THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK Charity number 1197175 Financial Statements For the period ended 30th September 2023 Phone: Admin 0800 9545 099 Emall: admin chsn.o .uk Emall: Hel Web: www.chsn.or .uk Christadelphian Support Network Unit 7355, PO Box 15113, Birmingham B2 2NJ Helpline and Prayerline: 0800 9545 099 chsn.o IIPage
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 Table of Contents Annual Report of the Managing Committee Independent Examinerfs report to the Trustees Income and Expenditure Account I11 Balance Sheet 12 Notes to the Financial Statements 13 Roles, Responsibilities and Appointment Details 14 21Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 Annual Report of the Managing Committee Charity Name The Christadelphian Support Network UK Charity number: 1197175 Managlng Commlttee- Trustees Jean Ballie Colin Brlley- Flnance Karen Cox Phil Cox Gordon Dawes- Chair & Co-ordinator Roy Dean Glll Holden Hilary Knight Dr Anna Whittaker Detalls of roles and responslbllltSes are pn>vided on page 14 Managlng Commlttee- Members Julia Dean Alison Jones James Hallsworth Prlnclpal Address Unlt 7355, PO Box IS113, Blrmlngham B2 2NJ Bankers Co-operative Bank, PO Box 250, Delph House, Southway, Skelmersdale WN8 6WT TSB plc. Box 2, BXI ILT Honorary Independent Examlner Neil Sutcliffe FCA 10 Park Lane, Penwortham, Preston PRI 9JB 31Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 Annual report The Trustees of the Christadelphian Support Network UK present the annual report of the Charity for the year ended 30 September 2023. Strurture and Governance The Charlty was incorporated on 16 December 2021 under Charity number 1197175 replacing an existing charity of the same name registered under number 1089965. The Trustees are legally accountable for the assets of the Charity. The Trustees unanimously agreed to accept the transfer of all activities, assets, and liabilities of the predecessor Charity to the new Charity with effect from l October 2022. The old Charity will hereafter act as agent forthe 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 Commlttee seven times a year. Sub-committees are formed as necessary to undertake specific tssks on behalf of the Managing Committee. The Managin8 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 8uidance. The skills and suitability of applicants forTrustee and Committee member roles are assessed against the anticipated needs of the Charity going forward. a skllls matrix and following an interview with the Trustees. Vacancies are always advertised by appropriate channels through the UK Christadelphian community to maximlse experience and encourage diversity. Prospective Trustees and Members of the Managing Committee are encouraged to attend at least two meetings as observers, before formal commitments are made both by the individual and the Charity. The Trustees and Committee members gNe their time voluntarily and, other than reimbursement of out of pocket expenses. receive no remuneration or other benefits from their role. 41Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 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: he support of individuals, members of our church community and their families, who are experiencing problems.. In a phrase, 'helping the hurting., CSN also . • encourages awareness of issues affecting individuals and our community • supports actlvltles and events to foster understandln& klndness, and mutual support in our community We prov5de support to all who approach us, irrespertive of being In our church communlty their wider famllies and the public. In accordance wlth the Equality Art 2010 we support each of the nine protected characteristics, and help anyone approaching us regardless of personal back8round, or circumstances. We believe this philosophy of openness to all enriches everyone throu8h the sharing of skllls, attitudes, and life experiences. In more detall, the charlty provides . 'Helpline', a confidential and caring service via phone or e-mail for anyone with a difficult personal problem. This offers at least 'a listenin8 ear, and provldes for skilled sUPPOrt where necessary and available. 'Prayerline', a telephone service encouraging prayer for and with each other via a matrix of confidential helpers. Support for the spiritual wellbeing of church members and their wider families and friends who are facing life's difficulties. 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. Programmes of events and activities to consider issues and difficulties faced by our mernbers 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 year ended 30 September 2023 Support for an annual Sisters Day. to provide mutual encouragement to members, family, and friends and to contribute to communal worship. Comprehensive Website including a resources library covering many pastoral care issues. Individual support for those experiencin& and the carers of those experiencin& long term illness or disability by linking members who seek and/or offer support and practical help. Other practical and spiritual support as needs may arise. During this financial year the Charity carried out the following specific activities, Provided the annual update and Safeguardingtrainingfor nominated Designated Safeguarding Leads from acr055 our church network (Ortoberl. Provided training for our 'first line, telephone support contacts (February). Ran a 'Loneliness' awarene55 day (March). Supported a fellowship weekend at Holland House (Aprll). Supported the annual Sisters Day (May). Ran a Parents and Social Networking Securlty event (June). Led a Pralse & Fellowship event which showcased CSN activities to a wlder audience (September). In additlon, the Charity continued to provide safeguarding oversight to the UK Christadelphian community, providin8 8uidance on specific cases referred to itfrom churches, in addition to the training noted above. A revised safeguarding template has been published and the Charity will continue to encourage safeguarding best practice and compliance in each autonomous church where it applies. As a matter of principle all CSN Trustees carry UK DBS clearance. Our telephone Helpline and Prayerline saw continued activity throughout the period. We thank our Volunteer Members who manage and share the Helpline and Prayerline rotas, providing support for those in need. We also thank all of our Volunteers for their valuable contribution of time, energy, expertise and feedback without which we would not have been able to achieve so much. CSN developed and implemented a new CSN logo and house style, which is in process of being utilised in a new and refreshed website. 61Pag¢
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 The Charity published a new booklet on Bereavement which was well received. Our full publications range is now available via electronic download from our website, and we are pleased to see that this is now the primary means of distribution. During the year, the Charity made the decision not to repeat in 2024. longstanding January 'Beating the Blues, event nor the Sh311owford weekends, reflecting changes in demand and interest. Achievements and performance During the period to 30 September 2023, the Trustees have continued to comply with the Objects of the Charity. The Trustees regularly give tlme to the strategic direction of the Charity, the risks we face, and to review the policies and processes used to deliver our mission in meeting the chan8in8 needs of our communlty. Appropriate trainlng and supervision is in place for those who support the natlonal telephone Helpline and Prayerline. Phishing awareness training was provided as a part of thls. and a review. revision and simplification of our mailing database was completed. The constitution of CSN, as a Charitsble Incorporated Organisation 'CIO' embraces a significant membership. This includes both those who currently contribute to our work and past contributors, each of whom the current Trustees of the Charity have responsibility to. Trustees are now appointed for four-year terms. and are Ilmited to three consecutive terms, with up to one quarter of the trustees retiring annually. This is in line with Charity Commission best practice and balances both continuity of experlence. and refreshment wlth new skllls and perspectlves. It also ensures greater transparency and accountability in the governance of the Charity going forward. Safeguarding is proving to be a key and core component of CSN'S work for the Christadelphian community. To support our existing Safeguarding Trustee and to provide more continuty in tFYls area of service, CSN has set up a Safeguarding Sub- Committee which has six Members each providing support in terms of, policy, 71Page
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For tho y•ar •nd•d 30 S•pt•mb•r 2023 educatlon, and operatlonal experlence. Thls Sub-committee now develops sultable DSL tralnlng, pollcy revlew and provldes addltlonal expertlse to the Trustees. One member of thlsteam, James Hallworth has now been appolnted to the Management Commlttee of CSN to Increase our focus upon th15 518nfflcant area of rlsk. Under the new constltutlon, any Indlvldual baptlsed Into the Chrlstadelphlan communlty and supportlng the objects and values of the Charlty may become Member of the Charlty, on acceptance by the Trustees of a membershlp fonn detallln8 thelr relevant skllls and experlence. Detalls of how to become a Member have been posted on the Charltvs webslte. Flnanclal Revlew In the year ended 30 September 2023 the Charlty recelved Income of £20,580 and Incurred expendlture of £20,526 resultln8 In a small surplus for the year. On l October 2022, the Charlty was 8lfted net assets of £57,182 from Its predecessor Charlty, As at 30September 2023the Charlty held net assets of £57,236 represented by bank balance5. Declaratlon The Trustees d•clare that they have approved the Trustee's report set out above. Sl8ned on behalf of th• Charltys Trustees Gordon Dawes CSN Co-ordlnator 7 AprS12024
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 Independent Examinerfs report to the Trustees I report to the Trustees on fny examinatK)n of the accounts of the above Charity {'the Charity,) for the year ended 30 September 2023, which are set t on pages 10 to 13. The Charity'sTrustees are responsible forthe preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 {'the ACY). I rewt in respect of my examwkakn of the thar15 accounts carried out under section 145of the 2011Actand in carryingoutmy examination I have followed all of the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Sect 14515)(b) of the ACL Independent eMinerS Statemert I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examinat#)n whKh gives cause to believe that in any material res The accounting records were not kept in accordancewith section 130 . The COUnts dKI not COrd with the CoUnting records or The accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the forni and content of accounts set out in the Charities (knntsand Rets} RegulatN)ns 21X)8other than any requiranent that the accounts give a 'true and fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination,. with the examination to which attentK>n shoukl be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Neil sUtdif FCA 10 Park Lane Penwortham Preston PRI 9JB 7 April 2024 911'age
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 Income and Expenditure Account 2023 2022 Income Resources from Generated Funds Ecclesial donations Other Donations Bank Interest recelved 12,31S 1.636 303 14,254 Resources from Charftable Artlvltles Fellowship weekend fees: Shallowford House, Holland House, Books, and CD sales Awareness Days & Semlnar collections Sundries 2,612 3,695 19 6,326 Totsi income 20.580 IOIPdge
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 Resources used- Charitable Activities 2023 2022 Fellowship weekend expenses". Shallowford House. Holland House, Event expenses Trainin8 day expenses Publications Printing, postage, and statlonery Telephone Helpline Digital and webslte Insurance Committee & member expenses Accountin8 software Sundry expense5 5,328 360 351 2,554 352 922 1,725 776 206 180 132 2026 Surplus for the year IIIPag¢
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENT8 For the year •ndod 30 S•ptemb•r 2023 Balance sheet 2023 2022 Curr•nt Assets Cash Bank deposlt account Bank current accounts 36,476 20,760 Prepayments and Deposlts 57,236 57,236 Curr•nt Ilabllltl•s Amounts due wlthln one year N•t aiJ•t8 57,236 Ac¢umul•t•d Fund• Openln8 Balance Glft from predecessor Charlty Surplus for the year 57,182 54 Closlng B•lanc• 57,236 These Flnanclal statements were approved on 7 Aprll 2024 Slgned on behalf of the Trustees Gordon D•w•s Chalrman
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 Notes to the Financial Statements Accountlng Policles Basls of Accountlng Income Voluntary income and donations are accounted for as received by the Charity. Tax reclaims on donations a included in the period in which they are recovered. Expendlture Expenditure ts accounted for on an accrual's basis. Accumuloted Funds The Charit5 reserves constitute unrestricted funds that are expendable at the discretion of the trustees in the furtherance of the objerts of the Charity. Such fvnds may be held to finance both worklng capltal and capital Investment. It is the policy of the Charity to maintain a reserve of at least one yearfs net expendlture with a target of two yearfs net expenditure. Net expenditure is defined as total expenditure less that related to a specific item of discretionary expenditure, e.g., fellowship weekend income. At 30 September 2023, accumulated unrestricted funds were the equlvalent of 2.8 tlmes total expenditure and 4.1 times net expenditure. All expenditure on equlpment costin8 less than £500 is written off in the year of purchase. 1311'age
THE CHRISTADELPHIAN SUPPORT NETWORK FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ended 30 September 2023 Roles. Responsibillties and Appointment Detsils Mana8in8 Commlttee Trustee Appointed Trustee Retlrement /Re•electlon due 2026 2025 2026 Charlty Trustee Appointsd n/a 2015 2015 Jean Ballie. Colin Brilev. Karen Cox 2022 2022 2022 Strategy Finance Educational support IT and GDPR Co-ordinator & Chair Design Phil Cox. Gordon Dawes. 2015 2018 2022 2022 2026 2026 Julia Dean communScatlons. Praise Roy Dean 2015 2022 2026 Fellowship, Fellowship weekend Safe uardin Project support Helpline & Prayerllne Fellowship weekends Healthcare support & Publications Gill Holden. Alison Jones Hllary Knight. 2019 2023 2027 2015 2022 2024 Anna Whittsker. 2021 2022 2025 Trustee Name Predecessor Charity Appointed 2021 Appolnted Re- election due 2024 Area Neil Sutcliffe 2022 Honorary Auditor 141Page