2024-04-27-accounts

Restored To Ignite Ministry: Financial Statements and Trustees' Annual Report

Executive Summary

Restored To Ignite Ministry, a UK-registered charity, presents its inaugural financial statements and trustees annual report for the period ending 27 April 2024. With no financial transactions recorded during this foundational phase, the trustees have prioritized establishing governance frameworks aligned with the Charity Commission's requirements and the charity's mission to reduce youth crime and knife violence while supporting women affected by domestic violence through education and community programs. This report adheres to the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice and demonstrates compliance with regulatory obligations for entities at the nil income threshold.

Restored To Ignite Ministry UK/International

Motto: Restoring Generation - Equipping All - Establishing the Kingdom

Restoring Through the Word of God - Empowering Generations to Ignite the Dark Places - Equipping Women for Kingdom Work

Jeremiah 30:17

We are a Friendly Church that welcomes all. Non-Denominational Church

Our vision is: Influencing the nations for Jesus with God's love and character.

Restoring generations and establishing the kingdom of God in the hearts of our communities.

We do this by:

• Reaching the unchurched and those who do not know Christ.

• Raising believers to be true disciples with effective leadership skills and godly character.

• Refreshing those who trust in Jesus with God's love, as they come into the presence of God.

• Bridging the gap between the church, the communities, and the youth.

We offer:

• Marriage Counseling

• Support for Domestic Violence Survivors

• Restoring the Young Generation Back to God

• Supporting Orphans and Widows

• Restoring Families Back to the Kingdom of God

• Education for Persons with Albinism

• Working with the Council to Support Families

• Monthly Workshops to Educate Young People and Collaborate on Knife Crime Prevention

Objectives:

• Bible Studies

• Food Bank

• Baby Bank

• Supporting Families with Disabilities and Children

• Soup Kitchen

• Mission's Depot

• 24/7 Prayer House

• Street Seminary

• Audio/Visual Studio

Organizational Governance Structure

Restored To Ignite Ministry operates under a constitution ratified by trustees on 16 January 2016. The charity's mission comprises two core objectives:

1. Youth Crime Prevention: Reducing knife violence and antisocial behavior among UK youth through mentorship, skills workshops, and educational outreach.

2. Domestic Violence Support: Providing holistic assistance to women affected by domestic abuse, including counseling, legal advocacy, and crisis intervention.

Trustees have implemented a governance framework ensuring all activities align with these objectives.

Trustee Board Composition and Responsibilities

Trustee Profiles:

1. Samuel Yeboah Boafo - Chair, appointed in June 2023, oversees strategic development.

2. Mona Rebecca Vleyee - focuses on administrative governance.

3. Veronica Kessewa Bamfo - Contributes expertise in community outreach programs.

Governance Protocols:

• Trustee decisions and actions commenced from June 2023.

• Trustee decisions and actions commenced from June 2023.

• Trustee decisions and actions commenced from June 2023.

• Trustee decisions and actions commenced from June 2023.

• Trustee decisions and actions commenced from June 2023.

• Trustee Induction: Mandatory training on Charity Commission guidelines.

• Conflict of Interest Management: Annual declarations with no reported conflicts.

• Decision Making: Quarterly meetings, with minutes retained for seven years.

Financial Reporting Framework

Basis of Preparation:

• Accounts prepared under accruals accounting in line with Charities Statement of Recommended Practice.

• No transactions recorded across all funds for the reporting period.

Financial Controls:

• Dual authorization required for future expenditures.

• Monthly bank reconciliations to be implemented upon account activation.

Public Benefit Delivery

The trustees confirm that all activities will advance the charity's mission through:

1. Youth Engagement: Partnerships with schools and youth centers to deliver anti violence workshops and vocational training.

2. Women's Support Services: Collaboration with domestic abuse shelters to provide trauma informed counseling and employment assistance.

Risk Management

Identified Risks:

• Safeguarding vulnerabilities among youth and domestic violence survivors.

• Reputational risks associated with sensitive client data.

Mitigation Strategies:

• Enhanced background checks for future staff and volunteers.

• Secure digital systems for case management, compliant with UK data protection laws.

Reserves Policy

The board has adopted a reserves policy targeting six months of operating costs once programs commence, ensuring continuity during funding gaps.

Regulatory Compliance

Charity Commission Obligations:

• Annual Return to be filed within ten months of the financial year end.

• Financial statements will be publicly accessible via the Charity Commission's register, excluding personal trustee data.

Tax Compliance:

• No Corporation Tax obligations.

• Gift Aid registration deferred until donor income materializes.

Future Operational Strategy

Quarter two 2024:

• Needs assessment in Croydon and Mitcham high risk neighborhoods.

• Recruitment of qualified counselors and youth workers.

Quarter three 2024:

• Pilot mentorship program for at risk youth aged 14 to 18.

• Partnership with domestic abuse organizations to design outreach programs.

Fundraising Plan

Grant Applications: Targeting the National Lottery Community Fund and Violence Reduction Units. Community Campaigns: Crowdfunding initiatives aligned with anti violence and domestic abuse awareness.

Conclusion

Restored To Ignite Ministry has established a robust governance and financial framework to support its mission of combating youth violence and aiding domestic abuse survivors. The trustees reaffirm their commitment to transparency, accountability, and impactful service delivery as operational activities commence for the next financial year. All regulatory submissions will be finalized in accordance with Charity Commission deadlines.

Financial Statements

Category	Category	Unrestricted Funds	Unrestricted Funds
Income		£0
Donations and Grants		£0
Charitable Activities		£0
Expenditure		£0
Charitable Programs		£0
Governance Costs		£0
Net Movement		£0
Assets		Liabilities and Funds
Cash at Bank	0	Creditors	0
Total Assets	0	Net Assets	0