The Charity Commission for Northern Ireland Registration No. NIC100388 FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY CONTENTS PAGE General Information Annual Report of the Directors Independent Examiner Report Statement of Receipts and Payments Statement of Assets and Liabilities Notes to the Financial Statements 9-10
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 GENERAL INFORMATION CHARITY NAME FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER Charity Commission Nl NIC100388 Approved 16 July 2014 CHAIRPERSON Lyndsay Hesbrook CHARITY TRUSTEE'S Paula Jardine Lyndsay Hesbrook Wendy Forsythe Noreen McFarland Joanne Byrne Kate Orr Chris Gilmore Jillian Henning PUBLIC ADDRESS Edenderry Primary School IA Lurgan Road Banbridge County Down BT32 4AF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER Tony Clarke 53 Andersonstown Road Belfast BTII 9AG BANKERS Danske Bank Bridge Street Banbridge BT32 3JL
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES Structure Trustees present their report and the unaudited financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 July 2024. Reference and Administrative Information The name of the charity's trustees at the date this report was approved are listed on page I, together with the address of the principal office of the charity and the charity's registration numbers. Purposes The purpose of the Association is to advance the education of pupils in the school in particular by: Developing effective relationships between the staff, parents and others associated with the school. Engaging in activities and providing facilities or equipment which support the School and advance the education of the pupils. When reviewing our objectives and planning activities for this year the committee have given careful consideration to the CCNI'S guidance on public benefit to ensure activities have helped meet the charities purpose to provide a benefit to beneficiaries. rovin relationshi s between home and school This is an active PTA which is able to fundraise and provide a number of events and activities for pupils at the school, a nd thei r families, fund additiona I resources for the school a nd build lin ks with the community. It works in partnership with the school to engage parental support, for the benefit of children at Edenderry Primary School. Our charity trustees {PTA committee members) are usually a150 parents at the school, which their children attend, and hence gain benefit in the same way as all other beneficiaries. Advancin the education of ils in the school We support the educational progress and attainment of pupils in the school through the provision of resources, events and activities, and by building links with the local community. Through the fundraising provided, the pupils have access to resources, events, activities and links with the local community, which Fundraising In support of these purposes, Friends of Edenderry carried out the following activities during 2023/24 school year. Halloween Disco for Halloween held on Friday 28th October. We charged £2.00 per child and had a disco and gave out sweets. It proved successful & fun and was well attended. Amount raised - £756.00 Profit- £668.56 Christmas Disco & Raff le: The disco took place on Wednesday 20th December with DJ Oggie a visit from Santa with class photos taken. We decided to buy small gifts for the children instead of selection boxes which proved popular Christmas raffle: Donations made from several local businesses and tickets sold for £1. The Christmas disco was raised £1134.00 and the Raffle raised £1087.70 Les5 expenses for gifts and DJ at £660.53 - Total profit raised £1561.17
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES CONTINUED... Fundraising continued... World Book Day: Held on Thursday 7th March - Appeal was sent home and on google classroom/Dojo/Facebook for book donations. P5-P7s were asked to bake or buy buns for a bun sale. The children wore fancy dress. FOE asked for book donations from key stage 2 from Banbridge Academy which was a huge success. Pupils were charged £1 for a bun and a book. Book and bun sale raised £734.58 Easter Fundraiser: Crack the code on the padlock to win the contents Charged £1 for 2 guesses at the correct code. Amount Raised from selling tea/coffee and selling raffle tickets for fun night- £70.00 Sports day: FOE parents provided tea, coffee, biscuits and juice asking only for a donation. Our local Spar donated 120 bottles of water. Amount Raised: Roughly £87.70 (was banked with fun night takings). Fun night: Thursday 13th June. This was a well-attended evening despite the terrible weather. We had a bouncy castle and disco dome. Slush puppy machines, face painting and sta115 included soft toys, donated uniforms & fancy dress which proved successful and popular both with parents and pupils. A big thank you to all the parents, grandparents and teachers who helped on the night. Without their support events like this could not take place. Amount raised less expenses: £3132.50 . School Fund: Total banked for year: £3280.00 Other developments include: P7 Leavers Party: Disco with party food held for the P7 leavers 23124 for the second time. Proved to be popular with photo props, balloons, a banner which was used from last year and the expense of a DJ on the night.
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES CONTINUED... Outcomes Through Friends of Edenderry's fund raising from the various events and activities above the committee of the PTA have achieved the following- 11 Provision of a new reading book to every child joining the school in Primary One. 21 Provision of watercoolers for pupil and staff use. 31 Ties purchased for Primary seven pupils moving into secondary school. 41 Kept the maintenance of the aquarium up to date so the children can enjoy the fish. Impacts and Benefits "Through the fundraising activities FOE have provided equipment and services outlined above, the following benefits have been achieved- Lollies on Sports Day Swimming caps Transport for the Choir to take part in the Peace Proms at SSE Arena P7 leaver ties Yearly expenditures water cooler & fish tanks Incoming Pl starting schoolbooks Chairs for the ICT room Books for the new library Financial review The results for the year are set out on page 6 & 7. The charity returned net receipts/payments for the year of £8,259 {2023:1£4,5521). At 31 July 2023 the total funds of the charity amounted to £32,278 (2023 £24,019) of which restricted funds were £NIL (2023:£NIL) and £32,278 (2023..£24,0191 were unrestricted. Reserves policy and going concern Of the total funds reported above, £32,278 is made up of cash at the bank. The trustees are confident that the cash reserves, together with expected future incomes, will be suff icient to meet the working capital requirements for the forthcoming year. The trustees have also considered the extent to which existing activities and expendtture could be curtailed, should the need arise. Plan for the future To maintain the same level of seniices in the area. Structure. governance and management Friends of Edenderry is a registered charity, number NIC100388 and is governed by it constitution. New trustees are appointed when appropriate. Suitable candidates are considered on the basis of their skills, experience and sympathy with the aims of the charity. New trustees will be agreed at a trustees meeting before being invited to join.
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES CONTINUED... Responsibilities of Trustees As the charity'5 trustees we are aware of our responsibilities for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008. It is also our responsibility to: select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently make judgements and estimates that are responsible and prudent prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the company will continue in business. Responsibilities of Trustees continued... The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charity's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with CCNI guidelines. The Trustees are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence to take reasonable steps to prevent and detect fraud and other irregularitie5. Disclosures of Information to Independent Examiners To the knowledge and belief of the Trustees there is no relevant information of which the organisation's independent examiners are not aware. The Trustees have taken all the necessary Steps of which they are aware, provided relevant information and established that the organisation's independent examiners are aware of the information. Signed on behalf of the board of the Trustees 15th May 2025 Chris Gilmore Chair Date
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY ON THE UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS I report on the accounts of Friends of Edenderry for the year ended 31 July 2024, which are set out on pages 7 and 8. Respective responsibilities of charity trustees and the examiner As the charity's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008. It is my responsi bility to: examine the accounts under section 65 of the Charities Act follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Commission under section 65{9)Ibl of the Charities Act state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of Independent Examiner's report I have examined your charity accounts as required under section 65 of the Charities Act and my examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland under section 6519)Ibl of the Charities Act. My examination included a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It was also included consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as charity trustees concerning any such matters. My role is to state whether any material matters have come to my attention giving me cause to believe: That accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 63 of the Charities Act That the accounts do not accord with those accounting records That the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act That there is further information needed for a proper understanding of the accounts to be Independent examinerfs statement I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters111 to (4) listed above and, in connection with following the directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, I have found no matters that require drawing to you attention. Tony Clarke 53 Andersonstown Road Belfast BTII 9AG Date:
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS Note Year to Year to Unrestrirted Restricted Endowment Jul-24 Jul-23 Funds Funds Funds TOTAL TOTAL Receipts Voluntary Receipts Donations & Gift Aid Grants Legacy Fundraising Appeals Bank Interest 1,056 From Charitable Activities Cha ritable Activities 14,029 14,029 13,278 Total Receipts 14.029 14,029 14,334 Payments: Costs of Fundraising Cha ritable Activities Grants & Donations Governance Costs 5,170 5,170 18,821 600 600 66 Asset and investment purchase Purchase of Equipment Total Payments: 5,770 5,770 18.886 Net Receipts/(payments) 8,259 8,259 {4,552) Transfers to/{from) funds Surplus/(deficit) for the year 8,259 8,259 {4,5521 Reconciliation 31.07.24 Cash at bank & in hand 31.07.23 Su rpl us/{d eficit) for this yea r end Cash at bank & in hand 31.07.24 24,019 8,259 32.278 24,019 28,572 8,259 {4,5521 32.278 24.019 The statement of Receipt5 and payments includes all gain5 and105ses recognised in the year. All incoming resources and resources expended derive from continuing activities.
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Funds Reconciliation Cash at bank & in hand 31.07.23 Su rpl us/(d eficit) for this yea r end Cash at bank & in hand 31.07.24 24,019 8,259 32,278 24,019 8,259 32,278 28,572 14,5521 24,019 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Bank & Cash Balances Bank Deposit Accounts Bank Current Accounts Cash in Hand 32,278 32,278 24,019 32,278 32.278 24,019 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Other Assets Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Liabilities The financial statements were approved by the board Trustees on ......................... and were signed on their behalf by: Chris Gilmore Date
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS l Generated Funds Notes 2024 2023 Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds TOTAL TOTAL Grants Totsls 2024 1,056 1,056 Totals 2023 1,056 1.056 2 Artivities for eneratin funds 2024 2023 Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds TOTAL TOTAL Donations Parties and Raffles Fundraising I nterest School Fund Miscellaneous Income Totals 2024 640 1,488 6,824 640 1,488 6.824 200 5,877 6,334 5,078 5.078 815 52 13,278 14,029 14,029 Totals 2023 13,867 13,867 2024 2023 Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds 3 Pa ments on charitable activities TOTAL TOTAL Fish Tank Donations Equipment Activity Costs Totals 2024 780 130 159 4,101 5,170 780 130 159 4.101 5,170 780 11,860 876 5,305 18,821 10 Totals 2023 13.765 5.056 18.821
FRIENDS OF EDENDERRY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2024 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS CONTINUED... 2024 2023 Unrestrirted Funds 540 60 600 Restricted Funds 4 Governance Costs Accountancy Bank Fees Totals 2024 TOTAL 540 60 600 TOTAL 66 66 Totals 2023 66 66 5 Funds Balance at Movement in l August 23 Incoming Resources Transfer of Balance at Outgoing Funds 31July 24 Restricted funds Halifax Total restricted funds Unrestricted funds General income 24,019 24.019 14.029 14.029 (5,770) 15.770) 32.278 32,278 Total net asset funds 24,019 14,029 15,770) 32,278 6 Inde endent examiner's remuneration The independent Examiner's remuneration amounts to an Independent Examination fee of £180 {2023 - £1801 Post-Balance Sheet Events None. 8 Related Parties The Charity doe5 not have any related parties. 9 Trustees remuneration & ex During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration (2023 - £NIL). During the year, no Trustees received any benefits in kind12023 - £NILI. During the year, Trustees received reimbursement of expenses totaling £602.2312023 - £295.50). enses 10 Donation During the 2023 year the charity made a donation of £11.860 to Edenderry Primary School for the purchase of Interactive whiteboards and sensory equipment. 10