## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period** **From** 14/09/2023 **Period start date to** 05/04/2024 **Period end date** **Charity name:** The Romanian Orthodox Church for Doncaster **Charity registration number:** 1204712 ## **Objectives and Activities** |**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 advance the Christian faith
in accordance with the teachings and
practices of the Romanian Orthodox
Church in Doncaster and the surrounding
areas.| |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|We offer all Christians in our area weekly
services and meetings, as well as
confessions, baptisms, weddings, funerals,
and other religious ceremonies.| |Statement confirming whether the
trustees have had regard to the
guidance issued by the Charity
Commission on public benefit|Para 1.18|Yes, they all read the legislation and are
seeking to improve their knowledge.| |**Additional information (optional)**
You may choose to include further statements|**Additional information (optional)**
You may choose to include further statements|where relevant about:| |---|---|---| ||SORP
reference|| |Policy on grant making|Para 1.38|We are allowed to make any grant.| |Contribution made by volunteers|Para 1.38|Our charity relies on volunteers, as they
form its foundation and provide the
community with a reason to get involved.| ## **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|We successfully united the Romanian
community in our area to support those in
need, donating a significant amount of
clothing and various items to the local food
bank. We are actively identifying individuals
who are struggling and providing
assistance. Additionally, we offer legal
advice in various forms and help connect
people with the embassy or relevant
authorities| ## **Financial Review** |**Financial Review**||| |---|---|---| |Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period|Para 1.21|At the end of the financial period, we
maintained a stable financial position, with
income generated primarily from donations,
sales and contributions for weddings,
baptisms, and funerals. Expenditure was
directed towards the maintenance of the
church, community services, and religious
activities. The trustees are committed to
ensuring financial sustainability through
prudent management of resources.| |Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|Para 1.22|The charity maintains a reserves policy to
ensure financial stability and continuity of
its religious and community services.
Reserves are held to cover unforeseen
expenses, support ongoing church
operations, and safeguard against
fluctuations in income. The trustees
regularly review the reserves policy to
ensure it aligns with the charity’s financial
needs and obligations.| |Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|At the end of the financial period, the
charity held £14.82K in reserves. This
amount is in line with the charity’s reserves
policy and is deemed sufficient to cover
operational costs for a designated period.| |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|The trustees acknowledge certain financial
uncertainties, such as reliance on voluntary
donations and external funding. However,
they are confident that with prudent
financial management and continued
support from the congregation and donors,
the charity remains a viable going concern.
No significant threats have been identified
that would prevent the charity from
continuing its operations in the foreseeable
future.| **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: The charity’s principal Donations, Sales and contributions for sources of funds (including Para 1.47 weddings, baptisms, and funerals. any fundraising) ## **Structure, Governance and Management** |Description of charity’s
trusts:||| |---|---|---| |Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25|Trust deed| |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.
When selecting individuals for appointment,
consideration must be given to the skills,
knowledge, and experience required for the
effective administration of the CIO.| ## **Reference and Administrative details** |Charity name|The Romanian orthodox church for Doncaster| |---|---| |Other name the charity uses|| |Registered charity number|1204712| |Charity’s principal address|4 Castle View, New Edlington, Doncaster, DN121LS| **Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity** |1
2
3|**Trustee name**|**Office (if any)**|**Dates acted if not for whole year**|**Name of person (or body)**
**entitled to appoint trustee (if**
**any)**| |---|---|---|---|---| ||Lucian Filip||14 September 2023|| ||Florina Maria
Balatchi||14 September 2023|| ||Cornelia
Alexandre Ene||14 September 2023|| ## **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)**
**Position (eg Secretary,**
**Chair, etc)**
**Date**||| |---|---|---| ||Lucian Filip|Cornelia Alexandre Ene| ||
Chair|Trustee| ||01/02/2025|| ||01/02/2025|| THE ROMANIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH FOR DONCASTER ## Profit and Loss ## 6 April, 2023 - 5 April, 2024 ||TOTAL| |---|---| |Income|| |Donations|550.00| |Income from Weddings and Baptisms ( 10 )|20,000.00| |**Total Income**|**£20,550.00**| |Cost of Sales|| |Purchases ( Foreign )|4,215.97| |**Total Cost of Sales**|**£4,215.97**| |GROSS PROFIT|**£16,334.03**| |Expenses|| |Rent|1,500.00| |Repair and Maintenance|10.47| |**Total Expenses**|**£1,510.47**| |NET OPERATING INCOME|**£14,823.56**| |NET INCOME|**£14,823.56**| **1/1** **Accrual Basis Monday 3 February 2025 04:05 pm GMT+00:00** ## THE ROMANIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH FOR DONCASTER ## Balance Sheet As of April 5, 2024 ||TOTAL| |---|---| |Fixed Asset|| |**Total Fixed Asset**|| |Cash at bank and in hand|| |Cash on hand|14,823.56| |**Total Cash at bank and in hand**|**£14,823.56**| |NET CURRENT ASSETS|**£14,823.56**| |NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES)|**£14,823.56**| |TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES|**£14,823.56**| |TOTAL NET ASSETS (LIABILITIES)|**£14,823.56**| |Capital and Reserves|| |Retained Earnings|| |Profit for the year|14,823.56| |**Total Capital and Reserves**|**£14,823.56**| **1/1** **Accrual Basis Monday 3 February 2025 04:08 pm GMT+00:00**