THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 Christadelphian •• NebNork Charity number 1197175 Financial Statements For the period ended 30th September 2022 Phone.. Admin 0800 9545 099 Email: admin chsn.or .uk Email: Hel Web.. www.chsn.or .uk Christadelphian Support Network Unit 7355, PO Box 15113, Birmingham B2 2NJ HeSpline and Prayerllne: 0800 9545 099 chsn.o IIPage
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 Table of Contents Annual Report of the Managing Committee Independent Examinerfs report to the Trustees Income and Expenditure Account 10 Balance Sheet 10 Pro-forma balance sheet at l October 2022 li Notes to the Financial Statements 12 Roles, Responsibilities and Appointment Details 13 21Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 Annual Report of the Managing Committee Charity Name The Christadelphian Support Network UK Charity number: 1197175 Managing Committee- Trustees Jean Ballie Colin Briley- Finance Karen Cox Phil Cox Gordon Dawes- Co-ordinator Roy Dean Gill Holden Hilary Knight Dr Anna Whittaker Managlng Committee- Members Julia Dean Alison Jones Prlnclpal Address Unlt 7355, PO Box 15113, Birmingham B2 2NJ Bankers Co-operative Bank, PO Box 250, Delph House, Southway, Skelmersdale WN8 61NT TSB plc, Box 2, BXI ILT Honorary Independent Examiner Neil Sutcliffe FCA 10 Park Lane, Penwortham, Preston PRI 9JB 31Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 Annual report The trustees of the Christadelphian Support Network present the annual report of the Charityfor the period from incorporation of 16 December 2021 to 30 September 2022. Structure and Governance The Charity wa5 incorporated on 16 December 2021 under Charity number 1197175 in order to replace an existing charity of the same name registered under number 1089965, The current trustees who have been appointed to the board of the new charity were also the Trustees of the old charity and will submit themselves for re- election by the members of the new charity at forthcoming Annual General Meetings. The Trustees are legally accountsble for the assets of the Charity. The Trustees unanimously agreed to accept the transfer all activities, assets and li3bilities of the predecessor charity to the new charity with effect from l October 2022. The old Charity will hereafter act as agent for the new Charitable Incorporated Organisation in any residual matters until such time as it is formally closed. The Trustees and committee members meet as a Managing Committee seven times year. Sub-committees are formed as necessary to undertake specific tasks on behalf of the Managing Committee. The Managing Committee have reviewed and revised the roles and responsibilities of trustees in relation to the Charity, and established skills and competencies in relation to the requirements of the charity and Charity Commission guidance. The skills and 5Uitability of applicants for trustee roles and committee member roles are assessed against the anticipated needs of the Charity going forward, a skills matrix and an interview with the trustees. Vacancies are always advertised by appropriate channels through the UK Christadelphian community to maximise experience and encourage diversity. Prospective trustees and members of the Managing Committee are expected to attend at least two meetings as observers, before committing themselves to their role. 41Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 The trustees and committee members give their time voluntarily and, other than reimbursement of out of pocket expenses, receive no remuneration or other benefits from their role. Objectives and Activities In planning our activities for the year, we kept in mind the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit. The focus of our activities remains: 'The support of individuals, members of our church community and their families, who are experiencing problems., CSN also . encourages awareness of issues affecting individuals and our community supports activities and events to foster understandin8, kindness, and mutual support in our community We provide support to all who approach us, irrespective of being in our church community their wider families and the public. In accordance with the Equality Act 2010 we support each of the nine protected characteristics, and help anyone approaching us regardless of personal background, or circumstances. We believe this philosophy of openness to all enriches everyone through the sharing of skills, attitudes, and life experiences. In more detail, the charity provides a confidential and caring 'Helpline' service for anyone with a difficult personal problem by offering 'a listening ear, and the opportunity to receive skilled support. for the spiritual wellbeing of church members and their wider families and friends who are facing life's diff iculties a 'Prayerline', encouraging prayer for and with each other. specialist advice for church elders, youth leaders and pastoral care teams in the Christadelphian community who may not have access to such areas of expertise. A centre of expertise on the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. a programme of events and activities to consider issues and difficulties faced by our members and their families with a view to raising awareness and encouraging compassionate care and mutual support in our community. 51Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 supporting an annual Sisters Day, to provide mutual encouragement to members, family, and friends and to contribute to communal worship. a website and resources library covering pastoral care issues. individual support for those experiencing, and the carers of those experiencing, long term illness or disability by linking members who seek and/or offer support and prattical help. other practical and spiritual needs as they may arlse. During this financial year through its predecessor the Charity carried out the following specific activities, Praise and Fellowship event Organised fellowship weekends at Shallowford and Holland House The annual Sisters Day Provided training for our'first line, telephone support contacts Worked to understand and develop ways in which we can better support our Farsi speaking church members. Provided the annual update and Safeguarding trainin8for nominated Designated Safeguarding Leads from across our church network. In addition, the charity continued to provide safeguarding oversight to the UK Christadelphian community, providingguidance on specific cases referred to it from churches, in addition to the training noted above. A revised Safeguarding template has been published and the Charity will We encoura8e safeguardin8 best practice and compliance in each autonomous church where it applie5. As a matter of principle all trustees carry UK DBS clearance. Our telephone Helpline and Prayerline Saw continued activity throughout the period. A major contribution is made by member volunteers who manage the Helpline rota and Prayerline, providing support for those in need and providing support in organising CSN events. Without their valuable contribution of time, energy, and expertise we would not have been able to achieve so much. Thank you. The charit5 website was further improved, with more trustee information and more self-help resources being added from time to time. A more specific service feedback process has also been introduced.. 61Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 The Charity published a new booklet on Relationship Loss, written by people with individual experience; a new b¢x>klet on Bereavement followed in early 2023. Achievements and performance Duringthe period to 30 September 2022 the trustees have continued to comply with the Objects of the Charity. A risk analysis has been completed and guidelines established with appropriate training and supervision in place for those who support the national telephone Helpline and Prayerline. Each year the trustees meet to review the future strategy and direction of the charity, to ensure that these are meeting both the needs of the community and our charitable objectives. The transfer to a new charity is part of this strategy. The constitution of the new Charitable Incorporated Organisation 'CIO' embraces a significant membership to whom the trustees of the Charity are now responsible. Trustees will continue to be appointed for four-year terms, but are now limited to three consecutive terms, with one quarter of the trustees retiring annually. The constitution of the new organisation is in line with Charity Commission best practice and in terms of trustees balances both continuity of experience and refreshment with new skills and perspectives. It also ensures greater transparency and accountability in the governance of the charity in future. Under the new constitution, any individual baptised into the Christadelphian community and supporting the objects and values of the charity may become 3 member of the charity, on acceptance by the trustees of an membership form detailing their relevant and necessary skills. Details of how to become a member have been posted on the Charity's website. Financial Review The organisation received no income nor incurred any expenditure in the period to 30 September 2022. 71Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 With effect from l October 2022 the organisation was gifted net assets of £57,183 from its predecessor Charty. A pro-forma balance sheet setting out the assets and liabilities transferred is shown below. Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees report set out above. Signed on behalf of the CharlS trustees Gordon Dawes CSN Co-ordinator Date I JLL4 2013
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 Independent Examinerfs report to the Trustees I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity {'the Charitv) for the period ended 30 September 2022, which are set out on page 10. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 {'the Act,). I report in respect of my examination of the Charitvs accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all of the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145 (5){b) of the Act. Independent examlners statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives cause to believe that in any material respect, The accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act, or The accounts did not accord with the accounting records. or The accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination, I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Neil Sutcliffe FCA 10 Park Lane Penwortham Preston PRI 9JB Date
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 Income and expendlture The Charity received no income nor incurred any expenditure during the period ended 30 September 2022. Balance sheet The Charity held no assets or liabilities as at 30 September 2022 These Financial statements were approved ' a0>3 Signed on behalf of the Trustees Gordon Dawes Chairman
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 Pro-forma Balance Sheet as at l October 2022 2022 Current Assets Cash Bank deposit account Bank current account 36,172 20,068 56,240 1,500 57,740 Prepayments and Deposits Current liabilities Amounts due within one year {558) Net assets 57,182 Accumulated Funds Opening Balance Surplus for the year 48,238 8,944 Closing Balance 57.182 The pro-forma balance sheet above shows the transfer to the charity of the asset5 and liabilities of the predecessor charity which took place on l October 2022 IIIPage
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 Notes to the Financial Statements Accounting Policies Basis of Accounting Income Voluntary income and donations are accounted for as received by the charity. Tax reclaims on donations are included in the period in which they are recovered. Expenditure Expenditure is accounted for on an accrual's basis. Accumulated Funds The charity's reserves constitute unrestricted funds that are expendable at the discretion of the trustees in the furtherance of the objects of the charity. Such funds may be held to finance both working capital and capital investment. It is the policy of the charity to maintain a reser4e of at least one year's net expenditure with a target of two year's net expenditure. Net expenditure is defined as total expenditure less that related to a specific item of discretionary expenditure, e.g., fellowship weekend income. Assets All expenditure on equipment costing less than £51JO is written off in the year of purchase, 121Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period ended 30 September 2022 Roles, Responsibilities and Appointment Details Managing I commlttee Jean Ballie Colin Briley. Karen Cox Phil Cox. Gordon Dawes Julia Dean Roy Dean. Trustee Appointed 2022 2021 2021 2021 2021 Trustee Re-elertion due 2026 2023 2023 2023 2024 Area Strategy Finance, Publications Educational support ITand GDPR Co-ordinator & Chair Design and comms Praise and Fellowship and fellowship weekend Safeguarding Project support Helpline and Prayerline, Fellowship weekends Healthcare su ort 2021 2024 Gill Holden. Alison Jones Hilary Knight. 2021 2024 2021 2024 Anna Whittaker. 2021 2025 Trustee Name Neil Sutcliffe Appointed 2021 Re-electlon due 2024 Area Honorary Auditor