Registered Charity Number :- 1192268
SPRINGAID INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT UK
TRUSTEES’ REPORT AND
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR END 31 March 2024
SPRINGAID INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT UK Springaid International Development UK 213 North Street
Leeds
CONTENTS
SPRINGAID INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT UK
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024
TRUSTEES' REPORT ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES ................................................................................................................ 9 BALANCE SHEET ......................................................................................................................................................... 10 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ............................................................................................................ 11
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Summary of charity’s purpose:
Summary:
1. Mission :
The charity’s mission is to support socially and economically disadvantaged individuals and groups across the UK. By providing education, training, healthcare initiatives, and essential assistance, it seeks to empower them to create self-sustaining environments, achieve sustainable income, and actively contribute to society.
1. Key Objectives :
Advancement of Education :
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Offer vocational, professional, and lifelong training to lower socio-economic groups to develop their skills, capabilities, and understanding.
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Deliver practical skills training and real-world experience to improve employability and support flexible pathways into paid work.
Advancement of Health :
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Promote activities that enhance mental and physical health, encouraging healthier, safer, and more fulfilling lives.
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Provide resources and advocacy for individuals facing mental health challenges, unhealthy relationships, or abusive environments.
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Support amateur sporting activities that promote health through physical and mental exertion.
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Business and Entrepreneurial Development :
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Provide support and training for individuals and communities to develop entrepreneurial skills, start businesses, and create sustainable income streams.
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Facilitate access to resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help people establish and grow small enterprises.
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Promote innovation, economic self-sufficiency, and job creation in disadvantaged communities.
Environmental Protection and Improvement :
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Promote recycling and sustainable waste management.
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Support the conservation of green spaces within specific urban areas.
• Advocate for sustainable energy use and resource management to foster environmental preservation and development.
Summary of main activities in relation to purpose for the public benefits:
In 2023/24, the charity delivered impactful activities aligned with its objectives, providing significant benefits to the community:
1. Big Bike Revival Project :
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Six free “Learn to Ride – Learn to Fix – Ride” sessions encouraged cycling as a sustainable, healthy, and accessible mode of transport.
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Participants gained cycling confidence, bike maintenance skills, and developed regular riding habits.
fostering environmental consciousness.
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Climate Action Leeds Project :
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Targeted ethnic minority and low-income communities to raise awareness and reduce carbon footprints.
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Focused on energy efficiency, renewable energy use, sustainable transport, waste reduction, and food sustainability.
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Empowered participants to adopt climate-conscious practices while addressing financial challenges during the cost-of-living crisis.
These initiatives advanced sustainability, social equity, and healthier lifestyles while inspiring lasting community impact.
1. Leeds Together with the Windrush Generations :
• Celebrated the Windrush Generation’s 75th anniversary and Black History Month with 10 photography and filmmaking workshops for 120 young people.
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Participants created short films using accessible tools, culminating in an exhibition showcasing their work and highlighting the Windrush legacy, racism, colonialism, and immigration.
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•Empowered youth with creative skills, promoted cultural heritage, and fostered public dialogue.
Big Bike Cycling Sessions :
- •Expanded “Learn to Ride – Learn to Fix – Ride” sessions to 10 events due to increased demand.
•Enhanced cycling skills, bike maintenance knowledge, and community engagement while promoting health, active transport, and sustainability.
- •Contributed to healthier, environmentally conscious communities.
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Eat on a Budget :
• Addressed food insecurity and rising costs with three cooking workshops teaching young people, particularly women, to prepare healthy meals on a budget.
•Workshops focused on meal planning, grocery budgeting, reducing food waste, and promoting sustainable habits.
• Improved cooking confidence, financial management, and healthier eating practices.
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Achievement and performance - 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.
Summary:
The charity has made substantial progress in addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges, empowering marginalized communities and fostering sustainable, long-term change. Through impactful initiatives, it has equipped individuals and communities with the tools, skills, and resources needed to improve their quality of life and promote societal benefits.
Key Achievements :
Promoting Financial Resilience and Healthy Living :
• Cooking workshops taught participants how to prepare nutritious meals on a budget, plan meals effectively, reduce food waste, and adopt healthier eating habits.
• These efforts improved household finances, particularly during the cost-of-living crisis, while encouraging sustainable and affordable practices.
Fostering Environmental Stewardship :
• The Climate Action Leeds Project raised awareness about climate-conscious living, promoting practical changes such as energy efficiency, sustainable transport, waste reduction, and mindful food consumption.
• Participants learned strategies to lower their carbon footprints while addressing financial pressures, benefiting both individuals and the environment.
Encouraging Sustainable Transport :
• The “Learn to Ride – Learn to Fix – Ride” sessions, funded by the Big Bike Revival, taught participants essential cycling and bike maintenance skills.
•By promoting cycling as an eco-friendly, healthy, and cost-effective transport option, the project increased participants’ confidence, physical health, and participation in sustainable travel practices.
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Celebrating Cultural Heritage and Amplifying Voices :
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The “Leeds Together with the Windrush Generations” project engaged young people in creative storytelling through photography and film.
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Participants gained media production skills while celebrating the cultural contributions of the Windrush Generation, fostering dialogue on themes of racism, immigration, and community history.
These initiatives have strengthened individual resilience, enhanced community cohesion, and promoted environmental and cultural awareness. By addressing immediate needs while inspiring long-term change, the charity continues to deliver meaningful impact and advance its mission of equity, empowerment, and sustainable development.
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024
| Recommended categories by activity Notes Income and endowments from: Donations and legacies 2 Total Expenditure on: Raising funds 3 Charitable activities 4 Other 6 Total Net income/(expenditure) Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
Unrestricted funds £ Total Funds 2024 £ Total Funds 2023 £ 18,705.79 18,705.79 13,905.00 |
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| 18,705.79 18,705.79 13,905.00 |
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| 12,242.57 12,242.57 11,542.03 2,155.00 2,155.00 6,047.97 1,272.87 1,272.87 - |
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| 15,670.44 15,670.44 17,590.00 |
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| 3,035.35 3,035.35 (3,685.00) |
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| 3,035.35 3,035.35 (3,685.00) 165.00 165.00 3,850.00 |
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| 3,200.35 3,200.35 165.00 |
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SPRINGAID INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT UK
BALANCE SHEET
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024
| Recommended categories by activity Notes Fixed assets Tangible assets 7 Total fixed assets Current assets Cash at bank and in hand 8 Total current assets Total assets less current liabilities Creditors: amounts falling due after one year 9 Total net assets or liabilities Funds of the Charity Unrestricted funds 10 Restricted income funds 10 Endowment funds 10 Total funds |
Unrestricted funds £ Total Funds 2024 £ Total Funds 2023 £ 4,395.56 4,395.56 - |
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| 4,395.56 4,395.56 - |
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| 132.66 132.66 260.00 132.66 132.66 260.00 |
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| 4,528.22 4,528.22 260.00 |
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| 1,232.87 1,232.87 - |
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| 3,295.35 3,295.35 260.00 |
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| 3,200.35 3,200.35 165.00 - - - - |
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| 3,200.35 3,200.35 165.00 |
The financial statements were approved by the Board on 21-Jan-2025 and signed on its behalf by:
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024
1 Accounting Policies
1.1 Accounting Policies
The principal accounting policies adopted by the Charity, which is a public benefit entity, in the preparation of the accounts are as follows.
1.2 Basis of preparation
These accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention, as modified by the inclusion of charitable properties and fixed asset investments and investment properties at valuation.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with “Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)” (effective 1 January 2019) - (Charities SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011.
These accounts are presented in pounds sterling and rounded to the nearest pound.
1.3 Going concern
The Trustees have prepared financial projections, taking into consideration the current economic conditions and have, at the time of approving these accounts, a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus they continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the accounts.
2 Income from Donations and Legacies
| Analysis General grants provided by Government/other charities |
Unrestricted funds £ 18,705.79 18,705.79 |
Total funds 2024 £ 18,705.79 18,705.79 |
Total funds 2023 £ 13,905.00 13,905.00 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024
3 Expenditure on Raising Funds
| Analysis Incurred seeking grants Staging fundraising events Advertising, marketing, direct mail and publicity Other trading activities Investment administration costs Rent collection, property repairs and maintenance charges Wages and salaries Staff costs Support Costs |
Total funds 2024 £ 1,360.21 844.00 - 70.00 1,091.96 1,163.00 - 7,713.40 - 12,242.57 |
Total funds 2023 £ - - 564.90 8,363.16 - 636.00 1,680.00 - 297.97 11,542.03 |
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4 Expenditure on Charitable Activities
| Analysis Cost of services Advertising and marketing Legal/professional fees Staff costs Support Costs |
Total funds 2024 £ 105.00 1,630.00 420.00 - - 2,155.00 |
Total funds 2023 £ - 1,220.00 1,920.00 2,610.00 297.97 |
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| 6,047.97 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024
5 Support Costs
| Analysis Printing and stationery |
Total funds 2024 £ - - |
Total funds 2023 £ 595.94 |
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| 595.94 |
6 Other Expenditure
| Analysis Other Expenditure Depreciation Charge for the Year - Plant & Machinery |
Unrestricted funds £ 174.00 1,098.87 1,272.87 |
Total funds 2024 £ 174.00 1,098.87 1,272.87 |
Total funds 2023 £ - - |
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- |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024
7 Tangible Fixed Assets
7.1 Cost or valuation
| Plant & | |
|---|---|
| Machinery | |
| £ | |
| At 01 April 2023 | - |
| Additions | 5,494.43 |
| Disposals | - |
| Revaluations | - |
| Transfers | - |
| At 31 March 2024 |
5,494.43 |
| 7.2 Amortisation and impairments | |
| Plant & | |
| Machinery | |
| £ | |
| At 01 April 2023 | - |
| Additions | 1,098.87 |
| Disposals | - |
| Revaluations | - |
| Transfers | - |
| At 31 March 2024 |
1,098.87 |
| 7.3 Net book value | |
| Plant & | |
| Machinery | |
| £ | |
| At 01 April | |
| 2023 | - |
| At 31 March 2024 |
4,395.56 |
7.2 Amortisation and impairments
7.3 Net book value
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024
8 Cash at bank and in hand
Total Total funds funds 2024 2023 £ £ SPRINGAID INTERNATIONAL 132.66 260.00 DEVELOPMENT UK 132.66 260.00
9 Creditors: Amounts falling due after one year
Total funds 2024 Total funds 2023 £ £ Accruals and deferred 1,232.87 - income 1,232.87 -
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 March 2024
10 Charity funds
10.1 Details of material funds held and movements during the CURRENT reporting period
| Fund names Fund balances brought forward |
Income | Expenditure | Transfers | Gains and losses |
Fund balances carried forward |
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| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Unrestricted funds | ||||||
| General Fund 165.00 |
18,705.79 | (15,670.44) | - | - | 3,200.35 | |
| Total 165.00 |
18,705.79 | (15,670.44) | - | - | 3,200.35 | |
| 10.2 | Details of material funds held and movements during the | PREVIOUS reporting period | ||||
| Fund names Fund balances brought forward |
Income | Expenditure | Transfers | Gains and losses |
Fund balances carried forward |
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| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Unrestricted funds | ||||||
| General Fund 3,850.00 |
13,905.00 | (17,590.00) | - | - | 165.00 | |
| Total 3,850.00 |
13,905.00 | (17,590.00) | - | - | 165.00 |
10.3 Transfers between funds This Year
| Amount | ||
|---|---|---|
| £ | ||
| Between unrestricted and restricted funds | - | |
| Between endowment and restricted funds | - | |
| Between endowment and unrestricted funds | - | |
| Last Year | ||
| Amount | ||
| £ | ||
| Between unrestricted and restricted funds | - | |
| Between endowment and restricted funds | - | |
| Between endowment and unrestricted funds | - |
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