Charfty number 1206420 Agoe Empowernient Network CIO Annual Report and Unaudlted Flnancial Statements For the perfod 08 January 2024 to 30 lune 2025
LEGAL AND ADMINisfRATIVE INFORMATION Charfty number 1206420 Trustees juliana Annan (Appofinted 21/1212023) Louis Thompson (Appointed 0810312024] Araba Enchil- Nuamah (Appointed 1911212023) Josephine Mantey (Appointed 15107/2024) Eugenia Adjei (Appointed 2910412025) Independent examfiner Rlchard Otoo (FCCA: AIA) BRS Consulting Ltd 125 Roman Road IA)ndoTh E2 OQN Bankers Metro Bank
Contents Page Trustees report Independent exarninerfs report li Statement offinanaal activities 12 Balance sheet 13 Notes to the flnancial statements 14
Agoe Empowernient Networf( CIO Trustees report l. Introdurtion The Trnstees ofAgoe Empowernient Network are pleased to present thelr annual report and financial statements for the year ended 30 lune 2025. in compliance with the Charities Art 2011 and the CoTnpanies Art 2006. The finanaal statements have been prepared In accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practlce (SORP) applicable to charities preparing thelr accounts under the Financial Reporting Standard 102 (FRS 102), effective I January 2019. Fornied on 3 Ortober 2022 and registered as a charity on 8 lanuary 2024, Agoe Empowern]ent Network is a chan"table companylfimited by guardntee, established to serve the communities ofBatter5ea. WandswortlL and broader areas acriiss London and the UK Despite the diallenges posed during the year. we are proud of the significant strides Tnade, Including the successful delivery of multiple community programmes and events. the expansion of ourvolunteer ba%e. and increasing engagement with beneficiaries. Looking forward, our strategic focus remaiDS on sustainabiltty, capaclty buildi and widening access to essential service& 2. Strnrture. GovernaDee and Management Agoe Empowerment Networkts governed by a Board of Ttees. two of whom also serve as company directo in accordance with the Companies Act 2006. The Board rneets regularly to oversee the charitrfs strategic dftrection and fillanclal health. The charity is supported by 8 casual stsff and an inspiring team of 20 committed volunteers, whose passlon and dedication extend the OREani5atioD's capacity and impacL 3. Objectives and Acbvrties Agoe Empowerment Network exlsts to supportunderprivileged Adult and families from dlsadvantage background language with English Is a forelgn, facing hardship due to age, youth. ill-health. disabillty. finan diffictyand Immigratlonal status. We achieve this through advocacy. advice. and practical supporL access to essential supplies, and tafilored services designed to uplift and empower.
Support for Chlldren and Young People (Ages 3-24) We deliver development programmes that promote lfife skills. peonal growth, confidence buildiD& and responsibility among children and young peopl& Our goal is to nurture sustainable growtb and positivo futtirog through: Educatlonal and enrlchment programmes Leadership and chararter-bufilding acttvltles Community and eDgagement opportunitles Employment skills. Youth Sports and Physlcal Acdvity Provlsion As part ofour commitsnent to health and youth development. we provlde stsThctured after- school sports and physical activity sessioD& including: Junior fitness classes Football training and frEendly matches Table tennis Multi-sports sessions (e.g. basketball. dodgeball, athletlcs) These initiatives aim to improve young people's physic31health and mental well-being while fostering social skills. tearnwork and a sense of belongiD& They also provide a safe and constructlve environment during after-school hour5. helping reduce anti-social behaviour and isolatio Adultsupport and Community Enjpowernient We are commltted to supporting adults in our comrnuDities through: Adult education: literacy learning develop EnglSsh language skills. workshops focused on ment21 and physical Wellbe employability, and financial budget workshop Support and guidance around domestic violence. housin& and social care. immigratton, BeDefits. fuel and FoodbanK SEND eduration supporL form fillin& employment trainin& digital device and Slm car Agoe Empowernient Network actively works across diverse communities Address poverty and food iDsecurity, Promote equality. finclusiorL and access to services
Challenge social eXcIS1On and margina]isatiOIL Senior Citszells Pro2fdnllnes We organise regular services and events for older adults aimed atr. Reduang lonelin and social isolation. promoting health wel]ness. and active ageing Strengthening Intergeneradonal connections, through our communlty engagement events like Neighbour Say My Name Inclusive recreational activities to reduce isolation and promote communlty coheslon Our gulding prindple remains: "SeThlng our conununltles wlth love." 4. Achlevements and PerforniaDce (202+2025) This year, Agoe Ernpowernient Network has made measurnble impact through: Weekly drop-in sessions, reaching over 250 individua15 With welfare, Immigratio houslng, children and education. social care support for the elderly. and benefits advice. Supported 1500 children after-school clubs. weekend enrichment sessions, and HAF holiday (zmps [Sprin& Summer, Autum and hajf-terni). fosterin8 educational engagement and physical wellbein& Dellvering adult workshopson.. Mental health resilience Baslc IT skills Employment readiness (reachlng over 80 adults) Hosting six wellness events attended by over 300 community rnembers, proTnotlng holistic health and Inclusion. Providing youth mentOTing and menta] health avlareness workshops. Offering work experience placements for students aged I18 across Wandsworth schools. Facilitating WomennIY physical activitles. induding yogaj dan fitness, and group walking sessions.
Empowering women with skills and knowledge skills Delivering specialised parenting workshops forthose caring for children wlth disabllitie& Hosting sessions focused on housin& ill]migrntion, and health &well-being. Actlvely partlcipatin8 in the Wandsvorth Council Women and Glrls Physical Activity Committee. Actlvely involved in Big Local SWII and BatterseaAlli3n Commlsslon for the referral of the Wandsworth Baby Box scheme S. Partnership Wong Agoe Empowernient Network collaboratlon lies at the heart ofour service delivery. By working in partnership with key loeal and natlonal organisations. we have been able to broaden our impact and provide more comprehensive support to the individuals and families we serve. This year, we have actively partllered with the following organisations.. Wandsworth Foodbonk- to supply emergeD(y food and essentials to families In crisis. Thlnklng Works- to deliver energy efficiencyadvlce and combat fuel poverty among vulnerable hou5ehold& PoweT2Connect- to increase access to digitsl devices for children and adults experiencing digital exclusion. National Dlgital Incluslon Network- to promote digital literacy and ensure all community members have tbe skills and access needed to participate fully in modern society. Nudonai Databank- helping community rnelnbe stsy connected by providing free moblle dala texts and calls to those who are digitally exclude Wu5te Not Won¢Not- to reduce food waste and redisrribute surplus food to those most in need. Wandsworth Wopl¢Nl4ttch_ to connect r@%identswith employmenL tralnin& and apprenticeship opporwnitie& Wandsworth CitizensAdw"¢e FlrstAld- to offer accessible guidance on legaL finandal housin& and welfare issue5.
CREWEneryv- to provide free energy advice, home energyvisits, and carbon-saving solutions to low-income households. Wandsworth Coundl- to supportthe delivery ofcommunity pronme5 and advocacy for marginalised groups Sport EDgland- Supporting women and their toddlers with Yoga and walklng session EDable- Supporting women and girts with Zumba and dance exercise da<$ encouragtng women physlcal and wellbeing. Go London- Supportlng thildren and youth wlth phys1 activities. Tnental health. mentoring and children's health and weUbein& London Mayor Fund (Kttchen Soclall- support children holiday and half with food. activities and health and wellbelng advise Department for Edurntlon- through initiatives such as the HolidayActivides and Food (HAF) programme to support children and frdmilies during school holidays. These partnerships have been critkcal in enhancing the scope, quality. and accessibility of our servlces We remain commltted to strengtheningthese relationships and exploring new collaborations to better serve our communlties 6. Rlsk Management The TnJsEees have condurted a full annual review of the Charis key riskg in the areas of srrategic, operational. financial, governance. and external compliance. Particular attention was given to risks a&sociated wlth funding and staffing (apacity. The Board is satisfied that robust Wems are in place to mitigate these rlsks. indudlng: Dive}fied income streams Volunteer engagement and tralning Strategic partnerships with local oaniSationS and the local authorlty Ongoing policy reviews
- Publlc Benefit ststement The Trustees conflrni that all activities undertaken by the charfty alig with its charitable objectives and contribute to the public benefit as defined by the Charities Act 2011. AII programmeg are dogigned to gupport those most in need and promote social inclusio educational advancement. and improved wellbein
- Finandal Revlew Total income lor the period: £51.869 Total expenditure: £42.722 Primary sources ofincome: grants. donatio[ fllndratsi and partner contributions The charity remains in a strble financia] position and continues to seek muld-year funding to ensure long-terni delivery services.
- Future Plans Agoe Empowernient Network continues to grow in response to community needs,. we are committed to expandlng and enhanang our services in the year ahead. Our strategic priorlties for 2025-2026 include: Developing and launching an online support portal to improve digitsl access to inforn)atiOn. advice, and educational resourc&% for families and IndIdUals. Delivering financial literacy programrnes, including training in budgeting. investing and money managemenL to empower families with the skills to manage their finances more effectively. Introducing environmental awareness and sustaÈnabllityworlL£hops to promote greener lifestyles and community responsiblllty. Running weekly engagement sessions for elderty residents, with a focus on combating isolation and loneliness through soaal activitle& supporL and health education. Rereglsterwlth Ofsted to enable us to start an aftersd)ool dub to support parent who are working and need support picking chlldren up from sthool and holiday activities. Regstering wlth the Care Quality Commisslon (CQQ to enable the charity to employ carers who can support elderly individuals athomewith person3J care, shoppth& errands, and companionshlp.
Delivering in-school advice sesslons in Battersea to support children and families with early intervention on Wellbei education. and home lif& Registering with Ofsted to opernte a paid afterChoOl club, providing quality childcare, educational enrichmen¢ and a gafe environment for children beyond school hours. Expanding outreach to Vulneble families and underserved communities, ensuring no one is left behin Strengthening partherships and securing long-term funding to increase the sllstalnabillry and reach ofour programme& Recrniting pernianent staff and additional volunteers to support the continued growth and delivery of our services. These initiatives reflect our committnent to building a more inclusive. resilienL and empowered community across Wandsworth and beyond. 10. Approval This report was approved by the Board of Tn on 1210712025 and is signed on their behalf by: Signed: Jullana A.K Annan (Chair of Trustees) Agoe Emw>wennent Network
TO THE TRuEEs OFAGOE EmPOlENT NETWORK CIO INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT TO THETRUStEESOFAGOEEMPOWERMENT NThORK report to the Trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Agoe Empowerment Network for the period ended 30 June 2025. Responslbllities and basls of report As the Trustees of Agoe Empowernlent Network you are responsible for the preparation of the financlal ststements accordance with the requirements ofthe Charities Art 2011 (the 2011 Act). I report In respect of my examination of Agoe Empowerment Networws financlal statements carried out under section 145 of the 2011 ACL In carrying out my examination. I have followed all the appllcable Directlonsglven bythe Charity Commlsslon undersectio 145(5itb) of the 2011 ACL Independent examlner's statement I have completed my examinatio and I confirni that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that In any material respecL' accounting records were not kept in respert of Agoe Empowement Network as required by section 130 of the 2011 Act or the financial ststements do not accord with those records.. or the financial statements do not comply with the appllcable requirements concerning the forni and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and falr viewwhlch is not a rnatter considered as part of an independent examinatio I have no concerns and have come across no other rnatters In connertion with the examination to wM"ch attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reacheit Richard Otoo (FCCA, AIA) Dated- 12 July2025 BRS Consulting Ltd 125 Roman Road London E2 OQN
e Ernpowerment Network STATEMENf OF FINANCIALACTMTIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30JUNE 2025 Totsl Fund5 funds 2025 Notes: Incomefro Grants 48.429 Donatior 51,869 Total Income SI69 ndlt Charitable activEtles 142.7221 142.7221 Net {expendItUrloMQj for the ¥ear Net mo¥èmert In lund5 Fund balances at 08 January 2024 Fund balances at 30 of )e 2025 The ststement of finanoal athtr"e5 includes all gains and105ses recognised in the year. All income and expendrture derivefrom continuirvx operations
oe Empoweffiiert Network BALANCE SHEET SAT 30June 20Z5 2025 Current Assets Cash at bank and in hantl 10,553 crn1it0 amountsfalllng due withln one year 11.4051 9148 Net ¢urTent a57ets 9148 Income fvn RestrirtÈd funds Unrestricted fvnds 9,148 9.148 The financial statements were approved by theTrustee5 on Juliana Agoe Annan Chalr Oate.. 12 Juty 2025
Asoe Empowerment Netwo CHARITY (CIO) ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED aoJuNE 2025 Income LB Wandsworth- HAF LB Wandsworth- WBC Lottery Fund- Women's Sports Mayor of London Enable Go London GLA Batt UTG ChaTities Other donations 5,955 19,275 9,185 2,800 1,250 8.964 51 Totsl Income Expenses Rent Eypense Equipment Adu Educatlon 2,261 Travel costs Administrauon costs Events and Workshop costs Food and freshments Marketing and promotion Motr)r expensès Resourees stsff trainirg and welfare Toys Donations and gifts Youth Activitie5 Println& Postage and ststlonery Telephone. intemet and Volunteer Costs Insurance Consuanty fees Accountsncy Website Sundry 189 2,465 3,750 5.901 818 5.199 2,617 365 291 1.057 3,655 479 1,805 1,070 95 417 142.7221 Net suOe 9.148
Agoe Empowemient f4ptwork Charfty ICIQ}A¢counts Rartrfrted lunds 2025 l Grants Grants recelv•d 48,429 Donatlons Donations received 4. Charllable actlTAtle5 2025 Actlvltle5 42,722 5. Trustee5 None of the Trustee5 lor any persons connerted wth them) recefved remunerntion durlngthe year & Empl<*y• The average monthly number ofemployees durin8 the yearwas: Number