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2024-11-21-accounts

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 22 Nov 2023 Period start date To 21 November 2024 Period end date

Charity name: Edison’s Light

Charity registration number: 1202761

Objectives and Activities

SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of the charity
as set out in its governing document		 Para 1.17 To promote and protect the health of parents, siblings
and families affected by neonatal death, stillbirth or
miscarriage in particular but not exclusively by the
provision of memory boxes, support packs and by
providing emotional support.
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		 In planning our activities for the year, we kept in mind the
Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit and
regularly reviewed this at trustee meetings. Our work
continues to focus on supporting families affected by
baby loss, with a particular emphasis this year on sibling
bereavement.
During the year, we provided 139 sibling bereavement
support packs, 128 comfort bears, and 123 storybooks
free of charge. These were distributed to United
Lincolnshire Hospitals’ maternity department,
Nottingham University Hospitals’ maternity and neonatal
intensive care units, and directly to individual families.
To raise awareness and strengthen our connection with
the wider community, we took part in public events such
as the Lincoln Baby Loss Week Lantern Walk and the
Bumps, Babies and Beyond events. These awareness
stands helped us share our work, reduce stigma, and
reach more families in need.
Additionally, we have invested in volunteer training to
further develop and expand our peer support service.
Statement confirming whether the
trustees have had regard to the
guidance issued by the Charity
Commission onpublic benefit		 Para 1.18 The trustees for Edison’s Light have had regard to the
guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public
benefit
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SORP reference
N/A
Policy on grant making Para 1.38
Policy on social investment including
program related investment		 Para 1.38 N/A
Contribution made by volunteers Para 1.38 Over the past year, we’ve been incredibly grateful for the
support of a small group of dedicated volunteers. Their time,
energy, and commitment have been essential in helping us
run events and stay active within the community.
Although we have found it challenging to recruit additional
volunteers this year, the efforts of our existing team have
been outstanding.
Twelve volunteers have gone above and beyond to raise both
money and awareness for Edison’s Light. They’ve taken part
in a variety of fundraising activities including the Lincoln
Santa Fun Run, personal challenges like running 500 miles in
a year, the Lincoln 10k, the London Landmarks Half
Marathon, the London Marathon, the Edinburgh Half
Marathon, and the Edinburgh 10k. Many have also supported
us by volunteering at community events.
Their dedication has made a real difference not only in
raising funds, but also in helping us reach more people and
share our message more widely. As a fully volunteer run
charity our volunteers are at the core of everything we
achieve.
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Achievements and Performance

SORP reference
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 This year, Edison’s Light has continued to make a
meaningful difference to families affected by baby loss, with
a strong focus on supporting grieving siblings.
After listening to feedback from families who have been
through these incredibly difcult experiences, we made
important changes to the two sibling bereavement support
packs we offer. We created our own
Thoughts and Feelings
journals and an
Emotions Workbook
for younger children to
help them better express and understand their feelings.
These new resources are designed to offer children age-
appropriate ways to cope and help adults support them
through their grief.
Over the past 12 months, we provided 139 sibling
bereavement support packs, 128 comfort bears, and 123
storybooks free of charge. These were given to United
Lincolnshire Hospitals' maternity department, Nottingham
University Hospitals’ maternity and neonatal intensive care
units, and directly to individual families. The feedback we’ve

received shows these resources have offered comfort, understanding, and vital support during one of the hardest times a family can face. We’ve also worked hard to raise awareness about the impact of baby loss on families. By attending various public events and running information stalls, we’ve been able to talk with members of the public, help break the silence around baby loss, and give people the chance to share their own stories. These events also allowed us to guide people towards other sources of support when needed. Through our work this year, we’ve not only supported families directly, but also helped to increase understanding and compassion within the wider community around baby loss and its lasting impact.

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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
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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

Review of the charity’s financial position
at the end of theperiod		 Para 1.21 At the end of the charity’s financial period, we held
£4,026.74 in the bank in unrestricted funds.
Statement explaining the policy for
holding reserves stating why they are
held		 Para 1.22 None in place
Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 0
Reasons for holding zero reserves Para 1.22 As we have no contractual obligations to provide a
minimum number of support packs each year, and no
ongoing financial commitments such as premises or
staffing costs, the trustees did not consider it necessary
to hold a designated reserve at this time. Should the
charity’s circumstances change in the future, we will
review thisposition accordingly.
Details of fund materiallyin deficit Para 1.24
Explanation of any uncertainties about
the charity continuing as a going
concern		 Para 1.23 No current concerns

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The charity’s principal sources of funds
(including any fundraising)
Para 1.47
This year, the charity has benefited from a variety of
income sources. We have been fortunate to receive
generous donations from a number of companies and
organisations, as well as private contributions from
individual supporters.
Additional funds have been raised through volunteer-led
sponsorship efforts, with individuals taking part in a
range of challenges and events to raise money and
awareness on our behalf.
We have also organised our own fundraising events
throughout the year, including bingo nights, race nights,
and quizzes. Raffles were held at these events, which
contributed further to our fundraising efforts.
In addition, we attended several awareness events where
we placed donation collection boxes and held raffles to
engage the public and encourage further support.
Investment policy and objectives
including any social investment policy
adopted		 Para 1.46 N/A
A description of the principal risks facing
the charity		 Para 1.46
Other

Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s trusts:
Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)		 Para 1.25 Constitution
How is the charity constituted?
(e.gunincorporated 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 Apart from the first 4 charity trustees, every trustee is to
be appointed for a term of 3 years (as laid out in the
governing document) by a resolution passed at a
properly convened meeting of the charity trustees.
In selecting individuals for appointment as new charity
trustee(s), the existing charity trustees must ensure they
have the relevant skills, knowledge and experience
needed for the effective administration of the charity.
All trustees give their time voluntarily and receive no
remuneration or other benefits.
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Policies and procedures adopted for the
induction and training of trustees		 Para 1.51 Each new charity trustee, on or before their first
appointment will receive a copy of the current version of
the constitution as well as a copy of the latest Trustees’
Annual Report and statement of accounts.
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

Charityname Edison’s Light
Other name the charityuses
Registered charitynumber 1202761
Charity’s principal address 4 Victor Way
Waddington
LN5 9PH

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0		 Trustee name Office (if any) Dates acted if not for whole year Name of
person
(or body)
entitled to
appoint
trustee (if
any)
Laura Yarlett Chair
Stephen Yarlett
Audrey Hargeaves
Nicola Rogers
Rebekah Killick

– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved Director name

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Description of the assets held in this N/A capacity Name and objects of the charity on N/A whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe N/A custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets

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Type of adviser Name Address 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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The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) Mrs LA Yarlett
Laura Anne
Yarlett (MRS)
Chair
Charity Name Charity Name Charity Name Charity Name Charity Name CC16a
Edison's Light 1202761
Receipts and payments
accounts
For the
period from		 Period start
date		 To Period end
date
22/11/2023 21/11/2024
Section A
Receipts and
payments
Unrestrict
ed funds		 Restricted
funds		 Endowme
nt funds		 Total
funds		 Last year
to the
nearest £		 to the
nearest £		 to the
nearest £		 to the
nearest £		 to the
nearest £
A1 Receipts
Donations(sponsorship) 3,549 - - 3,549 -
Fundraising event 3,554 - - 3,554 -
Companies/individual
donations		 1,808 - - 1,808 -
Refunds 32 - - 32 -
- - - - -
- - - - -
- - - - -
- - - - -
Sub total(Gross
income for AR)		 8,942 - - 8,942 -
A2 Asset and
investment sales, (see
table).
- - - -
- - - - -
Sub total - - - - -
Total receipts 8,942 - - 8,942 -
A3 Payments
fundraising events 405 - - 405 -
Charitable activity 5,249 - - 5,249 -
Opereational costs 967 - - 967 -
Training 149 - - 149 -
- - - -
- - - -
- - - - -
- - - - -
- - - - -
Sub total 6,770 - - 6,770 -
A4 Asset and
investment
purchases,(see table)
Fixed assests 266 - - 266
- - - -
Sub total 266 - - 266
Totalpayments 7,036 - - 7,036 -
Net of
receipts/(payments)		 1,905 - - -
A5 Transfers between
funds		 - - - - -
A6 Cash funds last
year end		 2,121 - - 2,121 -
Cash funds this
year end		 4,026 - - 4,026 -
Section B
Statement of
assets and
liabilities at the
end of the
period
Categories Details Unrestrict
ed funds		 Restricted
funds		 Endowme
nt funds
to nearest £ to nearest £ to nearest £
B1 Cash funds Bank Account 4,027 - -
- -
- - -
Total cash funds 4,027 - -
(agree balances with receipts
and payments account(s))		 Agreement
Error		 OK OK
Unrestrict
ed funds		 Restricted
funds		 Endowme
nt funds
Details to nearest £ to nearest £ to nearest £
B2 Other monetary
assets		 - - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
Details Fund to
which asset
belongs		 Cost
(optional)		 Current
value
(optional)
B3 Investment
assets		 - -
- -
- -
- -
- -
Details Fund to
which asset
belongs		 Cost
(optional)		 Current
value
(optional)
B4 Assets retained
for the charity’s own
use		 Event equipment - gazebo-
rollerblind- cart		 Event equipment - gazebo-
rollerblind- cart		 Event equipment - gazebo-
rollerblind- cart		 unristricted -
Fundrasing decorations
(reusable)		 unrestricted -
delivery trolley - -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
Details Fund to
which
liability
relates		 Amount due
(optional)		 When due
(optional)
B5 Liabilities -
-
-
-
-
Signed by one or two
trustees on behalf of all
the trustees		 Signature Print Name Date of
approval
LauraYarlett Mrs Laura A Yarlett 16.05.25