Trustees’ Annual Report For The Period 11.03.2023-11.3.2024
Greyhounds, Golden Oldies & Friends Animal Sanctuary
Registered Charity Number 1194497
OBJECTIVES & ACTIVITIES
Our objectives remain the same. For the benefit of the public to relieve the suffering of primarily, but not exclusively, elderly dogs, goats, sheep and ponies, in the Midlands, that have been abused, neglected or mistreated, by providing and maintaining a sanctuary for their reception, care and treatment.
To promote humane behaviour towards animals, by raising public awareness in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general and the prevention of cruelty and suffering among animals.
The trustees have many years of experience in rescuing and caring for animals, within a sanctuary. Veterinary care is provided by local veterinarians with particular expertise in the animals the sanctuary cares for and the practices not only provides veterinary care, but also ongoing advice and professional support to the charity. The charity welcomes all volunteers, but its animal welfare policy has specific requirements, to ensure both people and animals are kept safe, and provides initial induction, and on-the-job training and ongoing
supervision.
The main aim of the charity is to ensure that the animals taken in are given the best possible treatment and are kept in the best possible accommodation suitable to that particular species of animal so that whatever the type of animal, dog, goat, sheep, pony, the needs, comfort, care and wellbeing of that animal are met and indeed exceeded. The contentment
The charity has a small band of experienced volunteers who fully understand the needs of the rescued animals in it’s care. They help with day to day tasks such as feeding the animals and keeping the barns and paddocks clean and maintained to a high standard. The charity has welcomed volunteers taking part in The Duke of Edinburgh Awards and actively encourages the young volunteers who are suitably supervised. They are encouraged to interact with the animals as well as taking part in the more mundane tasks like ‘mucking out’.
VOLUNTEERS.
We are pleased to report that we have a small number of dedicated volunteers who strive,
ACHIEVEMENTS.
GOAT PEN ROOF.
As planned, all sections of the sky lights in the Goat Pen roof, have been replaced and other areas where deterioration had occurred has been made good.
DIVIDING GATES IN THE MAIN BARN.
The ponies and sheep share a very large Barn. The metal dividers, which gave the sheep an
area that the ponies do not have access to which enables the sheep to have their own feeding area, have now, as planned. been replaced. These new ‘half gates’ allow the sheep to get under but the ponies cannot. These are opening gates to allow the Barn to be cleaned out with ease.
Several wooden gate posts have now been replaced ensuring the ongoing safety of the animals in our care.
FUNDRAISING EVENTS.
More fundraising events have been held here at the Sanctuary, including Afternoon Tea’s and a Christmas Carol Supper which have proved successful and very popular.
GOING FORWARD
GATE POSTS AND NEW GATEWAYS. Lots of the gate posts are becoming rotted and also new gateways need to be created to allow better access in various areas to make cleaning out easier for helpers and volunteers.
FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES. We aim to continue to do more fundraising events here at the Sanctuary and bring in new
VOLUNTEERS & FUNDRAISERS.
We still strive to increase volunteer numbers through events such as our main Open Day which we hope will lead to more people willing to fundraise for the charity.
COMMUNITY GROUPS.
Our aim is to encourage more community groups to visit i.e. WI Organisations, School Groups, equally to raise funds for the charity and also to raise awareness of how to properly care for animals especially amongst the young. We need better facilities to enable us to
OUR ETHOS.
This remains the same, to help as many unwanted, ill treated animals as possible whilst maintaining and not compromising on our very high welfare standards and to give the animals that come our way happy, contented, tranquil lives free from fear and neglect. Also, through education where possible, raise awareness of the needs and correct care of all animals. On a final note, everyone’s time is given freely at the sanctuary for all day to day activities such as feeding, cleaning out, vet trips and all the other activities that are needed to give all the ‘residents’ at the sanctuary the best possible care, comfort, love and attention. We go to great lengths to ensure that the animals, where needed, are rehabilitated with however much time, patience and understanding is necessary to give them the quality of life that they all deserve and to make sure that this is maintained for the remainder of their lives.
Company registration number: CE025590 Charity registration number: 1194497
Greyhounds, Golden Oldies & Friends Animal Sanctuary
(A company limited by guarantee)
Annual Report and Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 11 March 2024
Greyhounds, Golden Oldies & Friends Animal Sanctuary
Contents
Statement of Financial Activities 1 Balance Sheet 2 Notes to the Financial Statements 3
Greyhounds, Golden Oldies & Friends Animal Sanctuary
Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 11 March 2024 (Including Income and Expenditure Account and Statement of Total Recognised Gains and Losses)
| Note Income and Endowments from: Donations and legacies Total income Expenditure on: Raising funds Charitable activities Total expenditure Net income Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward Note Income and Endowments from: Donations and legacies Total income Expenditure on: Raising funds Charitable activities Total expenditure Net expenditure Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
Unrestricted funds £ 17,492 17,492 (8,952) (3,955) (12,907) 4,585 4,585 44 4,629 Unrestricted funds £ 13,163 13,163 (7,948) (13,075) (21,023) (7,860) (7,860) 7,905 45 |
Total 2024 £ 17,492 |
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| 17,492 | ||
| (8,952) (3,955) |
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| (12,907) | ||
| 4,585 | ||
| 4,585 44 |
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| 4,629 | ||
| Total 2023 £ 13,163 |
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| 13,163 | ||
| (7,948) (13,075) |
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| (21,023) | ||
| (7,860) | ||
| (7,860) 7,905 |
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All of the charity's activities derive from continuing operations during the above two periods. The funds breakdown for 2023 is shown in note .
The notes on page 3 form an integral part of these financial statements. Page 1
Greyhounds, Golden Oldies & Friends Animal Sanctuary
(Registration number: CE025590) Balance Sheet as at 11 March 2024
| Note Fixed assets Tangible assets 1 Current assets Cash at bank and in hand 2 Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year 3 Net current liabilities Net assets Funds of the charity: Unrestricted income funds Unrestricted funds Total funds |
2024 £ 17,930 2,908 (16,209) (13,301) 4,629 4,629 4,629 |
2023 £ 15,002 1,372 (16,329) |
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| (14,957) | ||
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For the financial year ending 11 March 2024 the charity was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
Directors' responsibilities:
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The members have not required the charity to obtain an audit of its accounts for the year in question in accordance with section 476; and
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The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.
For the financial year ending 11 March 2024 the charity was entitled to exemption from audit under section 480 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to dormant companies.
Directors' responsibilities:
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The members have not required the charity to obtain an audit of its accounts for the year in question in accordance with section 476; and
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The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.
The financial statements on pages 1 to 3 were approved by the trustee, and authorised for issue on .................... and signed on their behalf by:
......................................... Miss D Bostock Trustee
The notes on page 3 form an integral part of these financial statements. Page 2
Greyhounds, Golden Oldies & Friends Animal Sanctuary
Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 11 March 2024
1 Tangible fixed assets
| Land and buildings £ Cost At 12 March 2023 9,002 Additions 2,928 At 11 March 2024 11,930 Depreciation At 11 March 2024 - Net book value At 11 March 2024 11,930 At 11 March 2023 9,002 2 Cash and cash equivalents Cash at bank 3 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Other creditors Accruals |
Furniture and equipment £ 1,500 - 1,500 - 1,500 1,500 |
Furniture and equipment £ 1,500 - 1,500 - 1,500 1,500 |
Motor vehicles £ 4,500 - 4,500 - 4,500 4,500 2024 £ 2,908 2024 £ 15,489 720 16,209 |
Motor vehicles £ 4,500 - 4,500 - 4,500 4,500 2024 £ 2,908 2024 £ 15,489 720 16,209 |
Total £ 15,002 2,928 17,930 - 17,930 15,002 2023 £ 1,372 |
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4,500 - |
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| 1,500 | 4,500 | ||||
| 1,500 | 4,500 | ||||
| 2024 £ 2,908 2024 £ 15,489 720 16,209 |
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| 2023 £ 15,489 840 |
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| 16,329 |
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