REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1198726 COMMUNITY CARE FOUNDATION BIRMINGHAM LTD ICCF) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2023 REGISTERED OFFICE: 12 Whitmore Road Small Heath, Birmingham BIOONP COMPANY NUMBER: 12436178 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st March 2023 CHAIR'S FOREWORD: l am delighted to present this year's trustees report and statement of financial activities for the year ended 31st March 2023. This report is based on a thorough evaluation of our succe$5ful fundraising efforts and the grant5 we have received over the past yearlsl. Despite the formidable challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic, our charity has remained resilient, meeting its targets and achieving posttive outcomes. I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to our dedicated team of staff, volunteers, and Management committee, whose unwavering commltment and enthusiasm have been instrumental in our continued success. Their determination serves as a testament to the indomitable spirtt of the CommunFty Care Foundation Birmingham Ltd, ensuring that we will forge ahead and accomplish even greater things in the foreseeable future. Given the aforementioned challenge5. our strategic aim5 remain cantered on the development, sustainability, and enhancement of our information, advice. and guidance services. We aim to provide access to employment, housin& asylum and immigration support, healthcare, welfare, and various other services to the majority of our disadvantaged service users. enabling their integration into mainstream society. In accordance with the Companies Art. the Trustee5 are pleased to present their Annual Report alongside the Financial Statements of Community Care Foundation Birmingham Ltd for the year ending 31st March 2023.
The trustees affirm that the Annual Report and Financial Statements ofthe Company comply with the statutory requirements of the company's governing document and the Statement of Recommended Practice ISORPI Accounting and Reporting by Charities, issued in March 2005. Furthermore, the Financial Statemenrs adhere to current statutory requirements and the provisions outlined in the Memorandum & Articles of Association. Strategic Plan To maintain the organisation's longevity and accomplish its strategic goals and objertives. Community Care Foundation Birmingham Ltd. is dedicated to the ongoing implementation and promotion of life skills initiatives. The main initiatives include employment and training for women, an information, advice, and guidance service, programmes for the elderly, and assistance for the communities of refugees, asylum seekers. and recent immigrant5 to facilitate their integration into Birmingham and the surrounding areas. In addition to the aforementioned strategic aims, Community Care Foundation Birmingham Ltd. will intfoduce new projects to equip its service users. such as asylum seekers. refu8ees, and new migrants, with essential skills, knowledge, and abilities. These projects encompass adult education, ICT training for women, fostering trust and relationships between parents and schools, or83nising after-school activities and youth developrnent, sports activities. as well as promoting economic engagement. The organisation also experts to create a new strategy plan for the years 2024-2027 that puts the provision of services to its consumers first. These goals will be worked towards using quarterly plans and annual commitments. However. the senior management team is continuously looking at new business models to safeguard the long-term stability of the charity given the constantly shifting financial, economic. and social landscape. GOVERNANCE & MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE OF COMMUNITY CARE FOUNDATION BIRMINGHAM.. Community Care Foundation Birmingham is a reBiStered charity and a company limtted by guarantee. Its governance and management strurture are defined by the Memorandurn and Articles of A550ciation. The organisation is overseen by a board of trustees. who are elected by the charity's members at the annual 8eneral meeting. These trustees also serve as directors for the purposes of company law. The board of trustees holds regular meetin85 throughout the year, where they di5CU55 and make decisions regarding the charity's actions and strategic direction. These meetings are attended by the senior management team. ensuring coordination and collaboration between the trustees and the management. While the trustees bear the ultimate responsibility for all the charity's activities, they have delegated the day-to-day operations and decision-makin8 for services to the manager and other staff member5. This delegation empowers the mana8er and staff to efficiently handle the or8anisation's daily functions. ensuring smooth operations and timely decision-making. 21Page
The Community Care Foundation Birmingham Ltd provides a distinrt division of duties by using this governance and management structure. The manager and staff are responsible for carrying out the organisation's mission and providing services to the community, while the board of trustees concentrate5 on providing strategic direction and oversight. Overall, this strurture encourages efficient govemance, responsibility, and teamwork, allowing the Community Care Foundation of 8irmin8ham to effectively carry out its charity goals and assist the local community. BOARD OF TRUSTEE Improving the effertiveness of the Board of Trustees requires focusing on clear communication, strategic plannin& and diverse representation. Key strategies to achieve this include enhancing communication channels, streamlining information flow, implementing strategic planning processes, fostering diversity and inclusion. providing ongoing training and development, evaluating committee structures, engaging external expertise. and promoting trustee engagement with the institution and its stakeholders. By implementing these strategies, the board can enhance its governance prattices and contribute to the success of the organisation. Background The Community Care Foundation Birmingham is a community-based charity operating in East Birmin8ham, an area known for high levels of deprivation. The foundation aims to remove barriers and social inequalities faced by the communtty through holistic support services. Their artivities include relief, advocacy, and social and educational activities for refugees, asylum seekefs, migrants, and the general public in the Small Heath area of Birmingham. They provide confidential advice, Information, and representation, with a focus on immigration issues. They also offer translation and interpretin8 services. The foundation promotes and facilitates the education and training of Somali children, young people, ond women. particularly refugees and asylum seekers. They organise after- school classes for children from deprived background5 Within the Somali community and offer free IT trainin8 to the broader community- The foundation's ultimate goal is to challenge deprivation and improve lives by addressin8 interconnected personal and family issues through integrated solutions. Aims & Objectives: The Charitable's Objects are as follows: i. The relief of in particular but not exclusively the people of Somali descent and other member of the public in Small Heath, Birmingham, its surrounding areas and in Somalia. includin8 refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants who are in conditions of poverty, hardship and distress in particular by providing information, advice and guidance,
representation, translation, and interpretation services in matters such as asylum and immigration. welfare benefits. housin& health education, training and employment. 2. The advancement ofthe education of Somali Community and other members of the public in particular refugees asylum seekers and vulnerable rnigr3nts, and oth@r members of the public in order to a551St their inclusion and integration in the wider community. 3. The promotion of social inclusion for the pubSic benefrt amongst those beneficiaries who are socially excluded by providing education, promoting and protecting their physical and mental health and training to build capacity to relieve the needs of those people and assist them to integrate into Society. 4. To develop the capacity and skills of the members of society and economicallv disadvantaged migrants for example, by promoting their education especially of children and juveniles,. women and other disadvantaged members of the public and increasing their effective participation within the wider community in UK in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet their needs to participate more fully in society. MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to empower the Somali community by fostering self-confidence, promoting healthier lifestyles, and cultivating economic strength. We are dedicated to addressing inequality, breaking down barriers that contribute to social isolation, and facilitating integration. Through enhancing skills and professionalism, we aim to enable individuals to actively contribute to broader British society. ACHIEVEMENTS & PERFORMANCES FOR THE YEAR 202212023 Community Care Foundation Birmingham Ltd. is committed to enriching the lives of individuals within the local community by offering an extensive array of services. Through collaboration with our esteemed clients, funders, and supporters, we have consistently endeavoured to develop innovative initiatives that tackle prevalent social and economic challenges. As we reflect upon the accomplishments of the year 2022-2023, we take immense pride in highlighting the following noteworthy achievements- l} Food Support for Families: Assisted more than 750 families, with an average of 5 to 6 members per family, both during and after the COVID-19 lockdown period. Our primèry goal was to ensure these families had access to nutritious food to sustain them through difficult times. Implemented a comprehensive approach by distributing food vouchers and providing essential food supplies to low-income families. This initiative effectively alleviated their 41Page
financial burden and ensured their basic needs were met during these challen8in8 circumstances. fostering a dedicated team of volunteers and staff members who selflessly devoted their time and effort from early August 2022 until the Ènd of March 2023. Their tireless work played a crucial role in organising and efficiently distributing food resources to the families in need. Attively pursued funding QPPOrtunities from various sources, successfully securing financial support for our food delivery programme. This enabled us to extend our reach and help an even larger number of families facing food insecurity and related challenges. By focusing on these core accomplishments, we made a significant impact on the lives of those in need, ensurin8 that they received vital nourishment during the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath. 2. Elderly Client Support= Engaged in extensive outreach effort5 and conducted home visits to 50 elderly client5. offerin8 tailored support in handling bill payments, interpreting official correspondence, and navigating complex financial affairs. This dedicated assistance significantly reduced their stress levels and contributed to an enhanced quality of life. Successfully alleviated financial burdens and facilitated seamless communication channels for elderly individuals. guaranteein8 their uninterrupted access to vital services and invaluable resources. Promoted the overall well-being and independence of our elderly clientele, fostering a profound sense of security and connectedness within their immediate community. 3. Information. Advice. and Guldante: Extensively aided disadvantaged asylum seekers, refugees, vulnerable migrant5. and other community members by offering invaluable information, advice, and guidance. Overcame language barriers and facilitated access to crucial services by assisting individuals with limited English language proficiencv. Tackled obstacles that hindered the utilisation of mainstream or Statutory service providers, empowering individuals to navigate complex systems while advocating for their rights and needs. Provided comprehertrsive 35slStance to 4ChJ service users through online inquiries on diverse subjects such as housing, utility disputes, translation services, healthcare provider registration. education, employment. immigration. and more. By equipping them with the necessary information. we enabled informed decision-making and fostered the improvement of their circumstances. 51Page
- Education, Employment. and Welfare Support: We have provided information, advice. and guidance to IOS asylum seekers. refugees. and vulnerable migrants, enabling theTn to access education, employment. and welfare benefits. Thi5 SUPPOrt has fostered empowerment. reduced social isolation, and improved access to essential services. f2cilit2ting their integration into the community. Moreover. by increasing their understanding of rights and entitlements. I have empowered refugees to advocate for themselves and create a better future. Overall. our work has contributed to improving the lives of individuals and promoting a more inclusive society.
- ESOL and Skills Development: By providing them with crucial ESOL skills. we empowered and changed the lives of 50 adults from the local community and 65 adults from the Somali community. These abilities stren8thened their general communication skills as well as their English language abilities. Significantly intreased people's drive. self-confidence, and aspirations, openin8 doors for upcoming trainin8 and work chances. We have aided their personal development and given them the tools they need to make significant contributions to society by giving them the freedom to follow their professional ambitions. Provided 20 adults from other communities and 55 adults from the Somali community with the essential employability skills they needed to find work and succeed in the current competitive job market. A wide variety of fundamental skills were taught, including how to construrt a CV, conduct interviews, solve problems, manage time effectively. and work well in teams. These learned abilities are essential for both personal and professional success because they ensure people are ready to meet obstacles and seize opportunrties.
- Women's Empowerment: 35 women from the Somali community and 20 women from other members ofthe community were recruited, and they received committed support to enable them to successfully finish the online ESOL and online courses. We wanted to empower these women and give them the skills they needed to improve their capacity for self-reliance. independence, and job application by building an intlusive learning environment. They were able to take back control of their lives and confidently pursue their particular goa15 thank5 to this effort.
- Information Access: Assisted a total of 7CQ individuals. including 500 members from the Somali community and 21 individuals from other communities. by offering invaluable information, advice, and guidance on a wide range of topics. Facilitated access to essential services and ri8hts. empowering individuals to make informed decisions and navigate complex systems. 61Page
Helped individual's access information on home energy supplies, social housin& education. healthcare, immigration, and more. improving their overall well-being and quality of life. 8. Elderly Support: Implemented and managed 100 home visits, led by a committed group of nine caring volunteers. to offer 50 elderly people essential aid and assistance. This programme made sure that these seniors got the crucial assistance they needed. allowing them to enjoy more fulfilled lives. Our dedicated group of volunteers went atM)ve and beyond by helping with bill payments and providin8 priceless support in understanding convoluted government communications. We decreased their stress and improved their general quality of life by removing the load that was placed on these older people. Improved their quality of life and fostered their self-sufficiency, empowering them to 8racefully navigate the ageing process while continuing to attively contribute to their community. 9. Enhanced Children and Youth Development: Empowered 105 children and youn8 people by fostering self-confidence, motivation, and aspirations through engaging after-school activities. Guided and assisted these individuals in planning their future steps after completing Key Stages 1-4, ensuring a clear path for their educational and personal growth. Provided comprehensive support to 35 young people. helping them improve their life skills and progress further in education through personalised homework assignments and enriching after-school activities. thus setting them up for success in their academic pursuits. Strengthened the employability skills of 25 young people a8ed 18-25, equipping them with the necessary tools to secure me3ningFul employment and actively contribute to their community. FINANCIAL REVIEW The charity's direttors plan to use the additional funds to finance hirin& purchasing, and the creation of new produrts. This strategy helps the organisation achieve it5 goals of maintaining and enhancing Its setvices. The charity can achieve its objective by attracting and retaining skilled personnel by investin8 in its human resources. Equipment purchases boost productivity. quality, and the capacity to offer more services. Product development ensures the nonprofrt can respond to shifting requirements and produce fresh ideas. This plan, taken as a whole, shows a dedication to enhancing the group's capacities and maxirnising its influence in support of its humanitarian objectives. 71Page
RISK MANAGEMENT The management Committee ri8orously evaluates key risk ossessments related to the charity's expenditures on a regular basis. By creating a thorough risk fecoid, which is diligently updated at least once a year. they have taken preventative precautions. Additionally, the institution has put in place reliable processes and practises to efficiently reduce any dangers the charity may face while carryin8 Out its regular business. The main hazards facing the charity have been thoroughly examined by the board of trustees. As a result, they have put in place strategic steps to reduce these risks. Given that the charity's main funding sources will end in the next few years, as was previously noted, it is extremely important to guarantee the continuity of several critical services. HEALTH AND SAFETY As the designated health and safety coordinator, the Offi manager is in charge of monitoring employee health and safety. They do an annual audit and risk review, acting appropriately within their scope of responsibility and advising the senior management team on additional necessary steps. They carry out risk analyses, create action plans, and set priorities for tasks that will reduce or get rid of dan8ers. The office manager oversees 3 staff health and safety committee, plans training sessions. and conducts incident investigations. They keep records updated, keep an eye on compliance, and send management regular updates. Their overall responsibility is to provide a safe workplace and promote health and safety procedures throughout the company. STAFFING POLICY Incorporating feedback from staff and their representatives, the board undertakes annual evaluations of its personnel and human resources policie5 and processes. This practise encourages openness and diversity within the company. Staff pay, hiring procedures. and HR structure5 are just a few of the topics covered in the assessments. The board makes sure that these areas are being evaluated, that pay is competitive, that hiring procedures are fair and efficient. and that the HR structure supports the objective5 of the company and the needs of the employees. An enga8ed workforce, a healthy work environment, and compliance with rules and laws are all benefits of regular reviews. FUNDRAISING Fundraising activities are exclusively focused on projert and core funding bids developed by our dedicated employees. We refrain from making public or other appeals for donations. However, on occasion. we may seek the assistance of professional fundraisers to enhance our resource acquisition efforts. 81Page
RESERVES POLICY The Trustees have put in place a thorough reserves strategy to handle the money held by the organisation that 15 not currently invested in or assi8ned to tangible fixed assets, or free reserves,, effectively. We do not currently have any free reserves, but we do have monies that have been set aside for investment in particular projects. The contingency fund is thoroughly reviewed by the Trustees annually to make sure it is in line with the needs of the organi5ation's operations. This assessment seeks to precisely identify the right amount of reserves required to SUPPOrt the organisation's operations. FUNDERS The Community Care Foundation Birmingham {CCFBI received funding from a number of organisations during the fiscal year 2022-2023. including the Garfield Weston Foundation, Birmin8ham City, Baron Davenport's Charity, The Eveson Charitable Trust.William A Cadbury Charitable Trust, Philanthropy Financial Hardship Fund. and the Heart of En8land Community Foundation. These donors, along with a great number of others, gave generously to help the CCF'S clients who were in need of assistance. The variety of donors demonstrates their understanding of and confidence in the CCF'S goal. Their assistance enables the chartty to offer those in need the programmes, resources, and services they require. The CCF thanks these donors for their support and recognises their critical function in aiding those who are socially disadvantaged. The long-term viabilty and success of the CCF'S efforts depend on developin8 solid relationships with funders. INVESTMENT POLICY The organisation does not have a plan for investing any reserves because it does not produce enough income to support investments due to a lack of funds and cashflow. 91Page
Accountants'reporttothedirertorsof COMMUNITYCAREFOUNDATIONBIRMINGHAMLTD You consider that the charity is exempt from an audit for the year ended 31 March 2023. Youhave acknowledged, on the balance sheet, your responsibilities for complying with the requirementsof the Charities Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.These responsibilities include preparing accounts that give a true and fair view of the state of affairsof thecompanyattheendof thefinancialyearandof its profitorlossfor thefinancialyear. In accordance with your instructions, we have prepared the accounts which comprise the Profit andLoss Account and the Balance Sheet from the accounting records of the company and on the basisofinformationandexplanationsyouh3ve8iventous. We have not carried out an audti or any other review, and consequently we do not express anyopinionontheseaccounts. StarlinkAccountan tsAccountants 26GrangeRoad Small HeathBirmingh am8109QN Starlink Accountants 26 Grange Roao Small Heath BirfftinghGm B10 9QN Tel. 0121270 ?966 Fax. 0121247 5366 E.. infoC(LSlarlinkaccountants co.uk W. starlinkaccountants. co. uk 26May2023 10IPage
COMMUNITY CARE FOUNDATION BIRMINGHAM LTD Profit and Loss Account for the year ended 31 March 2023 2023 2022 Turnovor 45.603 41,789 Staff costs Other charges {17.5451 {20,5551 120.3541 128,5651 Profivllossl before taxation 7,503 17.1301 ProfiUllt)88) 7.503 7,130 11 |Page
COMMUNifi CARE FOUNDATION BIRMINGHAM LTD Dotailed profit and loss account itèms for the year ended 31 March 2023 This scheLlule cloes not lomi part of stalutory aC17Xmts 2023 2022 Income Big Lottery Heart of England Community Foundabon Voice4Change 8irrningham Cty Council Donation Emergency Food Assistance Programme The Clothwofkers, Foundation Eveson Trust Baran Davenport G8fIdWeSten FoundalK)n Philantropy WillM A Cadbury Charrtabk Twst 9.996 5.000 1.000 896 13,147 4,750 7,0 10,000 3.200 5.903 10.OCK) 500 10,000 5,000 1.1)00 45.603 41.789 Staff coBts Wages and salaries Volunteer Expenses 16.875 670 19.804 550 17.545 20.354 Other charges Premi5e5 Costs". Rent Lttt and heal 10.320 2.000 12.320 10,320 1,885 12,205 General administrative expenses.. Telephone ano inlemet Stationery and pnnting General OffKe Expenses EqLtipmenl expensed 980 500 430 1,140 520 430 7.100 9.190 7.910 Legal and professional costs.. Public Liabilities Insurance Adverb'sing and PR Staff DBS Checks 325 650 3SO 1,325 315 650 180 1,145 Other FrK%J Distnbution for VulnerableLow-Ineome Families 5.000 6.025 6,025 20.555 28,565 COMMUNifi CARE FOUNDATION BIRMINGHAM LTD 121Page
COMMUNITY CARE FOUNDATION BIRMINGHAM LTD Registered number: 12436178 Balance Sheet as at 31 March 2023 2023 2022 CLJrrent assets Creditors.. amounts falling due within one year Nel current assetsllliabilits'esl Total assets less ¢urrent liabilits.es Net assetsl{liabilitiesl 7,502 319 7,129 7,449 373 373 373 7,130 Capital and reser¥os 373 7.130 Number Average number of employees Number Mr Osman Hussein Director Approved by the board on 23 June 2022 131Page