REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1195197
Report of the Trustees and Unaudited Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
for
Telford and Wrekin Interfaith Council
Wesley Pemberton LLP 84a Lancaster Road Enfield Middlesex EN2 0BX
Telford and Wrekin Interfaith Council
Contents of the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
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| Report of the Trustees | 1 | to | 3 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 4 | ||
| Balance Sheet | 5 | ||
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 6 | to | 9 |
| Detailed Statement of Financial Activities | 10 |
Telford and Wrekin Interfaith Council
Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 May 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectives and aims
The aim of to CIO is to help eradicate inequalities within our community, and to promote diversity and inclusion within the Borough of Telford and Wrekin, and to ensure that Unity stays within our Community.
To achieve this our objectives are:
- The promotion of equality and diversity for the public benefit by:
a) the elimination of discrimination on the grounds of race, gender, disability, sexual
orientation or religion;
b) advancing education and raising awareness in equality and diversity;
c) promoting activities to foster understanding between people from diverse backgrounds;
d) cultivating a sentiment in favour of equality and diversity.
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The promotion of racial and religious harmony for the benefit of the public by promoting communication and good relations between persons of different races and faiths and promoting knowledge and mutual understanding and respect of the beliefs and practices of different religious faiths.
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The relief of people who are in need by reason of their age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or social circumstances in such ways and by such means as the trustees shall determine.
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governing document
The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust and constitutes an unincorporated charity.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Charity number
1195197
Principal address
19 New Street Wellington Telford Shropshire TF1 1LU
Trustees
Cllr R Mehta Ms J Ward Ms R Dhatt Mr K Dass
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Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
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Main Activities
During the past 12 months we have been able to continue to support the local communities in resolving issues relating to cultural differences and misunderstandings, and bringing people together to help those in need irrespective of their backgrounds. Our membership has grown to over forty Faith, Cultural, and Community Groups, who have the same goal of continuing our efforts of keeping 'Unity' with the 'Community'.
Below is a summary of our major activities during these past 12 months:
Building Purchase of 19 New Street
After many years of renting out the property in Wellington, we have been able to purchase the building. This means that we can be secure in delivering much needed services to our local community for many years to come. Over the years we have received a number of grants that have helped us transform the building from a commercial shoe shop to a fully functioning community hub. The community hub is utilised by many community groups and organisations, and is also a designated 'Safe Space' for vulnerable people. We also provide shower facilities to the homeless community, working with many other amazing organisations to help those in the greatest of need. Most of our activities below are run from our Community Hub, and will now continue into the future.
Out of Hours Emergency Food Service
During the past year we continues to provide Emergency Food Parcels to families and individuals in need. These continue to be a mix of collections and deliveries. Our on-going grant from Telford and Wrekin Council allowed us to continue our Out of Hours service,
We have also received donations of food and goods from multiple donors which have helped us support over 10,000 residents within the Telford and Wrekin Borough.
During this past 12 months we have delivered the following: 8,866 Emergency Food Parcels distributed 132,990 meals provided
Community Engagement
During the previous 12 months, we have had the pleasure of working with many groups to help bring diversity and inclusion to all members of the community.
We work with organisations such as the NHS and local authorities to bring different projects into the local town, including Blood Pressure Monitoring, Vaccines, CAB, and other services.
We have been able to go into local primary and secondary Schools during the past 12 months to deliver Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion workshops to over 1,000 students, to help them to better understand the diverse world around them.
We were also able to hold several events in collaboration with organisations such as the Telford and Wrekin Council (putting on a Carnival Event) as well as the RAF Museum in Cosford (Diversity event). Both events were extremely successful with thousands of visitors to both events.
Budgeting and Cooking Courses
During the financial year we received funding to deliver a budgeting and cooking courses to help families and individuals better manage their finances and learn how to cook on a budget.. We opened up our Community Hub to residents around the borough who were struggling with debt, money management or lack of cooking skills.
We also worked with a local organisation working with young people who fit into the NEET category. This collaboration meant that we could help young people gain these skills early, therefore helping to prevent future issues.
Interfaith Santa
With the support of the Telford and Wrekin Council, Balfour Beatty, and many volunteers we were able to deliver our Mobile Santa Grotto to the streets of Telford and Wrekin during the weeks leading up to Christmas.
This is now the fourth year that we have been able to bring our Interfaith Father Christmas to the children of the Borough. Overall, it is estimated that 2,000+ children experienced the Mobile Grotto during Dec 2023. We also delivered over 1,000 Selection Boxes to vulnerable children during that time.
We were able to provided over 300 presents to children who would otherwise not receive very much or anything at all due to financial uncertainty that is affecting many families across the borough.
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Christmas Day Meals
On Christmas Day 2023, we prepared and delivered hot Christmas meals to over 200 vulnerable adults, many of whom were placed in homeless shelters around the Telford and Wrekin Borough, as well as elderly individuals,couples, and families who were struggling. We were also able to hold a sit-down meal at our community Hub for those who wanted some company on the day. We provided additional treats to add an extra smile to those we served.
Over 50 volunteers from the many communities that make up the T&W Interfaith Council gave up their time on Christmas day to help prepare, serve, and deliver Christmas meals.
It was again a truly 'Interfaith Christmas', where all came together to serve those in the greatest need.
Easter Egg Project
During Easter 2024 the Board of Trustees, with support from our volunteers wanted to continue the Easter Egg Project to support the local community, including vulnerable families and individuals.
As a result of public support and donations, we were able to deliver over 500 Easter Eggs to vulnerable individuals and families across the borough.
Our Easter Smile campaign has been a great success for the fourth year running. The smiles on each child's face is the reason why our volunteers love this project.
Finance: Funding, Donation and Grants
Funding and donations for 23/24 financial year have been received from several sources, including: -Telford and Wrekin Council
-National Grid -Sainsburys Neighbourly Foundation -TNL Community Fund -Shropshire Community Foundation -Local Parish and Ward Councils -Smithfields -Plus, donations from so many wonderful individuals
Approved by order of the board of trustees on ..26th March 2025...and signed on its behalf by:
Cllr R Mehta - Trustee
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Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
| 31.5.24 Unrestricted fund Notes £ INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 206,297 Other trading activities 2 3,633 Total 209,930 EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 3 94,932 Other 65,763 Total 160,695 NET INCOME 49,235 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 241,449 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 290,684 |
31.5.23 Total funds £ 249,804 3,792 253,596 90,482 78,594 169,076 84,520 156,929 241,449 |
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The notes form part of these financial statements
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Balance Sheet
31 May 2024
| 31.5.24 Unrestricted fund Notes £ FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 6 264,481 CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank and in hand 26,203 NET CURRENT ASSETS 26,203 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 290,684 NET ASSETS 290,684 FUNDS 7 Unrestricted funds 290,684 TOTAL FUNDS 290,684 |
31.5.23 Total funds £ 37,748 203,701 203,701 241,449 241,449 241,449 241,449 |
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The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 26th March 2025 and were signed on its behalf by:
R Mehta - Trustee
The notes form part of these financial statements
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Telford and Wrekin Interfaith Council
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of preparing the financial statements
The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
Income
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
Expenditure
Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.
Taxation
The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.
Hire purchase and leasing commitments
Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities on a straight line basis over the period of the lease.
2. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES
| OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES | ||
|---|---|---|
| 31.5.24 | 31.5.23 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Other revenue | 2,300 | 3,785 |
| Interest income | 1,333 | 7 |
| 3,633 | 3,792 | |
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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued
for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
3. RAISING FUNDS
Raising donations and legacies
| Raising donations and legacies | ||
|---|---|---|
| 31.5.24 | 31.5.23 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Support costs | 94,932 | 90,482 |
4. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 May 2024 nor for the year ended 31 May 2023.
Trustees' expenses
There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 May 2024 nor for the year ended 31 May 2023.
5. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
| INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM | Unrestricted fund £ |
|---|---|
| Donations and legacies | 249,804 |
| Other trading activities | 3,792 |
| Total | 253,596 |
| EXPENDITURE ON | |
| Raising funds | 90,482 |
| Other | 78,594 |
| Total | 169,076 |
| NET INCOME | 84,520 |
| RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS | |
| Total funds brought forward | 156,929 |
| TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD | 241,449 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
6. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
| COST At 1 June 2023 Additions At 31 May 2024 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 May 2024 At 31 May 2023 7. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Unrestricted funds General fund TOTAL FUNDS Net movement in funds, included in the above are a Unrestricted funds General fund TOTAL FUNDS Comparatives for movement in funds Unrestricted funds General fund TOTAL FUNDS |
Freehold property £ - 226,733 226,733 226,733 - s follows: |
Motor vehicles £ 34,000 - 34,000 34,000 34,000 At 1.6.23 £ 241,449 241,449 Incoming resources £ 209,930 209,930 At 1.6.22 £ 156,929 156,929 |
Computer equipment Totals £ £ 3,748 37,748 - 226,733 3,748 264,481 3,748 264,481 3,748 37,748 Net movement At in funds 31.5.24 £ £ 49,235 290,684 49,235 290,684 Resources Movement expended in funds £ £ (160,695) 49,235 (160,695) 49,235 Net movement At in funds 31.5.23 £ £ 84,520 241,449 84,520 241,449 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued
for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
7. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued
Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
| Unrestricted funds General fund TOTAL FUNDS |
Incoming resources £ 253,596 253,596 |
Resources Movement expended in funds £ £ (169,076) 84,520 (169,076) 84,520 |
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A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows:
| Unrestricted funds General fund TOTAL FUNDS |
At 1.6.22 £ 156,929 156,929 |
Net movement in funds £ 133,755 133,755 |
At 31.5.24 £ 290,684 290,684 |
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A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
| Unrestricted funds General fund TOTAL FUNDS |
Incoming resources £ 463,526 463,526 |
Resources Movement expended in funds £ £ (329,771) 133,755 (329,771) 133,755 |
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8. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 May 2024.
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Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 May 2024
| Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 May 2024 |
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|---|---|---|
| 31.5.24 | 31.5.23 | |
| £ | £ | |
| INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS | ||
| Donations and legacies | ||
| Donations | 53,623 | 64,717 |
| Grants | 120,921 | 166,992 |
| Hire cost | 31,753 | 18,095 |
| Other trading activities | 206,297 | 249,804 |
| Other revenue | 2,300 | 3,785 |
| Interest income | 1,333 | 7 |
| 3,633 | 3,792 | |
| Total incoming resources | 209,930 | 253,596 |
| EXPENDITURE | ||
| Other | ||
| Charitable activities | 63,188 | 76,495 |
| Light & heat | 2,575 | 2,099 |
| Support costs | 65,763 | 78,594 |
| Management | ||
| Rent | 11,565 | 14,070 |
| Insurance | 1,062 | 798 |
| Motor expenses | 5,547 | 5,478 |
| Telephone | 377 | 2,961 |
| Postage and stationery | 6,257 | 3,746 |
| Advertising | 199 | 1,038 |
| Repairs & maintenance | 52,669 | 46,178 |
| Pointguard Consultancy | 14,134 | 14,075 |
| Finance | 91,810 | 88,344 |
| Bank charges | 25 | 35 |
| Information technology | ||
| Computer costs | 3,097 | 2,103 |
| Total resources expended | 160,695 | 169,076 |
| Net income | 49,235 | 84,520 |
This page does not form part of the statutory financial statements
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