Charity Commission Clean Slate Accounts Forthe period from 1st April2024 to 31st March 2025 Contents Pa Independont Examinefs Report Trustees Annual Report
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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLANO AND WALES Independent examinerfs report on the accounts Section A Independent Examinerfs Report Report to the trusteesl members of Clean Slate On accounts for the year ended 31" March 2025 Charlty no (rf any 1197726 Set out on pages I report to the tnjstees on my eXaMinatn of the accounts of the above charity (Ihe Trusf) for the year ended 3110312025. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charitys trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in a¢cc*dance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (ihe I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carying Out my examination, I have followed all the apFAicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145{5)Ib} of the Act. Indepondent rrhe charTty's gross income exceeded £250,000 and l am qualified to examiner's statement undertake Ihe examInatn by being a qualified member of {insert name of applicable listed b(MJyll. Delete [ ] rfnot applicable. I have completed my examinatson. I confimi that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination {other than Ihat disdosed below ") which gives me cause to believe that in. any material resped.. the accounw records we rx>t kept in aCcordara With sectton 130 of the Charities Ad,. or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records., or the accounts did not comtyy wrth the applicable requirements conmIng the form and conterrt of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and ReForts} Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a Irue and fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an irKlependent examination. I have no concems arKI 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. . Please delete the words in the brackets rfthey do not apply. Signed: L Boss 0710812025 Name: Leeann Boss Relevant professional AAT IER Oct 2018
quallfication(s) or body (if any}: Address: 90, Purslane Drive Bicester OX26 3EF Section B Disclosure Only complete rf the examiner needs to highlighl material matters of concem (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and gLtidance for examiners). Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to discloso. IER Oct 2018
Trustees. Annual Report for the period Peritsj start date Period end date '. 2024 . 2025 To Section A Reference and administration details Charfty name can Slate Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (rf any) 1197726 CharlS principal address The Chapel, Building 572 Bnce Road Upper Heyford Oxon Postcode OX25 5fE Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Date8 acted rf fiot forvtho Trustse name Office Irf any) Namè of pBr8on lor body) entitled toa rfan Jo Baker Chair Megan Foster Rebecca Sutherland Amy Farrell Amanda Lovejoy Penelope Buckler Tanya Macdonald Gemma Roper Louise Yeomans Secretary 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Names of the trustees for the charity, if any. (for example, any custodian trustees) Name Datss acted rf not for whole ear
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional infomiation) of adviser Name Address Namè of chief executive or names of senior stsff members {Optional informatlon) Nadia Brown CEO Section B Structure, overnance and mana ement Description of tho charity's trusts Constttulion Adopted on the 31st of January 2022 when changing lo CIO originally constituted on 231912009 Type of goveming document How the charity is constituted cio Trustee selection methods Trustees are appointed or reappointed annually at the Annual General Meeting held in February Additional governance issues {Optional infom)atlon) The Board Trustees are reswnsible for Ihe integral running of Clean Slate, and to ensure that services grven are ethically and morally delivered. Ail disputes arKI complaints a deatt with by the Trustees if major or complex. This consists of a group of named individuals who are responsible to the charrty and the Charities Commission. You may chooso to inctude additional information, where relevant, about.. policies and ProdureS adopted for the induction and training of trustees" the charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the chanty There is a standing agenda item for. Safeguarding Complaints and Inadents Standards and Qual. CÉO report- (Service delivery update) • relationship with any related The CEO is a paid member of staff who is supported by two part-time coordinators. They oversee the general running of the whole selv1 and are accountable to the Board of Trustees The CEO seeks the views of users, staff, and volunteers when deciding on the actiVFties we provide. trustees, consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them. There is a safeguarding policy in pla. Criminal Records Bureau checks are carried out before commencement of employment or tnjsteeship and checks are Carried out again in line with statutory requirements. All volunteers and Trustees are required to attend Inductions and undertake Level 1 Safeguarding before commencing their role. Clean Slate is affiliated wilh The Survivors Trust. Members of the National Counselling Society & ACCPH, we have a long-running affiliation with Dorchester knving who allow us to run our servi$ from their premises at a reduced rate. All trustees give their time voluntarily and re1ve no remuneration or other beneffts.
Section C Objectives and activities To further or benefft Adults and Young People (the beneficiaries) in the UK, in particular in Cheell and wider Oxfordshire, without dislin¢tion of sexual orientation. ra or of polrtical, religious or other opinions by associating together the said beneficiaries and voluntary and other organisations in a common effort to advance education, protect and preserve good physical and mental heatth. for the victims of Physical, Mental and Sexual Abuse. Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document Summary of Activities Undertaken for the Public Benefit12024-25} During the financial year 2024-25, Clean Slate continued to deliver therapeutic services and support programmes designed to promote emotional wellbeing, personal agency. and community integration. Our core activities induded: Individual and Group Support. Providing accessible therapeLrtic spaS and group programmes focused on healing, resilience, and empowemient. These induded 'Healing Your Inner Child.. which was speufically designed to offer shame-free, non- judgemental support. Volunteer Coordination and SupeNision.' Engaging and supervising a dedicated network of volunteers, ensuring they receive reflective support and training to uphold safeguarding standards and offer infomed, empathetic care. Resource Development. Creating and distributing practical tools and reflective sheets for both clients and practitioners, designed to encourage emotional regulation, setfxploration, and supportive engagement. Safeguarding and Ethical Oversight Implementing robust safeguarding ProUreS and compliance mechanisms to ensure our services remained safe. inclusive, and aligned with our values of participant dtgnity and autonomy. Community Advoca¢y and Accessibility. Ensuring our programmes were finanaally accessible through tiered fee stnjctures and flexible registration processes. Communications We tailored to foster transparency and psythological safety. Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the ststutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit) The trustees have had due regard to the guidan issued by the Charity Commission on public benefft, and confirm that all activities carried out during the year Seed to further Clean Slate's charitable objectives and deliver tangible public benefft Additional detalls of objectives and activittes {Optional infomiation) You may ch¢xw to include Jrther statements, where relevant, about.. policy on grantmaking., policy programme related investment., contribution made by volunteers. We are dpty appreciatNe of the generous time, energy, and expertise our volunteers have invested throughout the year. Their dedication bvhether through listenirg, encouraging clients, or working alongside our leanhaS been instrumental to everything we've achieved. Volunteers continue to be at the heart of Clean Slate's mission. This year. the value of in-kind contributions surpassed £150,00Ore Ihan double that of previous yea[5. This growth reflects both the increasing volume of referrals and our strategic expansion of the volunteer leam to meet rising demand, ensuring participants continue to receive accessible, su
Section D Achievements and performance Clean Slate has had a transfomative year of growth and deepened impact. Over the course of 2024-25, we.. Received 208 referrals. refiects'ng a strong and grOVng demand for our sep11S Delivered 4214 hours of counselling. offering highquality therapeutic supwt to individuals navuating complex emotional challenges Supported 150 clients through counselling. contributing to healing, setf-understanding, and improved wellbeing Increased regular attendan al our women's support group, expanding access to communal healing and peer connection Sustained a team of 97 qualified and trainee counsellors, enhancing capacity while nurturing professional growth Welcomed three trainee social workers from Oxford Brookes Universty, refiecting our commitment to professional development and collatKJratNe practi Summary ofthe main achievements of the charity during the year These milestones rellect Clean Slate's dedication to meeting rising communty needs while maintaining excellence in therapeutic provision, safeguarding, and ethical Gare. Section E Financial review Cash at bank on 311W2025 was £20490 Brief statemerrt of the charity's policy on reserves £8340 - Unrestrrcted furKIs £12467 - Restricted. The charity faces its main financial risk with thè potential loss of funding rtunities, and reduced donations. and contributions. Details of any funds materlally in deficit Not applicable Further financial review detsils {OpJonal Inf0mtIon) Clean Slate's prinopal sources of income during 2024-25 included.. Client Contribulions." Income from counselling services and therapeutic programmes, structured to ensure finanGial accessibility while sustaining service qualty. Voluntary Donations and Fundralsing.. Contn'butions from individuals and communty partners, including ad hoc fundraising intliattves and in-k]"nd support. Volunteer Contributions.. Though not a financial inflow, the signrficant value of volunteer hours {exGeeding £150,000 this year) materially strengthened our capacity and reach. You may choose to include additional irrfomiation. vthere relevant about: the charity's principal SoUS of funds (induding any fundraising),. how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity- investment policy and objeclives including any ethical investment policy adopted. All income was direded t(Marts advancing our charitable objectives Clean State receiv&J a variety of grants and charitable donations throughout the financial year, totalling £15.730.00. These funds directly supported Servi delivery across key programme areas, including female services, Ma seNi¢es, and youth engagement. Notable contributtons induded.. Warburtons
Cherwell Lottery Moto Foundation Albert Hunt Trust Platform Housing Oxford Diocesan Souter Charitable Tn Allen Lance Foundation JAPye 650.IX) I(MJO.(KI 21n). 2180.(K) i(. 2C(KI.C(I 31JJ).(J) 251N). Clean Slate received generous financial support from local Parish and Tolvn Councils across the regton. totalling £2,876.00. These contributions reflect growing recognition of our therapeutic and safeguarding work within local communities. Section F Other optional information Future Plans (2025-26) Clean Slate is entering a year of irrtentional grthvth. f(xsIng on quality. accessitmlty. and sustainability: Increase fundraising income to supwrt programme development and core operations Train and deliver the lkn My Life programme, with emphasis on voluntaor training and facllltation support Promote self-paced therapeutic courses for fiexible. independent leaming Use social media stratsgiGally to amplrfy reach arKI deen engagement Long-Tenn Wision As Clean Slate continues building stability and impact. our long-temi goals include- Secure additional faGe-tO-face counselling space to meet rising demarKI Develop a funding strategy for premises. aligning with our values and future scale Transition to self-funding to reduce grant dependency and support organisational autonomy Establish a youth provision, bringing trauma-informed SUPFQrt to younger participants Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trusteos. roport above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Slgnature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary. Chair, Jo Baker Chair
CHARITY COMM155ION FOR ENGLAND ANO WALES 119n26 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the peri(xl 15tWil 2024 To 31st March 202S Section A Receipts and payments Ettdownt Tolal fund# funds Last poriod knthe noArei£ ioth• . toth• numt£ A1 Recei Grants Contract Charitable Trusts Parh Coun¢x Fundra DonabonslPkdges Client Contribution GittAid Furtoughlsundry Syb totallGfOSS irscome forARI 1.281 4,230 5.511 18.000 10,SOO 2,476 1.165 2,025 54,087 5,341 16.413 6.315 1.602 5.225 45.411 6.746 2,476 762 2.025 54.087 5.341 A2 Ass•t and investnRTrt sales, (see tsblel. Sub total Totsl r•celpts 67Jn 13.n3 81.105 99,712 SaL8ries Subcontrad Fees Rent Telephone & Intemet ZooFn Communication Offir£ Suppl5 Postage Fundraising Charges Insurance Accounts Audrt & PayToII IT & SOFTWARE 22.730 8.993 1.090 24 140 413 67,573 9.643 1.090 1.424 140 65,603 7.383 960 376 187 744 51 1.032 730 397 210 386 1.032 730 397 210 606 679 420 Subscriptv)ll5 Traillng Voluntear Exns£S Work Frlyn Hon7e 10 Travel Expenses DBS Checks WorrftTrs Support Group Sundry PuNrity & Sundry 100 162 1.225 1,800 634 283 120 2,377 1,094 1,80D 250 156 1S6 1.101 1,247 Sub total A4 Assèt and investment purchases, (see table) Sub total Total payments Net of recelpts/(paymentsJ AS Trnnsfers betrfftn funds A6 Ca¥h funds last year end Cash funds thts year end 23,000 23.000 20,8
Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period Unrestri¢ted fvnds Rèstri¢ted fun(ts to Thrat£ Endowment funds ti+ nèaYe#t£ Catégories Detaib t¢ nfrawt B1 Cash funds 8,023 317 12.467 PAYPAL Total cash funds 12.467 crfsll Unrestrictsd | funds to n¢aretst£ R•strictrd funds to no•rn8t£ Endowment funds to n8afOStÉ Details B2 Other monetsry assets AYDYEN COlfTrWLITr)NS REcEED NDUIIKCOIITrIBUTIONS RECEIVED 15 15 Fund to wiifjch Cuntntvalu• Details Gost1optkn Pul10Th1Eh Cuyinit ¥alu* Detslls I¢piioM 84 Assets retained for the ¢harity'8 own uso Detai15 HAIRC PAYE B5 Liabilities 3.257 885 12025 SUBCONTRACT FEES Unrestricted FINANGE CHARGES Unrestricted 04 Aprfl 2025 Signed by one OT hvo Irust88s on behaw ol all the trusteas int Name roval J . . GosT& 01 IoEIz