Explanation (if Code guideline is not complied with)
S/N Code guideline
Code ID
Compliance
11
Governing board members do not vote or participate in decision making on matters where they have a conflict of interest.
2.4
Complied
Strategic Planning
The Board periodically reviews and approves the strategic plan for the charity to ensure that the charity’s activities are in line with the charity’s objectives. There is a documented plan to develop the capacity and capability of the charity and the Board monitors the progress of the plan. Human Resource and Volunteer Management The Board approves documented human resource policies for staff. There is a documented Code of Conduct for governing board members, staff and volunteers (where applicable) which is approved by the Board. There are processes for regular supervision, appraisal and professional development of staff.
12
3.2.2
Complied
13
3.2.4
Complied
14
5.1
Complied
15
5.3
Complied
16
5.5
Complied
Are there volunteers serving in the charity? 17
Yes
18
Financial Management and Internal Controls There are volunteer management policies in place for volunteers. There is a documented policy to seek the Board’s approval for any loans, donations, grants or financial assistance provided by the charity which are not part of the charity’s core charitable programmes. The Board ensures that internal controls for financial matters in key areas are in place with documented procedures . The Board ensures that reviews on the charity’s internal controls, processes, key programmes and events are regularly conducted. The Board ensures that there is a process to identify, and regularly monitor and review the charity’s key risks . The Board approves an annual budget for the charity’s plans and regularly monitors the charity’s expenditure. Does the charity invest its reserves (e.g. in fixed deposits)? The charity has a documented investment policy approved by the Board.
5.7
Complied
19
6.1.1
Complied
20
6.1.2
Complied
21
6.1.3
Complied
22
6.1.4
Complied
23
6.2.1
Complied
24
Yes
25
6.4.3
Complied
Fundraising Practices
26
Did the charity receive cash donations (solicited or unsolicited) during the financial year? All collections received (solicited or unsolicited) are properly accounted for and promptly deposited by the charity.
Yes
27
7.2.2
Complied
Lions Home Annual Report 2023/24
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