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.
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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
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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.
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4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
G8f￿IdWeSten FoundalK)n
Philantropy
Will￿M 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
L￿ttt 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
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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
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