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2023-10-31-accounts

HAMPSHIRE

CONTENTS

Mission Statement 2 Trustee Report 3 Achievements in 2023 5 The Focus of our Work 7 Kennel Garden Extension 8 Core Expenses 9 Fundraising 10 Reference and Administrative Information 13 About Us 14 Financial Statements 15 Independent Examiner’s Report 19 Donors and Sponsors 20 Volunteers and Supporters 21 Thank you 23

We are dedicated to finding the perfect home for every dog we rescue. Entirely run and staffed by volunteers, our mission is driven by love, compassion, and a commitment to giving each dog the best possible life.

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A message from our trustees

We’re proud to present our first financial report! It’s been an amazing first year as a registered charity, and it would not have been possible without the perseverance and dedication of so many individuals. Our gratitude to everyone who has been part of this incredible journey.

TRUSTEE REPORT

Overview

The past financial year has presented unique challenges for our dog charity, similar to those faced by many other rescue organizations. The impact of Covid-19 has been particularly significant, affecting our operations, volunteer inductions, and the staffing of our kennels. Despite these obstacles, our commitment to rescuing and rehoming dogs has remained steadfast.

I mpact of Covid-19

The pandemic disrupted our ability to conduct volunteer inductions and maintain a fully staffed kennel. This hindered our capacity to provide the necessary care and attention to dogs in our shelter and we had to scale back on the number of dogs we could take on.

Government Regulations and International Rescue Efforts

The government's suspension of the import of rescue animals from Romania was a significant setback. This policy severely limited the number of dogs we could save from inhumane conditions, which was disheartening for our dedicated volunteers and rescuers. However, we managed to alleviate some pressure on our international partners by sending donations of food and money, ensuring they could continue their vital work.

We continue to work with a select group of trusted rescuers and veterinarians abroad. This collaboration ensures that any dogs we import undergo all necessary health checks, tests, and vaccinations, maintaining our high standards of animal welfare.

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Increased Stray and Abandoned Dogs

The rise in dog ownership during the pandemic has led to an increase in stray and abandoned dogs. Our rescue efforts have focused on rehoming dogs who have been been taken in by council stray dog kennels in Hampshire. This approach has resulted in higher veterinary expenses, as many of the adult dogs arrived unneutered and with various health issues, including illnesses and untreated injuries.

Financial Challenges

The financial year has been challenging, with our costs exceeding our income due to increased veterinary expenses and the difficulties of fundraising in a tough economic climate. However, we have maintained a reserve fund and are exploring more creative fundraising strategies for the next financial year.

These enhancements have provided better enrichment and socialization opportunities for the dogs in our care. The generosity of our volunteers, who carried out the improvements in their spare time played a crucial role in these upgrades.

Looking Ahead

As we move forward, we remain committed to our mission of rescuing and rehoming dogs in need. We will continue to explore innovative fundraising methods and strengthen our partnerships with international rescuers and veterinarians. Our focus will remain on providing the best possible care for the dogs in our shelter and finding loving homes for each one, as well as supporting spay and neuter campaigns in Romania.

Conclusion

Operational Improvements

Despite financial constraints, strict control of other expenses allowed us to make significant improvements to our kennel space.

while the past year has been fraught with challenges, our resilience and the unwavering support of our volunteers and donors have enabled us to continue our important work. We are truly grateful for each and every one of you.

We look forward to a brighter year ahead, with renewed efforts and a steadfast commitment to our cause.

Lynn Thair | Chair

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ACHIEVEMENTS

Dogs happily homed 81 Volunteers Recruited 81 £1,700 Raised in funds £55, 667

Pounds donated to other rescues

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THE FOCUS OF OUR WORK BETWEEN 01 NOVEMBER 22 AND 31 OCTOBER 23

ENSURING OUR WORK DELIVERS OUR AIMS

81 DOGS HOMED

The main objectives of the year continued to be relieving the suffering of unwanted dogs, by bringing them into our care, and finding them the right forever home that enables them to flourish.

We homed 81 dogs, which comprised 53 from UK shelters and 28 from abroad.

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KENNEL GARDEN EXTENSION

During the course of the year, we upgraded and increased the size of our secure, enclosed kennel garden, allowing our dogs supervised freedom and more space to be outside to play and socialise.

Work began in August and was carried out by our dedicated volunteers, under the guidance of professional builder, John Harrison, who is also our maintenance manager.

Works included:

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CORE EXPENSES

As an entirely volunteer run and managed charity, the majority of our income is spent on the welfare of dogs. Our adoption fee, currently £495 does not cover the costs incurred for each dog, which include some or all of the following:

£56,012

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Kennels & Dogs £ 2,486
Transport & Vet Prep £22,523
UK Vet Fees £16,228
Vehicle Costs £ 3,405
Equipment £ 1,711
All Other £ 9,659
Dog Welfare Dog Welfare Other running costs Other running costs
Kennels & Dogs £ 2,488
Transport & Vet Prep £22,523
UK Vet Fees £16,228
Equipment £ 3,405
Vehicle Costs £ 1,711
All Other £ 9,659
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FUNDRAISING

We run a number of events each year to bring in the additional funds we need in order to keep on saving and improving canine lives. In addition to this we sell donated goods online, using platforms like

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£55, 667

Adoption Fees £33,990 Donations £14,684 Fundraising £ 4,692 Agria Commission £ 1,032

PROFILE AND FUND RAISING EVENTS

2nd January 23 – Adopter and Volunteer Walk

This popular bi-annual event, held at Devils Punchbowl, with permission from the National Trust, gives us an opportunity to catch up with our adopters and their dogs. Most importantly, the volunteers get to see the benefits of the hard work they do for the rescue and give their particular favourite dogs another cuddle! It’s extremely rewarding for all concerned and reassures our adopters that they are always a part of the Helping Hounds family. Additionally, we’re able to promote the rescue to other walkers we meet along the way, and a raffle at the end of the walk raises a small amount of funds.

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30th March 23 – Fox and Pelican Quiz night

We were the nominated charity for The Fox and Pelican’s monthly pub quiz. This popular Grayshott pub invited us along to promote the rescue and collect donations. It was a fun night and the Helping Hounds quiz team not only won joint first place with another team in the quiz, but also donated their winnings to the rescue, and persuaded the other team to do the same! A profitable night by all accounts.

28th / 29th May 23 – Hidden Gardens of Grayshott

To raise the profile of the rescue, our volunteers attended the Grayshott Hidden Gardens event, providing water, treats, poo bags and poo bins for visitors who brought their dogs.

9th June 23 – Waitrose Collections

We were invited to collect donations outside the Waitrose store in Guildford, giving our volunteers the opportunity to chat with the public about the rescue, and collect muchneeded cash donations. We also trialled a doggy food bank and were stunned by the generosity of Waitrose shoppers! It took two wheelbarrow trips to get it from a car to the kennels.

24th June - White Eagle Summer Lodge

This was another open day which gave the rescue an opportunity to raise awareness and some funds.

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5th June – Volunteer Social

An opportunity for our volunteers to get together, with a small kitty funded by the Trustees behind the bar. The Fox and Pelican allowed us to bring our own light snacks so there was no cost to the volunteers or the rescue. The core team were introduced, and there were brief presentations on the history of the rescue and health and safety. A small fundraising raffle was held.

21 October 23 – Helping Hounds Quiz Night

This is one of our most successful and profitable fundraising events. This particular evening raised the most of any of our events and is a fun evening, planned and hosted by one of amazing core team, who funds the costs herself, so any revenue is pure profit for the rescue. For the price of a ticket, quizzers get a meal and entertainment, an opportunity to test their wits against each other, and chance to win great donated prizes in a raffle.

Lea Scaddan

22 October 23 – Calendar shoot.

Australian professional wildlife photographer, Leanne Scaddan donated her time to photograph and design our 2024 calendar, which featured our volunteer’s dogs.

30 Dogs came along with their owners for the shoot, which took place in a volunteer’s private garden. In addition to raising some funds for the rescue, the calendar also provided us with a give-away for some of our top supporters and of course serves as a constant reminder to recipients of our rescue and the work we do, for the whole calendar year!

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REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Charity name and registration number

Registered office and operational address Registration history Policies

Helping Hound Hampshire 1200394 Hartwood House, Whitmore Vale, Grayshott, Hindhead, GU26 6JB, Hants 6 September 2022: CIO Registration Conflicting interests Investment Risk management Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries Volunteer management

TRUSTEES

Heather-Lynn Thair Claire Louise Salmon Mary Catherine Walsh Ivan Behhan Dowsing Sylvia Rowe Rebecca Hailston

Chair 01 October 2020 01 October 2020 01 October 2020 01 October 2021 Resigned September 2023 Secretary Appointed 30 October 2023

BOOKKEEPER

INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTS EXAMINER

Dymphna Evans

Robert Sanderson FCAA

CORE TEAM

Alexia Christofi Angie Tidbury Carol Mitchell Geoff Hillman John Harrison Jo Cana Jon Aldred Lizzie Boylett Louise Johnson Michelle Chapple Michelle Fletcher Paz Martinez Robyn White Sophie Bird Tina Wareham

Events / Social Media Homing Manager Kennel Manager Events Maintenance Manager Google Ad Manager Transport Homecheck Coordinator Volunteer Coordinator Volunteer Recruitment Insurance / Transport Foster Coordinator Microchips Vet Coordinator Events Coordinator

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ABOUT US

Helping Hounds is a dog charity dedicated to finding the perfect home for every dog. Entirely volunteer managed and run, our kennels are based in Grayshott, with a network of fosterers in the surrounding area.

Purposes and aims

The main objective of the charity is to relieve the suffering of abandoned and neglected dogs by rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs from the UK and abroad.

Compassion knows no borders

We believe every dog deserves a loving home, regardless of where they come from. That's why we rescue and rehome owner-surrendered or abandoned dogs from the UK, but also as far afield as Romania, Greece, Cyprus and even Egypt.

Our approach

We’re not in a hurry to rehome our dogs; instead, we focus on building their trust, confidence, and social skills while they stay with us. Our kennels provide a safe and nurturing environment for as long as it takes to prepare each dog for their forever home and our network of foster homes enables us to maximize our ability to assist as many dogs as possible. Our foster homes play a crucial role in our mission, providing temporary, loving home environments where dogs can thrive while waiting for their forever homes.

Our commitment

Every dog we rescue is unique, and so is our approach to finding them the right home. We take the time to understand each dog's personality, needs, and quirks, ensuring they find a family that suits them perfectly.

Join us in our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs in need. Together, we can make a difference, one wagging tail at a time. Thank you for your support and compassion!

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Balance Sheet as at 31 October 2023

31 OCT 2023

31 OCT 2023
Fixed Assets
Tangible Assets
Computer Equipment 402.94
Less Accumulated Depreciation on Computer Equipment (179.09)
Less Accumulated Depreciation on Motor Vehicles (976.39)
Less Accumulated Depreciation on Plant and Machinery (194.28)
Motor Vehicles 1,850.00
Plant and Machinery 269.00
Total Tangible Assets 1,172.18
Total Fixed Assets 1,172.18
Current Assets
Cash at bank and in hand
Cash 0.70
Helping Hounds 2,440.75
Helping Hounds Hampshire 10,320.71
Total Cash at bank and in hand 12,762.16
Total Current Assets 12,762.16
Net Current Assets (Liabilities) 12,762.16
Total Assets less Current Liabilities 13,934.34
Net Assets 13,934.34
Capital and Reserves
Current Year Earnings (1,344.54)
Retained Earnings 15,278.88
Total Capital and Reserves 13,934.34

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Profit and Loss

Helping Hounds Hampshire For the year ended 31 October 2023

2023
Turnover
~~Adoption fees~~ ~~33,990.00~~
Donations 14,683.88
Fundraising 4961.54
Merchandise 5.00
Other Revenue 1,031.67
Total Turnover 54,667.08
Cost of Sales
Fundraising expenses 668.27
Harnesses & leads 1,710.83
Kennel and dog expenses 2,486.05
Merchandise purchased 359.78
Transport & Preps 22,523.42
Vet fees 16,228.43
Total Cost of Sales 43,976.78
Gross Profit 10,567.88
Administrative Costs
Admin 13.00
Advertising & Marketing 573.54
Bank Fees 191.56
Depreciation Expense 420.32
Donations to other rescues 1,700.00
Insurance 507.96
Light, Power, Heating 341.57
Motor expenses 3,405.42
Postage, Freight & Courier 50.81
Repairs & Maintenance 1,095.62
Stationery and IT 1,691.21
Storage 933.20
Sundry exp 387.86
Telephone & Internet 456.11
Volunteer expenses 377.94
Total Administrative Costs 12,034.84
Operating Profit (1,344.45
Profit on Ordinary Activities Before Taxation (1,344.45)
Profit after Taxation (1,344.45)

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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES h•rlty Nam•: Helptng Hound• Hlmphlrn No.. ZD19342 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a F4X th• p•rbod from 01111r2022 To 31110r2wk3 Section A Receipts and payments Unr85tsict8d fund• R8Strict8d nd• Endowm&nt fun Totsl fund8 Lut y••r Il n••F••t £ tylh• kntPh7rtrMtt tOth• ¢vth• nMm•t£ A1 Rocol t$ Ado￿ Donalonl Fund 4912 pokkn8l•keTh u Im2 Sub tot• AR) A2 A••th arKI Inv••tm•nt #al •ge tabl• ub total 64M7 A3P •ni• FUndId￿ Ex 1,711 PL¥thwJ an&P Trnn 22A23 22,623 10328 IJ 674 192 Admi Adv•n BAnk F• In#Ura￿ i) 174 1•2 •rKI FJIULI Po . Fr C•udw and IT $1 Sund Ex Tohphcwand hl. Ptyr He411 1.70 Jn VrluTrlew Ex 371 Sub total A4 A•s•t 4nd In¥￿￿1•nt urehttè#. •etabl• Sub total 68,012 Oa,012 N•t olr8¢elpts/(p•yments) . AS Transfers b8lw•an fund$ A6 Cash funds Fast year ond Cash funds th18 year lJ46 14.106 12.761 14,106 12.761 Annual Report 2023 17

Section B Statement of assets ai)d liabilities at the end of the period R•stdcted Categorfas fund5 Endowthont funds trn••r••t£ Detslls fvrvJ5 B1 Cash fund• 2A41 1¢,321 Tolal¢••h fuftd• 11711 R••ldct•d Endowmn¢ M••r••tt Detslls t4 n•4mJt£ F￿ndt￿￿￿h Det8118 ¢0#14)pthJTr B4 AM•t• r•tsln•d lorth• ¢hurlty'¥ own ua• 234 Dotalli FuTrdtu*tkh 88 U•blll¢l•• Z•44 oldl thetruito na￿rts Print Naw Date of Annual Report 2023 18

CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLANO AND WAIES Independent 8xamln•rf• roport on the accounts knrVy• 31(101ai ¢h•¢¢y no 120034 dly fft Tr￿ t¢ y••1 w•J•J 2011 ffvA&) 14$ 01 2011 wdin ¢￿re I 1496M¢+l dth• Ara Ind•p•nd•ht opw w¢l•Mirir• ￿1h+ Ir* LE14Sf Orty rf th• •x¥r¥Mr n••d• lo hwJNgM ftwtt•rn Lrfur(•m CC32. Annual Report 2023 19

DONORS & SPONSORS

FRIENDS & FAMILY OF JAMES WALSH

FOR DONATIONS IN HIS MEMORY

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VOLUNTEERS& FOSTERS

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WE COULDN'T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT

As we reflect on the past year, it is clear that our success is a collective effort. From our volunteers and supporters to our core team and trustees, each of you has played a vital role in bringing us to where we are today. Your support and generosity have enabled us to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome countless dogs, giving them a second chance at life. Looking ahead, together, we will strive to make an even greater impact in the lives of dogs in need .

Thank you for your commitment, your kindness, and your belief in our cause. Let us continue to work together with the same passion and dedication that has brought us this far.

TO ALL OUR DONORS , SPONSORS, VOLUNTEERS AND FOSTERS THANK YOU you are sublime

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admin@helpinghoundshampshire..com www.helpinghoundshampshire.com

Grayshott, GU26 6JB +44 7570 985884

Charity Name: Helping Hounds Hampshire

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Receipts and payments accounts

CC16a

For the period 01/11/2022 31/10/2023 To from

Section A Receipts and payments Section A Receipts and payments
A1 Receipts Unrestricted
funds
to the nearest £
33,990
14,684
4,962
1,032
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54,667
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54,667
668
1,711
2,486
360
22,523
16,228
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574
192
508
3,405
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1,691
1,096
456
933
277
342
1,700
378
420
56,012
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56,012
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14,106
12,761
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33,990
14,684
4,962
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668
1,711
2,486
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342
1,700
378
420
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Last year
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Adoption Donations 33,990 -
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Fundraising 4,962 -
Commission from Agria for insurance
policies taken upbyowners
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Sub total(Gross income for
AR)
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A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table)
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Harness and Leads 1,711 -
Kennel and DogExpenses 2,486 -
Merchandise Purchased 360 -
Transport and Prep 22,523 -
Vet fees 16,228 -
Admin 13 -
Advertisingand Marketing 574 -
Bank Fees 192 -
Insurance 508 -
Motor expenses 3,405 -
Postage,Freight and Courier 51 -
Stationeryand IT 1,691 -
Repairs and Maintenance 1,096 -
SundryExpenses 456 -
Storage 933 -
Telephone and Internet 277 -
Light,Power,Heating 342 -
Donations to Other Rescues 1,700 -
Volunteer Expenses 378 -
Depreciation Expense 420 -
**Sub total ** 56,012 -
A4 Asset and investment
purchases, (see table)
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Total payments
Net of receipts/(payments)
A5 Transfers between funds
A6 Cash funds last year end
Cash funds this year end
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14,106
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14,106 -
12,761
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12,761 -

CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
Categories
Signed by one or two trustees on
behalf of all the trustees
B1 Cash funds
B2 Other monetary assets
B4 Assets retained for the
charity’s own use
B5 Liabilities
B3 Investment assets
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Computer Equipment
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Helping Hounds Paypal Account
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CCXX R2 accounts (SS)

10/06/2024

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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Reportto the trusteesl members of Iltuihj 4 kicJANJs kf/hMPsHI fE- On accounts for the year •nd8d 31(1018z Charlty no (rf any) 11002q Sot out on pages I report to the trustees on my examination ofthe aco)unt8 of the atsove charity (Ihe Tnjst") for the year ended Rosponslbllltles and As the chanty twstees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basls of rnport of the accounts in xcordance wrth the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 {llhe ACX) I feport in respect of my examination of th8 Trust's ac¢xunts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 AGt and in carrying out my examination, I have follcNgJ the aw)li¢able Directions given ty the Charity Commission under section 145(5)Ib) of the Acl. I have ￿MPleted my examinati￿. I confirm that no material matters have com lo my attents'on (other than that disd0￿1 belcw") in connection with the examinatKXI whid) gi￿8 me cause to believe that in, 8ny material respect.. accounts'ng records V•tffj not kept in 8￿rdan￿ with 8edion 130 of the Act or the a¢xounts do not acco￿ with the actounting iecords Independent examiner's ststement I have no concems and have con &ross no other matters in connection wrth Ihe examination to whith attention should be drawn in order to enable proper understanding of the ￿COunts to be reached. ' Please lete the wonts in the brnt8ts rfthey do not apply. Slgned: Date: Name: . c.A Relovant professlonal qualSficatlonls) or body (If ony): fv&oLa IF 7/ fc_ Ctrfa> (F Address: /7(E IER October 2018

Section B Disclosure Only complete rfthe examiner needs to hwhlight matters of concem (see CC32, Independent examination of diarity accounts.. directions and guidance for examiners). Gfvo here brief details of any items that the oxamlnerwlshes to dlsclose. IER October 2018