Shalom Life {A company Ilrnlted by 8uaraniee, not havlni share upltal) DIRECTORS, ANNUAL REPORT The direttors present their report prepared in accordance with Charities SORP {effectiveJanuary 20151 with the unaudited financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024. also prepared in accordance with the aforementioned Ststement of Recommended Prartice and FRSIO2. The directors, who are also trustees of the charity, at the date of this report and those who served during the financial period together with the dates of any changes. are set out on page l and are listed below. Dlrertors The dirertors who seryed during the period are as follows: Alain Emerson Francis Hughes (Resigned 20 September 20241 Michelle Hughes {Resigned 20 September 20241 Thomas Mark Emerson lappolnted 20 September 20241 Claire Emer50n lappolnted 20 September 20241 Deborah Carson {appointed 20 September 20241 In accordance with the Articles of Association the director5 retire by rotation and, being eligible, offer themselves for re-election. Obje¢llves and Actlvltles The main purposes of the organlsatlon are as follows: l. Advancement of Religion with the promotion of Christlan values. 2. Advancement of Education - The moral and intellectual development and enhancement in knowledge and understanding of individual beneficiaries and an improved sense of wellbeing and increased s•lf.esteem of Indlvldijal beneficiarles as they develop new skills, capabilltles and knowledge. 3. Advancement of Community Development by encouragin8 individLtals to be good citizens. 4. The Prevention or Rellef of Poverty 5. Advancement of Health or the Saving of Lives We are commltted to the servlce of the local populatlon and provide varlous seiceS and events to all ages in the community such as., l. A weekly service of worship each Sunday is open to the general public. 2. We provide the venue for the local Bulgarian Church Saturday seniice. 3. This includes regular Bible teaching for adults, and separate age-appropriate programmes for children and young people. 4. Regular meeting of small groups of people for fellowship and prayer. 5. Monday Drop In open to the general public for friendship. pastoral care and 5UPPOrt. craft and other activities 6. Ongoing support for those struggling with addiction 7. Sign posting to Advice and Counselling Services 8. Programmes for children and young people which include games activities, arts & crafts activities, friendship opportunities and spiritual development. 9. A weekly mother and toddlers group
Shalom Life IA tompany limited by Kuarantee, Mt having share capltall DIREcfoRS' ANNUAL REPORT (Continued) 10. Saturday bread collection and distribution. 11. Distribution of Food Bank parcels. clothing or household furniture 12. We organise minor household repairs and maintenance and also help with transport issues for those In need. 13. We encourage people who attend to be involved in helping others In the community through volunteering at various organisations, 14. we organise social events for the local community including Fun Days and outings We believe that the gospel of Jesus Christ. is a power that can change lives and bring a new sense of purpose and hope to bellevers irrespectlve of a8e, 8ender, background or culture. Hnanclal Revlew The statement of financial activities which shows the results ofthe company Is set out on page 9. The reported deficit for the year is £4,22912023: £6,683) The dirertors continually review all funding opportunities to maxlmi5e the incomSng resources for the charity. Reserves Pollcv The company's policy is to achieve a level of free resee5 which matches the needs of the company both at the current time and the foreseeable future. Free reserves are those unrestricted reserves which are available for general use. Structurei governance and management Governing document Shalom Llfe is a company limited by 8uarantee. It Is governed by Memorandum and Artlcles of Assoclation and the liability of each member is limited to an amount not exceeding £1. It 15 reco8nlsed as a charity by the Charity Commission of Northern Ireland under the reference NIC107104. Publlc Beneflt In setting our objectlves and plannlng our activities for the year, the dlrectors have glven careful consideration to the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland's statutory guldance on public benefit to ensure that the activities have helped achieve the charity purpose and provide a benefit to the beneficiaries. Speclal Provisions relatln8 to small companles This report 15 prepared in accordance with the special provisions relating to small companies within part 15 of the Companies Art 2006. y order of the Board Alain Emerson Director Date: 22 December 2024