been applied consistently in dealing with items which are considered material in relation to the charity’s accounts
Basis of preparation
The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to the accounts. The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Accounting Practice FRS 102 and with the Charities Act 2011.
Incoming resources
The accounts are prepared on the accruals basis of accounting: income is recognised when receivable, except for donations of all kinds that are recognised when received; income tax recoverable is recognised at the same time as the donation. Funds generated through sales of merchandise are accounted for gross. Grants and donations are accounted for when paid over, or when awarded, if that award creates a binding obligation on the charity. Legacies are only recognised when received.
Resources expended
‘Resources expended’ has a wider meaning than ‘expenditure’: it excludes the costs of fixed assets that are capitalised but includes their subsequent depreciation on the basis set out below. The categories as defined by the SORP 2006 are:
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Costs of generating funds are those costs incurred in fundraising.
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Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred by the charity in the delivery of its activities and services. It includes all costs that can be allocated directly to such charitable activities.
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Governance costs include those costs associated with meeting the constitutional and statutory requirements of the charity and include the independent examination fees.
Funds
Unrestricted funds represent funds that are not subject to any restrictions regarding their use and are available for application on the general purposes of the charity. Restricted funds are funds donated with restrictions as to their use.
Stock
Stock comprises merchandise for re-sale and is held at the lower of cost and net realisable value
Fixed assets and depreciation
Items of plant and equipment are capitalised where the acquisition value exceeds £1,000.
Registered charity number: 1186536 CIO: CE019730
ALTITUDE MISSION
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF ALTITUDE MISSION
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Altitude Mission (the Trust) for the year ended 31st July 2021
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 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 all the applicable directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner’s statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts did not accord with those records; or
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the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set 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 concerns 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.
Andrew Gardner
7 The Fairway Sandown Isle of Wight PO36 9EE 17th November 2021
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