Charity registration number 1044344
Company registration number 02855091 (England and Wales)
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Trustees
O Richardson
RF McBrearty
S Mapanda
(Appointed 2 January 2024)
T Sikka
(Appointed 8 February 2024)
TM Gunn
(Appointed 8 February 2024)
M Patel
(Appointed 1 May 2025)
Charity number
1044344
Company number
02855091
Registered office
17 Brighton Grove
Fenham
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE4 5NS
Auditor
Allen Sykes Audit Limited
5 Henson Close
South Church Enterprise Park
Bishop Auckland
Co Durham
DL14 6WA
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
CONTENTS
Page
Chairman's statement
1
Trustees' report
2 - 12
Independent auditor's report
13 - 16
Statement of financial activities
17
Statement of financial position
18
Statement of cash flows
19
Notes to the financial statements
20 - 33
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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The Angelou Centre was established to provide support to women and girls who experience domestic violence and abuse just over 30 years ago. Today, we continue to offer those services. As I reflect on the past year, I’m filled with optimism. We are seeing tangible differences in the lives of those who use our services. We have had a challenging year with a number of staffing changes, despite this, we have kept our services going. This is due to the dedication and commitment of our staff who continue to support our service users. Thank you.

 

As a “by and for” organisation, we are governed and led by members of the communities we serve. In doing this, we are ensuring that services are culturally competent but deeply rooted in our lived experiences. This model promotes trust, safety and a more effective response to the specific barriers and challenges faced by our users. We would like to thank the women and girls who use our services for the trust you have placed in us.

 

We continue to feel the impact of the pandemic but we remain optimistic that we can continue to face the challenges that are evident within the charity sector. We have continued to implement changes that will make us a stronger, more sustainable organisation.

 

I have been heartened to see the continued passion and commitment of our supporters and sponsors. Your dedication and support ensure we can continue to represent those who use our services. The Board would like to thank those who have supported, engaged or challenged us for your input. Together, we will continue to deliver for our services users and I am excited for the year ahead.

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Odeth Richardson
Chair
Date: .........................
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S STATEMENT

 

I joined the Angelou Centre in April 2024 and took function in June, two months before the end of our financial year. I stepped into an organisation already deeply rooted in a legacy of resilience, resistance, and transformation. I was immediately struck by the strength of the women we serve and the dedication of the team working tirelessly to meet their needs.

 

Over the past year, I have had the privilege of witnessing the Angelou Centre’s unique, holistic approach to supporting Black and minoritised women and children, those so often excluded from mainstream services. From trauma-informed advocacy and refuge provision to immigration support and empowerment programmes, the breadth of our work is both humbling and vital. Our wraparound model is not just about safety and survival - it is about voice, agency, and long-term justice.

 

This year, we have navigated ongoing financial and systemic challenges, compounded by a cost-of-living crisis and continued threats to services for those with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF). Yet, we have continued to grow and respond with innovation and care, thanks to the incredible determination of our staff, volunteers, and partners.

 

Our work remains grounded in intersectional Black feminist values, centring the lived experiences of women whose voices are often silenced. As we reflect on the past year, I am proud of what we have achieved together, and committed to the work still to come -

ensuring that every woman and child who walks through our doors is met with the dignity,

support, and solidarity they deserve.

 

Thank you for standing with us.

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Faty Kane
Executive Director
Date: .........................
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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The trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 August 2024.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charity's [governing document], the Companies Act 2006 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: 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 (FRS 102)" (effective 1 January 2019).

Objectives and activities

We are a safe, confidential place run by and for women from Black and racially minoritised communities in the North East of England.

We help women, children and young people recover after experiencing violence, abuse or unfair treatment.

We listen, we understand, and we never judge.

Our support is holistic. Alongside refuge housing we provide counselling, therapy, skills courses, group trips, residentials and confidence building programmes.

Our professional experts help women understand their rights and gain independence. And we advocate on their behalf to make sure those rights are upheld.

Because we take the time to support women through all the different needs and challenges they might face, we give them the chance to truly rebuild their lives.

Help us shape a society where women and children from diverse communities achieve their full potential - free from inequality, discrimination, violence and abuse.

The Angelou Centre was founded in 1993, as a group of Black and minoritised women in Newcastle recognised that there was a huge potential for us to create our own services, address barriers and support other women in similar situations.

 

We define ourselves as a Black-led feminist organisation, managed and led by and for Black and minoritised women and girls (including staff, management and trustees). As a Black-led feminist organisation we are strongly committed to addressing political, economic and social inequalities and discrimination in order to effect structural and institutional change. Our work retains a critical eye on the intersecting oppression that Black and minoritised women and girls face at personal, community and institutional levels. The safety, representation and voices of Black and minoritised women and girls are central to the work we do.

 

We provide our holistic support through a range of 5 intersecting service areas:

  1. Havens - safe accommodation

  2. Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) advocacy support

  3. Multi-lingual counselling

  4. Ma Simba - support for children, young people and their non-perpetrating mothers

  5. Training, wellbeing and inclusion.

 

We use the term ‘Black’ and ‘Black and racially minoritised’ (rather than BME, BAME, and BAMER) as a way to historically connect the resistance and struggle of women of colour that has been critical to the development of the Black feminist movement, and to create solidarity amongst Black women and girls whilst recognising diversity within Black and racially minoritised communities.

Public benefit

The trustees have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission in deciding what activities the charity should undertake.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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Achievements and performance

Havens - a safe place to rebuild lives

For many, the Angelou Centre’s safe accommodation services are the only option for escaping dangerous and life-threatening situations.

 

We have 7 properties that can shelter up to 30 women and 12 children. These havens are arranged by 3 categories of support:

 

1. Emergency accommodation

 

Immediate, safe housing for individuals and families fleeing domestic violence or other crises. Our fully secured and confidential locations offer a supportive environment where residents can begin their journey toward recovery. Haven staff work with women and children to provide tailored practical support, including help filling out forms, liaising with other professionals like GPs, solicitors and local authority staff, and providing funds for toiletries, food and other essential items.

 

2. Accommodation for those with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF)

 

The Angelou Centre is one of very few organisations in the UK providing refuge accommodation to those with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF). NRPF is an immigration rule, that stops some people from accessing most public funds from the UK government, including tax credits, benefits or housing support.

 

Our haven staff support women to apply for Home Office concessions and access immigration advice and representation for longer-term complex cases. Without our NRPF dedicated bedspaces, many survivors would be left without options, forced to remain in abusive environments or face homelessness and further victimisation.

 

3. Move-on accommodation

 

Move-on houses are about promoting independent living. They are designed for women who have already developed skills and some level of independence whilst living in our emergency accommodation but are not fully ready to be on their own. Women tend to stay in move-on accommodation for 4-6 months before finding independent living options.

 

More than just a place to sleep

Haven staff work hard to ensure that women aren’t just surviving in safe accommodation - they’re also finding moments of joy and building their confidence and skills. Staff organise festival celebrations for Ramadan, Black History Month, Diwali, Christmas and Easter, as well as outings to local cinemas, museums and cultural attractions. They bring in healthcare professionals to do mobile cervical, breast and health screenings, and offer sessions on practical skills like budgeting for those who aren’t used to handling money.

 

In the year to August 2024

Emergency accommodation

18 bed spaces (including up to 12 children)

 

Of those who successfully moved on;

 

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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NRPF

4 bed spaces

12 women with complex immigration cases supported.

 

Of these:

2 of these women have moved on to seek asylum and are now rehoused by the UK refugee service,

4 are still residing with us

6 have had their immigration issues resolved and now have access to public funds and more support

 

Move-on accommodation

8 bedspaces

19 women supported

14 came from our emergency accommodation

Average stay of 4 months

 

Of those who successfully moved on;

 

 

The housing team at the Angelou Centre has provided exceptional support throughout my time in the refuge. Their professionalism, compassion, and dedication have made an immense difference in my journey to recovery. They consistently go above and beyond, not only by helping with housing matters but also by organizing lovely trips and activities that have made a challenging time much more bearable.

Going on the trips has offered me moments of peace, joy, and healing, which I am incredibly grateful for.

Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) advocacy

Through our Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) services, the Angelou Centre works with women who have experienced domestic abuse and/or sexual violence. This is often in addition to immigration abuse, harmful practices such as female genital mutilation (FGM), sexual exploitation, forced marriage, transnational marriage abandonment, trafficking and economic abuse perpetrated through varying cultural and social lenses by intimate partners, family members and or community members.

 

Building Positive Lives

 

Delivered thanks to funding from Northumbria Police and Crime Commision and the Ministry of Justice, our Building Positive Lives program provides advocacy, safety planning and practical support to women as well as helping them navigate the criminal justice system and report crimes.

 

Victims provide several reasons for not reporting what’s happened to them, particularly in cases of domestic and sexual violence.

 

The most common reasons include:

 

 

These barriers highlight the need for culturally sensitive, trauma-informed advocacy and support services to help survivors feel safe, informed and empowered when considering whether to report a crime. Alongside supporting the victim, we work in partnership with external agencies to share our specialist expertise and help improve their understanding of Black and racially minoritised victims and survivors.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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In the year to August 2024

Multi-lingual Counselling

 

The counselling service within the Angelou Centre is central to our holistic support - addressing trauma with women, children and young people to improve psychological and emotional well-being. Many of our clients suffer from lack of confidence, depression, anxiety and lack of sleep. This leads to an inability to function within the community and can lead to safeguarding issues for women, including children and their mothers. 

Our multilingual offer recognises that language barriers can exacerbate isolation and hinder access to essential services. We also practice culturally sensitive counselling that looks at the impacts of immigration issues, cultural practices and social norms, which helps survivors regain their sense of self, autonomy, and emotional well-being.

 

In the year to August 2024

 

Our counselling service supported

 

Over the course of 1040 sessions, an average of 26 counselling sessions each week.

 

Of those sessions, we delivered:

72 in Persian/ Iranian- Farsi

30 in Panjabi 

42 in Arabic

54 in Bengali 

4 in Tringinya 

2 in Yoruba

32 in Hindi

48 in Kurdish-sorani 

15 in Urdu 

 

Anna*, a 40-year-old Iranian woman, was referred to The Angelou Centre’s counselling after experiencing domestic violence. Initially lured to the UK by her husband’s promises of love and a better life, she soon found herself trapped in a psychologically abusive marriage. Once a successful businesswoman in her home country, Anna was stripped of her independence, forbidden from working, and subjected to constant ridicule and emotional manipulation. This left her with severe self-doubt, low self-esteem, and a loss of identity.

 

Her trauma manifested in emotional distress, memory issues, and self-hatred, making her question her worth and ability to move forward. Bilingual counselling played a crucial role in her recovery, allowing her to express complex emotions in her native language, fostering deeper trust, and facilitating culturally appropriate interventions. Only through therapy provided by Angelou’s bi-lingual counsellors was Anna able to focus on rebuilding her confidence by practicing self-care, engaging in positive affirmations, and reframing negative thoughts.

 

*Name has been changed

 

"It's hard talking about what I went through, I feel emotional when I have to share about the bad things. The centre has helped me believe in myself, keeps me busy in the classes I have joined, and counselling is helping me know I can be strong "

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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Ma Simba - specialist support for children, young people and mothers

 

Ma Simba supports mothers, pregnant women, and children and young people from birth to 18 years who are affected by abuse. We provide trauma informed care that breaks harmful family cycles, addresses systemic barriers, fosters resilience, and creates pathways to safety, healing and independence. Rooted in cultural understanding, community and compassion, we strive to nurture strength and restore hope for brighter futures.

 

Ma Simba focuses on:

 

We do this by offering:

In the year to August 2024

 

 

I didn’t know that I can feel better - it felt hard being happy - I can say I feel happy now” (child)

 

“Learnt about green flags and red flags in a relationship and I have more knowledge for when I do decide to pursue a relationship.” (young woman)

 

“I’m starting to gain confidence like never before, I am glad I came to the Angelou Centre because it has helped me so much to be better… even I’m able to say I’m proud of myself”. (young woman)

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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Training, wellbeing and inclusion

 

Our training, wellbeing and inclusion programme integrates social, well-being and creative activities to promote emotional resilience, positive mental and physical health and community integration. Through our women centred approach, women develop strong support networks, increase their confidence, and gain the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve economic and social independence.

 

In the year to August 2024

 

Our accredited courses helped women build their employability, digital skills, English fluency and confidence advocating for themselves. They include:

 

In addition to our formal, professional courses, we offer wellbeing and social activities to help women improve social integration, mental and physical health in a safe and supportive environment. They include:

 

 

 

 

 

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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Chi’s Journey to Safety and Independence

Chi, a 52-year-old African woman, was referred to The Angelou Centre by her eldest son after enduring years of physical, verbal, emotional, psychological, and immigration-based abuse from her husband. The severity of her situation placed her at high risk, prompting immediate intervention from the centre’s VAWG advocates.

 

As the violence at home escalated, Chi’s son had no choice but to call the police. Forced to leave her home, she moved in with him, but living in his one-bedroom flat was neither a sustainable nor a safe option. She felt like a burden and remained in constant fear that her husband would find her. With nowhere to turn and overwhelmed by trauma, Chi was desperate for stability and security.

 

The Angelou Centre’s advocates stepped in to provide comprehensive, survivor-centred support. They worked swiftly to assess the risks and develop a safety plan tailored to Chi’s needs. Recognising her immediate vulnerability, they helped her secure emergency accommodation, providing her with a safe space away from danger. Legal specialists were brought in to guide her through complex immigration issues, ensuring she understood her rights and options for protection.

 

The emotional toll of abuse weighed heavily on Chi, but through trauma-informed counselling, she found the strength to process her experiences and begin healing. The centre also provided essential financial support, helping her access hardship funds, food provisions, and other necessities. As she slowly regained stability, the advocates introduced her to peer support groups, where she connected with other women who had walked similar paths. Through their shared experiences, Chi found solidarity and encouragement, no longer feeling alone in her struggle.

 

With the unwavering support of The Angelou Centre, Chi was able to rebuild her life. She secured permanent housing, regained her emotional well-being, and took steps towards financial independence. The guidance and advocacy she received empowered her with knowledge and a strong support network, allowing her to move forward free from abuse.

 

Chi’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of The Angelou Centre’s holistic approach. With the right support, survivors can reclaim their independence, heal from their past, and embrace a future filled with hope and resilience.

 

(*Name changed to protect identity)

Financial review

The Statement of Financial Activities shows total incoming resources of £1,061,707; (2023 -£1,309,642). Total expenditure was £1,293,850; (2023 - £1,452,393}, giving rise to a deficit of £232,143; (2023 - £142,751).

 

Total reserves of the charity amount to £719,761; (2023 - £951,904) of which unrestricted reserves amount to £517,708; (2023 - £680,036).

At 31 August 2024 the actual "free" reserves (i.e. those not tied up with fixed assets) of the charity amounted to £300,206 (2023 - £445,732).

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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Reserves policy

Our reserves policy aims to ensure that our work is protected from the risk of disruption due to lack of funds and ensures that we do not retain income for longer than required.

 

The trustees believe that the minimum level of reserves should be the equivalent of 6 months running/operating costs, 5% redundancy costs plus ongoing property repair costs.

The reserves we have set aside provide financial stability and the means for the development of our services in line with our vision and mission and the development of principal activity.

Reserves

The following consideration has been given in identifying the appropriate levels of reserves:

The Board regularly reviews the reserves that are required to ensure they are adequate to fulfil any ongoing/continuing obligations.

Commitments/Long term Commitments

Commitments and long-term commitments that are not already reflected in budget projections are evaluated on a regular basis and further provision will be made should the need arise.

Target Range for reserves

The target range is set at 6 months. The free reserves of the charity (i.e. those not tied up with fixed assets), amounted to £300,206. The trustees believe the amount of free reserves held is adequate and in excess of the level prescribed by the reserves policy (currently estimated at £413,000). The trustees have implemented cost cutting measures in an attempt to return the charity to a position whereby it generates surpluses and to return free reserves to the desired level prescribed by the reserves policy

The Board of Trustees consider that this target maintains enough flexibility in the context of operational requirements in line with the organisations size and complexity.

 

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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Plans for future periods

We want to continue to build on our holistic offer, centring the voices and needs of the women, children and young people we help.

 

Specific initiatives we’re planning include:

Structure, governance and management

The Angelou Centre is a registered charity (charity number 1044344) and a company limited by guarantee (company number 2855091). It is governed by a management board of up to 12 members.

The trustees, who are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were:

M Idika
(Resigned 9 April 2024)
SA A Edusei
(Resigned 22 December 2023)
O Richardson
K Ashfaq
(Resigned 9 April 2024)
P Bwanya
(Resigned 20 October 2023)
F Kane
(Resigned 9 February 2024)
RF McBrearty
S Mapanda
(Appointed 2 January 2024)
T Sikka
(Appointed 8 February 2024)
TM Gunn
(Appointed 8 February 2024)
M Patel
(Appointed 1 May 2025)

The Recruitment and Appointment of new Trustees

Membership of the charity is open to any woman aged 18 years and over who is interested in promoting the objects of the organisation. Trustees are elected from the membership at the annual general meeting. The trustees retire after three years by rotation with one-third standing down every year. A retiring trustee may however be re-elected.

The Organisational Structure of the Charity

The Management Board is made up of minimum of 3 and maximum of 12 trustees. It meets on a regular basis and is responsible for providing strategic direction to the charity. There are sub­ committees covering personnel issues, finance and fundraising, general activities and programmes which meet more regularly. An Executive Director is appointed by the Board to manage the day-to-day operations of the charity.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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The Induction and Training of Trustees

New trustees undergo an induction to brief them on their legal obligations under charity and company law, the content of the Memorandum and Articles, the Management Board and decision-making processes, the business plan and the recent financial performance of the charity. During this induction day they meet staff and other trustees. Trustees are encouraged to attend appropriate training events which will facilitate efficiency and effectiveness in undertaking their roles.

Risk Management

The trustees have identified the major strategic, business, and operational risks which the charity faces and confirm that systems have been established to enable regular reports to be produced so that essential action is taken to minimise those risks.

A risk management plan has been introduced as part of the formal risk management process to assess organisational risk and implement appropriate strategies. The plan considers the types of risk faced by the charity, prioritising them in terms of impact and likelihood of occurrence, and identifying means of mitigating the risks.

Statement of trustees' responsibilities

The trustees, who are also the directors of The Angelou Centre for the purpose of company law, are responsible for preparing the Trustees' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

 

Company Law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that year.

 

In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to:

 

- select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;

 

- observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP;

 

- make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and

 

- prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.

 

The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Auditor

In accordance with the company's articles, a resolution proposing that Allen Sykes Audit Limited be reappointed as auditor of the company will be put at a General Meeting.

Small company provisions

This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies entitled to the small companies exemption.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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Disclosure of information to auditor

Each of the trustees has confirmed that there is no information of which they are aware which is relevant to the audit, but of which the auditor is unaware. They have further confirmed that they have taken appropriate steps to identify such relevant information and to establish that the auditor is aware of such information.

The trustees' report was approved by the Board of Trustees.

O Richardson
Trustee
25 June 2025
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE ANGELOU CENTRE
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Opinion

We have audited the financial statements of The Angelou Centre (the ‘charity’) for the year ended 31 August 2024 which comprise the statement of financial activities, the statement of financial position, the statement of cash flows and notes to the financial statements, including significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

In our opinion, the financial statements:

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give a true and fair view of the state of the charitable company's affairs as at 31 August 2024 and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for the year then ended;

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have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; and
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have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the charity in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC’s Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Conclusions relating to going concern

In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the trustees' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.

 

Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the charity’s ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.

 

Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.

Other information

The other information comprises the information included in the annual report other than the financial statements and our auditor's report thereon. The trustees are responsible for the other information contained within the annual report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.

 

We have nothing to report in this regard.

Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006

In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of our audit:

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the information given in the trustees' report for the financial year for which the financial statements are prepared, which includes the directors' report prepared for the purposes of company law, is consistent with the financial statements; and

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the directors' report included within the trustees' report has been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE ANGELOU CENTRE
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Matters on which we are required to report by exception

In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the charity and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the directors' report included within the trustees' report.

We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:

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adequate accounting records have not been kept, or returns adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us; or

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the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns; or

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certain disclosures of trustees' remuneration specified by law are not made; or
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we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit; or

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the trustees were not entitled to prepare the financial statements in accordance with the small companies regime and take advantage of the small companies' exemptions in preparing the trustees' report and from the requirement to prepare a strategic report.

Responsibilities of trustees

As explained more fully in the statement of trustees' responsibilities, the trustees, who are also the directors of the charity for the purpose of company law, are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are responsible for assessing the charity’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the trustees either intend to liquidate the charitable company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.

Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below:

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE ANGELOU CENTRE
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Our approach to identifying and assessing the risks of material misstatement in respect of irregularities, including fraud and non-compliance with laws and regulations, was as follows:

 

We assessed the susceptibility of the company's financial statements to material misstatement, including obtaining an understanding of how fraud might occur, by:

 

To address the risk of fraud through management bias and override of controls, we:

 

In response to the risk of irregularities and non-compliance with laws and regulations, we designed procedures which included, but were not limited to:

 

There are inherent limitations in our audit procedures described above. The more removed that laws and regulations are from financial transactions, the less likely it is that we would become aware of non-compliance. Auditing standards also limit the audit procedures required to identify non-compliance with laws and regulations to enquiry of the directors and other management and the inspection of regulatory and legal correspondence, if any. Material misstatements that arise due to fraud can be harder to detect than those that arise from error as they may involve deliberate concealment or collusion.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE ANGELOU CENTRE
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As part of an audit in accordance with ISAs (UK), we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

 

We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

A further description of our responsibilities is available on the Financial Reporting Council’s website at: https://www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our auditor's report.

Use of our report

This report is made solely to the charitable company's members, as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charitable company's members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor's report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charitable company and the charitable company’s members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.

Philip W Lamb FCA (Senior Statutory Auditor)
for and on behalf of Allen Sykes Audit Limited
26 June 2025
Chartered Accountants
Statutory Auditor
5 Henson Close
South Church Enterprise Park
Bishop Auckland
Co Durham
DL14 6WA
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
funds
funds
funds
funds
2024
2024
2024
2023
2023
2023
Notes
£
£
£
£
£
£
Income from:
Donations and legacies
4
6,288
483,347
489,635
49,776
718,201
767,977
Charitable activities
5
560,035
-
560,035
535,788
87
535,875
Investments
6
12,037
-
12,037
5,790
-
5,790
Total income
578,360
483,347
1,061,707
591,354
718,288
1,309,642
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
7
774,437
519,413
1,293,850
752,641
699,752
1,452,393
Total expenditure
774,437
519,413
1,293,850
752,641
699,752
1,452,393
Net expenditure
(196,077)
(36,066)
(232,143)
(161,287)
18,536
(142,751)
Transfers between funds
33,749
(33,749)
-
411,118
(411,118)
-
Net movement in funds
9
(162,328)
(69,815)
(232,143)
249,831
(392,582)
(142,751)
Reconciliation of funds:
Fund balances at 1 September 2023
680,036
271,868
951,904
430,205
664,450
1,094,655
Fund balances at 31 August 2024
517,708
202,053
719,761
680,036
271,868
951,904

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS AT
31 AUGUST 2024
31 August 2024
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2024
2023
as restated
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
14
217,502
234,304
Current assets
Debtors
15
69,068
98,814
Investments
16
250,591
323,402
Cash at bank and in hand
224,048
350,961
543,707
773,177
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
17
(41,448)
(55,577)
Net current assets
502,259
717,600
Total assets less current liabilities
719,761
951,904
Net assets
719,761
951,904
The funds of the charity
Restricted income funds
18
202,053
271,868
Unrestricted funds
517,708
680,036
719,761
951,904
The financial statements were approved by the trustees on 25 June 2025
O Richardson
Trustee
Company registration number 02855091 (England and Wales)
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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2024
2023
Notes
£
£
£
£
as restated
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash absorbed by operations
24
(211,761)
(79,129)
Investing activities
Purchase of tangible fixed assets
-
(8,280)
Investment income received
12,037
5,790
Net cash generated from/(used in) investing activities
12,037
(2,490)
Net cash used in financing activities
-
-
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
(199,724)
(81,619)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
674,363
755,982
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
474,639
674,363
Relating to:
Cash at bank and in hand
224,048
350,961
Short term deposits included in current asset investments
250,591
323,402
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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1
Accounting policies
Charity information

The Angelou Centre is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is 17 Brighton Grove, Fenham, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 5NS.

1.1
Accounting convention

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's [governing document], the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: 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 (FRS 102)" (effective 1 January 2019). The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, [modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value]. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

1.2
Going concern

At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

1.3
Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors or grantors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the charity.
1.4
Income
Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.

Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.

Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 21 -
1.5
Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement, and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.

 

Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges are allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.

1.6
Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Freehold property
2% straight line
Fixtures, fittings & equipment
20% reducing balance & 33% straight line

The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in the statement of financial activities.

1.7
Impairment of fixed assets

At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any).

1.8
Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

1.9
Financial instruments

The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.

 

Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

 

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

 

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

 

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

1.10
Employee benefits

The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.

 

Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.

2
Critical accounting estimates and judgements

In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

 

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

3
Company Limited by Guarantee

The Angelou Centre is a company limited by guarantee and accordingly does not have any share capital.

 

Every member of the charitable company undertakes to contribute such amount as may be required, not exceeding £1, to the assets of the charitable company in the event of its being wound up while he or she is a member, or within one year after he or she ceases to be a member.

 

At 31 August 2024 the company had 5 members (2023 - 7 members).

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
- 23 -
4
Income from donations and legacies
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
funds
funds
funds
funds
2024
2024
2024
2023
2023
2023
£
£
£
£
£
£
Donations and gifts
6,288
1,206
7,494
6,776
1,072
7,848

Grants receivable

-
482,141
482,141
43,000
717,129
760,129
6,288
483,347
489,635
49,776
718,201
767,977
Grants receivable for core activities
Coutts Bank Foundation
-
4,000
4,000
40,000
4,000
44,000
MOJ DA/SV Community Fund
-
51,000
51,000
-
76,500
76,500
NLCF Changing Lives
-
18,803
18,803
-
40,808
40,808
PCC Supporting Victims Fund
-
72,358
72,358
-
76,000
76,000
PCC ISVA/IDVA
-
36,793
36,793
-
36,792
36,792
The Global Fund Foundation
-
-
-
-
200,000
200,000
CAF Resilience Fund
-
-
-
-
78,031
78,031
IMKAAN
-
-
-
-
28,471
28,471
PCC PVSC CADA
-
66,970
66,970
-
66,845
66,845
Virgin Money
-
-
-
-
15,000
15,000
Oak Foundation
-
95,296
95,296
-
-
-
Cost of Living
-
74,976
74,976
-
-
-
NE Combined Authority Enterprise
-
37,253
37,253
-
-
-
Other
-
24,692
24,692
3,000
94,682
97,682
-
482,141
482,141
43,000
717,129
760,129
5
Income from charitable activities
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
funds
funds
funds
funds
2024
2024
2024
2023
2023
2023
£
£
£
£
£
£
Training
1,194
-
1,194
10,673
-
10,673
LA/HB
549,908
-
549,908
522,651
-
522,651
Ubele The Phoenix Way
-
-
-
1,118
-
1,118
Consultancy
1,645
-
1,645
1,175
-
1,175
Other income
7,288
-
7,288
171
87
258
560,035
-
560,035
535,788
87
535,875
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
- 24 -
6
Income from investments
Unrestricted
Unrestricted
funds
funds
2024
2023
£
£

Bank interest receivable

12,037
5,790
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
- 25 -
7
Expenditure on charitable activities
Support Services
Support Services
2024
2023
£
£
Direct costs
Staff costs
601,254
-

General Fund

-
299,498

LA/HB

-
359,075

ROSA Fund - Women Thrive

-
10,139

IMKAAN - Margin to the Centre

-
19,824

PCC/MOJ ISVA/IVDA

-
60,495

MOJ DA/SV Community Fund

-
65,908

PCC Supporting Victims Fund

-
108,305

PCC PVSC CADA

-
59,432

The Phoenix Way

-
30,580

NTCA Youth Employment

-
24,810

NLCF - Changing Lives

-
31,190

Comic Relief Projects

-
10,884

IMKAAN for Activities

-
9,909

VONNE Going Green Together

-
4,590

PCC ISVA/IDVA Training

-
7,940
Oak Foundation
-
54,164
CAF Resilience Fund
-
158,075
PCC CADA
-
10,792
Other Small Projects
-
32,715
Premises Costs
228,664
-
Office Costs
17,842
-
Project Costs
194,416
-
1,042,176
1,358,325
Share of support and governance costs (see note 8)
Support
241,834
85,668
Governance
9,840
8,400
1,293,850
1,452,393
Analysis by fund
Unrestricted funds
774,437
752,641
Restricted funds
519,413
699,752
1,293,850
1,452,393
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
- 26 -
8
Support costs allocated to activities
2024
2023
£
£
Staff costs
110,842
-
Depreciation
16,802
14,797
Accountancy fees
26,291
28,358
Insurance
-
3,331
Legal & professional fees
19,165
25,162
Organisational development
-
14,020
Premises costs
25,252
-
Office costs
40,375
-
Other costs
3,107
-
Governance costs
9,840
8,400
251,674
94,068
Analysed between:
Support Services
251,674
94,068
9
Net movement in funds
2024
2023
£
£
The net movement in funds is stated after charging/(crediting):
Fees payable for the audit of the charity's financial statements
9,840
8,400
Depreciation of owned tangible fixed assets
16,802
13,208
Loss on disposal of tangible fixed assets
-
1,589
10
Auditor's remuneration
Fees payable to the charity's auditor and associates:
2024
2023
£
£
For audit services
Audit of the financial statements of the charity
9,840
8,400
11
Trustees
None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year.
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
- 27 -
12
Employees

The average monthly number of employees during the year was:

2024
2023
Number
Number
Charitable Activities
25
28
Management & administration
3
4
Total
28
32
Employment costs
2024
2023
£
£
Wages and salaries
624,443
753,381
Social security costs
48,206
44,270
Other pension costs
31,870
64,708
704,519
862,359
The number of employees whose annual remuneration was more than £60,000 is as follows:
2024
2023
Number
Number
£60,000 to £69,999
-
1
Remuneration of key management personnel

The remuneration of key management personnel was as follows:

2024
2023
£
£
Aggregate compensation
58,040
130,050
13
Taxation

The charity is exempt from taxation on its activities because all its income is applied for charitable purposes.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
- 28 -
14
Tangible fixed assets
Freehold property
Fixtures, fittings & equipment
Total
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 September 2023
250,321
65,663
315,984
At 31 August 2024
250,321
65,663
315,984
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 September 2023
50,050
31,630
81,680
Depreciation charged in the year
5,006
11,796
16,802
At 31 August 2024
55,056
43,426
98,482
Carrying amount
At 31 August 2024
195,265
22,237
217,502
At 31 August 2023
200,271
34,033
234,304
15
Debtors
2024
2023
Amounts falling due within one year:
£
£
Trade debtors
21,779
11,316
Other debtors
3,472
1,401
Prepayments and accrued income
43,817
86,097
69,068
98,814
16
Current asset investments
2024
2023
£
£
as restated
Flagstone investments
250,591
323,402
17
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2024
2023
£
£
Other taxation and social security
11,373
14,209
Trade creditors
10,602
27,104
Other creditors
8,853
5,264
Accruals and deferred income
10,620
9,000
41,448
55,577
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
- 29 -
18
Restricted funds

The restricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants held on trust subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used.

At 1 September 2023
Incoming resources
Resources expended
Transfers
Gains and losses
At 31 August 2024
£
£
£
£
£
£
PCC/MOJ ISVA/IVDA
2,350
36,793
(34,931)
(1,862)
-
2,350
PCC Supporting Victims Fund
5,836
72,358
(68,514)
-
-
9,680
Domestic Violence Survivors
55,798
14,449
(32,845)
-
-
37,402
National Lottery - Changing Lives
3,729
18,803
(13,842)
(8,690)
-
-
Lottery Heritage Fund
2,261
-
(2,261)
-
-
-
Oak Foundation
5,298
95,296
(45,122)
(4,750)
-
50,722
MOJ DA/SV Community Fund
4,250
51,000
(46,524)
(4,476)
-
4,250
PCC PVSC CADA
5,580
66,970
(64,972)
(2,000)
-
5,578
VONNE Going Green Together
(500)
500
-
-
-
-
The Phoenix Way
187,266
-
(88,591)
(12,242)
-
86,433
Cost of Living
-
74,976
(74,976)
-
-
-
NE Combined Authority Enterprise
-
37,253
(31,262)
(2,099)
-
3,892
ASEP
-
10,649
(13,446)
2,797
-
-
Agbero Roadshow
-
2,000
(1,573)
(427)
-
-
Peer Research Gateshead
-
2,300
(554)
-
-
1,746
271,868
483,347
(519,413)
(33,749)
-
202,053
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
18
Restricted funds
(Continued)
- 30 -
Previous year:
At 1 September 2022
Incoming resources
Resources expended
Transfers
Gains and losses
At 31 August 2023
£
£
£
£
£
£
PCC/MOJ ISVA/IVDA
30,763
36,792
(60,495)
(4,710)
-
2,350
PCC Supporting Victims Fund
38,141
76,000
(108,305)
-
-
5,836
IMKAAN Margin to the Centre
3,093
18,562
(19,824)
(1,831)
-
-
Domestic Violence Survivors
38,000
33,299
(24,338)
8,837
-
55,798
No Recourse to Fund Arts
6,337
-
-
(6,337)
-
-
CAF Resilience Fund
94,177
78,030
(158,075)
(14,132)
-
-
LA/HB
355,612
-
-
(355,612)
-
-
PCC CADA
-
10,792
(10,792)
-
-
-
Tuwezeshe (FORWARD)
1,232
-
-
(1,232)
-
-
Girls Speak
700
-
(700)
-
-
-
Good Things Foundation
1,670
1,270
(2,940)
-
-
-
NTCA Youth Employment
23,998
5,953
(24,810)
(5,141)
-
-
National Lottery - Changing Lives
4,032
40,808
(31,190)
(9,921)
-
3,729
Lottery Heritage Fund
4,421
-
(2,160)
-
-
2,261
Comic Relief Change Makers
(2,082)
12,494
(10,864)
452
-
-
Comic Relief Rise Project
(10,964)
10,984
(20)
-
-
-
ROSA - Women Thrive
10,889
-
(10,139)
(750)
-
-
Oak Foundation
64,004
-
(54,164)
(4,542)
-
5,298
Community Cycle Club
427
2,150
(2,577)
-
-
-
MOJ DA/SV Community Fund
-
76,500
(65,908)
(6,342)
-
4,250
PCC PVSC CADA
-
66,845
(59,432)
(1,833)
5,580
VONNE Going Green Together
-
4,500
(4,590)
(410)
(500)
IMKAAN - Activities
9,909
(9,909)
-
-
PCC ISVA/IDVA Training
-
8,400
(7,940)
(460)
-
The Phoenix Way
-
225,000
(30,580)
(7,154)
-
187,266
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
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Restricted funds
(Continued)
- 31 -
664,450
718,288
(699,752)
(411,118)
-
271,868

Purpose of restricted funds

PCC/MOJ ISVA/IDVA - To support black and minoritised women survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence;

PCC Supporting Victims Fund - To fund advocacy and support to women fleeing domestic violence;

IMKAAN Margin to the Centre - To fund residentials and trips for women and children survivors of domestic and sexual violence;

Domestic Violence Survivors - To fund accommodation, sustenance and activities for survivors of violence in hardship especially those with no recourse to public funds;

No Recourse to Fund Arts - To provide activities for women with no recourse to public funds;

CAF Resilience Fund - To fund holistic services, training and skills development, health and wellbeing groups and activities and therapeutic counselling in addition to inclusive groups and activities for elders and young women;

LA/HB - Local Authority Housing Benefit Claims;

PCC CADA - To fund services for children and young survivors of domestic abuse;

Tuwezeshe (FORWARD) - To deliver a social action project for young women;

Girls Speak - To fund a consultancy on alliance for women and girls at risk;

Good Things Foundation - To fund purchase of digital gadgets, SIM cards & women's engagement to improve digital skills;

NTCA Youth Employment - To fund training and skills development for 16-25 year olds;

National Lottery - Changing Lives - To support women experiencing sexual exploitation and sexual abuse;

Lottery Heritage Fund - To fund a network and activities for black and minoritised women's groups across the North East;

Comic Relief Change Makers - To fund campaigning re No Recourse to Public Funds and the added social value provided by black-led organisations;

Comic Relief Rise Project - To deliver services and support to migrant women experiencing domestic violence;

ROSA - Women Thrive - To provide support to women for developing tools and skills for resilience, self confidence and managing health;

Oak Foundation - To redress ineffective risk assessments for black and minoritised survivors of VAWG.

Community Cycle Club - To fund weekly bicycle rides for women and training for cycling champions;

MOJ DA/SV Community Fund - To fund advocacy and support for black and minoritised children via KiDVA and therapeutic play work;

PCC PVSC CADA - To fund services for children and young survivors of domestic abuse including therapeutic support;

VONNE Going Green Together - Funding for black and minoritised women to co-design a climate action project;

IMKAAN Activities - To further fund work with survivors of domestic and sexual violence;

PCC ISVA IDVA Training - To fund staff obtaining IDVA qualifications;

The Phoenix Way - To establish and develop The Phoenix Way project in the North East and Cumbria;

Cost of Living - To fund accommodation, subsistence, resources and activities for survivors of domestic abuse in hardship;

NE Combined Authority Enterprise - To support economically inactive women into training and employment;

ASEP - To support black and racialised female survivors of sexual abuse and violence;

Agbero Roadshow - To fund the hosting of an event;

Peer Research Gateshead - To fund the costs for young survivors to become peer researchers.

THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
- 32 -
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Unrestricted funds

The unrestricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants which are not subject to specific conditions by donors and grantors as to how they may be used. These include designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes.

At 1 September 2023
Incoming resources
Resources expended
Transfers
At 31 August 2024
£
£
£
£
£
General funds
680,036
578,360
(774,437)
33,749
517,708
Previous year:
At 1 September 2022
Incoming resources
Resources expended
Transfers
At 31 August 2023
£
£
£
£
£
General funds
430,205
591,354
(752,641)
411,118
680,036
20
Analysis of net assets between funds
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
funds
funds
2024
2024
2024
£
£
£
At 31 August 2024:
Tangible assets
217,502
-
217,502
Current assets/(liabilities)
300,206
202,053
502,259
517,708
202,053
719,761
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
funds
funds
2023
2023
2023
£
£
£
At 31 August 2023:
Tangible assets
234,304
-
234,304
Current assets/(liabilities)
445,732
271,868
717,600
680,036
271,868
951,904
THE ANGELOU CENTRE
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2024
- 33 -
21
Operating lease commitments
Lessee

At the reporting end date the charity had outstanding commitments for future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases, which fall due as follows:

2024
2023
£
£
Within one year
56,371
53,112
Between two and five years
5,900
8,045
62,271
61,157
22
Related party transactions

There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2023 - none).

23
Prior period adjustment

A prior year adjustment has been made to reclassify bank balances held on deposit with an access period of less than 90 days totalling £82,649 as bank and cash rather than current asset investments.

 

This adjustment is presentational and has no effect on retained earnings brought forward.

 

Reconciliation of changes in equity

 

The prior period adjustments do not give rise to any effect upon equity.

24
Cash generated from operations
2024
2023
£
£
Deficit for the year
(232,143)
(142,751)
Adjustments for:
Investment income recognised in statement of financial activities
(12,037)
(5,790)
(Gain)/loss on disposal of tangible fixed assets
-
1,589
Depreciation and impairment of tangible fixed assets
16,802
13,208
Movements in working capital:
Decrease in debtors
29,746
34,933
(Decrease)/increase in creditors
(14,129)
19,682
Cash absorbed by operations
(211,761)
(79,129)
25
Analysis of changes in net funds

The charity had no material debt during the year.

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