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Feline Fur Babies S )
North Wales
Charity Number1197805
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES PERIOD ENDED 31/03/2023 LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION**
Trustees Christina Williams Jean Bellinger Allison Webb Judith Jones Charity number 1197805 Principal address 47 South Avenue Prestatyn Denbighshire LL19 8TH
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
# **PERIOD ENDED 31/03/2023**
## **TRUSTEES' REPORT**
## **Objectives and Activities**
As outlined in its governing document, Feline Fur Babies North Wales exists for the benefit of the public to relieve the suffering of cats and kittens in need of care and attention and to provide and maintain rescue homes and other facilities for the reception, care and treatment of such animals.
## _Key activities include:_
•Providing essential shelter, food and veterinarian care to cats and kittens.
•Coordinating the care and rehoming of cats through a structured process facilitated by the charity's Facebook page.
•Offering a haven for feral cats, ensuring they receive necessary treatments before returning to their original homes.
All cats and kittens coming into our care are taken to the vet and neutered/spayed, given de-flea and de-worming tratment, vaccinated, microchipped, and given loving care and attention until they can go to their forever home.
These activities are integral to the charity's pursuit of its objectives, ensuring that cats and kittens are provided with essential care, and efforts are made to find them loving homes.
The trustees confirm their adherence to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit, recognising the importance of aligning their activities with the broader welfare of the public and the specific needs of cats and kittens in their care.
Feline Fur Babies North Wales is committed to fulfilling its stated purposes by actively engaging in activities that not only rescue and care for feline companions but also contribute to the well-being of the community at large. Through transparent and accountable practices, the charity strives to make a positive impact on both the feline population and the individuals who choose to adopt and support their mission.
## **Volunteers**
Volunteers are the heart and soul of Feline Fur Babies North Wales, embodying compassion and commitment. With approximately 25 dedicated individuals, their contributions extend across crucial roles:
•Fostering cats and kittens
•Managing 2 charity shops, ensuring smooth operations •Maintaining 2 catteries for a safe environment
•Active participation in fundraising activities
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
## **PERIOD ENDED 31/03/2023**
## **TRUSTEES' REPORT**
These selfless efforts not only enhance day-to-day operations but also significantly impact the wellbeing of the feline companions under the charity's care. Volunteers bring diverse skills, fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility. Their collective commitment sustains the charity's mission, making a profound difference in the lives of cats and kittens awaiting loving homes.
The charity expresses profound gratitude for the invaluable contributions of its volunteers.
## **Fosterers**
As we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our exceptional fosterers who have played a pivotal role in transitioning countless cats and kittens into loving forever homes, let's now turn our attention to the dedicated spaces where our long-term residents find solace and care. Beyond the doors of temporary fostering, we enter the realm of our catteries, where a handful of feline friends have found a permanent haven.
Among our long-term fosterers, heroes emerge with stories of compassion and commitment. Kate tenderly cares for Tammy, a feline companion battling thyroid issues, while Clare provides a nurturing home for Skye, who bravely faces the challenges of Feline Hysteria. In total, we have six remarkable long-term residents, each with their own unique tale of resilience.
The charity stands as a steadfast pillar of support, covering the costs of their food, veterinary care, and necessary medications. This ensures that these special individuals receive the attention and care they need, thanks to the generosity of our supporters.
Our foster team, from those who assist in the journey to forever homes to those who offer unwavering care for those with ongoing health challenges, embody the spirit of compassion that defines our rescue mission. Join us now as we step into the world of our catteries, where love, care, and hope intertwine to create a sanctuary for our cherished feline companions.
Fitzi came to us in December 2022 from a vet practice in the Wirral. Someone brought her in as a stray. She is chipped but unregistered, so we don’t know if she’s spayed. The vet guessed she was about 18months old. She has epilepsy and will fit unless she has her medication twice daily. Fitzi is a very grumpy lady cat and won’t let you pick her up to give her, her meds, she will however take it in her food. She is now in a permanent foster home with another cat we can’t home called Skye.
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
## **PERIOD ENDED 31/03/2023**
## **TRUSTEES' REPORT**
Skye is 4 years old and was picked up by a seagull when she was a 4- week-old kitten. The seagull took her up to the sky and dropped her leaving her with Feline Hysteria. If she doesn’t have her medication, she chases her tail round in circles. Skye is a loving friendly cat who is happy in her foster home along with Fitzi.
Blacky is a 10yr old male, fed by an elderly lady who sadly died. Blacky wasn’t her cat, he was a stray, but she fed him anyway. He is another cat with Cat Flu we are unable to clear. He lives quite happily in the cattery.
Tammys’ owner went into a nursing home, therefore, no longer able to care for her. When she came to us, we weren’t aware that she had Hyperthyroid. She has been very poorly and wasn’t expected to pull through but with regular vet trips and daily medication she did. Tammy came to us in May 2022 and is now with a permanent fosterer in a happy home. Tammy is a lovely cat who loves human affection.
Umbreon has severe cat flu which we are unable to treat. RSPCA Birmingham were going to put him to sleep as he wasn’t responding to medication. We took him in, and he seems happy enough in the cattery.This is another example of a feral cat who has learned to love humans.
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
## **PERIOD ENDED 31/03/2023**
## **TRUSTEES' REPORT**
While the charity has been in operation since 2020, it was officially registered with the Charity Commission in 2022, and these are the first set of accounts produced to cover the period from 02/04/2022 to 31/03/2023.
As this marks the initial reporting period for the charity, there are no brought forward figures from previous years. The cash funds balance of £8,000 as of 02/04/2022 is reflected as income from donations in this financial report. It is important to note that this cash funds balance represents the starting point for the charity's financial activities during the reporting period, and its inclusion in income serves to accurately portray the inflow of resources available for the charity's mission.
## **Financial Summary**
We are pleased to present a positive financial overview for the period ended 31/03/2023. The charity's total income amounted to £101,578, including an unrestricted grant of £5,000 generously provided by Denbighshire County Council. This grant played a crucial role in facilitating the much-needed improvements to our catteries, enhancing our facilities for the well-being of the animals in our care.
In terms of expenditure, our commitment to the welfare of animals is reflected in our spending on veterinary care and ongoing maintenance. The total expenditure for the period was £90,362, ensuring that our resources were directed towards our mission of providing a safe and caring environment for the animals under our guardianship.
As of the end of the reporting period, our financial position remains strong, with a cash carry-forward of £11,216. We express our sincere gratitude to Denbighshire County Council and all our donors, supporters, and volunteers for their unwavering commitment to our cause.
As trustees, we remain focused on financial sustainability, accountability, and transparency, and we look forward to further advancing our charitable objectives in the upcoming year.
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES PERIOD ENDED 31/03/2023 TRUSTEES' REPORT**
## **Structure, Governance, and Management**
## _Incorporation and Registration_
Feline Fur Babies North Wales operates as an unincorporated association, as outlined in its governing document adopted on 11/05/2020, and amended on 19/01/2022. The charity is formally registered with the Charity Commission on 04/02/2022, holding the registered charity number 1197805.
_The trustees who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were:_
Christina Williams (Chair) – appointed on 01/05/2020 Judith Jones – appointed on 01/02/2022 Jean Bellinger – appointed on 27/11/2023 Allison Webb – appointed on 27/11/2023 Corrie Robinson – appointed on 01/02/2022, resigned on 27/11/2023 Helen Wright – appointed on 01/02/2022, resigned on 27/11/2023
## _Trustee Selection Methods_
Previously, the founder/chair, Christina Williams, and secretary, Judith Jones, were responsible for appointing trustees. Recent amendments to the trustee selection process now involve all trustees, with the chair having the deciding vote. This adjustment ensures a more inclusive and collaborative approach to trustee appointments.
The trustees’ report was approved by the Board of Trustees.
……. J Bellinger **Trustee**
1/29/2024 Date:…….
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
## **PERIOD ENDED 31/03/2023**
## **TO THE TRUSTEES OF FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity for the period ended 31/03/2023.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees, you 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 accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
•accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
•the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
……. M Badauskaite Examiner
29/01/2024 Date:…….
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
## **PERIOD ENDED 31/03/2023**
## **RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS**
|Receipts
Grants and donations
Rehoming fees
Shops
Fundraising events
**Total receipts**
Payments
Cattery improvements
Cattery costs
Note 1
Fosterer costs
Shop costs
Note 2
Fundraising costs
Other support costs
Note 3
**Total payments**
Cash brought forward
**Cash carried forward**|**Unrestricted**
**Restricted**
**Total**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**2023**
**2023**
**2023**
**£**
**£**
**£**
16,914
-
16,914
27,575
-
27,575
29,685
-
29,685
27,404
-
27,404
**101,578**
**-**
**101,578**
8,477
-
8,477
52,463
-
52,463
7,530
-
7,530
12,676
-
12,676
2,654
-
2,654
6,563
-
6,563
**90,362**
**-**
**90,362**
-
-
-
**11,216**
**-**
**11,216**|**Total**
**Funds**
**2022**
**£**
-
-
-
-|
|---|---|---|
|||**-**
-
-
-
-
-
-|
|||-|
|||**-**|
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
## **AS AT 31/03/2023**
## **STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES**
|Cash funds
Cash at bank
Cash in hand|**Unrestricted**
**Restricted**
**Total**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**2023**
**2023**
**2023**
**£**
**£**
**£**
11,066
-
11,066
150
-
150
**11,216**
**-**
**11,216**|**Total**
**Funds**
**2022**
**£**
-
-|
|---|---|---|
|||**-**|
29/01/2024 The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on ….......
…... J Bellinger **Trustee**
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
## **AS AT 31/03/2023**
## **NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**
|**Note 1**
Cattery costs
Vet bills
Food/litter
Rent
**Note 2**
Shop costs
Rent and storage
Utilities
Shop management
**Note 3**
Other support costs
Insurance
Travel costs
Postage
Sundry|**Unrestricted**
**Restricted**
**Total**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**2023**
**2023**
**2023**
**£**
**£**
**£**
24,602
-
24,602
20,662
-
20,662
7,200
-
7,200
52,463
-
52,463
9,658
-
9,658
1,755
-
1,755
1,263
-
1,263
12,676
-
12,676
732
-
732
3,630
-
3,630
1,083
-
1,083
1,118
-
1,118
6,563
-
6,563|**Total**
**Funds**
**2022**
**£**
-
-
-|
|---|---|---|
|||-
-
-
-|
|||-
-
-
-
-|
|||-|
## **Other information**
Cattery Rent - The charity compensates Christina Williams (Chair) with £600 per month. These facilities were established prior to the charity's incorporation.
Shop Management - The charity compensates Allison Webb (Trustee) with £400 per month (plus petrol expenses) for managing the shops and co-ordinating the volunteers.
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## **FELINE FUR BABIES NORTH WALES**
## **GET IN TOUCH**
**Email**
felinefurbabiesnorthwales@gmail.com
**Phone** 01745853993
## **Facebook**
Feline Fur Babies North Wales - Charity number 1197805 Feline Fur Babies Funding Feline Fur Babies North Wales Shop
## **Charity shops**
4 Ffordd Ffynnon Prestatyn LL19 8BA
6 Rhodfa Wyn Prestatyn LL19 7UN
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