Company Numbér: N1040301 HMRC Number: XR43114 Chaflty Number. NIC106396 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre IA company Ilmlt8d by guarantee, not havlng a share capltall Report and Unaudltsd Financial Statsmants for tha year ended 31 March 2025 RTJRos8&Co Chartered Accountants 44 Molesworth Street Cookstown Co Tyro4e BT80 8PA Mid Ul8tsr Voluntear Centre (A company limlt•d by guarantse, not havlng a slmrn capltal) CONTENTS Pag8 Trustees, and Other Infomiation Trustees, Annual Report 4-13 ststement of Trustees, Responsibilities and Declaration on Unaudited Financial Statements 14 Independent Examinels Report 15 ststement of Financial Activities 16 Balance Sheet 17 Accountlng Pollcles 18-19 Notes to the Financial Statements 20-24 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre (A company Ilmlted by guarantee, not having a sharo capltal) TRUSTEES, AND OTHER INFORMATION Trustaes Ms Rachael Jane Jeffers Ms Mary Josephine McGuckln Mr Gerard Lynch Mr Michael Murphy Mr Joseph Wlson Mrs Mary Devlin HMRC numb•r XR43114 Company Number N1040301 Charlty Number NIC106396 Regl8t•rod Offlce and Prfnclpal Addms 20 Queen Stre8t Magherafelt Co Londonderry BT45 6AB Northem Ireland Accountants R TJRoss&Co Chartered Accountants 44 Molesworth Street Cook8town Co Tyrone BT80 8PA Northem Ireland Bankerg Bank of Ireland 11 Market Street M8gherafelt Londondery BT45 6EE Mid Ulstsr Volunteer Centre {A company Ilmited by guarantofr, not having a sharè capital TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT for thè year ended 31 MarL* 2025 The trustees present their Trustees, Annual Réport and the unaudiled financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025. The financial statements have been prepared in accordan￿ with the accounting policies set out in Note 1 to the financial ststements and comply with the company's Artides of Association, the Companies Act 2CNJ6, Part 8 of the Charities Act (Northem Ireland) 2008, other applicable law and the requirements of the Slatement of Recommended Practice (SORP), FRS102 and with the financi81 reporting 8tandards appli(xble to chafltie8 preparing their accounts. GOVERNING DOCUMENT The organisation is a private charitable company limlted by guarantee. having been Incorporated on 28 February 2001. The company was established under a Memorandum of Association which estsblished the objects and powers of the charitable company and Is govemed under its Article of Association. In the event of the company being wound up member5 are required to contn'bute an amount not exceeding £1. Structure, Governance And Managemont The charity is committed to the principles of Corpcfate G¢)vgmanc8', and through the development of varlous manuals, wlll capture all internal and 8Xt8mal processes and procedures. The detaillng of the company's activitles in this way wlll ensure we follow best practlce guidelines and demonstrate appropriate openne88. transparency and accountsbility in all of our business activlties. Embracing Corporate Govemance eDsure8 that as an organisation we adhere to the highest slandaTds of int8grity in catrying out our busin888 and managing our finances. The Cflmpany Is fully aware of its responsibilities and the need for accountability, particularly in relation to the management of public money. Management Commlttee as at the 31 March 2025 Mary Devlin Gerard Lynch Mbchael Murphy Joseph Wilson Mary Josephine McGuckln Treasurer Ms Rachael Jane Jeffers Chairperson Prlnclpal Rlsk8 and Uncortalntles The directors have conducted a review of the major rfsks to whlch the charity 18 exposed. Appropriate systems and intemal controls are in place thioughout the charity's processes and procedures to provide clear accountablllty and to mitbgate those rlsks which the charlty faces. The company $88ks to mainiain high standards in the management of risk and the prccesses in place reviewed annually to ensure thelr relevance. Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre (A company Ilmltgd by guarantee, not havlng a Share capital) TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT for the year ended 31 March 2025 The trustees, who arè also the directors of th8 charity, at the date of this r8POrt and those who sep4ed during the financial year together with the dates of any changes are set out on page 3 and are listed below. Trustees The trustees who served during the year are as follows: Mrs Mary D8vlin Mr Gerard Lynch Mr Michael Murphy Mr Josèph Wlson MS Mary Josephine McGuckin M8 Rachael Jan6 Jeffers In 8ccordanc8 with the Constitution, the trustees retire by rotation and, being èligible. offer thémselves for re-618ction. ObJectlv08 and Actlvltles The objects of Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre as set out in our Articles are to advance community development by promoting and provlding volunteerlng opportunities and actlvlties for the benefit of Individuals and communities throughout Mid Ulster and by supporting and developing the work of comrnunity and voluntary group8 and organisalions in charltable activity which 888k8 to improve the quallty of life of the Inhabltants of the Mld Ulster. Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre aims to advance education and training for Ihe public benefit by delivering training and mentoring to volunteers, stsff and dlrectors I man8gement committee members of volunteering-involving organisations in the area of benefit. Mid U18ter Volunteer Centre also aims to promote personal d8vetopment with a view to enabling the communty to enhance thelr social and personal skills and develop and parttcipate in valued rol88 in the communlty. Publlc Beneflt Statsmont In 88tting obledive8 and plannlng activities, the trustees have gNen full conslderation to the Charity Commission for Northem ITeland'8 guidan&9 on public beneffit. All activitie8 undertaken during the year have been designed to fulfll the charity'8 Stated purposes and dellver dear, measurable beneffts to the Intended benefidaries. Summary of Maln Actlvltle8 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre operates across Magherafelt and Cookstown, working to promote social inclusion and personal development through volunteering and training. Th8 Centre is gov8rned by a voluntary Management Committee and supported by a dedicated team of knowledgeable staff who deliver its core serviceB and strategic aims. As a registered Umbrella Body with A¢¢8ss Nl, the Centre has provided discreet and professional vetting services to volunteer4nvolving organisations since April 2008. The Centre adopts an ethos of empowenn8nt, recognising its importance in improving health and vlellbeing and enabling individuals and communities to take greater control over their lives. Volunteer Support and Placement Safe Recrultment and Vettlng Operated as a registered Umbrella Body with Access Nl Provided guidance and 5UPPOrt to organisations on safe reGruilment practi￿$ Helped redu￿ barriers to participation and supported safeguarding slandards across the sector Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre (A company limlted by guarantèe, not havlng a share capllall TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT for the year ended 31 March 2025 Tralning and Capaclty Building Dèlivered and facilitated training programmes tsilor8d to I(￿al needs Supported volunteèrs, staff, and committee membèrs of volunteer-lnvolving organisations Worked in pathership with statutory and community organisations to énhance leaming opportunities Infonnation and Advlce Servlcas Provided support to: Individuals seeking to volunteer or leam more about volunteering Organisations wishing to engage or expand théir use of voluntèérs Agenaes referring individuals for volunteering guldance and placement Communlcatlom and Outreach Maintained a comprehensNe database of volunt8er8. organisatlons, and opportunitie8 Promoted volunteering through the Centre's website, social media channels, and printed volunteer opportunty bookSets Strategic ProJ8cts In addition to recruiting, placing, and supporting volunleers across a wlde range of community-ba8ed organlsation8, the Cèntre deliverB tsrgeted project3 in partnership wilh statutory and community bodies.. The Base.. Delivered in partnershlp with the Northem Hèalth and Social Care Trust, this instiative offers an attemative to traditional day-care for individuals with leaming disabllities. It supports ac¢888 to community services, facilitstes social indusion, and fosters meaningful friendships. Forever Young.. A comprehensive programme prcynoting health and wellbeing among older people. Actlwties raise awareness of Bge-related rtsks and provide support to caregivers. The Centre was pleased to receive the 8tratsglc Communlty Development Grant from Mid Ul8ter District Council, whlch has been in8twmental in maintaining a presence in Cookstown and expanding local engagement. The work of Mid Ulster Voluntser Centre would not be possible wlthout the generous Support of our funders. We exiend our sin¢er8 thanks to: Department for Communities Mid Ul8t8r District Coundl Natlonal Lottery Community Fund Northern Health and So¢ial Care Trust The Beth Johnston Foundation (All Ages) Public Health Agency Community Development & Health Nelwork Your 5UPPOrt for our mission has empowered us to deliver meaningful programmes. uplift volunteer5, and deepen communty connections across Mid Ulster. We offer heartfelt appreciation to our Management Committee and volunteers. whose umvavering dedication and commitrnent have been instwmental throughout the year. Their time, energy, and insight are vital to the SUc￿S and sustsinabllty of our work. We also wish to acknowledge the continued and invaluable support frorn InVOLve (Nl), whose partnership and shared vision have helped us maintain and grow our impact. Mid Ulster Volunteer Centra (A company Ilmit•d by guarantee. not havlng a share capltall TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT for the year ended 31 March 2025 Achievements and Perk+rman¢e Key Achievements 2024-2025 394 new volunteers registered Ongoing support provided to volunteering placement organisation8 Delivered 8 'Tum Up, Take Part. oneaoff volunteering opportunities Promoted volunteering across multiple platfomis and events Partlcipated In reglonal initiatives recognlslng th8 value of volunteerlng Actlv81y worked to increase volunteer representstion from underrepresented groups, Including people with disabilities, older adults, arKI individua15 from disadvantaged areas. Provided kilored advico and guidance to volunteer placement organisations Delivered 7 training ses8ion5 to 119 participants, covering: • Safeguarding {x2) Suicide Prevention and Emotlonal Heath Awareness Flrst Aid (x2) Supporting Connection8 Good Govemance and Committee Skllls Conducted 15 health checks for volunteer pla￿rnent organi8ation8 Processed 205 Access Nl applications Facilitated 4 corporate social action days, induding.. CDE Group supporting Hope Magherafelt's Christmas Appeal Sensats Technologles Day of Servic8 with Sunflower Support Nl Hosted and supported 22 volunteer recognition ev8nts Ongolng Support and Sactor Engagement The Centre continues lo promote volunteerlng opportunlti8s and provide practical support to organisations in areas such as policy devélopment, volunteer managèment, and operational procedur88. Where appropriate, rèférrals are made to sector bodies induding NICVA, RCN, CWSAN. and CINI for specialist guidance on toplcs such as risk assessments, funding, and tralning. EPIC Award8 The Centre proudly c81ebrated volunteer Lx)ntributions through the EPIC Awards programme: 21,250 hourn of volunteèring recognised 456 certlflcatss pres•nted acro88 athlevement levels (50, 100, and 200 hours) Mid Ulstsr Voluntser Centre {A company Ilmlted by guarantse, not havlng a $hare cawtsl) TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT for the year endèd 31 March 2026 Epic Volunteers, Week 2025 This year marked the 40th anniver88ry of Volunteers. Week. held from 3rd to 9th June a¢r088 the UK. The campaign celebrates the invaluable contributlons of volunteers and highlights the positive impact they make In communities every day. To mark the occasion, Mid Ulster Volunt8er Centre was honoured to welcorne Linda McAuley MBE from BBC Radio Ulster to our Magheraf8lt office. Llnd8 met with volunteers from Mid U18ter Agewell, Out and About Community Transport, and Praxis Care to hear thelr stories and refl8cbons on volunt88ring. The interview was pr&recorded and 81red on Saturday 15 June at 10am, as part of Linda's final broadcast before her retlrement. It was a fitting tribute to both the volunte8rs and Linda's legacy of communlty-focu8ed journalism. This special moment helped shine a spotllght on the dedication of local voSunteers and the spirit of collaboration that defines our region Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre IA company Ilmitsd by guarantee. not havlng a share ¢apital} TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT for the year ended 31 March 2025 Volunteer 40 yeor8 of Volunteers, Week Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre marked Volunteers, We8k 2024 with a ￿lebratIon event at the Springhill House, Moneymore for regislered volunt8ers and organisations. We organised an aft8moon tea, house and garden tour and finished with an Ice Cream Van. Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre (A company limlted by guarantee, not havlng a sharg capltal) TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT for the year ended 31 March 2025 ¥i.. The Ba80 Drop-ln Centre The Base is a community-based drop-in centre delivered under a SeNice Level Agreement with th8 Northern Health and Social Care Trusl (NHSCT). It offers an inclusiv8, community-integrated altemative to traditional day-care for adults with leaming disabilities - supporting individuals to access local se￿1￿5, build friendships, and participate meaningfully in everyday community life. Operating Monday to Friday, the Centre can facilitate up to 17 individuals at any one time, offering a Ilexible and responsive model of support. The environment is int6ntion8lly designed to be safe, welcomlng, and empowering - a space where participants are encouraged to devélop confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging. Staff work closely with the individuals to tailor activities to their interests, strengths. ensuring that the Base contributes to wellbeing and personal development. Participants engage in a wide range of activities, including: Art8 and crafts- fostsring Creativity, fine molor Skllls, and self-expression Drama work8hop8 - building confiden￿, communlcation, and teamwork Games and group actlvltie8- promoting social interadlon and enjoyment Naturo walks and day trlps- encouraglng physical activty and connection with the outdoors Coffee outlngs and lunch meetUP8- SUPPOrting community indusion and informal socialising Volunteering on communlty projects- enabling partidpants to contribute meaningfully and build civic pride These activities are not only enjoyable but a150 purposeful, helping individuals to establish routines, strengthen social ne￿orkS. and take on valued roles within their communities. Many participants report increased self-esteem, improved communication skills, and a greater sense of autonomy as a result of their involvement. .1 love coming here - I've made real fnends and I get to do Ihings I never thought I wuld,. said one partI￿.p8￿t. "The Base gives people a chance to be seen, heard, and valued. IYS not just a Servi￿ - ivs a community," noted 8 staff member. Mid Ulster Voluntser Centre (A company limlt•d by guarantee, not havlng a share Gapitall TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT for the year ended 31 March 2025 "Sincè my daughterstartad attending The Base. wa've seen such a positive change in her. She's rn0￿ confidènt, MO￿ Independent. and genuinely looks forward to each day. IVS made a ￿81 différence to our whol8 family." shar8d one p8rent. The C8ntr8'5 approach is rooted in perSOn-￿ntr8d practi￿ and aligns closely with regional health and soci81 care priorities. including the promotion of indusion, resilience, and pr8ventative support. The ongoing partnership wlth NHSCT remains a comerstone of this work. enabling the delivery of high-quality, responsive selvices that reflect best practice In communty-based support. Through th16 collaboration. The Ba88 ontinues to demonstrate Ihe value of Integrated, locally delivered provision that empower5 individuals and strengthens communty connections, rAlebrating the 8trength3 and contribution$ of every individual. Forever Young The Forever Young Programme h88 Contlnued to grow and evolv8 throughout 2024125, offerlng a wide range of adiviti88 that make a meaningful dlfference in participants, lives. Feedback has consi8tentiy highlighted benefits suth as reduced lonelin8S8, improved wellbelng, increased soci81 connectlon. and the joy of shared eXper1er￿es. Voluntser Engagemènt Several new volunteers joined thi8 year, supporting social and hospitality activities. All have shared positive feedback, and thelr contributions are d8eply appreciated. Talks and Inforn)atSon Se88lon8 A range of infotmatiV8 talks were delivered throughout the year. inciudlng: Northem Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke (NICHS) Energy efficienGy and home safety (Mid Ulst8r District Council) Diabetes awaren88s and Living Well Hubs Scams awareness (frading Stsndard8) Inspire's 4-vthk Healthy Restart seri88 coverlng sléep, self-care, mental health, and food and mood All s888lons were well attended and positivety r￿1ved. Physlcal Actlvltle8 and Wellbelng Une Danclng". A 8-vrnk block was dellvered and well rec•ived. Further sessions are under discussion wlth MUDC'S Age Friendly Coordinator, Chalr Yoga.. A tsster session followed by a 4week programme. both well attended. otago Cla88e8: Delivered during winter months when the walking group paused. Partidpants expressed interest in continuing. Move More Llve More: Two sessions delivered by Age Nl, combining practical movement tips wth light exercises. Walking Group.. Established in partnership wlth Mid Ulstsr Agewell. with walks in Magh8rafelt, Ballyronan Marina, Antrim Castle Gardens. Lough Fea, and Church Island. Some members completed Walk Leader training to support future walks. Creative and Soclal Activlties storytslllng Se89ion8: A 4-week series by Maura Johnson, culminating in a visit from a local primary school. FurKled by Amistory Storytelling Trust. Tea Danco: Held in Jun8 2024 with live music and refreshments. 11 Mid Ulstsr Volunteer Centre (A Company limlted by guarantse, not havlng a sharn capltal) TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT for the year ended 31 March 2025 Coleman'8 Garden Centre Trfp: A summer outing with aftemoon tea for 18 participants. Acryllc Palntlng.. A 4-week y￿rkshOp with positive feedback. Autumn Flow•r Arranglng: Enjoyed by 10 participants. Craft Cla88: Trialled but dlscontinued due to low uptake and budget constraints. Bo¢cia: A on&off session delNered by Disability Sport Nl. well received. Intgryeneratlonal Work•hop Delivered in partner8hlp with St. Plus X College, students were paiTrd with Forever Young member8. After introductory writing exercises. each pair co-created a poem about Spring, guided by a facilitator. The poem highllghted shared experienc88 across generations and was deeply moving. Plans are underway to continue this intergenerational link. Chrl8tma8 Actlvltlos Festive events indud8d: Pantomlme trip to Mlllennlum Forum {Al8ddin) and lunch at City Hotel Two Christmas dinners for members with carol singing from Ralney Endowed and Holy Family Primary Schools Shopping trip to Rushmere. 8UPPOrted by 8taff and volunteers Movie day, Chri8tmas craft8. card-making workshop and Aftemoon Tea with mince pie8 All a¢tivlti8s were well attended and positively received. Men'8 Group Dèvelopment Efforts continued to establish a regular men's group. Acllvllles Included: Health thecks (blood p￿sSure, BMI, glucose, etc.) wlth nurse support Cook IT class facilitated by MUDC Cancer Focus talk on prostate cancer Men's Games Day to mark Intemational Men's Day Although uptsk8 varied, services Y￿re maximised by opening unused 810ts to other members. CDHN Fundlng- Communlty Pharniacy Project Vve received fijnding to build a partnership with Moneymore Pharmacy. focusing on older people. Sessions were o-designed by the community lead, the pharnacist, and participants to ensure they met the group's needs. Four organisation8 - Inspire, Charis Cancer Care, Connect North. and Versus Arthritis- each18d a session. Activities induded basic first aid, a cookery demonstration, and a showcase of mobilty aids. Feedback w8s very positive. with participants feeling more informed about phamiacy seNices and local support, and more confident about where to go for help. 12 Mid Ulstsr Volunteer Centre IA company limlted by guarantse, not havSng a $har* ¢4pitsl) TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT for the year end8d 31 March 2025 All Ages Actlvity - Linklng Generdtlons Funding This intergenerational project involved a cre81ive writing v￿￿shop wlth St Plus X College. Participants wrote short letters to introduce themselve3. then worked in pairs and as a group to write a poem about Spring. The activty helped build connections beiween age groups and was enjoyed by all. Comments induded 'age is just a numberf and llhe atmosphere was so friendly." Connèct 4 Health- Publlc Health Agency Funding We delivered a programme to redu￿ loneliness and isolation, based on the Take 5 approach. Sessions covered s186p. diet, exercise, holistic therapies, and induded a health fair, flower arranging, and a Christmas lunch. Participants leamed how everyday habits affect mental and emotional health and felt more connected. After one session, the gr¢)up decided to attend a singalong event already taking place at the lo￿1 lib￿ry. They've 8inc& planned other activities and expressed Interest In continuing to meet. Ongolng Activitle• Luncheon club, uochet, exerc4se das6e8, and aftemoon teas remain p)pular and Con￿nUe to receNe positive feedback. Momb•r8hlp and Growth The programme continues to welcome new members, with over 200 currently registered. The year has been filled wlth meaningfvl actlvities, and the overwhelmingty POBitive feedback reinforc88 our commitrn8nt to growing and evolving the programme - with member8 at its heart. Financial Revlew In 2024r25, total incoming resources V￿re £288,602 (2023r24 £253,506) During the year the d)arity was fortunate enough to receive support from a number of sources including Northem Hèatth and Social Care Trust, Mid Ulster Council, Department for Communltles. The National lottery Community Fund and Te8co bags for h81p. Total expendrture for 2024125 was £221,884 {202312024 £243,484) The Chartty vms in a healthy financial position at the year-end, wlth net current assets of £183,625. The trustees confimi that slnce the year-end, ft Is not aware of any events that would have a material detrimentsl impact on its position. Reoerves Policy The trustees of Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre have Set a reserves policy which requires: The chality to maintain a level of reseNes which meets the needs of the project both at the Current time and in the foreseeable future. The lev81 of reserves h8ld are based on the need to fijnd unexpected 8xpenditure and to ensure that it can fund any shortfalls in income, should inwme not reach expeded levels. The Board of Directors will be responsible for monitoring the level of reserves on a monthly basis. Prlncipal Fundlng Source8 The princypal funding sources for Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre is currently by way of grant and contrad income. Related Party Transactions None of our trustees receive remuneration or other benefit from their work the charity. They are onty reimbursed for charitable expenses. During the year none of the trustees were reimbursed. 13 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre IA company Ilmltod by guaranto0, not havlng a share capltal) STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DECLARATION ON UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS General rn•pon•lbllltl8s The tNst888 are responsible for preparfng the finanaal statements In accordance with applicable law and regulations. Company law requires the trustees as the dlrectors to prepare financial staternents for each finand81 year. Under that the trust88s have elected to prepare the financial 8tatements in aC￿rdan￿ viith United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounling Standards and applicable law). Under charltable company law the trustees must not approve the financial ststement$ unless they ar8 satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the stste of affairs of the charity and of the net In￿m6 or expenditure of the charity for that pèrlod. In preparing these finandal 8tst8ments, the trustses are required to: select suttable accounting policies and apply them conslstently., make judgements and e8tlmate5 that are re8s0nable and prudent; Obs8rv8 the methods and principles in the Charites SORP. State whether th8 Charitles SORP (effedive January 2015) in accordanc8 wlth FRS 102 has been followed; prepare the fjnandal 8tatem8nts on the golng ¢oncern basis unless It18 Inappropriate to Presume that the charlty will continue In operation. The Irustees ar8 responsible for keeplng proper accountlng records whlch disclos• with reasonable accurary at any time the financial position of th8 ch8rlty and to enable them to ensure that Ihe financial 8iat8ments compty wlth, and 811 Regulatlons to be construed a8 one wlth that Act. They are also responsible for safeguarding the a888ts of the charty and hence for taking reasonable St8P8 for the prevention and detectlon of fraud and other irregularities. Tru•tee•' declaratlon on unaudlted flnanclal 8tatsment• In relation to the fin8nclal statements comprlslng the Statement of Flnanclal Actlvitles onc0￿ratIng an Income and Expenditure Acuunt). the Balance Sheet, th8 Accounting Pollde8 and the related not88: The tW8tee8 approve the88 financial statements and confimi that they are r88pon8ible for them, induding 8818cting the appropriate accountlng pollcles, applying them consistently and making, on a reasonable and prudent basls. the Judgements underlying them. They have been prepared on the going concem ba818 on the grounds that the charity wlll contlnue In operatlon. The trustse8 confim that they have made avallable to R T J Ross & Co, Chartered Accountants, all the charitys accountln9 records and provlded all the inforniation, books and documents nece88ary for the compilatlon of th financlal 8tstements. The trustees confjm that to th8 best of their knowledge and belief, the accounting records refiect all the transactions of the charlty for the year ended 31 March 2025. Spoclal provlslonj relatlng to small companle8 The above report has been prepared in accordance with the speclal provlsions relatlng to small companies withln Part 15 of the Companles Act 2(￿6. On behalf of tho Board Ms Rachael Jano Jeffers Dats: 17th November 2025 14 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre IA company limited by guarantse, not having a share capitsl) INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF MID ULSTER VOLUNTEER CENTRE I have examined th6 financial ststements of the Trust for the year ended 31 March 2025, which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities (Incorporating an Income and Expenditu￿ Account), the Balance Sheet, the Accounting Policies and the related notes. Th886 financial statements have been prepared under the accounting policiès set out therein. The financial statem6nts were not required to be audited in accordan￿ wlth Part 16 of the Companies Act 2ChJ6. This r8POrt is made solely to the charitabl& company trustees, as a body. in ac£ordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our work has been undertakèn so that we might compile the financial statements thal we have been eng8ged to compile. report to thè charitable compan￿8 Boafd of Trustees that we have done 80, and state those matters that we have agreed to state to them in this report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law. we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charitsble company and the charitable companls Board of Trust88s, as a body. for our work. or for this report. Re8pectlv• re•pon•lbllities of tru8tee• and examlner As explained mofe fully in the Statement of Trustees. Responsibilities, the twstees, who are also the directors of the tharitable company, are responsible for the preparation of the Trustees, Annual report and the financial statements In accordance with applicable law and Acrnunting Standards (UK and Ireland). The charitable company trustees onsider an audit is not requlred for this year under Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companiès Act 2IXI6 but that an independent examination is required und8r that Act. It is my responsibility to.. examine the financial statèments under Chapt8r 3 of Part 16 of the Companie8 Act 2006 and section 65 of the Charities Act thereunder., follow the procedures laid down in the general Dlredion8 given by the Charity Commission for Northem Ireland under &￿tIOn 65(9)(b) of the Charltes Act;; and state the facts If it has come to my attention In the course of my èxaminatlon work that any: (i) material expenditure or action appears not to be in accordarsce with the charitable Company's trusts; (bi) information or explanation l am entitled to under the Regulations has not been afforded to me; (iii) Infonnation contained in the financial Btatem8nts 18 materially inconsistent with thè Tru8tee$' Annual report for the year. Ba818 of independent èxamlnevs roport My examlnation work was und8rtaken in accordance with the general directions gNen by the. Charfty Commission for Northern Ireland under section 85(9)(b) of the Charities Act. Such an examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charitable company and a comparison of the financial statements presented wllh those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disdosures in the financial stalements and seeklng explanations from yours81v8s as the charitable company truslees ¢onceming any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide 815 Ihe evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the f5nancial 8tstements. Independent oxamln•f• statemont In connection with my examination work, no matter ha8 come to my attention: which gives m6 reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requlrements to keep proper 8¢counling records and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounling records and are in accordance with the methods and prlnciples sel out in the Charities SORP .and which comply with the requirements of sedion 396 of the Companies Act 2006 other than the requirement to give a true and fair view have not been met; or to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached. Annthlarle O'Neill FCA RTJROSS&CO Chart8red Accountant5 44 Molesworth Street Cookstown Co Tyrone BT80 8PA Northem Ireland Date: 17th November 2025 15 Mid Ulstsr Volunteer Centre (A company Ilmlted by guarantee. not havlng a share capltsl) STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Ilncorporating an Incom? and Expenditure Account) For the year ended 31 March 2025 Unrestrlcted Restrictéd Funds Funds 2025 2025 Total Total 2025 2024 Incoming Resources Generatod funds: Voluntary Income Donations and lega¢ie5 150 150 100 Charftable actlvlties Income from charitsble activitles 127,856 138.342 266,198 249,693 Other Trading actlvlties Training Income Resource Service Income 2,254 2,254 3,713 Total Incomlng resourc 130,260 138,342 268,802 253,506 Net Incomlng Resourc08 availablo for charltable appllcatlon 130,280 138,342 288,602 253.506 Rg8ourc88 Expended on Charltable Actlvttle• Promotion, support & development of volunteering Wellbeing and personal development 88,392 72,324 81.118 160,716 61,118 179,682 83,802 88,392 133,442 221,834 243,484 Total Resources Expended 88,392 133,442 221,884 243.484 Gr088 transf8r8 between funds Surplusl{deficlt} for th• yoar 41.868 4,900 46,788 10,022 N•t movem•nt In fund• for thg year 41,868 4,900 46,788 10,022 Re¢onclllatlon of funds Balances brought lo￿ard at 1 April 2024 122,953 23,849 146,802 136,780 Balance8 carried for¥vard at 31 March 2025 164,821 28,749 193,570 146,802 Thg notes on pages 19 to 24 fomi part of the financial statements 16 Mid Ulster Voluntaar Centre (A Company limited by guarantee. not havlng a sharn capltal Company Number. N140301 BALANCE SHEET a8 at 31 March 2025 2025 2024 Notes Fixed Assets Tangible assets 9,945 18,868 Current As•ets Debtors Cash and cash equivalents 4,678 179,672 139,320 184,350 (725) 141,360 (11,426) Credltor•: Amounts falllng du• wlthln one year Net Current Asset8 183,625 129,934 Total A•s•ts 1988 Currnnt Llabllltle8 193,570 146,802 Funds R83trtcted trust funds General fund (unre8tricted) 28,749 164,821 23,849 122,953 Total fvnd8 10 193,570 146,802 These financlal ststements have b88n prepared In accordance with the Special provisions relating to small companies wlthin Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006. For the financial year ended 31 March 2025 the charitable company was entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006; and no notice has been deposited under Section 476. The trustee$ acknowledge thelr responsibility for ensuring that the charitable company k&ps accounting record8 which comply wlth Section 386 and for preparing financial statements which give 8 true and fair view of the slate of affairs of the charitable company as at the end of the financial year and of its profit and loss for the financial year in accordance with the requlrements of Sections 394 and 396 and which otherwise compty with the requlrements of the Companles Act 2006 relating to financial statements, 80 far as applicable to the Charitable company. Approv•d by the board and authori*ed for188uo on 17th November 2025 and slgned on Its behalf by Ms Rachael Jane Jeffer8 Tru8te0 MaryJ phine McGuckln Trustee The notes on pages 19 to 24 form part of the finanaal statements 17 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre IA company limlted by guarantse, not having a share capital) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the year ended 31 March 2025 General inforniatlon The charty is a private company limited by guarantee. registered in Northem Ireland and a registered charty in Northern Ireland. The addre56 of th8 registered office is 21 Queen Street, Magherafelt. Co Londonderry. BT45 6AB. Statement of compllance These financial statements have been prepared in compliance with FRS 102. The Financial Reporting standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.. The statement of Recommended Practice applicable in charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Stsndard applicable in th8 UK and republic of Irèland (FRS102)(Charities SORP(FRS102)) and the Charities Aci (Northem Ireland) 2008. Involve (Nl) meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Basis of preparation The financial stat8m8nts have been preparéd undèr the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Companies Act 20(￿ and Part 8 of the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008. The financial statements are prepared In sterling, which 18 the functional currency of the entty. The followlng acc£sunting pollcies have been applied con8i8tently In dealing with items which are consldered materlal In relation to the charltable company's financUg18tat8ments. Cash flow statement The ch8rltsbl8 company hag availed of thè ex8mpts.on in FRS 102 from the requlrement to produce a cash flow statement becau8e it 18 classified as a small charitable company. Restrleted fund8 Restricted funds are subjected to restrictions on their expenditure imposed by the donor or through the temis of an appeal. Unmtrlcted free reserves Unrestricted funds are available for use at the dl8cretlon of the Management Committee In furtherance of the general objectiv68 of the company. Going Concem The Charity maintalns a g¢)od 18vel of liquidity. Having considered the circumstances, the trustees consider It appropriate to prepar6 the financial statements on a going concem basis. Accordingly. these financial statements do not indude any adjustments to the carrying amounts and dassification of assets and liabilitle5 that may arise rf the charitable company is unable to contlnue as a going cOn￿M. Incoming Resourc88 Voluntary income or capital is included In the Ststement of Financial Activities when the d￿ritable company is legally entftled to it, its financlal value can be quantified with reasonable certalnty and there Is reasonable certainty of its ultimate receipt. Entitlement to legaaes is considered established when the charitable company has b8en notffied of a distribution to be made by the executors. Income received in advan￿ of due performance under 8 contract is accounted for as deferred income until eamed. Grants for activities are recognised as income when the related conditions for legal entitl&ment have been met. All Other income is a¢counted for on an accruals basis. 18 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centra {A company Ilmlted by guarantsg, not having a sharg capital) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued for th6 year ended 31 March 2025 Resources Expended All resources expended are accounted for on Sn accruals basis. Charitable actbviti8s indude costs of seNices and grants. support costs and depreciation on related assets. Costs of generating funds simllarly indude fundraisino actNities. Non-stsff costs not attributed to one category of activity are allocat8d or apportioned pro-rata to the staffing of the relevant seNice. Finan￿, HR. IT and administrative Stsff costs are directty attrlbutable to indNldual activities by objective. Governan￿ costs ar8 those associated constitutional and statutory requirements. Definéd Contrlbution Pension Schema Pollcy Contributions to defined contributions plans are recognised as an expense In the perl¢)d In which the related servlce is provided. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the Gharity. Tangible fixed assets and depreciation Tanglble f￿ed assets are stated at cost or at valuation, less accumulated depredallon. The charge to depreciation is alculated to write off the original cost or valuation of tangible fixed assets, le8S their estimated residu81 value, over their expected useful Ilves as follow8.. Fixtures. fittings and equipment Computer Equlpment 1 00/0 Stralght Ilne 33.3Yo Straight line Taxatlon This OTganisatlon is a charity, therefore there 18 no liablllty to corporation tax. NET INCOMING RESOURCES 2025 2024 Net Incomlng Resourc88 are statod after chargingl{credltlng): Depreciation of tangible assets Independent Examinerf8 remuneratlon: -independ6nt examination servlces 6,923 7,074 2,500 2,500 19 Mid Ulster Voluntear Centre IA company Ilmitsd by guarantee, not havlng a share Capital) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued for the year ended 31 March 2025 Charitable a¢tlvitie8 Unrestrictsd 2025 Restricted 2025 Total 2025 Total 2024 Grants Department for Communlti8S Mid Ulster Distrid Council Northem Health & Social Care Trust Community Development & Health Nets￿1k Tesco: Bags for Help Scheme The Beth Johnston Foundation National Lottery Community Fund Public Health Agency Other incom8 from charitable activi￿8$ 43.465 7,000 121,630 12,000 45.318 7,000 106,430 7.000 5.882 12,000 115,748 125 66,920 126 66,920 2.950 12,108 65,465 12,108 25,480 Totsls 127,856 138,342 266,198 249,693 ANALYSIS OF RESOURCES EXPENDED Unre8trlctsd 2026 Restrlct 2025 Total 2025 Total 2024 Promotlon, Support & Development of Volunteerlng Other costs Programme costs Volunteer recognition Equipment Salaries. wages & p8nsion8 Training Accommodation, Catering and H08Pitality Depreciation Health & wellbeing Travel & subsistence costs Volunteer expenses 18,513 16.513 3,000 1,227 121,686 1,359 398 4,074 439 71,738 310 351 1,587 439 99,063 310 2,729 3,924 90 2.736 27,325 2,378 2,337 90 541 2,195 2,223 76.820 49,184 125,804 138.052 Support CO8t8: 10,782 22,090 32,872 39,816 Govemance Costs: 1,050 1,814 Totsls 88.392 72,324 160,716 179,682 20 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre {A company Ilmited by guarantse. not havlng a share capltsl) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued for the year ended 31 March 2025 ANALYSIS OF RESOURCES EXPENDED (conyd) Unrestrlctsd 2025 Restrlcted 2025 Totsl 2025 Totsl 2024 Wellbelng and personal dèvelopment Other costs Programme Costs Health & wellbeing Luncheon Club Salaries, wages & pensions Trainlng Accommodation, Catering and Hospitality Depreciation Evaluation Travel & subsistence costs Cost of raising funds 5,545 2,603 6,655 2,603 3,046 40,929 38,035 113 5,022 3,000 38,035 113 5.022 3.000 3,970 1,101 1.101 914 55,419 55,419 58,514 Support eQ8ts: Governance Costs: 5,239 5,239 4,802 61,118 61,118 63.802 ANALYSIS OF SUPPORT AND GOVERNANCE COSTS Unre8trictod Restrlcted 2025 2025 Total 2025 Total 2024 Support Costs . all•xated on tlme Premises c08ts Office costs 1,442 24,404 2,925 25,846 12,265 26.313 18.105 10,782 27,329 38,111 44,418 Govemance Costs Accountancy services Legal and Professional 1,510 2,300 2,500 11,772 28,839 40,611 46,918 21 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre (A company Ilmlted by guarantee, not havlng a share capital) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued for the year ended 31 March 2025 EMPLOYEES AND REMUNERATION Number ol employee6 The average number of persons employed (induding executive trustees) durlng the year was as follows.. 2025 Number 2024 Number Employee's 10 10 The staff costs comprise: 2025 2024 Wages and salaries Pension costs 133,608 3,490 143,201 19,415 137,098 162,616 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Flxture$, Computer Equlpment Total fittings and equlpment Cost At 1 Aptil 2024 Addbtions 112,930 11,974 124,904 At 31 March 2025 112,930 11,974 124,904 Depreclatlon At 1 April 2024 Charge for the year 97.261 6.323 10,775 600 108,036 6,923 At 31 March 2025 103,584 11,375 114,959 Not book voluo At 31 March 2025 9,346 599 At 31 March 2024 15,869 1,199 18.868 OEBTORS 2025 2024 Amounts owed by connected parties (Note 12) Other debtors Prepayments 2,278 2,040 4678 22 Mid Ul8tsr Volunteer Centre {A company Ilmlted by guarantse, not having a share capltal) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued for the year ended 31 March 2025 CREDITORS Amounts falllng due wlthln one year 2025 2024 Bank overdrafts 725 Other creditors Taxation and social security costs Accruals and deferred income 9,600 1,826 725 11,426 ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BY FUND Flxed assets - charfty u Current assets Curr•nt Ilabllltles Total Ro8trlctsd Income Restrlcted 9,196 19.553 28.749 Unre8tr1ctsd incom• Unr8Stricted 749 184.797 (725) 164,821 184,330 (725) 193,570 10. ANALYSIS OF MOVEMENTS ON FUNDS Balance 1 April 2024 Incomlng Resource8 rnsources expendod 8alance 31 March 2025 Restrlcted Income Restricted 23,849 138,342 (133,442) 28,749 Unrestrlcted Income Unrestricted 122,953 130.280 (88,392) 164,821 Total fund• 146,802 268,602 1221,834) 193,570 11. STATUS The charitable company Is Ilmlted ty guarantee not havlng a Share capital. The liability of the members is limited. Every member of the cornp8ny undertakes to contribute to the assets of the company in the event of its being wound up while th8y are member5, or within one year thereaft8r, for the payment of the debts and liabilities of the company ¢ontract8d before they cEased to b8 member5, and the costs, charges and expenses of windlng up, and for the adjustment of the rights of the contributors among themselves, such amount as may be required, not exceeding £ 1. 23 Mid Ulster Volunteer Centre {A company Ilmltsd by guarantse. not having 0 5har• ¢apltsll NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS continued for the year ended 31 March 2025 12. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS The charitable company had transactions with other connected parties. The following amounts are receivab at the year-end.. Balance 2025 Movement In year Balance 2024 Maximum in year 2025 2024 The fallowing arnounts are due to other connected parties.. 2026 2024 Net balance8 Wth other connected partles: 13. POST-BALANCE SHEET EVENTS There have baen no signlficant events affecting the Charity since ihe year-end.