Registered Charity Numbor 1196T73 Report of the Trustèes and Unau(Fited Flnanclal Statgments for the Perlod Ended 31 Mareh 2024 For Support2achleve {ClO) Support2achleve {ClO) Contents Page Twstees and other information Trustees report 2-10 Independent Examinels roport 11 Stslement of comprehensive income 12 Statement of financial Posbtion 13 Statement of changes in equty 14 Statement of cash flows 15 N(A8s lo the financial statements 16 Support2achievo ICIOI Trustee and other infom)ation Trustees Fouad Saleh Rikan Nagi Yu55uf Ali Abdl Osman Charity number 1196773 Principal office 72-76 Clun Street Sheffield Independent Examiner Asad Rajabali, ACA ICAEW Re8 No. 2846676 Amafhh & Co 44-45 Calthorpe Road Edgbaston Birmingham B15 ITH Support2achleve {ClOI Year ended 31 March 2024 The trustees present their report and the financial statements of the company forthe year ended 31 March 2024 Trustees The trustees who Served during the year were as follows.. Fouad Saleh Rikan Nagi Yussuf Ali Abdi Osman Obleets and activities ofthe Charity The purposes of the Charity as set out in its gvrferning document. Our charitable objects are: l. To promote social inclusion for the public benefit by: Preventing people from becominB socially excluded, relieving the needs of those people who are socially secluded and a5Sistin8 them to integrate into society. For the purpose of this clause'socially excluded, means being excluded from sOc￿ty, or parts of society, as a resutt of one of more of the following factors: unemployment; financlal hardship: youth or old age: ill health {physical or fflentall.. substance abuse or dependency including alcohol and drug5,' discrimination on the grounds of sex. race. disability, ethnic origin, religion, belief, creed, sexual orientation or gender re-asslgnment,. poor educational or skills attainment,- relationship and family breakdown- poor housing Ithat is housing that does not meet bask habitable standards; crime (either as a victim of crime or a5 on offender rehabilitating into societyl. 2. To advance. for the public benefit, the education (including social and physical training) of children from socially disadvantaged communities in England, in such ways as the charf(y trustees think fit, including by: Providing financial support and asslstance to access supplementary educational 5eNices and learning programmes, for example, by payment of tuitson fees and travel costs. Providing educational resources and learning equipment, for example, books, 5tationery* laptOP5 and computers. Provision of information and advice relating to education and learning. The main activlties undertaken in relation to those purpose5 durin8 the Per￿1. The maln activltles undertaken during the period were to further the Charity's purpose for the public benefit. Support2achieve ICIOI All our activities are carried out in support of our chaiitable objectrves. Our primary focus is to assist people in transitioning to independent livlng. We collaborate with trusted providers working with people in supported housing to deliver our services. It is cent￿1 to our ethos and charitable status that we promote and campaign for the wider public benefit of our beneficiaries regardin8 equality aftd citizerkship. We have taken into account the guidance in the Charity Commission's general guidance on Public Benefit when reviewing our aims and objertives and in planning our future activitr"es. In particular, the Trustee5 consider how planned activities will contribute to their aim5 and objectives. Strategles for 2023-24 OursUPPOrtwork.. Enter into and maintain Service Level AS￿eMents With ethical organisations that wlll effecttvely use our funds. Identify organisations with approprlate experience and values that can also help identify potential people in need whom we can support. Monitor and review seNice level ag￿eMentS to ensure they meet current requirements, such as changing government poliry and economic conditions. Monitor the performance of partner organisations. Supporting disadvantaged children.. Expanding horizons by funding trips during school holidays Providing grants to help young people with their education, such a5 after-school club5- this support was halted in july 2023 as the provision of after-school club5 ceased. Developing Support2achSeve'. Continue approaching contscts to attract donation5 to the Charity as we build our reputation. Continue to use the consultant to produce business plan and governance documents, such as policies and procedures. Gather data on the impact of the Charity. As a board of trustees, we are focused on establishing a strong foundation through policies and procedures, while effectively tracking our impact to attract more funding. What we have done Support for indivlduals At the core of our work Is the commitment to support individuals excluded from society. We collaborate with Green Brldge Housing, which manage5 the support workers necessary for this initiative. We have established a service-level agreement with them to ensure the provlsion of adequate support. After conducting an initial needs assessment, we develop a tailored support plan that Includes a variety of activities aimed at helping individuals progress and engage with malnstream society. Our ulhmate goal is to assist people in moving into independent housing while also encouraging their involvement in full-time education or employment. For those who are ready, we focus on enhancing their employability by assisting with CV writing, Identifylng any nece55arv training, and providing support in their job search. Support2achieve {ClOI Initially, however. our primary aim is to help individuals avoid homelessness and address their complex challenges, such as mental or physical health issues, as well as soclal difficulties like drug addiction or a criminal background. To achieve this, we offer activities and support designed to help them stay drug-free and ￿dllce the risk of ￿offending. For most individuals, our support begins with addressing baslc needs. We 3551st them registering with a GP and accompany them to the practice so they can familiarise themselves with the location and gain confidence in attending appointments. We also help them understand public tfansportation and navigate to vaTiOUS destinations. Many of the individuals we support are refugees Wtth limited or no English skills, so we assist them in accessing ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) training. Our support work includes helping some of the most challenged individuals gain confidence in Social or official situations. As they develop their skills, we aim to help them broaden their horizons and instil a belief in their potential to succeed. We have supported a refugee who has experienced 518niftcant trauma and has PTSD and long-standing mental health issue5. As a result. he struggle5 to cope in shared accommodation. Initially, he had difficulty managing his bills, $0 we advocated for him to obtain a debt relief order. As5istin8 him with his debt issues helped him regain control over his finances and begin to pay off his debts. We have also helped him develop the skills necessary for independent living. To prepare individuals for independent living. we work with them on budgeting and money management. Many do not undefstand credit cards and interest, which can lead to debt. Additionally, we have increased our focus on protecting people from online scams. In Sheffield, as individuals progress. we help them register with the Sheffield Cty Council Property Shop, enabling them to secure their homes. Our support workers closely track the progre55 of those we assist by implementing personalised support plans based on their needs. Thi5 process includes weekty meetings that foster trust and allow individuals to share their concerns. Many find these meetings a vital opportunity to communicate with someone they can trust. Our assistance is tailored to meet the indiviijual needs of those we support. For instance, one person unfortunate suffered a signwficant brain injury after being hit by a car. This injury led to dangerous behaviour, as he became less inhibited,. for example, he set fire to paper in his kitchen, not realising the danger involved. Despite having been in the hospital, he did not receive any follow-up 5UPPOrt for his brain injury. In fesponse, the support worker worked very hard to secure the appropriate referra15 for a5Si5tance. As a result, he has now moved into a fully adapted bungalow wf(h the SUPPOrt he requires. This process took considerable effort and has transformed this indtvidual's life. We encourage and support individuals in pursuing their hobbies and interests, particularly in sports, while also ¢onsi(lerin8 how these activttres can help with gaining employment. For example, one person who had been a semi-pro boxer is now enrolled in a security course to enhance his job prospects. We also promote entrepreneurial endeavours,. one indivldual we supported has started a cleaning business, and Greenbridge, our partner in providing support, ha5 become one of his first clients. We offer extensive support, encouragement, opportunities to practise essential skills. such as English. Our strate6y focuses on building confidence and helping individuals achieve their goals more quickly. A powerful example of thi5 Support2achleve (CIO) approach is a refugee who. despite facing challenges with mental health and limited English profic￿ncy, gained the confidence and skills necessary to secure a job in London with our support. We encourage and support the people we work wrth to get involved in their local communities, including caring for the environment through activthes such as litter picking. Specifically. we work in the following ways and have supported 1533 individuals and families during this period, using support worker5 to provide- Basic Therapeutic support Support to develop independent living skills Enhanced Mental Health support, including access to mental health service5 and attending appointments Health & Wellbeing support Advocacy support Support for refugees Comp￿trng family reunion appllcations Employing Educational and Vocational Training Staff to provide- ESOL Maths. Engllsh & Literacy IT. Citizenship Studies Identifying wider support need5 and si8npostin8 to other setvices and specialist trainin8 Multi-agency working, including probation, social services, police and mental health Move on support, including liaising with local authorities for individuals who are being reunited with their families and need accommodation Training for refugees wanting to get a UK-recognised qualrfication so they can restart the career that they had in the country they left Providing financial assistance and support to access.. Specialist services, e.g. drug & alcohol rehabilitation, legal service5, mediation services Payment of fees for tuition services and leaming programmes, Including Advanced/further education, e.8. college and unNersity foundation courses Payment of travel costs incurred in the furtherance of education and learning Provision of learning resources and equipment such as books, laptops and stationery Provision of Information and advice relating to education and learning, and support for disadvantaged children and young people Support for young people We have provided over 1,650 grants to help young people with their education. funding transport and sometimes fees to after-school clubs and buying tablets and computers to help with schoolwork. People apply. and are assessed based on: The 8rant will be used to support education and will offer a clear beneftt to the recipient The application shows value for money There is a clear fi"nanciaVsocial need Two referees support the application. Support2achieve ICIOI We also provided two summer trips for disadvantaged children accessing additional educational support, l)oth as a reward for their hard work and to inspire them by broadening their horizons. The trustees have had regard to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit in managing the activities of the Charity. The 5hort-terni and longer-term alms and objertlves. Our vision is to develop and deliver seNices centred on the needs of the people who use them, services that provide 501utions and a positive way forward to a better life. We focus on outcomes, impact and achieving a good Social Return on Investment. Our mission is to support people in living fulfilling lives and becoming part of mainstream society wtth jobs and successful familie5 living independently. To tackle social exclusion by creating opportunities for vulnerdble and disadvantaged people. Our activlt5es and Impart Short-temi airns and objectlves For the people we support- Supporting more disadvantaged people into work Helping people survive the cost-of-livlnE crisis Helping people to live healthier lives Our maln objectives forthe Charity are to ensure the following= Attracting funding to support the Charity to achieve tts objectives Establishing partnerships with organisation5 that can provide support & activities for the people we support & fund 511PPOrt for people in need Lon8er-term aims and oblectlves For the people we support- IMpr￿ing access to IT to help get people into work by improving their abiltly to search and apply forjob opportunikn"es, and theii IT skills Using cookery classe5 to build the ability to use lower-cost food, confidence, and develop skllls which will help in the workplace Using eating together to encourage a supportive environment in shared housing by Supplying slow cookers Addressing the cost of living crisis by providing a(￿sS to low