FAMILY COMFORT NI
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
31 DECEMBER 2022
Charity Number NIC107536

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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)

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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.

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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.

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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):

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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 t￿￿teeS you are res
nsible for the
re
aration of the accountants in
It is my responsibility to:
examine the accounts under s￿tIon 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

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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.

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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):

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The notes on pages 9 to 15 fomi part of thKe flnandal statsmon

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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-

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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-

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL sTATEME￿rs
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-

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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-

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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)
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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-