Trustee Annual Report
For the year Ending: 31 July 2024
AR-CEO-DEF-1193744
Reference and Administrative Details
Charity Name: New Birth Ministry Charity Number: 1193744 Principal Address: [Insert address]
The trustees who served during the year were:
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[Delroy Gordon]
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[Keisha Duncan]
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[Terrie Ann Gordon]
Structure, Governance and Management
New-Birth Ministry is a registered charity governed by its charitable constitution.
The charity is managed by its trustees, who are responsible for the overall direction and policy of the charity. Trustees are appointed in accordance with the governing document. The trustees meet regularly to oversee church activities, community programmes, financial management, and compliance matters.
Objectives and Activities
The object of the charity is to advance the Christian faith and provide support to the local community through outreach, fellowship, and charitable activities.
The trustees confirm that they have had regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit when reviewing the charity’s aims and activities.
The charity exists to serve:
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Members of the local community
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Young people
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Individuals experiencing homelessness
Activities carried out during the year included:
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Weekly church and community services
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Children’s Corner sessions for young people
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A weekly Feed the Homeless Programme providing meals and support
Achievements and Performance
During the year, New Birth Ministry continued to provide regular worship services and community fellowship opportunities.
The Children’s Corner programme provided a safe and supportive space for young people within the church and local community, contributing to their personal and spiritual development.
The Feed the Homeless Programme operated weekly and provided meals and practical support to individuals experiencing homelessness. This programme remains a key part of the charity’s outreach and impact within the community.
The trustees are pleased that despite limited income, the charity continued delivering consistent services throughout the year.
Financial Review
Total income for the year was £18,000 .
Most of the income was applied directly to charitable activities and essential running costs.
Total expenditure for the year was £16,000 .
The main expenditure included:
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Premises rent: £10,800 per year
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Utility bills
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Costs associated with the Feed the Homeless Programme
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General church and community activity costs
The charity ended the year with approximately £1,000 in reserves .
The trustees ensure that funds received are applied directly to supporting the charity’s objectives, with most income being used to maintain premises and deliver community support programmes.
Reserves Policy
As a small charity, New Birth Ministry maintains modest reserves. The trustees aim to retain a small balance sufficient to cover short-term commitments and unforeseen expenses.
Given the charity’s income level and ongoing rental commitment, most funds received are used within the year for charitable purposes.
Plans for Future Periods
In the coming year, the charity intends to:
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Continue weekly worship and community services
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Maintain and strengthen the Feed the Homeless Programme
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Develop and expand Children’s Corner activities
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Explore additional fundraising opportunities to increase financial stability
Trustee Responsibilities Statement
The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees’ Annual Report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.
The trustees are satisfied that the accounts provide a true and fair view of the charity’s financial position and that funds have been applied solely towards achieving its charitable objectives.
Signed: Reverend. Delroy Gordon