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Trustees’ Annual Report and Financial Summary

Assistance Dog Council (ADC) For the Year Ended 31 March 2021

Introduction

The trustees of the Assistance Dog Council (ADC) are pleased to present their annual report for the fiscal year ending 31 March 2021. The report reflects the charity’s ongoing commitment to bringing equality to all assistance dog users throughout the UK.

Objectives and Activities

In line with ADC’s objectives, we provided advice, support, and education to assistance dog handlers and service providers while promoting animal welfare and training support. Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, we adapted to continue serving our beneficiaries effectively.

Achievements and Performance

During the year, ADC:

1. Assisted handlers with disputes and provided vital advice through publications and digital communication.

2. Distributed educational materials to service providers to enhance understanding of assistance dog users’ rights.

3. Conducted checks to ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010.

4. Delivered virtual workshops on animal welfare.

Financial Review

Summary of Receipts and Payments (2020-2021):

Category Amount (£) Total Receipts 100 Total Payments 100

Net Movement in Funds: The receipts and payments for the year were balanced, maintaining financial stability.

Cash Reserves:

• Start of Year: £200

• End of Year: £200

Charity Number: 1187252

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Challenges

The COVID-19 pandemic posed significant operational challenges, including restricted in-person events and reduced volunteer availability. However, ADC leveraged digital platforms to continue delivering its services.

Plans for the Future

Looking forward, ADC aims to:

1. Expand its digital presence to reach a broader audience.

2. Develop new educational resources targeting specific sectors.

3. Increase support for training programs tailored to individual needs.

Acknowledgements

The trustees extend heartfelt thanks to our donors, volunteers, and partners whose generosity and dedication enabled us to serve our community effectively during a challenging year.

Signed on behalf of the trustees,

Daniel Johnson-Morris Trustee & Chief Technical Officer 30 Mar 2021

Charity Number: 1187252

	Charity Name ASSISTANCE DOG COUNCIL 1	Charity Name ASSISTANCE DOG COUNCIL 1	Charity Name ASSISTANCE DOG COUNCIL 1	No (if any) 187252	CC16a
	For the period from	Period start date Apr-20	To	Period end date Mar-21
Section A Receipts and payments
to the nearest £ A1 Receipts DONATIONS 100 100 NIL -0 Sub total- Total receipts 100 A3 Payments IT SERVICES 100 - - Sub total 100 NIL - Sub total - Total payments 100 Net of receipts/(payments) - A5 Transfers between funds - A6 Cash funds last year end 200 Cash funds this year end 200 Unrestricted funds Sub total(Gross income for AR) A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). A4 Asset and investment purchases, (seetable)		Restricted funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -	to the nearest £ - - Endowment funds	Total funds to the nearest £ 100 100 - - 100 100 - - 100 - - 100 - - 200 200	Last year to the nearest £
				100
				100
			- -	-
				-	-
			-	100	-
			- - - -	100	-
				-	-
				-	-
				100	-
			- -	-
				-	#REF!
			-	100	#REF!
		-	- - - -	-	#REF!
		-		-	-
		-		200	-
		-		200	#REF!

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

Categories Details NO ASSETS OR LIABILITIES HELD AT THE END OF THE PERIOD Signature Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees	Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ Print Name DANIEL JOHNSON-MORRIS Unrestricted funds	to nearest £ Endowment funds
		Date of approval
	DANIEL JOHNSON-MORRIS	11-May-23