Always Community (Registered charity, number 1189909) Financial statements for the period 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2025 Page Contents Trustees, annual report Independent examiner's report Receipts & payments account Statement of assets & liabilities Notes to the accounts 9-10 capLUS COMMUNITY ACCOUNTING
Always Community Trustees, annual report for the period 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2025 Full name Always Community Other names by which the charity is known AC Organisation type Charitable incorporated organisation Registered charity number 1189909 Principal address NBV Enterprise Centre, 6 David Lane, Nottingham, NG6 OJU Trustees Yancy Johana Holden Colin Hyde Alcot Walker Adam Baker Ruth Imenson, until 1910912025 Independent examiner Eva Stevens, employee of Community Accounting Plus, Units 1 & 2 North West, 41 Talbot Street, Nottingham, NG15GL Governance and management The charity is operated under the rules of its constitution adopted 11106/2020 and most recently amended 26/0212024. We have looked for people who have supported the charity somehow, and talked to them about the responsibilities of becoming Trustees, after showing interest, they completed an application form, Once the Board has approved it, we have notified them and registered them at the Charity Commission. Objectives and activities To promote sustainable development for the benefit of the public, in Nottingham by: (a) the preservation, conservation and the protection of the environment and the prudent use of resources; (b) the relief of poverty and the improvement of the conditions of life in socially and economically disadvantaged communities; (c) the promotion of sustainable means of achieving economic growth and regeneration. Sustainable development means "development which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs., Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit Connected Communities Project: we were able to deliver 22 cultural events reaching 248 participants from June 2024 until this 2025. Thanks to the feedback collected after the events, we know that the 97.1 % of attendees said they learned about another culture and organisation during the event. 99.5 % said they believed this kind of events help build community cohesion. 98.1 % confirmed they would like to attend
Always Communlty to siniilar events, And 99 % Ihoiight that pooplo from the community could benefit froni these evenls. Soni8 of th8 me8sagos Iftft by rlttondees wor8:1 enjoyed the merglng and Interacllon wllli a coinmunlty whlch Is very diff8rent from my own, it Iielps to understand otlier cultLires; I wasi)'t lonply or scary meeting new people and It really felt like a sense of community. l also got to try new food I have never seen before, it was amazing; I liked it was so rclaxccl and informal, it allnwed really organic and authentic discussion, the food was really appreciatpd; Food gives ynu a shared starting point to have conversation where you can idcntify commoncllities betwpen ourselves. One of the things that people enjoyed the most during oijr events was when artistlc expresslons were performed, as people felt how connected they can be through music and dance, Cohesive Comniunily Placements Projpct: this project was focused on encouraging cultural placements among diverse group8/organisations and people with different backgrounds. From June 2024 we werc able to work with 13 different groups and organisations and 16 volunleers.lt means we were able to impact 55 directly. From the 100 % said they would recommend this experience to others. 100 % asked if they could do another placement. 90 % considered they learned about a different culture through the placement. 100 % said they enjoyed learning from a different culture, making new friends, networking and felt their English skills improved. 840/0 said they gained experience and new skills after the placement. Hand Up Project; we have served 145 (this figure is based on the average of people we plan to serve unlil the end of Dec 2025) r(bfiJgoe families since June 2024 until December 2025. From verbal and wrillen fepdhrlck, we know 100 % of users are satisfied with the support we have offered them. Renew Crew Project: were able to reach at least 54 people, including volunteers and residents of the areas we cleaned up. Volunteers and residents expressed positive comments about this activity and said they would IOVE) to keep doing it. Public benefit statement The Trusteps confirm that they havp cnmplipd with the duty in section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commlsslon's general guldance on public benefit, 'Charities arid Public Benefit,. Our projects seek to build a city where every person fecls safo, secn, and valuod, regardless of their background. We believe that meaningful change begins with human connection. By creating safe spaces whore people can sharo cijltural meals, stories, and traditions, we aim tc) replcice ferlr with familicirity and brecik down the invisible walls that keep communities apart. We want to foster a culture whL>re divcirsity is not just accoptod but truly undorstood and celebrated. When peor)le got to know cach other bcyond stereotypes, it hpcomps pasipr to find shared Vfilijps and hiJil(J lasting rclcltionships. Thcse smrill acts C)f cnnnoctinn ripplp nijtwclrd, strpngthoning fcimilips, neighhoLJrlioods, and evenludlly, the wFI(Jle cily.
Always Community Our ultimate goal is to contribute to a more cohesive Nottingham, where rising community tensions are met with dialogue instead of division. We know from national studies that greater social cohesion directly reduces hate crime and creates safer and more resilient communities. Summary of the main achievements during the period Through verbal and written feedback, people have expressed they have been able to feel more connected to the city they live now, and see that there are more people going through similar situations, making feel them feel less lonely. Attendees have also taken this as an opportunity to know more about different cultures and see what their commonalities are. Our events are also a space where people can find joy and connection without the pressure of their life worries. Some attendees expressed how the events allowed them to have a nice time with other people they had just met. These events also encourage them to continue attending the classes or activities from the group/ organisation and feel more connected to the other attendees. Several attendees mentioned that it was their first time experiencing a meal or learning about a different country. New flavours and traditions captivated the attendees. Following the event, some participants expressed an interest in visiting the country in the future and a willingness to learn more about other cultures. Whilst collaborating with different student's societies, they expressed they found a safe space to celebrate their diverse backgrounds and experiences. When attendees truly connect with each other they feel comfortable sharing their life experiences, challenges and insights. The impact of events went beyond. Some attendees kept the spirit alive after the events. Our partners mentioned how they looked for a public space to continue the conversation and stay a few hours together and how one event inspired a culture celebration that included people cooking and wearing traditional clothing. Our volunteers felt a desire to share their culture but also learn about some of the cultures that surround them in Nottingham. This was an opportunity for them to learn from new cultures and life experiences, integrating them further in to their community. The charity's policy on reserves Always Community has a policy on reserves, however, since it started it has been difficult to comply with this as most of the grants we have received were restricted or were linked to deliver specific projects, making almost impossible to have enough funds for reserves. Monitoring and review: The policy and general reserve target will be reviewed upon an annual basis. Furthermore, the calculations of the required level of reserves will be an integral part of Alwdys Community planning, budget aiid forecast cycle.
Always Community Details of the current level of general reserve and a six-month projected level will forni part of the quarterly financial statement to Board members. Responsibility for the day to day monitoring and evaluation of reserves rests with the Chief Executive, with assistance from the Treasurer and Office and Treasurer. Additional Specified Reserves may be established by the Trustees as need arises and resources permit. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees: Signed Yancy Johan Date 11-01-i£ Holden, hair
In.dependent exam.iner's report to the trustees of Always Community for the period 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2025 I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Always Community (the charity) for the period 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2025. Responsibilities and basis of report As the trustees of the cliarity 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 charity'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 matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: 1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act; or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records. 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. Signed Eva Stevens BSC, CPFA Employee of Community Accounting Plus Date 2110112026
Always Community Receipts & payments account for the period 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2025 For period 01/07/2023 fo 30/0G/2024 Total Funds For perlod 01/07/2024 to 31/1W2025 Total Funds Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds Note Receipts Grants & donations Sundry receipts HMRC (SMP) Total receipts 57111 100 1099 17300 18399 4871 5970 4871 23270 57211 17300 Payments Advertising Computer & internet expenses Events Insurance Legal & professional Office supplies Printing & stationery Publications & subscriptions Recruitment Rent & room hire Staff training Premises maintenance Telephone, internet & postage Travel & subsistence Volunteer expenses Wages, Nl & pension Total payments 75 296 3250 192 1982 14 224 288 858 643 74 35 525 753 983 38579 48772 15 95 2289 56 4342 15 95 2289 56 4402 60 74 74 637 921 637 921 356 423 578 39340 49126 356 423 578 45250 55096 5910 5970 8440 23580 32020 Net receiptsl(payments) Cash funds at start of this period Cash funds at end of this period (31826) (31826) 31866 32020 40 194 154 154
Always Community Statement of assets and liabilities at 31 December 2025 2024 31/12/2025 Casli assets Bank accounts 32020 32020 194 194 Other monetary assets Debtors -HMRC overpayment 1517 1517 3427 3427 Assets retained for the charity's own use General equipment. Laptop purchased June 2022, Cost £1330. Liabilities Creditors - Owed to employee Creditors - pension (696) (380) 257 637 (696) These financial statements are accepted on behalf of the charity by: Signed Yancy Johana Holden, Chair Dated Ll-01-lÉ
Always Community Notes to the accounts for tlie period 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2025 1. Receipts & payments accounts Receipts and payments accounts contain a summary of money received and money spent during the period and a list of assets and liabilities at the end of the period. Usually, cash received and cash spent will include transactions through bank accounts and cash in hand. 2. Grants & donations Unrestricted Restricted Total Bardays Bank Refvgee Roots2 Postcode Places Trust The Jones 1986 100 999 100 999 12300 5000 18399 12300 5000 17300 1099 3. Funds analysis Opening Receipts (Payments) balance Closing balance Restricted funds Albert Hunt Reaching Communities Postcode Places Trust The Jones 1986 3000 28866 (3000) (28826) 12300 (12300) 5000 5000 17300 (49126) 40 31866 40 Unrestricted funds General 154 154 5970 5970 5970 5970 154 154 Albert Hunt: funds for Hand Up project, related to advice of universal credit for refugees. Reaching Communities: fund used for Connected Communities and Cohesive Community project together. Postcode Places Trust: deliver a project to benefit the public. We agreed to use part of this funds for our Hand Up Project, a programme to support refugees with Universal Credit access. The Jones 1986 Charitable Trust: restricted funds to be spent on our Renew Crew Project. A pilot project of a community-led clean-up effort in marginalised neighbourhoods (Radford and Hyson Green).
Always Community 4. Trustees, remuneration Trustees received no expenses, remuneration or benefits in this period. 5. Related party transactions There were no related party transactions during the period. 6. Events after reporting period The charity ceased operations on 3111212025. In accordance with the charity's governing document the remaining funds and assets will be transferred to the Refugee Roots, charity number 1184098, following the settlement of all outstanding liabilities. 7. Glossary of terms Creditors: These are amounts owed by the charity, but not paid during the accounting period. Debtors: These are services that the charity has paid for in advance, but not used during the accounting period. Restricted funds: These are funds given to the charity, subject to specific restrictions set by the donor, but still within the general objects of the charity. 10