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•$
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Statemont of FlnanclalActlvltl08
Balance Sheet
Not•3 forming part of the Flnanclal Stat•monts
7-12
Independent Examln•r'8 Raport
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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
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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.
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Annual Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2024
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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.
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Annual Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 MaKh 2024
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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 year*nd 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 obl*atlons. 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
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Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 March 2024
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2024
Total
funds
2023
Total
funds
un￿strICted
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
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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
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Notes to the Financlal Statements for the year ended 31 March 2024
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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.
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Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2024
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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.
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Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2024
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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
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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
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Notes to the Flnancial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2024
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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.
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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
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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
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