Charity Registration No. 1044256
Company Registration No. 03012433 (England and Wales)
CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
TRUSTEES' REPORT AND UNAUDITED ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
CONTENTS
| Page | |
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| Trustees' report | 1 - 4 |
| Independent examiners' report | 5 |
| Statement of financial activities | 6 |
| Balance sheet | 7 |
| Notes to the accounts | 8 - 10 |
| Detailed statement of financial activities | 11 - 12 |
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CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
TRUSTEES' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
The trustees present their report and accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the accounts and comply with the charitable company's governing document, the Companies Act 2006 and the Statement of Recommended Practice, "Accounting and Reporting by Charities", issued in March 2005.
Structure, governance and management
The charitable company is a company limited by guarantee and is a registered Charity.
| Board of Trustees | Michael Connell | |
|---|---|---|
| Deborah Dickinson | ||
| Alison Wayman | ||
| Lorna McGinty (Chair) | ||
| Danielle Battersby | ||
| Mahnoor Anees Khan | ||
| Faye Kamsika (appointed 27 April 2023) | ||
| Company Secretary | Jessica Woodhead | |
| Registered Office | 5 Slant Gate | |
| Linthwaite | ||
| Huddersfield | ||
| HD7 5RQ | ||
| Charity Number | 1044256 | |
| Company Number | 03012433 | |
| Reporting Accountants | TaxAssist Accountants | |
| 1stFloor, Midland House | ||
| 77 Huddersfield Road | ||
| Mirfield | ||
| WF14 8BL | ||
| Bankers | HSBC | |
| 2 Cloth Hall Street | ||
| Huddersfield | ||
| HD1 2ES | ||
| Staff Members | Lauren Ash | Creative Projects Director |
| Vicky Storey | Creative Projects Director | |
| Jessica Woodhead | Creative Projects Director | |
| Carly Clarke | Creative Projects Director | |
| Mandeep Samra | Creative Projects Director | |
| Ruth Dyer | Artist/Facilitator |
Chol: Igniting a creative revolution where every young person feels powerful, valued and connected.
What we do
We co-create theatre in everyday community and educational spaces with children and young people from early years to early career. Our practice increases artistic skills, creativity and confidence bringing the arts into the heart of local communities.
How we do it
Chol is a charity and a company limited by guarantee. Our trustees are legally responsible for the work of the organisation. However, day to day running of the charity is delegated to the Chol-Operative. This radical company model is a flat structure, with equal pay, a commitment to diversity, and action led research. The Chol-Operative co-
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creates the programme of activities with children, young people and partners. We now design, deliver and reflect on all of our work through an anti-racist approach, our Strive practice.
Strive
The initiative has now evolved to be a crucial element that we embed in our whole programme of work. We are committed to developing this framework throughout 2023/24 to constructively interrogate our purpose, vision, values and approach to our programme of work, our company structures, our working culture, policies and approach to recruitment. It is a journey, not a tickbox.
Message from Ally Wayman & Faye Kamsika, on behalf of the board of trustees.
This year has been one of change, challenge and reflection for Chol. We have continued to develop the CholOperative model into a dynamic, balanced company that reflects our core belief in acting with radical kindness. This process has proved the individual company members to be generous and inspirational experts in their field, and as co-chairs we are so proud to be supporting them in their creation of brand new, exciting work. This is being realised in schools, communities and through consultancy work UK-wide which is further establishing Chol’s reputation in areas such as leading quality arts education, to the celebration of diverse communities’ stories.
We are delighted that Chol has been recognised by Arts Council England as we have been welcomed back into the National Portfolio of Organisations 2023-2026. The future for Chol feels exciting and positive. This is especially appropriate this year as a new generation has – literally – been born. As Chairs we would like to recognise the way all the members of the Chol-Operative have supported each other producing projects of depth and integrity while covering maternity leaves and rebalancing priorities. While this has made us re-visit our finances and look at what is realistic as well as possible, we believe the company has emerged stronger and more united. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Lorna McGinty for her immense work as Chair of Chol through the very difficult Lockdown and post Covid period. Our heartfelt thanks extend to everyone who has supported Chol with their time, knowledge and good will.
Artistic highlights:
From April 2022-March 2023 we:
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worked with 4749 children in schools across Yorkshire
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delivered creative professional development workshops to 458 educators and artists
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toured 16 different community settings with the Cholavan delivering workshops to over 979 young people and their families
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ran 2 Young Producer Programmes working with 12 young people to gain real life creative work experience
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- worked with 72 community participants to develop and perform 3 Oral History Projects
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supported 21 arts education projects in creative organisations and educational settings with high quality evaluation to develop their learning
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were instrumental in 62 CYP gaining Arts Award in Explore and Silver
Caring & Creative Curriculums: This is the first full year of Chol’s new Caring & Creative Schools programme supported by Paul Hamlyn Foundation. As part of this work we partnered with 16 schools working directly with children and training teachers, we connected with arts education organisations across the region, taught at universities and began our focused evaluation and research into caring practices. This project has enabled us to launch our bold ten year strategy to put Yorkshire on the map for its innovative reimagining of education through creativity and care.
Heritage & Culture: A trio of new heritage plays have been developed and performed with communities through oral histories and storytelling. A Flock of Stories is a play about women and the 1984 miners strike, made in collaboration with RSPB and funded by Heritage Lottery. An Irish Welcome is a celebration of the Irish community in Huddersfield and was developed as part of HSHAZ and funded by Historic England. Finally, Three Pound in my Pocket is a new outdoor performance sharing stories of partition and the journeys made to Yorkshire commissioned by Let’s Go Yorkshire, funded by ACE & Kirklees Council.
Social Arts: Listen 52 was our arts engagement and youth leadership project in Sheffield co-created with children and young people (CYP), culminating in a performance at Site Gallery in July 2022. The Young Producer Internship model provided 10 young people with paid creative career development over a 6 month period. This dynamic performance, a culmination of months of work with the Young Producers and CYP across Sheffield, was a vibrant showcase of their
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voices, concerns, and fears. The audience was treated to an immersive experience that delved into future issues and urgent topics, igniting a powerful call to action.
Finance & Fundraising
The charity relies on project grants, fee earning work, commissions, and donations from individuals. We successfully wrapped up an Arts Council England project grant in September 2022 (£49,855) and secured National Portfolio Organisation funding for 4 years starting on 1st April 2023 (£380,000). We are approaching the final two years of funding on a current project with Paul Hamlyn Foundation (total grant of £325,000 over 4 years). We were also successful in gaining another grant from Arts Council England’s Lets Create Jubilee fund (£7,450) to develop Barnsley’s Days of Joy in summer 2022.
In addition we were commissioned by PHF to deliver evaluation consultancy to PHF funded projects across the UK (£45,260), Kirklees council and Historic England to lead on and deliver on Kirklees the High Street Heritage Action Zone (£20,800), and finally Kirklees Council to deliver summer camp provision in communities (£11,269). This was supplemented by Individual donations of £1,601.65, and earned income of £81,257.
We have reduced our reserves by £11,012 and therefore ended the year with unrestricted reserves of £36,312.
Thanks to our Partners and freelancers:
Paul Hamlyn Foundation, Stephanie Sim of Arts Council England, Steph Green of Stage Directions, Lisa Stephenson of Leeds Beckett University, John Lambe and Nigel Hunston of Kirklees Council, Tiffany Haigh of Kirklees Libraries, Chloe Williams of The Children's Art School, Sarah Godfrey of Chula, Dr Becky Parry, Lauren Townsend, Liz Harding and Jayne Wood of RSPB at Old Moor, Paul Floyd Blake, Emma Williams, Joe Gilmour-Rees, Tamar Draper, Beccy Dye, Paul Bateson, Grace Darbyshire, Alex Barrett, Abbey Walters, Trevor Grossett, Sean Lovell, Zac Doughty, Jess - Gray, Peter Martin of Site Gallery, Kerry Lindeque, Sheffield College, Fusion, Evoke, Create Sheffield, Kathy Coates Mohammedof Shape North, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Bob Mynors, Chris Reece & Marcia Layne of Sheffield Volunteer Libraries, Rebecca Maddox, Katie Ponting of Barnsley Libraries, Jack Riley and Barnsley Youth Theatre, Jude Holland of Barnsley Museums, Nicola Harding, Emma jackson, The Rockingham Brass Band, Barnsley Brass Band. Our partner schools; Wellhouses, Chellow Heights, Kings Oak, East Bierley , Coleridge and Boniface.
On behalf of the board of trustees.
Lorna McGinty, Chair of Chol
Dated …………………………..
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CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
TO THE TRUSTEES OF CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
I report on the accounts of the charitable company for the year ended 31 March 2023, which are set out on pages 4 to 8.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The trustees, who are also the directors of Chol International Arts for the purposes of company law, are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011, the 2011 Act, and that an independent examination is needed.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
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(i) examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act;
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(ii) to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
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(iii) 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 a 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 not 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 examiner's statement
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(a) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
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(i) to keep accounting records in accordance with section 386 of the Companies Act 2006; and
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(ii) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of 396 of the Companies Act 2006 and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities;
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(b) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
TaxAssist Accountants 1[st] Floor, Midland House 77 Huddersfield Road Mirfield WF14 8BL
Dated: …………………………
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CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
| Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Notes £ £ Incoming resources from generated funds Charitable income 2 148,919 - Investment income 3 215 - 149,134 - Income received from charitable resources - 113,588 Total incoming resources 149,134 113,588 Resources expended Charitable activities Charitable activities expenditure 88,418 113,588 Other resources expended 71,728 - Total resources expended 160,146 113,588 Net movement in funds (11,012) - Fund balances at 1 April 2022 47,324 - Fund balances at 31 March 2023 36,312 - |
Total 2023 £ 148,919 215 149,134 113,588 262,722 202,006 71,728 273,734 (11,012) 47,324 36,312 |
Total 2022 £ 129,194 8 |
|---|---|---|
| 129,202 128,711 |
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| 257,913 | ||
| 166,653 68,887 |
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| 235,540 | ||
| 22,373 24,951 |
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| 47,324 |
The statement of financial activities also complies with the requirements for an income and expenditure account under the Companies Act 2006.
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CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MARCH 2023
| 2023 Notes £ Fixed assets Tangible assets 6 Current assets Debtors 7 4,066 Cash at bank and in hand 56,075 60,141 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 8 (29,524) Net current assets Total assets less current liabilities Income funds Restricted funds Unrestricted funds |
2022 £ £ 5,695 12,298 70,915 83,213 (42,407) 30,617 36,312 - 36,312 36,312 |
£ 6,518 40,806 |
|---|---|---|
| 47,324 | ||
| - 47,324 |
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| 47,324 |
The company is entitled to the exemption from the audit requirement contained in section 477 of the Companies Act 2006, for the year ended 31 March 2023. No member of the company has deposited a notice, pursuant to section 476, requiring an audit of these accounts.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for ensuring that the company keeps accounting records which comply with section 386 of the Act and for preparing accounts which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company as at the end of the financial year and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for the financial year in accordance with the requirements of sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to accounts, so far as applicable to the company.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the special provisions relating to small companies within Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006.
The accounts were approved by the Board on ……………………..
Alison Wayman Lorna McGinty
Company Registration No. 03012433
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CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
1 Accounting policies
1.1 Basis of preparation
The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards, the Statement of Recommended Practice, "Accounting and Reporting by Charities", issued in March 2005 and the Companies Act 2006.
1.2 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets other than freehold land are stated at cost less depreciation. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost less estimated residual value of each asset over its expected useful life, as follows:
2 Charitable income
| 2023 | 2022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | ||
| Donations and gifts | 1,602 | 2,024 | |
| Earned Income | 147,317 | 127,170 | |
| 148,919 | 129,194 | ||
| 3 | Investment income | ||
| 2023 | 2022 | ||
| £ | £ | ||
| Interest receivable | 215 | 8 |
4 Trustees
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2023 nor for the year ended 31 March 2022.
During the year £546 was paid in trustees’ expenses (2022: £257.54).
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CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
5 Employees
Number of employees
The average monthly number of employees during the year was:
| 2023 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Number | Number | |
| Full time | 4 | 4 |
| Employment costs | 2023 | 2023 |
| £ | £ | |
| Wages, salaries & National Insurance | 110,432 | 119,653 |
| Employer pension costs | 2,839 | 2,530 |
| 113,271 | 122,183 |
There were no employees whose annual remuneration was £60,000 or more.
6 Tangible fixed assets
| Motor Vehicles Freehold property Plant and machinery Fixtures and fittings £ £ £ £ Cost At 1 April 2022 2,392 2,294 3,318 16,648 Additions in the year - - - - At 31 March 2023 2,392 2,294 3,318 16,648 Depreciation At 1 April 2022 498 - 3,166 14,470 Charge for the year 473 - 23 327 At 31 March 2023 971 - 3,189 14,797 Net book value At 31 March 2023 1,421 2,294 129 1,851 At 31 March 2022 1,894 2,294 152 2,178 7 Debtors 2023 £ Trade debtors 3,048 Prepayments and accrued income 1,018 4,066 |
Total £ 24,652 - |
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| 24,652 | |
| 18,134 823 |
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| 18,957 | |
| 5,695 | |
| 6,518 | |
| 2022 £ 12,298 - |
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| 12,298 |
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CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
| 8 | Creditors: amounts falling due within one year | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | ||
| Trade creditors | 1,443 | - | |
| Accruals | 1,719 | 2,130 | |
| Deferred income | 29,083 | 37,010 | |
| Other taxes and social security | (3,471) | 2,689 | |
| Other creditors | 750 | 578 | |
| 29,524 | 42,407 | ||
| Included in Deferred income above are the following grants received during the year: | |||
| Paul Hamlyn Foundation | 27,083 | 27,083 | |
| Kirklees Council – Windrush Project | - | 4,000 | |
| Listen 52 Project | - | 5,927 | |
| Creative Minds | 2,000 | - | |
| 9 | Pension and other post-retirement benefit commitments | ||
| Defined contribution | |||
| 2023 | 2022 | ||
| £ | £ | ||
| Contributions payable by the company for the year | 2,839 | 2,530 |
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CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
| INCOMING RESOURCES Activities for generating funds Earned Income Donations and gifts Investment Income Deposit account interest Incoming resources from charitable activities Arts Council Grants for the Arts Paul Hamlyn Foundation Oher Grants Total incoming resources Resources expended Charitable activities Wages & national insurance Pension contributions Project workers Telephone Postage and stationery Travel and motor expenses Documentation and marketing IT costs Cholavan Motor expenses Support costs Management Wages & national insurance Pension contributions Rent, rates and insurance Bank charges Interest charges Sundries and hospitality Training Repairs Carried forward |
Total 2023 £ 147,317 1,602 148,919 215 25,869 65,000 22,719 113,588 262,722 60,453 1,554 132,707 1,265 41 469 1,592 460 3,465 202,006 49,979 1,285 989 328 11 - 880 72 53,544 |
Total 2022 £ 127,170 2,024 129,194 8 19,000 89,917 19,794 128,711 257,913 62,426 1,279 94,324 890 78 323 2,481 - 4,852 166,653 57,227 1,251 1,610 302 - 35 - - 60,088 |
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CHOL INTERNATIONAL ARTS
DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
| Brought forward Office costs Admin costs Accountancy Professional fees Plant and machinery depreciation Fixtures and fittings depreciation Motor vehicles depreciation Total resources expended Net (loss) / income for the year |
53,544 645 15,582 1,134 - 23 327 473 71,728 273,734 (11,012) |
60,088 251 6,252 1,050 - 27 384 498 |
|---|---|---|
| 68,887 | ||
| 235,540 | ||
| 22,373 |
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