STRIDE FOR TRUTH CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
14775353 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 30 April 2024

Period of accounts

Start date: 3 April 2023

End date: 30 April 2024

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Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 April 2024

Directors report
Profit and loss
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Community Interest Report

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Directors' report period ended 30 April 2024

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 30 April 2024

Additional information

The CIC has attached a strategic report below, alongside the community interest report. All of our activities continue to benefit the community: our sole purpose as an organisation, is to support and develop a spirit of unity, within not just our community, but communities all around the world. Our long-term strategic aim continues to be the purchase of a community centre to base our work from, however we persist with minor operational and strategic improvements at this time, in order to maximise the success of our activities in the community. Our firm intentions remains the acquisition of a community centre, in order to create a place that would be for all: in which fun, fitness, education, community events would all be possible. We believe this would be greatly beneficial for so many.



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
3 April 2023 to 30 April 2024

Ann Rogers
Suzy Bush
Jacqui Mitchell


Secretary Margaret A. Patrick

The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
23 August 2024

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Ann Rogers
Status: Director

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Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 30 April 2024

13 months to 30 April 2024


£
Turnover: 12,532
Cost of sales: ( 3,439 )
Gross profit(or loss): 9,093
Distribution costs: 0
Administrative expenses: ( 2,899 )
Other operating income: 0
Operating profit(or loss): 6,194
Interest receivable and similar income: 180
Profit(or loss) before tax: 6,374
Tax: ( 1,211 )
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 5,163

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Balance sheet

As at 30 April 2024

Notes 13 months to 30 April 2024


£
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: 19,963
Total current assets: 19,963
Net current assets (liabilities): 19,963
Total assets less current liabilities: 19,963
Total net assets (liabilities): 19,963
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 19,963
Total members' funds: 19,963

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 30 April 2024 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 23 August 2024
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Ann Rogers
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 April 2024

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Financial Reporting Standard 101

    Turnover policy

    Turnover includes all assets we gained from our activities in the community - including donations towards the continuation of such activities.

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 April 2024

  • 2. Employees

    13 months to 30 April 2024
    Average number of employees during the period 0

    The CIC has used contractors for the benefit of certain services, but has never employed anyone for anything at any time.

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

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Company Number: 14775353 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 30 April 2024

Company activities and impact

Stride for Truth CIC Directors 2023-24 Ann Rogers Suzy Bush Jacqui Mitchell COMMUNITY INTEREST REPORT ‘Uniting communities together across our world’ Our Mission Our aim is to encourage communication and integration within a community; to develop relationships within and across the age groups; to encourage acceptance and tolerance of each other irrespective of age, ethnic origin, gender or sexual orientation. All of our activities are open to everyone in the community with the aim of bringing people of all ages and backgrounds together. In bringing the community together in this way we aim to give people back a sense of belonging, and a sense of unity rather than isolation and division. The principle that underpins our motivation to provide this service to the community is that every person, young or old, rich or poor, irrespective of gender or ethnicity deserves to be respected and valued and to feel loved and cared for by their fellow human beings. Last year – our activities in the community Over the last year, we have held four community parties, which take place at key times of the year (such as Christmas, Easter and Halloween) and as such provide the opportunity for whole communities to come together in the spirit of happiness, enjoyment and support. These parties are mainly aimed at children, and consist of stalls, food and fun activities run by our volunteers. It also provides the chance for children from all backgrounds to come together, celebrate and have fun at times of the year when it can be difficult for some. In contrast to this, we have hosted 24 speaking and listening events over the last 12 months, which provide an opportunity to ask questions, listen to a speaker and discuss a wide range of issues. These are open to the whole community and cover a wide range of themes; many find this both thought-provoking and interesting. As such events take place in a number of different areas throughout the year, it invites all to be involved, and to get talking and sharing thoughts. We also believe strongly in the importance of good health and fitness, and so over the last year, it has been an absolute delight to host our ‘FunFit’ sessions twice-a-week. These embed both fun activities and games, aimed at all ages and physical abilities, within vital fitness practices, aiming to promote both healthy living and positive mental well-being. In addition to this, we have organised a number of community walks: locally and further afield. The intention of these is to provide an opportunity for people to come together whilst also enjoying the benefits of nature and the countryside. These have been well supported, and many enjoy the opportunity to walk, talk and exercise. Finally, we have provided multiple quiz and games nights, at which all from the community can socialise, play games and test their general knowledge. Many enjoy the chance to just relax and have fun. We take pride in our events being open to all: irrespective of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation – everyone is welcomed. Next year – our vision for the community: After the success of them previously, we are now looking to expand our community walks to new locations and cultures, in order to spread the spirit of togetherness, unity and positive mental well-being. This Christmas, we aim to organise our community party in a different way: we plan to invite, to our event, many different groups of people who use the centre; with the intention of integrating different cultures and organisations – but most of all bringing people together in a spirit of cohesion, cooperation and unity. Further to our physical events, we are looking to enhance our digital presence, so that anyone, anywhere, can engage and involve themselves in our community globally. Looking next year and further, we are hoping to expand our speaking and listening events to bigger venues and bigger audiences. We have a specific plan to host an evening with a special celebrity guest further afield. This builds on the success we have already had with our such events and should be a great opportunity for all to both question and listen. STRATEGIC REPORT 23-24 In the last year, the Directors have judged that we have made the following improvements: Number 1: Organisational streamlining Over the last year, we have strongly developed the way in which we run our events, focussing on the organisation of our volunteers, officials and preparation. Number 2: Expanding our advertising We have grown our advertising endeavours in many ways: expanding to social media, newspapers, and by making use of targeted marketing. Number 3: Launching our vision for our own community centre It is our aim, to raise money so that we can, one day, own our own community centre, in which we could expand our activities greatly: and use it as a place for everyone. It is the board’s aim to make the following strategic and/or operational improvements in the next financial year: Number 1: Use of data to inform marketing strategies To use a wide-range of data available from our research to inform future advertising methods, locations and strategies. Number 2: Administration expansion To further develop written policies to underpin and inform our practices. Number 3: Expansion and review of website To re-model and simplify our website, in order for both easier accessibility and so it is up to date on our current activities. The board has agreed that these targets will be reviewed and the success evaluated at the next meeting. Overall Evaluation: Has CIC met expectations for this last year? The directors believe that it has been a positive year for the CIC: we have grown and expanded in many ways. Our activities continue to benefit and enrich the community, whilst also being expanded and run more frequently.

Consultation with stakeholders

No consultation with stakeholders

Directors' remuneration

The total amount remunerated to directors in the last financial year was £1300. This was approved by the board.

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
23 August 2024

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Ann Rogers
Status: Director