New Footing Ministries Registration number 1205353 Annual report of New Footing Ministries for the Period Ending 31[st] October 2024 1 New Footing Ministries Registration number 1205353 ## **NEW FOOTINGS MINISTRIES** ## **ANNUAL REPORT** ## **For the Period Ending 31st October 2024** ## **1. Aims and Purposes** New Footings Ministries (NFM) exists to serve vulnerable individuals and communities through Christian-based outreach, spiritual support, and practical assistance. Our mission is rooted in faith, compassion, and inclusivity, providing hope and empowerment to those experiencing hardship, crisis, or marginalisation. ## **2. Objectives and Activities** In 2024, NFM focused on: - Winter Night Shelter from mid December until early March accommodated at The Haven, Gerston Place, Paignton, Devon - Provided security, volunteer teams from 6 pm through to 9 am next morning - Hot showers, laundry service, hot meals and packed lunches provided during this period - Drop-in sessions offering emotional and pastoral support - Collaboration with agencies for housing, mental health, and recovery support - Supported up to 20 rough sleepers each night These activities align with our purpose to meet physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. ## **3. Safeguarding** NFM prioritises safeguarding and maintains an up-to-date Safeguarding Policy. All staff and volunteers are required to complete safeguarding training and undergo DBS checks. There were no reportable safeguarding incidents in 2024. 2 New Footing Ministries Registration number 1205353 ## **4. Staffing** In September 2024, Maria joined the team in a part-time pastoral and outreach support role. Her three-month term strengthened our capacity and helped expand our engagement with beneficiaries. ## **5. Pastoral** The pastoral ministry remained a core part of our mission. In 2023/2024, the team delivered over 150 one-to-one support sessions and responded to increased requests for prayer, grief support, and emotional recovery services. ## **6. Relationships** We continued to deepen our partnerships with churches, local councils, charities, and service providers. These relationships enhanced our ability to offer holistic support and streamlined referral pathways for service users. ## **7. Volunteers – Our Sincere Thanks** We are incredibly grateful to our volunteers who gave generously of their time, skills, and compassion. Their support across kitchen prep, outreach, logistics, and admin made all the difference in 2023/2024. ## **8. NFM Members** Our members remained faithful in their support through giving, prayer, and participation in ministry activities. Membership remains a key source of accountability and spiritual guidance for the charity. 3 New Footing Ministries Registration number 1205353 ## **9. Elected Members** The elected members (trustees) of NFM provided governance, vision, and oversight throughout 2023/2024. Their role ensures legal and spiritual stewardship of the charity’s mission and resources. ## **10. Structure, Governance and Management** NFM is governed by a Board of Trustees in accordance with our governing document. Trustees meet regularly to oversee operations, financials, and safeguarding compliance. Day-to-day operations are delegated to the leadership team under trustee supervision. ## **11. Responsibilities and Basis of the Report** This report has been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102), applicable to charities preparing their accounts on the accrual’s basis. It provides a true and fair view of the charity's activities for the period ending 31st October 2024. ## **12. Independent Examiner’s Statement** A copy of the Independent Examiner’s Statement will be lodged with the Charity Commission with this document and is included in the Final Accounts for this period ## **13. Annual Financial Report** A copy of NFM Annual Financial Report period ended 31st October 2024 will be lodged with the Charity Commission with this document and is included in the Final Accounts for this period 4 New Footing Ministries Registration number 1205353 ## **14. Accounting Policies** NFM prepares its financial statements in line with the Charities SORP (FRS 102). Income and expenditure are accounted for on an accruals basis. Funds are allocated as either restricted or unrestricted. ## **15. Fund Accounting** Restricted funds are earmarked for specific purposes (e.g., food trailer project), while unrestricted funds support core operational and outreach activities. ## **16. Income** £61,850 ## **17. Expenditure** £55,093 ## **18. Fixed Assets** None ## **19. Activities Overview** In an endeavour to provide Winter Night Shelter accommodation for the most needy in our community during the coldest and darkest times of our winter, we were privileged to share The Haven building. This put an immense strain on the running of The Haven and thanks were expressed to the Management and Volunteers without whom we would not have been able to continue. There were a number of neighbours who found those we care for extremely intimidating. Although all issues were addressed with care and sensitivity, it was agreed that we would not hold a night shelter at The Haven in the future but would prayerfully seek alternative accommodation or look for different opportunities of serving 5 New Footing Ministries Registration number 1205353 the homeless. Community engagement and service impact grew steadily throughout the year. ## **20. Creditors** None ## **21. Staff Costs** Maria’s employment for three months is included under staff costs. No other staff were employed during 2024. ## **22. Transactions with Trustees** There were no payments made to trustees or their relatives during the year. Any donations from trustees or their families were made voluntarily and without condition. ## **Prepared by:** New Footings Ministries Trustees **Date:** 30/06/2025 ## **Signed:** Chair of Trustees: ____________________ Treasurer: ____________________ 6 Charity number 1205353 New Footings Ministries ## Accounts 31 October 2024 1 **New Footings Ministries Report and accounts Contents** ||**Page**| |---|---| |Independent examiners report|3| |Statement of financial activities|4| |Statements of assets and liabilities|5| |Notes to the accounts|6 - 7| 2 ## **New Footings Ministries Independent examiner’s report to the trustees of New Footings Ministries** I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the New Footings Ministries charity for the period ended 31 October 2024 ## **Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner** 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’). ## **Basis of independent examiner's report** 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. I have completed my examination. ## **Independent examiner's statement** 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: 1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or 2. 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. Signed: **I M Knox** 9 Cragg Drive Grange over Sands Cumbria LA11 6BL ## **4 June 2025** 3 ## **New Footings Ministries Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 31 October 2024** |**Notes**
**Incoming resources**
Incoming resources from generated funds
**1**
**Total incoming resources**
**Expenditure**
Charitable activities
**2**
**Total resources expended**
**Net incoming resources**
**before transfers**
Transfers
Net movement in funds after transfers
**Reconciliation of funds**
Total funds brought forward
**Total funds carried forward**|**Unrestricted Restricted**
**Total Funds**
**Total Funds**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**2024**
**2022**
£
£
**£**
£
16,423
45,427
**61,850**
0
16,423
45,427
**61,850**
0
14,605
40,488
**55,093**
0
14,605
40,488
55,093
0
1,818
4,939
**6,757**
0
1,818
4,939
6,757
0
10,100
-
**10,100**
11,918
4,939
16,857
0| |---|---| 4 _1_ ## **New Footings Ministries Charity number 1205353 Statements of assets and liabilities as at 31 October 2024** |**Notes**
Sundry debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
**Creditors: amounts falling due**
**within one year**
**Net Assets**
**The funds of the charity**
Restricted funds
**4**
Unrestricted funds
**4**
**Total charity funds**|**£**
**£**
**£**
**£**
330
16,527
10,101
16,857
10,101
-
-
16,857
10,101
16,857
10,101
4,939
-
11,918
10,100
16,857
10,100
**2024**
**2023**| |---|---| ||16,857| ||-| ||| 5 ## **New Footings Ministries Notes to the Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2024** ## **1 Donations** |Donations received - unrestricted
Donations received - restricted
Gift Aid
Contribution to rent
**2**
**Charitable activities**
Security
Food/clothing/cleaning etc
POD and container
Storage and Rental
Insurance
Stationery
Mileage
Training
Software and IT
Repairs and maintenance
Fees and subscriptions
DBS checks
Marketing including shows
Other donations
Bank charges
**3**
**Analysis of funds**
**General funds**
Unrestricted funds
**Other funds**
Restricted funds
**4**
**Net assets by fund**
Current assets|**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**£**
15,973
-
450
16,423
**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**£**
370
8,404
2,315
304
257
1,077
734
494
450
200
-
-
14,605
**At 23**
**October**
**2023**
**£**
10,100
-
**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**£**
11,918|**Restricted**
**Funds**
**£**
45,427
45,427
**Restricted**
**Funds**
**£**
34,895
3,946
346
811
25
201
264
40,488
**Incoming**
**Resources**
**£**
16,423
45,427
45,427
**Restricted**
**Funds**
**£**
4,939|**Total Funds**
**2024**
**£**
15,973
45,427
-
450
61,850
**Total Funds**
**2024**
**£**
34,895
4,316
8,404
2,661
811
329
458
1,077
734
494
450
264
200
-
-
55,093
**Resources**
**expended**
**£**
(14,605)
(40,488)
(40,488)
**Total Funds**
**2024**
**£**
16,857|**Transfers**|Total Funds
2023
£
-
-
Total Funds
2023
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
**At 31**
**October**
**2024**
**£**
11,918| |---|---|---|---|---|---| ||||||4,939| ||||||4,939| ||||||Total Funds
2023
£
10,101| 6 Charity number 1205353 New Footings Ministries ## Accounts 31 October 2024 1 **New Footings Ministries Report and accounts Contents** ||**Page**| |---|---| |Independent examiners report|3| |Statement of financial activities|4| |Statements of assets and liabilities|5| |Notes to the accounts|6 - 7| 2 ## **New Footings Ministries Independent examiner’s report to the trustees of New Footings Ministries** I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the New Footings Ministries charity for the period ended 31 October 2024 ## **Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner** 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’). ## **Basis of independent examiner's report** 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. I have completed my examination. ## **Independent examiner's statement** 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: 1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or 2. 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. Signed: **I M Knox** 9 Cragg Drive Grange over Sands Cumbria LA11 6BL ## **4 June 2025** 3 ## **New Footings Ministries Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 31 October 2024** |**Notes**
**Incoming resources**
Incoming resources from generated funds
**1**
**Total incoming resources**
**Expenditure**
Charitable activities
**2**
**Total resources expended**
**Net incoming resources**
**before transfers**
Transfers
Net movement in funds after transfers
**Reconciliation of funds**
Total funds brought forward
**Total funds carried forward**|**Unrestricted Restricted**
**Total Funds**
**Total Funds**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**2024**
**2022**
£
£
**£**
£
16,423
45,427
**61,850**
0
16,423
45,427
**61,850**
0
14,605
40,488
**55,093**
0
14,605
40,488
55,093
0
1,818
4,939
**6,757**
0
1,818
4,939
6,757
0
10,100
-
**10,100**
11,918
4,939
16,857
0| |---|---| 4 _1_ ## **New Footings Ministries Charity number 1205353 Statements of assets and liabilities as at 31 October 2024** |**Notes**
Sundry debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
**Creditors: amounts falling due**
**within one year**
**Net Assets**
**The funds of the charity**
Restricted funds
**4**
Unrestricted funds
**4**
**Total charity funds**|**£**
**£**
**£**
**£**
330
16,527
10,101
16,857
10,101
-
-
16,857
10,101
16,857
10,101
4,939
-
11,918
10,100
16,857
10,100
**2024**
**2023**| |---|---| ||16,857| ||-| ||| 5 ## **New Footings Ministries Notes to the Accounts For the year ended 31 October 2024** ## **1 Donations** |Donations received - unrestricted
Donations received - restricted
Gift Aid
Contribution to rent
**2**
**Charitable activities**
Security
Food/clothing/cleaning etc
POD and container
Storage and Rental
Insurance
Stationery
Mileage
Training
Software and IT
Repairs and maintenance
Fees and subscriptions
DBS checks
Marketing including shows
Other donations
Bank charges
**3**
**Analysis of funds**
**General funds**
Unrestricted funds
**Other funds**
Restricted funds
**4**
**Net assets by fund**
Current assets|**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**£**
15,973
-
450
16,423
**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**£**
370
8,404
2,315
304
257
1,077
734
494
450
200
-
-
14,605
**At 23**
**October**
**2023**
**£**
10,100
-
**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**£**
11,918|**Restricted**
**Funds**
**£**
45,427
45,427
**Restricted**
**Funds**
**£**
34,895
3,946
346
811
25
201
264
40,488
**Incoming**
**Resources**
**£**
16,423
45,427
45,427
**Restricted**
**Funds**
**£**
4,939|**Total Funds**
**2024**
**£**
15,973
45,427
-
450
61,850
**Total Funds**
**2024**
**£**
34,895
4,316
8,404
2,661
811
329
458
1,077
734
494
450
264
200
-
-
55,093
**Resources**
**expended**
**£**
(14,605)
(40,488)
(40,488)
**Total Funds**
**2024**
**£**
16,857|**Transfers**|Total Funds
2023
£
-
-
Total Funds
2023
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
**At 31**
**October**
**2024**
**£**
11,918| |---|---|---|---|---|---| ||||||4,939| ||||||4,939| ||||||Total Funds
2023
£
10,101| 6