Annual Report: Compassion2All
Overview
Compassion2All is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. Our mission is to advance the Christian faith, particularly among marginalized groups, including asylum seekers and refugees. We offer various services through Compassion Church, which include Sunday multi-language Worship, Bible studies with translation service, prayer meetings, and community support.
Governance
The charity is governed by three trustees: Helen Hwang, Phil Hwang, and Pastor Cho. All three are committed Christians dedicated to extending God's kingdom and restoring souls. Additionally, Joseph Bae, who has a gift for teaching, contributes significantly to our Bible studies. None of the trustees are paid by the charity; they work dynamically through close networking to fulfil the organisation's mission.
Objectives of the Charity
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To advance the Christian faith within the UK and beyond.
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To obey the Great Commission by making disciples through Christian education.
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To restore the mental and spiritual well-being of individuals.
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To pursue other charitable purposes at the discretion of the trustees.
Despite the challenges of working with vulnerable people in the early stages of the charity’s development, the trustees are constantly seeking ways to achieve these goals.
Summary of Main Activities
The trustees are happy that these objectives are consistent with the Charity Commission’s general guidance on ‘Public Benefit’. The following summary of the main activities undertaken by the charity demonstrates how each activity provides public benefits.
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Outreach : We created easy-to-read tracts to share the gospel, with our community, and the wider public.
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Online Bible Teaching: Bible study sessions were conducted via Zoom every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the year.
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Bible Festival: We organized Bible Festivals with the aim to enhance Bible teaching through competitions and interactive learning.
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Health and Safeguarding Education: We delivered health and safeguarding education and distributed hygiene kits within the community.
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Home Visits and Worship: We visited homes to assess individuals' mental and spiritual well-being, as well as their living conditions. These visits often led to home worship services, which were uplifting and beneficial to the families.
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Prayer Meetings: We hosted prayer meetings every Friday evening, providing a space for people to share their needs and learn to pray.
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Christian Camps: We provided opportunities for people to join Christian camps. We also organized our own Christian seminars and took groups to Liverpool and London.
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Collaboration with Other Churches and Organisations: We collaborated with NNR Baptist Church, Grace Community Church, The Salvation Army, Missionary Ventures, Food for Fort, and SoulStation; These partnerships have been vital in effectively meeting the goals of the charity.
Finances
From May 19, 2023, to March 31, 2024, the charity's total income amounted to £12,834, while the total expenditure was £8,767. The majority of the income was contributed by the trustees, with a small portion coming from external donors. Notably, the reliance on trustee contributions has begun to decrease, while Sunday collections are steadily increasing.
The reserves policy forms part of our annual report for the financial year to 31 March 2024. We recognise the need to hold reserves which help meet our ongoing needs and recognise as charitable trustees that we are accountable for the prudent use of resources. The balance of funds in the general reserve at the end of the financial period were £4,067, this is set aside to meet the day to day needs of the charity. This policy was approved by the trustees at a meeting held on 31 March 2024.
Summary
The year 2023 marked a promising beginning for the charity, with the trustees pleased with the activities and outcomes that align with our charitable objectives. Most significantly, witnessing the improved well-being of individuals and families, as well as the love and joy within Compassion Church, has been incredibly rewarding. We are deeply grateful to God for the fruits of our labour, recognizing that He is the initiator and sustainer of the beautiful work carried out through the charity. All glory and honour to the Lord!
Declaration
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees:
Helen Hwang, Founder & Trustee of Compassion2All Date: 10 January 2025
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Susan Mitzi Larks House Farm Sheffield Road Holmfirth HD9 7HS
10 January 2025
Independent examiner’s report to the trustees of Compassion 2 all registration number 1203171.
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the charity Compassion 2 all for the year ended 31 March 2024.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner’s statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
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Signed:
S Mitzi
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