2023-04-01-accounts - The Wednesday Club ( Waddesdon )

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Trustee’s Annual Report and Financial Statement from 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023

Charity name: The Wednesday Club

Charity registration name: 1191709

Charity address: Waddesdon Hall, High Street, Waddesdon, HP18 0JE

The Trustees are pleased to present their report for The Wednesday Club for the financial period 01.04.2022 to 31.03.2023.

The Financial Statement has been written to comply with the charity’s constitution, the Charities Act and in line with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice.

Introduction to The Wednesday Club

The Wednesday Club is a registered CIO which was registered on 8[th] of October 2020. The charity’s main purpose is to provide a weekly provision that supports the wellbeing of the elderly in Waddesdon and surrounding areas. Some of our service users have multiple needs including physical and mental health disabilities and some are vulnerable due to isolation.

We offer a continuous programme that operates for 48 Wednesdays per year for a total of 5 hours per session. The club is supported by DBS cleared volunteers and is free of charge to ensure inclusivity for all.

Objectives and activities

The objectives of The Wednesday Club, as defined in our constitution, are for public benefit and are carried out in Waddesdon as deemed necessary and determined by the Trustees.

Our key objectives are:

provision of practical support to families of our service users by signposting them to professional services available in the area
provision of social interaction to combat isolation and loneliness
provision of a freshly cooked, 2 course meal cumulating in eating together
provision of transport with assistance of trained volunteers
provision of stimulation through entertainment and physical and mental exercise

The Wednesday Club (Waddesdon) Charity Number: 1191709

Our activities include:

Entertainment provided by external providers such as local schools and entertainers
Physical exercise including dancing
Music therapy
Crafting
Bingo
Quiz
Board games

The activities are designed to encourage teamwork and social interaction, stimulate mental/physical activity, and improve mood and ability. We ensure that the activities are enjoyable and provide a sense of achievement.

Deprivation and the elderly in Buckinghamshire

Whilst Buckinghamshire overall has relatively low levels of deprivation compared with the rest of the country (as measured by the English Indices of Deprivation), there are significant inequalities in levels of deprivation within the county, with pockets of deprivation in all parts of Buckinghamshire, which includes Aylesbury.

The Adult Disability Profile, 2019 in Aylesbury Vale has 34,300 of 65+ year old adults living with a physical and learning disability and 6,285 75+ year old adults living alone.

Source: Data taken from POPPI and PANSI August 2019

Achievement and performance

We are proud to highlight the remarkable achievements and positive impact made by our Hall Manager, Volunteers and local secondary students in fostering a thriving community. Our endeavours have resulted in:

meeting the demand of referrals from local community organisations such as Buckinghamshire adults services, carer support and local surgery
a hall filled with happy and involved service users (on average 34 users). We started with 12 service users after the pandemic
a vibrant and engaging atmosphere where service users actively participate in activities
combatting social isolation whilst building lasting friendships
fostering of a strong sense of community spirit that resonates with all participants whilst promoting a sense of belonging

The Wednesday Club (Waddesdon) Charity Number: 1191709

Achievement and performance (continued)

enhancing quality of life by managing conditions of age-related illnesses though physical and mental exercise
successful recruitment and retaining of volunteers (6) which is essential to the success of our program
successful partnership with the secondary school within the village which provide from students (12) who engage with the community
providing vital support to a minimum of 50 older individuals with diverse and complex needs
offering much-needed respite for families and caregivers, allowing them time for work, personal needs, or simply to rest and relax
establishment and implementation of befriending services on various days of the week to support both service users and their caregivers
ensuring diverse and suitable entertainment options that cater to the preferences and interests of our community
provision of nutritional hot meals whilst using local produce and the community fridge (reducing food waste)
conducting workshops focused on raising awareness about dementia, contributing to education and understanding within the community.

These achievements reflect our commitment to creating a positive and inclusive environment, enriching the lives of those we support, and strengthening the bonds within our community. We look forward to continuing this impactful journey and making a lasting difference in the lives of many.

Aims for next financial year

Continue to deliver high quality activities whilst meeting the demand of service users
Planning for long-term sustainability of the charity
Improve feedback mechanisms so that we can better understand the difference our charity makes

The Wednesday Club (Waddesdon) Charity Number: 1191709

?? The Wednesday Club {Waddesdon) Income and Expenditure From April 2022 to March 2023 Income Grants 6,300.00 2,352.00 310.00 Individual Donations Business Donations Interesl Received 11.22 8,973.22 Expenditure Activilies 1,555.00 3,150.18 144.00 Food Office Costs Rent 5,184.00 1,570.00 120.00 Service User Transport Gifts Wages- Self.employed Mobile phone charges Subscriptions Accountancy 18,000.00 17.97 206.88 187.00 30 135.03 Deficit for the year 121,161.81) The Wednesday Club (Waddesdon) Charity Number.. 1191709

?? The Wednesday Club Iwaddesdon) Balaneè Sheet From April 2022 to March 2023 Assets Cash & Bank Lloyds Current Account Lloyds Reserve Account Soldo- Chef 4.238.06 5.928 08 150.00 Soldo - Main 94.05 Soldo Ashley Total Cash & Bank 10,416.19 Other Current Assets Accounts ReceNable 20.00 Total Other Current Assets 120.001 Long-Term Assets F&F 1.760.94 1 760.94 F&F Total Long-Term Assets Liabilities Curreni Llabllitlas Accounts Payable Accruals 9,007.00 61_10 Ovèilundei Payments Duè Total Current Litibilities Equity Retained Eamings Profft for all prioi years Profft 1 Apiil 22-31 March 23 Totsl Rètalnèd Earnlngs Totsl Equity 22.612.10 1,450.29 1,450.29 The Wednesday Club (Waddesdon) Charity Number.. 1191709

Financial Review

Our equity of £1,450.29 will be put towards the charity’s operating expenditure in the next financial year.

£5,928 is held in reserve. There is no specific Reserve policy in place; however, there is a general understanding that the goal is to maintain a reserve equivalent to three months' worth of running costs.

We are anticipating the next financial year will be positive with the financial support of two funders multi-year grants and other grant applications in the pipeline. Our service user numbers are expected to increase providing donations as another income stream.

Structure, governance and management

Governance and trustee appointments

The trustees meet regularly and at least once every quarter, with ad-hoc meetings convened as required. During the trustee quarterly meetings, the trustees review the charity’s finances, as well as discussing progress and deliveries against its core purpose. All major new actions and future strategic decisions are defined and agreed by the trustees during these meetings.

All appointed trustees have been given a copy of the charity’s constitution and annual report and accounts. They are also informed about, and provided with weblinks to the Charity Commission’s website and guidance outlining the role and responsibilities of a trustee and public benefit.

The Wednesday Club (Waddesdon) Charity Number: 1191709

Trustee re-appointment

Any new trustee must be appointed by a resolution passed at a properly convened meeting of the charity trustees.

Operational management and organisation

The Wednesday Club (Waddesdon) has no permanent paid employees.

The trustees manage the financial management of the charity and oversee a Hall Manager who is paid to manage the operational management as well as managing partnerships and other activities.

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year
Lisa Gordon	Trustee	1/4/22-24/5/22
Alison Ruth May	Trustee	1/4/22-13/2/24
Ian Blake	Trustee	30/3/23-
Jane Perks	Chair	1/4/22-24/5/22
Helena Dennis	Trustee	8/6/23-8/23
Lisa Gordon	Chair	24/5/22-20/2/24
Joyce Gibson	Trustee	28/11/23-
Karen Nicoll	Trustee	28/11/23-13/2/24
Karen Nicoll	Chair	20/2/24-
Catherine Couzens	Trustee	8/6/23-13/2/24
AJ Wilson	Trustee	20/2/24-

Declarations

The Wednesday Club (Waddesdon) Charity Number: 1191709

The Trustees declare that they have approved the Trustee’s Report. Signed on behalf of the Trustees:

Full name: Karen Nicoll Position: Chair Date:25/2/24

The Wednesday Club (Waddesdon) Charity Number: 1191709