Always Community
(Registered charity, number 1189909)
Financial statements
for the period 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2025
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Contents
Trustees, annual report
Independent examiner's report
Receipts & payments account
Statement of assets & liabilities
Notes to the accounts
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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

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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.

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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.

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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,
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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

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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

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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

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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).

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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.
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