The DATIC Trust
(Registered Charity Number 511222)
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
for the year ended 31 December 2024
Contents
Page
Legal information
Trustees, Annual Report
Independent examiner's report
Statement of financial activities
Balance sheet
10
Notes to the accounts

The DATIC Trust
Trustees Annual Report
Trustees
Jonathan Chamberlain
Thomas Cudmore
Sally Hall
Mike Thomas
Mark Spence
Ranee Townsend
David Whitehorn
Chair
Treasurer
Registered Charity Number
511222
Principal Address
Galeed House
75 Nidd Road
Sheffield
S9 3BB
Bankers
Royal Bank of Scotland
36 St Andrews Square
Edinburgh
EH2 2YB
CAF Bank
25 Kings Hill Avenue
Kings Hill
West Malling
ME19 4JQ
Independent Examiner
Craig Williamson
White Rose Accounting for Charities
The Ghyll
Threapland
Aspatria
CA7 2EL

The DATIC Trust
Trustees Annual Report
Trustees. report
The trustees are pleased to prosent their report and financial statoments of the charity
for year ended 31 December 2024.
Structure Governance & managemenl
The Charity is operated under the rules of its trust deed dated 15 January 1981 and most
recently amended 22 April 2009.
Overall management of the charity is the responsibility of the trustees who are elected
and co-opted under the terms of the trust deed. Day to day project activity is managed
and carried out by volunteers and paid staff.
Objects of tha charity
The trust was established for the advancement of the Christian faith in the city of Sheffield and
neighbourhood and in particular the promotion of the Christian faith amongst the residents in
Darnall, Attercliffe and Tinsley who originate from countries Outside of the United Kingdom.
Reserves Policy
The Datic Trust is a Registered Charity and has agreed that It needs to hold
financial reserves in a realisable form so as to deal with possible unforeseen expenditure
which is not specifically provided for in the annual budget.
The charity's policy is to hold unrestrlcted reseNes equal to no less than six months,
unrestricted expenditure, based on the previous year's exp8nditure, plus 50/0 to account
for inflationary increases.
This includes sufficient to {ple8se note this list is not exhaustive):
Meet its contractual liabilities should the organisation have to close. This includes
redundancy payments, amounts due to creditors and commitments under leases.
Meet unexpected expenditure such as breakdown of essential equipment or facilities,.
provide staff cover for illness, maternity leave and legal costs defending the charity's
interests.
Replace equipment as it wears out.
Emergency repairs and maintenance to the building.
Ensure that the DATIC Trust can continue to provlde a stable and quality service to
those who need it's services.
Provide working capital when funding is paid in arrears or paid late.
There is currently £174,871 held in unrestricted reserves.
However, the trustees feel that it is more prudent to calculate the reserves figure wilhout the
inclusion of fixed assels as they are largely represenled by the value of the building that is owned
by the DATIC Trust and in the event of the building being sold to raise cash, the charity would
effectively no longer exist in it's current form.
So in effect, the true position is..
Unrestricted reserves balance
Less unrestricted fixed assets
174,871
(140,000)
Revised unrestricled reseNes -
34,871

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Report of the DATIC Trust activltles during 2024
For the DATIC Trusl 2024 has been a year of significant change. Some changes were
encouraging while olh8r were more challenging. Galeed House in Darnall. Sheffield continues to
be the main hub of activity for the Trust.
Trustees
The trustees have met three times, though one of these was vla video call due to heavy snow.
One of the issues we have faced is a search for additional trustees due to planned retirements.
We are hopeful that two new trustees will join us in 2025.
A major development in 2024 has been our involvement in another area of the city with similar
demographics to our present areas of Darnall, Attercliffe and Tinsley. This initiative followed
consultations with other charities and potential stakeholders that were either present in the area
already or interested In engaglng with the communlty. W@ concluded that it was rlghl for the
DATIC Trust to launch a three-month trial project, a women's English conversation class. All
being well wo would then commit to develop other activities in this district.
Our Human Resour￿$ sub-committee functions well by organising annual appraisals for
employees, recruitment and interviews for applicants, recommendations for salary increases,
and ensurlng compliance with employment regulations.
Volunteers
Most of our activities continue to be run andlor supported by a team of dedicated volunteers. An
annual dinner in January provides opportunity for the trustees lo express their appreGiation to the
volunteers and for those from various activily teams to have the chance to gel to know one
anolher. The sharing of stories from the various clubslaclivity groups is always a highlight which
provides a greater sense of cohesion between our teams as well as fresh motivation for
continuing to serve the community in the coming year.
New volunteers who have joined us thls year are a huge encouragement. They will often see
what we are doing with fresh eyes and speak passionately about Ihe work of the Trust.
Employees
The number of part-time employees has increased in recent years from an original two to five.
Their expertise in English teaching and finance benefits us though increases the overheads of
the Trust. We are careful lo ensure that those we employ share the ethos and valLtes of the
Trust. Each of them views their role as more than a job, rather a5 an opportunity to serve the
community because of their Christian faith.
During the year we were grateful to find an interim Administrator to tide us over until we were
able lo recruit a long-term administralor in the last quarter of the year. Our new Adminislrator is
fitting in well having been a volunteer formerly, and now getting to grips with her new role.
In 2024 our Community Worker developed a new activlty d91ivering unsold bread from a bakery
elsewhere to families who were in need and appreciated the gesture. Relationships are being
built as a result. He has also become a Community Hub Leader with a large school in the DATIC
area. His role should connect children and families to relevant form5 of support available in the
community. He is also part of an Open The Book team that has openings lo bring spiritual values
into various schools through Bible story telling.

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Actlvities
After many years of success we decided lo close the declining Kids Club. In its place we have
opened a Homework Help Club which is appreciated by children and some of their parents who
attend. This new club is reaching children from ethnic groups in the community that we had
begun to lose touch with. So this is encouraging. The volunteer team running this club includes
several trained teachers.
Activities for secondary school children are currently closed. In 2024 we did not see our way
clear to run the Boys Club again. In addition the Girls Club came to a natural end after many
effective years. This was sad but we remain open to see whal new possibilities open up for
seNing teens in the community in the future. Finding key leaders wilh fresh ideas, fresh vision
and thg right skill set will be essential for this to be realised.
The English classes continue steadily with the Women's English always receiving larger
numbers than the men's classes.
In the summer we worked with other Christian organisations in Darnall to hold a Family Fun Day.
Thls was a great success with some 500 people coming to enjoy food-slalls, games and
relaxation. We want to see this develop further next year.
Networking
Useful networking with other organis8tions in the community contlnues. These include Darnall
Wellbeing, a local foodbank, and other faithleaders through a monthly meeting to share and
plan.
Training
Al our summer gathering for the Galeed Team {staff, volunteers and trustees) we ran a training
on ways of using Christian scriptures to engage the inter8St of those from other faiths. Our
invited trainer, a published author, brought excellent insights from his wide experience both
oversèas and locally.
Online safeguarding training continued during the year under the guidance of our Safeguarding
officer.
Malntenance
Galeed House, our community centre and main base is being well maintained to ensure the
safety and comfort of all users of the premises. This year a number of windows were replaced
and insulation improved. The cost was covered by deslgnated funding.
Publlcity
Our new promotional video came into use this year and is being well appreciated, particularfy
wh8n visiting partner churches and other sympathetic churches.

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Finance
In the curront climate of spiralling prices we, along with many other charities, are feeling the
economic pinch with another deficit in this financial year. We are actively looking for ways to
broaden our donor base and increase income.
We have an aging and therefore declining base of individual donors. In an effort to increase the
number of younger donors we have begun to make use of QR codes.
Our Treasurer (new in 2023) has improved the financial reporting system, and completed
various tasks to ensure the trust conforms to the Charity Commission's recommendations. Our
Reserves Policy and Spending Policy were formalised and approved.
Our Finance Assistant worked hard to bring Gift Aid claims up lo date. In addilion she has
helped our donors to migrale their giving to a different bank due to closing an account at a
previous bank.
The new Inltiative in anolher area of the city has financlal implications as we are hiring rooms in
a church premises.
Funding applications are normally handled by our administrator. The year 2024 saw several
changes of personnel in this role. However, with guidance from those formerly serving in this role
we are up to date with applications and hoping to increase funding in the coming year.
In conclusion, despite several setbacks there are positive developments too. The charity is in
good heart and looking fO￿ard to making a positive impact on the communities we serve in the
coming year.
Jonathan Chamberlain
Chalrperson of Truste8S

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Summary of the main achievements during the period continued
Trustees responsibilities for the financial statements
The trustees are responsible for preparing financial statements for
each financial period which show the state of affairs of the Charity and of the
surplus or deficit of the Charity for that period. In preparing those financial
statements, the Trustees are required to:
El select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently
observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP FRS (102)
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
E] prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis
unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will
continua in business.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records
which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the
Charity and enable the Trustees to prepare financial statements.
The Trustees are responsible for safeguarding the assets of the
Charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention of fraud and other
irregularities.
Signed on behalf of the Trustees on 10 July 2025 by
Jonathan Chamberlain
Thomas Cudmore

The DATIC Trust
Independent examIne￿S report to the trustees of
The DATIC Trust
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024, which are set out on pages
9t013.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees ar8 responsibl8 for the preparalion of the accounts. The charity's
trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the
Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to..
El examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act.,
EJ to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity
Commission under section 145 (5)(b) of the 2011 Act., and
tj to stale whether particular matt8rs have come lo my attention.
Basis of Independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Direclions given by the
Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by
the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes
conslderation of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations
from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not
provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is
given as to whether the accounts present a 'tru9 and fair view, and the report is limited to
those matters set out in the statement below.
Indgpendant examiner's statemenl
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention..
11 } which gives me r8asonable cause to believe that in any material respect the
requirements..
El to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Acl; and
Cl lo prepare accounts which accord with the accounling records and comply with the
8ccounting requirements of the 2011 Act
have not been met" or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper
understandin
of
e accounts to be reached.
Signed..
Craig Williamson
White Rose Accounting for Charities
The Ghyll
Threapland
Aspatria
CA7 2EL
Dale: 10 July 2025

' The DATIC Trust
statement of Financial Activities
for the year ended 31 December 2024
Unre5trlcted
funds
Restrlcted
funds
Total
2024
Total
2023
Notes
Incoming resources
Grants
Donations
Gift aid
Olher income
19.200
16,097
3,094
1,510
9.464
28,664
16,097
3,094
1,510
24,960
14,608
445
Total Incoming resources
39.901
9,464
49,365
40.013
Resources expended
Building seNices, maintenance and equipment
Administration and rnanagem8nt
Salaries
Clubs, activities and literature
Utilities, rates and insurance
Trainer and worker support
Accountancy and payroll
Other expenditure
2.920
2,372
34,342
7,498
10,418
2,372
34,802
2,264
5,698
701
554
1,583
1,928
1,732
32,712
1,513
4,146
901
592
618
460
2,264
5,698
701
554
1,583
Total resources expondod
48,170
10,222
58,392
44,142
Net (outgolng)Ilncomlng resources
18,2691
{758)
(9,027)
14,129}
Total funds brought forward
Total funds carrled forward
183,140
1,000
184,140
188,269
174,871
242
175,113
184,140

. The DATIC Trust
Balance Sheet as at 31 December 2024
2024
2023
Notes
Fixed Assets
Tangible assets
Investments (Long term)
Total Fixed assets
140,000
140,000
140,000
140,000
Current assets
Debtors
Balance at bank
Total current assets
35,418
35,418
44,430
44,430
Creditors: arnounts falling due
within one year
(305)
(290)
Net current assetsl(liabilities)
Total assets less current Ilabilitles
35,113
44,140
175,113
184,140
Total net assets
175,113
184,140
Represented By
The Funds of the Charlty
Unrestricted income fund
Restricted income fund
Total Funds
174,871
242
175,113
183,140
1,000
184,140
The Trustees declare that they have approved the accounts above.
Signed on behalf of the Trustees on 10 July 2025 by
Jonathan Chamberlain
Thomas Cudmore
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The DATIC Trust
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 December 2024
1 Accounting Pollcles
{a) Basis of preparation
The Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with the the Financial
Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102), and the
Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to
charities preparing their accounts in accordance with FRS102 (effective from January 2015
and updated with effect from January 2016) - (the Charities SORP (FRS102)), as modified
for smaller charities.
The Charity meets the definition of a public benefit entity as defined under FRS102.
(b) Incomlng Resources
All material incoming resources have been included on a receivable basis- i.e.
they are included if the date receivable falls within the period covered by these
accounts.
(c) Resources expended
These have been analysed using a natural classification.
(d) Depreciation
Depreciation has been calculated to write down the cost or valuation, less estimated
residual value, of all tangible fixed assets over their expected useful lives on a
straight line basis.
The applicable rates are.
Equipment 20 %

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Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 December 2024
2 Grants and Donatlons
Unrestricted Restricted
Funds
Funds
2024
2023
Archer Trust
Anonymous Funding Body
Churches Burgess Trust
The Cutlers Company Charitable Trust
Darnall Area Trust Fund
Deo Gloria Trust
Evanangelical Trust Ltd
The Freshgate Trust
Fulwood PCC
Garfield Weston Foundation
The Gavin Foundation
J G Graves Charitable Trust
James Neill Trust Fund
Living Waters Christian Fellowship
Sheffield Evangelical Trust
Sheffield City Council
Sheffield Town Trust
Souter Trust
South Yorkshire Community Foundation
St Agatha's
1,000
5,000
1,000
1,000
810
1,500
1,500
2,000
1,000
1,000
558
1,500
1.500
558
1,500
1,500
500
500
5,000
1,000
1,000
200
500
1,000
1,000
200
500
1,408
1,000
1,000
1,408
150
2,000
2,000
10,000
2,000
17,498
7,498
1,000
1,000
19,200
9,464
28,664
24,960
3 Trustees r•muneratlon, benefits and expenses
During this period no trustees were re-imbursed for travel or out of pocket expenses (2023.. nil)
4 Fees for examination of the accounts
2024
2023
Independent examiner's fees for reporting
on the accounts
305
290
305
290
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The DATIC Trust
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ènded 31 December 2024
5 Ftxed Assets
Bulldlngs
Equlpment
Total
Cost or Valuation
as at 1 January 2024
Additions
Result of revaluation
as at 31 December 2024
140,000
2,196
142,196
140,000
2,196
142,196
Depreclation
as at 1 January 2024
Charge this period
as al 31 December 2024
2,196
2,196
2,196
2,196
Net Book Valuo
as at 31 Decembor 2024
140,000
140,000
as at 31 December 2023
140,000
140,000
6 Debtors
2024
2023
Gift Aid
other Debtor
7 Crodllors. amounts falling due wilhln one year
2024
2023
Accru8ls and defèrred Incoma
305
305
290
290
8 Movement In Restrl¢ted Funds
Openlng
Balance
In¢omlng
resources
Outgolng
resources
Carrled
forward
Darnall Area Trust Fund
SCC - Youth
SCC - Thursday Ladies
Sheffield Evangelical Trust
South Yorkshire Community Foundalion
St Agalha's
558
500
908
500
7,498
(5581
15001
16661
15001
17,4981
11,0001
(10,722)
242
1,000
1,000
9,964
242
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