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Annual Report and Accounts 2024-2025
Some may say a dream is but a fleeting puff of fantasy. But those who have truly dared to dream will tell you that from all things abstract, a dream is often most E
Some may say a dream is but a fleeting puff of fantasy. But those who have truly dared to dream will tell you that from all things abstract, a dream is often most powerful.
At CCBC this year, we once again harnessed the influence, the infinity of dreams. We dreamed, we envisioned, we brought the fantastical whispers of children to life.
Stepping into CCBC is to witness a dream in action. Its impact is immeasurable, rippling outward and affecting family, friends— an entire community; its joyful influence shaping an incredible future.
Every day, we meet children whose youthful spirits have been clouded by the daily grind of disadvantage. In the face of the rising cost-of-living crisis, more children than ever are experiencing financial instability, limited opportunities, and compromised home environments.
Feeling stuck in the rut of their circumstances, these children wonder whether they will ever experience joy again. They question whether their dreams of a secure and prosperous future will ever come true. That is the calling of CCBC. Since our opening in 2006, we have made it our mission to transform the present and futures of the youth we support, helping them to see even their wildest dreams come true.
Through our widely acclaimed and innovative projects, we have this year alone empowered nearly 1,000 young people to achieve their ambitions and believe in their aspirations. Drawing on careful evaluation of our past initiatives, we have selected the most successful programmes, recreating and expanding their reach so that a new era of CCBC users can flourish through its continued impact.
launching a range of groundbreaking projects.
The impact of these initiatives can be seen in the lives of children like Hirsh, 12, a local boy from a disadvantaged home who lives with a sensory processing disorder. Between poverty, emotional strain and the consequent social isolation, his life was a relentless struggle.
Then he joined the CCBC youth club, and the Coin and Cookery programme.
He says, “it changed my life in the most incredible way. I learnt emotional and practical skills, I mingled with an amazing group of kids like me, I no longer viewed myself as a victim, but as a competent and talented teen.”
The impact deepened when CCBC introduced its integrative play space. Hirsh and many others could finally enjoy the outdoors in an environment tailored to their needs. “To hang out like that, with ‘regular’ friends and have fun in one playground is something I thought would never happen,” he shared.
We are pleased to present Dare to Dream, our annual report and accounts for 2025, providing an overview of the work we do in supporting the underprivileged in our community—of our dreams, of children’s dreams, and of how a community and its future are being powered by these dreams.
With demand for our services continually growing, it is thanks to the generosity and vision of our funders and supporters that we have been able to be the lifeline of support to our growing beneficiary group. We are profoundly grateful to them for allowing us to show the world that the future indeed belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
Drawing on our community surveys, we also responded to the needs of local youth this year by
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A leading youth service provider, delivering full-day activities for young people aged 5–25 years. Improving the quality of life for them and their families, building a thriving community – one child at a time.
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Safeguarding every boy in our care is our highest priority. We apply uncompromising vigilance, Safeguarding Children Training Programme and are 100 percent committed and trained to prevent and address all forms of bullying, neglect, exploitation or abuse. Through mandatory training for staff and volunteers, clear reporting SHEINDY ROSENBERG THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT protocols, and age-appropriate education for our members, we ensure every concern is dealt ATTENDED THE FOLLOWING COURSE ON 13th May 2024 “Foundation in safeguarding children and child protection practice and with, and every young person is safe, supported and protected. procedures for staff working with children in day and group care settings.” Based On Keeping Children Safe In Education, September 2023 …………………………………….. Jehudah Baumgarten …………………………………….. Aron Klein ies ~ The Association of Trainer Orthodox Jewish Schools wit - t ita n g ctiv rdi bl
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To advance in life and relieve the needs of children and young people through:
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The provision of recreational and leisure time activities provided in the interest of social welfare, designed to improve their conditions of life.
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providing support and activities which develop their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals.
The promotion of any other exclusively charitable objects and purposes such as the trustees see fit, provided that they are regarded as charitable by the law of England and Wales.
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Strengthening youth leadership
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Educating youth about Digital Safety & Online Resilience
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Increasing Community & Parental Engagement
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Expanding operations for the improvement of mental health
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“Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.” – Gary Snyder
Yet far too many inner-city children, living in cramped conditions with little immediate access to nature, have never experienced this truth. CCBC set out to change that, introducing local youth to the wonders of the natural world through activities like planting, fishing, harvesting, climbing, farming, and sculpting.
Interacting with nature breathed new life into children, especially those who struggle with traditional learning.These sensory-rich activities fostered self-reflection, curiosity, compassion. Participants received a comprehensive, hands-on education, gaining knowledge and practical skills in areas such as recycling and energy and water conservation—preparing them to contribute to a greener, sustainable future.
The Impact of a Dream
Quantifying Nature’s Cure
CCBC created a space where nature nurtured our youth, and our youth, in turn, nurtured nature. At the conclusion of the projects, 406 children were surveyed:
feel calmer and more grounded
eat more nutritious, plantbased foods
adopted at least one energy- or water-saving habit
improved motor skills
families started recycling, on top of 30% already doing so
of families added a new sustainable practice after a member attended Love the Planet
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Children are often asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Their answers sparkle with dreams of wealth, fame, and success. Yet for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, circumstances such as tech illiteracy, limited education, and economic hardship stubbornly preclude the opportunities to execute their life’s dream.
Determined to change this narrative, CCBC launched a two-pronged plan. With TechoWise and PowerBuilders, teens were no longer destined to face unemployment, crime, or substance abuse—they were empowered to lay the foundations for a prosperous future.
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PowerBuilders
In a world moving rapidly towards digital dominance, tech literacy is essential for future success. CCBC reestablished TechoWise, to equip 100 young teens with the skills needed to thrive:
Digital comprehension and online safety
While AI and automation are transforming creative industries, construction and contracting continue to offer rewarding careers, ripe with possibilities. PowerBuilders enabled 72 teens to become tomorrow’s skilled professionals by providing:
Accredited training in construction, electricity, painting, and maintenance (Diploma Level 3, AQA)
Functional skills in IT, literacy, and numeracy
Social and digital behaviours, including teamwork, stress management, and understanding plagiarism
Effective online research techniques
AI application and navigation
Hands-on experience enhancing community, club, and home facilities
Career pathways, including apprenticeships, further training, or employment
Mentorship opportunities connecting new
participants with course alumni
Post-project guidance, including signposting to = advanced training opportunities The Impact of a Dream The future of a child, a family, a community. Users: Acquire Families: Enjoy essential life, social, stronger financial and career skills; stability and skilled set goals; increase support within the resilience and household. employability. Ps. o |
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strengthened cohesion and productivity, with reductions in crime, addiction, and unemployment.
“ ~~Before joining, I had zero IT knowledge. Now, I feel confident navigating computers and using various programmes, which is a huge achievement for me. The IT skills and Digital Literacy sessions were extremely helpful, and I learned so much.~~ ” ~~Jacob~~
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Although CCBC has been operating for nearly 20 years, no two years have ever been the same. We celebrate each remarkable milestone, and even before the dust settles, new dreams are already taking shape. In this way, we keep pace with a rapidly changing society and children’s ever-evolving needs and aspirations.
By 2024, it was clear that a run-of-the-mill playground was no longer enough. Our vision was bold: Hackney’s first truly inclusive play space, designed around the specific needs of our users. Turning this dream into reality became our mission.
When the final bar was secured, the ribbon cut, and the gates opened, the playground immediately came alive—filled with the sounds of laughter, chatter and shouts of glee from children of all ages and abilities.
The Impact of a Dream Our Aims Achieved
Our new play space features three unique play zones, carefully ‘ : / =| designed to enable every child to play, learn, and expand their horizons. With accessible structure, social groups, and expert1! From surveys completed by 1,000 children and families, a 3~3 moderated activities, children were empowered to grow—improving 4 the average ratings against our play space aims were as their agility, sensory and educational development, social skills and 4 i follows: : communication. a %
Develop a state-of-the-art natural play space where children of all abilities improve fitness, motor skills, sensory integration, and social skills.
Notably, our physically and visually accessible playground has given disabled children the opportunity to enjoy carefree play. Here, they integrate seamlessly with their peers, diversifying social play and interaction while fostering friendships, mutual understanding, and acceptance in a safe, supervised and enriching environment.
Give disabled children the chance to enjoy carefree play in an accessible, safe environment.
Promote integration and acceptance between disabled and mainstream children in recreational and educational settings.
Sammy’s Story
Sammy, 9, suffered irreversible injuries in a car accident last summer and now uses a wheelchair. He wrote a letter to our trustees and with his permission, we are sharing the following excerpt.
“With the wide pathways and accessible swings, I was finally able to play and explore the outdoors again. Only in this playground can I play alongside my old peers, getting around and having fun just like I used to. Playing in the CCBC integrated play space made me feel like a normal child for the first time since my accident.”
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A Dream in Action
There is no shortage of programmes today for children with learning difficulties. Yet, in the rush to support those struggling with weaker abilities, another group is too often overlooked — the gifted. Brimming with heightened energy and untapped intellect, many gifted children struggle to find spaces that challenge or understand them, leading to frustration, disengagement, and wasted potential.
This year, the revitalised Brainstormers programme breathed new life into the dormant abilities of forty extraordinary teens.In a fast-paced, stimulating environment, Brainstormers turned bright young minds into the gifts they were always meant to be: gifts to themselves, and gifts to humanity.
Through a dynamic mix of:
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Bright minds applied their intellect purposefully, thriving in the collaborative, fast-paced environment and transforming into futureready thinkers and leaders.
The Impact of a Dream Gifts Realised Every Day
“Before joining, I was constantly in trouble at school. No one knew what to do with my constant surge of energy and exceptional intellect. My abilities felt useless as no one could understand how a gifted child like me could be such a loser.
“At Brainstormers, that began to change. We were trained to apply our talents, stretch our creativity, and think critically. We learnt to strategise, problem-solve, and collaborate.”
Today, Kalman is a youth leader at Brainstormers, supporting new participants in robotics, engineering, and technology.
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A Dream in Action
We live in a world where childhood obesity is soaring, depression is on the rise, and—shockingly—many teens try cigarettes before 13. This is all while screens, snacks, and soda replace activity and play.
CCBC believes that rediscovering joy in movement is the most powerful way to break these patterns, restoring health, fitness, and resilience. With this in mind, CCBC transformed schoolyards, local parks, school gyms and living rooms into hubs of active play – where every jump, jab and pedal-stroke built strength and confidence, fostering a mindset wherein sports are not resented, but relished.
Walking and Cycling: Previously immobile children learnt to ride safely.
Fitness: Inactive young adults attended weekly cycling and fitness sessions
Motivational Talks: inspired healthy habits and a “move more, eat better” attitude from early childhood.
Sports clubs: offered mixed martial arts, sports, and bike mechanics.
Adventure Outings: rock climbing and other sportsmanship thrills motivated ongoing physical activity.
reducied uptake through lectures, activities, youthled research, and creating a smoking-isantisocial culture.
The Impact of a Dream
Before joining, I never believed sports were for me. But week by week, I grew stronger in my body and in my mind. Now I feel alive, confident, and ready to take on challenges I once thought were impossible — and I plan to keep this lifestyle going long after the programme ends. Shalom, 8
The best part wasn’t only the games but the friendships. Being part of a team made exercise fun, helped me focus better in school, and even calmed my stress. Sports gave me energy, happiness, and the chance to be a leader I never imagined I could be. Jacob, 15
“ ~~I always knew that sports and health is just not for me. CCBC gave me the confidence that I can succeed! When I cycle, I feel so much more fulfilled knowing that I learnt to do something that used to be so challenging.~~ ”
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“ ~~For the very first time in my life, I felt I was needed. I was a leader at the club. I was helping my friends do the exercises and workouts, and supporting others. Team sports are much more fun, than doing it alone. Besides alone, I always dropped out of any session. We had a fun time, with friends and also learnt many easy workout skills. After doing a few sessions with Sport Marshals, my teacher complimented that I was doing much better focusing. Thank you CCBC. I am proud to be a CCBC teen!~~ ”
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A Dream in Action
At CCBC, we recognise the magical power inherent in music and dance. Our creative arts programmes— co-created by our beneficiaries— combined music, crafting, singing and movement to transform the lives of young people through the extraordinary potency of the arts.
To the pulsing beat of melody and song, dozens of children and teenagers have developed artistic skills, building confidence, emotional expression, and lasting relationships. These opportunities have also opened doors to real career pathways and the thrill of performing on a professional stage.
Our programmes include:
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The Impact of a Dream What Did I Gain? Three voices
“My natural knack for music remained untapped as my parents could not afford extra-curricular activities. TalentED cultivated my talent into a treasure— and even a future”. Leiby, 11
“Beat the Dance made me recognise my individuality; I was able to express my unique personality, creativity and talents”. Ruvy, 14
“Discodance sessions were the highlights of my week! For the first time in a long time I felt happy, relaxed, and accepted”. Saul, 15
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To be a child with SEND needs is often to feel isolated, both in the classroom and in society. At CCBC, social acceptance and camaraderie are not just a dream. Our Coin and Cookery programme brings integration, friendship, and personal achievement to life—now even bigger and better, with our new state-of-the-art facilities.
Students thrived in individualised programmes, earning resources through a unique coin-based reward system that they put into practice in culinary art, woodwork, tech, and creative projects classes. The youth took pride in the strides they made, creating innovative masterpieces while fostering enthusiasm and teamwork.
The Impact of a Dream
“As a mother, it broke my heart to see my sons Yoni and Jeremy, who struggle with SEN needs, always feeling less-than. Now, threequarters of the way through the Coin and Cookery programme, I am overjoyed by their growth. They’ve developed responsibility, communication, and self-discipline, while therapy and peer support have helped them regulate emotions and build resilience. Their social skills and achievements have earned respect from their peers, and we parents are confident their friendships and confidence will last for years to come.”
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A Dream in Action
“With engaged parents, children from disadvantaged homes are 50% more likely to thrive—academically, socially, and personally.” (Educational Psychology Review, 2021)
At CCBC, we turn that research into action. Our programmes help parents overcome the barriers many disadvantaged families face—limited time, resources, energy, and access to guidance—empowering them to take ownership of their parenting journey. We provided interactive expert training, weekly stay-and-play sessions, peer mentoring, and practical resources. These equipped parents with the awareness, skills, and confidence to enrich their presence in their children’s lives—guiding them to become the “super parents” their children deserve.
The Impact of a Dream
“As an Advanced Certified Parenting Coach (ACPC), I have seen many programmes aiming to enrich parenting—but CCBC’s approach, which I helped facilitate, truly stands out. Its holistic method— combining education, guided application, peer mentorship, and practical support—created an almost foolproof process. I observed families who were previously vulnerable and friction-filled grow healthy, secure, and close. Each parent improving in their role strengthened not only their family, but also the wider community, building a foundation of resilience, productivity, connection and wellbeing that will benefit generations to come.”. “Harry L., ACPC
of fathers and sons reported significantly improved parent-child attachment.
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A Dream in Action
Holidays give shape to children’s dreams, unfolding as days of wonder and delight. At CCBC, we colour these dreams with hues of joy and cherished moments. Holidays carry whispers of hope, possibility and opportunity. We take full advantage of this spirit, bringing children a vacation that is safe and productive, while brimming with positivity, adventure and fun – experiences where they get to see what life offers, ripe with opportunities for teamwork, camaraderie and leadership.
Outdoor Daily adventures physical activity An itinerary Youth-led of sensational playschemes and thrilling trips
Youth-led playschemes
Nutritious Music and food for movement children and classes families
Cookery and baking courses
The Impact of a Dream
Michael’s Story
It happened during CCBC’s summer programme this past year, that Michael, an 8-year-old withdrawn and vulnerable child, transformed into a popular and happy one. In the past, Michael longed for friends and for ‘a group to hang out’ also at home. He wasn’t a strong student academically, and he often felt despondent about his lack of ability and skill. His school days were marked with frustration and sadness—he would never make it to the top. However, when he came to CCBC’s summer programme, where talent, sharing and kindness take first place, Michael at last tasted success and joy. He made meaningful friendships and became an indispensable member of his peer group. He found joy and fulfilment in the stimulating programme – and in helping others. His involvement in all activities, development of communication and leadership qualities were observed by our staff who reported these changes.
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A Dream in Action
Afternoons in Hackney used to find young teenage boys adrift, with no youth clubs or safe spaces to relax, socialise, or simply be themselves. Carrying that disorientation into secondary school, many arrived anxious and unsupported, their self-esteem and joy diminished by deprivation, bullying, and isolation. CCBC set out to provide positive outlets and a structured support framework to help these young people engage, learn, and thrive.
Youth Clubs: drop-in hubs with creative, digital, and social activities, plus adventurous trips.
Awareness Workshops: sessions to develop emotional intelligence, communication, and respect.
Creative Workshops: hands-on activities like fruit carving, graphic design, and calligraphy.
AQAAccredited Courses: sports, health, and nutrition classes.
Youth Transition Services: primary pupils paired with trained peer mentors.
Peer Mentor Training: older students trained and certified in leadership and peer support.
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Empowering Young Men
The challenges facing young men in the UK are real. CCBC’s Youth Club Programme equips them with the skills, confidence, and support they need to thrive today and build a stable, successful future. Challenges (UK males) * experience chronic loneliness (14-29)
struggle in the workplace
express dissatisfaction with relationships
lack a male role model
Elevated risks in suicide, alcohol, and substance misuse
Youth Club Programme Impact
feel they have found their place
report improved emotional wellbeing
members earned AQA accreditations, 50 boosting employability
have improved relationship skills have a trusting relationship with a male adult
*Figures based on research by YoungMinds, 2023, The Guardian, October 2025 and ACU., 2023
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The Thrive Rooms Expansion
Two new rooms providing vital trauma support and mental health care for boys who would otherwise go without.
Healthy Choices Initiative Expanding to include alcohol and drug prevention, while reaching more youth with wellbeing support.
Soft Skills
Developing practical life skills to help boys face challenges and make confident choices.
“Dreams only come true for those who work to make them happen.” These generous funders make dreams come true every day – dreams of children, of CCBC, of an entire community. They allow a society to dare and dream. We continue to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our funders for their ongoing belief in and support of our work. — r
Bedford Memorial Trust
City of London Corporation Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Gowling WLG Groundwork UK HAF- Hackney Hardy Family Foundation John Scott Charitable Trust LB Hackney North London Waste Authority (NLWA) The Hargrave Foundation The Henry Smith Foundation The Morrisons Foundation The National Lottery The Story of Christmas The Tottenham Grammar School Foundation Tudor Trust Young Hackney
And to all remaining donors and supporters, your generosity is truly appreciated.
Clapton Common Boys Club
Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Clapton Common Boys Club
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Clapton Common Boys Club
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES SAFEGUARDING
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Clapton Common Boys Club (the Trust) for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Since our charity works with vulnerable children and families, safeguarding is considered the greatest inherent risk in its work. We have a framework of consents, controls, policies and reviews to mitigate the associated risks.
The focus on training and supervision is important in the control environment. We have a dedicated compliance member who supports safeguarding processes with a reporting system which ensures that concerns are flagged, and information communicated rapidly and securely.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act').
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
All members of staff have up to date certification and training in accordance with regulation.
Independent examiner's statement
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Since your charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a listed body. I can confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies. 7
Principal funding sources
Our activities were supported by a mixture of funding streams including private donations, grants from trusts and foundations, and users' contributions. The results for the year = are shown i in the attached financial statements, and the trustees are satisfied with the results for the year.
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
The Trustees gratefully acknowledge that the expansion of services and reach and increase in positive impact on the lives of children in the community is largely due to the substantial and generous support of the following charitable trusts and foundations, including Hackney Local Authority, Awards for All, BBC Children in Need, BIG Lottery Fund - Reaching Communities, People Postcode Trust and other supporters and community donors.
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Reserves policy
The Trustees are working towards building free reserves of at least 3 months' operating costs in order to protect services where there are uncertainties as to whether funding will continue and to ensure adequate cash flow for the organisation's needs. As of this financial year end, we are well on track. In respect of some of the projects the incoming resources in the year exceeded the outgoing resources. As explained in the Accounting Policies in Note 1 to the Financial Statements, the grant period in certain cases runs into the next financial period, and the charity is committed to the expenditure in relation to those grants in the following period. “a
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters ; in connection - with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
The trustees are satisfied with the results for the year, and consider that the charity is in a healthy financial position.
FUTURE PLANS
Our aims and targets for the coming year are to continue expanding on our current services and programmes.
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The charity is constituted and governed by a Trust Deed dated 27 December 2006. The charity is managed and controlled by the trustees, who meet regularly.
Recruitment and appointment of new trustees
It is not the intention of the trustees of the charity to appoint any new trustees. Should the situation change in the future, the trustees will apply suitable recruitment, training and induction procedures.
A Heller FCA
Martin Heller 5 North End Road London NW11 7RJ Date: .............................................
Risk management
The trustees have identified and reviewed the major risks to which the charity is exposed. Both manual and automated checks are regularly invoked, particularly those relating to the operations and finance of the charity. The trustees are satisfied that these systems and procedures mitigate any perceived risks.
The trustees continually review the risks that the charity may be exposed to from time to time, and take appropriate action as required.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Clapton Common Boys Club
Clapton Common Boys Club
Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
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| Notes | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM | |||||
| Donations and legacies | 2 | 198,949 | 421,590 | 620,539 | 614,067 |
| EXPENDITURE ON | |||||
| Charitable activities | 3 | ||||
| General fund | 71,305 | 463,483 | 534,788 | 503,758 | |
| Other | 1,325 | - | 1,325 | 1,318 | |
| Total | 72,630 | 463,483 | 536,113 | 505,076 | |
| NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) | 126,319 | (41,893) | 84,426 | 108,991 | |
| RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS | - | _ | |||
| Total funds brought forward | 57,580 | 322,397 | 379,977 | 270,986 | |
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| TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD | 183,899 | 280,504 | 464,403 | 379,977 |
Balance Sheet 31 March 2025
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| CURRENT ASSETS | ||||||||
| Debtors | 9 | 113,248 | 289,878 | 403,126 | 402,914 | |||
| Cash at bank | 73,051 | - | 73,051 | 333 | ||||
| 186,299 | 289,878 | 476,177 | 403,247 | |||||
| CREDITORS | ||||||||
| Amounts falling due within one year | 10 | (2,400) | (9,374) | (11,774) | (23,270) | |||
| NET CURRENT ASSETS | 183,899 | 280,504 | 464,403 | 379,977 | ||||
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| LIABILITIES | 183,899 | 280,504 | 464,403 | 379,977 | ||||
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| NET ASSETS/(LIABILITIES) | 183,899 | 280,504 | 464,403 ; |
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| Unrestricted funds | 183,899 | 57,580 | ||||||
| Restricted funds | 280,504 | 322,397 | ||||||
| TOTAL FUNDS | 464,403 | 379,977 |
The financial statements were approved by ; the Board 7 of Trustees and authorised for issue on ............................................. and were signed on its behalf by: J ; ............................................. A Klein - Trustee
The notes form part of these financial statements
The notes form part of these financial statements
Clapton Common Boys Club
Clapton Common Boys Club
Cash Flow Statement for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
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| Cash flows from operating activities | |||
| Cash generated from operations | 1 | 72,718 | (93,554) |
| Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities | 72,718 | (93,554) | |
| Change in cash and cash equivalents in | |||
| the reporting period | 72,718 | (93,554) | |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the | |||
| beginning of the reporting period | 333 | 93,887 | |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the end of | |||
| the reporting period | 73,051 | 333 |
Notes to the Cash Flow Statement for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
1. RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
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| Net income for the reporting period (as per the Statement of Financial | ||
| Activities) | 84,426 | 108,991 |
| Adjustments for: | ||
| Increase in debtors | (212) | (129,527) |
| Decrease in creditors | (11,496) | (73,018) |
| Net cash provided by/(used in) operations | 72,718 | (93,554) |
2. ANALYSIS OF CHANGES IN NET FUNDS
| At 1/4/24 | At 1/4/24 | Cash flow | At 31/3/25 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | £ | ||||||
| Net cash | ||||||||
| Cash at bank | 333 | 72,718 | 73,051 7 |
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| ; | : | |||||||
| 333 | 72,718 | 73,051 | ||||||
| Total | uae | - | i | 333 | 72,718 | 73,051 |
The notes form part of these financial statements
The notes form part of these financial statements
Clapton Common Boys Club
Clapton Common Boys Club
Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES - continued
| Basis of preparing the financial statements Grants receivable include: |
2025 | |||||
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| The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in | £ | |||||
| accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of London Borough of Hackney |
138,772 | |||||
| Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial The National Lottery |
42,227 | |||||
| Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', | ||||||
| Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of 3. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS |
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| Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost | Grant | |||||
| convention. | funding of | |||||
| activities | ||||||
| Income | Direct | (see note | ||||
| All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it | Costs | 4) | Totals | |||
| is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. | £ | £ | £ | |||
| Expenditure General fund - = |
430,903 | 103,885 | 534,788 | |||
| Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the — 7 ~~:~~ |
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| charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and 4. GRANTS PAYABLE , : |
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| the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly . =e ee ; : ; a a = ~~i~~ |
31.3.25 £ |
31.3.24 £ |
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| attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of General fund 103,885 107,134 7 7 ~~_~~ ~~-~~ - F |
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| Grants offered subject to conditions which have not been met at the year end date are noted as a commitment but Dover Sholem Community Trust I |
103,885 | |||||
| not accrued as expenditure. | ~~—~~ | ~~—~~ | ||||
| Tangible fixed assets Depreciation is calculated so as to write off the cost of an asset, less its estimated residual value, over the useful economic life of that asset as follows: 5. SUPPORT COSTS : -—— 4 id : : i E a - a = ah a |
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- | Finance | Governance costs Totals Z |
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| Equipment - straight line, over 3 years | £ | £ | £ | |||
| Playground - straight line, over 5 years Other resources expended |
125 | 1,200 | 1,325 |
Taxation
The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
6. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024.
Trustees' expenses
There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.
2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES
| DONATIONS AND LEGACIES | ||
|---|---|---|
| 31.3.25 | 31.3.24 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Donations | 4,874 | 22,265 |
| Grants | 615,665 | 591,802 |
| 620,539 | 614,067 | |
| Grants received, included in the above, are as follows: | ||
| 31.3.25 | 31.3.24 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Other grants | 615,665 | 591,802 |
7.
COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| fund | fund | funds | |
| £ | £ | £ | |
| INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM | |||
| Donations and legacies | 25,763 | 588,304 | 614,067 |
| EXPENDITURE ON | |||
| Charitable activities | |||
| General fund | 48,115 | 455,643 | 503,758 |
| Other | 1,318 | - | 1,318 |
| Total | 49,433 | 455,643 | 505,076 |
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Clapton Common Boys Club
Clapton Common Boys Club
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
7. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| fund | fund | funds | ||||
| £ | £ | £ | ||||
| NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) | (23,670) | 132,661 | 108,991 | |||
| RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS | ||||||
| Total funds brought forward | 81,250 | 189,736 | 270,986 | |||
| TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD | 57,580 | 322,397 | 379,977 | |||
| 8. | TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS | |||||
| Playground | Equipment | Totals | ||||
| £ | £ | £ | ||||
| COST | ||||||
| At 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025 | = | 27,836 i |
86,462 | 114,298 | ||
| DEPRECIATION | ||||||
| At 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025 | 27,836 | 86,462 | 114,298 | |||
| NET BOOK VALUE At 31 March 2025 |
- | - | - | |||
| At 31 March 2024 | - | - | - | |||
| 9. | DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Other debtors |
DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR ~~——~~ |
31.3.25 £ 403,126 ~~SSS~~ |
31.3.24 £ 402,914 ~~_——————~~ |
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| 10. | CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR | CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR | 31.3.25 £ |
31.3.24 £ |
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| Trade creditors Other creditors |
9,374 2,400 |
19,670 3,600 |
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| 11,774 | 23,270 |
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
11. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
| Net | ||||||||||||
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| movement | At | |||||||||||
| At 1/4/24 | in funds | 31/3/25 | ||||||||||
| £ | £ | £ | ||||||||||
| Unrestricted funds | ||||||||||||
| General fund | 57,580 | 126,319 | 183,899 | |||||||||
| Restricted funds | ||||||||||||
| Restricted fund | 322,397 | (41,893) | 280,504 | |||||||||
| TOTAL FUNDS | 379,977 | 84,426 | 464,403 | |||||||||
| Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: | Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: | Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: | ||||||||||
| Incoming | Resources | Movement | ||||||||||
| resources | expended | in funds 7 |
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| ; | £ | £ | ; | £ | ||||||||
| Unrestricted funds | ||||||||||||
| General fund | 198,949 | (72,630) | 126,319 | |||||||||
| Restricted funds | uae | - | i | |||||||||
| _— | Restricted fund — : |
_ | So | 421,590 | (463,483) | (41,893) : |
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| ae vital - |
; | TOTAL FUNDS Comparatives for movement in funds |
Comparatives for movement in funds ; |
= | - | 620,539 ~~aa~~ |
(536,113) ~~—~~ |
84,426 ~~—Sr~~ |
| At 1/4/23 | Net movement in funds |
At 31/3/24 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | £ | |
| Unrestricted funds | |||
| General fund | 81,250 | (23,670) | 57,580 |
| Restricted funds | |||
| Restricted fund | 189,736 | 132,661 | 322,397 |
| TOTAL FUNDS | 270,986 | 108,991 | 379,977 |
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Clapton Common Boys Club
Clapton Common Boys Club
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
31.3.25 31.3.24 £ £
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
11. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued
Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
| Incoming resources £ |
Resources expended £ |
Movement in funds £ |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Unrestricted funds | |||
| General fund | 25,763 | (49,433) | (23,670) |
| Restricted funds | |||
| Restricted fund | 588,304 | (455,643) | 132,661 |
| TOTAL FUNDS | 614,067 | (505,076) | 108,991 |
A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows:
| = | i | Net | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| movement | At | |||
| At 1/4/23 | in funds | 31/3/25 | ||
| Unrestricted funds | £ | £ | £ | |
| General fund Restricted funds |
81,250 | 102,649 | 183,899 | |
| Restricted fund | 189,736 | 90,768 | 280,504 | |
| TOTAL FUNDS | 270,986 ~~—4~~ |
193,417 ~~-—~~ |
464,403 ~~———~~ |
A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
| Donations and legacies | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donations | 4,874 | 22,265 | |||||||
| Grants | 615,665 | 591,802 | |||||||
| 620,539 | 614,067 | ||||||||
| Total incoming resources | 620,539 | 614,067 | |||||||
| EXPENDITURE | |||||||||
| Charitable activities | |||||||||
| Admin and Office Expenses | 38,505 | 55,810 | |||||||
| Charitable Activities Rent and Expenses |
165,958 69,879 |
169,688 39,191 7 |
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| Wages and Salaries | ; | 156,561 | ; | 131,935 | |||||
| Grants to institutions | 103,885 | 107,134 | |||||||
| uae | 7 | i | 534,788 | 503,758 | |||||
| Support costs Finance _— — : |
_ | So | : | ||||||
| Bank charges | 125 | 118 | |||||||
| oa Saw “a |
Governance costs Accountancy and legal fees Total resources expended Net income |
; | ies | 1,200 536,113 84,426 ~~an~~ |
1,200 505,076 108,991 ~~=~~ |
| Incoming | Resources | Movement | |
|---|---|---|---|
| resources | expended | in funds | |
| £ | £ | £ | |
| Unrestricted funds | |||
| General fund | 224,712 | (122,063) | 102,649 |
| Restricted funds | |||
| Restricted fund | 1,009,894 | (919,126) | 90,768 |
| TOTAL FUNDS | 1,234,606 | (1,041,189) | 193,417 |
12. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2025.
This page does not form part of the statutory financial statements
Registered Charity number y. NY S ~~ 1121347 ND A TAIL DMIN
Principal address 1 Belz Terrace
London E5 9SN
Trustees
M Lipschitz A Klein S Rand
Independent Examiner
A Heller FCA
Martin+Heller 5 North End Road London NW11 7RJ