CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examinerfs Report Report to the trusteesl members of Pumpkin and Friends Charity On accounts forthe year ended 02 April 2025 Charity no Ilf any) 1199484 Set out on pages I report to Ihe truslees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity I'the Trust") for the year ended Responslbllltles and As the chanty trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basis of report of the accounts in a¢cordan¢e with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (Ihe Act"). I report in respecl of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charrty Commission under seclion 14515llbl of ihe Act. I have completed my examination. I confim that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives mè cause to believe that in. any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act c the accounts do not accord with the accounting records Independent examlner's statement I have no concerns and have come across no other mallers in connection wf(h the examinalion to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Slgned: Date: 18 December 2025 Narne: E A Saunby Relevant professional quallflcatlonls) or body: MMT BFP ACA Address: Tower House Lucy Tower Street LN1 1XW Section B Disclosure Only Complete if Ihe examiner needs to highlight matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of chanty accounts.. directions and guidance for examiners}. Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose. There are no items to disclose.
Trustees. Annual Report for the period Period start date Period end date Year Year From Section A Reference and administration details Charity name Pumpkin and Friends Charity Other names charity is known by Reglstered ¢harlty number Ilf any) 1199484 Charlty's prlnclpal address The Old Coach House Firth Road Lincnln Postcode LNS 7PA Names of the charlty trustees who rnanage the charlty Dales act•d If not for wholg ¢ar Tru8ts8 name Offlce Ilf any) N•me ol person lor body) entltl&d toa oint trustee If an TFOX C.E.O R Blogg S D Blogg LJScott P J Walster L Walster Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Appointed 3010512025 Appointed 3010512025 Appointed 3010512025 Names of the trustees for the charlty, If any. {for example, any custodian trustees) Name Oates acted If not for whole ear Names and addresses of advlsers (Opllonal Infomiatlon) Type of Name Address adviser Accountants Streets Chartered Accounlanls Tower House. Lucy Tower Street, Lincoln LN1 1XW Name of chlef executlve or names of senlor staff members (Optlonal Infomiatlon) See above Section B Structure, overnance and mana ement Description of the charity's trusts Constitution Type of governing dccument How the charity is constttuted Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) Trustee selection methods Appointed by C.E.O TAR March 2012
Additional governance issues (Optional infoation) The charity has policies and procedures in place for the induction and training of Iruslees, ensuring they are fvlly aware of their legal responsibilr(ies and the charty's objectives. You May choose lo include additional information, where relevant, about.. policies and prOdreS adopted for the induction and training of Iruslees., the charity's organisalional structure and any wider network wtth which the charrty works., relationship with any related parties., trustees, consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them. The charity operates under a clear organisalional structure, led by the Chief Executwe oificer and overseen by the board of trustees. There are no lated party transactions during the year. The trustees regularty review any potential conflicts of interest and ensure compliance with the charty's policies. The trustees have considered the major risks facing the charity, including financial sustainabilty. safeguarding, and operational risks Section C Ob'ectives and activities Summary of the objocts of the charity set out in its governing document The objects of the CIO are to benefit the public by relieving the suffering of disabled animals, induding, but not limited to, domestic dogs. that need urgent care and Irealmenl. The charty provides grants towards the Ca and Irealment of disabled animals, particularly by supplying wheelchairs and other accessories to registered charities and communty groups. It promotes humane behaviour towards animals by educating the public on the welfare of disabled animals, animal welfare in general, and the pfevenlion of cruelty and suffering. Summary of the maln activities undertaken for the publlc beneflt In relatlon to these objects (include withln this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commlsslon on publlc benefit} In addrtion, the chanty supports projects Ihal use aniMaaSsISted therapy by educating the public on the benefits of therapy dogs Icomfort dogsl and making grants to organisations delivering such initiatives. We also provide support and assistance lo our"Wheelie Good Friends. through veterinary care and rehabilitation. The trustees confirm thal they have had regard lo the guidance issued by the Charty Commission on public benefit when carrying out the charity's actNrties. Additional details of objectives and activities {Optional infomationl You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about.. policy on grantmaking- policy programme related investment., Grants are awarded in acusrdance wrth the chanty's guidelines and on following a successful application prOS$. Pumpkin and Friends Charty are supported by nine dedicated volunteers who oveisee the correct fffting of equipment supplied and cary out weekly moniloring of each animal. This ensures Ihat the equipment is being used effectivety to improve the animal's qualty of life. contribution made by volunteers. TAR March 2012
Section D Achievements and performance In April 2024, we hosted our annual Disability Dog Walk, an event that brings logelher suppotters, volunteers, and beneficiaries to raise awareness of the challenges fad by disabled animals. The walk nol only generated essential funds but also strengthened communty engagement and promoted educalion on animal welfare. Participants had the opportunty to meet therapy dogs and leam about the benefrts of mobility equipment. making the event both enjoyable and informative. Summary of the main achievements of the Charity during the year In June 2025. we proudly opened our first charity shop, which also SeeS as a wheelchair training and fitting cenlre. This milestone has enabled us to provide hands-on SUPPOrt lo owners and carers, ensuring Ihal disabled animals receive property frtted mobilty aids to enhance their comfort and qualty of life. The shop also helps raise vrtal funds to support our ongoing work. Section E Financial review The charity is required lo keep a sufficient level of free reserves to be able to provide treatment to such animals in need of urgent care. Brief statement of the charlty's pollcy on reserves The level of reserves is lo be reviewed annually by Truslees. Detalls of any funds materlally In deflclt NIA Further flnanclal revlew detalls Ioptlonal Informatlon The charity's principal sources of funding conlinue to be donations from businesses and individuals, alongside income generated from fundraising events such as the Disability Dog Walk and Halloween Dog Walk. This year, the charty also opened rts first charrty shop, which provides an additional revenue slream and raises awareness of ils work within the communty. You may choose lo include additional information, where relevant about.. the charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising); how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity., investment policy and objectives induding any ethical investment policy adopted. Expenditure during the year has been directed lowards achieving the charity's core objectives, including providing mobility aids, veterinary care, and Tehabilrtation for disabled animals. These efforts have contributed to improving Ihe quality of lrfe for Ihousands of animals in need. The trustees remain committed lo their lOnle vision of opening a retreat and resprte centre, which will offer specialised care and support for disabled animals and their owners. The charity does not currenty hold significant investments, and therefore no formal inveslmenl policy has been adopted. However, the Irustees would consider elhical principles in any future investment decisions. Section F Other optional information NIA TAR March 2012
Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Signaturels) Tammy Fox Full namels) Position Tammy Fox C.E.O and Irustee Date 17 December 2025 TAR March 2012
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES CC16 Forthe ww)dfmm To AstrktdfvfvJs nd¢vent funds T¢)talfunds funds to thenE•re5t Lasiyear to thÈ nearest £ Al Recei Don3tlons Merchand15eSale5 I614 188,614 115,606 1.651 Sub tot•J1610ssiFtstseI01AftJ IW614 Asset In¥eStml sales. Ise• S¥btoto1 Totalrncelpts 188.614 188,614 117,IS7 Alpa mEnts exoenses 1,874 53.961 1.874 53,961 meni 35.95S IS19 Is9 Do Memor Funds & MaTkelln & Marketin Audit & Accountanc 10,986 10,986 Events 1,560 2.955 1,795 316 5.812 2,9SS 1,795 316 S,811 12 Pa 17. 17.299 Is 1.421 7.981 961 nses 15 1.421 Le 1,993 23A05 4,030 2,fyJ3 1,993 2iM05 4.OJO 933 enses IT 5oftwirE consuma*$ Rent Re 2.863 328 172,06B Sub tsi 171.068 91.s A4 Asset and Invesimem puid4ses, (see 5ubtotol Tololpoyments 171, 172,06B 91.905 NetoArKtipt511pOlttsl A5 Transfelsbeeen A6 C¥5hfwds l¥rtye4r erAI Cashfvndsthlsyeorend 16J46 Z5.352 32.307 32.307 48A53 6.958 32,310
Sectlon Bstatemeni of assets and liabilities at the end ol the period lJrrt5tsKie funds to TrEarest£ estsKted lun05 ndowmeni funds to nEarest£ CateKofie5 Detsi to neare5t£ 81 fA$hfunds sh at bank 48MS3 Totolcostsfvnds iJzree Dances witn receiptsano a¢¢ounl1511 Éhdowmènt funds to hEarE<£ funds to TrEare#£ 5.279 DÈtails to nE¥rert 620ther m¢Ntaryassets Prep3ymerts Fund to whkh as bek ¢urTentv4lyB Oet•iI5 Cost Iopihinall 63 IrNe5trn 155ets FuTrJ to whh •$5et bE Current value 84Asets retalned lorthe thaitys Motor vehicle5 15,867 Fur to whkh relate5 Amountduo IIONI When du¢ SIBned by Dne or two trustees on behèlf si•11e Prini Nème Date of approval TAMMYFOX 1711212025