7th Lichfield (St. Michael's) Scout Group ANNUAL REPORT 202312024
7th LICHFIELD (ST. MICHAEL'S) SCOUT GROUP ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 The Executive Committee presents their Report for the year ended 31 March 2024. 7th Lichfield (St Michael's) Scout Group is an unincorporated association which was formed in 1963 and registered with the Charity Commission on 27 May 1993. The registered charity number is 1021870. The Charity's address is Scout Hut, Ash Grove, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS13 6ET. The Members of the Executive Committee (who are Trustees for the purpose of Charity Law) who served during the period were: GROUP EXECUTIVE Carl Hall Vacant Richard Taylor Fiona Lever Tracy Godfrey Group Chair Group Vice-chair Group Scout Leader and Cub Scout Leader(Somers) Group Secretary Group Treasurer Paul Tennant Assistant GSL Beavers Michael Woodrow Beaver Scout Leader (Swinfen) Caroline Fellows Beaver Scout Leader (Garrick) Sarah Guest Beaver Scout Leader (Paget) James Davey Assistant GSL Cubs Jo Docker Cub Scout Leader (Rowallen) Jonathan Mark Ridleycub Scout Leader (Maclean) Paul Creaser Scout Leader (Johnson) and Assistant GSL Scouts Kev O'Riordan Scout Leader (Boswell) Nick Crosby Scout Leader (Erasmus) Ele emb 7 ideal 13 Claire Jenkins lan Robinson Simon Wilson Ruth Needham David Jackson Mark Sibborn Heather Rose Paul Snary Steph Stafford Camien Evans min t d Membe max8 none Co-o ted members none The Members of the Executive Committee are elected each year at the AGM. The Charity Trustees have complied with their duty to have due regard to the guidance on public benefit published by the Charities Commission in exercising their powers or duties. Page1 of7
7th LICHFIELD (ST. MICHAEL'S) SCOUT GROUP ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 {CONTINUED) Objects, Organisation and Activities The Charity exists to promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals. as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities. Membership is open to any person beeen the ages of 6 and 14 years, who is interested in furthering the objects and who has paid the subscriptions laid down by the Executive Committee. Review of Progress and Achievements There are nine sections (3 Beavers, 3 Cubs and 3 Scouts) each meeting once per week. There are approximately 210 members and 50 adult leaders.. The Group has had a successful year in which it has provided many opportunities for all age groups. Finances The attached financial statements show the current state of the finances, which the Committee considers to be sound. The bank balance stood at £54,237.01 at 31 March 2024. This money is being held to finan working capital requirements, rolling maintenance costs and adventurous equipment purchase. In addition we continue to hold funds with a view to securing larger premises or improving our current premises to accommodate our membership. The Charity's bankers a HSBC, Lichfield and Vvalsall and CAF Bank. The independent examiner is Mrs Sarah Flint FCCA. Mrs Flint is a Chartered Accountant. Risk Review The Executive Committee have examined the major internal and external risks which the Charity faces and confirm that systems have been established to minimise these risks. The Charity has agreed child protection policies and volunteers are vetted to ensure their suitability for working with young people. Approved g 4Ji Mr C Hall Chgir Page2of7
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMIThEE OF 7th LICHFIELD (ST MICHAEL'S) SCOUT GROUP I report on the accounts of the Charity for the period ended 31 March 2024, which are set out on pages 4 to Respective Responsibilities of Trusteès and Examinar The Charity's Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Charity's Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 1993 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to.. examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act; to follow the prOdureS laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act", and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's report My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charity and comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do nol provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. Independent Examinerfs Ststement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention" 1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act, have not been met., or 2) to which in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Date Iq /io/ioL¥ Sarah Flint FCCA Chartered Accountant 9 Giles Road Lichfield Staffordshire WS13 7JU Page3of7
Receipts & Payments Account summary for the year ended 31 March 2024 This Year General Funds This Year Restricted Funds This Year This Year Endowment Total Funds Previous Year Total receipts for the year (pages D4 and D7) Total payments for the year (pages D5 and D7) Net receipts (payments) for the year 70,690.38 0.00 70,690.38 71,963.74 -66,903.74 0.00 0.00 -66,903.74 -70,539.15 3,786.64 0.00 0.00 3,786.64 1,424.59 Transfers between funds 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3,786.64 0.00 0.00 3,786.64 1,424.59 Cash. bank and similar funds brought fOard Cash, bank and similar funds carried fOard 50,450.37 0.00 0.00 50,450.37 49,025.78 54,237.01 0.00 0.00 54,237.01 50,450.37 The above account and accompanying statement{s) of assets and liabilities were approved by the Trustees on ............ 1. 6 ..N.,. . 202.+................ and signed on their behalf by: Trustee Signature cs.lko Print Name Page 4of7
Receipts for the year ended 31 March 2024 This Year This Year This Year Previous General Restricted Total Year Funds Funds Budget £ 29,131.89 Membership Subscriptions -13,000.00 less.. Capitation 16,131.89 MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONS 25,638.68 -12062.50 13,576.18 0.00 25,638.68 24,340.72 0.00 -12,062.50 -11,526.00 0.00 13,576.18 12,814.72 70.00 Dividends and Interest 0.00 Property Rents INVESTMENT INCOME 70.00 RECEIVED 524.95 300.00 0.00 0.00 524.95 300.00 88.83 0.00 824.95 0.00 824.95 88.83 370.00 DonationslGrants 370.00 DONATIONS I GRANTS 2,806.01 2,806.01 1,471.67 1,471.67 4,277.68 4,277.68 9,174.75 9,174.75 0.00 Camps 12,498.00 Group Activities 0.00 Activities 6,900.00 Water Activities 19,398.00 ACTIVITIES 20,988.44 14,372.66 1,121.39 7,296.00 43,778.49 0.00 20,988.44 17,081.82 0.00 14,372.66 13,096.56 0.00 1,121.39 845.26 0.00 7,296.00 6,345.00 0.00 43,778.49 37,368.64 1,080.00 FUND RAISING Activities 1,080.00 FUND RAISING (gross) 1,064.80 1,064.80 0.00 0.00 1,064.80 1,064.80 6,086.53 6,086.53 Income Tax recovered - 5,194.00 on subscriptions and donations 0.00 on dividends and interest 5,194.00 OTHER INCOME 5,948.54 0.00 5,948.54 0.00 0.00 0.00 5,948.54 0.00 5,948.54 5,194.46 0.00 5,194.46 0.00 BadgeIHoodies-Shirt receipts 0.00 Sundry Income 0.00 SUNDRY RECEIPTS 1,219.74 0.00 1,219.74 0.00 0.00 0.00 1,219.74 0.00 1.219.74 1,235.81 1,235.81 TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE £42,243.89 YEAR £69,218.71 £1,471.67 £70,690.38 £71,963.74 Page5of7
Payments for the year ended 31 March 2024 This Year General Funds This Year This Year Restricted Total Funds Previous Year Revised 405.00 Rent 900.00 RateslRefuse Collection 1,200.00 Electficity 550.00 Water 2,800.00 Insurance 1,000.00 Cleaning and Maintainan 500.00 Camping gas 7,355.00 PREMISES COSTS 405.00 585.80 966.24 433.87 2,499.61 945.06 436.65 6,272.23 0.00 0.00 o.oo 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 405.00 585.80 966.24 433.87 2,499.61 945.06 436.65 6,272.23 405.00 695.20 1,064.81 435.56 2,654.74 679.24 305.58 6,240.13 350.00 Donations l Grants 350.00 DONATIONS I GRANTS 2,806.01 2,806.01 1,471.67 1,471.67 4,277.68 4,277.68 9,180.84 9,180.84 0.00 Camps 11,285.00 Group Activities 0.00 Activities 6,700.00 Water Activities 17,985.0 O ACTIVITIES 20,429.12 12,621.50 7,186.39 7,221.79 0.00 20,429.12 17,895.83 0.00 12,621.50 9,613.60 0.00 7,186.39 6,694.70 0.00 7,221.79 7,512.67 47,458.80 0.00 47,458.80 41,716.80 1,413.00 Fundraising Expenses 1,413.00 FUNDRAISING EXPENSES 913.29 913.29 0.00 0.00 913.29 913.29 4,907.21 4,907.21 0.00 Refurbishment of hut 0.00 REFURBISHMENT EXPENSES 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Purchasel Maintenance of Equipment 0.00 PURCHASEIMAINTENANCE OF EQUIPMENT 808.46 808.46 0.00 0.00 808.46 808.46 1,098.69 1,098.69 0.00 Purchase of HoodieslTshirtslNeckerslBlankets | 2,371.39 0.00 Uniforms and Badges 2,566.33 0.00 CLOTHING COSTS 4,937.72 0.00 0.00 0.00 2,371.39 2,566.33 4,937.72 2,876.04 2,228.86 5,104.90 0.00 Bank Charges 0.00 Stationery & Digital 0.00 Sundry 0.00 Training 0.00 OTHER EXPENSES 120.00 1,000.71 228.40 522.34 1,871.45 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 120.00 1,000.71 228.40 522.34 1,871.45 136.43 875.31 160.6 1,118.24 2,290.58 27,103.0 O TOTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR 65,067.96 1,471.67 66,539.63 70,539.15 Page6of7
Statement of Assets and Liabilities This Year This Year This Year General Restricted Total Funds Funds Previous Year MONETARY ASSETS Cash, bank and similar funds Bank Current Account(s) Bank Deposit Account{s) Bank Term Deposit(s) Building Society AcGount(s) Cash in hand 25,666.19 28,570.82 0.00 0.00 0.00 54,237.01 0.00 25,666.19 22,367.12 0.00 28,570.82 28,083.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 54,237.01 50,450.37 OTHER MONETARY ASSETS 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Debts due to Group l District 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 INVESTMENT ASSETS Government Stocks at market value Other quoted securities at market value Other investments Property held for investment purposes 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 NON-MONETARY ASSETS Assets for Charity's own use Badge Secretarys, stock HoodlesshirtS shop stock Land and buildings 600.00 2,085.18 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 600.00 600.00 2,085.18 2,406.00 0.00 348,039.45 2 x trailers (at insuran value) Motor vehicles Canoes, Kayaks etc Scouting equipment, furniture, etc. 5,529.00 24,576.00 67,789.00 100,579.18 0.00 5,529.00 5,169.00 0.00 24,576.00 21,965.00 0.00 67,789.00 61,627.38 0.00 100,579.18 439,806.83 LIABILITIES Those due within one year Accounts not yet paid Expenses incurred not yet invoiced Subscriptions not yet paid 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 LIABILITIES Those due after one year Loan (with details) Hire Purchase owing Leasing payments outstanding Other long tenm liabilities Rent of HQ lease until 2026 @ £405 per annum subject to review 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 405.00 405.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 405.00 405.00 Page7of7