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2025-06-30-accounts

Abundance Arts

(A Company Limited by Guarantee)

Company No. 04042960 Charity No. 1086496

Report and financial statements

For the year ended

30 June 2025

Report and financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2025

Abundance Arts

Contents Page
Reference and administrative information 1
Trustees’ annual report 2 - 7
Independent examiners' report 8
Statement of financial activities 9
(incorporating an income and expenditure account)
Balance sheet 10
Notes to the financial statements 11 - 16

Abundance Arts Reference and administrative information For the year ended 30 June 2025

Trustees: Giles Rolph (Chair/Trustee)
Eleanor Longland (Trustee)
Doris ODriscoll (Trustee)
Company number: 04042960
Charity number: 1086496
Registered office: Canalside House,
383 Ladbroke Grove,
London W10 5AA
Independent examiner: Goldwins Limited
75 Maygrove Road
West Hampstead
London NW6 2EG
www.goldwins.co.uk

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Abundance Arts

Trustees’ annual report For the year ended 30 June 2025

The trustees, who are also directors under company law, present their report and financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2025.

The trustees confirm that the financial statements comply with current statutory requirements, the memorandum and articles of association and the Statement of Recommended Practice - Accounting and Reporting by Charities: SORP applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with FRS 102.

Structure, Governance and Management

(As Set Out by Memorandum and Articles of Association for a Charitable Company)

Subject to the provision of the Act, the Memorandum and Articles and to any directions given by special resolution, the business of the charity shall be managed by the trustees who may exercise all the power of the Charity. No alteration of the Memorandum or the Articles

And no such direction shall invalidate any prior act of the trustees, which would have been valid if that alteration has not been made or that direction had not been given. The power given by the articles shall not be limited by any special power given to trustees by articles and a meeting of trustees at which a quorum is present may exercise all power exercisable by trustees.

In addition to all powers hereby expressly conferred upon them and without detracting from the generality of their powers under the articles the trustees shall have the following powers namely:

Proceedings of trustees

The trustees may appoint one or more sub committees consisting of three or more trustees for the purpose of making an inquiry or supervising or performing any function or duty which in the opinion of the trustees would be more conveniently undertaken or carried or carried out by a sub-committee: provided that all acts and proceedings of any sub-committees shall be fully and promptly reported to the trustees.

Annual General Meeting

The Charity shall hold an annual general meeting each year in addition to any other meetings in that year, and specify the meeting as such in notices calling it.

Day to day Management

The organisation is managed on a day-to-day basis by the trustees and Art Director / Facilitator. Who works on a freelance basis, alongside volunteers. The Arts workshops and performance services offered by the organisation are lead by highly qualified freelance artist/tutors brought in according to each project requirement.

Risk Management

The trustees have a risk management strategy, which comprises:

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Abundance Arts

Trustees’ annual report For the year ended 30 June 2025

This work has identified a few risks. Attention has focused on financial stability and arising from lack of long term funding support. Other risks such as fire, health and safety of artists and audiences are covered by company health and safety policies, DBS (criminal records bureau checks) and public liability policies as required by law, and good practical quality assurance procedures for voluntary groups and charities put in place by the organisation.

Objectives and Activities

The objects of the charity are:

Abundance Arts aim to advance the education of the public in the arts in particular through workshops and performances. So as to promote the development of public appreciation of rhythm, dance, arts, crafts, the aural tradition and the wealth of the culture of Africa and the Diaspora, and in so doing provide training, skills sharing, improve Wellbeing, cultural exchange and inspire celebration through participation and learning.

ACHIEVEMENT / PERFORMANCE

Main Activities Undertaken for the Public Benefit

Community Reach

We have continued expanding our provision across digital learning, creative wellbeing, and outdoor engagement. Programmes were delivered through: Holiday activities alone supported more than 300 families, alongside delivery in:

Weekly & Ongoing Services - Learning & Digital Provision

Outdoor & Environmental Programmes

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Abundance Arts

Trustees’ annual report For the year ended 30 June 2025

July 2024 – June 2025

Abundance Arts remains proud to be a deeply community-led organisation, rooted in local need and shaped by the voices of the people we serve. Over the past year, we have continued to make a positive and lasting difference, directly engaging and supporting more than 2,000 children, young people, families, women, and elders across our neighbourhoods.

Working across the London Boroughs of Brent, Westminster, and Kensington & Chelsea (RBKC), our creative, wellbeing, and learning programmes have provided safe, welcoming spaces where residents can connect, build confidence, develop skills, and improve their physical and emotional wellbeing. Our work has remained especially vital as communities continue to recover from the social and emotional impact of the pandemic and ongoing cost-of-living pressures.

Through arts, culture, education, and wellbeing activities, we have supported individuals experiencing isolation, anxiety, financial hardship, and barriers to opportunity — helping people feel reconnected, empowered, and inspired.

Key Projects and Programmes Delivered -, - Grenfell Women’s Wellbeing Project

We delivered a dedicated therapeutic wellbeing programme supporting local women from the Grenfell-affected community. Through creative expression, gentle art activities, group reflection, and social connection sessions, participants were able to share experiences in a safe and nurturing environment.

Sessions focused on emotional healing, relaxation, confidence building, and peer support. The programme helped reduce isolation while strengthening friendships and trust among participants.

Participant feedback:

“These sessions give us peace of mind. We feel listened to, supported, and uplifted when we come together.”

Horniman Museum Clay Modelling & Family Workshops

In partnership with the Horniman Museum, we facilitated hands-on clay modelling and family craft workshops inspired by cultural exhibitions, including the Benin Redisplay.

Families explored heritage themes through sculpture, storytelling, and tactile making. The intergenerational format encouraged parents and children to learn together while strengthening cultural pride, creativity, and museum engagement.

Parent feedback:

“It was wonderful creating something meaningful as a family — we learned so much while having fun.”

Better Brighter Brent – Community & Youth Project

Our year-long Better Brent initiative provided structured youth and family activities promoting wellbeing, learning, and community connection.

Provision included:

Young people developed confidence, teamwork, and resilience, while parents valued accessible educational and enrichment support.

Parent feedback:

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Abundance Arts

Trustees’ annual report For the year ended 30 June 2025

SEND Inclusive Music – Brighter Futures Project

Our Brighter Futures programme delivered inclusive music sessions for Deaf, Disabled, and neurodivergent young people. Participants explored:

The project nurtured self-expression, communication skills, and sensory engagement, culminating in recorded pieces and a celebratory sharing event.

Teacher feedback:

“The sessions were fully inclusive and joyful — our young people were engaged, focused, we feel so proud of their achievements.” QE 2 SEND school – Westminster SEND federation

Roller Skating - FUN FIT Confidence Project - Through our Roller Skating Confidence sessions at Roller Nation and Fun Fit activity venues, young people took part in structured skating experiences designed to build physical confidence and resilience.

Many participants were first-time skaters. With guidance and encouragement, they developed balance, coordination, and self-belief in a lively, supportive environment.

Young participant: “I was scared at first, but now I can skate on my own — it made me feel brave.”

Holiday Activities & Food (HAF) Programme Funded through Young Westminster Foundation LB Westminster and the Department for Education, our HAF provision supported children and families during school holidays with healthy food, social enriching, and engaging activities, improving wellbeing and learning Programmes included:

These experiences supported social development, physical activity, creative learning, and access to new opportunities for children who may otherwise face holiday isolation.

Parent feedback:

“The trips and activities gave my children something positive to look forward to, so nice— they came home happy every day.”

Some of Our Impactful Service Provision

(Including Grenfell Women’s Project & Ladies Tea & Talk)

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Abundance Arts Trustees’ annual report For the year ended 30 June 2025

 � School-Based Workshops – 12

(Including QE2 & College Park SEND Schools)

Ongoing - Inspiring Feedback Our impact – “The weekly Maths supports us parents who can't normally afford this kind of focus tuition for our children, especially if you have more than one child who needs extra help, this is great. It is learning and empowerment for our children and young people.” Linda – Our Art Club Parent

Continuing Action Points – Plans & Vision

Many Thanks to Our Partners

Abundance Arts remains committed to grassroots community development — improving education, wellbeing, creativity, and opportunity for local residents.

Our work would not be possible without the collaboration of our valued partners across schools, community organisations, cultural institutions, and public services. Together, we continue to reach and uplift thousands of individuals each year.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our trustees, volunteers, facilitators, and delivery staff whose dedication keeps our mission thriving. Their passion ensures we continue supporting communities where the need is Again greatest.

With Special Thanks to:

National Youth Agency · Bi-Borough Short Breaks . RBKC · Young Westminster Foundation · LB Westminster · QE2 School · College Park SEND School · STEM Ambassadors · Wembley Park · John Lyons Charity · Phoenix Outdoor Centre · Tate Britain · Westminster University · Harlesden Library · Social Prescribers · NCVO · WAND UK · Full of Life · Natural Fragrance Company · St Quintin SEND Centre · Baraka Community · Department for Education · OPDC · Royal Festival Hall ·

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Trustees’ annual report For the year ended 30 June 2025

Abundance Arts

Statement of responsibilities of the trustees

The trustees (who are also directors of the charitable company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the trustees’ annual 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 charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to:

The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable company 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 charitable company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

The trustees are responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the corporate and financial information included on the charitable company's website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.

Statement as to disclosure to our independent examiners

In so far as the trustees are aware:

The trustees’ annual report has been approved by the trustees on …13 / 03 / 2026……..

and signed on their behalf by;

…………………………………….

Giles Rolph

Trustee

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Independent examiners’ report To the trustees of Abundance Arts For the year ended 30 June 2025

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the company for the year ended 30 June 2025.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity’s trustees of the company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 (‘the 2006 Act’).

Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of your charity’s accounts as carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the 2011 Act’). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner’s statement

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe:

  1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by section 386 of the 2006 Act; or

  2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or

  3. the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the 2006 Act 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; or

  4. the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102).

I have no concerns 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 understanding of the accounts to be reached.

A thn ory Epteon

Anthony Epton BA FCA CTA FCIE Goldwins Chartered accountants 75 Maygrove Road West Hampstead London NW6 2EG

16 March 2026

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ABUNDANCE ARTS Statement of financial activities (including Income and Expenditure Account) For the year ended 30 June 2025

Note
Income from:
Donations
Total income
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
2
Total expenditure
Net income / (expenditure) for the
year
3
Net movement in funds
Reconciliation of funds:
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Total funds brought forward
Total funds carried forward		 Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Total
funds
Total
funds
2025
2025
2025
2024
£
£
£
£
41,485
26,068
67,553
81,351
41,485
26,068
67,553
81,351
51,797
26,068
77,865
64,997
51,797
26,068
77,865
64,997
(10,312)
-
(10,312)
16,354
(10,312)
-
(10,312)
16,354
33,446
-
33,446
17,092
23,134
-
23,134
33,446

All of the above results are derived from continuing activities.

There were no recognised gains or losses other than those stated above.

The attached notes form part of these financial statements.

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ABUNDANCE ARTS Balance sheet As at 30 June 2025

2025 2025 2024 2024
Note £ £ £ £
Fixed assets 5 1,224 2,448
Current assets:
Cash at bank and in hand 23,410 32,498
23,410 32,498
Liabilities:
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 6 (1,500) (1,500)
Net current assets 21,910 30,998
Total net assets 23,134 33,446
Funds 8
Restricted funds - -
Unrestricted funds 23,134 33,446
Total funds 23,134 33,446

For the year ending 30 June 2025 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies. The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006. The trustees acknowledge their responsibility for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial statements.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the special provisions for small companies under Part15 of the Companies Act 2006.

Approved by the trustees on …13 / 03 / 2026………………and signed on their behalf by:

Giles Rolph Trustee

Company registration number: 04042960

The attached notes form part of the financial statements.

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ABUNDANCE ARTS Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2025

1 Accounting policies

a) Basis of preparation

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with 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) - (Charities SORP FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.

The charitable company meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy or note.

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 £.

b) Going concern

The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charitable company's ability to continue as a going concern. The trustees do not consider that there are any sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting date that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next reporting period.

c) Income

Income is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the income have been met, it is probable that the income will be received and that the amount can be measured reliably.

d) Interest receivable

Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured

reliably by the charity; this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the bank.

e) Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds are available to spend on activities that further any of the purposes of charity. Designated funds are unrestricted funds of the charity which the trustees have decided at their discretion to set aside to use for a specific purpose. Restricted funds are donations which the donor has specified are to be solely used for particular areas of the charity’s work or for specific projects being undertaken by the charity.

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ABUNDANCE ARTS Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2025

1 Accounting policies (continued)

f) Expenditure and irrecoverable VAT

activities undertaken to further the purposes of the charity and their associated support costs. ● Other expenditure represents those items not falling into any other heading.

Irrecoverable VAT is charged as a cost against the activity for which the expenditure was incurred.

g) Allocation of support costs

Support costs are those functions that assist the work of the charity but do not directly undertake charitable activities. Support costs include back office costs, finance, personnel, payroll and governance costs which support the charity and its and activities. These costs have been allocated between cost of raising funds and expenditure on charitable activities. The bases on which support costs have been allocated are set out in note 2.

h) Tangible fixed assets

Items of equipment are capitalised where the purchase price exceeds £500. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write down the cost of each asset to its estimated residual value over its expected useful life. The depreciation rates in use are as follows:

Fixtures and fittings Over 5 years straight line basis Computer equipment Over 5 years straight line basis

i) Debtors

Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.

j) Cash at bank and in hand

Cash at bank and cash in hand includes cash and short term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.

k) Creditors and provisions

Creditors and provisions are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors and provisions are normally recognised at their settlement amount after allowing for any trade discounts due.

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ABUNDANCE ARTS Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2025

l) Financial instruments

The charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

k) Cash at bank and in hand

Cash at bank and cash in hand includes cash and short term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.

l) Creditors and provisions

Creditors and provisions are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors and provisions are normally recognised at their settlement amount after allowing for any trade discounts due.

m) Financial instruments

The charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

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ABUNDANCE ARTS Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2025

2 Analysis of expenditure

Charitable Support Governance 2025 2024
Basis of allocation Activities costs costs Total Total
£ £ £ £
Staff & Volunteers Direct 36,765 - - 36,765 23,120
Performance Cost Direct 5,250 - - 5,250 15,323
Admin Direct 15,336 - - 15,336 12,430
Premises Direct 15,805 - - 15,805 5,150
Art Material Direct 1,985 - - 1,985 6,250
Independent Examination Fee Direct - - 1,500 1,500 1,500
Depreciation Direct - 1,224 - 1,224 1,224
75,141 1,224 1,500 77,865 64,997
Support costs 1,224 (1,224) - -
Governance costs 1,500 (1,500) -
Total expenditure 2025 77,865 - - 77,865
Total expenditure 2024 64,997 - - - 64,997

Of the total expenditure, £51,797 was unrestricted (2024: £26,786) and £26,068 was restricted (2024: £38,211).

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ABUNDANCE ARTS Notes to the financial statements For the year ended 30 June 2025

3 Net income / (expenditure) for the year

This is stated after charging / (crediting):
Depreciation
Independent Examination Fee		 2025
2024
£
£
1,224
1,224
1,500
1,400

4 Taxation

The charitable company is exempt from tax as all its income is charitable and is applied for charitable purposes.

5 Tangible fixed assets

Cost
Depreciation
Net book value
At the end of the year
At the start of the year
Disposals in year
At the end of the year
At the start of the year
Charge for the year
At the start of the year
Additions in year
Eliminated on disposal
At the end of the year		 Computer
Equipment
Art
Equipment
Total
£
£
£
5,170
950
6,120
-
-
-
-
-
-
5,170
950
6,120
3,102
570
3,672
1,034
190
1,224
-
-
-
4,136
760
4,896
1,034
190
1,224
2,068
380
2,448

All of the above assets are used for charitable purposes.

6 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year

Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Accruals 2025
2024
£
£
1,500
1,500
1,500
1,500

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For the year ended 30 June 2025

ABUNDANCE ARTS Notes to the financial statements

7 Analysis of net assets between funds - current year

Fixed assets
Net current assets
Net assets at the end of the year		 General
unrestricted
Restricted
Total
funds
£
£
£
1,224
-
1,224
21,910
-
21,910
23,134
-
23,134

8 Movements in funds

Restricted funds
Community and holiday activity fund
Total restricted funds
General funds
Total unrestricted funds
Total funds
Movements in funds - previous year
Restricted funds
Community and holiday activity fund
Total restricted funds
General funds
Total unrestricted funds
Total funds		 At the start
of the year
Income &
gains
Expenditure
& losses
At the end
of the year
£
£
£
£
-
26,068
(26,068)
-
-
26,068
(26,068)
-
33,446
41,485
(51,797)
23,134
33,446
41,485
(51,797)
23,134
33,446
67,553
(77,865)
23,134
At the start
of the year
Income &
gains
Expenditure
& losses
At the end
of the year
£
£
£
£
-
38,211
(38,211)
-
-
38,211
(38,211)
-
17,092
43,140
(26,786)
33,446
17,092
43,140
(26,786)
33,446
17,092
81,351
(64,997)
33,446

9 Legal status of the charity

The charity is a company limited by guarantee and has no share capital. Each member is liable to contribute a sum not exceeding £1 in the event of the charity being wound up.

10 Related party transactions

There are no related party transactions to disclose for the year (2024: none).

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