Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 30/09/22 Period start date To 30/03/24 Period end date
Charity name: Cherubim and Seraphim Solace of God church
Charity registration number: 1200537
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | It is our intention to hold the following support session: Bible studies for children and youths. Individual prayer sessions/spiritual counselling. Prayer meetings for all ages. Food pantry services, provide food to families and members of the community in crisis. Visiting and helping the sick and elderly. To give support and assistance to female victims of domestic violence. |
| 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 |
The primary activities intended for public benefit have not been implemented due to insufficient funding. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The trustees of Cherubim and Seraphim Solace of God Church confirm that they have had due regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit when exercising any powers or duties to which the guidance is relevant. In particular, the trustees have ensured that Cherubim and Seraphim Solace of God Church operate in a manner that is consistent with its charitable purposes and for the public benefit as required by the Charities Act 2011. In the past year, the trustees have: Reviewed the guidance on public benefit provided by the Charity Commission and ensured that all trustees are familiar with its |
contents. an awareness of the guidance when making decisions about the charity’s activities, ensuring that these activities contribute to the public benefit. an awareness of Monitoring and evaluating the impact of the charity’s work to ensure it aligns with the public benefit requirement. an awareness of Including public benefit considerations in the strategic planning processes of the charity. The trustees are committed to upholding the principles of public benefit and will continue to have regard to the Charity Commission's guidance in all relevant aspects of the charity’s work. Signed on behalf of the trustees by: Modayo Ambali Founder and Trustee 30/10/2024
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SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance
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| 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 | The charity’s main objective has not been achieved these years due to a lack of sufficient funding. |
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | At the end of this period, the charity generated a gross income of £4,669, with expenditures totalling £731. This limited income has impacted our ability to operate at full capacity, creating constraints on our ability to fulfil some of our charitable objectives. While we saw a slight increase in total assets through donations and offerings, this growth was insufficient to fully support our planned activities and mission goals. Currently, the charity’s financial position is unstable, highlighting the need for increased funding to expand our services. We remain committed to our mission and are confident in our ability to achieve our aims as our financial stability improves. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | N/A |
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The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
NONE | |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | N/A |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | CIO |
| 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 |
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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 | |
| Other |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | CHERUBIM AND SERAPHIM SOLACE OF GOD CHURCH |
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| Other name the charity uses | N/A |
| Registered charity number | 1200537 |
| Charity’s principal address | 7 BELL YARD LONDON WC24 2JR |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Modayo Feyiola Ambali |
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| Tankpinnou Christian Agonvinon |
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| Olaolu Ibukunoluwa |
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| Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved | Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved | Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved |
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| Director name | N/A | |
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
| Trustee name | Dates acted if not for whole year | |
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| N/A | ||
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets N/A held in this capacity
Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
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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
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Declarations
| Declarations | Declarations | Declarations |
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| The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees Signature(s) MODAYO AMBALI CHRISTIAN AGONVINON Full name(s) MODAYO FEYIOLA AMBALI TANKPINNOU CHRISTIAN AGONVINON Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) FOUNDER/TRUSTEE TRUSTEE Date 30/10/2024 |
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| MODAYO AMBALI | CHRISTIAN AGONVINON | |
| MODAYO FEYIOLA AMBALI | TANKPINNOU CHRISTIAN AGONVINON |
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| FOUNDER/TRUSTEE | TRUSTEE | |
| 30/10/2024 | ||
| 30/10/2024 |