2023-12-31-accounts - The Community Shop

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THE LEEDS

COMMUNITY TRUST

Charity Registration No 701375

ANNUAL REPORT 2023

OFFICE:

McCarthy’s Business Centre Suite 23, Enterprise House Education Road, LEEDS LS7 2AL

DEPOT:

McCarthy’s Storage World Meanwood Road, Leeds LS7 2AL

SHOPS:

14 – 16 Green Road, Meanwood, Leeds LS6 7JP

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1 JANUARY 2023 to 31 DECEMBER 2023 THE LEEDS COMMUNITY TRUST

WHAT’S IN OUR REPORT?

Contents Who We Are Items Provided Throughout the Year Circumstances of the Families we’ve Helped Why we help – Case Histories of some of the Families Feedback from Families and Agencies The Family Structures of Families we have Helped Agencies Who Have made Requests Thank you letter

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THE LEEDS COMMUNITY TRUST WHO WE ARE

THE TRUSTEES

Mrs Teresa Felton MBE Mr John Crawley Mr Nicholas Felton Mr Matthew Dibb Mr Benjamin Higo

The Leeds Community Trust (the Trust) was founded in 1985 as an independent charity shop in the Meanwood area of Leeds, apportioning profits to local charities. The impetus for helping individual families started with the needs making themselves known and a desire to help with the proceeds of the shop. The first case where the Trust was able to help was with a young woman who had advanced cancer. She lived in a high rise block of flats and she felt very isolated and vulnerable. The Trust paid to install a telephone. The Trust was granted charitable status by the Charity Commission on 29 March 1989.

In 1992 the Trust opened a second shop next door to the original shop to extend the range of items sold. Both the shops provide a wide range of goods at extremely reasonable prices for the large and loyal customer base built up over the years.

The money raised for the Trust comes from the profits made in the two shops and various fundraising events together with donations from individuals, businesses and other charitable bodies. That money is then used for the relief of poverty and the assistance of vulnerable people in Leeds. These may be individuals or families suffering from welfare or health problems, victims of abuse or crime, or suffering from mental health issues, learning difficulties, disabilities or special needs. The Trust works with social services and other caring agencies to identify, and then support, those who need assistance. This may be in the form of new beds, bedding, furniture, kitchen appliances, carpets or other items which will improve quality of life for those most in need.

In addition to this core area of work, the Trust raises money for its Christmas Fund which helps disadvantaged children with gifts, clothing, or special Christmas food. We help families from all religious and cultural backgrounds. The Trust also runs an Holiday Grants scheme to enable families with children to get a holiday.

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NUMBER OF GRANTS MADE	Cases	Items
EMERGENCY GRANTS	96	106	£20,971
CHRISTMAS GRANTS	102	102	£6,730
HOLIDAYS	2	2	£840
	200	210	£28,541

NUMBER OF ITEMS SUPPLIED
Christmas Grants 102 Holidays 2 Cookers Electric 31 Household Items 2 Washers & Plumbing 17 Baby Items 1 Carpets 11 Clothing 1 Beds 10 Curtains 1 Fridge/Freezers 10 Decorating 1 Mattress 7 Exam Fees 1 Kitchen Equipment 4 Fridge 1 Bedding 3 Safety equipment 1 Cot 2 Skip Hire 1 Tumble Dryer 2 Sofa Bed 1 199 13

NUMBER OF ITEMS SUPPLIED

Christmas Grants
102
Holidays
2
Cookers Electric
31
Household Items
2
Washers & Plumbing
17
Baby Items
1
Carpets
11
Clothing
1
Beds
10
Curtains
1
Fridge/Freezers
10
Decorating
1
Mattress
7
Exam Fees
1
Kitchen Equipment
4
Fridge
1
Bedding
3
Safety equipment
1
Cot
2
Skip Hire
1
Tumble Dryer
2
Sofa Bed
1
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WHICH AREAS OF LEEDS OUR FAMILIES COME FROM

WHICH AREAS OF LEEDS OUR FAMILIES COME FROM
Bramley 46 Garforth 3 Armley 36 Horsforth 3 Middleton 17 Central 2 Burmantofts 16 Hawksworth 2 Seacroft 13 Rawdon 2 Chapeltown 11 Pudsey 2 Tinshill 8 Kirkstall 2 Holbeck/Beeston 7 Burley 1 Meanwood 7 Guiseley 1 Crossgates 5 Moortown 1 Harehills 4 Rothwell 1 Morley 4 Swinnow 1 Otley 4 Yeadon 1 178 22

WHICH AREAS OF LEEDS OUR FAMILIES COME FROM

Bramley
46
Garforth
3
Armley
36
Horsforth
3
Middleton
17
Central
2
Burmantofts
16
Hawksworth
2
Seacroft
13
Rawdon
2
Chapeltown
11
Pudsey
2
Tinshill
8
Kirkstall
2
Holbeck/Beeston
7
Burley
1
Meanwood
7
Guiseley
1
Crossgates
5
Moortown
1
Harehills
4
Rothwell
1
Morley
4
Swinnow
1
Otley
4
Yeadon
1
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WE DO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

"Thank you so much for this, it's such a big help and thank you so much for getting it to me so I can get it sorted before Xmas!! Means so much." Quote from mum who is now able to provide nutritious meals for herself and her young children . Thank you aga n or your grani f t, it is really apprec ai ted by all. :))

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WELFARE	No		HEALTH	No
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Domestic Violence	61		Mental Health	40
Child Protection Issues	17		Child with Special Needs	23
Drug Addiction	16		Autism	20
Bereavement	11		Chronic Illness	20
Homelessness	11		Learning Disabilities	17
Behaviour Problems	11		Physical Disabilities	16
Vulnerable	11		ADHD	8
Child in Care	9		PTSD	7
Victim of Crime	9		Mental Illness	6
Traumatic Childhood	8		Terminal Illness	1
Alcohol Abuse	6
Asylum Seeker	6
Emotional Abuse	6
Bad Housing	4
Physical Abuse	3
Sexual Abuse	2
Fire	1
Harrassment	1

Many families fall into more than one category

The circumstances of the families who we help can be very complex. The Trustees do look at situations compassionately, without prejudice, and assess the effect of our donation on the overall situation. The Trustees pay careful attention to the number people who will benefit from the assistance, particularly the children.

LETTER FROM SOCIAL WORKER

"I feel your service is really valuable. Mum was very thankful and the dryer will make a huge difference. "

"The new mattress will solve huge problem for the service user as he couldn't rest bacause of his operation and it will have a positive impact on his sleep and rest. This donation is very much

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SOME CASE HISTORIES OF FAMILIES WE HELPED oo™™™™™™™ShSO§ Oo

Mum is a single parent with 2 children aged 1 and 5 months. Mum’s eldest daughter has died tragically and there is an ongoing police investigation with this. The circumstances are very tragic and continue to be difficult for mum. We helped with a washer and some kitchen equipment.

P. is a gentleman who had a stroke which has left him with emotional and cognitive difficulties together with fatigue, memory and concentration problems, anxiety and low mood. We helped with a washing machine.

Mum is a single parent of 4 young children who has struggled her mental health for many years. She is awaiting an assessment for ADHD. Mum receives no emotional or financial support off the children’s father. Mum’s previous partner was verbally and emotionally abusive. Mum also suffered childhood abuse and neglect from her own mum. She is struggling to manage her finances and we got her a fridge/freezer.

Social worker has asked for support for her client. Her client suffered from brain cancer in 2019 an things were very difficult for her during lockdown. She was admitted to hospital in 2022 following an intentional overdose. Her neighbour who had been helping her was taking large amounts of money from her which contributed to her mental health decline. She has now moved to a new property and we bought a fridge/freezer.

Mum & dad have one child aged 2 who receives intensive support due to her having complex medical and learning needs. She has been referred for neuro disability assessment and paediatric intervention due to her global delay. We been asked to help with safety equipment as the home environment is unsafe. We helped with safety equipment.

An elderly man – F, aged 84 is being cared for by a friend T. She is a full time carer of F. As he is incontinent and blankets/clothes need to be washed and the washer is only washing intermittently. We got them a new one.

A lady S. is 51 yrs old and lives alone in a ground floor council flat. S is a victim of harassment by a family member and of unwanted attention from an upstairs neighbour. He bangs on her windows & shouts to her & tries to manipulate her into buying items for him. She has reported him to the police but due to lack of evidence they are unable to take it further. We have paid for some blinds to be fitted giving her more privacy.

A single dad to an 8 year old boy who has autism, learning difficulties and several physical disabilities. He can only attend school on a part-time basis so dad can only work part-time. He is ex Special Forces and is suffering from PTSD for which he is seeking support from a Veterans charity. We bought him a mattress so he can get a better night’s sleep.

M. a young woman lives with her partner. She suffers from learning disabilities & multiple disadvantages ie mental health, depression. Her partner also has learning difficulties and they have been victim of ASB harassment due to their vulnerability. They were placed in emergency accommodation after bricks were thrown through their window and her partner was injured and admitted to hospital. They are now in a secure home and we supplied a fridge/freezer.

These examples are typical of most of our requests Some details are withheld to ensure the anonymity of the family

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WHAT THE FAMILIES SAY ABOUT US….

“Extremely beneficial to the family and really helpful staff. The family are now able to get a cooker and start rebuilding their life. Thank you.”

“The grant has allowed the family to purchase a new washing machine which has made a massive impact on mum as she was taking clothing to friends to be washed. The money is really appreciated and mum and dad can’t thank you enough. Amazing charity :)) ”

“Thank you so much. This money has just made my Christmas.”

“Thank you so much it has been such a hard year.”

“Really, really appreciate it. It really helps. Thanks.”

“Very touched – will make a big difference. Lovely to know people are so kind. Made their day.”

“Mum was overwhelmed by the support and enabled her to move back into the family home & have basic kitchen utensils/equipment for her children & herself as well as some storage for clothes & the new bedding. It boosted mum’s emotional well-being which had a positive impact on the children. Many thanks.”

“We are so grateful for this gift for G. he will take time to look and find a washing machine is clear & easy to use due to his sight issues.

G. wanted me (social worker) to thank you too”.

“Thank you for the cheque for my client. We have unexpectantly been donated a washing machine so money now allocated to be spent on new carpets for mum. Thank you so much.”

“Mum was so thrilled to hear she could have a ‘new clean bed’ just for her & get off the sofa. She wanted me to thank you.”

“Hugely appreciated. Will make a tremendous difference for my client in increasing his independence & having a positive impact on his mental health.”

“This is such a kind gift for a lady who tries so hard to budget for her two growing girls. She said ‘Please thank them from me’ so I say thank you.”

“My client really appreciates this £200 which will be spent on carpeting and underlay. It will help to insulate her home and as she has mental & physical health difficulties it will improve that 7 reduce financial stress.”

“Thank you so much for providing the funding for this family. The family can now do a proper food shop rather than buying food daily. This will have a great financial impact upon the family.”

“The family’s mum just called & she was very emotional and shared that she wants to say a very big thank you to all at the Leeds Community Shop Trust for the washing machine. She has been working through a backlog of washing and is so relieved an happy to have a working washer. She is not sure what she would have done without your support.”

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WHO THE TRUST HELPED IN 2023 No of No of FAMILY STRUCTURES Families Children Mothers 123 291 Mum & Dad 29 74 Dad 12 23 Pregnant Mothers 3 8 Grandmother 2 2 Siblings 1 2 Grandparents 1 1 Single Female 14 Single Man 9 Couple 5 Elderly Female 1 200 401 50 45 Ages of Children Helped in 2023 0 0 4 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 <1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Testimonial from Social Worker: "Client has already stated how thankful she is for this support. It really is amazing what you do to help vulnerable families. As an organisation we cannot thank you enough for helping families we work with :)) THANK YOU Page 7 ~~a~~

	CASES	ITEMS	TOTALS
Adult Social Care Adults & Health Directorate - Mental Health Unit Albion House Benton Park School Bramley Cluster British Red Cross Burmantofts Community Projects CAB Oxford House Candlelighters Carers Centre Caring for Life Children's Services Children's Social Work Services Crossgates Medical Centre ENGAGE LEEDS Family Action Farnley Children's Centre Forward Leeds GIPSIL Gipton Children's Centre Hough Lane Housing AC Inner West Cluster Integrated Children with Additional Needs LATCH Linking Leeds Meadowfield Children's Centre Mental Health Homeless Support Morley Newlands Academy North Yorkshire Council Otley Action for Older People PAFRAS Railway Children Seacroft One Stop Centre St Anne's Shelter & Housing Act St George's Centre St James Medical Social Service Stanningley Primary School Stroke Association Technorth Together Now Touchstone York Road Care Network Page 8	1 1 7 1 16 1 1 1 1 2 6 1 2 1 15 35 7 1 2 2 19 1 14 1 2 5 1 7 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 2 1 12 1 14 1 3 2	1 1 7 2 16 1 1 1 1 2 6 1 2 1 15 35 8 1 2 2 20 2 14 1 2 6 1 9 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 3 1 12 1 14 2 4 2	250.00 250.00 790.00 350.00 1,245.00 250.00 250.00 250.00 250.00 500.00 1,350.00 245.00 500.00 250.00 3,550.00 2,805.00 1,200.00 250.00 500.00 450.00 1,870.00 300.00 1,040.00 250.00 450.00 1,115.00 250.00 1,650.00 250.00 150.00 250.00 350.00 70.00 400.00 442.00 490.00 250.00 665.00 229.00 1,735.00 400.00 800.00 500.00
	200	210	£29,391.00

THE LEEDS COMMUNITY TRUST REPORT AND ACCOUNT FOR HE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT OTHETR STEES HE LEED OMMUNITY TRUST I report on the accounts of the Trust for Ihe year ended 31 December 2023, which are sot out on p8ges 24. R•8pectlv8 responslbllltles of Trustsas and Examlner The Ch8rftls Trustees are responsible for the preparation 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 Ilhe "2011 A"} and that an indendent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to.. examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act., to follow the prOdre$ laid down in thè General Dirèctions given by the Charity Commission under section 1451Sllbl of the 2011 Act., and to state whéther partlcular matter8 have come to my attention. Ba818 of Indepondent Examln8rf8 Report My examination was rrIed out in accordanc8 with General Directions glven by the Charity Commlssion. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records.11 al80 includes considerallon of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeklng explanations from you as Trustees conceming any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provid6 all evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no oplnion is given as lo whether the accounts present a "tru8 and fair view, and the report is limited lo those m8tter8 sel out in the statement b810w. Independent Ex•mlno¢8 Statsm•nt In connection with my examlnation, no matter has come to my attentlon.. 1. Which glves me reasonab16 cause lo believe that in any material resp8¢t the requirements.. To keep accounting r&cord8 in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act,. and To prepare a¢counls which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met,. or 2. To whlch, In my opinion. attention should be drawn in order lo enable 8 prop8r understandlng of the accoun18 lo be reached. Paul HaNey MAAT Suite 23 Mccarthy's Business Centre Education Road Leeds LS7 2AL . Ik Dated: 30 October 2024

HE LEEDS COMM NITY TRUST STATEMEN INANCIAL ACTIVIT FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 202 202 Total nrestricted Res INCOME Note Donations and grants Interest received 50,320.00 0.00 50.320.00 0.00 0.00 50.320.00 0.00 50,320.00 24,750.00 0.00 24,750.00 EXPENDITURE Grants and donations Bank charges 27,701.22 0.00 27,701.22 840.C 0.00 840.00 28,541.22 0.00 28,541.22 18.530.00 0.00 18,530.00 SURPLUS I IDEFICITI FOR THE YEAR TRANSFERS FUNDS AT 1 JANUARY 2023 22,618.78 440.00 0.00 0.00 9,683.74 2,262.85 21,778.78 0.00 11,946.59 8.220.00 0.00 5.726.59 FUNDS AT 31 DECEMBER 2023 32,302.52 1,422.85 33.725.37 11.946.59

THE LEEDS COMMUNITh TRU BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2023 2023 2022 Note CURRENT ASSETS Balances at bank 33,725.37 11,946.59 NET CURRENT ASSETS 33,725.37 11,946.59 REPRESENTED BY Restricted funds Unrestricted funds 1,422.85 32,302.52 2,262.85 9.683.74 33.725.37 11,946.59

THE LEEDS COMMUNITY TRUST NOTES TO THE A NT R THE YEAR ENDED 31 DE EMBER 2023 1 PAYMENT UNDER PERPETUAL COVENANT The Community Shop Trading Company Limited pays 118 annual income to the Trust in the coming year by way of a rpetUal covenant. 2 RESTRICTED FUNDS Incomin oin alance 31.12.2023 01.01.2 al The Holiday Fund 2,282.85 0.00 840.00 1,422.85 2 262.85 0.00 840.00 1422.85

THE LEEDS COMMUNITY TRUST REPORT AND ACCOUNT FOR HE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023