WRITING ON THE WALL
LIMITED
ANNUAL REPORT AND
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31ST MARCH 2024
Company Registration No 04675589
Charity Registration No. 1098868

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TRUSTEES, REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31$T MARCH 2024
The trustees are pleased to present their annual report for the yaar ended 31 $1 March 2024.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordan￿ with the charity's trust deed, the
Charities Act 2011 and Accounting and Reporting by Charilies.. 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 published {FRS 1021 effective 1st January
2019.
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Writing on the Wall Limited {WoW) organises and promotes an annual programme of events that
culminates in a Liverpool-based festival. The annual Writing on the Wall festival features local,
national. and international writers, artists, historians, and musicians who engage local communities
and broader audiences to celebrate writing, diversity, tolerance, storytelling and humour through
creativity, conlroversy, inquiry and debate. Writing on the Wall focuses on writing that empowers
where storytellers give and receive strength through telling. Writing on the Wall promotes both
individual and collective creativity.
Publi¢ Benefit Statement
In considering the objectives and activilies, the Trustees have considered the Charity Commission's
guidance on Public Benefit to ensure that the organisation is meeting its Public Benefit requirements.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE FOR THE YEAR & PLANS
2023-2024 has been a year of transfomialion for Writing on the Wall (WoW}. Not only has the
organisation cemented its role as a leader in arts and commLtnily engagement within the Liverpool
City Region (LCR), but Wow has also made remarkable strides on national and international fronts.
Our ftagship projects-such as WOWFEST, Pulp Idol, and the Dorothy Kuya Archive Project-have
continued to amplify underrepresented voices and address pressing social issues through artistic
and cultural expression.
This year, alongside the continued success of our core programmes, Wow has introduced crucial
developments in volunteer involvement, digital slrategy, and capacity building. As we near our 25th
anniversary in 2025, we remain committed to fostering creativity. promoting inclusion, and
advancing social change through the arts. We look foNard lo an even more ambitious future whilst
staying grounded in our mission of making art accessible to all and amplifying marginalised voices.
Awards and Recognitions
The recognition of Wow's work continues to grow. This year, Wow has been honoured with several
accolades, further demonstrating the impact of our projects and initiatives on both individuals and
communities, including..
'Preparing for Work Award,: Our Write to Worf( project was celebrated at the Liverpool City
Region Culture and Creativity Awards. Since 2019, this project has supported over three
hundred unemployed residents, providing them with the tools. skills, and confidence needed
to transition into employment, education or further training. The success of this programme
reflecls Wow's dedication to improving lives Ihrough creative and educational opportunities.
Finalist for the 'People's Choice Award,: Wow was shortlisted for this prestigious award at
the same event. This recognition speaks volumes about the influence Wow has had on the
local community and its contributions to the broader cultural landscape of the region.
Partnership of the Year Award.. Our collaboration with the Liverpool School of Tropical
Medicine (LSTMI for the ReCITE project was celebrated at the LSTM Staff Awards.

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This project. which addresses health inequities through creative storytelling and community
engagement, is a testament to Wow's commitment to using the arts as a vehiGle for social
justice, diversity, and inclusion.
WOWFEST: Class of '23
WOWFEST, Wow's annual literary festival, has continued to grow both in size and impact. In 2023,
the festival's theme, Class of '23, invited participants to explore the intersections of class, Culture
and identity. The month-long festival hosted thirty events in venues across Liverpool, drawing a total
of 1,467 attendees. Through a wide range of events panel discussions, readings, perfomiances
and more - WOWFEST 2023 brought together local, national and inlernational voices to explore
urgent social, cultural and political issues.
WOWFEST 2023 offered a broad array of events that reflected the diversity and richness of
contemporary cultural discourse. From poetry readings and book launches to walking tours and live
perfomiances, the festival's programming captured a wide spectrum of vol￿S and perspectives.
Headline events included:
Michael Rosen.. Celebrated poet, author and political activist, Michael Rosen delivered a talk
on societal change. His reflections on Ihe role of class in shaping political and cultural
landscapes resonated deeply with attendees. Rosen's presence at the festival underscored
Wow's dedication to using literature as a platform for critical social commentary.
Linton Kwesi Johnson.. Johnson. a renowned poet and political activist, celebrating the
release of his work in a new Penguin edition, shared his thoughts on culture, politics and
poetry.
Gary Younge.. Renowned journalist and author, Younge headlined an event titled Dispatches
from the Diaspora, which focused on the complexities of migration identity. and belonging.
One standout event, How Many More Women? focused on women's rights and the legal system,
featuring prominent voices such as human-rights lawyer Keina Yoshida, criminologist Betsy Stanko,
and sexual assault survivor and author Winnie M Li. This session ignited important conversations
around gender justice and the legal frameworks Ihat shape the experiences of women globally.
Another notable event was the Future in Flames outdoor gathering at the Sefton Park Bandstand.
This event blended eco-poetry, acoustic performances and activist speeches to bring attention to
the global environmental crisis. It exemplified Wow's commilment to tackling pressing global
challenges through the arts.
Participant Engagement and Diversity
One of the most significant achievements of WOWFEST 2023 was its ability to engage a wide range
of participants. A significant 36.1 % of attendees were from Black, Asian and minority ethnic
backgrounds, with 11 % of the total attendees identifying as Black African or Caribbean and 40/0
identifying as Asian. 290/0 of the audience considered themselves lo have a disability or to be
neurodivergent. This diverse audience composition highlights the festival's success in making its
programming accessible and relevant lo a broad spectrum of individuals from diverse cultural and
socio-economic backgrounds.
This detailed diversity breakdown demonstrates WOWFEST'S commitment to inclusion and to
ensuring Ihat voices from all corners of society are represented.
Black History Month 2023 {BHM23>
Wow's Black History Month 2023 {BHM23) programming was an integral part of Liverpool's citywide
Black History Month celebrations. Supported by the Liverpool City Council's City Fund, Wow's
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The programme celebrated Black creativity, heritage and achievements. fostering dialogue on
important historical and contemporary issues.
Key events during BHM23 included..
Malik Al Nasir.- This event featured an in-depth exploration of Liverpool's historical ties to the
Transatlantic slave trade, a topic of profound relevance to the city's cultural memory. The
event brought a spotlight to the legacies of slavery in Liverpool and emphasised the
Importan￿ of continuing to address historical injustices.
Taylor Dior Rumble.. This session featured an engaging discussion of The Situationship, an
emerging publication by Merkey Books. This event showcased Wow's ongoing commitment
to amplifying Black literary voices. particularly those of emerging authors.
Leroy Cooper Photography Workshop.. Led by Levi Tafari, this workshop honoured the artistic
legacy of Leroy Cooper, a trailblazing Black photographer from Liverpool. The workshop not
only celebrated Cooper's work but also provided a space for participants to engage with
photography as a medium of creative expression.
Nine of Wow's 15 Black History Month events were linked to year-round projects, including three
important walking tours that engaged local Gommunities with Liverpool's Black history. The Great
War to Race Riots Tour, the Eric Lynch Memorial Tour and the Dorothy Kuya Walking Tour provided
participants with rich historical insights. These tours drew forty-eight attendees, including 241500/0)
from Black and minority ethnic groups.
Pulp Idol
Pulp Idol, Wow's annual literary competrtion, continues to be one of the North of England's most
significant platforms for discovering new writing talent. This year's Gompetition attracted a record
105 submissions, breaking previous records and demonstrating the growing interest in creative
writing in the region.
The competition culminated in the Pulp Idol Grand Final at Liverpool's Royal Court Theatre Studio
in January 2024. The event was a full-house success, attracting one hundred attendees and
showcasing the exceptional talent of this year's finalists.
Competition Highlights
Champion: Kevin Chadwick was crowned Pulp Idol's 2023 Ghampion. His work stood out for
its originality and compelling storytelling.
Runners-up.. Dan Howarth and Mack Young were recognised for their remarkable literary
contributions.
Both finalists have gone on to secure opportunities for their work to be published, fvrther affirming
the value of Wow's commitment to nurluring emerging talent.
Participant Diversity
Pulp Idol's participant base continues to reflect Wow's commitment to inclusion. 300/0 of this year's
8ntranls identified as Black, Asian or from minority ethnic communities. This representation was
mirrored in the compelilion's judging panel, which featured prominent writers such as Ashleigh
Nugent, author of Locks, and other Pulp Idol alumni who served as mentors to participants.
Write to Work
Wow's Write to Work programme, now in its fifth year, has continued to be transformative for
unemployed and economically inaclive residents in Liverpool. Since its inception, the projeGt has
provided participanls with essential skills and a renewed sense of confidence, enabling Ihem to
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2023-2024 Highlights=
Sixty participants completed Write to Work courses this year, with 30 % identifying as Black
and ethnic minority. This continued diversity among participants reflects Wow's commitment
to making its programmes accessible to all.
Wow introduced new boot camp-style workshops to increase accessibility. These hybrid (in-
person and online} sessions allowed 314 participants to register for the programme. with 87
(280/0) from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds. The move toward hybrid learning has
been particularly impactful, allowing Wow to reach an even broader audience and to make
the programme accessible to those who may not be able to attend in person.
At tho end of 2023, the European Social Fund {ESF}, which had previously funded the programme,
came to an end. Wow was part of a suc￿Ssful partnership. Paths to Prosperity, that won a three-
month extension through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), from January to March 2024
while also winning funding to continue the programme from April 2024 to March 2025.
Creative Heritage Programme
The Creative Heritage Programme remains a vital part of Wow's mission to preserve and promote
Liverpool's Black and working-class heritage. The programme continued its success through a
variety of initiatives in 2023-2024. including the Dorothy Kuya Archive Project and Leroy Through
the Lens.
Dorothy Kuya Archive Project
The Dorothy Kuya Archive Project remains one of Wow's most celebrated initiatives. This projecl,
which catalogued the extensive archive of the late Dorothy Kuya, a prominent Black activist in
Liverpool, has been recognised as one of the National Archives, ten exemplary case studies. The
archive, now fully accessible to the public at National Museums Liverpool (NML), continues to serve
as a rich resource for understanding Liverpool's Black history and the broader fight for racial equality
in the UK.
Key project outputs in 2023-2024 include:
Fourteen community workshops, including a four-week educational course exploring Dorothy
Kuya's life and work.
A highly successful Intemational Women's Day event, featuring a zine-making workshop, a
'living library, of Black female activists and a pop-up feminist library drawn from the archive.
The proj&ct also included the production of a podcast series exploring Dorothy Kuya's legacy,
featuring interviews with key figures such as Stephen Small, Mark Christian and Jeremy Corbyn.
The podcast, which received widespread acclaim, has been instrLsmental in expanding the reach of
the archive to new audiences.
In July 2023, a final ￿lebratiOn event was held at Ihe Museum ofLiverpool, attracting 150 attendees,
48 (320/.} of whom were from Black and minority ethnic communities. The event featured poetry
performances, speeches from community leaders and reflections on the project's legacy.
Leroy Through the Lens
Following the passing of renowned Liverpool photographer Leroy Cooper, Wow partnered with
National Museums Liverpool to deliver a series of workshops Gelebrating his artistic legacy. Led by
spoken word artist Levi Tafari, these workshops culminated in a Celebration event that featured
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Spoken Word Power
Now in its third year, Wow's Spoken Word Power project continues to inspire young people across
the Liverpool City Region. In 2023-24, the programme involved 190 students from six local schools
culminating in a World Poetry Day SLAM al the Unity Theatre on 21 March 2024. The evenl provided
a platform for 34 young performers, including nine from minority ethnic backgrounds, to share their
work with an audience of peers, teachers and community members.
Participants worked closely with professional poets such as Jess Green, Blue Saint and Claire
Beerjeraz to hone their skills and develop their own unique voices. The event was not only a
celebration of the power of spoken word poetry but also a demonstration of the transformative impact
that creative expression can have on young people.
Canning Dock Project
The project is now at the stage where Asif Khan Architects have presented design cOn￿ptS. Wow
and tho other creative partnerships took part in a session where we contributed a series of ideas for
the potential use of the space for programming creative activities. This work feeds into the next
stage ofthe bidding and funding process to draw down the monies forthe major stage of the physical
build of the development at Canning Dock.
In partnership with National Museums Liverpool, Wow also participated in the Canning Dock Flash
Fiction Writing Competition. This initiative invited local residents to explore the history and future of
Canning Dock through short stories. The competition altraGted 56 submissions and culminated in a
celebration event during Black History Month at the Museum of Liverpool.
The competition was judged by Levi Tafari, who selected a winner and two runners-up. The event
provided an important opportunity to reflect on Liverpool's maritime and BlaGk hislory, highlighting
the city's deep-rooted connections to both the Transatlantic slave trade and contemporary global
issues.
What's Your Story?
Wow continued its What's Your Story? project in 2023-24, collaborating with PSS Liverpool to
deliver creative writing workshops for parents of young children accessing PSS services. The project
ran two separate groups - one for mothers and one for fathers - giving participants the opportunity
lo explore their experiences of parenthood through creative writing.
Culture Liverpool: Frontllne Services & Liverpool Enhanced Protection Programme
Wow's collaboration with Culture Liverpool continued in 2023-24 with the publication of Stay and
Bahind the Mask, two anthologies that captured the experiences of frontline workers during the
COVID-19 pandemic. These anthologies were parl of the Liverpool Enhanced Protection
Programme, an iniliative that highlighted Ihe creative resilience of workers and communities
impacted by the pandemic.
It's No Joke
As part of the It's No Joke project, Wow also delivered workshops add￿Ssing sexism and misogyny
in the workplace. These workshops, led by professional artists and writers such as Blue Saint. Jess
Green and PJ Smith (Roy), engaged local workforces in crilical discussions about workplace safety
and equality. The project resulted in the creation of five short films, which will be launched in 2024.
Eric Lynch Memorial Project
In October, Writing on the Wall organised the Eric Lynch Memorial Walking Tour for year 6 students
from St Vincent's Primary School. Eric Scotl Lynch was a Liverpool-born historian and activist who
spent decades educating people about the city's links to the slave trade.

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He began conducting slavery tours in the 1980s, taking school children, adults, students and visitors
around the city to show them the many buildings and institutions that were paid for from the money
made from the slave economy. We are currently working with Eric's son, Andrew and local trades
unions, to organise a memorial writing compelition for children.
Jess Green Book Launch
Wow organised and hosted the launch of Jess Green's new poetry collection Dressed As Love at
Unity Theatre on 1 st February.
Arts For Peace- To Gaza With Love
Arts for Peace To Gaza With Love was a community initiative in Liverpool that included a silent
walking vigil with peace dove lanterns and a poetry perf0rrnan￿. The event was organised by the
Lantern Company and Wow in partnership with the Liverpool Arab Arts Festival, Amina Atiq,
Liverpool Irish Festival, Squash Liverpool, Mandela 8, First Take and Africa Oyé.
Publishing
In 2023-2024, Wow published sixteen new books and e-books across various projects - such as
Write to Work, Pulp Idol and What's Your Story.
and commissions. We published four Write lo
Work anthologies and e-books (featuring 84 new writers), fmo What's Your Story anthologies and
e-books (featuring 14 new writers}, ￿e1ve Pulp Idol finalists and two commissions totalling 112 new
diverse, working-class writers published in 2023-2024.
As we move forward to 2024-2025, Wow are developing our publishing distribution network and
expanding our publishing catalogue. In 2024-2025, we will publish the debut satirical novel by
acclaimed joumalist Brian Reade, the second volume in The Diary of the Smyth-waileys series, a
memoir Reflections of a Mudman and two books documenting the impact of the thalidomide scandal
on one family by former Liverpool Lord Mayor Gary Millar. as well as arlthologies throughout the
year from our projects.
Feedback from audiences and project participants:
WOWFEST: Class of'23
"Michael Rosen's event was a deeply moving and thought-provoking experience. His insights on
class and culture weTr both timely and powerful."
"Linton Kwesi Johnson s words were mesmerising. His ability to challenge the audience to think
critically about politics and art was both inspiring and impacfful."
Walking Tours
"The walking tours gave me a new persp8¢tive on Liverpool's history. It's so important that these
stories a￿ told."
Black History Monlh 2023
'BHM23 was a beautiful celebration of Black history and creativity. I left feeling inspired and
connected to n7y community."
Pulp Idol
°Pulp Idol gave me the confidence to take my writing to the next level. The support fmm Wowand
the judges was invaluable."
Write to Work
"This course gave me the tools and Confiden￿ to pursue a carear in writing. I feel more empowered
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Dorothy Kuya Project
"This project has given me a new perspective on thè importance of archiving and preserving
history."
Spoken Word Power
"Perfomiing my poetry in front of an audience was the best feeling. Spoken Word Power has given
me a new level of confidence."
What's Your Story PSS..
"I never thought I could wn.te like this. This project has been a lifeline for me."
"Being part of this gmup has given me a nevv way to connect with my children and share my story."
It's No Joke
"This project helped me rethink how we approach sexisn7 in our workplace. It's an important
conversation we all need to have.
Conclusion
The past year has been one of remarkable growth and achievement for Writing on the Wall. Our
projects have continued to empower communities, amplify underrepresented voices, and foster
critical conversations around identity. creativity, and social change. As we look to the future, we
remain committed to nurturing creativity, promoting diversity, and building stronger, more inclusive
communities through the power of arts and culture.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Total income for the year was £810,355 (2023.. £536,417) of which £67,425 (2023- £87,482) related
to funding for projects upon which restrictions are placed.
Total expenditure for the year was £581,072 (2023: £527,953), leaving a surplus for the year of
£229,283 {2023: surplus £8,464}.
At 31. March 2024 the charitable company reserves stood at £697,95912023.' £468,676} of which
£28,30912023.' £10,509) represented restricted funds and £309,275 (2023- £415,881) represents
designated funds.
Risk Management
The truslees examined the major risks that the charitable company faces each year and have
developed and continue lo develop syslems to monitor and control these risks to mitigate any impact
that they may have on the charity both now and in the future.
Writing on the Wall are currenly negotiating a new lease on their office premises, with the Landlords,
Liverpool City Council.
Reserves Policy
It is the policy of the charitable company to mainlain unrestricted funds, which are free reserves at
a level to cover redundancy provision, lease commitment5, Staff training, festival and six months.
running costs should no further funding be re￿ived.
As at the end of the financial year the unrestricted funds totalled £669,650 less designated funds for
projects of £309,275 the balance of unrestricted reserves £360,375. The charitable company
requires £29.375 for redundancy provision, £1,000 lease requirement, £13.176 for the festival and
£265.724 for six months running costs, (total £309,275} included as a designated reserves see note
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The trLtstees plans for the balance of the unrestricted reserves are to employ additional staff,
celebration of Wow 25th
distribution ne￿ork.
anniversary, finding permanent premises, developing our publishing
Plans for the Future
As we look ahead to 2024 and beyond, Writing on the Wall is focused on several key priorities that
will allow us to continue expanding our impact..
1. Staffing.. We plan to expand our team to ensure that we have the capacity lo deliver an ever-
growing programme of projects and initiatives.
2. 25th Anniversary Celebrations: In 2025, Wow will mark its 25th anniversary with a series of
high-profile events. These celebrations will include expanded programming and new partnerships,
highlighting the impact that Wow has had over the past quarter-century.
3. Permanent premises.. We are in ongoing discussions to secure a pennanent home at Edge
Hill/Lodge Lane Library. a vital space for community-focused creative work.
4. Funding= We are in discussions with Arts Council England to secure additional funding for our
25th anniversary celebrations, as well as potential capital funding for Edge Hill Library.
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
The organisation is a charitable company limited by guarantee, incorporated on 24th February 2003
(Company number 04675589}, and registered as a charity on 5th August 2003 (Charily number
1098868).
The company was established under a Memorandum of Association which established the objects
and powers of the Gompany and is governed by its Articles of Association dated 201h February 2003.
The Charity's Board of Trustees are also its Directors. The members are elected by Annual General
Meetings (AGM) of Ihe members of the Charity. with casual vacancies being filled, as required, by
the Board of Trustees in accordance with the Charity s Articles of Association.
The Board meets regularly throughout the year and attends to all strategic and operational matters.
Trustee Recruitment:
The board will regularly idenlify skill gaps and recruit when to the Board. creating spectfications and
role description.
Opportunities will be advertised through our mailing contact and various networks including
Liverpool Charity and Voluntary Service. City of Liverpool College, and Merseyside Literalure
Partnership. Adverts will explicitly state that the board welcomes applications from under-
represented groups. The trustees may at any time co￿p1 any person duly qualified to be appointed
as a trustee to fill a vacancy in their number or as an additional Trustee, but a co-opted Trustee
holds office only until the next AGM.
Equality and Diversity
In the planning and delivery of our activities, issues of inclusion, diversity, access. and equality are
at the forefront of our thoughts. The organisation ensures that all venues used are aC￿Ssible, that
publicity is targeted at relevant groups where necessary, and that all aspects of the events are
welcoming and inviting, and that where possible we offerways to support people attending, including
childcare, translation and BSL signing.
Wow was rated as Outstanding by Arts Council England for ils diverse artistic programming in this
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Our festival evaluations are an indication of the success of our work in engaging 'hard to reach,
communities and is a clear representation of how Wow is perceived as an inclusive, ac￿Ssible
organisation.
Writing on the Wall's Board of Trustees are a diverse, multi-di5ciplinary, committed and motivated
team, highly regarded in their respective sectors and disciplines and drawn from Ihe social economy,
secondary education, higher education, private and community sectors. Their combined skillsets
and experience allow Wow and the annual festival to develop to its current position. We have
recently brought on two trustees to increase the diversity of the board. The Trustees meet bi-
monthly, with a programme of dates planned throughout the year. The Co-Direclors attend all
meetings. There is an annual AGM. Minutes are taken at each meeting and circulated within one
week of the meeting. Board papers are prepared and cirGulated one week in advance of meetings.
An annual away day is held with board and staff to review progress and discuss proposals and
aclivities for the year ahead. The Trustees attend the annual Creatives Meeting we hold with our
partners, writers, artists, volunteers and communities.
The Trustees are:
Stuart Borthwick. published author and academic at Liverpool John Moores University with
background in inter disciplinary cultural studies.
Penny Feeny, best-selling author, formerly on boards of Liverpool Everyman Playhouse and
Brouhaha International.
Lisa Mcmullan, Director for Development and Consullancy for The Women's Organisation, qualified
social accountant and auditor.
Robyn Donaldson coordinates The Sunday Times Short Story Prize, founder of 'Other's Day, and
published author.
Paul Amann, Policy Officer at Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, founder of the first official
Liverpool Pride and Kop Outs, LGBT+ fan group for Liverpool Football Club.
Emy Onuora, author of Pitch Black= The Story of Black British Footballers and co-author of Great
War to Race Riots. Equalities officer for Liverpool City Combined Authority.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Name
Writing on the Wall Limited
04675589
Company number
Charity number
Registered office
1098868
Windsor Street Library
Windsor Street
Liverpool
L8 1XF
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees who are also its directors. Members are
elected by Annual General Meetings of the members of the
council in accordance with the Articles of Association.
P Amann
Dr S Borthwick
R Donaldson
P Feeny
L Mcmullan
E Onuora
Trustees
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Secretary
Independent Examiner
Ms M Heneghan
Mrs Ying Huang, ACCA
clo LCVS
151 Dale Street,
Liverpool,
L2 2AH
Bankers
Barclays Bank plc
48B & 50 Lord Street
Liverpool
L2 1TD
Sign
behalf of the Board of Trustees
orthwick, Chair and Trustee
Date

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STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES, RESPONSIBILITIES
Company law requires the truslees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which
give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company as at the balance sheet
date and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including income and expenditure,
for the financial year. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees should follow best practice
and:
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.
observe the methods and principle in the Charities SORP.
make judgements and estimales that are reasonable and prudent.
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume
that the company will continue as a going concern.
stale whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material
departure disclosed and explained in the financial statements.
The Trustees are responsible for maintaining proper accounting records which disclose with
reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable company and to 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 financial statements have been prepared in accordan￿ with the charity's trust deed, the
Charities Act 2011 and 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 published {FRS 102) (effective 1 $1 January
2019}.
By Order of the Board
MSMH
neghan
Company Secretary
Windsor Street Library
Windsor Street
Liverpool
L8 1XF
Date..
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF
WRITING ON THE WALL LIMITED
I report on the accounts of the charitable company for the year ended
31st March 2024, which are set out on pages 14 10 30.
The trustees {who are also the directors of the company for the
purposes of company lawl are responsible for Ihe preparation of the
accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this
year under section 144(21 of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act)
and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act,
to follow Ihe procedures laid down in the general Directions
given by the Charity Commission {under section 145(5){b) of
the 2011 Act, and
to state whelher particular matters have come to my attention.
My examination was carried out in accordance with 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 consideralion of any unusual ilems or disclosures in the
accounts, and seeking explanations from the 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 lo whether the aGGounts present a 'true and fair,
view, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement
below.
Res
eGtive
res
onsibilities of
trustees and examiner
Basis of inde
examiners re
endent
ort
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my
attention..
{1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any
material respect, the requirements..
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 386 of
the Companies Act 2006., and
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records
and comply with the accounting requirements of section 396
of the Companies Acl 2006 and with the methods and
principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice:
Accounting and Reporting Charilios
have not been met., or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to
enable a proper understanding
of the accounts to be
reached.
Inde
endent examiner's
statement
Name:
Mrs Ying Huang
Relevant professional qualification or body- ACCA
Address.. clo LCVS
151, Dale Street, Liverpool, L2 2AH
Dated..

WRITING ON THE WALL LIMITED
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES {including Income & Expenditure)
ST
THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Notes
Unrestricted RestriGted
Funds
Funds
2024
2024
Total
2024
Total
2023
Income and endowments
from:
Donations and legacies
Charitable activities
Investments
78,509
661,562
2,859
78,509
728,987
2,859
79,825
455,970
622
3b
67,425
Total Income
742,930
67,425
810,355
536,417
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
531,447
49,625
581,072
527,953
Total expenditure
531,447
49,625
581,072
527,953
Net income movement In
funds
211,483
17,800
229,283
8,464
Reconciliation of funds:
Total funds brought forward
10,11
458,167
10,509
468,676
460,212
Total funds carried forward
9-11
669,650
28,309
697,959
468,676
The notes on pages 17 to 30 forrr part ofthese accounts. All the above amounts relate to continuing
activities of the charitable company.
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WRITING ON THE WALL LIMITED
ST
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
Company Reg No: 04675589
Notes
Fixed assets..
Tangible fixed assets
Intangible fixed assets
31st March 2024
31¥t March 2023
6,944
2,000
20,588
3,000
Current assets:
Stock
Debtors
Bank and cash balance
8,944
23,588
4,774
62,042
635,596
13,648
26,741
415,529
702,412
455,918
Current liabilities:
Creditors= amounts falling due
within one year
113,397)
(10,830)
Net current assets
689,015
445,088
Total assets lass current
liabilities
697,959
468,676
Funds
Unrestricted funds
Restricted income funds
10, 11
10, 12
669,650
28,309
458,167
10,509
697,959
468,676
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Financial Reporting
Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS1021.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to small
companies subject to the small companies, regime and in accordance with FRS102 SORP.
For the period covered by these accounts the company was entitled to exemption under section 477
of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
No members have required the company lo obtain an audit of ils accounts for the year in question
in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The trustees. who are the directors of the company, acknowledge their responsibility for complying
with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial
statements.
Appr
by the Board on ..g.Q6......lol4Énd signed on their behalf by:
Dr S Borthwick, Chair and Trustee
Date .
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WRITING ON THE WALL LIMITED
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024
Notes
31°, March 2024
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash generated from operations
31st March 2023
16
220,067
26,888
Invastlng activities
Purchase of tangible fixed assets
{606}
Net cash (used in) investlng
activities
(606)
Net cash generated from financlng
aGtivities
Net increase in cash and cash
equivalents
220,067
26.282
Cash and cash equivalents at
beginning of year
415,529
389,247
Cash and cash equivalents at end of
year
635,596
415,529
Represented by:
31" March 2024
st
31 March 2023
Cash at bank and in hand
635,596
415,529
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
ST
1. LIMITED LIABILITY
The Charity is a company limited by guarantee. Each member's liability is limited to £1.
2. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of Ac¢ounting
The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost
or transaction value unless othewise slated in the relevant notels) to these accounts.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordan￿ with the charity's trust deed, the
Charities Act 2011 and Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended
Praclice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting
Star)dard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland published (FRS 102} effective 1 Sl January
2019.
The accounts are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary
amounts in these financial statements are rounded lo the nearest £.
Going concern
At the time of approving the accounts, the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the
charitable company has adequate reserves to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable
future. The Trustees are confident that the levels of liquidily and free reserves will not affect the
charity's operations. Thus, the Trustees continue to adopt the going con￿rn basis of accounting in
preparing the accounts.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds are the Charitable Company's free reserves available for the trustee5 to apply in
accordan￿ with the charitable company's charitable objectives.
Restricted funds are subject to specific restrictive conditions imposed by the donor. All restricted
funds are accounted for as restricted income and expenditure for the purposes is charged to the
fund.
Income recognition
All income is recognised once the charity has entitlement to the income, there is sufficient certainty
of receipt and $0 it is probable Ihat the income will be received, and the amount of income re￿1vable
can be measured reliably.
Donations and legacies comprise of donations and general grants which are recognised in the
accounts when received, with the exception of known legacies which are accounted for when their
receipt is certain.
Income from charilable activities is recognised on an accrual's basis except for grants receivable,
which are recognised on the date on which their unconditional payment is confirmed by the donor.
Income from investment relates to bank interest received and is recognised when the amount is
certain.
Expenditure recognition
Liabilities are recognised as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the
charitable company to that expenditure, it is probable that settlement will be required, and the
amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.
All expenditure is a¢Gounted for on an accrual basis. All expenses, including support costs and
governance costs, are allocated or apportioned to the applicable expenditure headings in the
Statement of Financial Activities. Support and governance costs are applied to unrestricted funds
unless specifically included in the reslrictions, as specified by the donor.

WRITING ON THE WALL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31$1 MARCH 2024
Expenditure on charitable activities relates to the operation of the charity comprising of direct
charitable expenditure to meet Ihe objectives of the charitable company. Support and governance
costs relate lo the management and operation of the organisation and also compliance with
constitutional and statutory requirements in producing the annual report. These are dealt with in the
Statement of Financial Activities when payment has been approved by the charitable company.
Stock
Stock comprises books produced by the charitable company. The value of the stock is held at net
realisable value as some books are given away for free whilst others are sold.
Tangible Fixed Assets
Capital expenditure of £500 and above is stated in the balance sheet at cost less accumulated
depreciation. Depreciation is provided to wrtte off the cost of each asset over its expected useful life
as below:
Equipment
Fixtures & Fittings
Computers & Equipment
Intangible Fixed Assets
Capital expenditure is treated as a fixed asset and amortised to write off each asset over its
estimated useful life as follows.
Website
339/0 per annum straight line basis
25 /0 per annum reducing balance basis
33 /0 per annum straight line basis
20 % per annum straight line basis
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-temi
liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts.
Financial instruments
The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 'Basic Financial Instruments. and
Section 12 '0ther Financial Instruments Issues, of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheel when the charity becomes paty
to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements,
when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention
to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances. are initially measured at
transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using
the effective interest method unless the arrangemenl constitutes a financing iransaction, where the
transaction is measured al the present value of the future receipts discoLfnted at a market rate of
interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
Basic financial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction
price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is
measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest.
Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate
method.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31$t MARCH 2024
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity's contractual obligations expire or are
discharged or cancelled.
Critical accounting estimates and judgements
In Ihe application of the charity's accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements,
estimates and assumptions about Ihe carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily
apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical
experience and other faclors that are considered lo be relevant. Actual results may differ from these
estimates.
The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an on-going basis. Revisions to
accounting estimates are recognised in the year in whiGh the estimate is revised where the revision
affects only that year, or in the year of the revision and future years where the revision affects both
current and future years.
Taxation
Income and gains are exempt from taxation as they are re￿1V&d and applied for charitable purposes
only. The charitable company benefits from various exemptions from taxation afforded by tax
legislation and is not liable to corporation tax on income or gains falling within those exemptions.
3. Donations and endowments from
Unrestricted Restricted
Funds
Funds
2024
2024
Total
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
2023
a Donations and legacies
Donations
Arts Council England
437
78,072
437
78,072
700
79,125
78,509
78,509
79,825
Donations and legacies income for 2023 related wholly to unrestricted fund.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2024
Unrestricted Restricted
Funds
Funds
2024
2024
Total
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
2023
b. Charitable activities
Arts Council England - Year of Writing
Book and Bar sales
Box office income
Commissions and sales
ESF Community Grant - Next Chapter
Garfield Weston Foundation
Granada Foundation
Liverpool City Council - Culture Arts
Inveslment Programme
Liverpool City Region Combined
Authority
Mayors Fund
Paul Hamlyn Foundalion
Pilgrim Trust- Archives Revealed
Sponsorship
Youth Endowment Fund
4,597
4,298
6,773
9,148
4,746
644,116 350,469
7.971
4,298
9,148
644,116
20,000
20,000
2.000
20,935
20,935
22,382
1,670
26,490
26,490
29,000
19,862
6.500
4,000
4,000
661,562
67,425 728,987 455,970
Income from charitable activities in 2023 comprised £368,488 for unrestricted funds and £87.482
related to restricted funds.
Unrestricted
Funds
2024
Restricted
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
2023
c. Investments
Bank Interest
2,859
2,859
622
Investments Income for 2023 related wholly to unrestricted fund5.
4. Expendlture on Charltable Activities
Direct
Charitable
Expenditure
Support &
Governance
Costs
Total
2024
Total
2023
The provision of festivals, events, and
activities to promote the art and
practise of writing
417,134
163,938
581,072
527.953
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2024
Analysed as follows..
Direct charitable &xpenditur&.'
Staff salary costs
Pension
Artists costs
Distribution
Tutor5
Equipment
Project materials
Venue hire
Volunteer expenses
Website costs
Print and design
Publicity and marketing costs
Travel expenses
2024
2023
217,781
8,098
53,409
265,112
7.304
70.160
440
28,377
2,146
1.931
5,400
4.525
188
30,778
3.801
1,423
53,356
329
813
27,745
8,402
221
29,268
15,463
2,249
417.134
421,585
2024
Support & governance costs
Staff salary costs
Pension
Office running Costs
Insuran
Rent and rates
HR Support
Legal costs
Bank charges
Community support
Donation
Sundry
Consultancy fees
Staff expenses
Training
Subscriptions and licences
Trustees, expenses
Loss of disposal of tangible fixed asset
Finance support
HMRC interest
Payroll fees
Accountancy
Amortisation
Depreciation
2023
53,363
2,443
3,144
1,023
5,400
5,580
163
139
460
63,326
1,743
5,857
986
102
1,500
683
5,931
6,643
429
36,636
11,538
22.263
1,984
539
1,353
304
2,387
576
1,352
1.000
12,291
165
2,641
591
1,200
1,000
13,571
163,938
106,368
Total expenditure on charitable
activities
581,072
527,953
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2024
£49,625 (2023: £162,274) of the above expenditure relates to restricted funding.
b. Staff cost
2024
2023
Salaries
Social security costs
Pension costs
251,466
19,678
10,541
304.786
23,652
9,047
281,685
337,485
c. Particulars of employees
The average number of employees during the year 8.00 {2023'. 11.92}, and calculated on the
basis of full-time equivalents, was as follows..
Charitable activities
2024
7.55
2023
12.4
No employee received emoluments of more than £60,000 during the year.
The Trustees are not remunerated for their services and are not included in the above number of
employees.
Out-of-pocket expenses were reimbursed to one trustee in the year £181 {2023-. 2 trustees £1651.
5. Tangible fixed assets
Equipment
Computer
Equipment
Fixtures &
Fittings
Total
Cost
Brought forward at 1$1 April 2023
Additions during the year
Disposals during the year
30.627
16,776
6,531
53.934
(2,5001
{1,018)
(5,949) (9,467)
Balance at 31. March 2024
28,127
15,758
582 44,467
Accumulated Depreciation
Brought forward at 1 st April 2023
Charge for the year
Disposals during the year
15,546
9,282
{2,500)
12,720
2.941
(1,018}
5,080 33,346
68 12,291
(4.596) (8,114)
Balance at 31st March 2024
22,328
14,643
552 37,523
Net Book Value at 31$t March 2024
5,799
1,115
30
6,944
Net Book Value at 31ts1 March 2023
15,081
4.056
1,451 20,588
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2024
6. Intangible fixed assets
Website
Cost
Brought forward at 1 St April 2023
Additions
Total
5,000
5,000
st
Balance as at 31 March 2024
5,000
5,000
Accumulated Amortisation
Brought forward at 1" April 2023
Charge for the year
2,000
1,000
2,000
1,000
St
Balance as at 31 March 2024
3,000
3,000
Net Book Value at 31" March 2024
2,000
2,000
Net Book Value al 31st March 2023
3,000
3,000
7. Stock
Stock comprises books produced by the charity. to be sold or given away for free.
2024
2023
Stock
4,774
13,648
8. Debtors
2024
2023
Debtors
Prepayments
61,335
707
26,072
669
62,042
26,741
9. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2024
2023
Accruals
Tax and social security
Pension
1,841
9,910
1,646
3,124
7,706
13,397
10.830
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2024
10. Analysis of Net Assets between Funds
2024
Tangible
Fixed Assets
Intangible Net Current
Fixed Assets
Assets
Total
Unrestricted Funds
General Fund
Arts Council England
6,875
30
353,470 360,345
30
Designated Funds
Designated Reserves
309,275 309,275
6,905
662,745 669,650
Restricted Funds
Arts Council Recovery Fund
ESF Community Grant- Next
Chapter
Garfield Weston Foundation
Liverpool City Council - Festival
Enhancement Programme
Mayors Fund
2,000
2,000
39
39
20,000 20,000
1,353
1.353
4,917
4,917
39
2,000
26,270 28,309
Total funds
6,944
2,000
689,015 697,959
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31$t MARCH 2024
2023
Tangible
Intangible Net Current
Fixed Assets Fixed Assets
Assets
Unrestricted Funds
General Fund
Arts Council England
Total
17,745
859
23,682 41,427
859
Designated Funds
Designated Reserves
L8 Archive Project
Liverpool City Region
National Museum Liverpool
281,878 281,878
9.696
9,696
22,024 22,024
102,283 102,283
18,604
439,563 458,167
Restricted Funds
Arts Council Recovery Fund
ESF Community Grant- Next
Chapter
Liverpool City Council - Culture Arts
Investment Programme
Liverpool City Council - Festival
Enhancemenl Programme
National Lottery- Reaching
Communities
Paul Hamlyn Foundation
Violence Reduction Partnership Arts
& Culture
3,000
3,000
239
239
140
140
1,412
1,412
97
97
5,525
5,525
96
96
1,984
3,000
5,525 10,509
Total funds
20,588
3,000
445,088 468,676
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31$t MARCH 2024
11. Unrestricted Funds
Movements in the year
Income Expenditure Transfer of
funds
Reserves at
Beginning of
year
2024
Reserves
at end of
year
General Fund
Arts Council England
41,427
859
570,516
78,072
(318,543)
{78.901)
66,945
360,645
30
Designated Funds
Designated Reserves
L8 Archive Project
Liverpool City Region
National Museum
Liverpool
281,878
9,696
22,024
102,283
27,397
309,275
19,696)
(22.024
(102,283)
94,342
(94,342)
458,167
742,930
(531,447)
669.650
Movements in the year
Income Expenditure Transfer of
funds
Reserves at
Beginning of
year
2023
Reserves
at end of
year
General Fund
Arts Council England
258,465 252,526
2,181
79,126
(276.285} (193.279)
{80,448)
41,427
859
Deslgnated Funds
Designated Reserves
L8 Archive Projecl
Liverpool City Region
National Museum
Liverpool
88,599
11.041
14,625
193,279
281,878
9,696
22,024
102,283
(1,3451
{7,601)
15,000
102,283
374,911
448,935
(365,679)
458,167
General Fund is used to finance the charitable company's general activities as outlined in the
Trustees, Report.
Arts Council England- Contribution towards festival and core costs
Designated Funds
Designated Reserves- Contribution lowards the redundancy provision and three months,
running costs and lease commitments.
L8 Archive Project - For the delivery of the L8 Archive Project
Liverpool City Region - For the delivery of Different Voices Shared Lives.
National Museum Liverpool - For the delivery of Ihe Dorothy Kuya Archive Project.
Transfer of funds - Movement of the designated reserves, transfer profit to core funds
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2024
12. Restricted Funds
Movements in the year
Income
Expenditure
Reserves
at Beginning
of year
2024
Reserves
at End
of year
Arts Council Recovery Fund
ESF Communily Grant- Next
Chapter
Garfield Weston Foundation
Liverpool City Council - Culture Arts
Investment Programme
Liverpool City Council - Festival
Enhancement Programme
Mayors Fund
National Lottery- Reaching
Communities
Paul Hamlyn Foundation
Violence Reduction Partnership Arts
& Culture
3,000
{1,000)
(200)
2,000
239
39
20,000
20,935
20,000
140
(21,075)
1,412
(59)
(21,573}
(97)
(5,5251
(96)
1,353
26,490
4,917
97
5,525
96
10,509
67,425
(49,625)
28,309
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2024
Movemenls in the year
Income
Expenditure
Reserves
at Beginning
of year
Reserves
at End
of year
2023
Arts Council England - Cultural
Bridge
Arts Council England - Year of
Writing
Arts Council Recovery Fund
Catalyst Small Grants
ESF Community Grant- Next
Chapter
Granada Foundation
Liverpool City Council- Culture Arts
Investment Programme
Liverpool City Council Culture
Liverpool
Liverpool City Council - Festival
Enhancement Programme
Liverpool City Region Combined
Authority
National Archives
National Lottery- Reaching
Communities
Paul Hamlyn Foundation
Pilgrim Trusl
Violence Reduction Partnership Arts
& Culture
9,437
(9,437)
4,597
(4,597}
(1,000)
(14)
(8,171)
(2,0001
122,584)
4,000
14
3,000
439
7,971
239
2.000
342
22,382
140
15,038
(15,038)
1,882
(470>
1,412
1,670
(1,670)
(10,000)
{218)
(60,937}
(25,9241
(214)
10,000
315
97
37,462
6,062
29,000
19,862
5,525
310
96
85.301
87,482
(162,274)
10,509
Description of Funds These are monies given to the charitable company to be spent at the
discretion of the Board of Trustees for specific charitable purposes, as follows..
Arts CounGiI, England, Cultural Bridge -contribution towards 'Staging the Hidden Words,
project.
Arts Council England, Y8ar of Writing - Contribution towards Liverpool Year of Writing.
Arts Council Recovery Fund - to help face the challenges of the Coronavirus pandemic and to
ensure Wow has a sustainable future.
Catalyst Small Grants- Contribution towards salary, consultancy, training, and equipment
ESF Community Learning Grant - Next chapler - Contribution to project to support writers and
artists career development.
Garfield Weston Foundation - Contribution towards Wow young Writers programme,
Volunteers programme and core costs
Granada Foundation - ContribLttion towards 'Writers on Readers, project
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31$t MARCH 2024
Liverpool City Council, Culture Arts Investment Programme - To support Wow's capacity to
deliver the annual programme of events, activities, and festivals.
Liverpool City Council, Culture Llverpool - Contribution towards 'What's Your Story. projects
for the Clinically Extremely Vulnerable and frontline workers.
Liverpool Clty Council, Festival Enhancement Programme
festival.
Contribution towards annual
Liverpool City Reglon Combined Authority - Contribution lowards 'Generation for Change,
projecl.
Mayors Fund Contribution to Black History Month Festival for Wow and for external
commissions.
National Archives - Contribution towards a Positive Action Traineeship for L8 Archive
National Lottery, Reaching Communlties - Contribution towards 'Writers Bloc, project.
Paul Hamlyn Foundation - Contribution towards Super Heroes Words are our Power!, schools-
based project.
Pilgrim TrusUNational Archives- Contribution towards 'Archives revealed, L8 Archiv8 project.
Violence Reduction Partnership Arts & Culture - Wow Young Writers - Match funding to help
develop Wow Young Writers
13. Operating Lease Commitments
The only financial commitment is three-month notice payment of rent of £1,000. (2023.. notice
£1.000)
14. Related Party Transactions
There were no material related party transactions during the year which require disclosure (2023-
none).
15. Guarantees
As at 31st March 2024, 6 members had given a guarantee of £1 each in the event of the company
winding-up. Total.. £6 {2023.' 6 Members Tolal.. £61
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31$t MARCH 2024
16. Cash generated from operations.
2024
2023
Surplus for the year
229,283
8,464
Adjustments for:
Depreciation
Amortisation
Loss on disposal of tangible fixed asset
12,291
1,000
1,353
13,571
1,000
2,641
Movements in worklng capital:
Decreasellincrease) in stocks
IlnGrease)Idecrease in debtors
Increasel(decreasel in creditors
8,874
{35,301)
2,567
(1,743)
4,190
(1,235)
Cash generated from operations
220,067
26,888
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