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Trustees’ Annual Report
for the period
From (start date) D 0 D 1 M 0 M 1 Y 2 Y 4 to (end date) 3 D 1 D M 1 M 2 Y 2 Y 4
Section A Reference and administration details
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| Charity name | Daisy | Network | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| Registered charity number (if any) | ~~1~~ | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 0 | |||||||||||||||
| Charity’s principal address | 82A | James Carter Road, | Mildenhall, Suffolk | |||||||||||||||||||
| Postcode | I | P | 2 | 8 | 7 | D | E | |||||||||||||||
| Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trustee Name | Offce | (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee(if any) |
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| 1 | Amy Bennie | Chair | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 2 | Bushra Boukhriss | Treasurer | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 3 | Rebekah Rowan-Robinson | Secretary | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 4 | Katherine Pearse | |||||||||||||||||||||
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Reference and administration details (continued)
Section A
| Names and addresses of advisers(optional information) | Names and addresses of advisers(optional information) | Names and addresses of advisers(optional information) |
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Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (optional information)
Section B
Structure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts
Type of governing document (eg trust deed, constitution
Constitution
How the charity is constituted Charitable Incorporated Organisation CIO (eg trust, association, company)
Trustee selection methods Appointed by the board (eg appointed by, elected by)
Additional governance issues (optional information
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policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
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the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;
The charity has adopted policies for trustee recruitment and induction, safeguarding, conflicts of interest and financial managment. The board regularly reviews risks and governance arrangments. Trustees meet monthly and communicate between meetings to ensure oversight of strategy, operations and compliance.
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relationship with any related parties;
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trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them.
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Objectives and activities
Section C
| Section C Objectives and activities |
Section C Objectives and activities |
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| Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public beneft in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public beneft) Additional details of objectives and activities (optional information) Youmay chooseto include further statements, where relevant, about: • policy on grantmaking; • policy programme related investment; • contribution made by volunteers. The objects of the charity are to support women and people affected by Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) by providing information, resources, peer support, and advocacy; to raise awareness of POI among the public and healthcare professionals; and to advance education and research into POI and related conditions. In carrying out its aims, the charity has had due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit. This year, Daisy Network provided support through monthly online groups, free counselling, and medical Q&A sessions. We raised awareness of POI through in person events, and campaigns, and continued to offer information and peer support via our website, membership, ~~and regional volunteers.~~ The charity does not make grants or programme-related investments. It activities are delivered by a team of dedicated volunteers, including trustees, regional networkers, and fundraising coordinators. Volunteers contribute significant time and skills to support the charity’s services, events, and awareness-raising activities. |
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| Section D | Achievements and performance | ||
| Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year |
In 2024, Daisy Network delivered a wide range of support and outreach activities. We hosted Daisy Day 2024, bringing together members, clinicians, and researchers. We launched a leaflet and poster drive to raise awareness of POI across the UK, alongside regular support groups, counselling services, medical Q&As, and lunch and learn sessions. Beyond direct support, Daisy Network contributed to wider medical progress. We acted as advisors on the new ESHRE guidelines for POI and became a partner in the POISE study, strengthening our role in advancing research and improving care internationally |
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Section E Financial review
Brief statement of the
The trustees aim to maintain reserves at a level sufficient to cover at
charity’s policy on reserves
least six months of core operating costs to ensure the charity can
continue to provide services in the event of unforeseen financial
difficulties. Funds in excess of this level are applied directly towards
charitable activities.
Details of any funds materially in deficit
The charity had no funds in deficit during the year.
Further financial review details (optional information)
You may choose to include additional The charity’s principal sources of funds are membership fees,
information, where relevant, about: donations, and fundraising activities. Expenditure during the year
• the charity’s principal sources of funds was focused on delivering support services, including online support
(including any fundraising); groups, counselling provision, and awareness activities such as
• how expenditure has supported the key Daisy Day and outreach campaigns. The trustees do not hold any
objectives of the charity; investments and no ethical investment policy is currently in place.
• investment policy and objectives including
any ethical investment policy adopted.
Section F Other optional information
The charity made a planned deficit during the year, as reserves were
used to support counselling services and awareness activities.
Trustees are satisfied this was appropriate and sustainable, given the
charity’s reserves policy. Membership subscriptions remained a
reliable income stream and helped maintain core services.
The trustees recognise that rising operating costs and limitations in
fundraising opportunities present challenges, and continue to explore
sustainable income streams.
The trustees are seeking further grant opportunities and partnerships
to strengthen future financial resilience.
Section G Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s)
Full name(s) Amy Bennie
Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Chair
Date D 1 D 9 M 0 M 9 Y 2 Y 5
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Daisy Network CIO
Accounts for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA)
| Income | £ | ||
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| Donations and legacies | 3,182 | ||
| Charitable activities (counselling, memberships, book sales) | 2,799 | ||
| Other trading activities (raffles, merchandise) | 1,503 | ||
| Total income | 7,484 | ||
| Expenditure | £ | ||
| Charitable activities (counselling, outreach, support groups) | 9,580 | ||
| Raising funds (fundraising events, merchandise, publicity) | 7,146 | ||
| Total expenditure | 16,726 |
Net movement in funds: (9,242)
Balance Sheet
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| Cash at bank and in hand at 1 January 2024 | 76,310 |
| Net movement in funds | (9,242) |
| Cash at bank and in hand at 31 December 2024 | 67,068 |
Reserves: The trustees aim to maintain reserves sufficient to cover at least three months’ charitable activities and core costs.
Notes to the Accounts
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These accounts are prepared on a receipts and payments basis, under the Charities SORP (FRS 102) as adapted for small charities.
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Counselling costs represent payments to self-employed counsellors providing direct support to members.
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Fundraising expenditure includes Daisy Day 2024, venue hire, publicity, and merchandise.
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The charity has no employees; activities are carried out by volunteers and contracted counsellors.
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No trustees received remuneration. Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses were reimbursed where claimed.
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The charity did not receive any grants or overseas income during the year.
Trustees’ Declaration
The trustees declare that:
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The financial statements comply with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011.
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The accounts were approved by the board of trustees on [insert date].
Signed on behalf of the trustees:
Amy Bennie .................................................... Trustee name
19.09.2025 Date: ...............................................