WILLIAM WILSON
WILLIAM WILSON
25 Rcad
BT18 9HX
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SOS N.1.
(A company limlted by guarantee)
Annual Report and Financial Statements
31 December 2024
Company Reglstratlon Number: NIO81293
Charlty Reglstratlon Number: NIC100247

SOS N.1.
Report and accounts for th8 year ended 31 December 2024
Contents
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Tru8tses' Annual Report
Statement of dlrector8' ra$pon8lbllltle8
Indopgndent Accountants Report
Funds Statements...
Statement of Financial Activities
ststernent of Financral Activth'e$ - Prior Year statement
Movements in fundj
Summary offunds
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SOS N.1.
Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2024
The Trustees present their Report and Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024, which also
comprises the Directors, Report required by the Companies Act 2006.
Reference and administratlve details
The charity nama
The legal name of the charity is:. SOS N.1.
The charity is also known by its operating name, SOS Bus N.1.
The charltyS arnas oporatlon and UK charltable rnglstratlon
The charity is registered in Northern Ireland with the Charity Commission in Northern Ireland
(CCNI) with charity number NIC100247
Legal structure of the charlty
The charty is constituted as a a company limited by guarantee, registered under the Companie8
Act. The governing document of the charity is the Memorandum and Articles of Association
establishing the company under company legislats'on.
There are no restrictions in the governing documents on the operation of the Charity or on its
investment powers other than those imposed by Charity Law.
By operation of law, all trustees are directors under the Companies Act 2006 and all directors are
trustees under Charikn'es legislation and have responsibilities, as such. under both company and
charity legislation.
The trustees are all individuals.
The princlpal operating addre88, tslephone numbor, •mall and web addresses of the charlty
are:.
Weavers Court Business Park
Belfast
BT12 5GH
Telephone
Email address
028 9066 4505
info@sosbusni.com
www.sosbusni.com
Web address
The registered office of the charity for Companies Act purposes is:_
25 Shore Road
Holywood
Northern Ireland, BT18 9HX

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The Trustees in office on the date the report was approved were:.
Mr P Loughins
Mrs S C Henderson
Miss M Dunne
Mr D J Maguire
MrDGMark
Ms V Ball
Tho followlng persons $6rved as Trusto•s durlng the yoar •ndod 31 December 2024 :.
The trustees who served as a trLJSt8e in the reporting period, and, if applicable, their dates of
appointment or resignation during the year were:_
Name
Appolnted
Reslgned/Retlred
Mr M J Brooks
Mr P Loughins
Mrs S C Henderson
Miss M Dunne
Mr D J Maguire
MrDGMark
Ms V Ball
27 November 2024
2 October 2024
All the trustees are also member5 of the charity.
Objects and actlvltles of the charlty
rh• pury)os•s of the charity as set out In its govemlng document
The Charivs objects are specifically restricted to the following..
- advancement of health or saving of Ilves by providing em8rgen¢y medical treatment and care.,
relief of those In need by reason of youth. age, ill-health, disabilty, financial hardship or other
disadvantsge through the provision of non emergency medical care, treatment, advice. emotional
support and sustenance,.
advancement of education of children and young people up to the age of 25 years old including
vocational training and training in lrfe skills.
- advancement of citizenship and community development by provision of advice, information and
process of referral to professional agencies,.
advanc8ment of education of volunteers including training in health and safety and life skills.

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The main actlvities undertaken In rnlation to those puryjoses during the year
The main activities undertaken during the year to further those purposes are detailed below.
Night Time Services.. Creating Safer Streets. Volunteers provided compassionate, non-judgemental
support to anyone who in need or feeling vulnerable, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Day Time Response Team.. Street-based therapy and crisis inteNention. Launched in 2021, thls
service continued to grow in 2024 following a pilot programme in partnership with PSNI. It offers
essential mental health support and crisis inteNention for individuals with complex lives who face
barriers in accessing services.
Event Welfare Services.. As part of a multi-agency health and safety team at concerts and major
events, SOS provided safe spaces for mental health interventions, substance use recovery, and
assistance in getting people home safely.
Signposting Project.. Led by volunteers, this inltiative ensures that individuals with long-term,
complex needs receive the appropriate care. Volunteers are trained to connect dients to partner
organisations for sustained support.
Volunteer Training & Development= Volunteers are equipped with skills necessary for delivering
effective street-based interventions. They are encouraged to contribute to the design and
developrnent of SOS service8, ensuring a community-driven approach.
Overview of SOS Bus Nl
SOS Bus Nl is committed to creating safe spaces across Belfast. As a volunteer-centred
organisation. our services are Ccpdesigned, developed, and evaluated in collaboration with
volunteers, clients, and muFti-agency partners.
Our volunteers are trained to provide..
.First Aid
.Harm Reduction
.Mental Health Intervention
.Naloxone Administration
.Suicide De-escalation
.Safe transport to A&E or other safe spaces
We also collaborate with agencies supporting refugee families. providing vital transport and
resettlement assistance for asylum seekers in Northem Ireland.
Collaljoration with Partners
SOS Bus Nl works closely with emergency services, statutory bodies, other charities, universities,
and community groups to tackle serious social issues. Our collaboration with the Police and
Ambulance services has reduced crime rates and unnecessary hospital admissions, making
Belfast safer for everyone.

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The main activities undertak•n during the year to further the charlty's puryjose for the
public benefit
Beneficiaries
The chanty continues to support the general public of Northern Ireland, with a focus on vulnerable
populations, including..
.Viclims of assault
.Individuals experiencing homelessness
.Those in fear of violence or crimg
.Victims of substance misuse
.Those fe8ling lonely or Isolated
.Individuals experiencing sulcidal thoughts
The trustees have had regard to tha Charty Commisslon's guidance on publlc benefit in managing
the activities of the charity.
The maln achlevements and performance of the charlty durlng the year
2024.. A Pivotal Ygar of Challenge and Change
2024 was a pivotal year for SOS Nl, one that tested the resili8nce and determination of the
organisation at every level. The first half of the year wa3 marked by the sudden loss of expected
government funding str&ams creating significant financial uncertainty and placing the future of the
charity at risk.
In response, the Board of Trustees acted swiftly and decisively, undertaking a full strategic and
financial review and initiating a series of bold measures to safeguard the charity's operations and
impact.
What followed in the remainder of 2024 and into the first half of 2025, was a remarkable
turnaround-. through strong leadership, strategic communications, targeted fundraising, cost-saving
reforms, and a renewed focus on partnership-building with existing and new stakeholders. SOS NI
not only survived but also laid the foundalions for long-term sustainability.
However, the Board remains fully aware that the external environment for charities remains highly
challenging, 8nd while considerable progress has been made, SOS Nl, like all small charities, is
vulnerable. Continued focus on income diversificalion, partnership building and strategic
investment is needed to ensure long-term viability.
As the charity prepares to enter its 20th year, 2024 will be remembered as a year of difficult
decisions, strategic reinvents'on, renewed commrtment to the people and communities we serve,
and gratitude to all who supported us through advocacy andlor funding.

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1. N￿ht-rIme Response Setvices
SOS Nl continued to deliver Night-Time Response Services every Friday and Saturday night from
10.30pm to 3.30am, operating from a new base in Rosemary Street in central Belfast.
This work provided critical front-line support to over 1,600 individuals in 2024. Volunteers and stsff
responded to a wrde range of issues including..
.Mental heatth crises
.Subst8nce misuse (alcohol and drugs)
.Assault. including violence against women and girls, and spiklng incidents
.Homelessness
.Suicide risk and de-escalation
By offering on-th8-ground interventions and safe space recovery services, the Night- Time Team
helped r81ieve pressure on emergency services, particularly the Police Service of Northern Ireland
(PSNI) and the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS).
Our V￿rk often prevented the need for A&E admissions or police custody by providing immediate
care, d8-escalation, em8rgency fi'rst-aid, and onward referral.
2. Concert and Festival Welfare Services
In 2024, SOS Nl supported 30 large-scale concerts and festivals, providing dedicated welfare
services and safe space facilities on-site. These events included high-risk gatherings with large
youth audiences and high levels of alcohol and drug consumption.
Our W￿lfare teams:
.Supported nearly 1,000 individuals in distress or under the influence
.Provided on-site recovery and safe transport home
.Worked in partnership with event organisers, promoter5, PSNI, and medical teams to keep
attendees safe
The Introduction of a formal charging model for these services In 2024 helped to professionalis8
our event offering and provided a scalable income stream that now contributes directly to covering
core costs.

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3. Day-Time Resposg ServKes
Renamed Compassion in Action and supported by the National Lottery Community Fund following
successful pilot in 2022123, our Day-Time Response Programme operated from Belfast City
Centre between 2pm and 6pm, Monday to Thursday.
In 2024, the team supported approximately 500 individuals, providing vital early intervention and
compassionate care. Often acting as a bridge between immediate crisis and longer-term support,
the service played a key role in reaching vulnerable people who may not otheryiise engage with
statutory services.
Support included..
.Mental heatth and emotional wellb@ing support
.Compassionate engagement with street sleep8rs and people experiencing hom8lessness
.Administration of Naloxone in cases of opioid overdose in collaboration with emergency services.
.Signposling and transport to accommodation, detox, or recovery Se￿ICe8
.Provision of essentials including clothing. hygiene products, and food
This programme continues to act as a valuable support system for PSNI, NIAS, and community
partners by managing Iow-level crises in a trauma-informed, non-judgmental and compassionate
way.
Our presence at high-risk events and in the heart of Belfast's daytime and nighttime economy
continues to ease pressure on public services and has been recognised as a vital community and
emergency response asset.
4. Refugee Transport Programme
In a collaboration wth the Bryson Group, SOS Nl delivered a Refugee Transport Programme in
2024 to provide safe, dignified. and trauma-infonned transport for families newly arrived in Northern
Ireland.
Impact highlights..
.Transported individuals and families from arrival centres to accommodation
.Offered compassionate welcome support through trained volunteers
.Helped ease transition into local communities and support systems
.Provided emergency relocation services as required
This initiative reflects SOS Nl's commitment to inclusion, dignity, and safe passage,
especially for those fleeing conflict or persecution.

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Annual se￿￿e Delwery
In total. SOS Nl delivered more than 2500 interventions during 2024 and supporting many
thousands more with indirect support.
The total supported can be broken down into were 49Yo ma18 and 51 % female. 21 % were taken to
a safe place which included A&E and 80h were classed as clients needing crisislmedical
intervention.
Our presenc8 at high-risk events and in the heart of Belfast's nightlife continues to ease pressure
on public services and has been recognised as a vital community and emergency response asset.
Planning. Leadership and Strategic Oversight
Following a difficult financial year, the Trustees of SOS Nl undertook a detailed strategic and
financial review in late 2024.
This process was led internally by the Board, with support from Danellen Consulting, who wer8
appointod on a retained basis to provide interim CEO capacty and strategic advisory support.
Together the team worked to build the charity's external profile, strengthen Stakeholder
relationships, and drive a focused income generation strategy, resultlng in renewed engagement
with key funders, event organisers. and corporate support8rs.
Our outsourced accountancy services provided essential financial oversight and compliance
support, with the core strategic and operational effort led by the Trustees supported by Danellen
Consulting.
Together, they undertook detailed cash-flow analysis, developed contingency scenarios, and set
out clear income g8nerats.on targets aligned with the charity's Sustainability ambitions.
This collaborative effort resulted in greater financial dlsclpllne, stronger govemance, and a renewed
sense of strategic dlreclion positioning SOS Nl as a resilient and forward- looking organisation as it
approaches its 20th anniversary.

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Profile Raising and Sl8keholder Engagement
In late 2024. and into 2025, SOS Nl placed a renewed focus on public profile and stakeholder
engagement to raise awareness of its life-saving work and strengthen relakn'onships with key
decision-makers.
As part of this strategic approach, the charity welcomed several high-profile visitors to its
operations in Belfast. which helped shine a light on the challenges faced by vulnerable people and
the unique value SOS Nl brings to the community.
.Fl8urAnderson MP, UK Shadow Minister for Northern Ireland, visited in to meet frontline
volunteers and learn more about SOS Nl's work on substance misuse and homelessness. She
praised the charity's collaborative model and commrtment to compassionate care on the streets of
Belfast.
.Minister for Health Mike Nesbitt MLA spent time with SOS Nl teams witnessing first-hand the
impact of the charity's outreach and recovery support services. His visit focused on mental health
and addiction and opened the door to future collaboration with public health stakeholders.
.Mlnlster for Justice Naomi Long MLA visited to observe SOS Nl's work and discuss the charity's
partnership with PSNI and the Purple Flag Initiative. She acknowledged the importance of third-
sector organisations like SOS Nl in reducing harm and supporting vulnerable people in high-risk
situations.
These visits significantly enhanced the charity's visibility and reinforced the message that SOS Nl is
trusted partner in addressing some of Northern Ireland's most pressing social issues. Media
coverage and sector engagement arising from these visits helped attract new funders, volunteers,
and collaborative opportunities.
Welcoming Richard Donner as SOS Nl Ambassador
In early 2025, SOS Nl was honoured to welcome acclaimed actor and writer Richard Domier as our
official Ambassador. Richard's sUPPOrt marks a significant milestone in raising public confidence in
our mission and expanding awareness of the life-saving work delivered by our volunteer teams. A8
a proud Belfast native, Richard brings warmth, authenticity, and visibility to our cause helping to
elevate the profile of SOS Nl across Northern Ireland and beyond.
His appointment energised our fundraising and public engagement efforts, wth media coverage
and social content reaching new audiences and reinforcing the value of community-led
safeguarding. Richard's heartfelt message, filmed on board the SOS Nl bus and on the streets of 8
very cold Belfast in February, highlights the humanity and urgency of our work and is a powerful
tool in galvanising public and corporate support.
Watch Richard's video here: https:Ilyoutu.belMm7Lnqu_xg0. Viewer discretion advised.

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University Engagement and Student Support
In 2024. SOS Nl expanded its collaboration with both Queen's University Belfast (QUB) and Ulster
University to support student wellbeing and reduce risk-taking behaviour5 among young people.
Our pres&nce during Results Night, Freshers. Week, the St Patrick's Day Fests'val, Halloween and
other key calendar moments provided vital on-the-ground welfare support, helping young people
and students stay safe while socialising.
Additionally, our team delivered a Tuesday night Mental Wellbeing Drop-ln Clinic at QUB Mccray
Library, offering non-judgmental listening, mental health signposting, and recovery support at a
time when many students feel most vulnerable.
These efforts are part of a broader strategy to reduce harm, build trust in SOS Nl services, promote
safer night-life activities, and ensure that young people in Belfast have access to compassionate.
immediate care when they need it most.
Cost-savings 8nd Sustainability Measures
Operational Eff￿lenc￿S and 1n-￿.nd Support
To address financial pressures, th8 charity implemented a comprehensive cost-saving programme
throughout 2024 and early 2025. This included renegotiation of insurance policies, fl88t
maintenance, utility providers, and administrative servlces.
A major boost came through securing three years of free warehouse 8pace, thanks to a generous
in-kind partnership with Belfast City Sightseeing Tours. This arrangement, worth an estimated
£20,000, allowed for secure storage of SOS NI'8 fleet, equipment, and supplies, freeing up vrtal
resources for direct seNice delivery.
Office RoloG8tion
Building on the foundation laid in 2024, the charity relocated in early 2025 to modern, smaller office
space with improved rental term5. This move enhanced both functionality and financial efficiency,
reflecting the organisation's commitment to lean and impact- focused operations.

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Income Generalion and Fundraising
Desptte the loss of forecasted government funding and a general downtuffl in public donations
during the year, SOS Nl successfully secured new support from several sources, including..
.The National Lottery Awards for All
.Garfield Weston Foundation
.LCN (Licensing and Catering News) Awards fundraiser
.Belfast City Council and PSNI Community Safety Funds
These and other donations enabled the charity to relaunch public fundraislng appeals. invest in new
volunteer training, and continue frontline servi￿$ without interruption.
This achievement 18 particularly significant given the wider funding landscape for charities across
Northern Ireland. As highlighted by both NICVA and C03, the voluntary and community sector In
Northern Ireland continues to face unprecedented funding pressures, with a number of high-profile
charrties forced to d088 in 2024 and 2025 due to funding shortfalls, rising costs. and the withdrawal
of key government support.
Thls wlthdraw81 included the Department of Health's Mental Health Fund and the halving of the
anticipated Core Grant Scheme, from £3.8 million to £1.8 million left many organi5ations ￿￿thoUt
critical support. with over 90% of applicants to the Core Fund unsuccessful.
At the same time, operating costs for frontline charities have risen sharply, while donor fatigue and
economic pressures have led to a reduction in giving across the sector.
Against this backdrop, SOS Nl's ability to diver8ify its income and secure new partners
represents a markable success and set a strong foundation for future 8UStainability.
Ch8rging Model for Concert and Event Servic8S
In 2024, SOS Nl introduced a formal charging model for welfare services provided at commercial
concerts and festivals. This marked a significant step toward long-term sustainabilty and
professionalisation of our service offer.
The model has enabled the charty to deliver a more consistent, high-quality response whilo
generating a new, scalable income stream that Is relnvested directly into frontline delivery.
Its success has also opsned the door to strengthened relationships viith promoters, event
organisers, and civic stakeholders positioning SOS Nl as a trusted and dependable welfare partner,
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The Comp8ss Alliancel
In late 2024 we developed the Compass Alliance, a new multi-agency initiative developed by SOS
Nl to build cros5-seclor support for vulnerable individuals and raise funds from corporate sources.
This unique initiative, which was soft-launched in Spring 2025, brings together stakeholders from
statutory, community, business, and academic sectors to co-create solutions. raise awareness, and
attract new income streams.
The Alliance has already helped open important conversations with public health funders, BIDS,
event promoters, and corporate CSR partners. It represents an important next step in our journey,
moving beyond emergency response to become a driver of long-t8rm systemic change.
Govemance and Board D8V8lopment
SOS Nl recognises the vital importance of strong governance in ensuring transparency,
accountability, and long-term organisational resilience. In 2024, the Board of Trustees underwent
peri¢)J of renewal and strengthening, m8rklng 8 now chapter for the charty.
At the Annual General Meeting in November, Victoria (Tori) Ball was appointed to the Board. A
former active volunteer, Tori brings lived experience and passion for the mission and has played
pivotal role in reinvigorating the chanty's strategic communications and fundraising efforts. Her
appointment reflects the Board's commitment to valuing volunteer insights and nurturing leadership
from wilhin the SOS Nl community.
Sincere thanks were extended to Pete Loughins, who stepped down as Chair in 2024 following
long and distinguished period. A founding influence in the charity's early development, Pete has
helped shape the organisation's mission, culture, and reputation. His calm, strategic leadership as
both former CEO and Chair was especially critical during previous times of uncartainty offering
clarity, courage, and direction when most needed. His decision to remain on the Board as
Trustee Into 2025 has provided welcome continuity and mentorship durlng thls Important
transitional phase.
The Board welcomed Mags Dunne as the new Chair. With a strong background in human
resources and third-sector leadership. Mags brings renewed energy and strategic focus to the role.
Her appointment signals a conts.nued commitment to sound govemance and a sustainable future
for SOS NI.
Finally, the Board said a fond farewell to Maurice Brook5, who stepped down in 2024 after more
than a decade of dedicated service. Maurice's wisdom, integrity, and unvrdvering commitment have
had a lasting impact on the organisation. His steady
presence supported SOS Nl through both gr￿h and challenge, and he leaves with the heartfelt
gratitude and best wrshes of the entire team.

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Volunteers and Capacity Building
SOS NI'5 impact continues to be made possible by the dedication of its people. particularly our
volunteer team. who remain at the heart of everything we do. In 2024, over 130 trained volunteers
contributed thousands of hours to support vulnerable individuals in crisis, often in high-pressure
environments and at unsociable hours. Their professionalism. compassion, and adaptability remain
among the charity's greatest assets.
A defining feature of our approach is the volunteer-led model, which 8nables us to deliver high-
impact, person-centred interventions ￿118 creating a strong culture of trust, empathy, and
community connection. Our Volunteer Team Leaders play a pivotal role in this structure. Not only
do they ctrordinate frontline welfare operations, including night- time shifts, large-scale concerts,
and city-centr8 Outreach, but they also recruit and mentor new volunteers, support the d8liv8ry of
training, and model best practice in trauma-informed care. Their lived experience and leadership
are central to the peer-led ethos that underpins the SOS Nl approach.
In 2024, we invested in new training pathways. including updated welfare protocols and trauma-
Informed care modules, to ensure our teams had the tools and confidence to respond safely and
effectively. We welcomed more than 20 new volunteers into the organisation, further strengthening
our operational capacty and broadening the 8kill8et across our response teams.
Looking ahead, volunteer development will remain a core strand of our strategic plan. We are
committed to ensuring that all volunteers feel valued. supported, and empowered and that the
experience of volunteering with SOS Nl continues to be rewarding, indusive, and impacthjl. This
commrtment will be critical as we scale our services in response to rising community need and
prepare for the charity's 20th anniversary in 2026.
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Looking Ahead
The Board's decision to appoint a full-time Chief Executive Officer from October 2025, following an
open and competitive recruitment process. marks a significant milestone in SOS Nl's journey
towards long-term stability and growth. This strategic investment in leadership comes at a pivotal
time. building on the progress made throughout 2024 and the sharp pivot undertaken by the Board
in early 2025 to safeguard the future of th8 charty.
The incoming CEO will be tasked with advancing income diversification, strengthening our public
profile, and developing further engagernent wth key stakeholders and delivery partners - new and
existing. A key priority will be to build on the sustainable income plan to close the remaining funding
gaps projected in 2026 and 2027, while responding to rising demand for services across Belfast
and beyond.
Central to this next phase v¥ill be the further development of the Compass Alliance and the launch
of a new three-year strategy for 2026 - 2029, setting out a bold and measurable vision for impact,
advocacy, and operational excellence. The charity is also 8xploring new opportunities for corporate
partnerships and concervfestival service provision, all aimed at reinforcing SOS Nl's role as a
trusted frontllne y￿lfare provider and thought1*8der in harm reduction and trauma-informed care.
While we are entering this phase with renewed energy and a more reslllent operational plafform,
the financial landscape for charities in Northern Ireland remains fragile.
Continued inflationary pressures, increasing demand for seniices, and a shrinking pool of grant
funding mean that we cannot afford to become complacent. Forward projections are based on
conservative estimates and known funding pipeline5, and while they reflect growing confidence,
they also highlight the ongoing need for vigilance, adaptability, and strategic partnership.
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Conclusion
While 2024 was a challenging and pivotal year, it also proved the strength. resilience, and
relevance of SOS Nl. Through decisive leadership, focused fundraising, and a whole-organisation
effort. we have taken step5 to slabilise our financial position, restored public confidence, and laid
strong foundations for the future.
Thanks to the dedication of our staff and volunteers, the generosity of our funders, and the support
of civic and community partners, we are now entering a period of renewed momentum. The
systems, strategies, and relationships now in place will enable us to deliver even greater impact in
the years ahead, particularly for those most at risk.
To our current funders and stakeholders, we remain deeply grateful for your belief in our mission.
Your support has not only sustained our work but has made innovation and progress possibl8 at a
time of real need. As wa move towards our 20th anniversary year in 2026, we do so with cautious
optimism, purpose, and a shared commitment to delivering compassionate, frontlin8 services that
save lives and support the development of a safe Belfast in which to live, work and visit.
We are under no illusion about the ongoing challenges that lie ahead. But our experience in 2024
has proven that SOS Nl Is capable of evolving, adapting, and responding wrth agility and
compassion. With a strengthened leadership team, a clear strategic plan, and the continued
8UPPOrt of our partners. we are well placed to navigate uncertainty and continue building a more
sustainable and impactful future for this essential organisalion.
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Results for the financial year ended 31 December 2024 are provided in the Stat8m8nt of Financial
Activities on page 23 of the financial statements.
A summary of the assets and liabilities as at 31 December 2024 are provided in the Balance Sheet
on page 26.
The financial ststements should be read in conjunction with their related notes, which appear on
pages 28 to 38 and have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102).
In summary:
1. Total incoming resources have decreased by 23Yo to £122,833 (2023.. £159,296)
2. Total resources expended have increased by 130/0 to £204,293 (2023: £180,722)
3. There was a net deficit of £81,460 in the year (2023.. £21,426).
Fundralsing activltle5 during the year
Fundraising is critical to the continued success of SOS Bus Nl. Our vital services are funded
through a combination of grants, donations from individuals and businesses, and the generosity of
our supporters.
These contributions enable us to provide essential support to vulnerable individuals in Belfast,
including those experiencing mental health crises, homelessness, or substance misuse. Without
consistent funding, we would not be able to operate our Safe Spaces or deliver crucial interventions
such as suicide de-escalation and overdose prevention.
Donations allow us to train volunteers, maintain our fleet of response vehicles, and ensure our
services are available when needed most whether during the day or night. The support we
receive from the community is not just financial but reflects a shared commitment to making Belfast
a safer and more caring place. Every donation, large or small, helps us sustain our efforts to create
lasting positive change for individuals and the wider ￿MmunIty.
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The drfference the charitys perfomianca during the year has made to the beneficiaries of
the charlty and the widersoclety
Throughout the year. SOS Bus Nl has made a significant impact on both its beneficiaries and the
wider community. By providing critical support through our Nighttime and Day Time Services, we
have safeguarded the physical and emotional well-being of vulnerable individuals across Belfast.
Our trained volunteers offered non-judgmental, compassionate care to people in crisis, including
those experiencing mental health challenges. substsnce misuse, homelessness, and Suicidal
thoughts.
The presence of SOS Bus Nl has also allevlated pressure on local resourc88, particularly
emergency services such as the Police SeNice of Northern Ireland (PSNI), Health Trusts. and the
Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS). By offering a Safe Space where individuals can
receive immediate help. our services reduce the need for police and ambulance callouts, hospital
admission5. and other statutory interventions. This contributes to a more efficient use of public
resources, while creating a safer environment for the broader community.
Through our collaborative partnerships and ongoing dedication, SOS Bus Nl conts'nues to play a
vital role in building a safer, more supportive Belfast for all.
structure, governance and management of the charlty
The methods usad to recruit and appoint new charity trusteos
As set out in the charitys Artid8s of Association, the charity may by ordinary resolution..
appoint a person who is vlllllng to act to be a Trustee; and
det8rmine the rotation in which any additional Trustees are to retire.
No person other than a Trustee retirlng by rotation may be appolnted a Trustee at any general
meeting unless..
he or she is recommended for re-election by the Trustees., or
not less than fourteen nor more than thirty five clear days bafore the date of the meeting, the
Charity is given a notice that:
-is signed by a member entitled to vote at the meeting.,
-ststes the member's intention to propose the appointment of a person as a
Trustee.
contains the details that, if the person were to be appointed, the Charity would
have to file at Companies House., and
is signed by the person vtho is proposed to show his or her viillingness to be
appointed.
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SOS N.1.
Trustees. Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2024
All persons who are entitled to receive noti￿ of a general meeting must be given not less than
seven nor more than tsventy eight days. notice of any resolution to be put to the meeting to appoint
a Trustee other than a Trustee who is to retire by rotation.
The Trustees may appoint a person who is willing to act as a Trusteee.
A Trustee appointed by a resolution of the other Trustees must retire at the next annual general
meeting and must be taken into account in detemining the Trustees who are to rets.re by rotation.
The appointment of 8 Trustee, whether by the charity in a general meeting or by the other Trustees,
must not cause the number of Trustees to exceed any number fixed as the maximum number of
Trustees.
The charftys organlsatlonal structurn
The charity Is managed by a diverse and experiencod board of trustees supported by a team of
dedicated employees and volunteers.
The day to day operational activity of SOS N.1. is board led, supported by 4 employees.
The trustees. bankers and advisors
Bankers
Solicitors
Danske Bank Limited, Donegall Square West, Belfast, BT16JS
Edward8 & Co, 28 Hill Street, Belfast, BT12LA
Flnanclal revlew
rhe charftys financial posltlon at th• end of the year ended 31 Docomb•r 2024
The financial position of the charity at 31 December 2024 and comparatives for the prior period. a8
more fully detailed in the accounts, can be summarised as follows...
2024
2023
Net expendlture
(81,460)
(21.426)
Unrestricted Revenue Funds available for
the general purposes of the charity
Total Unresthcted Funds
116,639
198.099
116.639
198,099
Total Funds
116,639
198,099
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SOS N.1.
Trustees, Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2024
Financial review of the position at the reporting date. 31 December 2024 .
The trustees consider the financial performance by the charity during the year to have been
satisfactory. especially given the ongoing economic environment and fluctuations in the regional
funding landscape resulting from Brexil, and the resulting Concentration of charrties seeking funding
from a smaller pool of funders.
The charity generated a cash deficit of £81,460.
Pollcles on reserves.
The Board's objective is to build reserves and hold them at a level equivalent to 6 months operating
costs. The Board of Trustees keep this posib'on under constant revlew.
Detalls of The Independent Examlner
Mr William Wilson
Member of Chartered Accountants Ireland
25 Shore Road
Holywood
BT18 9HX
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SOS N.1.
Trust888' Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2024
Statement of the Directors. and Trustees, Responslbllltles
The charitls trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the
terms of the Companies Act 2006, the Charities (Northern Ireland) Act 2008, as amended and The
Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations {Northem Ireland) 2015.
In particular, the Companies Act 2008 and charity law require the Board of Trustees to prepare
financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the stste of affairs of
the charity as at the end of the fi'nancial year and of the surplus or deficit of the charity. In preparing
those financial statements the Board is required to
to prepare the accounts in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted
Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law).
select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently.,
make ludgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent..
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inapproprlate
to presume that the charlty wll continue in buslness.,
state whether applicable accounting standards and statem8nts of
recommended practice have been followed, subject to any material
departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.
The law requires that the trustees must not approve the accounts unl8SS they are satisfied that they
give a tru8 and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the surplus or deficit of the
charity for tho year.
The Trustees are also responsible for malntalning adequate accountlng records which disclose with
reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and which are suffi'cient to
show and explain the charity's transactions and enable them to ensure that the financial statements
comply with the Companies Act 2008 and comply with regulations made under the Charities Act.
They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking
reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Th8 Trustees are also responsible for the contents of the Trustees, report, and the statutory
responsibility of the Independent Examiner in relation to the Trustees. report is limited to examining
the report and ensuring that , on the face of the report, there are no material inconsistencies wrth
the figures disclosed in the financial statements.
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SOS N.1.
Trustees. Annual Report for the year ended 31 December 2024
Method of preparatlon of accounts - Small company provisions
The financial statements are set out on pages 23 to 38.
The financial statements have been prepared implements'ng the FRS 102 SORP (Statement of
Recommended Practs'ce for Accounting and Reporting by Charits"es> 2015, (as amended by the
Bulletin issued in February 2016), and in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard 102,
(effective 1st January 2016).
Thes8 financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions in Part 15 of the
Companies Act 2006. applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.
This report vms approved by the board of trust888 on 18 December 2025.
M188 M Dunne
Director and Trustee
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SOS N.1.
Report of the Independent Examiner to the Trustees of the charitable company on the accounts
for the year ended 31 December 2024
I report on the financial statements of the charitable company on pages 23 to 38 for the year ended 31
December 2024 which have been prepared in accordance with the Charilies (Northern Ireland) Act
2008, as amended (the Act) and with the Financial Reporting Standard 102, {effeclive 1st January
2016) as modified by FRS 102 SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice for Accounting and
Reporting by Charities) 2015. (as amended by the Bulletin issued in February 2016), published by th8
Charity Commission in Northem Ireland (CCNI) effective January 2015 (The SORP), under the
historical cost convention and the accounting policies sat out on page 28.
Respective responsibiliti08 of the Trustses and the Independent Examiner
As described on pag8 19, you, th6 charitable company's Trustees. who are also the Directors of the
Company for the purposes of Company law, are responsible for the preparation of the financial
statements in accordance with the Companies Ad 2006, the Charities (Northern Ireland) Act 2008. as
amended and all other applicable law and with United Kingdom Generally A￿ePted Accounting Practice
and for being satisfied that the financial statements give a true and fair view.
The Trustees consider that the audit requirement of 65{2) of The Chantie5 {Northem Ireland) Act 2008,
as amended (The Act) does not apply, and that there is no requirement in the memorandum and articles
of the charity for the conduding of an audit, and that the accounts do not require an audit in accordance
with Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006 and that no member or members hav8 requested an audit
pursuant to Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006. As a consequence, the Trustees have elected that
th8 financial statements be subj8Ct to independent examination.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under any legal provision. or otherwise,
and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:.
a) examine the accounts under Section 65(3) of the Act;
b) follow the procedures in the Directions to Independent Examiners made by the Charity
Commission in Northern Ireland and..
c> slate whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Bas18 of Independent Examlnerfs Statement and Scope of work undertaken
I conducted my examination in accordanc8 Wlth the Directions to Independent Examiners made by the
Charity Commission in Northern Ireland, setting out the duties of an Independent Examiner in relation to
the conducting of an Independenl Examinatson. An Independent Examination includes a review of the
accounting records kept by the charitable company and of the accounting systems employed by the
charitable company and a comparison of the financial statements presented with those records. It also
includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the financial slalemenls. and seeking
explanations from you, asTrustees, conceming such matters. The purpose of the examination is to
establish as far as possible that Ihere have been no breaches of charity legislation and that the financial
statements comply with the SORP, on a test basis, of eviden￿ relevant to the amounts and disclosures
in the financial statements.
The procedure5 undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit , and
information supplied by theTrustees in the course of the examination is not subjected to audit tests or
enquiries. and consequenlly I do not express an audit opinion on th8 view given by the financial
ststements. and in particular, l express no opinion a5 to whether the financial statements gN8 a true and
fair view of the affairs of the charity, and rny report is limit8d to the matters sel out in the statement
below.
I planned and perfomed my examination so as to satisfy myself that the objectives of the Independent
Examination are achieved and before finalising the report l obtained written assurances from the
Trustees of all material matters.
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SOS N.1.
Report of the Independent Examlnerto the Trustees of the charftable company on the accounts
for the year ended 31 December 2024
Independent Examinerf8 Statement, Report and Opinion
Subject to the limitations upon the scope of my work as detailéd above , in connection with my
examination, I can confirm that :.
The accounts of this charitable company are not required to be audit8d under Part 16 of the Companies
Act 2006;
This is a report in respect of an examination carried out under 65{3) of the Act and in accordance with
Directions to Independent Examiners made by the Charity Commission in Northern Ireland which may
be applicable.,
and that no matter has come to my attention in connection wlth my examination which gives me
reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
to keep awounting records in accordance with Section 386 of the Companles Ad 2006 and Section
63 of The Charities (Northern Ireland) Act 2008, as amended;
to prepare financial slalements which accord with the accounting records and cornply with the
accounting réquirements of Section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 and Th8 Charities (Northern
Ireland) Act 2008, as amended and.,
have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of Section 396 of the Companies Act 2006
and and with the methods and principles s8t out in the FRS102 Statement of Recommended
Practice- Accounting and Reporting by Charities (effective January 2016)
have not been met or to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in My report in order to enable
a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Mr Willlam Wi18on - Independent Examin•r
Member of Chartered Accountants Ireland
25 Shore Road
Holywood
BT18 9HX
This report was signed on 16 December 2025
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SOS N.1. - Statement of Financial Activitles for tha year ended 31 December 2024
Statamont of Financial Actlvities (including the Incoma and Expenditure Account for the
year ended 31 D8¢ember 2024, as requlrad by the Companies Act 2006)
SORP
Rof
Currènt yèar
Unrestrict•d
Funds
Current year
R￿trIct•d
Funds
Currgnt y•ar
Total Funds
PrlorY•ar
Total Fund•
2024
2024
2024
2023
Incom• & Endowm8nts from:
Don81ions & Legacles
Charitable adivili8s
Investments
A1
A2
94,003
94,003
28,125
705
101,289
56,875
1.132
28,125
705
Totsl income
94.70B
28,125
122,833
159,296
Expendituro on:
Raising funds
Charitable a¢livilies
B1
B2
33,712
142,456
5,459
22,666
39.171
165,122
27,087
153,83S
Total •xpendltur•
176,168
28,125
204,293
180,722
Net gains on inve8trnonts
N•t 8XPgndltur• for tho year
(81,480
181.460)
121,4261
Tran•fer• b•two•n fund•
Nel Incom• aft•r tran8f•r•
B-C
181,460)
(81,4601
121,426)
Not rnov•m&nt In fund¥J
(81 M601
181.460)
121.426)
R•conclllation of fund•:.
Total fund• brought forward
198,099
198,099
219,525
Totsl fund* carrl•d forward
116.639
118.639
198,099
The 'SORP Ref indicated above is the classification of income set out in the formal SORP documents. As
required by paragraph 4.60 of the SORP. the brought forward and carried forward funds above have been
agreed to the Balance Sheet.
A separate Slatement of Total Reco9nised Gains and Losses is not required as thi5 51atement include5 all
recognised gains and losse5.
All activities derive from continuing operations
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SOS N.1. - Statement of Flnancial Activities for the year ended 31 December 2024
SOS N.1. - Anatysls of prior year total funds, as requlred by paragraph 4.2 of the SORP
SORP
Ref
PrlorY•ar
Prlor Yéar
PrIorY￿r
Total Funds
UnreBtricted
Funds
2023
Restricted
Funds
2023
2023
Income & Endowmonts from:
Donations & Legacies
Charitable ath'vilies
Investments
A1
A2
101,289
101.289
56.875
1,132
56,875
1.132
Total income
102.421
S6,875
159,296
Exp8ndlturo on:
Raising funds
Ch8ri18bl& activities
18,441
105,406
8,646
48,229
27,087
153,635
B2
Totsl oxpendllurn
123.847
56.875
180,722
Not expendlturn for the ygar
121,4261
(21,426)
N•t mov•m8nt in fund
121.426)
121N26)
Reconciliation of fund•:.
T¢Jtsl fund¥ brought forward
219,525
219,S25
Total funds ¢arrled forward
198,099
198.099
All a¢tlvllles derive from contlnulng operallon$
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SOS N.1. - Statement of Financlal Activities for the year ended 31 December 2024
SOS N.1. - Resources applied In the year ended 31 December 2024 towards fixed assets for
Charlty use:.
2024
2023
Funds generated in tha year as detailed in the SOFA
Resources applied on functional fLxed assets
181.4601
124.3081
{21.4261
Net rosource$ availabl• to fund charitable a¢llvltle8
(105.7681
(21.4261
Th8 resources applied on fixed assets for chariiy use represents the oost of addilions less proceeds of any
disposals.
The nots$ attached on pages 28 to 38 ft•mi an Integral part of these accounts.
Movements In r•vonue and capital fund8 for the year ended 31 December 2024
Revenue accumulatod fund8
UnrgStrlct•d
Fund•
2024
R•8trlet•d
Funds
2024
Total
Fund•
2024
L•$t y•ar
Total Funds
2023
Accumulated funds brought fO￿ard
Recogni¥ed gain8 and108888 befor8 transfers
198,099
198,099
219,525
{81,4601
(81,460)
{21,4261
116.839
116,639
198,099
cI￿l￿g revenu• fuTrd•
116,639
116,639
198,099
Summary of fund8
Unf••trlctod
and
00•19nat8d fund•
2024
R•otrlctod
Fund
Total
Fund$
La•l Yèar
Total Fund•
2024
2024
2023
Revenuo accumulated funds
116.639
116,639
198.099
Total funds
116.639
116,639
198,099
The notes attached on pages 28 to 38 form an integral part of these accounts.
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SOS N.1. Balance Sheet as at 31 December 2024
SORP
Note Ref
2024
2023
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
10A2
26,109
4,128
Total flxed assets
26,109
4.128
Current assets
DebtOT5
Cash at bank and in hand
11 B2
7,078
90.110
22.727
176,323
Total current a89ets
97,186
199,050
Credltorn: amounts falllng duo wlthln
one year
12 C1
{6,656)
15.079)
N&t curront a888ts
90,530
193,971
Tho totsl not 4••ots of the charfty
116,639
198,099
The total net •••ets of th• charftyar• fvnded bytho fund8 of tho chartty, a• follow*:.
Unre8trlctod Fund•
un￿strICted Revenue Funds
14D3
118.639
198,099
Total ch•rltyfund•
116,639
198,099
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SOS N.1. Balance Sheet as at 31 December 2024
The 'SORP Ref indicated above is the classification of Balance Sheet items as set out in the fomial
SORP documents. As required by paragraph 4.60 of the SORP, the brought forward and carried
forward funds above have been agreed to the SOFA.
The directors are satisfied that the company is entitled to exemption from the requirement to obtain an
audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.
The members have not required the company to obtsin an audit in accordance with section 476 of the
Act.
The directors acknovAedge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the
Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.
The charity is subject to Independent Examlnatlon under charty legislation, and the report of the
Independent Examiner is on page 21.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions in Part 15 of the
Companies Act 2008. applicable to companies subject to the small cornpanies regima.
Mlss M Dunne
Trustee
Approved by the board of trustees on 16 December 2025
The notes attached on pages 28 to 38 fomi an Integral part of these accounts.
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SOS N.1.
Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024
1 Accounting pollclas
Policles relating to the production of the accounts
Bag18 of preparation and accounllng convention
The accounts have been prepared on the accruals basis, under the historical cost convention, and in
accordance with th8 Financial Reporting Standard 102, (effective 1st January 20161 and 'FRS 102 SORP
Islatemenl of Recommended Practice for Accountlng and Reporting by Charities) 2015, las amended by the
Bulletin issued in February 2016), published by the Charity Commission in Northern Ireland {CCNII effective
January 2016. and in accordance with all applicable law in the charity's jurisdiction of registration.
Golng Concem
These financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis as the trustees feel thal the charSty
has adequate reserves wilh which to meet its obligations for the forseeable future.
R18ks and future assumptlong
The charfty is a public benefit entity.
Pollcles r•latlng to catsgories of Incom• and Income rncognltlon
Naturo of Income
Gros8 income represents the value, net of value added lax and discounts, of goods provided to customers and
work carri8d out in respect of servlces provided to customers.
Categorf08 of Incomo
Income is categorised as income from 8xch8nge transactions (contract income) and income from non-
exchange transactlons Igifls), Investmant income and other income.
Incorno from oxchangè tran8action8 is received by the charity for goods or services supplied under contract
or where entitlement is subject to fulfllling performance related conditions. The income the charity receives is
approximately equal in value to the goods or seNices supplied by the charity to the purchaser.
Income from a non4xchange transaction is where the ch8rfty receives value from the donorwithout
providing equal value in èxchange, and includes donations of money, goods and services freely given without
giving equal value in exchang8.
Ineome recognltlon
Income, whether from exchange or non exchange transactions, is recognlsed In the statement of financial
activities (SOFA) on a receivable basis, when a transaction or other event results in an increase in the
charftys a55ets or a reduction in Its liabilities and only when the charity has legal entitlement, the Income Is
probable and can be measured reliabty.
Income subject lo terns and conditions which must be met before the charity 15 entitled to the resources is not
recognised untll the conditions have been met.
All income is accounted for gross, before deducting any related fees or costs.
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SOS N.1.
Notes to the Accounts for th8 year ended 31 December 2024
Accounting for deferred Income and income recelved in advance
Where terms and conditions relating to income have not been mel or uncertainty @xisls as to whether the
charity can meet any terms or conditions othèrwise within its control, income is not récognised bul is deferred
as a liability until it is probable that the terms or condrtions imposed can be mét.
Any grant that is subject to performance-relaled conditions received in advance of delivering the goods and
services required by that condition, or is subject to unmét conditions wholly outside the control of the recipient
charity, is accounted for as a liability and shown on the balance sheet as deferred income. Deferred income is
rélèased to income in the reporting period in which the performance-related or other conditions that limlt
recognition are rnet.
When income from a grant or donatlon has not been recognlsed due to the conditions applying to the gift not
being wholly within the control of Ihe recipient charity, il is disclosed as a contingent asset if receipt of the
grant or donation is probable onc8 those conditions are met.
Where tlme related conditions are imposed or implied by a funder. then the income is apportioned to the time
periods conGerned,and, where applicable, is 8ccounled for a5 a liability and shown on the balance sheet as
deferred income. Vvhen grants are received in advance of th8 expenditure on the activity funded by them, but
there are no specific time related conditions. then the income is not def&rr8d.
Any condltlon that allows for the recovery by the donor of any unexpended part of a grant does not prevent
recognition of the income concerned, but a liability to any repayment is recognised when r8paym8nt becomes
probable.
Donated goods, facllltleg and gervlce8
Donatsd flxed a880ts are recognised at the current fair value. All such donations are recognised as donation
income, and debited to fixed assets.
Donated good8 that aro not flxed assets are accounted for at a fair value, unless It Is impractical to reliabty
measur8 the value of the donated items.
In the absence of any direct evidence of fair value of donated goods, then a value Is d8ri¥ed from the cost of
thé item to the donor or. in the case of goods that are 8XP8Cted to be sold, the estimated resale value after
deducting any anlicipated costs of sales.
If It is Impractlcable to measure the falr value of goods donated for resal8, or the costs of valuation outweigh
the benefits. the donated goods are recognlsed 8$ income when sold, wllh an equlvalent amounl being
recognised as an expense.
The costs of goods donated for distribution to beneficiarles is deemed to be the falr value of those goods upon
receipt. When Ihe goods are distributed freety or for a nominal consideration. then Ihe carrying amount 15
adjusted at the time of sale, to the value at the point of distribution and the adjustmenl is shown as a cost of
donations made.
The carrying amount of any stock held for distribution is assessed for impairmenl al the reporting date. All
donated goods are recognised as donation income. and debited to trading stock.when trading stock is
subsequently 501d, or appropriated to meet an expense, then the c8rrying value of the stock is recognised as
an expense. In accordance with Ihe SORP, goods donated for distribution to beneficiarles. or for consumption
by the charity are included in 1ggaGies 8nd donations.. Goods donated for resale are included in 'lncome from
olher trading activities,
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SOS N.1.
Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024
The cost of any stock of goods donated for distribution to beneficiaries is déemed to be the fair value of those
gifts at the time of their recelpt. If the goods held are to be distributed freely or for a nominal consideration,
then the carryin9 amount is subséquently adjusted to rellect the lower of deemed cost adjustèd for any loss of
service polential and replacement cosl. Replacement cost is the economic cost incurred if the charity was to
replace the service potential of the donated goods at rts own expense in the most économic manner.
Donated seNices and facllltlas (including seconded staff and use of propetyl are included in the accounts
on the basis of th8 value of Ihe gift to the charity.
All donated sepllces and facilities are recognised as donatlon Income when received,Iprovided the value of the
gift can be measured reliably) and recognised as an expénse wlth an equivalent value.
Poll¢le$ rnlatinq to expendI￿rn on good$ and services pmvlded to the charlty
R8¢ognitlon of Ilabllltles and expèndlturo
A liability, and the related expenditure, Is recognised when a legal or constructive obligation exlsts as a result
of a past event, and when it 16 more likety than not that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in
seltlemenl, and when the amount of the obligation can be measured or rgliably estimated.
Liabilities artsing from future funding commitments and constructive obligations. including performance related
grants, where the timing or the amount of the future expenditure required to settle the obligation are
uncertain, give rise to a provision in the account5, which is reviewed at the accounting year end. The provision
Is increased to reflect any increases in liabilities, and is decreased by the utilisation of any provision within the
perlod. and reversed ff any provision is no longer required. These movements are charged or credited to the
respective funds and activities to which the provision relates.
Volunteer8
In accordance wilh th8 SORP, and in recognitlon of the dlfficultl8s in placing a monetary value on the
contributs'on from volunteers. the contrlbulion of volunteers Is not included within the income of the charity.
However. the trustees value the slgniflcant contribution made to the acllvitles of the charity by unpaid
volunteers and this is described more fully in Notè 5.
Polici•8 relaung to assets. Ilabilities andpmvlslons and other matters
Tangible flxed assets
Tangible fixed asset5 are measured at their original cost value, or subsequenl revaluation. or if donated. as
described above. Cost value includes all costs expended in bringing the asset into its intended working
conditlon.
Depreciation has been provided at the following rates in order lo write off the assets to their anticipated residua
thelr 8sts'mated useful lives.
Plant and fflachinery
Motor vehicles
33 Oh straight line
10.25 Oh straight line
A regular annual review of the likelihood of asset impairment is undertaken.
Cash and bank balances
Cash held by the charity is included at the arnount actually held and counted at the year end. Bank balances.
whether in credit or overdrawn, are shown at th8 amounts properly reconciled to the bank statements.

SOS N.1.
Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024
Pansions - deflned contrlbution schemes
The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions are charged to the profit and loss
account as they become payable in accordance wrth the rules of the scheme.
Fund Accounting
Unréstricted funds are availablè for use at the dlscretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general
objèctives of the charity.
Restricted funds are subJected to restrictions on thelr expendItU￿ Imposed by the donor or through the terms
of an appeal or as implied by law.
2 Llablllty to taxatlon
The Trustees consider that the Char￿ satisfies the tests set out in Paragraph 1 Schedule 6 of the Finance Act
2010 for UK corporation tax purposes. Accordingly, the Charity is potentially 8xempt from taxation in respect
of income or capital gains received within calegories covered by chapter 3 part 11 of the Corporation Tax Act
2010 or Section 256 of the Taxallon of Chargeable Gains Act 1992, to the 6xt8nt that such incorne or gains
are applied exclusively on the specific charitable objects of the charity and for no other purpos8. Value
Added Tax is not recoverable by the charlty. and is therefore Included in the relevant costs in th8 Statement of
Financial Activitles.
3 Wlndlng up or dlssolutlon of the charfty
If upon winding up or dlssolution of the charity there remain any assets, after the satisfaction of all debts and
liabilitie6, the assets r8presenled by the accumulated fund shall be transfe￿ed lo some other charitable boty
or bodies having simllar objects to the charty.
4 Net (doflclt)Isurplus beforo tax in the flnanclal yoor
2024
2023
The net {deficltllsurplus before lax in the flnanclal year Is stated after charging:"
Depredation of owned fixed assets
Pension costs
2,327
993
2,322
1,567
6 Thè contrlbutlon ol volunteers
As detailed in the Trustees, Report the charity is hugely dependenl on the support of its Volunteers and their
assistance is very much appreciated (particularly as a lot of their work 1$ Carried out during unsociable hours).
The a￿angernentS with volunteers are difficult to value precisely in monetary terms and have not been
recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities. The volunteers and the Gh8rity aGcept and agree that no
contract of employment Is created by these arrangements.
6 Staff costs and emoluments
Salary costs
2024
2023
Gross Salaries exGluding trustees and key management personnel
Employers operating costs of defined contribution pension schemes
68.277
993
72.916
1.587
Total salarles. wages and related costs
69,270
74,483
31

SOS N.1.
Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024
Numbers of lull tima employees or full time equivalents
2024
2023
The average number of total staff employed in the year was
Neither the trustees nor any persons connected wrth them have received any remuneration from the charity or
any related entity, either In the currenl or prior year.
No employees received emoluments (excluding pension costs) in 8xcess of £60,000 per annum.
7 Defined contrlbutlon penslon schemes
Any liabllites and assets associated with the scheme are shown under debtors and creditors.
8 Ramuneratlon and payments to Tru8toe8 and pernons connected wlth them
No trustèes or persons connected with them rècèived any remuneratlon from the charity, or any related entity.
9 Tru8tee8' expons••
No twstee expenses were incurred, 86ther In the Current or prior year.
10 Tanglbl• flx¢d a88ets
Land and
Plant &
8ulldlng8 Machlnory
Motor
Vghl¢l••
Total
Cost
At 1 January 2024
Addltlons
18,930
588,180
24,308
607,110
24,308
At 31 December 2024
18,930
812,488
631,418
Depreclatlon
At 1 January 2024
Charge for the year
18,603
2,327
586,379
802,982
2,327
At 31 December 2024
18,930
586,379
605,309
Net book valuo
At 310e¢ember 2024
26.109
26,109
At 31 December 2023
2,327
1,801
4,128
11 Debtorn
2024
2023
Prepayments and accrued income
Other deblors
4,556
2,520
22,727
7.076
22.727
32

SOS N.1.
Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024
12 Creditorg: amounts falling due within one year
2024
2023
Trade creditors
Accruals
PAYE, NIC VAT and other tax85
Other creditors
4,052
1,920
425
259
2,126
799
1,314
6,656
5.079
13 Particulars of how partlcular fund8 are represented by assets and Ilabllltia8
At 31 December 2024
Unfastrlcted De8lgnated Re8trl¢ted
funds
funds
funds
Total
Funds
Tangible Fixed Ass8ts
Current Ass&ls
Current Liabilities
26.109
97.186
(6.656)
26.109
97.186
16,656
116,639
116,639
At 1 January 2024
Unrostrlcted 0gJlgnated Re•trlcted
funds
funds
funds
Total
Funds
Tangible FIx8d As88t8
Current Assets
Current Liabilities
4,128
199,050
(5,079)
4,128
199,050
(5,079)
198,099
198,099
14 Chango In total fund8 over the year a8 shown in Note 13 , analy8od by Indlvldual fund8
Funds
brought
fofward
from 2023
Movement Transfer8
In fund8 In
between
2024
funds In
2024
Fund8
carrled
forward to
2026
See Note 15
Unrestrlcted and d￿ignated funds...
Unrestricted Revenue Funds
198,099
(81,460)
116,639
Total unrestrlctsd and designated funds
198,099
{81,460)
116.639
Total charlty lunds
198,099
81,460)
116,639

SOS N.1.
Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 Decamber 2024
15 Analysis of movemants in funds overthe year as shown in Note 14
Other
Expendlturo Galns &
Losses
Income
Movement
in funds
2024
2024
2024
2024
Unr95tricted end dosignated funds.".
Unrestricted Revenue Funds
94,708
(176,168)
{81,460)
Restrlcted funds...
Community Foundation
28,125
(28.125)
122.833
204,293
(81.460)
16 The purp08é8 for whlch the fund$ as detsiled In nots 14 aro held by the charlty are:.
Unrestrlct•d and deslgnated fund$.".
Unrestrlded Revenua Funds
These funds are held for meeting the oblectlv88 of the Chartty. and to
provide reserves for future activities, and . subject to charlty
legislatson, are free from all restrictions on their use.
R•strlcted funds...
Restrtcted Revenue Fund8
Restricted funds are funds recelved for specific purposes within the
overall alms of the charity and are used in the y8ar in which they are
recelved, with no balance of funds remaining at year end.
17 Uftlmate controlling party
The charlty Is under the conlrol of Its legal member8.
Every member of the charity Is obliged to contribut8 such amount as may be required not ex¢eedlng £1 to the
assets ofthe company in the event of its being wound up while he or she is a member. or within one year
after he or 5h8 ceases lo be a membeT.
34

SOS N.1.
Detailed analysis of Income and expenditure for the year ended 31 December 2024 as ￿qUired by the
SORP 2015
This anatysis is classsified by conventlonal nominal descriptions and not by activity.
18 Donation8 and Legacies
Curr•nt year
Unr•stri¢ted
Fund$
2024
Curr•nt year
Restrlcted
Fund4
Curr•nt yoar
Totsl Funds
Prlor Y￿r
Total Funds
2024
2024
2023
Donatlon8 and gifts from Indlvldua18
Voluntary donations
Belfast Hotel Group
Bel$oni¢
Wove n Housing Association
Ulster Garden Villages
Gordon's Chemist
88lf4st One
SD Event Managoment
G8rfield Weston Foundation
FSD
Anonymgu¥
AVA Fests'val
UP Productions
Queens Univer8ity
Newlonbreda Prebytarian Church
LFT Charitable Trust
Hendarsons
18,771
5,000
20,500
1,000
19,432
3.000
18,771
5,000
20,500
1,000
19,432
3,000
28,792
10,000
7,000
3.000
5,000
6,000
6.000
20.000
6,997
3,500
1,500
7,900
1,500
1,500
4,400
5.000
7,900
1.500
1,500
4,400
5,000
10,500
5.000
Total donatlon8 and glft¥ from Individuali
94.003
94,003
101,289
Total Donatlons and Lega¢les
A1
94,003
94,003
101.289
35

SOS N.1.
Detailed analysis of income and expenditure for the year ended 31 December 2024 as roquirod by the
SORP 2015
19 Charitable incom8 from funders
Current year
u￿r￿tricted
Fund$
Current year
Rè5trlcte
Fund
Curr•nt y•ar
Total Funds
Prlor Yèar
Total Funds
2024
2024
2024
2023
Contractual paym•nts from public bodleg lo fund ¢harltabl• activiti•s
Public Health Authority
Community Foundation
Total contrnctual paym•nts fmm public bodlo8
43,750
13,12S
28,125
28,125
28,125
20,125
56.875
Tolal Charitablo income from fundern
28,125
28,125
56,875
20 Total Income from charitable actlvlties
Curr•nt y•ar
unr•#trlcted
Fund•
Curront y•ar
Restrlcted
Funds
Current year
Total Fund•
Prlor Yo4r
Totsl Fund•
2024
2024
28,125
2024
28,125
2023
56,875
Total Charitable income from fund8rs
Total fmm charitable octlvltles
21 Invostment income
A2
2B,125
28,125
56,875
Curr•nt y•ar
unr•stri¢t•a
Funds
Curr•nt y•ar
R•$trl¢tsd
Fund•
2024
Curr•nt ye•r
Total Funds
Prlor Y•ar
Tot*1 Fund•
2024
2024
2023
Bank Interost Receivable
705
705
1,132
Total investrnent Incom•
705
705
1,132
36

SOS N.1.
Detalled analysis of income and expenditure for the year ended 31 December 2024 as required by the
SORP 2015
22 Expenditure on charitable actlvities - Direct spending
Currènt year
UnrMtri¢te
Funds
Current year
ReBtricte
Funds
2024
Currant yoar
Total FundB
Prlor Y•ar
Total Funds
2024
2024
2023
Relief driver
Pro Paramedicslmedical and PPE supplies
Vehicle maintenance
Vehicle fuel
Catering supplies
Volunteer clothingltrainlng
Evenl expenditure
2.313
744
1,424
4,363
37S
120
231
707
2,688
864
1,655
5,070
1.400
213
9,924
4,599
2,203
7,516
4,639
4,484
726
5,210
Total direct Spending
82a
13,328
2,159
15.487
30,494
23 Support costs for charltable actlvlties
Curr•nt y•ir
UnrnJtrlct•d
Fund•
2024
Curr•nt ￿ar
R•¥trl¢te
Fundi
Curr•nt yeAr
Total Fund•
Total Fund•
2024
2024
2023
Employee costs not included In dlrect costs
Salaries - Administrative staff
10,744
1,740
12.484
45.829
Defined benefit pension cost- administrative staff
Temporary staff and recruitment
Mileage and other expenses
Premlses Expenses
Rent payable under operating leases
Rates and water charges
Light heat and power
Admlnistratlve overhead¥
Telephone, fax and internet
Design, printing and stationery
Repairs and computer costs
PR and consultancy
Advertising
Sundry expenses
Insurance
Communication support
Financlal costs
Bank Charges
Depreciation & Amortisation in total for the period
133
22
155
1.567
15,027
2,368
2,433
383
17,460
2,751
194
28.057
184
485
4,541
30
78
32,S98
214
563
47,040
640
414
3,117
1,485
383
505
240
3,622
1,725
445
3.850
1.334
343
300
216
1,096
5.536
1,493
5,754
2,066
242
931
334
1,735
6.685
2AOO
136
136
218
2,327
2.327
2.322
Total support costs
73,759
11.541
85,300
110,899
37

SOS N.1.
Detailed analysis of income and expenditure for the year ended 31 December 2024 as requlred bythe
SORP 2015
24 Other Exp•nditure . Govemance costs
Current year
Unr•$tn"ct•d
Funds
2024
Currènt ￿•r
strlet•d
Funds
Curr•nt yo&1
Totsl Funds
Prlor Y•ar
Totsl Fund•
2024
2024
2023
Professional fees
Accountancy
Consultancy
3.662
8,675
43,032
S93
1,405
6,968
4,255
10.080
Jo,000
2,162
10,080
Totsl Governanco costs
65,369
8,966
64,335
12.242
25 Total Charltable expenditure
Curr•nt y•ar
Unr••trlet•d
Fund•
Currgnt ygar
Curr•nt yoar
Totsl Fund•
Prlor Y•4r
Tot•1 Fund•
FundB
2024
2024
2Q24
1023
Total direct spending
Total support costs
Total Governance costs
B2a
B2d
B28
13,328
73,759
55,369
2,159
11,541
8,966
1 5,487
85,300
64,335
30,494
110,899
12,242
Total charltable expendituro
B2
142,4S6
22.688
165,122
1S3,635
26 Expgndituro on raising funds and costs of Investment managemont
Curr•nt ￿•r
Unrn•trlct•d
Fund¥
2024
Current year
R••trl¢t•a
Fund•
2024
Curr•nt y•ar
Totsl Fund•
Prlor Year
Total Fund¥
2024
2023
Gross wages and salaries- fundraislng
activities
Defi'ned contribution pension costs - fundraising
activits'es
32,991
5.342
38,333
27,087
721
117
838
Total lundraising co•ts
33,712
5,459
39.171
27.087
38