Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 05/10/2020 Period start date To 05/06/2021 Period end date
Charity name: THE VOICE FOR THE FORGOTTON DOGS OF SAL CAPE VERDE Charity registration number: 1191635
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | For the benefit of the public to relieve the suffering of the Municipal Kennel dogs in Sal, Cape Verde, and, in particular, to provide neutering to reduce the population of free roaming dogs and for care and treatment of such animals. |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
This year we have neutered over 100 free roaming dogs on the Island of Sal thus reducing the population we also took part in a campaign that neutered a further 200. These dogs were micro chipped and treated for internal and external parasites. Many free roaming dogs have been treated for illnesses and injury. We have rehomed a number of dogs to responsible owners providing support and education regarding appropriate care of animals. Ongoing support and aftercare is offered to all rehomed dogs. The dogs in the Municipal Kennels are now treated monthly for parasite prevention all are now neutered and we are improving the living conditions and dietary needs. We continue this work along with finding responsible ownership. An outside exercise area has now been completed and the charity has provided shading from the constant sunshine. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The Trustees are all in receipt of the Charity Commissions information regarding Public Benefit and understand how to apply it to our charity. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making
Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | Our Charity held a small neutering campaign in March 2021 neutering 78 dogs in a week. All dogs were micro chipped, treated for parasites and treated by the vets where needed. We also assisted in 2 further campaigns in which over 400 dogs being neutered, micro chipped and treated. This will reduce the number of unwanted puppies being born and further increasing the already massive population of free roaming dogs on the Island of Sal. This not only benefits the dog population that are already malnourished and suffering but also the public from the dangers of being bitten by dogs gathering in packs looking for food and fighting over un neutered females. Less dogs also decreases the amount of dog fouling in public places. In the Municipal Kennels dogs now are fed staple diets and are free from infestation of ticks and disease and starvation. Their living conditions have vastly improved and there is now an outside exercise area. The kennels are now not only a better place for the dogs but also for the employers to work. This need to be worked on for the future now. We have struck up a good relationship with the Camara Municipal on the Island who now accept us and the Charity work we provide. |
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | At the end of the financial period the charity had a bank balance of £3721 we are happy with this achievement given **the progress made. ** |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | No reserves policy in place |
| Amount of reservesheld | Para 1.22 | Not applicable |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | Not applicable |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | Not applicable |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | There are no uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
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| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Constitution (Foundation Model) |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | CIO |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | Trustees appointed must have a knowledge of our charities work or a skill/experience needed to benefit the Charities administration. New trustees are invited to apply in writing, a selection process takes place at a meeting of the Trustees after which references are obtained and formal checks take place. All applicants are notified of the outcome. New Trustees receive a copy of the current constitution and the CIO latest TARand accounts, |
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Policies and procedures adopted for the induction Para 1.51 and training of trustees The charity’s organisational structure and any wider Para 1.51 network with which the charity works Relationship with any related Para 1.51 parties Other
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | The Voice For The Forgotten Dogs Of Sal Cape Verde |
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| Other name the charity uses | The Voice For The Forgotten Dogs Of Sal |
| Registered charity number | 1191635 |
| Charity’s principal address | 6 Moorhen Grove Stafford ST16 1FS |
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Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee(if any) |
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| ANGELA DIANE WALKER |
CHAIR | |||
| DEBORAH HELEN EVANS |
SECRETARY | |||
| AMILCAR BALTAZAR NACIMENTO |
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| CAROLINE JANE SAUNDERS |
Appointed 08/05/2021 | |||
Corporate trustees – names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name Not Applicable
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
| Trustee name | Dates acted if not for wholeyear | |
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| Not Applicable | ||
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets Not Applicable held in this capacity Name and objects of the Not Applicable charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for Not Applicable safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
| Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) |
Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) |
Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) |
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| Type of adviser Name Address |
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| Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information) |
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
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Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date |
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| Angela Diane Walker | Deborah Helen Evans | |
Chair |
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| 15/08/2021 | ||
| 15/08/2021 |
THE VOICE FOR THE FORGorfEN DOGS OF SAL CAPE VERDE tNCOME & EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT For The Period 5 October 2020 to 5 June 2021 Opening Bank Balance ,757 INCOME Donations Gift Aid Vat Refunded 20,733 1,395 236 22.364 EXPENDITURE Bank Charges Postage Travel Kennel Expenses Free Roaming Animals Vehicle & Running Expenses Neuter Campaign5 Legal & Professional Fees Repairs Web Sile Lap Top Miscellaneous Val 235 54 445 5,824 3,015 5,152 4,406 300 85 175 399 91 219 20,400 Closing Bank Balance 3,721
VOICE FOR THE FORGorrEN DOGS OF SAL CAPE VERDE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT For tbe Voice for the Forgotten Dogs of Sal Cape Verde RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES & EXAMINERS The Voi¢e for the Forgotten Dogs of Sal Cape Verde Constitution states that the charity is responsible for the preparation of accounls and that an independent examination of the accounts is required. It is my responsibility to.. a) Examine the accounts to ensure ihat they have been prepared in accordance with general accounting principles. b) State whether any particular matters have come to my attention. BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the a¢¢ounls presented with tliose records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the ¢vid¢nc¢ that would be required in ai) audit and consequently no opinion is given as to wheiher the accounts present a 'true and fair view, and lh¢ report is limited to those matters set out in Ihe statement below. INDEPENDENf EXAIVIINER'S STATEMENT In Connection with tny examination no matter has come to my attention.. Which gives me r¢asonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements.. a) To keep accounting records and b) To prepare accounts which ac¢ord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requireTnents of the charity. Have not been m¢t; or 2. To which, in my opinion. attention should be drawn in order to obtain a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. J Warrender & Co Town Hall, The Arc Manchcstcr Road Stocksbridge Sheffield S36 IGE 21 July2021