## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period**
## **From 2022 Period start date To 2023 Period end date Charity name: CANCER UK-SALONE**
## **Charity registration number: 1198908**
## **Objectives and Activities**
||SORP reference||
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|Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document|Para 1.17|**Summary of the Purposes of CANCER**
**UK-SALONE**
**As outlined in its governing document,**
**CANCER UK-SALONE is established to:**
**1. Raise Cancer Awareness –**
**Promote education and**
**awareness about cancer**
**prevention, early detection, and**
**treatment, particularly in Sierra**
**Leone and other underserved**
**communities.**
**2. Support Cancer Patients and**
**Survivors – Provide emotional,**
**psychological, and practical**
**support to individuals and**
**families affected by cancer.**
**3. Advocate for Improved**
**Healthcare Services – Work with**
**healthcare providers,**
**policymakers, and stakeholders**
**to improve access to cancer**
**screening, diagnosis, and**
**treatment services.**
**4. Organize Community**
**Engagement Initiatives – Conduct**
**outreach programs, campaigns,**
**and event such as the Breast**
**Cancer Awareness Month**
**encourage public participation in**
**cancer prevention and support.**
**5. Fundraising and Resource**
**Mobilisation – Secure funding**
**through donations, grants, and**
**partnerships to sustain and**
**expand cancer-related programs**
**and initiatives.**
**6. Collaborate with Medical and**
**Research Institutions – Support**
**and promote cancer research,**
**training, and capacity-building**|
|||**initiatives to improve cancer care**
**and knowledge.**
**These objectives align with the charity’s**
**mission to reduce the burden of cancer**
**in Sierra Leone and beyond, ensuring**
**better health outcomes for affected**
**communities.**|
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|Summary of the main
activities in relation to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or
services identified in the
accounts.|Para 1.17 and
1.19|**Summary of Main Activities for**
**Public Benefit**
In alignment with its charitable purposes,
**CANCER UK-SALONE**has undertaken
several activities, projects, and services to
benefit the public. These initiatives aim to
raise awareness, provide support, and
advocate for improved cancer care,
particularly in Sierra Leone.
**1. Launched the Charity in UK with a**
**breast cancer event (October 2022)**
**2. Breast Cancer Awareness in Sierra**
**Leone (October 2022)**
Conducted free community outreach
sessions on self- examination and the
importance of Mammographic screenings
**3. Launched the Charity in Sierra Leone**
**on World Cancer Day event (February**
**2023)**
• Statements made by Ministry of
Health Chief Medical Officer,
WHO.
• Launched by a representative of
the British High Commissioner to
Sierra Leone**.**
**4. Media engagement**
• Founder interviewed by BBC
Focus on African Cancer
• TV and radio interview in Sierra
Leone introducing the Charity and its
mandates.
**5. Advocacy and Healthcare**
**Collaboration**|
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Engaged policymakers to advocate
for**improved cancer care policies**
and**better healthcare**
**infrastructure**for early detection
and treatment.
•
Created partnerships with
hospitals, media outlets and
Charitable organization dealing with
health and social care.
**4. Financial Overview and Resource**
**Utilization**
•
**Total Income:**£6,000 (funds raised
through donations, sponsorships,
and grants).
•
**Total Expenses:**£2,828 (allocated
to awareness campaigns, event
logistics, and support programs).
•
**Net Balance:**£3,172 (to be
reinvested into future cancer
programs and patient support
initiatives).
These activities directly contribute to the
**public benefit**by increasing cancer
awareness, promoting early detection,
supporting affected individuals, and
advocating for better healthcare services.|
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|Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit|Para 1.18|**Statement on Public Benefit**
**Guidance Compliance**
The trustees of**CANCER UK-SALONE**
confirm that they have had full regard to the
guidance issued by the**UK Charity**
**Commission**on public benefit.
In all activities undertaken during the
2023–2024 financial year, the trustees have
ensured that the charity’s work aligns with
the**public benefit requirement**,
particularly in the areas of:
•
**Raising awareness**about cancer
prevention, early detection, and
treatment.
•
**Providing support services**to
individuals and families affected by
cancer.|
- **Collaborating with healthcare providers and policymakers** to improve cancer care accessibility.
- • **Conducting public education programs** to empower communities with life-saving knowledge.
The trustees continue to uphold these principles, ensuring that all programs and initiatives directly benefit the public and contribute to the charity’s mission of reducing the impact of cancer in Sierra Leone and UK.
## **Additional information (optional)**
## You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
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## **Achievements and Performance**
SORP reference
|Summary of the main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity’s work has made to
the circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benefits to society as a
whole.|Para 1.20|**Summary of Main Achievements**
**and Impact**
During the 2022–2023 period,**CANCER**
**UK-SALONE**has made significant
progress in**raising awareness, supporting**
**cancer patients, and advocating for**
**improved healthcare services**in Sierra
Leone. The charity’s initiatives have had a
**direct impact on beneficiaries**while also
contributing to wider societal benefits.
**1. Increased Public Awareness and Early**
**Detection Efforts**
•
Through**Breast Cancer Awareness**
**Month (October 2022 and 2023)**
and community education programs,
thousands of women gained
knowledge about**breast self-**
**examinations, early warning signs,**
**and the importance of screening**.
This has encouraged more women to
seek early diagnosis and treatment,
improving survival rates.
**2. Direct Support to patients Sierra**
**Leone**
•
Donation of palliative care drug
worth £4,000 to Connaught hospital
Palliative Care Team donated to
charity in kind.
•
Donation of learning materials and
food items to Ola During Oncology
children’s ward
•
Donation of surgical materials
(dressings) and COVID 19 infection
prevention control (IPC) supplies to
oncology ward in Connaught
Hospital.
**3. Advocacy and Policy Influence**
•
Engaged with**government officials,**
**healthcare leaders, and**
**policymakers**to push for improved
cancer care infrastructure and
policies in Sierra Leone.
**4. Strengthening Community and**
**Societal Engagement**
•
Reached**hungreds of individuals**
**through media campaigns**,
community outreach, and|
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||engagement with schools, churches,|
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||and social groups.|
|•|Helped shift public perception by|
||**reducing stigma around cancer**|
||and encouraging more open|
||discussions about prevention,|
||screening, and treatment.|
|**5. Sustainable Growth and Financial**||
|**Accountability**||
|•|Despite we had just registered the|
||charity with financial constraints,|
||the charity successfully executed|
||significant awareness campaigns|
||within a 6,000**budget**, ensuring|
||responsible use of funds.|
|•|Maintained**financial transparency**,|
||with a**£3,172 surplus reinvested**|
||**into future programs**,|
||demonstrating sustainability and|
||long-term impact planning.|
|**Wider Societal Benefits**||
|•|**Increased health-seeking**|
||**behaviour:**More individuals are|
||now aware of the importance of|
||early screening, leading to improved|
||health outcomes.|
|•|**Reduced stigma:**Encouraged open|
||discussions about cancer, leading to|
||better support networks for patients.|
|•|**Strengthened national**|
||**commitment to cancer care:**High-|
||profile engagement in cancer events|
||has pushed for increased attention to|
||cancer-related healthcare policies.|
|Through these achievements,**CANCER**||
|**UK-SALONE**has made a**tangible**||
|**difference in the lives of cancer patients,**||
|**survivors, and the broader Sierra**||
|**Leonean society and in the UK**. The||
|charity remains committed to expanding its||
|reach and ensuring even greater impact in||
|the years ahead.||
## **Additional information (optional)**
## You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
||Achievements against
objectives set|Para 1.41||
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Performance of fundraising activities against objectives Para 1.41 set Investment performance Para 1.41 against objectives Other
## **Financial Review**
||Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period|Para 1.21|**Review of the Charity’s Financial**
**Position at the End of the Period**
**(2022–2023)**
At the end of the 2022–2023 financial
period,**CANCER UK-SALONE**
maintained a stable financial position,
ensuring sustainability for future programs
and activities. The charity effectively
managed its income and expenditures,
prioritizing impactful initiatives while
maintaining financial accountability.
**1. Financial Summary**
•
**Total Income:**£6,000
•
**Total Expenditure:**£2,828
•
**Net Surplus (Carried Forward):**
£3.172
**2. Income Sources**
The charity’s income was generated
through:
•
**Donations and sponsorships**from
individuals and organizations
supporting cancer awareness
initiatives.
•
**Fundraising activities**linked to
major campaigns, including the
**Breast Cancer Awareness Month**.
**3. Expenditure Breakdown**
•
**Campaign and event costs:**£1,000
(logistics, materials, and awareness
programs).
•
**Administrative and operational**
**expenses:**£1,828 (communication,
planning international travels, shipment
of donations and miscellaneous
costs).|
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|||**4. Financial Sustainability**
•
Despite financial challenges, the
charity**remained within budget**
and**avoided deficits**, ensuring the
responsible use of funds.
•
The**£3,172 surplus**will be
**reinvested into future initiatives**,
including expanding cancer
screening programs and advocacy
efforts in our next financial year.
•
Plans are in place to**increase**
**fundraising efforts**and**pursue**
**additional grants and**
**partnerships**to scale up operations.
**Conclusion**
CANCER UK-SALONE ended the 2023
financial period in a**strong financial**
**position**, with funds available to support
upcoming initiatives. The organization
remains committed to**financial**
**transparency, efficiency, and**
**sustainability**, ensuring continued impact
in the fight against cancer in the UK and in
Sierra Leone.|
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|Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|Para 1.22|**Reserves Policy Statement**
**CANCER UK-SALONE**recognizes the
importance of maintaining financial
reserves to ensure the sustainability and
continuity of its charitable activities. The
charity’s**reserves policy**is designed to
provide financial stability, manage risks,
and allow for strategic investment in future
programs.
**1. Purpose of Holding Reserves**
The charity holds reserves to:
•
**Ensure financial stability**and
provide a safeguard against
unexpected reductions in income or
unforeseen expenses.
•
**Support ongoing and future**
**activities**, particularly in cancer
awareness, screening programs, and
community outreach initiatives.
•
**Cover essential operational costs**,
ensuringthat the organization can|
|||continue functioning even in periods
of financial uncertainty.
•
**Respond to emergency situations**,
such as increased demand for cancer
support services or urgent advocacy
needs.
**2. Level of Reserves Held**
At the end of the**2023 financial period**,
**CANCER UK-SALONE held reserves of**
**£3,172**, representing unspent funds from the
year’s total income.
**3. Future Plans for Reserves**
The charity aims to:
•
**Maintain a reserve level**
**equivalent to at least 48% of**
**annual operating costs**, ensuring
financial resilience.
•
**Allocate reserves strategically**to
expand cancer screening programs,
support services, and future
campaigns.
•
**Increase income sources**through
fundraising, partnerships, and grant
applications to build a sustainable
reserve for long-term impact.
**4. Monitoring and Review**
The reserves policy is reviewed annually by
the trustees to ensure it aligns with the
charity’s financial position, operational
needs, and long-term sustainability goals.
Adjustments will be made as necessary to
reflect changes in income, expenditure, and
strategic priorities.
By maintaining an appropriate level of
reserves,**CANCER UK-SALONE**ensures
financial security while maximizing its
ability to deliver public benefit through its
cancer awareness and support programs.|
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|Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|**Amount of Reserves Held**
At the end of the**2023 financial period**,
**CANCER UK-SALONE**held**£100 in**
**reserves**.|
|||These reserves represent the unspent funds
from the total £**500 income**, after
deducting**£400 in expenditures**for cancer
awareness campaigns, community
engagement activities, international travel
and sustenance and operational costs.
The charity will**strategically allocate these**
**reserves**to sustain and expand its programs
in our next financial year (2024)**and**
**beyond**, ensuring continued impact in
cancer awareness, early detection, and
patient support initiatives.|
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|Reasons for holding zero
reserves|Para 1.22|**Reasons for Holding Zero Reserves**
As of the**2024 financial period**,**CANCER**
**UK-SALONE does not hold zero**
**reserves**, as the charity has a remaining
balance of**£3,172**from its total income of
**£6,000**.
However, if the charity were to hold zero
reserves in the future, the reasons could
include:
1. **Maximising Immediate Impact**–
As a mission-driven organization, all
available funds are used promptly to
support cancer awareness
campaigns, patient support services,
and advocacy efforts rather than
being held as reserves.
2. **Limited Funding Availability**–
The charity relies on donations,
sponsorships, and fundraising,
which may not always generate
surplus funds to be set aside for
reserves.
3. **Commitment to Program Delivery**
– Ensuring that funds are directed
towards essential programs,
including**cancer screenings, public**
**education, and policy advocacy**,
rather than being held in reserve.
4. **Sustainability Through Ongoing**
**Fundraising**– The charity operates
with the expectation of continuous
funding through**grants, donations,**
**and fundraising events**, reducing
the need for holding reserves.
5. **Short-Term Financial Planning**–
With a focus on immediate needs,
funds are allocated directlyto|
|||cancer-related initiatives, with future
projects dependent on new funding
cycles.|
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|Details of fund materially in
deficit|Para 1.24|**Details of Funds Materially in Deficit**
As of the end of**2024 financial period**,
**CANCER UK-SALONE does not have**
**any funds in deficit**.
The charity maintained a**positive financial**
**position**, with a**total income of £6,000**and
**expenditure of £2,828**, resulting in a
**£100 surplus**carried forward for future
activities.
**Future Considerations**
Although there are no deficits, the charity
acknowledges the need to:
•
Secure additional funding to expand
**cancer screening programs,**
**patient support services, and**
**advocacy efforts**.
•
Strengthen**financial sustainability**
through increased fundraising and
partnerships.
•
Ensure continued**financial**
**transparency and efficiency**in
resource allocation.
If any fund deficits arise in the future, the
trustees will take**immediate action**to
address funding gaps, including applying
for grants, engaging donors, and adjusting
budget priorities.|
|Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a
going concern|Para 1.23|**Going Concern Statement**
The trustees of**CANCER UK-SALONE**
have reviewed the charity’s financial
position and confirm that there are**no**
**significant uncertainties**that would affect
its ability to continue operating as a**going**
**concern**.
**Key Factors Supporting Going Concern**
**Status:**
1.**Positive Financial Position**– The
charityended the**2023 financial**|
**period** with a **£3,172 surplus** , ensuring financial stability for upcoming activities. 2. **Sustained Fundraising and Income Generation** – The charity continues to receive donations, sponsorships, and support from fundraising activities, ensuring a steady cash flow. 3. **Ongoing Community and Stakeholder Support** – Partnerships with healthcare providers, government officials, and community groups strengthen the charity’s ability to secure funding and resources. 4. **Strategic Planning for Growth** – The organization is actively working on **expanding funding sources** , applying for **grants** , and engaging new donors to ensure long-term sustainability. 5. **Operational Flexibility** – The charity’s programs and budget are **adaptable** , allowing it to adjust expenditure based on available funding. **Potential Risks and Mitigation Strategies:** While there are **no immediate threats** , the trustees acknowledge potential risks, such as: • **Reduced Donations or Funding** – The charity will mitigate this by **diversifying income streams** and strengthening partnerships. • **Rising Operational Costs** – Budget adjustments and efficiency measures will ensure sustainability. • **Economic or Political Uncertainty in Sierra Leone** – The organization will remain flexible in its operations and advocacy efforts. **Conclusion:**
Based on current financial projections and strategic planning, **CANCER UKSALONE remains a going concern** , with no significant uncertainties threatening its operations. The trustees are committed to maintaining financial sustainability and continuing the charity’s mission of **cancer**
**awareness, early detection, and patient support** .
## **Additional information (optional)**
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The charity’s principal sources of funds (including Para 1.47 any fundraising) Investment policy and objectives including any Para 1.46 social investment policy adopted A description of the principal Para 1.46 risks facing the charity Other
## **Structure, Governance and Management**
|Description of charity’s
trusts:|||
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|Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25|**Type of Governing Document**
**CANCER UK-SALONE**is governed by a
**Constitution**, as required for a**Charitable**
**Incorporated Organization (CIO)**under
UK charity law.
The Constitution:
•
Sets out the**charity’s purposes**,
ensuring activities align with its
mission to raise cancer awareness,
support patients, and advocate for
better healthcare in Sierra Leone.
•
Defines the**powers and**
**responsibilities of trustees**,
including decision-making
processes, financial management,
and compliance with the UK Charity
Commission.
•
Establish rules for**membership (if**
**applicable), governance, and**
**operational procedures**.
•
Provides a framework for**financial**
**oversight, fundraising, and public**
**benefit delivery**.|
|How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g.
unincorporated
association, CIO)|Para 1.25|**Charity Constitution**
**CANCER UK-SALONE**is constituted as a
**Charitable Incorporated Organization**
**(CIO)**.
As a**CIO**, the charity:
•
Has a**legal identity separate from**
**its trustees**, meaning it can enter
into contracts, own assets, and be
held responsible for its obligations.
•
Operates under a**governing**
**constitution**, which outlines its
objectives, governance structure,
and compliance with UK Charity
Commission regulations.
•
Is**run by trustees**, who oversee the
charity’s operations, financial
management,and strategic direction.|
|||•
Benefits from**limited liability**,
protecting trustees from personal
financial responsibility for the
charity’s debts and liabilities.
•
Can engage in**fundraising,**
**partnerships, and service delivery**
with a stronger legal and financial
framework.|
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|Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees|Para 1.25|**Trustee Selection Methods**
The trustees of**CANCER UK-SALONE**
are appointed in accordance with the
provisions outlined in the charity’s
**Constitution**, as required for a**Charitable**
**Incorporated Organization (CIO)**.
**1. Appointment of Trustees**
Trustees are selected through the following
methods:
•
**Election by existing trustees**– New
trustees are nominated and elected
by a majority vote of the current
trustees.
•
**Co-option**– The board may co-opt
individuals with specific expertise or
experience to serve as trustees,
subject to confirmation at the next
trustee meeting.
**2. Term of Office and Re-Election**
•
Trustees typically serve for a**fixed**
**term**(e.g., three years), as defined
in the Constitution.
•
They may be**re-elected for**
**additional terms**, subject to the
approval of the trustee board.
**3. Resignation and Removal**
•
A trustee may resign by giving
notice in writing.
•
The board may**remove a trustee**if
they fail to meet their duties,
become ineligible under charity law,
or act against the charity’s interests.
These selection processes ensure
**accountability, goodgovernance, and the**|
**effective leadership** of **CANCER UKSALONE** .
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|Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction
and training of trustees|Para 1.51||
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|The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works|Para 1.51||
|Relationship with any related
parties|Para 1.51||
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## **Reference and Administrative details**
|Charityname|CANCER UK-SALONE|
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|Other name the charityuses||
|Registered charitynumber|1198908|
|Charity’s principal address|29A YORK ROAD
WALTHAMCROSS
HERTS
EN8 7HJ|
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## – Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved **Director name N/A**
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## **Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others**
|Description of the assets
held in this capacity||
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|Name and objects of the
charity on whose behalf the
assets are held and how this
falls within the custodian
charity’s objects|N/A|
|Details of arrangements for
safe custody and
segregation of such assets
from the charity’s own
assets|N/A|
## **Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Type of Name Address adviser**
## **Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)**
## **Exemptions from disclosure**
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
N/A
## **Other optional information**
## **Declarations**
**The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.**
**Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees**
**Signature(s)** THOMAS **Full name(s)** AUGUSTINE **Position (eg Secretary,** CHAIR **Chair, etc) Date** 10/02/2025