Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited A company limited by guarantee And not having a share capital Company Registration No. 01771608 {England and Wales) Charity No. 288337 HANLEY CROUCH COMMUNITY ASSOCIAIION nnyp KWORKS COMMUNITY CENTRE Financial statements For the year ended 31 March 2025
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Table of contents Company Information Report of the Trustees Objectivesi public benefit and activities Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities Structure, Governan and Management Achievements. Performance and Future Plans Reserves Independent Examinerf Report io ststement of Financial Activities li Balance Sheet 12 Notes to Financial Statements 13-2Q
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limlted Company Information Chair Sally Sturgeon Deputychair Philip MCMaln TreaSUr Mlcky Khurana Trustees/Dirertors Jeremy Corbyn MP Afamdi Nwodo Yvonne Quinn Natalie Lewis Melissa O'carroll Steven Nyandu Doreen Henry Secretary Rani Nwodo Centre Mana8er Colln Adam5 MBE Business Address and Registered Office Brickworks Community Centre 42 Crouch Hill London N4 4BY Independent examiners Simpson Wreford LLP Wellesley House Duke of Wellington Avenue Royal Arsenal London SE18 6SS Bankers Natwest Bank plc. PO Box 8036 218 Upper Street London Nl ISP Company Number 01771608 (England & Wale51 Charity number 288337
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 The Trustees (who are also the dlrectorsl are pleased to present their report for the year ended 31 March 2025. This has been prepared in accordance with accounting pollcles set out in the notes to the accounts and comply with the charity's governing document, the Companies Act 2Crf)6, the Charities Act 2011 and Accounting and Reportlng by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practi applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable In the UK and Republlc of Ireland IFRS102} as amended for accounting periods commencing from I January 2015. This report describes what Hanley Ciouch Community Assoclation Ltd is set up to do and what we have been doing in the last year. It also explain5 our structure and governance processes. It includes our annual accounts and explains our plans for the coming year. Additional infomiation about our activitie5 can be found in our Annual Review. Ob ertives Publlc Benefft and Actlvltles We are a multi-purpose Community Association operating in Hillrise Ward, in North Islington, In London. Our Association wa5 set up originally in 1972 by a group of local parents who needed somewhere for their children to play. We a a multi-cultural organi5ation that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We aim to provide services to the whole community irrespective of age, gender. race, disabilitV& or sexual orientation. All are welcome to our centre, known localty as "Brickworks." Over the last fifty years we have had and will continue to have a major influence on the good in our community. providing a stable base in a rapidly Changing environment. OurAim Hanley Crouch CommunityAssociation alms to improve the lives of people in our local community and to promote community involvement and community cohesion through the dellvery of services needed for children. young people and the elderly. The Charity Commission's guidance on Public Benefitlsectlon 4 of the 2006 Act) has been considered when applylng the objectives of the Charity. Speclfic Alm$ Hanley Crouch Communlty Association will: increase the involvement of local people in thelr community; assist newcomers to feel part of the communrtyi reduce barriers caused by class, race, ethnicity, age andlor disability,. reduce soclal isolation and raise self-esteem,. asslst people to make informed choices through access to advice, information and support: empower people to make their views known to the people and organisations who affect their Ilves,. improve health and wellbeln improve Ilfe chances through access to educatSon, trainin8 and work-
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 Statement of Trustees, Res onsibilities The Trustees Iwho are also the dirertors of Hanley Crouch CommunityAssociatlon Ltd forthe purposes of company lawl are responsible for preparing The Report of the Trustees and the financial statements in accordance wlth appllcable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Klngdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practicel- Company Law requires the trustees to prepare financial Statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the stste of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charity fr)r that year. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to- select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistentlv,. obseNe the methods and principles of the Charities SORP: make judgments and accountlng estimates that are reasonable and prudent; state whether the applicable accounting Standards have been followed. subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements. and prepare the financial statements on the going toncern basis unle55 It is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in business. The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disc105e with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial po5ttion of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companie5 Act 2006. They are also responsible for 5afeguardin8 the assets of the charity and hence taking reasonable steps for the pventIOn and detection of fraud and other irreBularities. The Trustees are responsible for the maintenance and inte8rity of the corporate and financial informatlon Included on the charitable company's website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and disseminatlon of financial statements may differ from legislation in otherjurisdictions. So far as each Trustee is aware, there is no relevant infomatlon (information needed by the charity's independent auditors in connection with preparing their report) of which the charity's auditors are unaware,. and each director has taken all the steps that helshe ou8ht to have taken as a director In order to make hlmlherself aware of any relevant audit information and to establish that the charity5 auditors are aware of that information. Structure Governance and Mana ement Structur¢ and legal status Hanley Crouch CommunityAssociation Ltd is a registered charity and constituted as a company Ilmited by guarantee. The instruments governing the charity are the Memorandum and Articles of Association. Members of the charitable company guarantee to contribute an amount not exceeding £1 to the assets of the charitable company in the event of winding up, The Trustees are members of the charltable company. but this entitles them only to voting rights. The charity is govemed by a Board of Trustees collectively referred to as the Trustees. These Trustees are also the Direttors of the company for Companies Act purposes. The charity information as shown on page l is part of this report.
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 Governance Trustees are members of the Executive Commlttee and chair the following 5ub-committees= HR, Finance, Fundraising and Building Development. These sub-committees are directly accountable to the Executive Board and are Jointly responsible for advlsing and overseeing the work of the organisation's service areas. The Executive Committee meets at least ten times a year and is attended by the Centre Manager and the Finance & Admlftistration Mana8er and Heads of Service attend when requested. Trustee appolntment As outlined in the Article5 of Assoclatlon, the number of Directors/Trustees formlng the Executive Commlttee includin8 Officers shall be not less than eight nor more than fifteen. The Executive Committee also revlews the skills and professional expertlse of Trustees to ensure there are no knowledge or experience gaps, which would put the strategic management and development of the or8anisation at risk. Trustees are regularly kept up to date with training opportunities and conferences that will further enhance their knowledge and confidence In their role. Potential candidates for the Board of Trustees receive a brieflng pack about the roles and responsibilities of a Trustee and can attend a Board meeting and visit Hanley Crouch to understand its work before being elected. Trustees are invited to meet senior staff members and visit as many activities or projects as they are able to once. they are elected. Management The Executive Committee is responslble for overall strategy and management of the organisation. The day-to-day management of the charity. including staff and fSnancial matters, Is delegated to the Centre Manager ICMI. The CM 15 SilPPOrted by a senior management team comprising of the Finance & Administration Manager,AfterSchool Club Mana8erand Under5's Manager. Thesenior mana8ement team report directly to the CM. Rlsk Assessment The Trustees periodically undertake a review of the major rlsks to which the charlty is exposed. Each year when considering the operatlng budget and strategic plan, the Trustees review the associated organi5atlonal risks. The senior management team also review operational systems and procedures and service area risk assessments to manage risks that are in place. Annually we review and update our risk assessments. business continuity and emergenry contin8ency plans. Achievements Performance and Future Plans Aftersch ol Club Hollda Pla It continues to be a challenglng year for our After School Club IASCI, as we are still experiencing the impact of Ashmount Primary School opening its own After School Club. In addition, the closure of St Gilda's and St Peterfs School. due to a declining birth rate, has resulted in fewer children attendlng local schools. Consequently, there is reduced demand for after-school provision compared to previou5 years. Despite these challen8es, we are making steady progress in increasing attendance toward5 previous levels. The ASC remain5 a valuable and essential seNite, particularly for working parents on low incomes.
Hanley Crouch Community Association Llmited Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 The ongoing Cost of living crisis continues to place significant pressure on our families. The introductiOf7 of a subsidy for families with a combined household income below £35,0(K) ha5 provided much-needed support; however, it has also reduced the overall income received by the ASC. Approxlmately 40% of families currently using the service are benefrtlng from this subsidy. We remain committed to the professional development of our staff. The ASC Manager also serves as the organlsation's Deputy Safeguarding Lead. reflecting our strong commitment to safeguarding. All team members are qualified to Level 3 NVQor a athively working towardsthis qualification, ensuring that children receive high-quality care, Supervision, and support. Our holiday play scheme contlnues to be very popular with both children and families. By offerlng a varied programme of activities each term including sports, nature-based activities. and scien we provlde chlldren with opportunities to explore new interests and engage In enrichlng experiences. The contlnuation of the Holiday Actlvities and Food IHAFI programme has enabled children who might not otherwise have access to a holiday play scheme to attend and benefit from healthy. nutritious meals. The programme has been runnin8 for the past two years and has received excellent feedback from both parents and children. As a result of its succes5, we have increased the number of HAF places to 15, with plans to expand to 20 places Dext year, subjett to continued funding. Under5's Stay & Play contlnues to play a vital role in engaging parents and carers. The pro8ramme attracts a diverse range of families, and over the past year we have seen a notable increase In fathers attendlng sesslons, whith we actively encoura8e and welcome. We continue to work in partnership with other professional or8ani5ations. includlng Bright Start, Parent House, and Islington Library. These collaborations enable Stay & Play to deliver a range of informative and engaging workshops, as well as provide parents and carer5 With access to valuable information and resources. Workshop5 focusing on storytelling, oral hygiene. and the cost of living are particularly benefKlal. as they equip families with practical knowledge and skills that can posltfvelv support overall family wellbein8. The inclusion of a professional yoga instruttor every Thursday further demonstrates Stay & Pla5 commitment to providing holistic experiences for both children and parentslcarers. Sessions incorporating singing. dancing, and relaxatlon not only promote physical actlvity, creativity, and emotional wellbeing in children, but also offer porents and carers opportunitie5 to participate in restorative actlvities and strengthen thelr bond with their children. The team remains committed to increasin8 engagement with parents and childminders, while continuing to respond effectlvely to thelr needs and Concerns to ensure the service remains inclusive. supportive. and responsive. Tenants: Blythwood Community Nursery, Special People & Palace for All continues to rent space from us and have been running throughout. Centre 404. Brownies & Morelife regularly hire our space weekw.
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 Over 55's: The Lunch Club continues to provide valuable social, recreational, and wellbeing opportunitles for its members, supportlng social inclusion and helping to reduce isolation. Throughout the past year, the Lunch Club has organi5ed a wide range of trips and outlngs. enabling members to explore new locations and participate in enriching cultural and leisure experiences. Notable vi5tt5 Included the Sky Garden and the Hornlman Museum, among others. These outing5 were very well attended and thoroughly enjoyed by all participants, contributin8 Posltively to members, overall wellbeing. The Lunch Club has also been proud to continue offerlng gUlar dance classes at Sadlerf5 Wells on Thursdays. These sessions provide members with an enjoyable and engaging way to remain physically active, while also strengthening social connectlons within the 8roup. In addition, members have had the opportunity to showcase their skills and commitment through public performances at Sadlerfs Wells. These performances were highly SUCSSfUl and received strong support from families and frlends, celebrating the talent. confidence, and dedication of our members. Alongside dance artivities, the Lunch Club offers a range of additional session5 designed to promote physlcal and mental wellbein& including chair-based yoga and a knitting group. These activltie5 provide inclusive opportunities for members with varying ablllties and Interests, encouraging relaxation, creativlty. and peer support. Furthermore. the Lunch Club has collaborated wlth Tranquil Health & Wellbeing to deliver monthly workshops focused on health and wellbeing. These Sessions have covered a broad range of toplcs and activities, including dance, music, and presentations from guest speakers representing various organisations. Through this varied programme, the Lunch Club aims to take a holistic approach to wellbe5n& empowering members with knowledge, skills, and opportunities to make informed decisions about their health and maintaln an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Food Bank: Our Food Bank continues to respond to the increasing and increasingly complex needs of its Users. While the provision of food remains at the core of the seThlce, we have expanded our support to include a range of ad hoc and complementary service5 designed to address the wlder challenges fad by individuBls and families within the community. This holistic approach ensures that users receive not only immediate relief but also access to practical support that can help improve their longer-term circumstances. In addltion to supporting our own users, we contlnue to provSde surplus food and essential items to Our Forgotten NelEhbours, who operate a food bank in Finsbury Park on Frldays. Thls partnership enables us to extend our reach and ensure that additional resources are shared effectively with those most in need a¢r055 the wider community. Through our partnership with Age UK, we can offer infomatlon and advice servkes, including assistance with reportlng housing repairs to Islington Council, support with completing forms. debt advice. and domestic violence IDVI support. By integrating these services within the food bank 5ettlng, we can provide a more comprehensive and accesslble form of support. helpirE users to navigate complex systems and access the appropriate seNices and resources durin8 times of dlfficulty.
Hanley Crouch Communlty Association Limited Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 During the wlnter months, we delwered another Warm Winter programme. running from November to March, to 5UPPOrt the wellbeing of our users during the colder period. As part of this inltiative, we provided hot meals, including chl¢ken curry and chlckpea curry, alongside tea and coffee. Addltlonal support was offered where needed, creatin8 a welcoming, supportive, and nurturing environment for those accessing the food bank. To further encourage social interaction and reduce isolatlon, games and informal activitie5 were also made available for users who wished to engage with other resldents. We also continued to distribute toys generously donated by the East London Business Alliance. These toys were shared both throu8h the food bank and acr055 Other services, brin8ing moments of joy to hildren and familie5 durin8 challenging times. In addition, Winter Parcels were distributed to elderlv residents and food bank users. ensurin8 that some of the m05t vulnerable members of our community received extra support during the colder months. Tollln on Ward Communit Even Islington changed the boundarles for the wards, so we a now under Hillrise Ward. There are aladY two community centres listed under Hillrise Ward. It has had a small impatt on us In terms of funding being spllt between centres. However, as Tolllngton has no centres Withir) thelr jurisdiction they have agreed for us to continue to hold thelr community events every 6 months. Ma rf5 Charl ofthe Year Mayoress Anjna Khurana selerted Brickworks as the Mayols Charity of the Year for the London Borough of Islington. This prestigious appointment reflects recognitlon of the vital role the centre plays in 5UPPOrting residents and fosterlng a strong, inclusive community- Working in partnership, the Mayor and Brlckworks alm to strengthen connections across the local community, raise awareness of the centre and the wide ran8e of servlces it offers, and promote the message that everyone has Something valuable to contribute to supporting one another. Through increased visibility and engagement, this collaboration Seeks to highlight the importance of community-led support and collectlve responsibility. By bulldlng these connertions, the partnership also aims to encourage greater volunteer involvement and wider communlty support for the cefttre. In additlon, it seeks to increase engagement wlth Brickworks, services, ensuring that more local people are aware of and able to access the support available to them. Ultimately, this collaboration 5UPPOrts the shared goal of enhancing community wellbeing and resilience throughout the borough. In response to the continued rise in the cost of living and the increasing complexity of residents. needs, we will continue to deliver events that provide information and advice, signposting residents to relevant organi5ations that can offer support with a wide range of issues ènd challenges. These events aim to ensure that individuals and families are better informed about the assistance available to them and are 5UPPOrted in accessln8 appropriate services in a timely manner.
Hanley Crouch Community Association Llmited Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 We also plan to expand our wellbeing offer by developing additional services and strengthening partnerships With health or8ani5ations. medical practices. and local businesses. A5 part of this work, we are exploring a partnership wlth our local medical centre to deliver a dedicated dementia awareness and support day for patients and their carers, providing access to information, guidance, and practlcal 5UPPOrt in a welcoming community setting. In addition, we intend to h05t fostering information evenin8S to encourage more residents to consider fostering children. This initiative will be delwered in partnership wrth Islington Council and will aim to ra15e awareness of the fostering process. address common concems, and highlight the posltive impact fostering can have on children and families within the borou8h. We are also seeking to further develop the Food Bank so that it offers support beyond the provision of food. Planned inltiatives include workshop5 focused on reducing food waste and supporting residents to manage household food budgets rnore effectively. We are actively exploring partnerships with other organisations to deliver these workshops. ensuring that residents receive practical, high- quality guidance that supports long-term financial resillence. Finallyi in response to a decrease in attendance at the After School Club, we will be reviewing and implementlng strategies to increase participatlon. These will include enhanced promotion of the service, increased engagement with local schools and families, and explorin8 addltional approaches to ensure the provision continues to meet the needs of the community. Additional Informatlon on Central Admlnlstratlon and Mana ement Artivitles Volunteers Thanks to the increased involvernent of local people achieved in previous years, we have had several volunteers join us. many of whom have gone on to find employment. Volunteers have supported the Centre in the areas of reception duties, adminlstration, foodbank and children's services. Flnancial Revlew The financial performance of Hanley Crouch Community Association Ltd for the 2024125 financlal year is a deficit of £5,191 05 compared to a deficit in the previous year of £12.590. The charlty has total reseNes as at the year-end of £22,779 of which Enil were restricted revenue funds. The deficit was largely due to the costs attributed to continuing the food hub. The centre has strived to provide the highest possible level of services to meet the needs of the local community of one of London's most Impoverished and disadvantaged areas ITollin8ton Ward) against a backdrop of reducing Council and grant funding. ReseNes The community centre Is well positloned to deliver efficient and effectlve seNices durin8 2024/25. Budgeting control measures have been put in place to ensure a break even and reduce the chance of further uslng the Charlties reserves. whlch os of 31 March 25 stand at £22,279. The Board of Trustees plan have assessed the risks related to the charities financial posltion and will continue to monitor its performance as a going concern.
Hanley Crouch Communlty Associatlon Limited Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 Thi5 report ha5 been prepared in accordance wfrth the small company regime Isection 4191211 of the Companies Acl 2006 and the Financial Reporting Standard in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021. The Trustees have complied with thetr duty in section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the public benefit guidance published by the Charity Commission. Approved by the board of trusteesldirectors on 29 Januar 2026 and signed on its behalf by S Stur8eon, Chair..,.............,..............-.,.....,.....,.
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Independent EXamIner Report to the Trustees of Hanley Crouch Community Assoclatlon Ltd for the year ended 31 March 2025 I report to the charity trustees on my examlnation of the financial statements of Hanley Crouch Community A550ciation Mited (the company) for the year ended 31 March 2025, which are set out on pages I to 20. Responslblllties and bas15 of report As the charivs trLJStees of the company land also its directors for the purposes of company lawl you are spOnSible for the preparation of the accounts in accordante with the requirements of the Companies Act 20061.the 2(KJ6 Act'l. Havin8 satisfied myself that the accounts of the company are not required to be audtted under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for Independent examlnatlon, I report in respect of my examination of your charitV5 accounts as carried out under section 145 of the Charrtles Act 2011 Ithe .2011 ACYI. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commisslon under section 14515llbl of the 2011 Act. Independent examiners. report Since the companws gross income exceeded £250.000 your examiner must be a member of a bodv listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. I confimi that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountsnts In England and Wales. which Is one of the listed bodies. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connectlon with the examination 8iving me cause to believe: accoijnting records were not kept in respect of the company as required by settion 386 of the 2006 Act.. or 11}the accounts do not accord with those accounting records- or 12lthe accounts do not comply with the accounting requirement5 of section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fairf view which is not a matter consldered as part of an independent examination; or 13}the accounts have not been prepared in accordance wtth the methods and prlnciples of the Statement of Recommended practice for accounting and reporting by charitles applicable to charitie5 preparing thelr accounts in accordance with the Financial ReportinE Standard appllcable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021. 14}I have no concerns and have come atross no other matters in connectlon with the examination to whlch attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understandlng of the accounts to be reached. Kate Taylor FCA For and behalF of Simpson Wrèford LLP, Chartered Accountants Institute of Chartered Accounts in En8land and Wale5 Wèllesley House Duke of We115ngton Avenue London. SE18 6SS Dated: ocl as io
Hanley Crouch Community Assoclation Limited Statement of Flnanclal Actlvltles {Includlng Income & Expendlture Account) Forthe Year Ended 31 March 2025 Unrestrfrted funds Restrl¢ted funds 2025 Total 2024 Total Note Income & endowments Donatknns and legacles 18.850 18,850 3.580 3,580 21430 22,430 5,065 5,065 (rftsbk arti¥itye5 Brickworks Certre AfterSck•ol Club Food Hub Serwce5 for Under 5,5 Totsl from charitable activiti 220,699 53,SYXI 220,699 93,167 221,354 105,573 I,ocK) 10,881 338,808 39.267 10,324 49,S91 11,212 325,078 275,487 Totsl in¢ominB resour¢es 2Y.337 53,171 347.508 343.873 Expenditure on: Charltrble 3Ctivilies Cripplegate Brickwoths Centre er School Club Food Hub SeNice5 for Under S's Total 3510 3510 186.294 109.486 18.689 34.720 352,699 1,385 188,724 106.942 24.116 35,296 356,463 186.294 109,486 18,689 34,720 166,405 186,294 Net Incomellexpendlturel 108,043 1113,2341 15,1911 112,5901 Transfers between funds Net mLwement In funds 18 I1.724) 7,319 100,724 112,5101 15,1911 112,5901 Recon¢lllatlon of lunds Total funds brought forward Totsl funds carrfed fobward 26,460 22.779 1.510 27,970 22,779 44.357 31.768 13 The Statement of Financial Activities include5 all gains and losses in the year. All income and expendlture derive from continuing actlvities. The notes on pages 13 to 20 form part of these financial statements. li
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Balance Sheet as at 31 March 2025 2024 T8Ible assets c¢nt a55ets Oebtor5 C45h at bankand Sft hand io 37AIZ 14A45 52.257 52,113 24.045 76.158 Credkor5.' amountsfallkn¥due ¥Athkn oneyNI metruent4Ss¢ts li 29N78 22.779 22,779 27,970 27,9 Net Issets 22.779 27,970 Th•funds of thefh•rlty Resirlrw funds.. Unrestrf¢W fumd¥: General Totslfundi I10 22.?79 22.779 26.460 27?70 12 For the year ending 31 March 2025 the company was entitled io exemption from audlt under section 477 of the Companies Act 2(X)6 relatlng to small companie5. The dlrectors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respert to accountlng records at)d the preparation of financial statements. The trustees have not required the company to obtain an audlt of Its flnanclal statements for the year In questlon in accordance with section 476 These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companles subject to the small companies, reglme. The financial statemenis on pages 11 to 20 were approved by the Trustees on 29 January 2026 and signed on their behalf by bErtsSèllySIu 4n19.2616).16 S Sturgeon, Chalr Company number- 1771608 IEngland Wales) 12
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 l. Accounting Pollcles Charlty Informatlon Hanley Crouch Communlty Assoclation Llmlted Is a private company limlted by guarantee incorporated in England and Wale5 and registered as a charity with the Charities Commission. The registeied office is Brlckworks Community Centre, 42 Crouch Hill, London, N4 4BY. la} Basis of preparatlon The financial statements have been prepared In accordance with the compan$ mefflorandum and artlcles, Accounting and ReportinE by Charities- Statement of Recommended Practlce applicable to charities pparIng their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applscable in the UK and Republlc of Ireland IFRS1021 las amended for accountlng perlods comrnencing from l January 20151- Icharities SORP IFRS10211. the Financial Reporting Standard appllcable In the UK and Republic of Iland IFRS1021 and the Companies Act 2006. The charity has taken advantage of the provision5 In the SORP for tharities applying FRS 102 Update BLElletin I not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows. The accounts are prepared in sterling, whlch Is the functlonal currency of the charity- Monetary amount5 in thèse financial statèmènts are rounded to the nearest E. Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS102. Assets and liabilitie5 are initially recognised at historital cost or transattion value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy notels). Ibl Preparation of the accounts on a going concern basis The charity is considered a going Ctsnrn. Adequate funding ha5 been achreved to facilitate the charities objectives and actlvttles for the next 12 months. There are no materlal uncertainties about the charlS ability to continue as a going concern. Icl In¢ome and endowments Grants are recognised in full in the statement of financial activities in the year in whlch they are receivable. Grants for the purchase of fixed assets lincludinE Slte improvements) are credited to rèstricted incoming resources on the earlier date of when received or when they are receivable. Donated services and faoif(ies are recognised as an incoming resource where the provider of the service has incurred a financial cost. Volunteer time is not included in the financial statement5. Rents received are recognrsed a5 Income in the perlod to whlch the rental period covers, based on a straight-IlnÈ basis. PaymÈnts in advantr arè trèated as deferred intomè, intluded within creditors due wlthin one year Id) Expnditure Expenditure is ¢0nised in the period in which they relate to. Expenditure indudes attrlbutable VAT whlch cannot be recovered. Expendlture Is allocated to the partlcular activlty where the cost relates directlyto that activity. 13
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Notes to the financlal statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 Charitable activities costs include the dirert cost of providing services. as well as a share of overheads. Core staff costs have been allocated to charitable actlvitle5 in the current year on the followin8 basis.. After School Club 44%, Brickworks Centre 33%. Food Hub 7% and Vnder 5s 16%. Raising fund5 relatetothe costs Incurred by the charltable company In fundra151nE forthe charitable work. Other costs include the cost of compliance with the charitws constitutional and ststutory requlrements. lel Tanglble flxed assets Depreciation is provided using the following rates and basis to reduce by annual instalments the cost, less estimated residual value, of the tan8ible assets over their estimated useful lives'.- Leasehol(l improvements Stralght Ilne over the 10 years Fixtures and equipment 33% straight Ilne Items of equlpment are capltalised where the purchase prlce exceeds £l,C(X) except where the item is experted to have a life expectancy of less than two years. lfj Credltors Llabllltles are recogni5ed where a probable future transfer of economic benefits exists. 181 Leases Renta15 payable under operating leases are taken to the statement of financial activities on a stralght-line basis ovèr the lease term. (h) Restrfcted funds Restricted funds are to be used for specific purposes as lay down by the donor. Expenditure which meèts these criterla Is charged to the fund. 11) Deslgnated funds Designated funds are unrestricted funds earmarked by the Management Committee for partlcular purposes. Ul VTrre5tr1cted funds Unrestritted funds are donations and other incoming resources receivable or generated for the objects of the charlty wlthout further specified purpose and are available as general funds. Ik) Capltal re5trkted funds lendowmentsl Capltal funds are restricted funds which are received for a capital purpose, depreciation of leasehold improvements is charged against this fund. 11} Flnandal Instruments The charity has eletted to apply the provisions of Sertion 11 'Basic Financial Instruments, and Section 12 'Other Flnancial Instruments Issues, of FRS 102 to all of its flnancial instruments. 14
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 Flnanclal Instruments are recognised in the charity'5 balance sheet when the charlty becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Flnanclal assets and Ilabllltles are oftset, with the net amounts presented In the financial statement5. when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an interbtion to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneou51y. Finan¢lo1 Ilablllties are derecognised when the charitls contractual obli8ations expire or are discharged or Canlled 2 Donotk>ns & icie5 Restr6cted Unrestdcted 1025 2024 Donailons Grants Recer¥ed crIpegate Foundaifjon Central Dlstrkt AllIare Tesco Nelghbourfy Communlty Fund Iing10n Fait1 Forum Total 4,350 SI5 S.)0 3.580 18A50 22030 5,065 3 R4v•nue GTrnts R85trKted Unrestricted 2024 LB Isllngton Isllngton Food Partner5hlp Othergrnnts rece 49.591 I46 64300 1500 83 65.883 49.591 14306 4 In¢om¢ by a¢tlv Servlce Level Trusts & Alveements rknnts Hire & Users. FEes R•nts &Su Total Totsl Brickworks Centre After School Club Food Hub SenAcesfor ur5'S 60,LK)O 17A06 146.393 39267 14XJCK) 10324 61>0 81.397 146.393 224199 221.354 53,9)0 93,167 105,573 1,000 IL212 10.881 54.788 342.578 338,808 202312024 GO,0 65A84 146.516 66,408 338.808 15
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 5 Expendlture Brl¢kworf(s After 5¢hool Centre Club 13,523 8,656 11,862 1,625 79,250 98,973 79,090 232 2,568 186,293 Food Hub 7.244 U5.$ Events & Activitles Office & Running Personnel Premises & Ovefheads Professional Fees 773 30,196 34.172 35 13.522 13,955 33,887 227.066 219,001 25 79,347 85,334 2,568 4,548 34,720 352,699 357,010 14,956 109,486 22,200 2023124 I,656 106,941 24.117 35,296 357,010 6 Net incomin811out8oin8) resour 2024 Net incoming re50urces are stated 3ftercharw'. AudltoI5 remunerdtion Operating lease rentsls= Bulldlng 21,033 18,141 7 stsff costs 2025 Salaries and waEÈs Social securfty costs Employer's penslon contributions Agency staff Other staff costs 205,273 8,845 3,885 3,976 5,087 22766 196584 3,339 3,730 8,265 219,(Kll No employee eamed more than £60.CO) durithe year. The average monthly number of employees durlrg the year was made up as follows: 2025 No. 2024 No. Charitsble Activitie5 Management and administration 13 16 Taxation The charity is exempt from tsx on income an(J galns falllng within settion SOS of the Taxes Act 1988 or section 252 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Acl 1992 to the extent that these are applied to Its charitable objetts. 16
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Notes to the financial 5tatement5 for the year ended 31 March 2025 Equlpment TDtal At l Aprfl 2024 Addrtlons In year Di5P)53fs inyear At 31 March 2025 24.217 24.217 24,217 24.217 Depre¢latsn At IAyil 2024 Dtsposals In year tharge foryear At31 March 2025 24.217 24,217 24217 24,217 Net bOok¥•e at 31 March 2025 As at 31 March 2024 2025 Grants receivable and trade debtors payments aTrJ a¢¢rued Income 27.465 10.347 37*12 45.093 7,020 52.113 11 Credltor& Amountslal¥ni due one year 2025 2024 Trade creditor5 ..Other¢d1tO1S Accrua15 24.174 14831 5,787 29A78 24,668 10.158 13.362 48,188 17
Hanley Crouch Communlty Assoclation Limited Notes to the flnanclal statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 12 M0¥4m•ntsknfunds AstlApTr 1014 In(ornknx ttIIMr¢h 1510 3,SlO 11rf4.486 18.689 34.710 X66Aty5 Afterschool Club FoodHL S•MvsforUNr5'5 39.257 70,219 6.LtrJ 24396 IW7 Isio in- BrkkwDthCenlrn ersthtsolaub 5Ertce51orUnthrS'5 26A60 128y9 53 146294 45,916 22,779 244 17, 147.5W . 35W9 2Z,rn Purposes of revenue restrktsd funds Balances on restrlcted fvnds represent unspent funds given speclfjcalty for Indlvldual activities. These balances will be carried forward and spent on each specific activity in the followingyear. The A550ciation's work falls broadly into four main cate8ories-. Brickworks Centre, After School Club. Food Hub and Under Brickworks Centre con515ts mainly of providing a resource to the community, particularly other non-profit orBanisations and providin8 hall hire and meeting facilities. The Aftèr School aub fund is for the provision of After School CILsb services includin8 the holiday play scheme as well as occasional residential activities for 5-12 year olds. The Under 5,5 fun(1 is used for the purpose of the provlslon of a Toy Llbrary seIce, as well as a Stay and Play scheme. Sufficient resources are held in each fund to enable the funds to be applled In accordance with any restrictions. 13 Anilyi5 Ot n•t Capltsl RestrKted Funds Reven Restrietsd Funds Toi•l Fund9 Fwd5 Tana[e fixed355ets NetcurrErrt155Ets 22.779 21779 18
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 Marth 2025 14 Operatlng lease commltments Lease payments recognised as an expense in the year £21,03312024: £18,1411. At 31 March 2025 the charity wa5 cornmitted to making the following payments under non-cancellable operating lease5- Ildlng5 9L897 15 TnJlees' Remunerati Trustees received no remuneration during the year. 16 Trustee5 Expenses Trustees We authorlsed to recelve reimbursement for their expenditure, relevant approval. however this was not exercised duiing the year. 17 Transfer5 A transfer of £100,724 was made from Unrestricted Fund5 and allvcated to Restrirted Funds. The transfer to Re5tritted Funds was allocated to various activities as follows.. After School Club SeThices for Under 5,5 Food Hub £70,219 £24,396 £6.109 The transfer5 were made to ensure no deficit5 were shown on each artivity. In the case of After School Club and SeNlce5 for U'5,5 there was also unrestricted income received to fund these projects. but it is impossible to split the expenses between the different income streams for the activity. 19
Hanley Crouch Community Association Limited Notes to the flnanclal statements lor the year ended 31 March 20ZS 18 Related Party Transactions The followlng transactions occurred with known related partles during the financial year.. Colin Adams Icentre mèna8erl- £463 of direct reimbursement of expenses 19 Pen51on Commltments The followlng payments were made to the company penslon scheme in the year-. 2025 2024 AutTrenrolment Scheme (Defined Contribution) 8,869 7,815 The balance owing to the pension fund as at 31 March 2025 was £77712024- £6031 20