Charity No: 265415
Trustees’ Annual Report & Statement of Financial Activity for the period 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2022
Trustees
Michael Crighton (formerly Michael Holland-Porter) Karen Stokes Tracey Ford
ALDERNEY MANOR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Trustees’ Annual Report & Statement of Financial Activity for the period 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2022
Contents
| Contents | Contents | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Introduction ................................................................................................ 3 | |
| 1.1 | Charitable Objects ............................................................................................. 3 | |
| 2. | Activities & Achievements ........................................................................... 3 | |
| 2.1 | Outputs & Outcomes ........................................................................................ 3 | |
| 2.2 | Policies on Grant-Making and/or Social Investments ....................................... 3 | |
| 2.3 | The Roles & Contributions of Volunteers ......................................................... 3 | |
| 2.4 | How the Public Have Benefitted ....................................................................... 3 | |
| 3. | Financial Review .......................................................................................... 4 | |
| 3.1 | Details of Any Funds Materially in Deficit ......................................................... 4 | |
| 3.2 | Policy on Reserves ............................................................................................. 4 | |
| 3.3 | Principal Sources of Funding ............................................................................. 4 | |
| 3.4 | Remuneration of Trustees ................................................................................ 4 | |
| 4. | Reference and Administration Details .......................................................... 4 | |
| 4.1 | Charity Name & Registration ............................................................................ 4 | |
| 4.2 | Charity’s Principal Address ................................................................................ 4 | |
| 4.3 | Names of the Trustees Who Manage the Charity ............................................. 4 | |
| 4.4 | Bank {O} ............................................................................................................ 4 | |
| 4.5 | Independent Examiner ...................................................................................... 4 | |
| 5. | Structure, Governance & Management ........................................................ 5 | |
| 5.1 | Type of Governing Document ........................................................................... 5 | |
| 5.2 | Charitable Objects ............................................................................................. 5 | |
| 5.3 | Statutory Declaration ........................................................................................ 5 | |
| 5.5 | Trustee Development........................................................................................ 5 |
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Trustees Annual Report
& Statement of Financial Activity for the period 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2022
1. Introduction
1.1 Charitable Objects
The objectives, as set out in the Constitution, are:
(a) To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of Alderney and the neighbourhood (hereinafter called ‘the Area Of Benefit’) without distinction of sex or of political, religious or other opinions by associating the local authorities, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure-time occupation with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants;
(b) To establish or to secure the establishment of a Community Centre (hereinafter called “the Centre”) and to maintain and manage, or to co-operate with any local statutory authority in the maintenance and management of such a Centre for activities promoted by the Association and its constituent bodies in furtherance of the above objects..
2. Activities & Achievements
2.1 Outputs & Outcomes
Alderney Manor main output is to provide a safe place for community groups to meet, the main output is maintaining the building to a standard where it provides a warm and welcoming meeting place. This enables all of our community to benefit.
2.2 Policies on Grant-Making and/or Social Investments
The charity does not make any grants, or make social or programme-related investments.
The charity does provide rent free space to vulnerable groups in the community.
2.3 The Roles & Contributions of Volunteers
The roles of our volunteers encompass a wide range of responsibilities and activities. They act as advocates, raising awareness about social issues and promoting positive change. Volunteers serve as fundraisers, organising events and activities to generate financial support for the charity. Additionally, volunteers take on the role of mentors and educators, sharing their knowledge and expertise to empower others through education and personal development.
2.4 How the Public Have Benefitted
We have recognised the most vulnerable groups in our community and provide free meeting space regularly for people with memory loss and residents who have suffered strokes.
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3. Financial Review
3.1 Details of Any Funds Materially in Deficit
The Charity has no funds which are materially in deficit.
3.2 Policy on Reserves
We have a reserve fund of £20,000.00 banked in a savings account with Santander Bank
3.3 Principal Sources of Funding
Our main source of income is from “Alderney Manor Social Club Ltd” which we have a Deed of Covenant set up. Hall hire provides income from groups who use the hall on the weekdays and hire for private parties at weekends
3.4 Remuneration of Trustees
All Trustees act in a voluntary capacity and receive no remuneration or other material benefits from their services to the Charity.
Out-of-pocket expenses necessarily and reasonably incurred by Trustees in promoting the purposes of the Charity are reimbursed at cost.
4. Reference and Administration Details
4.1 Charity Name & Registration
Name of the Charity:
Alderney Manor Community Association
Charity No: 265415
4.2 Charity’s Principal Address
287 Herbert Avenue, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4HR
e-mail: admin@alderneymanor.co.uk
4.3 Names of the Trustees Who Manage the Charity
| Name | Office | Appointed Resigned |
Appointed by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Crighton | Chair | 23 March 2021 | AGM |
| Karen Stokes | Treasurer | 23 March 2021 | AGM |
| Tracey Ford | Secretary | 23 march 2021 | AGM |
4.4 Bank
NatWest Bank, 151 High Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1AS
4.5 Independent Examiner
Hiclass Accounting, Suite 15, 1 Ensbury Park Road, Moordown, Bournemouth, BH9 2SQ
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5. Structure, Governance & Management
5.1 Type of Governing Document
Alderney Manor Community Association’s governing document is the “Constitution of the Alderney manor Community Centre” dated 30th January 1986
5.2 Charitable Objects
The objectives, as set out in the Constitution, are:
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(a) To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of Alderney and the neighbourhood (hereinafter called ‘the Area Of Benefit’) without distinction of sex or of political, religious or other opinions by associating the local authorities, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure-time occupation with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants;
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(b) To establish or to secure the establishment of a Community Centre (hereinafter called “the Centre”) and to maintain and manage, or to co-operate with any local statutory authority in the maintenance and management of such a Centre for activities promoted by the Association and its constituent bodies in furtherance of the above objects.
The Association shall be non-party in politics and non-sectarian in religion.
The Association shall have power to affiliate to the National Federation of Community Organisations and to other organisations with similar charitable objects.
The Trustees consider that the main activities of Alderney Manor Community Association are in accordance with the objectives and that they are of public benefit. The Trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charities Commission on public benefit.
5.3 Statutory Declaration
The Trustees confirm that they have paid due regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit in deciding what activities the charity should undertake.
5.4 Trustee Selection Methods
There must be at least three charity trustees. The maximum number of trustees is 12.
In accordance with the Constitution, Trustees are appointed or re-appointed annually by a resolution passed at a properly convened meeting of the full members of the association.
In appointing Trustees due consideration is given to ensuring that the Trustees have, between them, the skills and experience necessary to manage the charity effectively and in accordance with charity law.
Approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf.
31 March 2023
Michael Crighton (Chair)
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ALDERNEY MANOR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
287 HERBERT AVENUE
PARKSTONE POOLE BH12 4HR Charity Number 265415
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2022
REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF ALDERNEY MANOR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION ON THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 Charity Number: 265415
Responsibilities of Management Committee and Examiner
The committee members 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 charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed 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 conclude that in any respect:
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Accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act, or
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The accounts do not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Hiclass Accounting Ltd Suite 15 1 Ensbury Park Road Bournemouth Dorset BH9 2SQ
Date: 13.10.25
Signed……………………………….
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ALDERNEY MANOR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
| INCOME Subscriptions BCP Business Support grants Activities: Raffles Bingo Yoga Over-60’s Line Dancing Slimming world Child Minding Network Hall and Room Hire Townswomen’s Guild Wed Morning Group Starfish Monday Children’s Group Borough of Poole Election Fees Branksome United Football Club Poole Table Services & subscriptions Deed of covenant Interest Received Sundry (Deficit)/Profit for the year |
2022 2021 £ £ PAYMENTS 1,872 - Water - 17,098 Bingo and raffle books Repairs and Renewals 1,411 - Insurance 652 - Postage and stationery 465 200 Licences and rent - - Accountancy 1,540 315 Easter, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Halloween Costs 80 - Gardening 600 255 Bouncy castles and discos 3,150 4,215 Cleaning - - Bin collection 325 75 Depreciation - - Hygiene services - - Sports team kits - - Sundries 3,026 - Advertising - - Equipment hire & Entertaining Cost 5,324 18,239 20 2 8,505 - 26,970 40,397 (10,684) 8,417 |
2022 2021 £ £ 2,838 5,757 - - 1,176 805 2,023 1,692 141 - 200 200 - 660 - - 1,060 - - - 390 - 1,290 705 18,415 19,334 768 864 - - 4,438 63 - 400 4,915 1,500 |
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| 37,654 31,980 |
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ALDERNEY MANOR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
BALA CE SHEET
31 DECEMBER 2022
| FIXED ASSETS Leasehold Property Proper Extension and Alterations (prior to 2019) Property Improvements - current year Less Depreciation Other Fixed A. ets Furiture and Equipment - cost b/fwd Club house chairs Less Depreciation Current Assets Cash at Bank - Nahlest Cash at Bank - Santander Other debtors Cash in Hand Current Liabilities Other Creditors Net Current Assets 'ET ASSETS Represented Bv: Unrestricted Funds As at 0 l.0 l.2022 (Defcit)Proft for the year |
2022 £ 37,298 2,000 (37,340) 22,845 18,587 23,562 3,412 68,406 (1,170) £ 362.033 (272.149) 89,884 1,958 67.236 159,078 169,762 (i0,684) 159,078 |
2022 £ 37,298 2,000 (37,340) 22,845 18,587 23,562 3,412 68,406 (1,170) £ 362.033 (272.149) 89,884 1,958 67.236 159,078 169,762 (i0,684) 159,078 |
2021 £ 37,298 (35.285) 24,292 18,567 18,238 1.277 62,374 (869) £ 360.833 l,200 (255,789) 106,244 2,013 61.505 169,762 161,345 8,417 169,762 |
2021 £ 37,298 (35.285) 24,292 18,567 18,238 1.277 62,374 (869) £ 360.833 l,200 (255,789) 106,244 2,013 61.505 169,762 161,345 8,417 169,762 |
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| 22,845 18,587 23,562 3,412 68,406 (1,170) |
24,292 18,567 18,238 1.277 62,374 (869) |
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| 159,078 | 169,762 |
Approved by the Management Committee:
Mr Mike Porter- Chairperson ��
Bethany Gubbins - Secreta�/J Tracey Ford - Treasurer Date: 13.10.25 �
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