AUTISM DOGS @ CHARIPI Trustees, Report and Financial Statements 31 December 2025 Registered Charity number 1199343
AUTISM DOGS CHARITY Trustees. Flepori and Financial siatements JI December 2025 Contents Legal and Administrativo Information....................................................................................... Trustees.............................................................................. Officers......................................................................................................................................................... Objects, organisation and activities......................................................................................... The Board of Trustees.......................................................................................................................... Governance - Trustee Board.. Operations and Financial Management............................................................................. Impact for Clients.......-........-............................................................................................................... Looking Ahead................................................................................... Statistics....................................................................................................................................................... Volunteering and Work Experience........................................................................................ Finances....................................................... CEO report................................................................................................................................................. Reserves policy...........-........................................................................................................................ Statemer)t of Trustees, responsibilitiÈs................................................................................. Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of The Congleton Town Trust........................................... Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner.............................................. Basis of Independent Examiner's Report......................... Independent Examiner's Statement...................................................................................... Statement of Financial Activities................................................................................................... Notes to the Financial Statements..................................................-........................-.........-.-.......11 l. Reporting Standards...................................................................................................................11 2. Basis of preparation........................................................-.....................................................-.......11 3. Tangible fixed assets and depreciation...........................................................................11 4. Trustees, remuneration and expenses...........................................................................12 5. Debtors...................................................................................................................................................12 6.Creditors: amounts falling due within one year........................................................12 7. Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year...............................12 8. Average number of employees..........................................................................................12 2 Page
AUTISM DOGS CHARITY Trustees. Report and Financial Statements 31 December 2025 Legal and Administrative Information Trustees Trustees- 6 Tate Preston Luke Stafford Matthew Salisbury Tom Wilde Jenifer Hamilton Janet Moore Elected 31 December 2022 Outgoing Chair Elected 30 April 2024 Elected 12 February 2025 Elected 12 February 2025 Chair appointed 2025 Elected 3 April 2025 Elected 3 April 2025 Prlnclpal Office Millpool Farm Wards Lane Congleton Cheshire CW12 3LN Bankers HSBC Bank PIC POBox117 60 Albert Road Middlesborough TSI IRS Independent Examiner Eileen Grigg Officers Caroline Preston acted as Chief Executive Officer on behalf of the Trustees. The Trustees, present their FlÈport for the year ended 31 December 2025 The charity is registered with the Charity Commission. number 1199343 Objects, organisation and activities Autism Dogs Charity trains assistance dogs for autistic children and adults in England, Scotland and Wales. We are an Advanced Service accredited by the National Aut15tic Society. Many of our team are autistic, including our CEO, which provides us with a unique insight when helping other autistic people. Our Charity is recognised for working with some of the most challenging cases in the UK, provid ing hope for some of the most vulnerable autistic people. Our work successfully helps autistic children and adults to lower debilitating anxiety, reduce self-injurious behaviours, 3 P8ge
AUTISM DOGS CHARITY Trustees, Report and Financial Statement5 31 December 2025 improve poor sleeping and eating patterns and increase social skills which eventually leads to improved confidence and independence. The Board of Trustees Governance - Trustee Board Thi5 year, the Charity welcomed nèw Trustees to the Board, bringing together diverse expertise and fresh perspectives. The Trustees have been hig hly active in guiding the organisation's Strategy, meeting reg ularly with senior staff and thè CEO, attending key external events, and ensuring that every decision supports the Charity's mission and objectives. Their leadership has strengthened governance and reinforced a focus on delivering meaningful outcomes for clients. Operations and Financial Management Our dedicated Operations team, though small, has achieved strong financial performance while keeping client needs at the hèart of every decision. Through careful cost management and strategic planning, resources have been maximised efficiently. ensuring the Charity remains sustainable and able to invest in high-quality services for those who rely on us. Impact for Clients The results of this work are clear in the experiences of our clients.. Families have received timely, tailored support when they needed it most. Individuals have benefited from services designed to empower them to thrive. Communities have seen initiatives that respond diiectly to their needs and priorities. Every initiative, from boardroom strategy to frontline delivery, is guided by the goal of improving outcomes and making a tangible difference in people's lives. Looking Ahead With a strong Trustee Board and committed Operations team, the Charity is well-positioned to continue growing. innovating, and delivèring lasting, positive change for our clients. 4 Pag+
AUTISM DOGS CHARITY Trust*&s' Report and Financial statements 31 December 2025 Statistics Overview of Programme statistics over the year we received.. 27937 enquiries 832 applications 42 programme plaCEenrolMents 60 dogs assessed 26 Qualified 41 Placed 2 Successor Dogs Placed 15 Foundation Programme Dogs placed 2 dogs retu rned 3 dogs passed Volunteer hours127 Working assistance dog teamsfrom previousyears.. 85 Total number ofteams at the end of theyear.. 123 Volunteering and Work Experience We continued to advocate and immerse ourselves in the autistic community by offering volunteer and work experience to the autistic community. These volunteering opportunities also provided us with the opportunity to educate the volunteers about the work that we do and the help that our assistance dogs provide for OLJr beneficiaries. We delivered a volunteer workshop where 14 young people attended and were awarded a certificate of contribution and provided 2 work placements across the year. All the young people who volunteered for the organisation were autistic. Finances The costs of each Programme varied from E22.000-27,000 to the end of the first year of delivery. Total incomefor theyear .017.656 with costs ofE796,813 leading to a net income of£220,843. CEO report During the year Charity continued to develop and refine its service delivery in order to further its charitable objectives and improve outcomes for beneficiaries. A new Foundation Programme was introduced that places puppieswithin carefully assessed and approved family households. This model enables early bonding between the assistance dog and the intended handler within a stable home environment, while ensuring appropriate safeguarding and animal welfare standards are maintained. The programme S Page
AUTISM DOGS CHARITY Tru5tees' Report and Financial Staiements 31 Oecember 202S operatès under parental supervision, with regular monitoring through home visits carried out by Animal Welfare staff and qualified Trainers. This approach supports both the v<ellbeing of the dogs and the long-term success of placements, contributing directly to the Charity's public benefit objectives. The Charity's Foundation Programme has been established across London, Oxfordshire. and the Northwest. This geographic expansion has increased access to services for beneficiaries in these areas and represents a significant step in extending the Charity's reach. This development is an important contribution towards meeting unmet need and improving equity of access to our services. To support grovrth and en5urethe Charity remains effective and sustainable, a programme of organisational restructuring was undertaken during the year. This focused on strengthening internal processes. improving clarity of roles and responsibilities, and enhancing consistency across service delivery. The restructuring was designed to improve the overall experience of beneficiaries and stakeholders, while ènsuring the Charity has appropriate systems in place to manage its activities effectively and responsibly. Decision making processes were strengthened through the establishment of a Directors, Board. This change was made to improve strategic oversight, accountability, and decision- making. The Board brings together a broader range of skills and experience, enabling more informed governance and supporting the Charity's long-term stability. This development enhances the Charity's ability ta manage risk, plan strategically. and respond effectively to future challenges and opportunities. The Charity invested in workforce development through the recruitment of additional staff across several operational areas. This invÈgtment was accompanied by an increased focus on staff training and professional development. Enha nced training has contributed to improved capability, consistency, and organisational capacity. 5UPPOrting effective service delivery and operational resilience. During the year, the Charity continued to work with recognised external accrediting bodies, including the National Autistic Society and A5515tance Dogs International. These organisations provide indèpendent accreditation against established standards relevant to the Charity's activities. Ongoing èngagement with these bodies supports continuous improvement, quality assurance, and adherence to best practice. Accred itation also provides reassurance to beneficiaries, families, and the wider autistic community regarding the Charity's commitment to high standards, professionalism, and ethical practice. Reserves policy After providing sufficient funds to cover all management and administration the Trustees regard any remaining incoming resources as free reserves of thè charity and available for the gèneral purposes of training dog5 in accordance with the stated objects of the charity. The Trustees regularly review the level of reserves to ensure that they are being maintained at an appropriate level. 6 Page
AUTISM DOGS CHARITY Trustee5' Report and Financial Stateménts 31 De¢pmber 2025 Statement of Trustees, responsibilities Under the Constitution of the Charity and trust law, the Trustees are required to prepare financial statements for each year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Charity and of its income and expenditure. In preparing th05e financial statements, the Trustees are required to.. select suitable policies and then apply them consistently., make judgment5 and estimates that are rea50nable and prudent., state whether applicable accounts Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures, disclose and explained in the financial statements. prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Charity will continue. The Trustees are required to act in accordance with the Constitution of the Charity and within the framework of trust law. They have general responsibility for taking such steps as are reasonably open to safeguard the assets of the fund and to prevent and detect fraud and other regularities. The attached financial statements show the current State of the finances. On behalf of the Trustees Tom Wilde Chairperson Date 13th January 2026 7 Page
AUTISM DOGS CHARITY TrustÈÈ5' Report ènd Financial Statements 31 Decembe¥ 2025 Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of The Congleton Town Trust I report on the accountsfor theyear ended 31 December 2025 set out on pages 9 to10 Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner The Charit5ls Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Charity's Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year (under Section 144121 of the Charities Art 2011 (the 2011 Actll and that an Independent Examination is required. It is my responsibility to.. 'Examine the accounts under Section 145 of the 2011 Act 'To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission lunder Section 14515llbl of the Act,. and o state whether particular matters have come to my attention Basis of Independent Examiner's Report My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disc105ures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as Trustees concerning any such matters. The procedure5 undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view, and the Report is limited to those matters set out in the statement5 below. Independent Examiner's Statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention.. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements to keep accounting records in accorriance with section 130 of the 2011 Act,. and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met., or 121 to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the account5 to be reached. Eileen Grigg ACMA CtA EPG Accountants Ltd Congleton, Cheshire CIM2 3JY 26, lanuary 2026 8 Page
AUTISM DOGS CHARITY Trustèès. Report and Finaricial Statements 31 December 2025 Statement of Financial Activities For theyear ended 31 December 2025 Note Unrestricted Fund Restricted Fund Total 2025 2024 Income and expenditure Incoming resources Dog Training Donations Grants Sundry income 938,680 30,807 27,375 20,794 938,680 682,404 30,807 37,712 27,375 43,560 20,794 27,150 Total incoming resources 1,017,656 1.017,656 790,826 Fiesource5 expended Direct charitable expenditure Animal Training Salaries Animal Welfare Salaries Vets Fees Other direct costs 95,048 155,248 28,679 129,710 95,048 83,651 155,248 106,833 28.679 24.455 129,710 109,102 Administrative Costs Management, admin and consulting Pension Costs Fient and Rates Light, power. heating Fund Raising, Design and Marketing Motor vehicle and travel Legal feés Accountancy Repairs and Maintenance 8ank charges and Interest Other costs 144,498 6.123 32,660 14,855 73,331 27,620 7,761 5,420 26,962 8,650 40,248 144,498 6,123 32,660 14,855 73531 27,620 7,761 5,420 26,962 8,650 40,248 120,412 4,902 27,545 13,609 37,961 18,606 20,634 4.800 25.594 3,784 39.169 Tot31 resources expended 796,813 796,813 640,567 Netloutgoingl/incoming for the year 220,843 220,843 150,2S9 Fiecognised gains Ilossesl on investments Unrealised Reali5ed Net movements in funds 220,843 220,843 150,259 Fund balances brought forward 414,124 414,124 263,865 Fund balances carrièd forward 634,967 634.967 414,124 9 Page
AUTISM DOGS CHARI Trusiees, Repori an(J Financial Staièments 31 DE£ember 2025 Balance Sheet At 31 December 2025 Note 2025 2024 Fixed assets Buildings Motor Vehicles Computers 23.914 7,430 1,443 9,906 1,186 32,787 11,092 Current assets Cash at bank Debtors 48,154 585.7 22,732 434,545 633,925 457.277 Current liabilities.. Creditors.. amount falling due within one year 9,844 14,427 Net current assets 624,081 442,851 Creditors.. amount falling due after one year 21,901 39.818 Net assets 634,967 414,124 Represented by.. Funds Unrestricted income fund r4estricted capital fLJnd 634,967 414,124 634,967 414,124 Approved bythe 8oard ofTrustees on 27, January 2026 and signed on its behalf by. Tom Wilde Chairperson 10 Page
AUTISM DOGS I CHAfiiTY Trustees, Repoit and Financial Statenients 31 Decembpr 2025 Notes to the Financial Statements l. Reporting Standards The Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting & Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Fleporting Standard for Smaller Entities published on 16 July 2014, thè Financial Reporting for Smaller Entities (effective January 20151. setS & Liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy note. 2. Basis of preparation The accounts have been prepared on an accruals basis. 3. Tangible fixed assets and depreciation TangibSe a55ets are inclLJded at cost less depreciation and impairment. Depreciation has been provided at the following rates in order to write off the assets over their estimated useful lives.. Buildings Motor vehicle5 Computer eqLJipment No depreciation 25% on WDV 25% on cost Motor Computer vehicles equipment Total Buildings Cost or valuation Atl January2025 Additions Disposals At 31 December 2025 At cost At cost 19,440 At cost 1,961 996 21,401 24.910 23,914 23,914 19,440 2,957 46.311 Depreciation Atl January2025 Charge for the year At 31 December 2025 9,534 2,476 77S 739 10,309 3,215 12,010 1.514 13,524 Net book value Atl January2025 At 31 December 2025 9,906 1,186 11,092 32,787 23,914 7.430 11 Page
AUTISM DOGS CHARITY Tiustees, Rewri 8nd Financial Staièrnellts 31 Dernber 2025 4. Trustees, remuneration and expenses No remuneration directly or indirectly out of the funds of the charity was paid or payable for the year to any Trustee or to any person or persons known to be connected with any ofthem. No reimbursement of expenses has beèn made or is due to be made to any of the Trustees in respect of the year. 5. Debtors 202S 2024 Amounts falling due within one year Clients payments towards dog training Other debtors 585,771 434,545 585,771 434.545 6.Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 2025 2024 Taxes and social security Pension Contributions Accruals 8,985 859 9,307 1,364 3,756 9,844 14,427 7. Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year 2025 2024 Bank loans 21,901 39,818 8. Average number of employees During the year, the average number of employee5 wag 22. 12 Pl¢ ge