Charity Number: 107736
Ozanam Menshed
Annual Report and Unaudited Financial Ststements
for the financial year ended 31 March 2023
Daly Park & Company Ltd
Chartered Accountants
4 Carnegie Street
Lurgan
Cralgavon
County Armagh
BT66 6AS
Northern Ireland

Ozanam Menshed
CONTENTS
Page
Trustees. and Other Information
Trustees, Report
Independent Examiner's Report
Financial Statements
Notes to the Financial Statements
9-10

Ozanam Menshed
TRUSTEES. AND OTHER INFORMATION
Trustses
Frank Kennedy
Patrick McAnallen
Gery Kelly
Martin Foy
Helen Thompson
Margaret Mellan
Charity Number in Northern Ireland
107736
Principal Address
14-16 William Street
Lurgan
Craigavon
Co. Armagh
BT66 6JA
Northern Ireland
Independent Examiner
Daly Park & Company Ltd
Chartered Accountants
4 Carnegie Street
Lurgan
Craigavon
County Armagh
BT66 6AS
Northem Ireland

Ozanam Menshed
TRUSTEES. REPORT
for the financial year ended 31 March 2023
The truslees present their Trustees, Report and the unaudited financial statements for the financial year ended 31
March 2023.
The financial statements are prepared in accordance with FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in
the UK and Republic of Ireland" and Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practi
applicable to charities preparing their financial statements in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102).
The Trustees, Report contains the information required to be provided in the Trustees, Annual Report under the
Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) guidelines.
In this report the Irustees of Ozanam Menshed present a summary of its purpose, governan￿, activities,
achievements and finan￿$ forthe financial financial year 31 March 2023.
The charity is a registered charity and hence the report and results are presented in a form which complies with the
requirements of the Charities Act {Nl} 2013 and. although not obliged to comply with the Statement of
Recommended Practice applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland FRS 102, the organisation has implemented its
recommendations where relevant in these financial statements.
Misslon, Objectives and Strategy
Objectives
THE PURPOSES OF THE CHARITY ARE= Advance the health and well-being of men of all backgrounds living in
the Lurgan Co.Armagh area and its environs("the area of benefit") by providing education on mental and physical
health and wellbeing and promoting a proactive approach to health- and Advance citizenship and community
development in the Lurgan
Co. Armagh area by,. a) encouraging and facilitating involvement in voluntary and
community activity bl Providing affordable. accessible, welcoming support and opportunities to interact with the local
community thereby reducing social exclusion and preventing loneliness c) Working to overcome ba￿lerS to social
development in an area of social and economic deprivation d) creating developing and maintaining a social and
workshop space and providing other facilities and amenities e) Offering opportunities for men lo meet and undertake
creative. physical. purposeful and recreational activities of their choice fj Developing the capacity of men to share
their skills and knowledge with others g) Providing opportunities for men to take part in recreational activities,
socialise. build self confidence and engage in creative activity and team work.
Overview of the charity
The Ozanam Menshed is a small charity, established in 2015, which shares its operating space with the St. Vincent
De Paul charity in Lurgan, Co. Armagh. It provides an important social and mental wellbeing safe place for people
in the local community.
strategy
Charity purpose and outcomeslobjeclives
Advance the health & wellbeing of all men of all backgrounds.
Advance citizenship & community development
Provide opportunities to lake part in development of and shartng of skills and learning for the men.
Build self-confiden￿, engage in creative activity and teamwork.
The Men's Shed offers an opportunity for men to come together informally and chose a practical activity at a safe,
friendly and inclusive venue. Specific ambitions and deliverables set for this year and which funding has been bid
for include=
Community Projects
Gardening
Woodwork and DIY Skills
Program events wilh guest speakers
Art & Dance classes
Structure, Governance and Management
Structure
The charity is run by a group of volunteers nrustees.
The Trustees meet on a quarterly basis to manage the operational and future planning of the Men's Shed. to rnonitor
spending, to oversee impact and compliance with its constitution and to discuss and manage any risks and
opportunities Ihat face the charity in pursuil of its purpose.

Ozanam Menshed
TRUSTEES. REPORT
for the financial year ended 31 March 2023
Review of Activities, Achievements and Performance
Performance across the past year
The Menshed has continued to engage with local schools and has beneficial relationships with local groups e.g
Clann Eireann, Clan na Gael as well as ne￿OrkIng with other Mensheds.
Key Achievements
1. Provided information sessions to the local community eg. Welfare Benefits and also "Walks & Talks sessions.
2. Compleled craft project with students from local PS schools.
3. Set up a gardening scheme within the Menshed using the Ozanam Centre
4. Delivered 1 x 6-week evening course with members of Armagh Youth React
5. Engaged on 2x 6-week DIY course with Ladies & Men's React Armagh
6. Menshed members delivered onsite workshops at Clann Eireann Youth club with local secondary school students
& youth members.
7. Members updated "Safeguarding & Fire Safety courses.
8. The Menshed provided Art and Dance Classes
9. Participated in local events with AEON & AE Russell i.e"Big Head" evenl in the town and Ozanam Garden
10. Engaged with Ceara SEN School in helping pupils make crafts for their sale.
11. Continued to close the intergenerational gap by interacting with young people and those of older age groups.
Going Fotward
The Menshed will continue to work with local schools & ABC PCSP intergenerational
Will continue to engage with Age Friendly & Loneliness Network from the ABC council
11 continue to involve all sections of the community by providing information and wellbeing sessions
Further develop the gardening aspect of the Menshed. Vvhich can be opened up to school children and others and
can build on the skills of members themselves
Impact on overall outcomes
The ambition of the Menshed is to provide an opportunity to come together informally and choose a practical activity
at a safe. friendly, and inclusive venue. The outcomes we pursue in this ambition are to tackle social isolation and
support physical and mental wellbeing. The range of oulput delivered this year have gone a long way to delivering
this for members and the feedback has been positive. The increase in uptake (now including women) shows that
these programmes work. We continually monitor these programmes and adjust as necessary.
The Menshed could not function without the help and support of the local community. the range of funding bodies
and donors which have input to the plans this year including Lurgan Credit Union. ABC Council and PHAIClear
funding.
PUBLIC BENEFIT STATEMENT
The direct benefits flowing from the organisalion'5 purposes are.. Advancement in health and wellbeing of men in the
Lurgan area.. The Shed operates wilhin an area of deprivation and many of its members are retired, single,
unemployed and suffering from various foims of disability. The Shed promotes an enhanced quality of life., improves
health outcomes. increases awareness of health and the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It provides
information on mental health and wellbeing. health issues in general. engages with various ststuary bodies and
participates in relevant courses and activities for the benefit of their members Improved mental and physical health,
fitness and wellbeing and greater knowledge of the health support seNices that are available, increased mood
following social interaction otherwise the men are at home and not engaging- leads to a reduction in social isolation
and promotes social inclusion It also leads to increased improvement in the health & wellbeing for members, family,
carers and friends. It is our hope that members will take a proactive approach to their health Advance citizenship and
community development.. The Shed provides a focus for soGial engagement, promotes a range of activities including.
for example gardening. arts & crafts, and encourages lifelong reaming in a relaxed atmosphere: helping to reduce
isolation and depression. facilitate involvement in creative activities, increase self-awareness, confidence. motivation
and lead to an enhanced sense of purpose and fulfilment The Shed provides a safe pla￿ where community
members can meet lo socialise, work on their own or community projects by providing opportunities to acquire.
develop and share skills with others.. The wider community benefits because the members will be working to improve
the environmenl and developing their own sense of citizenship. These benefits will be demonstrated primarily
Ihrough regular discussion with and feedback from the membership. The Shed retains ongoing contacts with local
ommunity organisations and individuals through its intergenerational work
who also provide feedback and
suggestions for possible improvement or future projects. The benefits can be identified through feedback from the
participants, intemal and extemal evaluations of the work and impact questionnaires. the numbers of participants
engaging in activities and learning new craft. taking part in health related programmes, and research findings thal
confirm the benefits of participating in Sheds aclivilies They can also be measured and demonstrated by the ongoing
monitoring and feedback from individual members. No harm has been identified arising from the purpose of the
charity. Participants are Irained in the use of tools, personal protection equipment is made available. risk
assessments are regularly conducted, an accident reporting system and first aid kit is in place and a trained first
alder is always on site. The beneficiaries are members from the Shed, their families, carers and friends. Some of the

Ozanam Menshed
TRUSTEES. REPORT
for the financi81 year ended 31 March 2023
members have experienced 8 range of physical or emotion81 health & wellbeing issues, those who feel lonely or
isolated, live alone or have experienced a major trauma. There are additional benefrts for families, carers and friends
including reduced levels of stress 8nd anxiety leading lo enhanced health and wellbeing and an improved quality of
life. There is no private benefit arising from any of the purposes. Private benefit lo Iruslees may arise from our
programme of activities as trustees will be eligible lo avail of the group's aclivilies. Through volunteering as Iruslees
Individuals may gain skills and experience which are transferable lo other settings. These beneffts are incidental and
necessary lo ensure the benefit is provided lo our beneficiaries.
Flnancial Review
The results for the financial financial year are set out on page and additional notes are provided showing income and
expenditure in greater detail.
Results and Dividends
Al the end of the financial year the charity has assets of £8.659 (2022- £2.325) and liabilities of £0.00 (2022- £0.00).
The nel assets of the chanly have increased by £6.334.
Compllance with Sector-wide Legislation and Stsndards
The charity engages prykactively with legislation. standards and ￿leS whith are developed for the sector. Ozanam
Menshed subscribes lo and is compliant w51h the following..
The Charities SORP {FRS 1021
Approved by the Board of Trustees on
xslg Iz3
and signed on Its behalf by:
Martin Foy
TTU5tee
Patrick McAnallen
Trustse

Ozanam Menshed
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF OZANAM MENSHED
We have examined the financial statements of the charity for the financial year ended 31 March 2023. which
comprise the Financial Statements and the related notes.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the
requirements of the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not
required for this financial year under the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008 and that an independent examination
is required.
It is our responsibility to:
examine the financial statements under section 65 of the Charities Act.,
follow the procedures laid down by the general Directions given by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland
under section 65{9){b) of the Charities Act; and
state whether particular matters have come to our attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
We have examined your charity financial statements as required under section 65 of the Charities Act and our
examination was carried out in accordance with Ihe general Directions given by the Charity Commission for
Northern Ireland under section 65(9)(b) of the Charities Act. An examinalion includes a review of the accounting
records kept by the charity and a comparison of the financial statements presented with those records. It also
includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the financial statements and seeking explanations
from Ihe trustees concerning any such matters. The pro￿dureS undertaken do not provide all the evidence Ihat
would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and
fairf view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
In connection with our examination, no matter has come to our attention which gives us cause lo believe that in, any
material respect..
accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 63 of the Charities Act
the financial slatemenls do not accord with those accounting records
the financial statements have not been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice
applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in
the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS102)
there is further inft)rmation needed for a proper underslanding of the accounts to be reached.
Independent examiner's statement
We have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention
should be drawn
n this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reaGhed.
PARK & COMPANY LTD
ered Accountants
4 Carnegie Street
Lurgan
Craigavon
County Armagh
BT66 6AS
Northern Ireland
Date".
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Ozanam Menshed
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
for the financial year ended 31 March 2023
Unrestricted Restricted
Fund8
Funds
2023
2023
Total
Total
2023
2022
Notes
Receipts and Payments Account
Receipts
Donations and legacies
Donations and legacies
2,492
5.405
7,897
1,630
Other tradlng activitles
Other trading activities
3,040
3.040
3,090
Totsl reGeipts
5,532
5.405
10.937
4.720
Payments
Charltable activities:
Expenditure on charitable activites
3,123
1.480
4,603
3,900
Total payments
3.123
1.480
4.603
3.900
Net receiptsllpaymentsl for the financial ygar
Balances brought forward al 1 April 2022
2,409
2.325
3.925
6,334
2,325
820
1,505
Balances carried fonvard at 31 March 2023
4,734
3,925
8.659
2,325
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Cash funds
Bank and cash
8,659
8.659
2.325
Approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for Issue on
behalf by
qlz
and signed on its
Martin Foy
Trustee
Patrick McAnallpn
Trusteg

Ozanam Menshed
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
for the financial year ended 31 March 2023
GENERAL INFORMATION
Ozanam Menshed is a charity incorporated in Northern Ireland. The registered Offi￿ of the chartty is 14-16
William Street, Lurgan. Craigavon, Co. Armagh, BT66 6JA, Northern Ireland which is also the principal place
of business of the charity. The financial slatements have been presented in Pound Sterling (£) which is also
the functional currency of Ihe charity.
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The following accounting policies have been applied consistently in dealing with items which are considered
material in relation lo the charity's financial statements.
Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis under the historical cost
convention, modified to include certain items at fair value. The financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) "Accounting and Reporting by Chartties
preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republic of [￿land FRS 102"
As permitted by the Companies Act 2006. the charity has varied the stsndard formats in that act for the
Statement of Financial Activilies and the Balance Sheet. Departures from the slandard formals are to comply
with the requirements of the Charities SORP and are in compliance with section 4.7, 10.6 and 15.2 of that
SORP.
statement of compliance
The financial statements of the charity for the financial year ended 31 December 2017 have been prepared
on the going concern basis and in accordance with the Statemenl of Recommended Practice (SORPI
"Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounls in accordance with the Financial Reporting
Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland FRS 102"
Fund accounting
The following are the categorises of funds maintained:
Restricted funds
Restricted funds represent income re￿iVed which can only be used for particular purposes, as specified by
the donors. Such purposes are within the overall objectives of the charity.
Unrestricted funds
Unrestricted funds consist of General and Designated funds.
General funds represent amounts which are expendable at the discretion of the board. in furtheran￿ of the
objectives of the charity.
Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that the board has, at its discretion, set aside for particular
purposes. These designations have an administrative purpose only, and do not legally restrict the board's
discretion to apply the fund.
Incomlng Resources
The accounts are prepared on receipts and payments basis.
Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and in hand comprises cash on deposit at banks requiring less than three months noti￿ of
withdrawal.
Taxatlon
PROVISIONS AVAILABLE FOR AUDITS OF SMALL ENTITIES
In common with many olher Gharilable companies of our size and nature, we use our accountants to assist
with the preparation of the financial statements.

Ozanam Menshed
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
continued
for the financial year ended 31 March 2023
ANALYSIS OF PAYMENTS AND RELATED INCOME FOR CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
Expenditure
Total
on charitsble
activites
2023
Total
2023
2022
Charitable activities:
Direct and other payments
Costs
(4,603)
{4,603)
(3,900)
SUPPORT PAYMENTS
RESERVES
2023
2022
At 1 April 2022
Surplus for the financial year
2,325
6,334
1,505
820
At 31 March 2023
8,659
2.325
POST-BALANCE SHEET EVENTS
There have been no significant events affeding the Charity since the financial year-end.
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