Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01/05/2024 Period start date To 31/05/2025 Period end date
Charity name: SOUTHWICK RANGERS FC
Charity registration number: 1120331
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation for the benefit of the inhabitants of Southwick by the provision of facilities for playing football. |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
The club runs multiple football teams across different age groups and genders, including youth, girls’ teams, and an adult women’s recreational session. Activities include training, competitive matches, and development programs such as Wildcats and Just Play. The club also provides pathways for young players to become coaches or referees. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The trustees of Southwick rangers FC confirm that they have had due regard to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit when reviewing the charity's aims and objectives,planning its activities, and setting its strategy for the year. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment All of our coaches/ managers officials are volunteer’s Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers
Other
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | The club has grown in teams over the year an this enables more children to play football. The clubhouse has been open more frequently to enable parents and carers to get refreshments 2 teams achieved sportsmanship awards from their league. |
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | We are and continue to raise funds to renovate our clubhouse. |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | During the period from 01 June 2024 to 31 May 2025, SOUTHWICK RANGERS FC continued its activities and maintained a stable financial position. The charity closed the year with total cash funds of approximately £7,424.50 compared to £4,995.00 in the previous year. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | The charity aims to maintain sufficient reserves to meet ongoing operational commitments and to provide financial stability for future activities and events. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | The charity held reserves of approximately £7,424.50 at the year end. |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | The trustees are satisfied that the charity has adequate resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future and therefore the accounts have been prepared on a going concern basis. |
| Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
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| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | The principal sources of funds included membership income, fundraising activities, donations, and event-related receipts. |
| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | The charity currently holds funds in cash accounts and does not operate a formal investment policy. |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | The trustees regularly review the main risks facing the charity, including funding uncertainties and operational costs, and take appropriate steps to mitigate these risks. |
| Other | The trustees would like to thank all volunteers, supporters, and members for their continued support throughout the year. |
Structure, Governance and Management
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Constitution |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | Charity |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | The Charity in general meeting shall elect the Officers and the other Trustees. The Trustees may appoint any person who is willing to act as a Trustee. The Trustees may also appoint Trustees to act as officers |
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You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 | |
| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | The charity is managed and administered by a committee. This committee comprises the Officers and other members elected in accordance with the constitution. The Officers are the Trustees of the Charity. They include A Chair, Secretary & Treasurer. |
| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | |
| Other |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Southwick Rangers Football Club |
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| Other name the charity uses | SRFC |
| Registered charity number | 1120331 |
| Charity’s principal address | 13, St Richards Road, Portslade, BN4411PA |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| David Tuffin | Chairman- Trustee | |||
| Sara Tuffin | Secretary & Safeguarding Officer- Trustee |
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| Mark Wilson | Head of Football- Trustee |
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| Brian Byrne | Treasurer | |||
| Chris Burrell | Fees Manager | |||
| Tina Raikes | Clubhouse Manager | |||
| EmilyRaikes | Fundraiser | |||
| Natasha Raultt | Fundraiser | |||
| Simon Studd | Committee member | |||
| Helen Jones | Committee Member | |||
| John Sebbah | Committee Member- Trustee |
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| Benjamin Jardine | Committee Member | |||
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets NIL held in this capacity Name and objects of the Nil charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for Nil safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Southwick Rangers FC does not disclose key personnel details to protect privacy, comply with data protection regulations, and ensure security. The charity remains transparent and fully compliant with all governance requirements
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Receipts and payments accounts For the period 01/06/2024 31/05/2025
31/05/2025
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Section A Receipts and payments
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment Total funds Last year funds funds funds
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to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £ £
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A1 Receipts
Clothing 19 - - 19 360
Donation Received 563
Food and Drink 7,454 - - 7,454 5,461
Grants 250 - - 250 500
Just Play 466 - - 466 554
Services - - - - 311
Sponsors 1,500 - - 1,500 9,450
Subscriptions 56,386 - - 56,386 46,172
Uncategorised Income 298 - - 298 1,570
Wildcats Fees 446 - - 446 708
Easy Fundraising 135 - - 135 -
Interest earnedSub total (Gross income 44 - - 44 7
for AR) [ 67,561 ] - - Cross Add Error 65,094
sales, (see table).
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Total receipts 67,561 - - #VALUE! 65,094
A3 Payments
Clubhouse Stock 5,125 - - 5,125 5,474
Cost of sales - - - - - 12
Audit and Accountancy - - - 395
Bin Collections 1,037 - - 1,037 1,117
Cleaning 355 - - 355 669
Club Events - - - 44
Club House 3g 322 - - 322 309
Club House Maintenance 85 - - 85 117
Clubhouse Insurance 1,343 - - 1,343 1,261
Courses 520 - - 520
Donation Expenses 208 - - 208 145
Equipment - - - 789
Fines 285 - - 285 68
Total for Governance 2,243 - - 2,243 3,618
Kit 8,912 - - 8,912 24,513
Other Equipment 4,181 - - 4,181
Phone 300 - - 300 300
Pitch Fees 3G 24,291 - - 24,291 19,164
Pitch Hire Grass Pitches 6,083 - - 6,083 6,082
Presentation - - - 60
Presentation Day - - - - 795
Printing Postage & Stationery 156 - - 156 129
Quick Books 590 - - 590 509
Referees 2,773 - - 2,773 1,612
Rent or Lease of Buildings 862 - - 862 738
Transaction Costs 275 - - 275 275
Travel - - - 171
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Trophies & Funday 4,837 - - 4,837
Trophy Engraving 140 - - 140
TV Licence 178 - - 178 225
Website 30 - - 30 30
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Sub total 65,132 - - 65,132 67,006
A4 Asset and investment
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Sub total - - - - -
Total payments 65,132 - - 65,132 67,006
et of receipts/(payments) 2,429 - - #VALUE! - 1,911
A5 Transfers between fund - - - - -
A6 Cash funds last year end 4,995 - - 4,995 -
Cash funds this year end 7,424 - - #VALUE! - 1,911
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CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
10/06/2026
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B1 Cash funds ccounts (SS) |
Details Details Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Cash Club house & Wildcats A/C Current & Deposit A/C Details Details Details Float paid to trustee Sara Tuffin Signature David Tuffin 3 |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - 193 - 844 - 250 6,527 - 7,428 - Agreement Error OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name D C Tuffin S C Tuffin |
Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - - OK Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - - - - Current value (optional) - - - - - Current value (optional) - - - - - - - - - When due (optional) Date of approval 10/06/2026 10/06/2026 10/06/2026 |
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CCXX R3 accounts (SS)
CCXX R4 accounts ISSI 1011W2026
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND ANO WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Rèport to tha tru8to08 SOUTHWICK RANGERS FC On ac¢ount• for tho year ended 3110512025 Charlty no 111 any) 1120331 Sot out on pag08 Attached I report lo the trustees on my examlnallon of the accounts of Ihe above charity I'lhe Trust") for the year ended 3110512025. Rèiponilbllltlo1 and ba818 of report As th8 charlly's trustees, you ar8 responslble for the preparalian of th8 accounts in accordance with the requir8m8nls of the Charities Act 20111'lh8 Acl'}. I report In respecl of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out undér sèction 145 of thé 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination. I havè followed all the applicable Directions givgn by th8 Charity Commission under secllon 145{5llbl of the Act. Independent l 8m independent of Southwick Rangers FC and have the necessary skills •xamlner'$ Statement and experience to undertake this examination. My examination was conducted in accordance wilh the Charity Commission's guidanc& on independent examination ICC321. ThSs report Is slgned on behalf of DD Accounllng I have complétèd my èxamination. l Gonfirm that no material matters have come lo my att8nllon In conne¢lion with the examination which givès m8 causè to believe that in, any material respect.. the 8ccounling records were not k8Pt In accordance wllh sectlon 130 of the Charities Act., or the 8ccounls did not 8ccord wlth the 8ccountlng records., or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the fomi and contènt of accounts set out in the Charitie8 IAccounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 othér than any requiremént Ihat the accounts givè a 'lrue and fair, view which is not 8 matter consSd8red as part of an independent examination. I have no concèrns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination lo which attention should be drawn in this report in order lo enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Slgned: Date: 1010612026 Name: Dominika Dering - DD Accounting Relevant profè88Sonal quallflcatlon(sl or body Ilf any): AAT Addro••: 137 The Gardens, Soulhwick, Brighton, England, BN42 4AR IER