REGISTERED CHARtTY NUMBER: 1192543 FOCUS4HOPE RepoRT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 FOCUS 4HOPE
CONTENTS Legal and Admlnistratlve Infonnatlon Annual Roport of the Trusto•$ 24 Statemont of FlnanclalActlvltl08 Balance Sheet Not•3 forming part of the Flnanclal Stat•monts 7-12 Independent Examln•r'8 Raport 13
Focus4Hope Legal and Admlnlstratlve Information Reference and Admlnlstrative Information Charity name Focu54Hope Charity registration number 1192543 Registered office and operational address 12 Huddersfield Road Brighnvse West Yorkshlre HD6 IJZ Trustees Margaret Cameron (Appolnted 8 July 20241 Sarah Helliwell (Appointed 16 January 20241 Dave Kitson Peter Cawdron Lidla Shlnwell (Chalrl Daniel Thompson Laura Carr Chlef Executive Louise Reed Bankers HSBC Unit 11-12 Klngsgate Shopplng Centre Klng Street Huddersffeld HDI 2QB Independent examiners Slelgh & Story Ltd Thornhlll Brigg Mills Thornhlll 8eck Lane Brighouse HD64AH Page t
Focus4Hope Annual Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31" March 2024 The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31st March 2024. The trustees have adopted the provlslons of Accounting and Reporhng by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charitie5 preparing their account5 in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 (effective l January 20191. STRucfuRE, GOVERNAIICE AND MANAGEMENT The charity is controlled by its governlng document, a constitution of a Charitable Incorporated Or8anisation. Recrultment and appolntment of Trustees Trustees are recruited by invitation from people that have become known to the CIO through its activities and have shown that they possess Ihe Interest and skllls requlred to make a contrlbution to the fulfilment of the CIO objective5. New trustees receive coples of the CIO trust deed5 and past years, accounts. to understand the ethos and objectives of the CIO. Induction Ss generally carried out by The Chair and CEO. Trustees appointed durlng the year were: Sarah Helliwell Rlsk Management Trustees continue to adopt the Risk A55essmenl and Management. Statement previously drown up which Identifies the risk areas, their potential impact and appropriate control procedures. Internal controls were malntalned to ensure the effective management and monltorlng of the charlty's operation. Publlc Benefft The Trustees confirm that due regard has been pald to the publlc benefit guldance publlshed by the Charltv Commlsslon. OBJEcfivES AND AcfiviTIES The objectives of Focus4Hope are to provide the relief of those in need, by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disabllity, flnanclal hardship or other disadvantage, through.. the provlsion of a social supermarket and crisis food parcels providing items, such as clothes and hygiene products, home starter kits providing advice, guidance, education and si8npostin8 on housin8, employment and healthcare. Another of Focus4Hope'5 core aims is to 5UPPOrt the lonely and vulnerable through a variety of social events including.. coffee mornlngs reminiscent cinema day trips drop-ins Our Crisis Support Workers offer further support in a variety of ways including checking benefits and helping to complete PIP, attendance allowance and DLA forms etc. Page 2
Focus4Hope Annual Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 st ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE Charitable activities Our Core 5ervlces: l. So¢Sal supermarket: We operate a Social Supermarket using the Food Club model, providin8 affordable, nutritious food to low-income households. This initiative ensures that families have consistent access to quality food, significantly improving their health and well-being. 2. Flnanclal Llteracy: We offer financial Ilteracy programs to equip individuals with essential money management skills. By learnin8 to allocate limited budgets effectlvely, families can better manage their essential expenses, leading to enhanced financlal stability. 3. Employment Support: Our employment support inltiative5 help parhcipants access job opportunities and improve their financial stabllity. Th15 servlce 15 crucial in empowerlng individuals to achieve self- sufficiency and economic independence. 4. SEND Group for Famllles: We have pioneered a SEND Group for families, providing vltal support to those facing the unique challenges of special educational needs and disabilitles. This 8roup fosters a supportive envlronment where families can share experlence5, access resources, and bulld a network of mutual support. 5. Homeless Feeds: We dellver bi-weekly homeless feed5 in Leeds clty centre, supporting those without permanent home. Our services include warm meals, drinks, clothin8, ond additional support and referrals to help them navlgate their challenging circumstances. 6. Centre Forwarmth: We have been chosen as a Centre forwarmth with Northern Gas Networks and are offering sUPPOrt and advice for C02 monitors, toppSng up utilities and we provide a hot two course free lunch everyweek in our community hub. 7. Provlslon of support to the lonely and vulnerable.. We provlde opportunities for the lonely and the vulnerable in the local area to connect and engage wlth others through a variety of events such a5 coffee mornings, reminiscent ¢lnema, day trips and drop-ins. Impact on the Cornmunity: Our work ha5 brought about transformative positive change5'. Improved Food Se¢urlty: Families now have reliable access to nutritious food, leading to healthler lives and better overall well-being. Enhanced Flnancial Stabllity: Through our financial literacy programs, families can manage their finances more effectively, ensurinB that their essential needs are mel. Community Support: We foster inclusivity and reduce social isolation by building a strong sense of community among our beneliciaries. This creates a supportive network where individuals feel valued and connected. Page 3
Focus4Hope Annual Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 MaKh 2024 It Commitment t¢ Sustalnabllity and Growth: Fctus4Hope 15 commttted to sustalnability and growth. Our dedicated team ot valunteers, passionate staff, nd en8a8ed partlclpant5 form the backbone of our organisatlon. Their unwavering commltment dr]ves P051tive th?nBe and community empowerment. We serve a5 a beacon of hope durln8 challenging tlmes addreSs1r food insecurity, the cost.of-lfvln8 crisls. and communlty support wSth compa551on and innovatlon. Our commltment to Inclu5iVit¥ and 5UStainabillty erhsures that we continue to make & meanin8ful difference in the lives of those we serve. Together. we are building 8 stron8er, more resilient communlty. Employ••% The CIO ha5 4 employees at the yearnd but wlth 8rènts recelved thls has allowed us to ernploy c>ne more employee in October 2024 and look at employing anothèr. FINANCIAL REVIEW In¥e4tment polky and objectives By the powers contalned in the governln8 Trust Deed, the Trustees have full discretton In the Investment of the CIOS resources ktihey feel It Is In Interest of the CIO. Flnaffttlal R•vi•w Durlng the yejr the CIO réceived £150,653 In Grants and our expendlture was £228,866. We gènerated a surplus for the year of £77,388, of whlch £31,207 was surplus on unrestricted fund5. We have surplu5 reserves to carry forward of É140.127, of whlch £34,668 15 surplu5 unroslricted funds and £105,4S9 surplus re5trlcted fund5. These f(tnds will support our projects and charliv work Into future years. R•ser¥•i PDiIcy Reserves are hèld to allow the charity to withstand fluctuations In Its Sncome and confjnue to meet Its financlal oblatlons. It 15 OUT poIKy to aim lo hold unrestricted ServeS tgulvalent to 3 months of operatin8 costs. Futur• Plans Focus4Htspe has been awarded some fafttasti¢ 8rants that will enable us to 5UPPQrt the community In the coming years such 05: ceTrt for Warmth grant from Northern Gas Networks, ceiVed In 2024- 25 year. 8ivlng us the abillty to offer a hot meal once a week to anyone who wants St. Natbonal lotteryBrantforwages and running costs which wlll help us staff the Huband have someone there at all MeS to further 5UPPOrt people who have been referred to us. Approved by the board of trustees on.......... L Shinwell Chair of Trustees S Helllwell Trustee Page 4
Focus4Hope Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 5t 2024 Total funds 2023 Total funds unstrICted ftjnds Restrirted funds Notes INCOME FROM: Donations Grants Charlty shop Fundraising other Sncome 82,962 543 150,653 83,505 150,653 50,370 11,479 10,247 58.913 116,433 10.574 9,506 9,564 50,370 11,479 10,247 Total Income 155 058 151 196 306 254 204 990 EXPENDITURE ON: Fundraisin9 Goods and caterlng purchases Grant related expenditure Prembses costs Offlce costs Staff costs Vehlcle and travellin9 costs Other expendlture 10,935 17,624 3,591 23,939 8,778 41,368 6,524 10,510 597 56,349 4,520 1,982 3,725 32,205 270 5,949 11,532 73,973 8,111 25,921 12,503 73,573 6,794 16,459 5,954 55,501 22,932 7,541 56,546 10,439 20,627 Total expendltur• 123 269 105 597 228 866 179 540 NEf INCOME/(EXPENDITURe) 31,789 45,599 77.388 25,450 Transfers between funds (5821 582 NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS 31,207 46,181 77,388 25.450 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 3,461 59,278 62,739 37,289 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD L05 459 140 127 Page 5
Focus4Hope Charlty Number: 1192543 Balance Sheet as at 315t March 2024 2024 Total fvnd5 2023 Totsl funds Unrestrftted Restrirted funds fund5 Notes FIXED ASSETS Tanglble assets 1,003 16,948 17,951 23,534 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at bank and In hand 3.221 35.172 38,393 3,221 123 831 127,052 88,659 41,221 CREDrroRS Amounts lalllng duÈ wlthln one year NET CURRENY ASSETS 122 176 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 34,668 105,4S9 140,127 62.739 NET ASSITS 105 4S9 140 127 FUNDS Unrestrltted fund5 Restrkted lunds io 34,668 105 459 3,461 TOTAL FUN05 140 127 The flnanclal Statements were approved by the Board ol Trustees and èuthorlsed for issue on and were sloned on Its behalf by: L Shinwell Chalr of Trustee S kfelllweli Trustee Paoe 6
Focus4Hope Notes to the Financlal Statements for the year ended 31 March 2024 st ACCOUNTING POUCZES Basis of preparing the finan¢lal statements The financial statements of the charbty, whlch Is a publlc benefit entsty under FRS 102, have been prepared In accordance with the Charities SORP IFRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charlties preparing thelr accounts in accordance with the Financial Fieporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 102} (effective l January 20191, and with the Charitie5 Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless C•therwise stated in the relevant note{s) to these accounts. Going concern The trustees are satisfled that there are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to ontinue. Income All income 15 recognlsed In the Statement of Flnancial Actlvitles once the charity has entstlement to the funds, it 15 probable that the income wlll be recelved and the amount can be measured rellably. Expenditure Llabllitie5 are recognised as expendlture as soon as there Is a legal or construttive obllgatlon commltting the charlty to that expendlture, It is probable that a transfer of economic benefits wlll be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measureé reliably. Expendlture Is accounted for on an accruals basls and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs eènnot be directly attrlbuted to partlcular headings they have been allocated to activltles on a basls consistent wlth the use of resources. Tanqlble fSxed asset¥ Tangible fixed assets costlng MO than £500 are capltalised and Included at cost Includbng any Incldental expenses of acqulsbtlon. Depreclatlon Is provlded at the followlng annual rates in order to wrlte off each asset over Its estimated useful Ilfe. Offlce equipment Motor vehlcles 3 years strai9ht1Sne 25% reduclng balance Taxatlon The charity Is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities. Fund accountlng Unrestrlcted funds can be used In accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretlon of the trustees. Restrlcted funds can only be used for partitular restricted purposes within the objerts of the charitv. Restrlctions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are ralsed for particular restrlrted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements. Pa9e 7 continued...
Focus4Hope Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2024 St GRANTS 2024 2023 Calderdale Councll small grants Calderdale Smartmove CFFC CFFC - Food CFFC - Household Support CFFC - Menopause Group CFFC - Christmas Food Feeding Britain Food Garfield Weston Foundatlon Groundwork UK J H Rauslng Trust Just Helpbng Keepmoat Homes LCT Homeless Leeds Christian Co National Lottery The Brelrns Trust West Rldlng Masonlc Other grant5 3,000 3.357 23,968 3,000 9,900 4,644 5,000 5,000 20,000 3.000 14,272 12.900 4,642 8,000 3,500 4.500 74,216 6.000 32,000 9,794 16,393 Total ISO 653 116 433 Other Incom• 2024 2023 Social supermarket Other income 8,944 1,303 9,564 Total staff eosts 2024 2023 Grosswages Employers, Nl Employers, pension costs Sub-contractor costs 67,340 16021 1,783 5,052 42,011 11,5361 771 15,300 Totsl 73,573 56,546 The average number of employees during the year was 3 (2023- 2). There were no employees wlth emoluments In exce55 of E60,000 for the year. The total value of key management personnel cornpensation during the year was E30,040. Key management personnel comprise senior management staff as noted on page one. Page 8
Focus4Hope Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2024 5t Other expenditure Included within other expenditure are the following costs.. 2024 2023 Remuneration to independent examiner for.. Accountancy servlces Independent exambnatlon Deprecbatlon - owneé assets 1,452 660 1,386 630 TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustees, MUneratIOn or other beneflts for the year ended 31 March 2024 nor for the year ended 31 March 2023. Trustees, expen#es There were no trustee5' expenses pald for the year ended 31 March 2024 nor for the year ended 31 March 2023. TANGIBLE FIXEO ASSETS Motor vehicles Office equipment Totals COST At l April 2023 Additlons 30,130 2,736 802 32,866 802 At 31 March 2024 DEPRECIATION At l Aprll 2023 Charge for year 7,532 1,800 735 9,332 At 31 March 2024 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 March 2024 At 31 March 2023 936 DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Prepayrnents 3,221 Page 9
Focus4Hope Notes to the Flnancial Statements for the year ended 31" March 2024 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE wrrHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Trade credltors Social securbty and other taxes Accruals and deferred income Other creditors 1,076 1,335 2,112 353 2,016 10. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Unrestrlct•d Funds 0110412023 Income Expendlture Tran*l•r 3110312024 General Fund 3.461 155,058 (123,269) (582) 34,668 155 058 123 269 582 ReAtrict•d Funds 0110412023 Income Expendltur¢ Transfer 3110312024 National Lottery SEN Keepmoat SEN Comlc Rellef Homeless Brighouse & Fibstrick A Julla Rauslng Fund Mlnlbus Fund Van Fund Calderdale Councll - Small Grants Natlonal Lottery Elderly CFFC - Household Support CFFC - Menopause Group Feeding Brltain Food LCT Homeless CFFC - Christmas Food The Brelms Trust Garfield Weston Fund CFFC - Food National Lottery Fund Other Funds 6.254 3,000 3,316 3,535 12,900 19,898 2,700 {3, 120) 1977) (3,0441 {3,435) (12,900) {4,974) 1675) 3.134 2,023 760 488 (loo} 14,924 2,025 3,000 9,960 9,900 4,644 5,000 3,500 5,000 6,000 20,000 3,000 64,256 16,448 { 1,678) {5,771) {9,223) 1,322 4.189 677 4,644 2,559 (2,441) {3,422) {4,999) (360) {4,075) {3,003) (21,331) {20, 169) 178) {1} 5,640 15,925 42,925 4.712 7,675 758 151 196 105 597 582 105 459 Page 10
Focus4Hope Notes to the Flnancial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2024 st Fund narne Purpose of restrlctlon To provide 5UPPOrt to parents with children wlth special educational needs. To provide day trips and buy essential items for SEN children and families. To run homeless outreach Sn Halbfax every fortnight {feedlng and providing clothing and item5 such as sleeplng bags). Brighouse & Rastrick A To create a menopause support group. lulia Rausbng Fund Soclal Supermarket Food Support. Minibus Fund To purchase a new MSnSbus. Van Fund To purchase a new van Calderdale Council Small To provlde entertainment for children such as a pettlng zoo, magician Grants and face painter, National Lottery Elderly To provlde elderly day trlps, afternoon teas and Chr15tmas dinner events. CFFC - Household Support Food and household goods to vulnerable famllles. CFFC - Menopause Group To create a menopause support group. Feeding 8ritaln Food To provide food support and crbsls food parcels. LCT Homeless To provide homeless outreach in Leeds IncludSng food and supplles. CFFC - Chrlstmas Food To provide Christmas hamper food parce15 to vulnerable families. The Brelms Trust To fund a volunteer coordlnator role. Garfield Weston Fund To fund tore cost5 and stafflng costs CFFC - Food To provlde crisis food parcels and food for food club. National Lottery Fund To supTrport running CDSts, utllltles, rent and stafflng costs. National Lottery SEN Keepmoat SEN Comic Relief Homeless 11. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES There were no related party transactlons for the year ended 3 1 March 2024. Pa9e 11
Focus4Hope Notes to the Flnancial Statements for the year ended 31" March 2024 12. sfATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ArnVITIES FOR THE PRIOR YEAR 2023 Total funds Unrestricted funds Restrlcted funds Notes INCOME FROM: Donations Grants Charity shop Fundraising Other income 54,913 4,000 116,433 58,913 116,433 10,574 9,506 9,564 10,574 9,506 9,564 Total Income 120 433 204.990 EXPENDITURE ON: Fundraising Goods and caterln9 purchases Premlses costs Offlce costs Staff costs Vehlcle and travelllng costs Other expendlture 5,954 5,673 22,932 7,541 26,327 6.539 13,094 5,954 55,501 22,932 7,541 56,546 10,439 20,627 49,828 30,219 3,900 7,533 Total expendltur• 179 540 NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) <3,503) 28,953 25,450 Tran5fer5 between funds NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS {3,503) 28,953 25,450 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 6,964 30,325 37,289 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD Page 12
Focus4Hope Independent Examiner's Report on the Accounts for the Year Ended 31" March 2024 I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the charity (the Yrusv) for the year ended 31 March 2024, which are set out on pages 5 to 12. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charitie5 Act 20111"the ACV'I. I report in respect of my examinatlon of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my exarnination, I have followed the applicable Direthons given by the Charitv Commission under section 14515llbl of the Act. Independent examlner's statement I have completed my examlnatton. I conflrm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in. any material respect: accountin8 records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Art or the accounts do not accord with the accounting records I have no concerns and have come across no other matters In connection with the examlnation to which ottention should be drawn In order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Jonathan Stead FCCA Date... Slelgh & Story Ltd Thornhill Brigg Mills Thornhill Beck Lane Brighouse HD6 4AH Page 13