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BANG BUILDING A NEW GENERATION Company Number 4059683 Email: Charit Number 108654 Website; wearebang.com weareban .com Address: 2. Floor, 89.93 High Street, Charity Harle5den London. NWIO 4NX ANG EDUTAINMENT LTD NNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 024 . BANG 2nd Floor. 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare;, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@weareban8.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEWGENERATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction and Welcome from BANG CEO About BANG Edutalnment Overvlew Operations Informatlon 10 Programmes and Projects.,......,....,............ .10 Our Strategic Alms and Objectives 2023-24.....................................................................................11 Organisatlonal Operatlons................................................................................................ .16 Our Achievements in 2023-2024 16 Actlvltles, Achievements, Performance....................................................................... Public Benefit- Partnerships and Pollcy..................... FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING MARCH 2024 .17 ..30 34 Independent examiner's report to the trustees....... Notes to the Accounts........................ .34 ..39 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harle5den, London, NWIO 4NX weare , .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEWGENERATION Introduction and Welcome from BANG CEO Greeting and Blessings, It Is my pleasure to introduce this report as the CEO of BANG Edutainment. As we celebrate our 25th annlversary, we reflect on how BANG has evolved Into an organ15ation rooted In local communitle5. knowledge and a deep commitment to dellvery of posltlve outcomes throu8h our relatlonships and programrnes and by supporting emerging leaders, Over the past quarter-century, we've not only Impacted lives locally but have also for8ed partnerships globallyi Standlng In 501idaritywithyoung people and community leaders around the world. 2023-24 has been a particularly challenging year for many children and youn8 people, 8lven the widespread conflict and upheaval across the globe. In these tSme5 of uncertalnty, strong and steady guidance is more critical than ever. At BANG, we partner wSth young people so that they can lead wlthln our organisation, not just as voices, but as changemakers who embody the values of love, unlty, and empowerment. Throu8h Inltlatlves Ilke Internshlpsand our BANG Youn8 Leaders programme we provlde opportunltle5 foryoung people to step Into leadershlp roles, ensurlng they have the platform to create relatlonshlps where the values of love caTr be enacted and nurtured, Youth Power our guldlng slogan encapsulates the drivlng force of our work. The enerEY, resilience, and passion of youn8 people Inspire us to innovate and foster collaboration as we expand our Impact across Brent and beyond. A key part of our growth has been the power of partnerships Within the community. We achieve growth by working tO8ether, hand-in-hand with the people we serve. Many of us come from the very communities we support, and our 25 year5 of existence have given u5 the insi8ht and experience to build meanlngful and lasting connections. Additionally, we have developed cross-sector partnershlps wlth corporate organizations, weare BANG 2. Floor, 89 - 93 Hi8h Street, Harle5den, London, NWIO 4NX .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG WILDING A NEW GENEIIATION reinforcing our assertion that it wlll take all of u5 to effect meaningful change. These relatlonshlp5 are vital, not only for the success of our initiatives but for building strong, supportive, and healthy communltles. Wellbelng Is at the heart of everythlng we do. Promotlng healthy relationships and nurturing healthy communltles remalns central to our mlsslon as we strlve to create spaces where youn8 people can thrive. Collaboratlon continues to be a cornerstone of our ambitious strategy, and we are exclted about the future a5 we bulld on shared values and commitments. Our core value5 are of the utmost Importance to us, and it 15 through these shared principles that we continue to grow, connect, and create posltlve chan8e. We are not Simply trying to irnprove the lives of young people; we are supportin8 them to enact thelr purpose, overcome personal and social challen8es, and build communities that are more equltable and just, while creatin8 sustainable value. One Love Jennifer 08ole CEO & FOUNDER. BANG Edutalnment About BANG Edutainment BANG Board of Trustees Paul Bragman {Chair) Vlvlan Arorlode {Treasurer) Alison Crosland (Trustee) Meera Karavadra (Trustee) James Pearson {Trustee BANG 2nd Floor, 89 - 93 Hl8h street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charitv@wearebang.com I

BANG BULDI￿A NEW GENERATN)N Natalle Ann Roberts (Trustee) Paulette Harris {Trustee Secretary: Jasmine Bragman Usiskin Independent examlner Community Accountancy Self Help, 6 8evington Road, London, WIO 5TN Governance and management The charlty Is a company Ilmlted by guarantee and reglstered charlty. It is operated under the rules of its memorandum and artlcles of assoclatlon dated October 2000, as amended by special resolutlons dated April 212001, January 5 2006, Aprll 16 2007 andjuly 13 2013. It ha5 no share capital and the Ilabllityof each member In the event of wlndlng-up15 Ilmlted to £1. Overview BANG has young people at its core. It works wlth them to become community leaders that wlll effect chan8e through social enterprise. BANG does this by provldlng platform5 that will develop young people's talents and skills aswell as diverting vulnerable, at-riskyoung people away from crime and negative influences by providin8 targeted support for them and their families. BANG'S early Interventlon pro8rammes reduce the1Skellhood of engaglng Sn crime and deviance. BANG also builds confidence through internshlps and volunteerin8 that give youn8 people "real life" work experlence5 to equlpment them with the 5ki115 they need for life and careers. Vlslon A world in which all young people are valued, thriving, and contributing positively to their communities. . BANG 2. Flooi, 89 - 93 Hi8h Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare , .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILOING A NEW GENERATION Mlsslon Partnering globally to dellver world-clas5 servlces for chlldren, young people and their communities that develop skills for 1Sfe and careers; and enable them to achieve Indivldual and collective Boals ensurin8 sustalnable positive impact for all stakeholders. . BANG 2. Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BtKUlNGA NEW GEPUATION Our Values Onenes5 Care & Compassion Diversity & Inclusion Love & Respect Paiinership Truth & Right Peace & Harmonv Outcomes and Impart There are three outcome areas that efflbody BANG Edutalnment'5 {BE'5) vision, rnission and alms, they are- Young People Young people are confident, motivated, and reslllent.They can make positive Informed choices so they can achleve thelr ambitlon5 and goal5. Improved health and wellbeing {mental, emotlonal, and physical) of young people and parents/carers. Youth Power BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING AHPII GENERATIQN Young people are equipped with the necessary skills and training to Improve theirfuture employabilitv and career enhancing Skills. Young people are creative, caring and contributing to their communlties. Communltles More Iyoung}people are connected and engagin8 Wlth each other and relevant agencles. Communities better able to mana8e conflicts, bridge dlfferences and work with diversity as a strength. Communltle5 becomlnE stronger, more resilient, and able to lead In Identifylng and meetln8 thelr own needs. Parents/carers are engaged with their children, relevant agencies, and their communitles. Parentslcarers have access to tools and resources to respond to their children's needs and challenges. Parentslcarers have an Increased awareness of servlces and how to engage thern confidentlv, Improved health and wellbelng (mental, emotional, and physical) of parents and young people. . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 - 93 Hl8h Street, Harlesden, London. NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 021)8 963 95601 E: charity@weareban8.com I

BANG BUIUIING A NEWGENERATION Methods and Prlnclples There are key prlnclples, wh5ch underpin our work: Everyone can learn, and everyone can excel People are their best asset- value Is based on what an Indivldual loves and their progress on that Creativlty and culture are the Ilfeblood of actlvltles and projects We strive to deliver Services that are of the highest quality We are responsive, user and needs-led in our approach We strive to be accessible and inclusive of service users, staff, and partners We do not compete - we collaborate. We are open to partnership, Striving for wln-wln sltuatlons In all en8a8ements We strlve to dellver effective results against targets and in all our operatlon5 We are innovative and entrepreneurial, seelng opportunltles even In adverslty We create envlronments In whlch everyone is carin& learnin8, and 8rowlng Strate8lc Objectives To be a youth powered or8anisation that glve5 young people a voice in Brent. To be a leadershlp organlsatlon that Is exemplar In youth service desi8n, deliveryi and impact. To be current, responslve, and sustalnable or8anisation that addresses the key155ues and challenges experienced by young people and the communities in whlch they Ilve. To develop platforms and opportunities for youn8 people and communltle5 that use creatlve arts and culture to connect and address their personal, socio.economlc relatlonal challenges. To Use (BE'51 experience in gra55roots delivery to influence pollcy and practice and advocate foryoung people, parents, and communitles at local, national, and strate8ic levels. . BANG 2r4 Floor, 89 - 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEWGENERATICN erations Information Programmes and ProJect5 BANG Edutalnment's core competencies are In community en8a8ement, activism, and creating leaders wlthln local communitles. BANG Edutainment holds strong relatlonshlps wlthln Brent, it has galned trust and respett from all commlsslonlng sources and itsclientgroup, young people. This is shown through extensive partnershlp worklng across statutory and non.statutory organisatlons, BANG GRAMME '41? BANG The servlces BE offers fall within the six key programme areas, as detalled in the above dia8ram. Our outcomes and impact on Young People, Youth Power and Communities are achleved through dellvery of specific projects wlthln these programme areas. 10 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDI￿A IEWGENERATION BE projects fall under 4 key areas, as hi8hli8hted in the dia8ram below. By focusing on these 4 key areas. we can deliver project5 that meet the Specific needs of our service users. STACKS Creative Therapy 1-2-1 or Group creative therapy using art, dance, drama, and muslc. Flnancial Llteracy. Leadership. Entrepreneurship. Emotional support Ireslllence and development). Conflict resolution. Parent Hub (Advocacy• famlly conflict). Mentoring and Coachlng Skllls Development Upskllllng young people for future career development. 1-2-1 or Group settin8 to help Identlfy aspiration. Skllled Facilitators. Structured in house Internship pro8rammes In areas such as marketln8, therapy support. Removing barriers to attainment. Our Strateglc Alms and Objectlves 2023-24 BANG is a charity focused on youth power wlth young people at its core, it is a reco8nisable brand for youth voice in its current areas ofoperation. Due to thls BANG is Increasing leadership and entrepreneurship of young people in their communitie5 drivin8 fonNard and challenglng negative perceptions of youth and developlng skllls for Ilfe. Our strategic aims and objectives in the last reportlng perlod have stretched over key areas.. 11 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 - 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden. london, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BIADING ANEWGENERATIDN Strateglc Alms Strateglc Goals Strateglc Lead Tlmellne Aim I: Bulldlng 1.1 To pilot and incubate innovative approaches to tacklin8 key social Delivery of project5: sfACKS and SPM Live and on going Skllls and glvlng youn8 people the tools that i55ues. they need to be proartlve, RISEUP to bulld financial pursue thelr literacy, leadership and soclal and career entrepreneurship development Stacks- DL 1.2 To dl8itise projects so that they can be repllcated DL Alm 2: Facllltate 2.1 Build the leadershlp ski115 and capacity of Iyoung) people and the wider community SPM Live and on 80in8 Youth leadershlp and Youth volce 2.2 Support enterprise social DL development, includln8 direct incubation of new enterprise start- ups throu8h delivery of RiseUP. 12 . BANG 2rnd Floor, 89 ~ 93 Hlgh Street. Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILD114G A P4EWI%NÉRATI)N Alm 3.1 Fundraising from trusts CEO Live and on going Fundraislng and and charities to meet core Dlverslflcatlon of and project costs Income 3.2 Develop strategic partnership5 for corporate future funding needs Alm 4: Dlgltal Transformatlon Organisational Building DL Live and on golng development robust systems and processes for operations and mana8ement that improve effectiveness and efficienry. Alm 5: Influence 5.1 Conduct grassroots research throu8h service Users. capture and share findin85 on key issues that affect youth 5PM Llve and on golng pollcy and support systemlc chan8e 5.2 Advocate for the local community with the 8oal of brldgSn8 the gap between authorities/agencieslpolScy {local council, makers police) stakeholders community 13 . BANG 2r4 Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILtMNG A NEWGENERATIQN Aim 6.1 To achieve SFEDI and SPM 202412S Accredltatlon Brent accreditation as well and Charity as London Youth Quality Mark status. Quallty Mark The following short- and medlum-term goals descrlbe how 8E wlll meet the 5trate8ic aims outlined above. Short Term Plans On80in8 scopin8 and application for funding to stablllse Its core costs, partlcularly staffing. Fundlng will ensure salary stability and trainin8 and development needs are met. Di8itisatlon of all BE programmes and systems Further development of the website and soclal medla, makln8 these a platform for opportunltles for young people and their voice. Successful dellvery of projects In response to fundlng achieved to meet immedlate and local needs. BE understands the Importance of secure and stable leadershlp and has a core leadership team that can drive the or8anisation forward to reach Its outcomes. Monitorln8 and evaluatin8 of servlce and programrnes provi5ions- demonstratlng Income. 14 BANG 247A Floor, 89 - 93 High Street, Harle5den, London, NWIO 4NX weare, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.corn I

BANG BUILDING A NVII GENERATION Medlum Term Plans Maintain current strategic partnershlps and create new fundlng opportunities and partnershlps. Income dlverslficatlon and consolidation of relationshlps With existing contract5 and corporate partners. Worklng with the Cranfield Trust to develop a robust marketlng strategy and plan that SUPPOrt5 fundraising for Strategic fundin8 partnerships for the future. Develop strategic partnershlps wlth schools, local authorities, and other agencies to develop partnershlp5 to wlden delivery Services and programmes, followlng successful pilot programmes e,g, Depaul Trust, Roundwood Alternative Provision School and Young Brent Foundation, Paddlngton development trust {PDT) BE'S systems are dl8itised. and the or8anlsatlon Is paperless. Long Term Strategy Develop and maintaln corporate and strategic partnerships for future funding needs. Worklng alongslde young people, BE wlll remaln current and relevant. It will demonstrate that young people can lead and Inspire more young people to fulfll thelr goals. BANG Worldwide is working wlth partners to deploy BE projects and new servlces In other 8eo8raphlc areas such as Jamalca and Nigerla. There Is a 8lobal trend of the needs of young people all over the world and although cultures, access to educatlon and levels of support is dlfferent from place to place the needs are the same. BE will see the results of th15 growth and development and further partnershlp and fundin8 Opportunities will come to frultion. Malntain BE'S role as a community leadershlp organlsation that identifies and stands for youn8 people'5 right5 and futures. Amplify youth voice in Brent and wider communitles, dellverlng impactful activitles and addre55ing need5. Is BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 Fllgh Street, Harle5den, London, NWIO 4NX weare , .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDIIII A IEW GENERATION Organlsatlonal Operatlons BANG1s undertaking infrastructure improvements to its manaEement and delivery. BANG Is working towards becomlng more streamlined in our or8anisatlonal processes over the next 12-18 month5. We are Implementing dSgltal systems and processes followlng an operatlons and governance revlew. We are worklng toward5 becomlng a paperless or8anlsation by further use of Micr050ft365 as its central IT tool. BE manages Its operatlons throu8h Upshot {monitorin8 software), a system that manages data, tracks performance, and piovldes progress report5. BE Is better able to manage data, Improve5 performance, tracks progre55, and reports 38ainst outcomes all with the aim of evaluatlng our Impact through effective monltorlng, evaluation, and learning. BE15 currently refining the outcome measure5 to ensure scalability and replication of projects and servlces. The core team is made up of the CEO, COO and Senlor Leaders alon8slde an office mana8er who Is responsible for overseeing Intern5 and volunteers. BE plans to renew London Quality Mark, SFEDI. The CEO and SLT are worklng wlth the board to ensure effectlve and efflclent governance practice5 are in place. The programme staff work to ensure smooth implementatlon and delivery of services. The teams will work to upskill youn8 people In the deSlvery of BE and thelr own servlces vla internship5 and incubatlon. Our Achievements in 2023-2024 BANG conslstently demonstrates a deep understanding of the challenges faced by our communltle5, thanks to robust en8a8ement, stron8 cofflfflunity relationshlps alongslde rnonitorin8 and evaluatlon practices. Thi5 insight enable5 U5 to respond effectlvely to the evolving needs of those we Serve. 16 . BANG 2Thd Floor, 89 93 Hl8h Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BiILDWG A NEW GEKRAn014 Our strong relationshlps With fundlng partners have been further solidified through our commitment to transparency. By sharing comprehenslve data and detailed insights into our initiatives, we've built trust and relnforced otjr accountability. BANG'S evldence-based approach not only illuminates the pressing issue5 Withln our communities but a150 provlde5 US with the tools to craft strate8les that are both responsive and tallored to these speclfic challenges. Thls allows us to adapt our programs swiftly, ensurlng they remaln relevant and effective In addressing the ever-changln8 needs of youn8 people and famllies. The impact we measure on the Ilves of those we seNe not only underscores the importance of our work but also informs the continuou5 reflnement and expanslon of our servlces, enhanclng our posltlve Influence. Our proactlve stance on data collection and assessment Is key to our ongoing learnlng and Improvement. Thls approach maximlzes our Impact, ensurlng that our efforts conslstently align with our mlsslon to 5UPPOrt and upllft our communitles, Actlvltles, Achlevements, Performance BANG'S work Is crucial In addressing pressln8 communlty need5 and provldin8 SUPPOrt to vulnerable at-ri5k young people. Our servlces help to bulld confidence and skills that enable young people to achleve thelr goals and in turn, bulld thelr communlties; tappSng into young people's creativlty, energy, and imaglnatlon as the solution to the challenges we face In our world. We dellvered varlous programmes and inltlatlves to reconnect with young people and the community. Some details here: Youth Club The BANGIN, Youth Club is a safe and enga8in8 space designed to brinE children and young people together to participate in enrichlng actlvlties while fostering rneaningful relationships. Through a serie5 of engaging educational workshops hosted by the BANGIN, Youth Club durin8 Summer and October 2023 Half Temi break, we engaged 36 young people and identified the follcwlng as having transformative impact on CYP; 17 . BANG Floor, 89 93 Hi8h Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEW GENERATION Empowering Mind5- Children and young people dld notJust learn; they thrived in an atmosphere fipe with new knowledge and skills, fostering a vibrant culture of Intellectual growth. Cultlvating Con5CiOU5ness - Beyond mere educatlon, participants embarked on a Journey of self- discovery, honing their awareness of personal responsibilities, embracing core value5, and realizin8 thelr role in shapin8 society and the world. Ignitin8Creatlvlty-Wlthln the dynamlc confine5 of the workshops, creatlvlty flourished as chlldren and young people unleashed thelr Imaglnations, infusing their work wlth innovation and origlnality, Leadershlp In Actlon Young leaders emerged as beacons of inspiration, metlculously craftin& and dellverln8 workshops wlth flnesse and passion, ernbodying the essence of effective leadershlp. For8ing Alllances - In a testament to the power of collaboratlon, BANG Edutainment forged a robust partnershlp wlth Journey to Justice, layln8 the foundation5 for future endeavours aimed at empowerlng youth and fosterlng positive societal change. Emotional Re5ilience- Children and Youn8 people were introduced to tools on how to manage stress and setbacks effectively. improvlng thelr mental well-being and preventlng the onset of mental health Issue5. They developed skllls In communlcatlon, compromlslngi cooperation, empathy, and confllct re501ution, enhancinE their relationshlps and social interactions. Young Leaders and Internshlps 18 . BANG 2Id Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG 8L¢ILDING A IEIIGENERATION Youn8 Leaders are a crucial part of BANG'S Journey towards becoming a youth-led or8anlsation. BANG offers young people facing challen8es the opportunity to engage in positive activlties that empower them and provide meaningful community role5. This involvemenl can lead to further training or employment opportunities. We have also engaged five interns from Brunel University. This expanslon reflects the growing recognitlon of the importance of youth leadershlp In communlty development and the Increasin8 demand for opportunlties that empower young people. Some feedback we received from our Young Leaders: 'At Bong I leornt a varlety of dlfferent skills durlng my experience such as good communicatlon skills and team work whlle worklng In different teams to produce and creote vorlous projerts. During my experience, my multitosklnq ond tlme management skills have greatly improved as ljuggled the servlce demands OA two key areas In schedullng and pmducing o detailed fundroislng video. Thls experience boosted many of my maln skllls requlred for futurelobs. I have acqulred extensive analyticol experlence worklng with the 8ang Edutalnment. I have also othieved valuable skills, I learnt a lot about BANG and made meanlngfvl contrlbutions toward5 team artlvities. My experience here ot BANG as a youth leoder has been amazing sofar and I hove learned how to manaqe young people ond now to work better together." 19 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harle5den, London, NWIO 4NX weare .com T: 0208 963 9560 | E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUL01￿ A NEW GEPIERAllON Create Change City Bridge Trust funded BANG Edutainment in supporting the provislon of a therapeutic seThice for a two-year duration. This comprehensive therapy senfice entails the involvement of creative art5 therapists. At the Create Change project, we have seen thls reflected In the number of referrals we recelved last year. We have been contacted by frontline Pfofesslonals wlthln CAMHS, schools and Social servlces often told us that the serv5ces are needed more than ever before. Durlng the Create Change first year of delivery, we exceeded our target by engagin8 55 youn8 people against a 8oal of 30, demonstratlng the hlgh demand and effectlveness of our initiative. The project delivered 519 sesslons, offerlng vltal support to partlclpant5, includin8 11% who were sublect to a Chlld ProtectSon Plan (CPO) or had prlor Involvement wlth the pollce. The transformative Impact on the young people who partlclpated is evldent across several key outcomes: Increased Self-Awareness: 87% of participants reported a hel8htened sense of self-awareness, Indlcatlng a deeper understanding of their personal strengths, challenges, and potentlal. Boosted Self-confldence: 97% of the youn8 people experienced an increase In self-confidence, empowerlng them to engage more p05itively in thelr dally Ilve5. Enhanced Educatlonal Outlook; 96% felt more positlve about school and education, hlghllghting renewed Interest In learnlng and personal development. Emotlonal Reslllence: 98% of participants demonstrated strengthened emotlonal reslllence, equipping them to mana8e stress and setbacks more effectivelv. Emotional Self-Awareness: 88% showed improved emotlonal self-awarene5s. better understanding their emotion5 and how to navigate them. Coping and Overcomlng Challen8es: 91% reported an enhanced ability to cope with and overcome mental health and emotlonal challen8es. directly attributing this improvement to the support recelved through the project. Healthier Famlly and Community Bonds: 93% of participants reported practical improvements In forming stronger and healthier relationshlps within their families and local communities. 20 . BANG 2rAI Floor, 89 - 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare, .com T: 0208 963 9560 | E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG Buluil￿ A NEW GENERATION Improved Emotional Expression: 95% of young people felt more capable of expressin8 their feelings toward their families, leading to more open and constructive communication. 21 . BANG 2nd Floor. 89 93 High StreeL Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDI1￿ A NEW GENERATION Addltlonal Hlghlights: The Parents Hub engaged 15 parents, fostering a supportlve environment that relnforced the positive changes seen In their children. CASE STUDY Tim's Journey Gender: Male Age: 9 years old Presentin8 Issues: This case study descrlbes the therapeuticjourney of mm, Year 4 boy referred to the therapy servlce due to trauma Infllcted by the war in his country. Desplte appearlng well-adjusted at school, Tim's dlsruptlve behavlourat tlmes hinted at underlyin8 emotlonal struggles 5temmin8 from hlsexperlence5 of displacement and vlolence. Background: Tim's experlences of war trauma posed signiflcant challen8es in his ablllty to verballse feellngs of displacement, consequently Impacting his social Interactlons and emotional well-beln8. Assessment: Initial assessment revealed Tlm's dlfficulty in expresslng emotion5 related to dlsplacement, highlightlng the need for therapeutic interventlons to address underlyln8 trauma. Therapeutlc goals: l. AllowTlm to explore feelin8s related to dlsplacement and violence 2. Enable 5elf-expression and creatlvity. 3. Promote emotlonal well-bein8. 22 . BANG 2. Floor, 89 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILOIWJ A NEW GE￿RATION Therapeutic Process: TIM partlcipated in seven one-on-one therapy se55ions since Ottober 2023. Through gentle exploration, TIM began to delve into the Impact of war on his sense of home and belonging, utilising creatlve modalities to express his emotions. Outcomes: Positive changes were observed In Tlm'5 behaviour, with increased emotional expresslon noted by parents. However, an unexpected pause occurred after sessions delved into the Impact of war on Tim's sense of home, raising concerns about potential setbacks in his pro8fess. Desplte thls, parents reported improvement In Tlm's demeanour, and hls teacher observed enhanced focus and engagement in the classroom. Quote from chlld: .1 want to come to the sesslons agaln because I like being creative." Quote from parent: 'He loves coming to the sessions ond alwuys looksforward to it." Tlm'5 therapeutic Journey underscores the Importance of provldlng continuous support to children coplnE with trauma, especially in the context of war displacement. While posltlve changes were observed, the abrupt pause In therapy hi8hli8hts the need forongoing therapeutic interventlons to nurture resilience and promote emotional well-being. Through tailored Interventlons and consistent support, chlldren like rim can embark on a journey towards healing and resilience in the face of adversity. *Names In case Studies were changed to protect the identities of families and chlldren. 23 BANG 2nd Floor, 89 - 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDINGA NEW GENERATION Stacks - Flnanclal Literacy The programme was deslgned by BANG to provide young people, who lack baslc financial literacy, wlth the most essential skllls to manage their money, sofve everyday problems relatlng to the use of money, and be able to make better decisions. Stacks project successfully en8aged 66 young people, equlpplng them with essential financial literacy skills. The Impact is demonstrated by the followlng key outcomes: 100% Understandln8 of Financlal Concepts: Every partlclpant 8ained a 501id understandlng of fundamental flnancial Ilteracy concepts, Includlng money management, cash flow, credit, debt, and Interest rates. Thls foundatlonal knowledge15 crltlcal in empowering young people to make Informed financial declsions. Budgetlng Sk1115; All partlclpants successfully created a basic budget, applying the prlnclples learned in the 5esslons. Thls practlcal 5klll Is a 51gnificant step toward financial independence and responsibility, ensurlng that young people can manage their finances effectively. Positlve Feedback; Particlpants conslstently described the sessions as insi8htful, enga8lng, fun, and interestlng. This feedback hiBhllghts the program's succe55 in makin8 financial educatlon accesslble and enjoyable, thereby increasin8 the 51kellhood of long-term retention and application of these skills. Helen Barrios, Stonebridge Hub Liaison, commented on the delivery of the programme: 'The Stacks programme is engaging and educational for young people." 24 . BANG 2 Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG LDWG A MEW GENERATION BANGIN, Radlo Durlng May-june 2023 BANG run a structured radio training programme wlth young partlclpant5 from across London over 16 week5. Following thelr Inltlal training, the young people presented theirveryown show on The Beat London 103.6FM. Durin8 the pilot we saw young people's confidence improve week on week, and weekly feedback from the young people shaped our delivery. In addition to learnlng radlo skS115, young people also learnt Ilfe and employabSllty skllls, such as communication, time keepin8, and team work. Durin8 this programme, we found that some of the young people engaged needed additional significant support with critlcal life challenges, such as15sue5 around vulnerable houslng, and we recognised the need to Increase our capaclty to support them beyond thi5 Structured project. We Saw the followlng impact: Young people experienced improved emotional wellbelng through disCU55ions with 5UPPOrt worker5, mentorln8. and1Sfe skllls sesslons In a safe space. Yeun8 people increased their confidence as they leam new skills, and develop new asplratlons for the future. Young people bullt trusted relatlon5hips With adults through mentorin8 and advice, and develop stronger peer supportive relationships. BANG Evolution We also provlded weekly 1-2-1 mentoring for young people from alternative provision school and our partner, Depaul. Our aims in both mentoring and coaching were to support and encourage the Individua15 to improve 25 . BANG 2. Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare, .com T: 02Q8 963 9560 | E: charlty@wearebanB.com I

BANG BUILfiNGA IIEW GENERATION mental wellbe5ng, bulld self-esteem, life skllls, and Impart approprlate methods of copin8 Wlth mental health issues and life obstacles both therapeutically and educatlonally. Wellth Club During June 2023 we received requests from local young people for fltness and health activities, and from a 8roup of mothers who were keen to find local actlvltles. Thls proJect was launched In summer 2023 through fundin8 from the Million Hours Fund. usin8 premlses donated free of charge by the Ja50n Roberts Foundatlon. Due to demand the Club has contlnued durlng the Autumn on a weekty basi5, funded from our own resources, and relyin8 heavily on volunteer coaches, but thls Is not sustalnable In the lon8er term. Wellth Club provldes a posltlve wellbeln8 activity for youn8 people at the weekend, encourage5 physical actlvity foryoun8 people and adults wlth Its related mental health beneflts, and bullds peer support networks for local famllies whlch wlll In turn reduce i501ation. Herltage Durin8 summer 2023 we dellvered the Herltage Pro8ramme with Youth London, to provlde young people wlth the fundamental knowledge of herltage and oral hSstory so they can explore thelr own heritage and that of others, as well as developing Interviewing and recording skills. Feedback on thls projert was overwhelmlngly posltlve, and Included "l enjoyed learnlnq about culture and oral histor>W, and .1 enjoyed interpreting Interview5 ond how it mode mefeel Ilstening to them.. We have also partnered to run a project looklng at Black fashion In Brent over3 month5, commlssloned by CVS Brent, whlch ha5 enabled young people to explore their cultural herltage through clothing and fashion, 26 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 - 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEW GENERAnON BANG WE WEAR HERITAGE R15eUP Leadershlp The BANG Edutalnment Youth Leadership programme ha5 been extremely successful in providing young people wlth the skills and knowledge nece55ary to become successful leader5 In thelr communitie5. The programme focuses on developSn8 self-confidence, communication and problem-solving sk1115, a5 well as provldln8 participants with the opportunlty to learn from experienced professionals. Some of the students respor)ded 'leadership Is when people listen., and 'leadershlp Is the abllity to think of others before yourself,. Dela Move Dela Move is a wellbeing campalgn whlch wlll get people active, traln the next generatlon of young sports leaders, and bring the community together. Dela Move project has been successful in achievlng its prlmary outcomes, which are centred around increasing physical activlty, fosterin8 confidence and empowerment, creating posltive experiences. demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and promoting 5115tainability. Below are the key outcomes and how we have met them: 27 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUIDING A NEWGENERATION Increased Physical Activity Among Children and Young People: Chlldren and youn8 people partScipatlng in the project are more physlcally active. Enhanced Confidence and Empowerment In Marglnallsed Communltles: People from marglnalised communities participating in the project feel confident and empowered by belng active. Posltive Experiences of Being Active: Children and young people participating in the project have positive experiences of bein8 active. Our Programmes: Aprfl 2023- March 2024 and Maklng a Dlfference Central to deliverin8 these seriices in a sustainable and replicable manner, increasing both impact and income potentlal,1s the need to dlgltlse the programmes. Thi5 digitisation also complements BANG'S di8ltal marketlng. In addltlon, developlng youth volunteering and internship within the charlty are crucial to achleving BANG'S outcomes, becomlng youth-led, and training the next generation of young leaders. Movlng Forward- Our Programmes Aprll 2024- March 2025 In 2024-2025, BANG w511 prioritise maintaining and expanding Strateglc partnershlps, seeking new fundlng opportunlties, and dlverslfying income stream5. We airn to strengthen relatlonships wlth existing contracts and corporate partners while explorlng new avenues for financial sustainability. Collaborating with the Cranfield Trust, we will develop a robust marketing strategy that supports our fundralslng efforts for future strategic partnerships. We also plan to forge new alliances wlth schools, local authorities, and other agencie5, building 28 . BANG 2. Floor, 89 - 93 H4h Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ;, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@weareban8.com I

BANG BUILDING A NfllGENERATION on the success of pilot programmes with organizations like Depaul Trust, Alternative Provision Schools, SEND Schoo15, and Young Brent Foundation. Furthemiore, BANG 15 committed to fully digiti5ing our systems, transitionlng to a paperless operatlon, to enhance efficlency and sustalnabllity In our organisational processes. 29 BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG JLLING A NEW GENERATION Publlc Benefit- Partnerships and Pollcy BE'S reputatlon, hlstory, Intrlcate knowledge and understandlng of Brent communltles means It15 forefront in many Brent-based stakeholders, mlnd5. Collaboratlve working Is fundamental for BANG; especlally as It wants to remaln small and agile- we want to grow through service delivery by youth and communlty leaders Relatlon5hlps have been developed with national charities and organisations such as DePaul Trust, Social Enterprlse UK and Voice4Change England. These partnerships provide BE with expertlse and fundin8 to support servlce delfvery and Erowth. 30 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIQ 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILIN￿A NEW GENERATION Acknowledgements BANG Edutainrnent would like to thank: John Lyons Charity Henry Smith Charlty City Brldge Trust Tudor Trust Masonlc Charltable Foundatlon The Worshipful Com of Gardeners Paddington Development Trust London Youth CVS Brent Arts Council En8land The Progress Foundation The Sheldon Trust London Marathon Foundation National Lottery Community Fund Rlsk Management The Dlrectors, through the Management Committee, conduct a periodlc revlew of the major rlsks to which the Company is exposed and, as part of thls process, are Implementing a risk management strategy which comprlses: the establlshment of systems and procedure5 to mitigate risks to company and Its projects the establishment of comprehensive back-up procedures for the company's IT systems; and Periodic review of these procedures and of other major rlsks which the Company may face. 31 BANG 2nd Floor, 89 - 93 High Street, Harlesden. London, NWIO 4NX weare , .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG BULDING A NEWGENERATION Flnanclal Revlew The charity had an Income of £344,329 and expendlture of £311,930 for the year resultlng in a surplus of £32,399 Thls was made of £17,634 restrlcted funds and £14,765 unrestricted funds. The charlty ended the year with an unrestrlcted fund of £63,096 whlch Included a desi8nated fund of £24,388 representlng fixed assets. The free unrestrlcted funds of £38,708 represent 11,24% of income. The nature of the restrictions on the restrlcted funds and tasks required for the release of funds, mean5 that some indirect costs can be charged, and trustee belleve the level of funds15 adequate but would Ilke to Increase the unrestrlcted fund over the coming years. Investment Pollcy The balances held by the charity are relatively low and cash flow varies from month to month. The trustees have opted for free banking in return for holdlng funds in current and deposlt accounts. Reserve Pollcv The trustees aim to have 3 month5 expenditure as free unrestricted reserve. Currently the free unrestricted reserve Is £38,708 which is 12.4% of expendlture durlng 2023-2024. The restricted reserve of £118,072 contalns funds for salarles for specific projects, to a5515t5 With the contlnulty of the or8anisatlon. Over the next flve years, Trustee will seek to Increase the free unrestrlcted reserve to 25% of expenditure. Responslbllltles of the trustees Company law requires the trustees to prepare financlal statements for each financial year. whlch give a true and falr view of the state of affairs of the charlty at the end of the year and of the surplus or deficiency for the year then ended. In preparing those financlal statements, the trustees are required to: select sultable accountln8 policies, a5 described on page 39, and then apply them on a conslstent basls, making judgements and estimates that are prudent and reasonable. The members of the committee must also prepare the financial statements on the going concern basi5 unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity wlll contlnue in business. 32 BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 Hi8h Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEW GENERATION The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accountlng records that disclose, with reasonable accuracy at any time, the financial position of the charity. and enable them to ensure that the financial statements compty wlth the Companie5 Act 2006. The trustees are also responsible for safeguardlng the assets of the charity and hence for takin8 reasonable Steps for the prevention and detection of fraud or other Irregularities. Small company provisions: Thls report has been prepared In accordance wlth the Special provisions for small companles under Part 15 of the Companles Act 2CM)6. Signed Date:. 22- 10- 2024 . Paul Bragman, Chair 33 . BANG 2. Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@weareban8.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEW GENERATION FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING MARCH 2024 Independent examlner's report to the trustees Respectlve responslbllltles of trustees and examlner I report on the accounts of the charity, which are set out on page5 34 to 50. The charity'5trustees are responsible forthe preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charitles Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an Independent examination is needed. It 15 my responsibility to: examlne the accounts under sectlon 145 of the Charities Act. follow the procedures laid down in the general directlons glven by the Charity CornmSsslon (under section 145(5){bl of the Charities Att; and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basls of Independent examSnerfs report My examination was carrled out in accordance wlth the general directions given by the Charity Commisslon. An examination includes a review of the accountlnB records kept by the charity and comparison of the accounts presented wlth those records. It also includes con5ideratlon of any unusual 34 . BANG 2 Floor, 89 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIQ 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@weareban8.com I

BANG BUILOINGA N£W GENERATION itemsor disclosures in the accounts, and seekingexplanations fromyou astrustees concerninganysuch matters. The prcceduresundertaken do notprovlde allthe evidencethatwould be required in an audl and consequently nooplnion15 8iven as to whetherthe accounts presenta'true and falr vievk and the report Is Ilmlted to those matter5 set out In the statement below. Independent examlnees statement In connection wlth my examinatlon, no matter ha5 corne to my attentlon; which gives me reasonable cause to belleve that In any materlal respect the requlrement5: to keep accountlng record5 in accordance wlth sectlon 130 of the Charities Act; and to prepare accounts whlch accord wlth the a¢count5ng records and comply wlth the accounting requirements of the Charltles Att have not been met; or to whlch, in my oplnlon, attention should be drawn In orderto enablea properunderstandlngof the accounts to be reached. Slgned Date 22-It>2024 Cornmunlty Accountancy Self Help 6 Bevlngton Road London WIO STh. 35 . BANG 2. Floor, 89 - 93 High Slree¢ Harlesden. London, NWID 4NX weare , .com T: 0208 963 95601 L. charlty %veareban8.com

BANG BULDI￿A NEWGENERATION statement of FlnanclalActI￿lle5 (Incorporatlngihe Income and expendllure account) forthe yearended 31st March 2024 2024 2023 Total Funds Unrestrlcted Funds Restrlcted Funds Total Funds Incomlng Re50Ufces Voluntary Income Charltable Actlvltles Total Incomlng Resources Notes 7,071 47,663 54,734 289,595 296,666 47,663 309,608 44,305 353,913 289,595 Resources Expended Charitable Activltles Fund Ralslng Governance Total Resources Expended 12 29,993 8,500 1.476 39,969 271,961 301,954 8,500 1,476 311,930 327,251 9,000 1.356 337,607 271,961 Net Incomel {Expendltures) 14,765 17,634 32,399 16,308 Transfer between Funds Total Funds Brought Forward Total Funds carrled Forward 48,331 63,096 100,438 118,072 148,769 181,168 132,463 148,769 36 . BANG Floor, 89 - 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 9560 | E: chaiity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEW GENERATION Balance SheetAs of 31st March 2024 2024 2023 Notes Flxed Assets Tanglble Assets Total Fixed Assets 24,388 24,388 27,517 27,517 Current Assets Debtors Prepayment Cash at Bank and In Hand Total CurrentAssets 22,605 855 137,167 160,627 7,937 116,462 124,399 Llabllltles CredIto￿, amounts falling duewithin one year Net Current Assets 3,847 156.780 3,147 121,252 Credltors: amounts fallingdue afterone year Net Assets 181,168 148,769 Funds ol the Charlty Unrestricted Deslgnated (Flxed Assets) Restrlcted Accumulated Funds 38,708 24,388 118,072 181,168 20,814 27,517 100,438 148,769 11 37 . BANG 2. Floor, 89 - 93 Ptlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIQ 4NX weare , .com T: 0208 963 9560 | E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDI￿ A NEWGENERATtON Exemptlon frorn audit For the year ending 31/03/2024 the company wos entltled to exemption fiom oudlt undersectlon 477of the ComponlesAct 2()96 relotlng to sm?11 companles. Dlrettors'responslbllltles.. The members hove not requI￿d the company to obtoln an oudlt ollts occountsfor the yeor In questlon In occordonce wlth secrlon 476,. The dlrectors ocknowledge thelr responsibllltiesfor complying with the requlrements olthe Art wlth respect to otcountin records ond the prepjrotlon olaccounts, These accounts hove been prepured In accordunce wlth the provlslons appllcoble to componles subjett to the smoll componles, reglme and wlth the Flnanclol Reportlng Stondordforsmoller Entltles leffectlve Aprll 2008J. The trustees declaie that they have approved the accounts above. 518ned on behalf of the charlty's trustees: signed Date:. 22- 10- 2024. Paul Bra8man, Chalr 38 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 - 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEWGENERATION Notes to the Accounts l. Accountlne Pollcles General Infomiatlon The charlty Is a prlvate company limited by 8uarantee, re8iStered in England and Walesand a re8iStered charity in En8land and Wales. The address of the re8lStered office Is 2nd Floor 89-93 Hlgh Street, London. NWIO 4NX Statement of compllance These flnanclal statements have been prepared In compllance wlth FRS 102.'The Flnanclal Reportlng Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland,, the Statement of Recommended Practlce appllcable to charltie5 preparing thelr accounts In accordance wlth the Flnancial Reporting Standard appllcable In the UK and Republic or Ireland (FRS102) (Charities SORP {FRS 102)) and the Charities Act 2011. Accountlng pollcles Basls of preparatlon The flnanclal statements have been prepared on the historlcal c05t basls, as modified by the revaluatlon of certain financlal assets and liabllitles and investment properties measured at fair value through income or expenditure. The financlal statements are prepared In 5terllng, which is the functional currency of the entity. Golng concern There are no material uncertainties about the charity's ablllty to continue. 39 . BANG 2vA Floor, 89 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: Q2Q8 963 9560 | E: charlty@weareban8.com I

BANG BUILtMNG A FIEII GENERATION Fund accountlng Unrestricted funds are available foruse at the discretion of the tfusteestofurtherany of the charity's purposes. Desi8nated funds are unrestrlcted funds that represent fixed a55ets or are earmarked by the trustees for partlcular future project or commltment. Restricted funds are subjected to restrlctlon5 on thelrexpenditure declared by the donor or through the terms of an appeal, and fall Into one of two sub-cla55es: re5trlcted income funds or endowment funds, Incomlng resources All Incomlng resources are included in the statement of financial activities when entltlement ha5 passed to the charity; and It Is probable that the economlc benefits assoclated wlth the transactlon will flow to the charity and the amount can be rellably measured. The followlng speclflc pollcles are applled to particular categories of income: • income from donatlons or grants Is recognised when there is evldence of entltlement to the Bift, recelpt is probable and its amount can be measured rellably, legacy Income is recogni5ed when receipt is probable and entltlement15 established. Income from donated goods 15 measured at the fair value of the goods unle55 this 15 impractical to measure rellably• In whlch case the valuels derived from the cost to the donor or the estimated resale value. Donated facllltles and 5ervlces are recogni5ed In the accounts when recelved If the value can be reliably measured. No amounts are included for the contrlbutlon of general volunteers. • Income from contracts for the supply of services Is recognlsed with the delivery of the contracted servlce. This15 classified a5 unrestricted fund5 unless there Is a contractual requirement for it to be spent on a particular purpose and returned Sf unspent, In which case it may be regarded as restrlcted. 40 . BANG 2. Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 956Q l E: charity@weareban8.corn I

BANG BLHLDING A NEW GEIIERATION Resources expended Expendlture is recognlsed on an accruals basi5 a5 a liability 15 incurred. Expenditure Sncludes any VAT which cannot be fully recovered. Expenditure has been analysed using a natural and functlonal classSfication. Cost are charged to projects (functlonal classlflcatlonl when it can be clearly identified that a proJect Is usin8 those resources. Tanglble assets Tanglble a55ets are Inltlally recorded at cost, and subsequently stated at C05t less any accumulated depreclatlon and Impalrment1055es. Any tan8ible assets carrled at revalued amount5 are recorded at the falr value at the date of revaluatlon less any subsequent accumulated depreciation and subsequent accumulated lrnpalrment1055es. An Increase in the carrying amount of an asset as a result of a revaluation, is reco8nised In other reco8nlsed galns and1055es, unle55 it reverses a char8e for Impalrmentthat has previously been recognlsed as expenditure wlthln the Statement of financial activities. A decrease In the carrylng amount of an asset as a result of revaluatlon, Is reco8nlsed In other reco8nised 8alns and losses, except to whlch It offsets any previous revaluation 8aln, In which case the loss Is shown wlthin other recognised gains and losses on the statement of flnanclal activities. DeprecSatlon Depreciation Is calculated so as to write off the cost or valuatlon of an a55et, le55 It5 residual value, over the useful economic life of that asset as follows: Plant & Machinery- 25% Reduclng balance Office Equipment 25% Reducing balance Furniture IO% stralght Ilne 41 BANG Floor, 89 93 Hl8h Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILtIlNG A NEW GENtRATlOtI Impalrment of fixed assets A revlew for indicators of Impalrrnent Is carrled out at each reportin8 date, with the recoverable amount being estlmated where such indScators exlst. Where the carrylng value exceeds the recoverable amount, the a55et Is impaired accordlngly. Prior impalrments are also revlewed for possible reversal at each reporting date. For the purposes of Impalrment testlng, when It Is not possible to estirnate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, an estlmate Is made of the recoverable amount of the cash-8eneratin8 unit to whlch the asset belong5. The ca5h-generatlng unlt15 the 5malle5t Identlfiable group of assets that includes the asset and generates cash Inflows that largely Sndependent of the cash Inflows from other assets or groups of assets. For Impairment testing of 8oodwlll, the goodwlll acquired in a business combination is, from the acqulsitlon date, allocated to each of the cash-generatlng unlts that are expected to benefit from the synergles of the combination, Irrespectlve of whether other assets or Ilabllltles of the charlty are asslgned to those units. Stocks The or8ani53tion ha5 no stock5. FlnancFal Instruments A financlal asset or a flnanclal Ilabillty Is recogni5ed only when the charity becomes a party to the contractual provlsions of the Instrument. Basic flnancial Instrument5 are initially reco8nised at the amount receivable or payable includin8 any related transactlon costs. Current assets and current liabilities are subsequently measured at the cash or other consideration expected to be pald or received and not discounted, Debt Instruments are subsequently rneasured at amortised cost. Financial assets that are measured at cost or amortised cost are reviewed for objective evidence of Impairment at the end of each Teporting date. If there 42 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 - 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ;, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUIUMNG A NEW GENERA￿oN Is objectlve evldence of impairment, an Impalrment Ios5 is recognlsed under the appropriate heading ID the statement of financial activities in which the inltlal gain was recognised. Any reversals of impairment are recognised immedlately, to the extent that the reversal does not result In carryin8 amount of the financial asset that exceeds what the carryinB amount would have been had the impairment not prevlously been recognised. Llrnlted by guarantee Every member of the assoclatlon undertakes to contribute to the assets of the assoclatlon, In the event of the same being wound up whlle he Is a member, or wlthln one year after he cea5e5 to be a member, for the payment of the debts and liabllltles of the assoclatlon contracted before he ceases to be a member, and the costs, charges and expenses of windin8 up, and for the adjustment of the ri8hts of the ri8ht5 of the contrlbutorles among themselves, such amount as may be required not exceedin8 £1. 2. Voluntary Income Unrestrlcted Funds 2024 Restrlcted Funds 2024 Total Funds Total Funds 2024 2023 Young Brent Foundatlon 1.428 The Henry Smith Charity 50,000 50.000 50,000 TudorTrust 30,000 30.000 32,000 Clty Brldge Trust 54.790 54,790 13,430 John Lyons Charlty 2,500 2,500 69,000 43 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harle5den, London, NWIO 4NX weare, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@weareban8.com I

BANG BUILtINGA PIEW GENERATION Woodroffe Benton Foundation 500 Sport England 7,938 Asda Foundation Charlty 500 Ma50nlc Charltable Foundatlon 5,000 5,000 5,000 BNI Foundatlon 1.000 Nlneveh CharltableTrust 2,500 The Rank Foundatlon 500 The Lelgh Trust 2.000 The Fleld FamllyCharltableTrust 2.500 Peterstebblngs Memorial Charlty 5.000 Theworshlpful Com of Gardeners 1,400 1,400 Paddlngton DevelopmentTnJst 13,930 13.930 London Youth 3,000 3,000 CVS Brent 6,155 6,155 Arts Councll England 23,797 23,797 The Progress Foundatlon 5,000 s.000 The Sheldon Trust 8.000 8.000 London Marathon Foundatlon 6.650 6,650 Yonderconsulting 50 PIA FinanclaL Group 2,000 Natlonal Lotterycommunlty Fund 84,373 84,373 44 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 - 93 High Street. Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@weareban8.com I

BANG gUILDING A NEWGENERAnQN Greater London Authorlty 7.324 Brent Councll 5,000 Nelghbourhood Comm Infra 101,938 Donatlon 1071 2,071 7,071 289,595 296,666 309,608 Income relatln8 to contracts has been treated as unrestrlcted. 3. Incomlng Resources from Charitable Activities Unrestrlcted Funds Restrlcted Funds Total Funds 2024 Toial Funds 2023 B M&E Overhead contrlbution 8,342 8,342 8,848 Roundwood School & Communlty Centre St Raphael's Famllywellbelng Centre 22.532 22,532 9.195 15.000 15,000 15,000 CVS Brent 1.200 1,200 11,ooD Bank Interest 589 589 262 Tolal Incomlng Resources 47.663 47.663 44,305 45 . BANG 2. Floor, 89 - 93 High Street, Harle5den, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charitv@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILtING A NEW GENERATION 4. Fundraising The cost of bld writin8 durin6 the year was £8,500 (2023 £9,OIKII S. Governance 2024 2023 AGM and Board Meetlngs Independent Examination Toial 6. Statement of Funds 456 1,020 1.476 336 1,020 1,356 Brought Forward Incomlng Resources Resources Expended Carrled Forward Re5trlcted Funds The Henrysmlth Charlty 23,000 50,000 43.000 30,000 Tudor Trust 15,000 30,000 20,000 25,000 Clty Brldge Trust 8,000 54,790 48.290 14,500 John Lyons Charity 36.000 2,500 29,500 9.000 Woodroffe Benton Foundatlon 500 500 Sport England 7,938 Nlneveh CharltabLe Trust 2,500 2.500 The Fleld FamSly CharltableTrust 2.500 2.500 Peterstebblngs MemorlaLCharlty 5,000 5.000 The Worshipful Com of Gardeners 1.400 1,400 Paddington DevelopmentTru5t 13.930 13,930 46 . BANG 2nd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden. London, NWIO 4NX weare , .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charlty@wearebang.com I

BANG BUIL01￿A NEW GENERATIOPI London Youth 3,000 3,000 CVS Brent 6,155 5,100 1,055 Arts Councll Engtsnd 23.797 1,680 22.117 The Progress Foundatlon 5,000 5,000 The Sheldon Trust 8.000 8.000 London Marathon Foundatlon 6,650 4,650 2,000 Natlonal Lottery Communlty Fund 84,373 84,373 Totals 100,438 289,595 271,961 118.072 Unrestrlcted Funds Donatlon 4,000 2,071 1,071 5,000 Masonlc Charltable Foundatlon 5,000 5,000 Contractual Income Activltles (See Note 3) 44.331 47,663 33,898 58,096 Toials 48.331 54,734 39,969 63,096 47 . BANG 2, Floor, 89 93 High Street. Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare, .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEWI%NERATION 7. Fixed Assets Plant & Machlnery Ottlce Equlpmenl Offlce Refuiblshment Total Cost 1st April 2023 99,478 13.697 182,049 295,224 Addltlons Dlsposals As at31 March 2024 99,478 13,697 182,049 295,224 Depreclatlon 1st Aprll2023 97,567 13,091 157,049 267,707 DSsposals Charge forthe year As at31 March 2024 478 98,045 152 13,243 2,500 159,549 3,129 270,836 Net Bookvalue As at 31 March 2023 As at 31 March 2024 1,911 1,433 606 455 25.000 22,500 27,517 24,388 8. Debtors 2024 2023 Debtors 22.605 7.937 Prepayments 855 Totsi 23,460 7.937 48 . BANG 2f4d Floor, 89 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare .com T; 0208 963 95601 E: charity@wearebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NPIIGENERATION 9. Creditors falling due withln one year 2024 2023 Independent Examlnation 1,020 1,020 Creditors 595 Taxatlon & N.1 1,872 1,791 Penslon 360 336 Total 3,847 3.147 10.Annual commltments under operating lea8e8 From 13 June 2017 the Charity has annual commltments under a renewable operatlng lease for the office and tralnlng space and a communlty radlo station of £12,000 p.a. and serrflce charge capped at £SOO p.a. The Charity may cancel the lease at an annual annlversary by glvin8 three months, notlce. 11.Staff costs and numbers 2024 2023 Wages & Contractors PAYE/NIC PensSon Contrlbutlon 203,964 18.459 188,227 18,507 4, 150 210,884 226,747 No employee received emoluments of more than £60.000. The average number of employees durlnE the year was 7 FfE In the previous year It was 5. 49 . BANG 2thd Floor, 89 93 High Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare; .com T: 0208 963 95601 E; charity@weafebang.com I

BANG BUILDING A NEW GENERATION 12. Charltable Actlvltles Cost 2024 2023 Staff cost 226,746 210,884 Project Actlvlty Cost 30.996 62,596 Overhead Cost 41,980 48,176 Project Equlpment cost 2,232 5,595 Totsl 301,954 327,251 13.Analysis of Net Assets by Fund Unrestrlrted Restrlcted Total funds Funds Funds Fixed A55ets 24,388 24,388 Net Current Assets 38,708 118,072 156,780 63,096 118,072 181,168 14. Benefits in kind None 15. Independent examlnatlon The cost of the Independent Examlnatlon and accountancy sep4ice5 Wa5 £1,020. . BANG 2ftd Floor. 89 93 Hlgh Street, Harlesden, London, NWIO 4NX weare ' .com T: 0208 963 95601 E: tharity@wearebang.com I