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Charity Registration Number : 1212224
HOLLY'S HEROES
A CHARITABLE INCORPORATED ORGANISATION (CIO) TRUSTEES’ REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026
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HOLLY'S HEROES
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026
| Trustees | John Lane |
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| David Sampson (appointed on 05 January 2026) | |
| Sophie Neighbour (appointed on 25 November 2025) | |
| Paul Warneford-Bygrave (appointed on 23 June | |
| 2025) | |
| Victoria Panayides (appointed on 21 February 2025) | |
| Shinead Davis (appointed on 21 February 2025) | |
| Michelle Mouring | |
| Tina Palmer | |
| Nicola Sayer | |
| Sarah Lygo | |
| Charity Number | 1212224 |
| Registered Office | 149 HITHERMOOR ROAD |
| STAINES-UPON | |
| THAMES | |
| TW19 6AU | |
| Chairman | John Lane |
| Patron | Paul Gibbs |
| Independent Examiner | Mr M.H Tuffaha |
| Sterling Gate Accountants, | |
| 3rd Floor, | |
| 86-90 Paul Street, | |
| London, | |
| EC2A 4NE |
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HOLLY'S HEROES
TRUSTEES' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026
The trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 28 February 2026.
Trustee's report and financial statements
The Board Of Trustees of Holly’s Heroes presents its report and accounts for the year ended 28th February 2026. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting reported by charities: Statement of recommended practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the financial reporting standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015)
Structure, Governance and management
Holly’s Heroes is a registered charity, number 1212224 and is governed by its Governing Document which was adopted on 20th February 2025. Holly’s Heroes was founded following the death of Holly West, aged 14 from Rhabdomyosarcoma to provide relief to children (under 18) suffering from cancer relief by means of granting wishes.
The Board of Trustees (The Board) is responsible for the overall governance of Holly’s Heroes. The number of Trustees cannot be fewer than three. The recruitment and selection process is the responsibility of the board. Trustees undergo an induction programme suitable to their needs. All Trustees give their time freely and no Trustee remuneration is paid.
The Board has met regularly throughout our first year and is responsible for setting an appropriate strategy for the charity. The board receives regular reports on all aspects of the Charity’s work. The trustees delegate responsibility for the day-to-day administration of the charity to the Founder who liaises regularly with the Chair, Treasurer and Secretary.
Risk Management
The trustees have considered the major risks to which the charity is exposed and have reviewed those risks. Systems and procedures are in place to manage any risk. Adequate insurance policies are in place to cover Business All risks, Employers’, Public, Products and Trustees liability.
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Objectives and Activities
Holly’s Heroes endeavors to achieve its objective to improve the lives of children with cancer throughout the Surrey and The Greater London area by providing wishes to the child.
Our objectives, as set out in our Governing document are:
For the public benefit, to relieve the needs of children under 18 suffering from cancer being treated at hospitals in the Southern counties of England and Greater London, and their families/carers, by the granting of wishes.
Activities Undertaken:
Holly’s Heroes exists because when a child is diagnosed with cancer, it has a devastating impact on the physical, financial and emotional wellbeing of the whole family, both during and after treatment and beyond.
In 2025/2026, Holly’s Heroes has forged strong referral partnerships with children’s cancer health professionals across Surrey, which has enabled us to fulfil the wishes of our beneficiaries.
Since registration , Holly’s Heroes has supported eleven families by providing fun experiences of a varying nature, in addition we have also
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Provided Memory hand casts to one family.
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Provided hampers to eleven children and their siblings at Christmas.
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Offered emotional support to all our families through regular bi-weekly checkins.
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Delivered Easter eggs to a local hospital
Public Benefit Statement
The trustees confirm that they have complied with their duty to consider the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit. Holly’s Heroes directly benefits children suffering with cancer by providing fun experiences which has a positive impact on their mental health.
Financial Review
Income and Expenditure: The charity received a total income of £95,217 primarily from donations, and fundraising events. Expenditure totalled £33,595 with the main costs being:
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Experience Costs: £13,214
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Staff and volunteer expenses: £894
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Administrative operational costs and promotional items: £19,487
In summary our first year has far exceeded any expectations, as we reflect on the year we feel an immense sense of pride on what we have been able to achieve, we
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have made a positive and lasting difference for families facing the emotional strain that comes with a cancer diagnosis. The experiences that we have provided has allowed them to experience some normality and fun during a very difficult journey.
It is essential for us to remain focused, and look for new ways to continue to expand our services as there is demand for our support.
Without any government funding, Holly’s Heroes depends entirely on the generosity of individual and corporate supporters to enable us to offer the experiences. The trustees acknowledge that our support is only possible when adequate funds are available, making a commitment to robust income-generating initiatives essential. This remains a key objective for the Trust moving forward.
This has been an extremely successful year for us. We held a launch party, wear blue for Holly day and our first 5k run. We received £10,000 from South West Middlesex Crematorium as part of the ICCM scheme and gained our first corporate sponsorship partner. We were also heavily supported by fundraisers holding events and completing challenges.
Fundraising Activities: The charity raised funds through a combination of:
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Individual donations & sponsorship events £48,265
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Corporate sponsorships £26,113
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Grant funding £5,000
Holly’s Heroes adheres to ethical fundraising standards and maintains transparency in all financial dealings.
Reserves Policy
The purpose of the reserves is to secure the future of our services and long-term obligation to families. They also provide protection against unexpected events and fluctuations in income.
The Trustees have considered the risks and needs of the charity and have set a reserves policy which requires:
Reserves to be maintained for a period of unforeseen difficulty at a level which ensures that Holly’s Heroes core activity could continue
A proportion of reserves be maintained in a readily realisable form.
Having taken all of the above into consideration, the Board of Trustees agreed that the most appropriate level of reserves required to meet the above risks, together with our charitable activities and commitments, was 3 months’ charitable activities.
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Plans for the Future
We are immensely proud that we are making a difference and having a meaningful impact of the lives of the children and families we support. We have helped a diverse range of people from a wide geographical area. The Trustees have pledged to continue to develop our services to provide help to families when they most need it.
In the coming year, Holly’s Heroes aims to:
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Grant experiences to 30 children suffering with cancer.
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Secure grants to help further growth.
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Strengthen fundraising efforts to secure sustainable funding sources.
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Gain counselling accreditation.
Trustees' Responsibilities Statement
The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
This report was approved by the trustees and signed on its behalf by:
John Lane Trustee
June 1, 2026
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HOLLY'S HEROES
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026
Independent examiner's report to the Trustees of HOLLY'S HEROES
I report to the Charity Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the charity for the year ending 28 February 2026 which consists of the statement of financial activities, balance sheet and the related notes.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity's trustees, 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 which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or
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the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
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the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form 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 fair’ view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
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.
June 2, 2026
Mr M.H Tuffaha AFA Associate Member – Institute of Financial Accountants Sterling Gate Accountants 3rd Floor, 86-90 Paul Street London EC2A 4NE
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HOLLY'S HEROES
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026
| Notes Income and endowments from: |
Unrestricted funds £ |
Total Funds 2026 £ 48,348.41 46,868.94 |
|---|---|---|
| Donations and legacies 2 |
48,348.41 | |
| Charitable activities 3 |
46,868.94 | |
| Total | 95,217.35 | 95,217.35 |
33,595.19 |
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| Expenditure on: | ||
| Charitable activities 4 |
33,595.19 | |
| Total | 33,595.19 | 33,595.19 |
61,622.16 |
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| Net income | 61,622.16 | |
| Net movement in funds | 61,622.16 | 61,622.16 - |
| Reconciliation of funds: | ||
| Total funds brought forward | - | |
| Total funds carried forward | 61,622.16 | 61,622.16 |
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HOLLY'S HEROES
BALANCE SHEET
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026
| ALANCE SHEET OR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026 |
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|---|---|
| Notes | Total Funds 2026 £ 61,622.16 61,622.16 |
| Current assets | |
| Cash at bank and in hand 5 |
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| Total current assets | |
| Total net assets | 61,622.16 |
| 61,622.16 - - |
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| Funds of the Charity | |
| Unrestricted funds 6 |
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| Restricted funds 6 |
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| Endowment funds 6 |
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| Total funds | 61,622.16 |
The financial statements were approved by the trustees and signed on its behalf by:
June 1, 2026 John Lane Trustee
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HOLLY'S HEROES
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2026
Charity for HOLLY'S HEROES is a Charitable Incorporated Organization (CIO) in Charity Commission for England and Wales. The registered office is 149 HITHERMOOR ROAD, STAINES-UPON, THAMES, TW19 6AU.
1. Accounting Policies
The principal accounting policies adopted by the Charity, which is a public benefit entity, in the preparation of the accounts are as follows.
1.1 Basis of preparation
These accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention, as modified by the inclusion of charitable properties and fixed asset investments and investment properties at valuation.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with “Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)” (effective 1 January 2019) - (Charities SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011.
These accounts are presented in pounds sterling and rounded to the nearest pound.
1.2 Going concern
The Trustees have prepared financial projections, taking into consideration the current economic conditions and have, at the time of approving these accounts, a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus they continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the accounts.
2. Income from Donations and Legacies
| Analysis | Unrestricted funds | Total funds 2026 £ 27,509.71 500.00 20,338.70 48,348.41 |
|---|---|---|
| £ | ||
| Donation andgifts | 27,509.71 | |
| General grants provided by Government/other charities |
500.00 | |
| Other | 20,338.70 | |
| Total | 48,348.41 |
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3. Income from Charitable Activities
| 3. Income from Charitable | Activities | |
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| Analysis | Unrestricted funds | Total funds 2026 |
| £ | £ | |
| Fund Raising | 46,868.94 | 46,868.94 |
| Total | 46,868.94 | 46,868.94 |
| 4. Expenditure on Charitable Activities | ||
| Analysis | Unrestricted funds | Total funds 2026 |
| £ | £ | |
| IT cost | 3,073.00 | 3,073.00 |
| Mascot | 4,473.60 | 4,473.60 |
| FundraisingRegulator | 60.00 | 60.00 |
| Insurance | 187.04 | 187.04 |
| Families | 13,214.43 | 13,214.43 |
| Other expenses | 12,587.12 | 12,587.12 |
| Total | 33,595.19 | 33,595.19 |
| 5. Cash at bank and in hand | ||
| Analysis | Total funds 2026 | |
| £ | ||
| Cash at bank and in hand | 61,622.16 | |
| Total | 61,622.16 |
6. Charity funds
6.1 Details of material funds held and movements during the CURRENT reporting period
| Fund names Unrestricted funds Total |
Income | Expenditure £ |
Fund balances carried forward £ 61,622.16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| £ | |||
| 95,217.35 | 33,595.19 | ||
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7. Related Party Transactions
During the year, reimbursement of expenses totalling £594.86 was paid to the partner of trustee (J Lane) in respect of costs incurred on behalf of the charity. The expenses were wholly and exclusively for charitable purposes and were fully reviewed and approved by the board of trustees in accordance with the charity’s related party transactions policy and conflict of interest procedures.
8. Trustees’ Remuneration, Benefits and Expenses
No trustees received any remuneration or benefits in kind during the year. However, £299.97 expenses were paid for John Lane.
9. Employees Earning Over £60,000
No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000 during the year.
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