1st WYMONDHAM SCOUT GROUP CHARITY NUMBER: 1036717 ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
1st WYMONDHAM SCOUT GROUP Contents Page Independent Examiner's Report Receipts and Payments Account Statement of assets and Ilabllltles Trustees, Annual Report 6-1.1
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLANO AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trustees 1ST WYMONDHAM SCOUT GROUP On accounts for the year ended 31 MARCH 2024 Charity no (if any) 1036717 Set out on pag8S 3-11 I r8POrt to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charty ("the Trust.) for th8 year endad 3110312024. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ("the Act.). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examlnerfs statoment come to my attention in connection with the examination (other than that disclosed below) which gives me cause to believe that in. any material respect: the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act., or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records,. or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts S8t out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concems and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understsnding of the accounts to be reached. Signad: Date: Name: (cry Relevant professional qualification(s) or body (if any): FL4 Address: r&
Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concern (see CC32. Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners). Glve here brief detalls of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose.
1st Wymondham Scout Group Receipts and Payments Account For the year from 01 April 2023 31 March 2024 Receipts and payments 2023124 2022123 Unrestrlcted funds Unrestrlcted funds Recelpts Donatlons, legacles and •lmllar Income Membership subscrlptKJns 30.502 24,837 Less.'Membership subscriptions paid on INotionaUCountylAreaDistricll Nel memborship subscriptions retained 30.S02 24,837 Donotions 1,000 Legacies Grtl Aid 2.197 2,777 Other %milar incr)me Sub totsl Grants Mainlènènac8 grant Other grants 300 Sub total Fundralslng {gro••) Detail I Detail 2 Det8il 3 Other fundraising actywtie8 Sub total Inveslmeni Income Bank interest 14 Building Society interest The S¢oul Association Short Term Investment SeNc8 Propety Rent income Other investment income Sub total Total Gross Income Asset and Investment salos, otc. Total recelpts
1st Wymondham Scout Group Receipts and Payments Account For the year from IIZIEIZZI 01 April 2023 31 March 2024 Receipts and payments 2023124 2022123 Unrestrlcted funds Unrestrlct•d funds Payments Charltable Payment• Youth programme and actiMti'e$ 23.011 21,880 Adult support and tralnlng Rent 3,808 3.720 Water and Sewerage Electrictyond Gas Insurance Rep8irs 8nd Renewals Malerlals and equipmgnl Prlnb'ng and photoG0png ContdbuUon to carnp costs Unffonns AGM and irustee eyn8es Census payment 5,992 5.701 Bank charges 20 Other costs detail 3 Sub total Fundralslng oxpens•s Detail 1 Det8il 2 Detsil 3 Other fundraising costs Sub total Total Gros5 Expendlture Assat and Investment purchases, etc. Total payments Net of recelpts/(payments) Cash funds last year end Cash fvnd5 thls year end 18,043 20,430
Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the.year 31 March 2024 31 March 2023 Unrestrlcted funds Unrestricted funds Cash funds Bank CLtrrrent account 17,925 18,043 Bank deposf( account Building society account The Scout AssociBb"on Short Term Investment S8rvice C8shFlo8ts Total cash funds Other monetary assets Tax claim D¢bls due from the CountylATeaDi$lrlcVGroup Insurance clawn Sub totsl Investment asset8 Investrnent property- deta51 Quoted Investments Other inveslments - dotail Sub total Non monetsry assets for charftvs own u$t Badge stock Shop stock Other stock Land and buildings Motor vehicl88 Scouting &qulpmenl, fumhure elc Other Sub total Llabilltles Accounts not p8ld Eynses incurred bul not invoiced sub8crlptng not YBI paid L08n - detsil Other liabilities Sub totsl Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the year The above recelpts and payments account and statement of assets and Ilabllltles were approved by the Trustees 3 June 2024 and slgned on thelr behalf by SATHIKA BOUTONG JENNIFER FOULDS Chairperson Treasurer
Trustees, Annual Report For the period From (start date) to end date Section A Reference and administration detai Is Charity name 1st Wymondham Scout Group Other names the charlty Is known by Registered charity number (if any) HQ registration number Charity's principal adclress mondham Scout and Guide Head uarters Kimberle Street mondham Postcode Names of the charity trustees vtho manage the charity Trustee Namo Offlce (If any) Dates acted If not for whole year Sathika Bouton Jennifer Foulds An ela Grimmer Chair Treasurer Secreta 10 12 14 Names and addresses of advisers (optional informatlon but encouraged as best practice) Type of advisor Nam8 Address
Section B Structure, governance and management Description of the charity's trusts Type of governing document The Group's goveming documents are those of the The Scout Association. They consist of a Royal Charter, lch in tum gives authority to the Bye Laws of ihe Association and The Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. (e.g. trust deed. constitutlon) How the charity is constituted The Group is a trust estsblished under its rules which are common to all Scouts. (e.g. trust, association, company) Trustee selection methods {e.g. appointed by, elected by) The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. Additional governance issues (optional infonnation but encouraged as best practice) You may choose to indude additional information, where relevant, about: The Group is managed by the Group Executive Committee, the members of which are the 'Charity Trustees, of the Scout Group which is an educational charity. As charity truslees they are responsible for complying with legislation applicable to Gharities. This includes the registration, keeping proper accounts and making returns to the Charity Commission as appropriate.. Policies and procedures adopted for.. a) the induction and training of trustees., b) trustee, conslderdtlon of major risks and the systems and procedures to manage them The Commlttee conslsts of 3 independent representatives, Chalr, Treasurer and Secretary together wth the Group Scout Leaders. indlvidual sectlon leaders (if opted to take on the responslbllltyl and parent's representatlon and meets every 3 months. This Group Executive Committee exists to support the Group Scout Leader in meeting the responsibilities of the appointments and is responsible for: The maintenance of Group property., The raising of funds and th8 administration of Group finance., The insurance of persons, propety and equipment., Group public occasions. Assisting in the recruitment of leaders and other adult support., Appointing any sub committees that may be required., Appointing Group Administrators and Advisors other than those who are elected. The trustees would like to place on record their thanks to the members of the Commlttee, the section leaders and all of volunteers for their contributions throughout the year. The Group could not operate successfully wthout this.
Section B Structure, goveriiance and management (continued) Risk and Internal Control The Group Executive Committee has identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is exposed, these have been reviewed and systems have been established to mitigate against them. The main areas of concem that have been identified are.. Damage to the building. property and equipment. The Group would request the use of buildings, property and equipment from neighbouring organisations such as the church, community centre and other Scout Groups. Similar reciprocal arrangements exist with these organlsatlons. The Group has sufficient buildings and contents insurance In place to miligate against permanent loss. Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members. The Group through the capitation fees contributes to the Scout Associations national accident insuranc8 policy. Risk Assessrnents are undertaken before all activities. Reduced income from fund raising. The Group is primarily reliant upon income from subscriptions and fundraising. The group does hold a reserve to ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major reduction in income. The Committee could raise the value of subscriptions to increase the income to the group on an ongoing basis, either temporarily or permanently. Reductlon or loss of leaders. The group Is totally reliant upon volunteers to run and adminlster the activltles of the group. If there was a reductlon In the number of leaders to an unacceptable level in a particular section or the group as a whole then ther8 would have to be a contraction. consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenario the complete closure of the Group, Reduction or loss of members. The Group provides activities for all young people aged 6 to 18. If there was a reduction in membership in a particular section or the group as whole then there would have to be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenario Ihe complete Glosure of the Group. The group has In place systems of intemal controls that are deslgned to provlde reasonable assurance against material mismanagement or loss, these include 2 signatories for all bank payments and a comprehensive Insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered.
Section C Objectives and activities The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to sociely. Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document The Values of Scoutlng As Scouts we are guided by these values: Integrlty - We act )Mth integrity,. we are honest, trustworthy and loyal. Respect - We have self-respect and respect for others. Care- We support others and take care of the world in ich we live. Bellef - We explore our faiths. beliefs and attitudes. Co-operatlon - We make a positive difference,. we co- operate Wbth others and make friends. The Scout Method Scouting lakes place when young people, in partnershlp Ith adults, work together based on the values of Scoutlng and: enjoy what they are doing and have fun - tske part in activities indoors and outdoors learn by doing share in spiritual reflection take responsibility and make choices undertake new and ch811enging activities make and live by their Promise. Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects Addltlonal detaSls of the objeclives and activlties (optional infomiatlon but encouraged as best practlce) You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about.. policy on grantmaking., contribution made by volunteers,. policy on investments. Public benefit ststement The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit criteria under both the advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or comfwnity development headin
Section D Achievements and performance Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year Successful operation of 1 Beaver colony. 2 Cub Scout packs, 2 Scout units and an Explorer Scouts group in Wymondham, Norfolk, encompassing over 100 young people aged 6 -18. The Group has a number of adult volunteers and also uses the services of young people aged 14- 18 as young leaders. Further information on activities undertaken during the year can be found on our website at www.wymondham-scouls-and-guides.uk. Section E Brief statement of the charity's policy on reseNes Financial Review ReseNes Pollcy The Group's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the charitable activities of the group should income and fundraising activities fall short. The Group Executive Committee considers that the group should hold a sum equivalent to 6 months running costs and calculate this to be circa £15,000. The Group held reserves of £17.925 at year end vthich 18 considered adequate. Quantify and explain any designations Details of any funds materially in deficit (circurrtstances plus steps to éliminate) Further financial review details (optional information) You may choose to Include additional information, where relevant, about: the charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising); nves men cy The Group does not have sufficient funds to invest in longe temi investments. The Group has therefore adopted a risk averse strategy to the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies. Section F Other Optional Information Plans for future periods (details of any significant aGtivities planned to achieve them) The group continues to grow., with plans to reopen the Thursday Beaver colony and potentlally start wnning a Squirrels section for those aged 4 - 6.
Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees SATHIKA 8OUTONG ANGELA GRIMMER Chairperson Secretary