THE META O'DONNELL CHARITABLE TRUST FUND
(CHARITY NO.108978)
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
BradleyAccountlng and Taxation
4 Knockbracken Manor
Belfast
BT86WQ

THE META O'DONNELL CHARITABLE TRUST FUND
CHARITY INFORMATION
CHARITY NUMBER:
108978
ACCOUNTANTS:
Bradley Accounting & Taxation
Chartered Certified Accountants
4 Knockbracken Manor
Belfast BT8 6WQ
BUSINESS ADDRESS..
St Josephs College
518 Ravenhill Road
Belfast.BT6 OBY
BANKERS..
Danske Bank
Business Branch
PO Box 183
Donegall Square West
Belfast BTI 6JS

THE META O'DONNELL CHARITABLETRUST FUND
CONTENTS
TRUSTEES REPORT REPORT
Page I
INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT
Page 2
STATEMENT OF FINANCIALACTIVITIES
Page 3
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
Page 4
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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THE META O'DONNELL CHARITABLE TRUST FUND
TRUSTEES REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
The Trustees present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY
The principal activity of the Charity is providing support and financial assistance to students of
Stjosephs College, 518 Ravenhill Road,Belfast,BT6 OBY
TRUSTEE BOARD
The Trustees who served duringthe year are as stated below:
Mrs Michele Nolan
Mrjimwoods
Mr Gerard Wilson
M iss Christine L'estrange
Mrs Pauline Leeson
The report was approved by the Trustees on 5th December 2024
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Trustee's Re
ort for the Year Ended 31st March 2024
The Trustees present their report and the independently examined financial
statements for the year ended 31 st March 2024.
Governance
The Meta O'Donnell Trust Fund is a charity governed by its Trust Deed. The Trust
Fund was set up in November 2019 and registered as a charity with the Charities
Commission of Northern Ireland under Registration Number 108978.
The Trustees who Ser￿ed during the year were as follows:
Mrs P Leeson
Miss C L'Estrange
Mrs M Nolan
Mr G Wilson
Mr J Woods
The management of the Trust Fund is the responsibility of the Board of Trustees.
None of the Trustees have any beneficial interest in the charity. The Trust Fund met
twice during financial year 2023124 to discuss the needs of the pupils in St Joseph's
College and to prioritise those needs and plan the appropriate use of the charitable
funds. Decisions were made by a resolution of a meeting of Trustees passed by a
majority of those present.
The Trustees are responsible for maintaining accounting records and are satisfied
that the financial systems in place generate high quality information for the Trustees.
Objectives and Public Benefit
The purpose of the Trust Fund is for the education, recreation and extra-curricular
activities of pupils and students attending St Joseph's College and the advancement
of citizenship or community development.
In fulfilling the public benefit requirement, the Trustees have had regard to the
Charity Commission Nl statutory public benefit guidance. The direct benefits which
flow from The Trust Fund include the improved outcomes for pupils in St Joseph's
College and the increased opportunities to access a better educational journey.
During 2023124 the Trust Fund supported pupils through school based awarded
hiirqary Rr.hpmps fnr MLlSlf. Thpsp sr.hpmps allnwpd pi Ipilo tn hpnpfit frnm prar.tie.Al
and theory music tuition. An extract from a review by the Music Department:
"The bursary scheme has greatly benefitted our student's progression in Music. For
some, financing lessons would not be possible without a bursary sponsorship and
reaching the level required for GCSE practical wouldn't be possible without individual
instrumental or vocal tuition. For others this is a great incentive to contribute to the

musical and life of the College through participation in various school events in
house and in the community."
The Trustees will continue to promote the objectives of the Trust Fund in the years
ahead and plan to continue with the Music Bursaries and rolling out bursaries in
other areas: PE,. Art., Drama as well as Post 16 opportunities.
Financial Performance
The Trustees are satisfied with the financial position at the end of the financial year.
Declaration
This report was approved by the Trustees and signed on its behalf by:
Mrs M Nolan
Trustee
Dated:

THE META O'DONNELL CHARITABLE TRUST FUND
Independent Examiner's Report of the Trustees of The Meta O'oonnell Charitable Trust Fund
We report on the accounts for the ye8r ended 31 March 2024, which are sel out on pages 3 and 4.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's committee consider th21 an audit is not required for this year (under section 65121 of the
Charities Act 1993 Ilhe Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is our responsibility to..
Examine the accounts (under section 65 of the Act).
To follow the procedures laid do￿ in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission
(under section 6519){bl of the Acll
To slate whether particul8r matters have come lo our attention.
Basis of independent examlner's report
Our examination was carried oijt in accordance wlh general directions given by the Charity Commission.
(under section 6519llbl of the Act)
An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the
accounts PFesented with those records
It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking
explanations from you as committee members concerning any such matters
The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and. no
opinion is given as lo whether the accounts piesent a 'lrue and fair, view
The report is limited to those mallers sel out in the statement below.
Independent examiner's statement
In the course of our examination no matter has come to our attention..
that gives us reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements..
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 65 01 the Act,. and
lo prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting
requirements
of the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008., have not been met., or
lo which. in my opinion, attention shoul(J be drawn in order lo enable a proper understanding
ul Il Iv dLLuuntS 10 De reacnèd.
Bradley Acc
nting & Taxation
Chartered Certified Accountants
Dd￿.5t11 D¥Lembor 2024
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THE META O'DONNELL CHARITABLE TRUST FUND
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Unrestricted
Restricted
Funds
Fund$ Total Funds
2024
2024
2024
Total Funds 2023
Income
Bank interest
1.353
1,353
1.054
1,054
463,747
Donations and Legacies
1,353
1,054
2,407
463,747
enditure
Music Bursaries
1,054
1,054
Administrative Expenses
Accountancy
Legal Fees Refunded
Bank Charges
500
500
49
49
60
60
55
Total Ovei'head5
511
511
55
Transfer to Deferred Income
Surplusl(Deficit) for Year
842
842
463,692
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THE META O'DONNELL CHARITABLE TRUST FUND
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 AUGUST 2024
2024
2023
Current Assets
Danske Bank Current Accounl
63,981
400,000
463,692
Danske Bank Treasury Fixed Term Deposit
Current Liabilities
Accruals
500
Net Assets
463,481
463.692
Sources of Ca
Accumulated Fund
Opening Balance- Unrestricted Funds
Restricted Funds
463,692
Bursaries Transferred from
Restricted Income
1,053
SurpluslDeficitl for Year
463.692
463,481
463,692
These Financial Statements were approved by the Trustees of The Meta O'Donnell Charitable Trust Fund
and authorisedfor issue on 5th December 2024.
CHAIRPERSON:
TREASURER:
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THE META O'DONNELL CHARITABLE TRUST FUND
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Note I
Accounting Policies
Accountlng Conventlon
The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention and comply with financial reporting
standards of the Accounting Standards Board.
Turnover
Income ofThe Charity represents monies received from Sales Proceeds generated from a propety
bequeathed from the Estate of the Late Teresa Margaret Mary O'Donnell
Incomlng Resources
From the Sales Proceeds of the bequeathment, monies are distributed to Students primarilyfor Music Bursaries..
Bank interest received is accounted for on accruals basis.
Resources Expended
All expenditure has been classif led Lrnder headings that aggregate all costs related to the category.
Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have all been allocated to activities on a
basis consistent with the use of resources.
Restricted Funds
These are the Balance of Funds remaining after distribution of the Music Bursaries
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