Charity number: 1196922 Polntets In Need Unaudlted aceounts for the year ended 31 August 2025
Pointers In Need Conlents Page Report of the trustees Rewrt of the independent examiner Stslement of financial activities Balance sheet Notes 10- 11 Detailed stslement of financial aclivth'es 12
Pointers In Need Report of the trustees The Iruslees present their report and accounts for the year ended 31 August 2025. Legal and admlnlstratlve Snformatlon The Iruslees who served during the penod are stated below". M Jefford (Chairl K E Ringrose L Phipps Prlnelpal offlce Suite 5A, 30 Dean Street Bangor Gwynedd LL57 1 UR Our purposg and actlv6tles The charity is concerned with rescuing, treatsng, rehabililatsng and rehoming pointers in need and we rely on and our grateful lo our community of volunteers. supporters and donors for their unwavering support in helping to achieve our purpose. A¢hl•vornonts and p•rforman¢8 1 Introdu¢tlon The past financial year has been one of contsnued operatnal activity, strong fundraising support, and important organisational developments for Pointers In Need. Our core mission remains unchanged.. rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming abandoned and vulnerable Pointers. primarily from Greece, and placing them into safe and appropriate home5 In the United Kingdom. Over the past year the charity has continued lo respond to rescue needs while strengthening governance, improving fundraising initiatives, and adapting operational pracb.ces to ensure long-term sustainability. I would like to thank our CEO Claire Gouzoulis, tnJstees, volunteers, supporters. and adopters whose dedication continues to make this work possible. 2 Rgscue and Rghoming Activity During the financial year the charity contr.nued to take responsibility for new rescue cases while successfully rehoming a significant number of dogs. Page 1
Across the reporting periods the charity.. Rescue and Rehoming Statistics Activlty Total New Pointers taken into responsibility Pointers transported to the UK Pointers placed into adopted homes Pointers in foster care abroad Pointers in foster care in the UK 29 35 7 Icuffenll 4 Icurrenll The charity continues lo prioritise responsible placements and therefore maintains strtct adoption requirements. including secure garden fencing standards. These requirements remain essential to ensuring the safety and welfare of the dogs placed into homes. While there were a number of enquiries throughout the year, some applicants were not suitsble due lo insufhcient home environments, particularly inadequate fencing. The charity has confirmed that these standards will not be relaxed, as they fom a critscal part of our safeguarding policy. We introdud a comprehensive volunteer training program to ensure all volunteers are well-prepared to handle the various challenges of dog res¢ue and Care. This training has improved the quality of care we provide and enhanced the volunteer experience. 3 Welfare Challenges and Losses As with all rescue organisations, the year included difficult moments. Sadly several dogs were lost during the period. including.. • Sunny- killed by a train after escaping George- fatally injured after escaping Will$- euthanised following severe neurological illness These cases underline the importance of strict guidance prOved to adopters regarding off-lead exercise and behavioural adjuslmenl periods. The charity continues lo invest significant lime in adopter education and support to minimise such incidents. 4 Kennel and Operational Changes One of the most significant operational changes this year relales to the charivs kennel arrangements in Greece. Due to the departure of our kennel staff member and the difficulty in finding a replacement, the charity made the decision lo close the existing kennels al the end of February 2026 On the remaining dogs were placed or moved. To ensure continued capacity for rescue work, a new arrangement has been secured with a private boarding fa¢llity In Avlona, Greece, operated by Rania. Page 2
Key details.. • Boarding cost". C150 per kennel per month Location.. approximatety one hour from Athens Facility provides daily care and support Veterinary and adminislrab've SUPF)Ort available This partnership also assists wf(h securing heallh certlficates requlred for dogs travelllng to the UK, which has hisloncally been a major operational challenge. S Strateglc Development In Greece A potentially transformative development cccurred this year in relab.on to the charity's ability lo operate legally and efficiently within Greece. Following discussions with a commercial lawyer in Athens, work has begun on establishing a Not-For-Profit Company In Grèoc•. This organisalion will". Operate alongside Pointers In Need UK Be registered with the East Attik8 Regional Department Hold a Greektax numberand bank accounl Register with the offi¢ial petl80¢1ety pL¥tform • Support the legal proSSIng of rescued animals The entity will be formed with tsvo members.. Claire Gouzoulis Iris Gouzoulis The organisation will have no flnanclal profh purpose and will exist solely to support rexue operations and administrative processes within Greece. This structu ¢ould signifi¢antty improve the charity's ability lo obtain health ¢¢rtificates for ros¢ued dogs, which has been a longstsnding operational obstscle. UK accounlanls have been consulted lo ensure the Strucle complies with UK charity and tax regulations. 6 Flnanclal Oyervlew The charity continued lo benefit from strong supporter engagement throughout the year. Adoption Donations Total income from adoption donations.. £26.305 Fundraising Income Fundraising activities generated= £11,757 Page 3
This includes.. General fundraising campaigns Auctions • Merchandise sales (calendars and Christmas cards) Raffles and supporter donations Cash Balances las of latest reporting period) Account PayPal Lloyds Bank Balance £19,433 £45,523 These balances reflect both ongoing operational funds and commrtments for boarding, veterinary cost5, and transport. 7 Fundralslng and Communlty Support Fundraising activity remained Strong throughout the year. Highlights include.. Calendar sales, which completely sold out • Chrlstmas card sales. including a new design which proved particularfy Fopular Multiple onllne au¢tlon$ The Grand Cruft$ R8ffl¥, which had already oised over È600 prlorto th• •v•nt • Support from generous donors including a £S.000 legacy glft The charity also continues to maintain an active online presence. Inslagram followers.. 1,680 •Websile regulady updated wth rescue stories and adoption updates Efforts are ongoing to recruit a markellng volunteer to fvrther develop outreach and fundraising. 8 Dogs Rgquiring Long-Tem Support Several dogs continue lo receive long-lerm financial support due to medical conditions, particularty Leishmaniasis, which requires ongoing trealmenl. These dogs include.. • Bonzo • Xaris Folis The charity continues lo support their care while actively promoting them for adoption where possible. Page 4
9 Volunteers and Governance The charity continues lo operate through the dedication of volunteers. Active volunteers during the year included: Karin Ringrose Michelle Hunter Jan Britton Penny Nicoll Matthew Jefford Colin Lipscomb Rachel Larter • Maggie Pende Di Dickinson The Iruslees also confirmed in July 2025 that trustee ¢ems would be renewed for a further three years in order to ensure Continuity of governance during a perM)d of operabonal development. 10 OperatSonal Pressures 11 is important lo acknowledge the extraordinary commitment shown by the charity's CEO and volunteer team Al times the workload associated with ree operations, transp)rt Coordination, veterinary arrangements, fundraising, and adoptson management has been extremety demanding. Sustaining the Charity's work will requi conbnued fc¢u$ on.. Volunteer recruitment Delegation of operational responsibilities Expanding fundraising capacity 11 Looklng Ahead Key priorities for the coming year include.. Finalising the Greek not-for-proflt organlsatlon Strengthening fundraising capability Recruiting additional volunteer support • Continuing lo expand responsSble adoptSon placements Improving access to health certification processes These developments will help ensure Pointers In Need can continue rescuing and rehoming vulnerable dogs in a sustainable and legalty robust manner. 12 Closing Remarks Despite the operational challenges faced during the year, the charity has continued to deliver significant impact through the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of vulnerable dogs. This work would not be possible wrthout the dedicats.on of our CEO. volunteers, supporters, adopters, and trustees. Page 5
On behalf of the Board. l extend sincere thanks to everyone involved in sUppOng the mission of Pointers In Need. Together we conts'nue to give abandoned Pointers the opportunity for safe. loving homes and better futures. Matthew Jefford Chair of Trustees Pointers In Need 1 April 2026 Page 6
Independent examiners's report to the trustees of Pointets In Need I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 August 2025 set out on pages 8 to 12. Respectlve responslbllltles of trustees and examlner The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's Iruslees consider that an audit is not required for this period under section 144121 of the Charities Act 2011 and that an independent examinatson is needed. 11 is my responsibility to.. examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charty Commission under section 14515llbl of the Charities Act 2011 and slate whether particular matters have come lo my attention. Basis of the Independent examlnerfs report My examination was carried out in a¢¢ordance with the 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 a¢¢ounls presented wlh those re¢ords. It also includes ¢onsideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the Iruslees ¢on¢erning any such matters. The pr¢)¢edures undertaken do nol provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the accounts. Independent examlnerfs report In the course of my examination no matter has come to my attention.. 1 which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material reSet, the Iruslees have not met the requirements lo ensure.. proper accounting records are kept in accordance wth section 130 of the Charities Act 2011 and accounts are prepared which agree the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charibes Act 2011 or 2 to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts lo be reached. Dyfan James Phlpps ACA Christian Phipps & Company Ltd Suite 5A, 30 Dean Street Bangor Gwynedd LL57 1UR Dated. 1 April 2026 Page 7
PointeTr In Need Slatement of financial activities for the year ended 31 August 2025 Unrestricted funds 2025 2024 Income Donations and grants Charitable activities Other trading activib.es 78,488 26,305 11,757 67,411 34,531 10,114 Total Income 116,550 112,056 Expfrnsos Raising funds Charitable activities 3,963 109,910 5,540 84,608 Total expenses 113,873 90,148 Net income for the year 2,677 21.908 Total funds brought fOard 62,936 41,028 Total funds carried forward 65,613 62.936 This slalement of financial aclivrties includes all gains and losses recognised in the period. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activits"es. Page 8
Pointers in Need Balance sheet as at 31 August 2025 2025 2024 Notes Flxed assets Tangible assets 1,078 1,268 Current assets Other debtors Cash at bank and in hand 371 64.956 100 62,636 65.327 62,736 Crgdltors: amounts falllng due wtthln one ygaT 792 1,068 Net currgnt assets 64.535 61,668 Total as$al8 le$8 ¢urrent Ilabllhl•s 65.613 62,936 Fund$ of tho charfty Unrestricted funds General fund 65,613 62,936 Approved by the board of trustees on 1 April 2026 and sned on their behalf by.. Matt Jofford Trustee Page 9
Pointers In Need Notes to the accounts 1 Accounting poltcies The accounts are prepared on a receipts and payments basis. 18 Basls Of Accountlng The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convents"on. The accounts have been prepared in accordance wlh FRS102 - The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland and the Companies Act 2006 and the requirements of the Slalement of Recommended Practice, Accounting and Reporb"ng by Charities. 1 b Incoming Resources All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legalty entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified wrth reasonable accuracy. 1 c Rosour¢o8 Exp6nd•d Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related lo the ¢alegory. Where costs ¢annot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consislenl with the use of resources. 1 d Allocatlon And Apportlonment Of Costs All co$1$ relate to the single a¢tivity of the chanlable rnpanY and are recognised accordingly. le Fund Accountlng Unreslricled funds can be used in accordance with the charitable obiects'ves al the discretion of the trustees Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes wthin the objects of the charity. Reslriclions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Designated funds are funds sel aside by the Iruslees out of unreslricled general funds for the specific future purposes or projects. 1 f Doprgciation Depreciation has been provided al the following rates in order to write off the assets over their esb'maled useful lives. Plant and ma¢hinery 1S% reducing balance basis lg Turnover Turnover represents the invoiced value of goods and services supplied by the company, nel of value added lax and trade discounts. 2 Employees 2025 No 2024 No Average number of employees 10
Pointers In Need Notes to the accounts 3 Tangible fixed assets Plant and machinery Total Cost At 1 September 2024 2.C64 Al 31 August 2025 2,4 Depreclatlon Al 1 September 2024 Charge for the year 796 190 796 190 Al 31 August 2025 986 986 Net book valuo Al 31 August 2025 1,078 1,078 Al 31 August 2024 1,268 1.268 4 Debtors 2025 2024 Other debtors 371 100 5 Credltors 2025 2024 Other creditors Accruals 204 864 792 792 1,068 6 Unrestricted funds Brought Incoming Outgoing Transfers fOard resources resources Carried forward General fund 62,936 116,550 113,873 65,613 11
Pointers In Need Detailed statement of financial activities for the year ended 31 August 2025 2025 2024 Income Donations and grants Charitable activities Other trading activities 78,488 26,305 11,757 67,411 34,531 10,114 116,550 112.056 Expensgs Raising funds Merchandise for sale 3,963 5.540 Charltsble •ctlvltle8 Boarding, fostering and transport Veterinary fees Wages Motor costs Payment processing Website Costs Training In$uran¢e Printing, postage and stationery Telephone Sundry expenses Accountancy Subscriptions Charitsble donations Depreciation of plant and machinery 69,124 6.265 24,681 1,893 1,219 383 252 998 2,198 1,415 51,045 2.882 23.204 1,410 801 326 879 1,281 603 12 564 201 1,177 223 480 175 637 190 109,910 84,608 Total expenses 113,873 90,148 Net Income for the year 2,677 21,908 Page 12