Charity number: 1196922 

## **Pointers In Need** 

## **UNAUDITED ACCOUNTS** 

**FOR THE 369 DAY PERIOD ENDED 31/08/2023** 



**FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE 369 DAY PERIOD ENDED 31/08/2023** 

## **TRUSTEES** 

M Jefford M E Strom K E Ringrose L Phipps 

**PRINCIPAL OFFICE** Suite 5A 30 Dean Street Bangor LL57 1UR 

**CHARITY NUMBER** 1196922 

**ACCOUNTANTS** Christian Phipps & Co Ltd Suite 5A 30 Dean Street Bangor LL57 1UR 



## **TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE 369 DAY PERIOD ENDED 31/08/2023** 

The trustees present their report and accounts for the period ended 31/08/2023. 

## **REPORT OF THE CHAIR** 

The Chair is satisfied that the Charity has continued to meet its objects during the period. 

## **OUR PURPOSE AND ACTIVITIES** 

The charity is concerned with rescuing, treating, rehabilitating and rehoming pointers in need and we rely on and our grateful to our community of volunteers, supporters and donors for their unwavering support in helping to achieve our purpose. 

Our volunteers and facilities enable us to rescue dogs and care for them in preparation for their eventual adoption. Partnerships established with local animal shelters and veterinary clinics enhance our ability to respond quickly to dogs in distress. Our adoption events, social media campaigns, and community outreach programmes play a significant role in finding forever homes with loving families. 

## **ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE** 

The year has seen increased numbers of dogs rescued, placed in foster care and eventually adopted. This was made possible due to the generosity of our supporters and is evident in the increased donations we received, rising from £1,067 in the previous year to £42,669 for the current year. Our annual charity day, auctions and online shop sales also raised extra funding and we are grateful to our staff and volunteers for their dedication. 

We have continued our community outreach efforts which focus on education about responsible pet ownership, the importance of spaying and neutering and how the community can support rescue efforts. 

## **PLANS FOR FUTURE PERIODS** 

We forecast increasing numbers of dogs in need of rescue as financial pressures continue to stress household budgets. To meet this increased demand we will invest in training greater numbers of volunteers and increase capacity at our facility so that we can support more dogs. 

## **FINANCIAL REVIEW** 

We are satisfied with the financial performance of the charity during the year under review. 

## **RESERVES** 

The charity will ensure that sufficient reserves are available to continue provision for the foreseeable future. In order to do so, it will explore all avenues of funding and take measures to cut costs. 

This report was approved by the Board of Trustees on 03/09/2024 

## Trustee 



**Pointers In Need** 

## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT** 

**FOR THE 369 DAY PERIOD ENDED 31/08/2023** 

## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF POINTERS IN NEED** 

I report on the accounts of the charity for the 369 day period ended 31/08/2023 . 

## **RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TRUSTEES AND EXAMINER** 

The trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. The charity's gross income did not exceeded £250,000 and I am qualified to undertake the examination. 

Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to an audit and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to: 

- examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act; 

- follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and 

- state whether particular matters have come to my attention. 

## **BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS STATEMENT** 

My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts,and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a "true and fair view" and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. 

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**Pointers In Need** 

## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT** 

## **FOR THE 267 DAY PERIOD ENDED 26/08/2022** 

## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS STATEMENT** 

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: 

(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements: 

- to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act 2011; and 

- to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of of the Charities Act 2011 and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities have not been met; or 

(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached 

................................................... 

Date: 

Christian Phipps & Co Ltd Suite 5A 

30 Dean Street Bangor LL57 1UR 

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**Pointers In Need** 

**Statement of Financial Activities for the period ended 31/08/2023** 

|**Income**<br>Income from generated funds<br>Donations and grants<br>Income from charitable activities<br>**Total** **Income** **and** **endowments**<br>**Expenses**<br>Costs of generating funds<br>Expenditure on Charitable activities<br>**Total** **Expenses**<br>**Net** **gains** **on** **investments** **Net** **Income**<br>**Gains/(losses)** **on**<br>**revaluation** **of** **fixed** **assests**<br>**Net** **movement** **in** **funds:**<br>**Net** **income** **for** **the** **year**<br>Total funds brought forward<br>**Net** **funds** **carried** **forward**|**Unrestricted**<br>**funds**<br>**£**<br>42,669<br>68,294|**2023**<br>_2022_<br>**Restricted**<br>**funds**<br>**£**<br>**Total**<br>**£**<br>_Total_<br>_£_<br>-<br>42,669<br>_1,067_<br>-<br>68,294 _67,273_|
|---|---|---|
||**110,963**|**-**<br>**110,963** _68.340_|
||99,261|-<br>98,961<br>_76,533_|
||**99,261**|**-**<br>**98,961** _76,533_|
||**11,702**|**-**<br>**11,702**<br>_(8,193)_|
||**11,702** <br>29,326<br>**41,028**|**-       11,702** _(8,193)_<br>-<br>29,326 _37,519_<br>**-**<br>**41,028** _29,326_|



This statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the period. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities 

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**Pointers In Need** 

|**BALANCE** **SHEET** **AT** **31/08/2023**<br>**Notes**<br>**FIXED** **ASSETS**<br>Tangible assets<br>3<br>**CURRENT** **ASSETS**<br>Cash at bank and in hand<br>**CREDITORS:** **Amounts** **falling** **due** **within** **one** **year**<br>4<br>**NET** **CURRENT** **ASSETS**<br>**TOTAL** **ASSETS** **LESS** **CURRENT** **LIABILITIES**<br>**FUNDS OF THE CHARITY**<br>**Unrestricted** **funds**<br>General fund<br>5|39,837<br>39,837 <br>300 <br>|**2023**<br>**£**<br>1,491<br>1,491 <br>39,537 <br> 41,028<br>41,028<br>41,028|_27,978_<br> <br>_27,978_<br>_406_||_2022_<br>_£_<br>_1,754_|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
||||||_1,754_<br>_27,572_<br> _29,326_<br>_29,326_<br>_29,326_|



**Approved by the board of trustees on 31/08/2024 and signed on their behalf by** 

............................. 

Trustee 

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**Pointers In Need** 

## **NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE 267 DAY PERIOD ENDED 26/08/2022** 

## **1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES** 

## **1a. Basis Of Accounting** 

The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention. 

The accounts have been prepared in accordance with FRS102 - The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland and the Companies Act 2006 and the requirements of the Statement of Recommended Practice, Accounting and Reporting by Charities. 

## **1b. Incoming Resources** 

All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy. 

## **1c. Resources Expended** 

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. 

## **1d. Allocation And Apportionment Of Costs** 

All costs relate to the single activity of the charitable company and are recognised accordingly. 

## **1e. 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. 

Designated funds are funds set aside by the trustees out of unrestricted general funds for the specific future purposes or projects. 

## **1f. Depreciation** 

Depreciation has been provided at the following rates in order to write off the assets over their estimated useful lives. 

Equipment 

reducing balance 15% 

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**Pointers In Need** 

## **1g. Turnover** 

Turnover represents the invoiced value of goods and services supplied by the company, net of value added tax and trade discounts. 

## **2. EMPLOYEES** 

||**2023**|2022|
|---|---|---|
||**No.**|**No.**|
|Average number of employees|1|1|



## **3. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS** 

|**Cost**<br>At 27/08/2022<br>Additions<br>At 31/08/2023<br>**Depreciation**<br>At 27/08//2022<br>Provided during the period<br>At 31/08/2023<br>**Net** **Book** **Amounts**<br>At 27/08/2022<br>At 31/08/2023<br>**4.** **CREDITORS:** **AMOUNTS** **FALLING** **DUE** **WITHIN** **ONE** **YEAR**<br>Other creditors||**Plant** **and**<br>**Machinery**<br>**£**<br>2,064 <br>- <br>2.064 <br>310<br>263<br>573 <br>1,754<br>1,491 <br>**2023** <br>**£** <br>300 <br>300||**Total**<br>**£**<br> 2,064<br>-<br>2,064|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|||||310<br>263|
|||||573|
|||||1,754<br>1,491<br>_2022_<br>_£_<br>_406_<br>_406_|



## **5. UNRESTRICTED FUNDS** 

General fund 

|**Brought**<br>**forward**|**Incoming**<br>**resources**|**Outgoing**<br>**resources**<br>|**Transfers**|**Carried**<br>**forward**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|**£**|**£**|**£**|**£**|**£**|
|29,326|110,963 <br>|(99,261)|- <br>|41,028|



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**Pointers In Need** 

## **DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31/08/2023** 

|**Incoming Resources**<br>Donations<br>Income from charitable activities<br>**Expenditure on charitable activities**<br>Boarding, fostering and transport<br>Veterinary fees<br>Wages<br>Motor costs<br>Payment processing<br>Website costs<br>Water rates<br>Insurance<br>Printing, postage and stationery<br>Telephone<br>Trustee expenses<br>Sundry expenses<br>Accountancy<br>Subscriptions<br>Depreciation of plant and machinery<br>**NET PROFIT/(LOSS)**|**2023**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>19,695<br>91,268<br>**110,963**<br>63,272<br>6,008<br>22,850<br>2,015<br>199<br>572<br>106<br>844<br>1,127<br>1,468<br>-<br>44<br>300 <br>193<br>263<br>99,261<br>**11,702**|**2023**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>19,695<br>91,268<br>**110,963**<br>63,272<br>6,008<br>22,850<br>2,015<br>199<br>572<br>106<br>844<br>1,127<br>1,468<br>-<br>44<br>300 <br>193<br>263<br>99,261<br>**11,702**|**2022**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>1,067<br>67,273<br>**68,340**<br>47,664<br>4,065<br>11,941<br>1,059<br>134<br>4,871<br>-<br>-<br>1,124<br>766<br>436<br>4,163<br>- <br>-<br>310<br>76,533<br>**(8,193)**|**2022**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>1,067<br>67,273<br>**68,340**<br>47,664<br>4,065<br>11,941<br>1,059<br>134<br>4,871<br>-<br>-<br>1,124<br>766<br>436<br>4,163<br>- <br>-<br>310<br>76,533<br>**(8,193)**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|||**110,963**<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>99,261<br>**11,702**||**68,340**<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>76,533|
||||||
|||||**(8,193)**|



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## **Pointers In Need** 

## **Chair of Trustee Report Year: 2024** 

## **1. Introduction** 

Dear Supporters, Volunteers, Donors, and Stakeholders, 

As the Chair of the Board of Trustees for Pointers In Need, I am pleased to present our YTD report for the year 2023. This year has been one of growth, challenges, and remarkable achievements. Our commitment to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming Pointers In Need remains at the forefront of all our activities, and we are grateful for the unwavering support of our community. 

## **2. Key Achievements Rescue and Rehabilitation:** 

●So far In 2023, we successfully rescued 42 dogs. This was made possible through the expansion of our rescue operations and the dedication of our staff and volunteers. 

●We established new partnerships with local animal shelters and veterinary clinics, enhancing our ability to respond quickly to dogs in distress. 

- ●23 dogs are in foster care in UK/ Europe. 



- ●77 dogs arrived in the UK for adoption 

## **Adoption Success:** 

●We are thrilled to report that **71 dogs** found their forever homes this year. Our adoption events, social media campaigns, and community outreach efforts played a significant role in connecting these dogs with loving families. 

## **Volunteer Engagement and Training:** 

●Our volunteer base grew this year, now totaling 15 dedicated individuals who assist with everything from daily dog care to administrative support. 

●We introduced a comprehensive volunteer training program to ensure all volunteers are well-prepared to handle the various challenges of dog rescue and care. This training has improved the quality of care we provide and enhanced the volunteer experience. 



**Fundraising and Community Support:** 




●Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we raised over **£63,319.00** this year, which has been instrumental in supporting our rescue operations, veterinary care, and facility maintenance. 

●Key fundraising events, including our annual charity day and auctions arranged by our dedicated staff and volunteers which have exceeded our fundraising targets. We also saw an increase in recurring donations, providing a stable financial base for our ongoing work. 

## **3. Financial Overview** 

● **Expenditure:** Total expenditures YTD amounted to £6300.00 with significant investments in veterinary care, food, shelter maintenance, and rescue operations. We also allocated funds for staff training and facility upgrades to improve our capacity to care for more dogs. 

● **Financial Health:** We ended 2023 with a positive balance, allowing us to set aside funds for emergency situations and future expansion plans throughout 2024 and into 2025. 

## **4. Challenges Faced Increased Demand:** 

●The number of dogs needing rescue has continued to rise, partly due to economic factors and changes in pet ownership trends in Europe and the UK. This has put a strain on our resources and facilities. 

**Veterinary Care Costs:** 



●Rising costs of veterinary care and medical supplies have been a significant challenge. We have been exploring partnerships and bulk purchasing agreements to mitigate these costs. 

## **Facility Limitations:** 

●While we have been able to rescue more dogs, our current facilities are reaching capacity. Plans for expansion are in place, but they require additional funding and careful planning to ensure we can sustainably support more dogs. 

## **5. Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Strategies Enhanced Community Outreach:** 

●We will continue to strengthen our community outreach efforts, focusing on education about responsible pet ownership, the importance of spaying and neutering, and how the community can support rescue efforts. 



## **Digital Transformation:** 

●To streamline operations and improve our adoption process, we will look to use a dedicated CRM platform that will better track dog care, medical records, and volunteer coordination. This system will also enhance our ability to connect with potential adopters and supporters online. 

**Sustainability Initiatives:** 



●We are committed to adopting more sustainable practices within our operations, including the use of eco-friendly products, implementing recycling programs, and exploring renewable energy options for our facilities. 

## **6. Governance and Compliance** 

●The Board of Trustees has met regularly throughout the year so far, ensuring that we remain compliant with all relevant regulations and uphold the highest standards of governance. This year, we also conducted an internal audit of our operations and implemented recommendations to improve transparency and efficiency. 

## **7. Appreciation and Acknowledgments** 

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to our volunteers, staff, donors, and partners. Your dedication and passion make our work possible, and together, we have made a big difference in the lives of countless dogs. A special thank you to our adoption coordinators, who provide essential guidance and support, and to our foster families, who offer love and temporary homes to our dogs in need. 

## **8. Conclusion** 

As we look forward to 2025, we are filled with hope and determination. The challenges are significant, but so are the opportunities to make a difference. With the continued support of our community, we will strive to rescue more dogs, find them loving homes, and advocate for the welfare of all animals. 

Thank you for being a part of our journey. 

Warm regards, 

## **Matt Jefford** 

**Chair of Trustees Pointers In Need Date: September 2024** 



Charity number: 1196922 

## **Pointers In Need** 

## **UNAUDITED ACCOUNTS** 

**FOR THE 369 DAY PERIOD ENDED 31/08/2023** 



**FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE 369 DAY PERIOD ENDED 31/08/2023** 

## **TRUSTEES** 

M Jefford M E Strom K E Ringrose L Phipps 

**PRINCIPAL OFFICE** Suite 5A 30 Dean Street Bangor LL57 1UR 

**CHARITY NUMBER** 1196922 

**ACCOUNTANTS** Christian Phipps & Co Ltd Suite 5A 30 Dean Street Bangor LL57 1UR 



## **TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE 369 DAY PERIOD ENDED 31/08/2023** 

The trustees present their report and accounts for the period ended 31/08/2023. 

## **REPORT OF THE CHAIR** 

The Chair is satisfied that the Charity has continued to meet its objects during the period. 

## **OUR PURPOSE AND ACTIVITIES** 

The charity is concerned with rescuing, treating, rehabilitating and rehoming pointers in need and we rely on and our grateful to our community of volunteers, supporters and donors for their unwavering support in helping to achieve our purpose. 

Our volunteers and facilities enable us to rescue dogs and care for them in preparation for their eventual adoption. Partnerships established with local animal shelters and veterinary clinics enhance our ability to respond quickly to dogs in distress. Our adoption events, social media campaigns, and community outreach programmes play a significant role in finding forever homes with loving families. 

## **ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE** 

The year has seen increased numbers of dogs rescued, placed in foster care and eventually adopted. This was made possible due to the generosity of our supporters and is evident in the increased donations we received, rising from £1,067 in the previous year to £42,669 for the current year. Our annual charity day, auctions and online shop sales also raised extra funding and we are grateful to our staff and volunteers for their dedication. 

We have continued our community outreach efforts which focus on education about responsible pet ownership, the importance of spaying and neutering and how the community can support rescue efforts. 

## **PLANS FOR FUTURE PERIODS** 

We forecast increasing numbers of dogs in need of rescue as financial pressures continue to stress household budgets. To meet this increased demand we will invest in training greater numbers of volunteers and increase capacity at our facility so that we can support more dogs. 

## **FINANCIAL REVIEW** 

We are satisfied with the financial performance of the charity during the year under review. 

## **RESERVES** 

The charity will ensure that sufficient reserves are available to continue provision for the foreseeable future. In order to do so, it will explore all avenues of funding and take measures to cut costs. 

This report was approved by the Board of Trustees on 03/09/2024 

## Trustee 



**Pointers In Need** 

## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT** 

**FOR THE 369 DAY PERIOD ENDED 31/08/2023** 

## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF POINTERS IN NEED** 

I report on the accounts of the charity for the 369 day period ended 31/08/2023 . 

## **RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TRUSTEES AND EXAMINER** 

The trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. The charity's gross income did not exceeded £250,000 and I am qualified to undertake the examination. 

Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to an audit and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to: 

- examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act; 

- follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and 

- state whether particular matters have come to my attention. 

## **BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS STATEMENT** 

My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts,and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a "true and fair view" and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. 

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## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT** 

## **FOR THE 267 DAY PERIOD ENDED 26/08/2022** 

## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS STATEMENT** 

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: 

(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements: 

- to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act 2011; and 

- to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of of the Charities Act 2011 and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities have not been met; or 

(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached 

................................................... 

Date: 

Christian Phipps & Co Ltd Suite 5A 

30 Dean Street Bangor LL57 1UR 

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**Pointers In Need** 

**Statement of Financial Activities for the period ended 31/08/2023** 

|**Income**<br>Income from generated funds<br>Donations and grants<br>Income from charitable activities<br>**Total** **Income** **and** **endowments**<br>**Expenses**<br>Costs of generating funds<br>Expenditure on Charitable activities<br>**Total** **Expenses**<br>**Net** **gains** **on** **investments** **Net** **Income**<br>**Gains/(losses)** **on**<br>**revaluation** **of** **fixed** **assests**<br>**Net** **movement** **in** **funds:**<br>**Net** **income** **for** **the** **year**<br>Total funds brought forward<br>**Net** **funds** **carried** **forward**|**Unrestricted**<br>**funds**<br>**£**<br>42,669<br>68,294|**2023**<br>_2022_<br>**Restricted**<br>**funds**<br>**£**<br>**Total**<br>**£**<br>_Total_<br>_£_<br>-<br>42,669<br>_1,067_<br>-<br>68,294 _67,273_|
|---|---|---|
||**110,963**|**-**<br>**110,963** _68.340_|
||99,261|-<br>98,961<br>_76,533_|
||**99,261**|**-**<br>**98,961** _76,533_|
||**11,702**|**-**<br>**11,702**<br>_(8,193)_|
||**11,702** <br>29,326<br>**41,028**|**-       11,702** _(8,193)_<br>-<br>29,326 _37,519_<br>**-**<br>**41,028** _29,326_|



This statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the period. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities 

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**Pointers In Need** 

|**BALANCE** **SHEET** **AT** **31/08/2023**<br>**Notes**<br>**FIXED** **ASSETS**<br>Tangible assets<br>3<br>**CURRENT** **ASSETS**<br>Cash at bank and in hand<br>**CREDITORS:** **Amounts** **falling** **due** **within** **one** **year**<br>4<br>**NET** **CURRENT** **ASSETS**<br>**TOTAL** **ASSETS** **LESS** **CURRENT** **LIABILITIES**<br>**FUNDS OF THE CHARITY**<br>**Unrestricted** **funds**<br>General fund<br>5|39,837<br>39,837 <br>300 <br>|**2023**<br>**£**<br>1,491<br>1,491 <br>39,537 <br> 41,028<br>41,028<br>41,028|_27,978_<br> <br>_27,978_<br>_406_||_2022_<br>_£_<br>_1,754_|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
||||||_1,754_<br>_27,572_<br> _29,326_<br>_29,326_<br>_29,326_|



**Approved by the board of trustees on 31/08/2024 and signed on their behalf by** 

............................. 

Trustee 

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**Pointers In Need** 

## **NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE 267 DAY PERIOD ENDED 26/08/2022** 

## **1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES** 

## **1a. Basis Of Accounting** 

The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention. 

The accounts have been prepared in accordance with FRS102 - The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland and the Companies Act 2006 and the requirements of the Statement of Recommended Practice, Accounting and Reporting by Charities. 

## **1b. Incoming Resources** 

All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy. 

## **1c. Resources Expended** 

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. 

## **1d. Allocation And Apportionment Of Costs** 

All costs relate to the single activity of the charitable company and are recognised accordingly. 

## **1e. 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. 

Designated funds are funds set aside by the trustees out of unrestricted general funds for the specific future purposes or projects. 

## **1f. Depreciation** 

Depreciation has been provided at the following rates in order to write off the assets over their estimated useful lives. 

Equipment 

reducing balance 15% 

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**Pointers In Need** 

## **1g. Turnover** 

Turnover represents the invoiced value of goods and services supplied by the company, net of value added tax and trade discounts. 

## **2. EMPLOYEES** 

||**2023**|2022|
|---|---|---|
||**No.**|**No.**|
|Average number of employees|1|1|



## **3. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS** 

|**Cost**<br>At 27/08/2022<br>Additions<br>At 31/08/2023<br>**Depreciation**<br>At 27/08//2022<br>Provided during the period<br>At 31/08/2023<br>**Net** **Book** **Amounts**<br>At 27/08/2022<br>At 31/08/2023<br>**4.** **CREDITORS:** **AMOUNTS** **FALLING** **DUE** **WITHIN** **ONE** **YEAR**<br>Other creditors||**Plant** **and**<br>**Machinery**<br>**£**<br>2,064 <br>- <br>2.064 <br>310<br>263<br>573 <br>1,754<br>1,491 <br>**2023** <br>**£** <br>300 <br>300||**Total**<br>**£**<br> 2,064<br>-<br>2,064|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|||||310<br>263|
|||||573|
|||||1,754<br>1,491<br>_2022_<br>_£_<br>_406_<br>_406_|



## **5. UNRESTRICTED FUNDS** 

General fund 

|**Brought**<br>**forward**|**Incoming**<br>**resources**|**Outgoing**<br>**resources**<br>|**Transfers**|**Carried**<br>**forward**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|**£**|**£**|**£**|**£**|**£**|
|29,326|110,963 <br>|(99,261)|- <br>|41,028|



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**Pointers In Need** 

## **DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31/08/2023** 

|**Incoming Resources**<br>Donations<br>Income from charitable activities<br>**Expenditure on charitable activities**<br>Boarding, fostering and transport<br>Veterinary fees<br>Wages<br>Motor costs<br>Payment processing<br>Website costs<br>Water rates<br>Insurance<br>Printing, postage and stationery<br>Telephone<br>Trustee expenses<br>Sundry expenses<br>Accountancy<br>Subscriptions<br>Depreciation of plant and machinery<br>**NET PROFIT/(LOSS)**|**2023**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>19,695<br>91,268<br>**110,963**<br>63,272<br>6,008<br>22,850<br>2,015<br>199<br>572<br>106<br>844<br>1,127<br>1,468<br>-<br>44<br>300 <br>193<br>263<br>99,261<br>**11,702**|**2023**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>19,695<br>91,268<br>**110,963**<br>63,272<br>6,008<br>22,850<br>2,015<br>199<br>572<br>106<br>844<br>1,127<br>1,468<br>-<br>44<br>300 <br>193<br>263<br>99,261<br>**11,702**|**2022**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>1,067<br>67,273<br>**68,340**<br>47,664<br>4,065<br>11,941<br>1,059<br>134<br>4,871<br>-<br>-<br>1,124<br>766<br>436<br>4,163<br>- <br>-<br>310<br>76,533<br>**(8,193)**|**2022**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>1,067<br>67,273<br>**68,340**<br>47,664<br>4,065<br>11,941<br>1,059<br>134<br>4,871<br>-<br>-<br>1,124<br>766<br>436<br>4,163<br>- <br>-<br>310<br>76,533<br>**(8,193)**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|||**110,963**<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>99,261<br>**11,702**||**68,340**<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>76,533|
||||||
|||||**(8,193)**|



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