FAMILY COMFORT NI FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 31 DECEMBER 2022 Charity Number NIC107536
FAMILY COMFORT LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 Registered Charlty Name Family Comfort NI Charity Registratlon Number NIC107536 NCM House 218 York street BT15 IGY Registered Office Trustees Esther Bamidele (Trustee- Treasurer) Olanrewaju Abiona (Trustee- Chair)
FAMILY COMFORT NI TRUSTEES REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 The Executive Committ¢e of Family Comfort Nl presents its report and the financial statements for the year ended 31° December 2022. Legal and athninistrative infonnation set out on page I fornis part of this reporL The financial statements comply with ststutory requirements and the Accounting and Reporting by Charities. STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governing DocumenL Family Comfort Nl AS a registered charity governed by the Constitution reviewed and updated on 26105120. Appointmen( Induction and Appolntment of Trustees ntstee selection method s including details of ny constitutional provisions e.g., election to ost or name of any person or body entitled to ppoint one or more stees Election to post Risk Management. The trustees have a risk management strategy, which comprises of: An annual review of the risks the charity mayface IJ The establishment of systems and procedures to mitigate those risks identified inthe plan: and O The implementstion of procedures designed to minAmise any potential impact onthe charity should those risks materialise. Prlnclpal Actlvlty: The objects of the charity are exclusively charitable being the benefit to women and young people (families) by means of family support programs, creating awareness, provision of opportunities for creativities and empowern]ent.
FAMILY COMFORT NI TRUSTEES REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER2022 Objectives and Activities Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document AIMS . We exist to support children. young people and Women especially from BAME communities who are struggling and in crisis due to domestic violence, racial discrimination and inequality. fllwjcial hardship. ill-hcalth& disability; especially for those whose health may or have been affected adversely or compromised by these factors. . We also advance the arts, education, culture, heritage or science among children and young people promoting equality, integration, diversity of culture, peace, workshops, seminars and events; and towards improving lives: and engage community development programs. Summary of the main activities in latiOn to those purposes for the publi benefit, in particular, the Activities, projects or services identifid in the accounts. • Family support services- Be friendliness, advice, Netwo]n mental & moral support . Educationl Training / capacity building Programs • After-school Extra-curricular programs Living and basic need support Services Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. . The trustees have had regard to the Clwity Commission guidance on public benefit ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Family Comfort Nl- started in 2016 as a support group with 4 members from different ethnic minority who experienced racial discrimination and inequality in the cornmunity, helping others with similar experiences engaged in conversation building support network It was constituted in Jan 23rd 2017. and have since engaged in activities up until now, still in the business of supporting the community. The charity offer¢d services to the vulnerable families in the local community who are struggling with emergency / on-goAng support with SOCAal Inetworking supporL food parcel4 electnc top ups, clothing. referrals etc. The organization has worked closely with families, volunteers. members, and other Organizations in the community to support families with young people in the grassroot level; and ensure equal opportunity is given to all. We have organized series of events/ activities to echo our vision, which has contributed immensely to the improvement of the individual and the community at large.
The charity engaged in networking new arrival /immigrants with existing families who share same or similar culturelinterest for long tern] social and peer support. We supported asylum seekers and refugee hosted in hostel and hotels. Their young People were continually given the opportunities to resources and facility uphold equal opportunitythat we believe in. building the skills of young people and women in the community. The charity ran 45 sessions of various activities to support mental, emotional and social skill of its beneficiaries; ranging from family support activities, crnft works, sport, cookery, sport, recreation and wellbeing programs to keep engaging the youth of today in a meaningful event so as to reduce the impact of isolation, creating avenue to support mentsl and emotional well-being, etc. The charity has also provided 95 food vouchers (support) and utility support to combat the living crisis faced by its beneficiaries. Our heartfelt appreciation to all the volunteers, flmders, community or8anizations who without their support we would not be able to deliver our services to individuals and families, who have faced some of the most difficult months in their lives. Our successful growth and strength could not have been made possible without the immensurabl¢ support of our Volunteers and Funders. FINANCIAL REVIEW The statement of Financial Activities shows a total income for the year of £24,080 and expenditure of £24,080, resulting in a balance of £0.00 for the year.
FAMILY COMFORT NI TRUSTEES REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES 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 tirne the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensur¢ that th¢ financial stst¢m¢nts comply with the charity (account and report) regulation of Northern Ireland 20 15 which give a true and fair view of the asset and liability of the charity; and any surplus or deficit for that year. Preparing the financial statements, trnstees are required to; l. Choose suitable account policies and apply them consistently 2. Make reasonable and wise judg¢m¢nts and estimations 3. Prepare financial statements on-going concern basis unless the presumption that the charity WAII continue is in-appropriate. Th¢ trust¢¢s ar¢ sol¢ly responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time of the financial position of the charity. They are responsible to safeguard the charity assets and taking reasonable actions for the prevention and detection of fraud and any other irregularities. Approved by the trustees on 09 - Feb - 2 and signed on Its behalf by: Esther Bamidele (Truste¢ M¢mber):
FAMILY COMFORT NI INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 st We have examined the accounts of the charity for the period ended 31 Deccmbcr 22. which are set out on pages 8 to l 5. To the trustees of Family Comfort NI I report on the Financial Statements as attached Respective responsibllities of trustees and examiner As the charity.'s tteeS you are res nsible for the re aration of the accountants in It is my responsibility to: examine the accounts under stIon 64 of the Charitie5 Act; follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions iven by the Chari Commission for the Northern Ireland under section 65(9)(E) of the Charities State whether particular matters gave come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's report I have examined your chari accounts as required under section 65 of the Charities Act and examination was carrie out in accordance with the general Direction5 given by the arity Commission for Northcrn Ireland under scction 65(9)(b) of the Charities Act. My examination included a review of the accounting records kep.t b th¢ charity and a companson of the accounts presented with those records. It also Included consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts. and seeking explanations from you as charity trustees concerning any such rnatt¢rs. My role is to state whether any material matters have come to my attention giving me cause to Believe: l. That accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 63 of the Charities Act 2. That the accounts do not accord with those accounting records 3. That the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act 4. That there is rther infonnation needed for a proper understanding of the accounts to Ix reached. Independent examlner's ststement I can confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am a registered Member of the Chartered Accountants Englan(L which is one of th¢ listed bodies.
Independent Examiner's Report for the year ending 31st December 2022 (con't) I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters (l ) to (4) listed above an in connection with followAng the Directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Irelan4 I hav¢ found no matters that require drawing to your attention. Javed Azam FCCA Independent Examiner Stately Accountants Kingsbridge Court. Castlehaven Roa(L Camden Town, London. United Kingdom, NWI 8QA 10-02-2023
FAMILY COMFORT NI STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING THE INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Total Funds Funds 2022 Total Funds 2021 Nole INCOME FROM Grdnts Income from charitable Activities Other trading activities Investment income 24,080 24,080 TOTAL INCOME 24,080 24.080 EXPENDITURE ON Cost of raising funds Charitable activities (24,080) (24,080) (234) TOTAL EXPENDITURE (24,080) (24,080) NET INCOME I(EXPENDITURE) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD (234) (234) (234) The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All of the above amounts relate to continuing activities. Th¢ notss on pages 9 to 15 forni part of thoso financlal statements.
FAMILY COMFORT NI BALANCE SHEET YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 2022 2021 CURRENT ASSETS Cash at Bank and in Hand Debtors 7,586 7,586 CREDrroRS: Amounts falling due wlthln one year (7,820) (234) NET CURRENT ASSETS (234) (234) NET ASSETS (234) (234) CHARITY FUNDS Restricted Funds Unrestrict¢d Funds 10 11 {234) (234) (234) (234) TOTAL FUNDS The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard 102 (effective January 2015) These financial statements We approved by the Management Committee On.L2Q11 Esther Bamidele cfrustee Member):
FAMILY COMFORT NI The notes on pages 9 to 15 fomi part of thKe flnandal statsmon
FAMILY COMFORT NI NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 ACCOUNTING POLICIES: Basis of accounting The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Stsndard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014. the Charities Act 201 l and UK Generally Accepted Practic¢ as it applies from l January 2015. Income All income is recognised once the Centre has entitlement to the incom¢, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably. Expendlture Expenditur¢ is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make payment to a third paty, it is probable that settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis Restrlcted funds Restricted income received are accounted for separdtely as restricted fimds and are used for the purposes specified by the donor I GRANTS: Unrestrlcted Restrlcted Total Funds Total Funds Funds Fund8 2022 2021 Grants 2a. GRANTS: Unrestrlcted Restrlcted Totsl Funds Total Funds Funds Funds 2022 2021 Belfast City Council Belfast Region Main Grants NI Community Relations Grant Aid - Other 3JOO 12.601 7.380 800 3,300 12,601 7,380 800 24,080 24,080 10-
FAMILY COMFORT NI NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 3. INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES: Unrestrlcted Restricted Totsl Funds Total Funds Funds Funds 2022 2021 Grdnts Playscheme Fees Miscellaneous 3a. CHARITABLE ACTivrriES IGRANTS: Unre8trlcted Restrlcted Total Funds Total Funds Funds Funds 2022 2021 London Community Foundation LB Camd¢n Cor¢ 4. OTHER TRADING INCOME: Unrestrfcted Restrlcted Totsl Funds Totsl Funds Funds Funds 2022 2021 Hall and Centre Hire S. INVESTMENT INCOME: Unrestrlcted Restrleted Total Funds Total Funds Funds Funds 2022 2021 Bank Interest Received -11-
FAMILY COMFORT NI NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL sTATEMErs YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 6. COSTS OF CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES: Total Funds 2022 Total Funds 2021 Staff Costs Support Costs Direct Project Expenditure Governance 1,961 21,619 500 234 24,080 234 6a. STAFF COSTS: Total Funds 2022 Total Funds 2021 Staff Salaries Employers NI 1,961 1,961 6b. SUPPORT COSTS: Total Funds 2022 Totsl Funds 2021 Activity Cost Advertisement Other Office Supplies Computer Expenses & Website Foodbank Purchases Utilities Insurance Travel & Subsistence Equipment Rent Rent and rates Repairs and Maintenance Bank Charges 19,061 617 437 I,soo 21,619 -12-
FAMILY COMFORT NI NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 6c. DIRECT PROJECT EXPENDrruRE: Total Funds 2022 Total Funds 2021 Trips & Activities Publicity Tutors Equipment and Materials 6d. GOVERNANCE: Totsl Funds 2022 Total Funds 2021 Independent Examination Payroll Services Membership/Subscription 500 234 500 234 7.CASH AT BANK AND IN HAND: 2022 2021 Total Cash 7,$86 8. DEBTORS: 2022 2021 Accrued Income Other Debtors -13-
FAMILY COMFORT NI NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 9. CREDITORS: Amounts falllng due wlthln one year 2022 2021 Deferred Income Accruals 7,086 734 234 10. RESTRICTED INCOME FUNDS: Balance at Incomlng Outgolng Transfers Balance at 1 Jan 2022 resources Resources Inl(Out) 31 Dec 2022 Dispossessed Fund Festival 24,080 (24,080) 11. UNRESTRICTED INCOME FUNDS: Balance at Incomlng Outgolng Transfers Balance at 1 Jan 2022 resources resources Inl(Out) 31 Dec2022 General (234) (234) (234) (234) .14-
FAMILY COMFORT NI DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 2022 2021 EXPENDITURE COST OF RAISING FUNDS Fundraising and Publicity CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES Staff Costs Staff Salaries Employers Nl Stsff Cost 1,961 Support Costs Activity Cost Printing, Postag¢, Stationery Other Office Supplies Computer Expenses & Website Advertisement Utilities Insurance 19,061 617 Foodbank Purchases Equipment Rent Rents and Rates Repairs and Maintenance Miscellaneous 437 1,500 Direct Project Costs Trips & Activities Publicity Tutors Equipment and Materials Governance Costs Independent Examination Payroll S¢rvi¢¢s Membershiplsubscription Bank Charges 500 24,080 TOTAL EXPENDrruRE 24,080 NET INCOME I (EXPENDITURE) FOR THE YEAR -15-