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Trustees' Annual Report for the period

Period start date Period end date 01 January 2024 31 December 2024

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Section A Reference and administration details

Charity name Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) 1194165

Salford Families in need Meals Project

SFinMP

Charity's principal address 11 Stafford Road,

Eccles Greater Manchester Postcode M30 9HN

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20		 Trustee name Office (if any) Dates acted if not for whole
**year **		 Name of person (or body) entitled
to appoint trustee (ifany)
Dr AntonyEdkins Chair n/a SFinMP board of trustees
Julie Larkinson Secretary n/a SFinMP board of trustees
Tom Marsden Treasurer n/a SFinMP board of trustees
Victoria Unsworth Trustee n/a SFinMP board of trustees
Baroness Barbara
Keeley		 Trustee n/a SFinMP board of trustees
Claire Woolley Trustee n/a SFinMP board of trustees

Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)

Name Dates acted if not for whole year
None n/a

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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of adviser
Name
Address
None N/A N/A
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Section B Structure, governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

Constitution of a Charitable Incorporated Organisation with voting Type of governing document members other than its charity trustees (‘Association’ Model Constitution) (eg. trust deed, constitution) (‘Association’ Model Constitution) How the charity is constituted (eg. trust, association, company) As per article 13 of our governing document. Trustee selection methods 13. Appointment of charity trustees (1) At every annual general meeting of (eg. appointed by, elected by) the members of the CIO, one-third of the charity trustees shall retire from office. If the number of charity trustees is not three or a multiple of three, then the number nearest to one-third shall retire from office, but if there is only one charity trustee, he or she shall retire; (2) The charity trustees to retire by rotation shall be those who have been longest in office since their last appointment or reappointment. If any trustees were last appointed or reappointed on the same day those to retire shall (unless they otherwise agree among themselves) be determined by lot; (3) The vacancies so arising may be filled by the decision of the members at the annual general meeting; any vacancies not filled at the annual general meeting may be filled as provided in sub-clause (5) of this clause; (4) The members or the charity trustees may at any time decide to appoint a new charity trustee, whether in place of a charity trustee who has retired or been removed in accordance with clause 15 (Retirement and removal of charity trustees), or as an additional charity trustee, provided that the limit specified in clause 12(3) on the number of charity trustees would not as a result be exceeded; (5) A person so appointed by the members of the CIO shall retire in accordance with the provisions of subclauses (2) and (3) of this clause. A person so appointed by the charity trustees shall retire at the conclusion of the next annual general meeting after the date of his or her appointment and shall not be counted for the purpose of determining which of the charity trustees is to retire by rotation at that meeting. 16. Reappointment of charity trustees: Any person who retires as a charity trustee by rotation or by giving notice to the CIO is eligible for reappointment

Additional governance issues (Optional information)

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Bankers

You may choose to include additional information, where National Westminster Bank relevant, about: 196 Monton Road, Monton • policies and procedures Eccles adopted for the induction and M30 9NW training of trustees;

Structure, Governance and Management Organisation and Governing Document

Salford Families in need Meals Project CIO is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation registered on 21[st] April 2021. The Chair, reporting to the Board of Trustees, carries out day-to-day management along with the Secretary and the Treasurer, and other members of the board. The Board keeps the skill requirements for the trustee body under review. New trustees may be sought through a dialogue with candidates in relevant sectors. The ultimate decision on selection is a matter for the Board of Trustees. When new trustees are appointed, they are given an introduction to the work of the charity and provided with the information that they need to fulfil their roles.

SFinMP CIO Report of the Trustees (continued) for the period from 1[st] January 2024 ended 31[st] December 2024

Risk management

The trustees have a duty to identify and review risks to which the charity is exposed and to ensure that appropriate controls are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error. The trustees are of the opinion that the reserves, held in a charity bank account, and known subsequent income are sufficient for at least short to medium term financial requirements.

Public benefit

The charity has due regard to the guidance published by the Charity Commission on public benefit.

Section C Objectives and activities

Charitable objects

Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document

The relief of financial hardship among people living or working in Salford by providing such persons with food goods and related services, which they could not otherwise afford through lack of means. The prevention or relief of poverty in Salford by providing food grants, food items and related services to individuals and families in need and/ or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.

Registration history:

• 21 April 2021: CIO registration

Organisation type:

CIO

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Other names: • SFINMP (Working name)

Gift aid:

Not recognised by HMRC for gift aid

Other regulators: No information available Policies: • Safeguarding vulnerable youngsters and adults where needed. • Land and property: This charity does not own and/or lease land or property How We Spend Our Money: Activities and Impact

The Salford Families in Need Meals Project (SFinMP) is a fundraising charity dedicated to relieving poverty and financial hardship among families with disadvantaged children in the City of Salford. In line with our charitable purpose, we raise funds to operate a weekly food distribution hub, providing essential support to those most in need.

During this financial year, our spending has focused on:

Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit)

All our activities are guided by a clear commitment to ensure dignity, compassion, and practical help for families facing hardship.

Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)

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Why SFinMP Works – The Power of Teamwork

The success of the Salford Families in Need Meals Project (SFinMP) is built on strong teamwork. The Chair consults closely with trustees on every decision, drawing on the diverse strengths and experiences across the team. We listen to one another, learn from each other, and work collectively toward our shared goal.

You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:

Our volunteers are the heart of the project. Without their commitment, SFinMP simply could not function. Each week on Wednesday afternoons, volunteers gather to sort and bag food items—ensuring families, especially those with young children, receive quality support.

Volunteer efforts are coordinated by Julie Larkinson, long-time community leader and former President of Eccles Rotary Club. Julie continues to inspire both Rotary members and local residents to give their time each week. This year, Jeanne Jones MBE has played a leading role in organising Wednesday sessions, helping to strengthen and grow our volunteer base.

While SFinMP does not make grants itself, we actively seek funding from local partners, including Salford City Council, Salford CVS, and other generous benefactors. These applications help us to sustain and expand the work we do.

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Section D Achievements and performance

Salford Families in Need Meals Project (SFinMP): Annual Update Summary of the main achievements of the charity Now entering its fifth year, the Salford Families in Need Meals Project during the year (SFinMP) continues to support local families who are struggling to cover essential living costs. Many of these families have shared heartbreaking stories - of parents skipping meals so their children could eat, or going hungry until after bedtime. SFinMP now supports more than 5,000 families annually, reaching around 100 households every week. At the heart of this success is local knowledge and trust. The project is led by Julie Larkinson - community leader, experienced school governor and educator - who has worked on the Brookhouse estate for 50 years. Julie, who now serves as our secretary, has taught generations of local families and brings strong relationships with schools and community organisations, including Eccles Rotary, which provides many of our dedicated volunteers. In 2024, she was rightly named Volunteer of the Year. Each Wednesday afternoon, we welcome new volunteers to help us operate our food hub on the Brookhouse Estate. The hub distributes food sourced through a partnership with The Bread and Butter Thing , a charity that rescues surplus food from major supermarkets and producers. Food is sorted into chilled, fresh, and ambient categories, and stored in temperature-controlled facilities in Trafford Park. Families receive high-quality food worth £40–£50 for a contribution of £8.50. Most pay this themselves. For those unable to do so, our discretionary fund covers the cost - ensuring no family is ever turned away. Our work is only possible thanks to the generosity of local donors, including Morsons PLC, Mark and Maxine Smeaton, A C Clark, Eccles Rotary, Dr Enid Noronha, For Housing, Salford City Council, Salford CVS, and our tireless trustees. At Christmas 2024, SFinMP funded festive meals for families in need, and also covered cooking and heating costs for the most vulnerable across Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day. These acts of kindness were made possible by the continued support of our community. We also listen carefully to what families tell us they need. Around half our families are on low wages; the rest rely on benefits, with many facing deeply distressing circumstances. This year, headteachers, GPs, and local organisations referred more families to us than ever before. We also began fundraising to support those with no recourse to public funds. In 2024, SFinMP went beyond food. After learning from a local school that pupils had no library, we raised £10,000 to create one. It’s now a quiet space where parents, carers and children can read, borrow books, and spend time together. This was directly inspired by findings from the 2023 #BeeWell survey of 63,000 young people, who told us they wanted a library nearby - not one two or three bus rides away. We’re proud of what’s been achieved - but even prouder of the community that makes it possible.

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Section E Financial review

Brief statement of the

charity’s policy on reserves

We work on the basis that we need £5000 to operate in any one year. This provides monies for us to support up to those in extreme hardship. We also have some good progress with our reserves, which at the end of 31[st] December 2024 were £30946.60. Again at the end of 2024, £10,000 has been retained subject to our procurement and dispersal capabilities.

Details of any funds materially in deficit

SFinMP has no funds that are materially in deficit.

Further financial review details (Optional information)

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about:

Our principal sources of funding in the past year have come from the Manchester Guardian Charitable Trust, Salford CVS and the NHS through Salford CVS.

We also received donations from Dr Enid Noronha and cake money from her National Garden Society June event. also from the local Rotary Club.

All of the money raised in this reporting year has been devoted to the creation of a food distribution hub, from which families and individuals in need can collect food bags (chilled food, fresh fruit and vegetables and also ambient food)

Section F Other optional information

A Word About Julie Larkinson – and Our Wider Community Support

We are proud to celebrate Julie Larkinson, who was recently named City of Salford Volunteer of the Year. Julie has used this recognition to shine a light on the work of the Salford Families in Need Meals Project (SFinMP), drawing in new supporters and raising awareness of the families we serve. Her commitment and visibility have helped us reach more people than ever before.

Our work is also strengthened by the unwavering support of key public figures. Baroness Barbara Keeley, former MP for Worsley and Eccles South, Rebecca Long Bailey MP for Salford and Eccles, and Michael Wheeler MP, who succeeded Barbara, have all lent their voice and presence to our efforts. They attend our meetings and/or events, advocate for our cause, and continue to be valued champions of our mission. We are especially grateful to the headteacher of Barton Moss Primary School and the Prestolee Trust, who kindly provide access to the school premises each week. Without this generosity, our food hub could not operate.

Our Impact This Year

We operate a single, well-managed charity bank account for SFinMP. Our most recent financial year reflected an expanding scope of support, including:

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We ended the financial year with a healthy bank balance and a continued commitment to sustainability. A further £10,000 has been set aside to meet obligations to The Bread and Butter Thing, if called upon, and subject to our procurement and dispersal capabilities, ensuring we can continue supplying food to those in need.

Our accounts were independently reviewed by Mr. Michael Brocklehurst, a retired financial accounts and audit manager, who humbly describes himself as QBE, ensuring full transparency and accountability.

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) Thomas Marsden Full name(s) Dr Antony Edkins Position (e.g., Secretary, Chair, Chair Trustee etc) Date 19/04/2025

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