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2024-03-31-accounts

ANNUAL CHARITY REPORT

ATMOSPHERE OF LOVE | 1200693 YEAR 2024

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REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY.... 3 BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORT...........................................................4 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES................................................................4 ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE............................................... 4 STRUCTURE AND MANAGEMENT....................................................... 5 VOLUNTEERS AND DEPARTMENTS.................................................... 6 ACTIVITIES.............................................................................................. 6 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FROM FINANCIAL PERIOD OF MAY 2023 TO MARCH 2024.....................................................................................8 1. INCOME.......................................................................................... 8 Donations tithes and offering..........................................................8 2. EXPENDITURES.............................................................................9 3. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES............................................................10

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REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY

CHAIR

Mr. Solomon Jojo Grant

TRUSTEES

Ms. Bernice Acheampong Mr. Daniel Opoku Miss Abigail Antwiwaa Dadzie

REGISTERED OFFICE

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER

1200693

BANKERS

Metro Bank 113 High Street Watford WD17 2DQ

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORT

The Trustees are pleased to present their report with audited financial statements for Atmosphere of Love (Charity Registration No 1200693 ) from May 2023 to March 2024. Below is an outline of our achievements and finances.

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

The primary purpose of Atmosphere of Love is to advance the Christian Faith in accordance with the Statement of Beliefs in such ways as the trustees from time to time may think fit. The Organisation is a church organization that holds regular services which consist of regular teaching of making attendants aware and knowledgeable about the principles, beliefs of the Christian faith. Prayers are offered to interested parties. This involves teaching on the principles of the Christian faith based on the statement of Beliefs, corporate singing, and prayers that are offered to interested participants.

ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE

This is the make-up of the regular services that are held every week. The organization advertises on various social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook. This enables the general public to engage with its meetings. The Organisation also holds special services or seminars where the structure of the service is focused on teaching principles of the Christian faith and events that involve in spreading the Gospel for the benefit of the public. They distribute fliers in the community and share with interested people to invite them to their services. Some events are also streamed online in order to reach out to a wider audience and the online community.

The organization's purpose is beneficial because the services have an edifying and improving effect upon the members of the community who attend. The services allow the members of the public to be spiritually enlightened and emotionally refreshed. This can be seen through: Attendants receive the encouragement of harmony.

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encouragement, and peace.

Attends receive encouragements on helping the communities they find themselves in and make a positive impact in them

• Attendants in financial difficulty also receive financial aid from the organisation Beneficiaries are also encouraged through their testimonies. We also respond to our beneficiaries' needs by looking for ways to support them in terms of extra encouragement , financial and emotional support.

STRUCTURE AND MANAGEMENT

The organisation’s activities are managed by the resident Pastor , Mr. Solomon Jojo Grant and a leadership team composed of the trustees recognised by the charity. The organisation comprises various departments The authority to conduct the operations from each department is delegated by the chair and the trustees. Each trustee is also a department leader alongside other individuals ; they are responsible for the implementation of the policies and strategies in line with the charity and to ensure that activities are in accordance with the aims and objectives of the charity as contained in the Charity Commission Guidance . Department leaders and the resident Pastor report to the Trustees on their assessment of risks and how they are managed when needed

The success of the church’s activities is evaluated by regular meetings of the leadership of the church, with the resident Pastor, trustees and leadership team having discussions on how to constantly improve the church activities to benefit all beneficiaries.

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VOLUNTEERS AND DEPARTMENTS

The organisation comprises 5 different departments with 15 volunteers across the various departments. The dedication, hard work, and expertise of our volunteers form the backbone of our organization.

The departments are as follows:

ACTIVITIES

Throughout the year Atmosphere of Love schedules different events as the leadership may see fit from time to time, depending on the need and suitability; the events aim at the spiritual and personal development of the community.

Atmosphere of Love offers weekly, monthly and yearly events.

These are as follows:

SUNDAY SERVICES

The Sunday service serves as a weekly gathering where members come together to worship, pray, and partake in communion. Attendees gain inspiration and guidance through teachings and motivational messages that prepare and empower them for the week ahead.

TEACHING SERVICE

This weekly gathering provides a dedicated learning space for teaching and growth. During these sessions, Pastor Solomon Grant shares in-depth knowledge and valuable insights about the Gospel. Sessions often include a 'Questions and Answers' segment. This teaching service is structured similarly to a traditional academic course, offering a comprehensive and interactive learning experience

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VOLUNTEERS MEETING

This meeting happens yearly ; the volunteers of the organisation come together in order to equip, train, and refine their skills based on the department they are volunteering in. It also allows volunteers to share their insight of the work they do so far and to be motivated by one another on the work they are doing in the organisation

PRAYER MEETINGS

This is a weekly gathering in order to come together for a time of prayer. Prayers are offered to individuals who may be facing difficulties and to the nation.This has been recognized to be a great way to support members by offering them a sense of comfort amidst challenges and the difficult circumstances they may find themselves in

YOUNG AND YIELDED

This is our yearly event entitled Young and Yielded. This event aims to shape the lives of young people by encouraging, equipping and motivating them in their Christian journey and in every aspect of their lives in order to have a prosperous future.

Young and Yielded takes place once a year and the name may be subject to change as the leadership may see fit depending on the theme.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31 DECEMBER 2024

1. INCOME

2024
Donations, tithes and offerings £ 40,182.00
Gift aid £0
TOTAL £ 40,182.00

Donations tithes and offering

Funds of £ 40,182.00 have been built up from donations of different church members and external donors.

The funds are to enable Atmosphere of Love to liberate funds in relation with the Church’s activities.

All the donations registered were done via the church’s official bank account. Atmosphere of Love didn’t apply for any grant throughout the year of 2024.

In 2024, Atmosphere of Love’s finances were focused on donations acquired through tithes and offerings. No investment opportunity was explored or considered.

Of the total donations and legacies what amount is Legacies: 0

Of the total donations and legacies what amount is Endowments received: 0

Other trading activity:0

Investment income:0

Income from other charitable activities:0

Other income:0

TOTAL INCOME: £ 44,883.40

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2. EXPENDITURES

Charitable expenditure includes the costs incurred by the church to deliver its activities and services to its beneficiaries

Expenses 1.PROPERTY 2. MUSIC EQUIPMENT 3. MEDIA EQUIPMENT 4. EVENTS 5. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES Total: £19,213.49

  1. PROPERTY was spent on the building rent situated on 22 The Avenue, WD17 4NS This is subject to change each month depending on the length of our weekly meetings which vary.

  2. MUSIC EQUIPMENT

  3. MEDIA EQUIPMENT in order to livestream some of the programs that took place during the year

  4. EVENTS. Some income was spent on Young and Yielded alongside some other events that took place between March 2023 and May 2024. This expenditure includes the price for the venue and equipment for music and media.

  5. Between March 2023 and May 2024, we supported members of Atmosphere of Love who were in financial distress as this is part of the core values of the church.

TOTAL EXPENDITURE : £19,213.49

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