## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period**
**From Period start date 01/08/2022 To Period end date 31/07/2023**
**Charity name: Multination Church London Charity registration number: 1196027**
## **Objectives and Activities**
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|Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document|Para 1.17|Religious organisation.|
|Summary of the main
activities in relation to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or services
identified in the accounts.|Para 1.17 and 1.19|The organisation's main activities is
provided to edify and an improving effect
upon the members of the community who
attend. The services allow the members of
the public to be spiritually enlightened and
emotionally refreshed. This can be seen
through:
Attendants receive the encouragement of
harmony.
• Attendants benefit from mutual instruction,
encouragement and correction.
• Attendants gain opportunities for joy,
mutual comfort, unity, encouragement and
peace.
• Attendants receive God-given
opportunities to develop patience.
• Attendants become aware of God-given
opportunities to grow in kindness and
forgiving others.
• Attendants receive mutual encouragement
and growth that comes from corporate
worship before God The success of the
church’s activities is evaluated by regular
meetings of the leadership of the
Church ,having discussions on how to
constantly improve the church activities to
benefit all beneficiaries. Beneficiaries are
also encouraged through their testimonies.
For example due to the current pandemic
we had to adjust the way services and
support are been delivered by doing all
services online. We also had to respond to
our beneficiaries need by looking for ways
to support them in terms of extra
encouragements and emotional support.
Safeguarding
• The organisation has a safeguarding policy
in place which covers the duty on trustees
for the protection of beneficiaries, staff,
volunteers and others coming into contact
with the organisation.
• They will ensure that all trustees, pastors,
volunteers and beneficiaries will be aware
of our safeguarding protection policy. They
have put in place appropriate policies and
procedures, which enable us, check that
people are suitable for the roles and
responsibility given. All trustees, pastors
and volunteers will undergo a safeguarding
training which will be renewed annually.
• The organisation also have a clear system
for referring or reporting to relevant
organisations as soon as we suspect or
identify concerns.
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~~The organisation is committed to pro iding~~
|Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit|Para 1.18|The trustees of Multination Church London
confirm that they have had due regard to the
Charity Commission's guidance on public
benefit when making decisions related to the
charity’s activities and operations throughout
the financial year.
The church has ensured that all of its
charitable activities, including religious
services, community outreach programs,
and charitable giving, are aimed at fulfilling
the charitable purposes for the public benefit
as defined by the Charity Commission.|
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## **Additional information (optional)**
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||SORP reference||
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|Policy on grant making|Para 1.38|The trustees of Multination Church London
are in the process of developing a formal
policy on grant making to ensure that any
future grants align with the charity's
objectives and the public benefit. Although
the policy is not yet finaliSed, the trustees
are committed to ensuring that any grants
made during the financial year are done so
with due care, consideration, and alignment
with the church’s charitable purposes.
The trustees will continue working on this
policy and aim to have it fully implemented in
the upcoming financial year.|
|Policy on social investment
including program related
investment|Para 1.38|**N/A**|
|Contribution made by
volunteers|Para 1.38|**Via Donations and gifts.**|
|Other|||
## **Achievements and Performance**
SORP reference
|Summary of the main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity’s work has made to
the circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benefits to society as a
whole.|Para 1.20|Throughout the year, our church has made
significant strides in fulfilling its mission of
worship, spiritual growth, and community
support. Key accomplishments include:
**•**
**Vibrant Worship and Fellowship**:
Regular Sunday services provided an
inclusive environment for worship,
prayer, and community connection.
**•**
**Bible Training and Spiritual**
**Development**: Programs such as
Bible study groups, seminars, and
discipleship training deepened
participants' faith.
**•**
**Family and Marriage Support**:
Initiatives like pre-marital counselling
and marriage workshops helped
strengthen families and relationships.
**•**
**Parenthood Assistance**: Parenting
classes and counselling provided
faith-based guidance for parents.
**•**
**Children's Musical Development**: A
children's music program fostered
musical talents and enriched worship.
**•**
**Biblical Teachings**: Consistent
Christian teachings empowered
members to live out their faith.
These efforts reflect the church’s dedication
to spiritual growth and community well-
being.|
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## **Additional information (optional)**
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|Achievements against
objectives set|Para 1.41|Although financial constraints required the
church to adjust and prioritise activities, the
objectives were largely met. The church
adapted by focusing on its most impactful
programs, ensuring that the community's
spiritual needs were addressed, even during
challenging times.|
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|Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set|Para 1.41|The church experienced a decrease in
donations during the year, primarily due to
several members facing job insecurities and
financial setbacks. While this affected the
overall income, the church adapted by
prioritising essential activities and carefully
managing resources. Despite the reduction
in donations, the church continued to fulfil its
mission through prudent financial
stewardship and the unwavering support of
its congregation. The trustees are
committed to addressing this challenge by
exploring additional fundraising
opportunities and supporting the
congregation during these difficult times.|
||Investment performance
against objectives
Para 1.41
The trustees focused on protecting
capital rather than seeking high returns,
aiming to preserve resources for future
use.
Other|
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## **Financial Review**
|**Financial Review**|||
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|Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period|Para 1.21|At the end of the financial period, the charity
maintained a financially stable position,
ensuring that all income received was
applied solely towards advancing its
charitable objectives, in line with Clause 5
of the constitution. The trustees confirm that
no income or property of the CIO was
distributed to members or used for private
benefit, except where expressly permitted
by the governing document (e.g.,
reimbursement of reasonable expenses).
The charity has complied with its obligations
to maintain proper accounting records and
submit annual accounts and reports to the
Charity Commission within the required
timeframes, as outlined in Clause 25. The
trustees continue to review income and
expenditure regularly to ensure ongoing
financial sustainability and effective
stewardship of funds.|
|Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|Para 1.22|The charity’s policy is to maintain a level of
reserves sufficient to ensure that it can
continue to meet its ongoing obligations and
deliver its charitable activities in the event of
unforeseen financial difficulties or delays in
income.
Reserves are held to:
•
Provide financial stability and ensure
operational continuity
•
Enable the charity to respond to
unexpected costs or shortfalls in
income
•
Support planned future growth and
development of the charity’s
objectives
The trustees regularly review the level of
reserves in line with the charity’s risk profile,
expected income, and planned expenditure,
and adjust the reserves policy as needed to
ensure it remains appropriate and prudent.|
|Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|At the end of the reporting period, the
charity held no financial reserves.
The trustees acknowledge the importance
of building an appropriate level of reserves
to support the sustainability of the charity
and are committed to developing a reserves
policy and financial plan to build reserves in
future periods, as resources allow.|
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|Reasons for holding zero
reserves|Para 1.22|The charity held zero reserves at the end of
the financial period due to limited income
and resources during its initial stages of
operation. All funds received were used
directly to support the charity’s objectives
and day-to-day activities.
The trustees considered it appropriate to
prioritise the delivery of core charitable
services during this period, while continuing
to work towards generating sufficient
income in future years to establish and
maintain a prudent level of reserves.|
|Details of fund materially in
deficit|Para 1.24|At the end of the reporting period, no funds
were materially in deficit. The charity
operated within its available income and did
not commit to expenditure beyond its
financial capacity.|
|Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern|Para 1.23|The trustees have assessed the charity’s
financial position and believe there are
currently no material uncertainties that cast
significant doubt on the charity’s ability to
continue as a going concern.
While the charity held no reserves at the
end of the period, the trustees are actively
working to strengthen income streams,
manage costs effectively, and develop a
sustainable financial plan. The trustees
remain confident that the charity will
continue to operate and fulfil its objectives
for the foreseeable future.|
## **Additional information (optional)**
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Members donation The charity’s principal sources of funds (including Para 1.47 any fundraising)
||Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted
Para 1.46
A description of the principal
risks facing the charity
Para 1.46
Other|
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## **Structure, Governance and Management**
|Description of charity’s trusts:|||
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|Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25|**Trust**|
|How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)|Para 1.25|The charity is constituted as a Charitable
Incorporated Organisation (CIO). It operates
under a foundation model where the only
voting members are its charity trustees, as
set out in its constitution dated 28th
September 2021.|
|Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees|Para 1.25|Apart from the first charity trustees (named
in the constitution), every subsequent trustee
is:
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Appointed for a term if three years.
- Selected by resolution at a properly
convened meeting of the charity trustees.
When selecting new trustees, existing
trustees must be considered by their skills,
knowledge, and experience needed for the
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|~~effective administration of the CIO~~|||
## **Additional information (optional)**
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|Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction
and training of trustees|Para 1.51||
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|The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works|Para 1.51||
|Relationship with any related
parties|Para 1.51||
|Other|||
## **Reference and Administrative details**
|Charity name|Multination Church London|
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|Other name the charity uses||
||Registered charity number
**1196027**
Charity’s principal address
Flat 3, 129 The Vale
London
NW11 8TL|
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**Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity**
||**Trustee name**|**Office (if any)**|**Dates acted if not for**
**whole year**|**Name of person (or body)**
**entitled to appoint trustee**
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20|Gabriel Nunes|Chair||~~**(if any)**~~|
||Wagner
~~Cti~~|Trustee
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Corporate trustees – names of the directors at the date the report was approved
## **Director name**
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name
Dates acted rf not for whole year
## **Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others**
|Description of the assets
held in this capacity|Zero|
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|Name and objects of the
charity on whose behalf the
assets are held and how this
falls within the custodian
charity’s objects|N/A|
|Details of arrangements for
safe custody and
segregation of such assets
from the charity’s own assets||
## **Additional information (optional)**
## **Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)**
**Type of Name Address adviser**
**Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional** ~~**information)**~~
## **Exemptions from disclosure**
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
## **Other optional information**
**Declarations**
**The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.**
**Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees**
**Signature(s) Full name(s)** WAGNER CONSTANCIO GABRIEL NUNES
**Position (eg** TRUSTEE CHAIR **Secretary, Chair, etc)**
**Date** 14/04/2023