2023-12-31-accounts - Brawd

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Brawd 1202919 Receipts and payments accounts For the period 03/05/2023 31/12/2023 To from

CC16a

Section A Receipts and payments

A1 Receipts	Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ 10,000 939 4 - - - - 10,943 - - - 10,943 40 - - - - - - - 40 - - - 40 10,903 - - 10,903	Restricted funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -	Endowment funds to the nearest £	Total funds to the nearest £ 10,000 939 4 - - - - - 10,943 - - - 10,943 40 - - - - - - - - 40 - - - 40 10,903	Last year to the nearest £
Grant income	10,000		- - - - - - - - -	10,000	-
Fundraisingactivities	939			939	-
Interest	4			4	-
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	-			-	-
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*Sub total*(Gross income for AR)	10,943			10,943	-

A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table).
	-		- - -	-
	-			-	-
*Sub total*	-			-	-
*Total receipts* A3 Payments
			-	10,943	-

Bank charges	40		- - - - - - - - - -	40	-
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**Sub total **	40			40	-

A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table)
	-		- - -	-
	-			-
**Sub total **	-			-	-
*Total payments* *Net of receipts/(payments)* A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end *Cash funds this year end*
			-	40	-

	10,903	-	-	10,903	-
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	-	-		-	-
	10,903	-	-	10,903	-

CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

17/08/2025

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	Signature Details Details Bank account Details Details *Total cash funds* (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details	Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 10,903 - - - - - 10,903 - OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name N Driscoll	Endowment funds to nearest £
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			Endowment funds to nearest £
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			Current value (optional)
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			Date of approval

		N Driscoll	18/08/2025

CCXX R2 accounts (SS)

17/08/2025

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 3[rd] May 2023 to 31[st] December 2023

Charity name: Brawd

Charity registration number: 1202919

Objectives and Activities

	SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document	Para 1.17	The purpose of the charity is to provide relief to men in need in Wales, who may be experiencing or at risk of experiencing poor mental health.
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	Increasing awareness of, and reducing the stigma attached to, men’s mental health; Providing early intervention opportunities for men to work on their mental health; Creating content and experiences that encourage men to share their own inner struggle in a friendly and supportive environment.
Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit	Para 1.18	The trustees have had regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit.

Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements	Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements	where relevant about:
Contribution made by volunteers	Para 1.38	Whilst there are no financial contribution from the volunteers. We would like to give a special mention to all those that help facilitate each session, also the peer led volunteers that have contributed to the success of the charity by running the additional sessions.

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	Main Achievements: 1. Community Engagement & Mental Health Support: `o` Regular Walk and Talk sessions, sea dips, and family walks encouraged open conversations around mental health. `o` Organised workshops and events during Mental Health Awareness Week and Movember, promoting proactive mental wellbeing. `o` Ran stress workshops and completed talks in colleges and universities. 2. Creative Expression & Awareness Campaigns: `o` Launched a music group and collaborated on a charity single with Studio 14 Collective. `o` Maintained an active social media presence, educating audiences on mental health, inclusivity, and key awareness dates. 3. Fundraising & Merchandise Initiatives: `o` Ran successful campaigns including raffles and various merchandise launches (cups, bandanas, bobble hats). `o` Participated in high-profile events like the Cardiff City FC shirt competition and raft races, increasing visibility and support. 4. Community Partnerships & Recognition: `o` Promoted and collaborated with local small businesses and mental health charities. `o` Nominated for the Cardiff Volunteer Awards, reflecting community impact and recognition.
			Impact on Beneficiaries: • Created safe, supportive spaces where men could open up, connect, and support each other. • Empowered individuals through education, creative outlets, physical activity, and skill- building. • Improved confidence, reduced isolation, and encouraged ongoing participation in community and mental health initiatives.

Wider	Societal Benefits:
•	Contributed to normalising conversations
	around mental health, particularly among
	men.
•	Strengthened community cohesion
	through inclusive events and partnerships.
•	Inspired youth and new professionals
	through school and college talks, offering
	tools for better emotional resilience.

Financial Review

Financial Review
Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period	Para 1.21	The majority of the income during the year came from a grant of £10,000.
Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held	Para 1.22	Our aim is to demonstrate a prudent level of security to sustain the charity in the event of difficult circumstances whilst ensuring we do not hold onto funds unnecessarily. We will be utilising our grant over the next financial year to reduce our reserves equivalent to a year’s expenditure.
Amount of reserves held	Para 1.22	We closed the year 2023 with a balance of £10,903 in general funds.
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	No uncertainties around going concern, suitable funding levels maintained.
A description of the principal risks facing the charity	Para 1.46	Key risks include: A lack of engagement from the attendees. A lack of support from the facilitators that run the weekly groups. The lack of support and time restrictions for the management tasks and engagement opportunities with the national groups and events. A lack of governance and management around the accountancy side of the group.

Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s trusts:
Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter)	Para 1.25	Foundation model constitution
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	Every trustee must be appointed by a resolution passed at a properly convened meeting of the charity trustees. In selecting individuals for appointment as charity trustees, the charity trustees must have regard to the skills, knowledge and experience needed for the effective administration of the CIO.

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name	Brawd
Other name the charity uses
Registered charity number	1202919
Charity’s principal address	144 St. Fagans Road Cardiff CF5 3EU

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

1 2 3	Trustee name	Office (if any)	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year	Dates acted if not for whole year	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee(if any)
	Neil Driscoll
	Roberto Simone
	Nathan Cox
	Corporate trustees–names of		the directors at the date the report was approved
	Director name
	None

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name	Dates acted if not for whole year
None

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets None held in this capacity Name and objects of the None charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for None safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets

Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) Full name(s) Neil Driscoll Position (eg Secretary, Chair Chair, etc) Date 27/07/2025