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2025-03-31-accounts

Groundwork West Midlands

Annual Report and Financial Statements 2024/25

Charity registration number 1128858

Company registration number 06823225

Registered office: First Floor Owen House 17 Unity Walk Tipton DY4 8QL

Contents

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1 About Groundwork West Midlands

2-28 Trustees Report

36 Cash Flow Statement

37-53 Notes forming part of the financial statements

54 Advisors

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About Groundwork West Midlands

Groundwork West Midlands (GWWM) is an incorporated charity working to transform lives in the UK’s most disadvantaged communities. We are passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is thriving, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances.

We help people gain confidence and skills, get into training and work, lead more active lives and overcome significant challenges such as poverty, isolation, low skills and poor health. We work with businesses and communities to protect the environment and improve green spaces.

We are part of a Federation of independent charities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland called Groundwork Trusts, supported by a national office called Groundwork UK.

Our teams are based in offices across the West Midlands delivering services where they are needed the most.

We are passionate about;

We believe that working with local communities to build their resilience is vital in facing up to the challenges of a post-Covid-19 West Midlands. We know that the negative effects of climate change and environmental breakdown impact first and worst on those who have the least power in society, and who contribute least to the cause of the crisis. A ‘just transition’ to an inclusive, net-zero economy must tackle, rather than entrench, this inequality and provide a springboard for better work and healthier, happier lives in the places that need it most.

This means creating green jobs that build wealth in local communities, changing behavior to reduce wasted food, energy and water, providing biodiverse, accessible green spaces, supporting businesses to be more responsible and empowering communities to lead activities that improve their quality of life and promote health and wellbeing.

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Message from the Chair

Another year passed and I am delighted again to be able to report extremely positively on the 2024/25 year and to present our annual report.

Closing the year in £206,265 trading surplus, our account balance remains strong with a positive end to the year for financial management and service delivery. This prudent approach to accurate bidding processes that strike the right balance between the realistic cost of delivery whilst remaining competitive, together with sound financial investment policies, has meant that this year we have been able to undertake a full strategic review, the aim of which is to invest surplus in growth and service expansion. This is a position that 6 years ago we could only imagine. Now, with greater financial alacrity, resource structures that are fit for excellence in delivery, excellent management and governance, we have achieved the ability to do much more and serve more need in our communities.

The success of our delivery of the DWP Restart programme has led to expansion in the programme areas and funding that our teams deliver, getting more people back into active work, improving prospects and mental and physical well-being. We have expanded our Green Doctor Team reflecting the huge demand for energy advisors to help with the rising costs of energy and the financial hardship that this can bring to communities. Our land management offer has also grown, we are now engaged in multiple conversations to manage more country parks, land and parks for land owners and Local Authorities. Expertise in this area is a real strength for the organisation and has the prospect of creating more self-sustaining income to use on community-based projects that support healthy eating, financial literacy and youth / community engagement to help tackle isolation and loneliness.

Finally, following our strategic review, we find that we are able to fully invest in creation of an expanded physical presence in Tipton to develop a café and community hub for service delivery. This asset will be fully funded by GWWM resources to provide a key local asset for the community, a place to eat, meet and be less isolated. Services and training are also to be delivered from the café and to increase awareness of what we can do to help communities and individuals build resilience.

We have built new staff engagement and benefit systems to support the well-being of our teams, established Board sub groups for HR, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Finance and Audit to enhance the Trustees interface and contact with staff and strengthen our approach to governance. These measures, together with a renewed vigour and optimism in the organisation, have helped reduce both staff turnover and sickness rates. Our Chief Executive deserves a particular highlight as his leadership, expanded senior networks, increased responsibilities at a national Groundwork Trust level have enhanced our reputation and awareness of our ability. Our Teams and volunteers deserve a huge thank you from all of us on the GWWM Board.

On behalf of the Board, I would like to celebrate and appreciate the continued commitment, passion, drive and innovation of our people, those who support delivery to those in need, in areas where support is best placed.

I would like to thank the governance provided by our Board of Trustees, whose expertise, time and shepherding is given freely and without which the Charity could not exist.

Please take the time to read our annual report for 2024/25 and reach out to us where we can help and collaborate.

Anne-Marie Simpson, Chair

23rd October 2025

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Governance

Structure

Groundwork West Midlands, the charity is a charitable company limited by guarantee, registered with the Charity Commission (number 1128858) and Companies House (number 06823225). The organisation is governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association dated 9 June 2009; Trustees are elected or coopted in accordance with these.

Board of trustees

The Groundwork West Midlands Board comprises Trustees appointed in accordance with the Charities Act 2011, who are also the Directors of the company in accordance with the Companies Act 2006. We take our governance responsibilities very seriously, recognising the need to ensure as much of our resource as possible is expended on delivering our charitable mission while ensuring our organisation is strong, well-managed and financially viable in the long term.

The Trustees are responsible for ensuring sound organisational systems, processes and policies are maintained and embedded in the way Groundwork West Midlands is managed. This includes policies governing our fundraising standards, our investments and our responsibilities to our staff, volunteers and beneficiaries. We pay particular attention to issues of health and safety, data protection and information security and we maintain comprehensive business continuity arrangements.

We take safeguarding very seriously and have a nominated, trained champion on our Board. Our Trustees ensure we have access to the expertise needed to run our organisation efficiently, effectively and safely; new Trustees are provided with an induction to the organisation, with a focus on roles and responsibilities.

The Groundwork West Midlands board’s work is supported by our Finance and Audit Committee, a subcommittee which oversees the audit process and reviews our Annual Report and Financial Statements independently of the main board.

Management Team

The SMT is fully representative of all functions of the organisation, with clear reporting lines. The SMT has continued to perform well, resulting in greater efficiencies, and enhanced communication throughout the organisation and excellent delivery of our projects and services.

The Senior Management Team includes staff members responsible for financial and business management, business development and programme management and delivery. The SMT is fully accountable to the Board and the Finance and Audit Committee and operates through delegated powers outlined in our financial regulations.

The team provides regular reports to the board on financial and operational performance and risk management. SMT meets monthly to discuss strategy and operation management of the organisation.

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Relationships within Groundwork

Groundwork West Midlands is one Trust within the Groundwork Federation of independent charities. Each Groundwork Trust works under a common brand to a common strategy. This strategy sets the direction, milestones and targets which influence operational decision-making across all parts of Groundwork and against which the senior executives hold each other to account.

Groundwork West Midlands is an active member of the Groundwork Federation, a national organisation with 14 member trusts. Our CEO, Andrew Thompson represents GWWM on the Federation Executive Team, and our Chair, Anne-Marie Simpson, represents GWWM on the Federation Board.

The Trust and Federation work together to ensure that all the member trusts work together, share best practice and drive up quality standards for the betterment of all. Between them, the Federation Executive Team and the Federation Board consider and discuss all aspects of Groundwork activity, ensuring that policies and strategic and business developments reflect the needs that Groundwork seeks to fulfil.

Within this strategic framework Groundwork Trusts make their own decisions about the project work they develop and deliver. The Federation strategy supports this local decision-making by focusing on those areas of development and delivery where there is a need or an opportunity for Groundwork to act collectively in order to achieve maximum benefit for the communities it serves. Individual Trusts benefit from sharing intelligence and the potential to replicate business models that are being delivered in other parts of the Federation.

The national office, Groundwork UK, delivers services and activities to support Groundwork Trusts by building brand and profile, generating income for local delivery and supporting quality and impact. Groundwork UK is held to account for its performance by its members. Each Groundwork Trust signs a membership agreement which sets down the obligations of Trusts to Groundwork UK and to each other and the services and standards Groundwork UK will deliver on behalf of the Federation.

Related party relationships

The charity operates one trading subsidiary, Groundwork West Midlands Enterprise Limited. All of the issued share capital of this company is held by the charity. This company was formed to operate contracts falling outside the scope of Groundwork West Midlands’ core areas. For 2024–25 Groundwork West Midlands Enterprise Limited was dormant.

Our commitments

We will be environmentally aware and focused on communities in need. Our decisions, actions and operations will be guided by our sustainable development policy, which sets out how we aim to contribute to creating a strong and just society living within environmental limits. Everything we do is underpinned by our values, which inform the way we work and behave. These are:

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Safeguarding

As a charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable people we make sure our operations are delivered safely and to the highest ethical standards. Groundwork UK have recently undertaken a Federation-wide review of the Trusts’ arrangements for safeguarding and whistleblowing. This work ensures Groundwork Trusts can identify and embed best practice in terms of local management, governance oversight and transparent reporting. Groundwork West Midlands continues to exceed the minimum recommended requirements.

Fundraising activities

The charity had no fundraising activities that require disclosure under S162A of the Charities Act 2011.

Objects and Public Benefit

Groundwork West Midlands charitable objects are set down in its Memorandum of Association dated 9 June 2009. They commit us to delivering and promoting regeneration and sustainable development.

The 13 objects cover environmental conservation, social welfare, public education, urban and rural regeneration for public benefit, training and employment opportunities, housing, public amenities, historic buildings, recreational facilities, derelict land reclamation, public health, public safety and other means as may be determined by the Charity Commissioners.

Groundwork West Midlands exists primarily to provide public benefit. Specific benefits delivered in 2023 - 2024 are detailed in the Strategic Report section and provide evidence that the criteria for public benefit have been met. Groundwork West Midlands Trustees have referred to the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit when reviewing the organisation's objectives and planning future activities.

Our work is designed to address the needs of all sections of the community and we provide equal access to our services regardless of race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. For further details about our work visit www.groundwork.org.uk/hubs/westmidlands/

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Strategic Report for the year ended 31 March 2025

Strategic Overview

Groundwork West Midlands is a charity working to transform lives in the UK’s most disadvantaged communities.

We are passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances.

We help people gain confidence and skills, get into training and work, protect and improve green spaces, lead more active lives and overcome significant challenges such as poverty, isolation, low skills and poor health.

Our Impact

We spent time during the year considering our impact and how we can effect change. Our work supports people facing multiple challenges – living in isolation or with significant health issues, in communities with few facilities, and with limited employment prospects.

We have over four decades’ experience of building partnerships to address these challenges in three ways:

Our impacts can be demonstrated below…

694 Community Organisations Supported

£767,274 Invested In Communities

9,525 Hours of volunteering mobilised

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578 98 1,748 Formal qualifications gained Young people supported to People supported into education, learn and achieve training or work

1,769 £834k £788k People helped to reduce Distributed in emergency energy Domestic utility bill savings Energy and water use top-ups

1,477,000 m2 4,713 1,673 Of land improved Households support by our Trees Planted Green Doctor home energy efficiency experts

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People supported to make greener choices

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Sustainable Development Goals

We prioritise our work and measure our achievements based on the difference we make to the lives of people, our impact on the environment and our contribution to UN Sustainable Development Goals. We have identified six goals, which align most closely with our work:

Goal 1: No poverty - Helping people into work and building the resilience of those most vulnerable Goal 7: Affordable and clean energy - Improving energy efficiency and promoting renewables

Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth - Creating jobs and enterprise and helping young people into work Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities - Improving green spaces, promoting sustainable transport and improving air quality

Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production - Reducing waste and promoting positive

environmental behaviours amongst communities and businesses

Goal 13: Climate action - Promoting practical action and strengthening the resilience of communities to cope with climate-related events

Our work is needed because …

We focus our work in the areas of greatest need across the whole West Midlands Regional footprint.

Our Approach

We deliver our impact through a range of projects, programmes and services that respond to local need and opportunity but that are developed and informed by the following core commitments.

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CEO Strategic Summary - 2024/25

The past year has marked a transformative period for Groundwork West Midlands (GWWM), defined by bold strategic action, operational innovation, and a deepened commitment to supporting resilient communities and sustainable environments. In alignment with the Groundwork Federation Strategy (2023–2028), GWWM has undertaken significant initiatives across governance, programme development, business transformation, and partnership expansion.

1. Strategic Review & Future Planning

GWWM initiated a comprehensive Strategic Review during 2024/25 to inform its 2025–2030 development plan. This review examined the organisation’s operational model, income diversification, governance structures, and programme priorities. It led to the identification of key themes for future growth, including:

2. Business Development & Investment Strategy

To drive growth, GWWM have developed a five-year Business Development Investment Strategy (2025– 2029), using designated reserves to support sustainable income streams. Investments include:

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3. Digital Transformation & Operational Resilience

In March 2025, GWWM launched a major digital transformation project , implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 with TES as the delivery partner. This cloud-based solution improves financial oversight, automates workflows, and strengthens funder compliance. The transformation enhances data security and operational agility, and supports scalable growth.

Additionally, GWWM achieved ISO 27001 Certification , demonstrating best-in-class data protection practices and strengthening our credibility with partners and funders.

4. New Programme & Service Development

GWWM continued to respond to community and environmental needs through innovative programming:

5. Workforce Development & Culture

To support organisational health, GWWM invested in cultural transformation. The 2024 Away Day launched a positive psychology and wellbeing programme ("Art of Brilliance"), designed to improve staff morale, emotional intelligence, and internal collaboration. Retention improved significantly as a result of previous work including investments in pay and benefits.

This year, GWWM has balanced ambition with responsibility, investing in scalable infrastructure and peoplepowered programmes while maintaining financial stability. As we move into the next strategic cycle, we are well-positioned to deepen our impact, grow our partnerships, and lead on inclusive, green innovation across the West Midlands.

Summary of our Charitable Work

Land & Environment

2024/25 has been a transformative year for the Land and Environment Team. Despite ongoing challenges in the funding landscape, the team has continued to grow and deliver meaningful, place-based environmental and community work across the region.

Relationship-building has been a key focus, and we have seen this effort rewarded — with organisations increasingly seeking us out as a delivery partner for green space improvements, nature-based wellbeing initiatives, and biodiversity recovery.

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The Land and Environment Team continues to support both health and wellbeing programmes and the delivery of CSR event days in collaboration with colleagues across the organisation. These activities not only enhance our sites and deepen community impact, but also provide valuable training and development opportunities for both staff and volunteers.

By working together across teams and building a multiskilled workforce, we’re becoming stronger, more resilient, and better equipped to adapt to change—ensuring we can meet the evolving needs of the people and places we serve.

As scientific research and recognition grows around the vital role of green spaces in supporting health, wellbeing, and cohesive communities, so too does the need to provide meaningful opportunities for people to learn, engage, and build confidence in how they interact with the natural environment. This connection is more important now than ever.

We look forward to continuing to work collaboratively, strengthening partnerships and growing our impact in the years to come.

Highlights from our Nature reserves

💧 Brickworks Biodiversity Boost

Our work to restore aquatic habitats at The Old Brickworks continued with the support of additional funding from the Severn Trent Biodiversity Fund. This has allowed us to further improve the site’s ponds and support amphibians, invertebrates, and wetland plant species.

The Old Brickworks – Land Trust Most Improved Site of 2024

Our dedication to enhancing The Old Brickworks has earned it the title of Land Trust Most Improved Site of 2024. Estate Manager Mary Doyle nominated the park, recognising the continuous improvements led by the

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ranger team. With a modest budget, year-on-year enhancements have flourished, showcasing an impressive range of habitats.

"These efforts have transformed the reserve into a standout site for accessibility and safety." – Mary Doyle

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Community Projects

Leamore Primary School

We transformed the bleak, tarmac-filled playground corner into a thriving 34.5 square meter pond area at Leamore Primary School, funded the Severn Trent Pebbles Fund.

During the summer holiday closure, our ranger team removed the tarmac, installed a pond liner, and planted native species, turning it into a biodiversity haven surrounded by a natural park and allotments. The area now inspires learning and wildlife.

Walsall Hospital: Nature in Healthcare

In partnership with Natural England and the NHS, we transformed two greenspaces at Walsall Hospital into wildlife-rich areas. The project incorporated pollinator-friendly planting, new interpretation panels, and habitat features, providing therapeutic spaces for both staff and patients.

"I had no idea we had so much green space—it's made a huge difference to our breaks." – Anna NHS Staff Member

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Working together

CSR

We continued to assist in the delivery of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities and health and wellbeing projects—recognising the strong alignment between these programmes and our environmental goals.

Throughout the year, we welcomed teams from across the region to our sites and community venues. These groups contributed to tree planting, habitat restoration, and site maintenance, while also gaining a deeper understanding of how green space supports community cohesion, mental wellbeing, and biodiversity.

“It’s great to do something tangible that supports both people and the planet.” – CSR Volunteer

By integrating CSR with our wider engagement and wellbeing programmes, we’ve been able to deliver more meaningful, collaborative, and lasting impact.

SEGRO Project

This revitalization effort at Baggington School transformed the garden, adding bug hotels, raised planters, a digging bed for students, and seating in the story area to inspire learning and engagement. The project offered green skills training for students, fostered hands-on learning, boosting students’ connection to nature and creating a vibrant outdoor space.

"The kids are thrilled to saw, dig and plant—it’s brought the garden to life and given them more to explore!" – Janice Teacher

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Strategic Projects & Partnerships

Over the past 12 months, the Land and Environment team has significantly strengthened its strategic partnerships across the region, particularly in the environmental and nature-based solutions space. We are proud to have been invited to join the Trent Headwaters project as a delivery partner and project lead for the nature-based solutions element. This programme, coordinated by Staffordshire Wildlife Trust and a network of cross-sector partners, is a key example of how Groundwork’s practical delivery capacity and community roots are increasingly recognised and trusted at a strategic level.

Our growing relationship with local authorities has also been a major achievement this year. By working alongside councils across the west midlands, we’ve helped integrate community-led green space projects into wider local plans and ambitions. Our ability to connect community energy with on-the-ground outcomes is making us a first point of contact for many partners looking to translate nature-based and sustainability concepts into reality.

Additionally, through smaller pilot projects with Natural England, we’ve demonstrated our ability to test and deliver innovative approaches to environmental improvement. These projects have helped establish us as a reliable delivery partner that can engage communities while meeting national priorities around biodiversity, climate resilience, and public access.

Together, these partnerships are helping us scale our impact, unlock new opportunities, and deepen our role in shaping the region’s green future.

Community and Environment

Over the last year, the theme has continued to deliver successful programmes across the region. Alongside this, there has been development and growth, not only from expanding our reach and working with new communities, but in relation to our skills, the services we can now offer and the training that has been undertaken.

Projects delivered over 24/25 included;

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Tesco Community Grants

Groundwork West Midlands has continued its partnership with Groundwork UK and Tesco to deliver the Stronger Starts Grant Funding Programme. Between April 2024 and March 2025, Tesco awarded a total of £519,681 in grants to 515 not-for-profit organisations across the West Midlands. A further £80,000 was awarded to 12 other charities/community organisations as part of Tesco’s Golden Grant initiative.

As part of the delivery, Groundwork West Midlands undertook the following activities:

Feedback from groups supported to apply for funding:

“Thank you so much for your advice. This is my first grant application plus with having dyslexia it is quite difficult and time consuming, but thankfully with the information that you have given me I should hopefully have it completed by the end of the week.”

Feedback from Tesco store staff:

“We love the opportunity of taking part in the panel meetings. Groundwork Staff are amazing and gives us so much information which helps us in our decisions. They are always friendly and welcoming.”

Waterworks Nature Hub Project

A community gardening initiative funded by Starbucks (through their Nature Hubs funding). Starting in March 2024, to date GWWM have engaged 84 unique participants through a mix of regular community volunteering sessions, targeted group work, and seasonal events.

Activities have included:

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The project has had a meaningful impact on individuals and the wider community as well as fostering partnerships with local community organisations including: QAC College, Age Concern, the Birmingham Southwest Group, Karis Neighbourhood Scheme and Starbucks.

In autumn, GWWM secured further funding to continue delivering activities on the site and to expand our engagement with a wider cross-section of the community. Our upcoming plans include:

Support for Hong Kong BN(O)s in the West Midlands

Two programmes were delivered in 24/25:

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part of this national employment programme. It focused on providing one-to-one employment support and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) lessons.

Feedback

"Thank you so much for all the wonderful activities and opportunities you have arranged for us... Your efforts and dedication have made a real difference, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed being a part of your activities. Your careful planning and enthusiasm were always evident, and I really appreciate everything you've done."

"I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your guidance and support. Your [employment] workshops were very helpful and I would never forget your amicability and unstinting devotion to helping Hongkongers. "

Case Study:

The HuB Programme

In March 24, GWWM started delivery of a new programme – a peer support service for people living in Sandwell South. The HuB (Hear you Buddy) programme is funded by Sandwell Council and supports new and expecting parents across Oldbury, Smethwick and Rowley Regis.

At GWWM, we have split the programme into two key strands; the first is the engagement / delivery side, which allows the team to speak to families, establish needs and handhold them to the appropriate services. This is done through various engagement techniques, from Wellies in the Woods courses across local parks

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and green spaces, Fatherhood stay and plays across the winter months in the three towns, and Hub-on-theGo, (a mobile stay and play for parents) to come and chill and chat with the team and other parents who have experienced the trials and tribulations of being a new parent.

The other strand of the programme is the one-to-one support that is offered to families. This is through referrals from our peer support partners and health visitors and has led to the team supporting families in a range of different ways, whether it be handholding them into attending their local Family Hub, supporting them in applying for housing, or attending employment clubs with them.

In 24/25, around 89% of parents who completed a registration form demonstrated an increase of awareness of local services and improvement in mental health, with the other 11% maintaining their levels. The team has worked very hard to establish and raise our profile in this area of work with families by attending health visitor meetings, public health meetings and community networking events.

Case study

From a referral from Singlepoint via Black Country Healthcare, GWWM were able to work with a mum (33), and her three children (12, 2 & 1) from the Rowley area.

After an initial discussion with her on the phone, it was identified that she was starting to feel isolated, and after attending two family parties in the previous weeks, she felt like she needed to go out and meet new people, but didn’t know the best way to do this.

It was mentioned that Rowley Regis had a twilight stay and play that she could attend, and it would be a really good chance for her to meet likeminded parents. Due to her anxiety of being in a room of new people, a member of the team attended the session with her.

It also gave the team member the opportunity to discuss with her the different provisions available at the Hub, as well as being able to arrange an initial consultation with the staff to see how else she could be supported.

The best thing for her was actually being able to hear other mums talking about issues that she thought only applied to her, and has helped her confidence greatly. She has since started attending a Wellies in the Woods course in Rowley, and has also said that she will attend our Hub on the Go sessions in the next quarter.

Go Play Sandwell

GWWM is funded by Sandwell Council to deliver the Go Play Sandwell programme in Tipton. The programme entails the delivery of free play opportunities for children and young people aged 6-12 years and up to 16 if SEN-D.

Over 24/25, around 200 hours of play activities were delivered, working with over 500 children in Tipton aged 6-12, and around 1,100 in total.

As well as delivering high quality play sessions across the town, the team have had an increased focus on child-led play and co-creation, and also worked in the community to help establish play as an integral part of development.

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Case study

One of the best examples about the impact on Go Play on the community is related to a family of three children ranging from ages 6-10 and their mother. English is a second language for the mother, but she explained to one of our staff members they are Syrian refugees who have also spent time living in Sweden before relocating to Tipton a few years ago.

The middle child has selective mutism, and it’s very uncommon for him to talk to anyone he doesn’t know, but on our sessions he speaks the same language as everyone else – play.

The family are based in Tipton Green, but have attended sessions across all three wards, with mum citing reasons of lack of play opportunities in Sweden. She said that even though there were more green spaces where they lived previously, there was not the opportunities for her children to engage and integrate with others in the community. She also said that they relocated because she felt judged for letting her children have a little more freedom than others.

On sessions, the three children all play in very different ways. The youngest favours risky play, where he will often be seen climbing trees at Tipton Train Station, or playing a dodgeball game with the swingball set (he has hit himself in the head with the tennis ball on more than one occasion!) The eldest child prefers her play to be more fantastical, where she will use our crafts to write stories and draw pictures. She also likes to make up dance routines that she will teach to the staff (Ilaya has become her dancing partner over the last few weeks)

But it’s the change in the middle child that is most noticeable. Initially, some of the children mistook his quietness and mischievousness and ill-discipline, when in actual fact they were play cues. We approached one group of children who he threw a ball amongst and said “I think he just wants to play with you, is that cool?” The group were very accepting, and within seconds they were all playing a big group game with the parachute.

The children enjoy attending sessions, with the middle child in particular gaining confidence and using his voice more and more each session. In total, the family have attended nine sessions across the tree wards, and plan to continue attending sessions in the future.

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Corporate Volunteering Programmes (HS2 and General CSR Events)

GWWM continued to work with businesses across the region to deliver corporate volunteer events that support a variety of organizations and positively transform local communities and spaces.

In 24/25, 15 HS2 corporate volunteer days and 12 general CSR events were delivered. We hosted 12 different corporates groups across the region, which included PwC, JLL, Pfizer and Dalcour Maclaran.

New to this year was the delivery of winter volunteering events with HS2. Rather than outdoor work, volunteers supported existing GWWM community projects, adding their time and resources to deliver new activities to support those communities;

A Christmas wreath making event on the Waterworks estate (Nature Hub Project) and a play bags packing event in Tipton (supporting Go Play families). Overall, 50 wreaths and 200 play packs were distributed to communities.

An ‘enhanced’ volunteering programme was delivered with TeacherActive, a £8k project which entailed the development of a school site in Smethwick to transform it with the volunteers into a new Forest School space.

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Before and after the transformation at Annie Lennard Primary School…

Feedback

“The Groundwork team were amazing, giving us clear guidance on what to do and support when needed.”

“I felt joyful and blissful, with a greater sense of wellbeing and connection with nature.”

“Lovely atmosphere. Very inclusive and enjoyed learning a new activity.”

“Absolutely loved my day and enjoyed listening to the staff there who were very knowledgeable on so many different aspects of the park and why things were done there.”

Looking ahead to 2025 / 2026…

Six existing Community & Environment programmes will continue — building on last year’s achievements and scaling the most impactful work.

Our future focus will be on:

These actions collectively reinforce our commitment to sustainable and community-led change.

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Employment Support.

Restart – Tipton, Dudley, Halesowen and Walsall

Restart is a DWP funded project and is payment by results.

Supporting all age ranges to break down barriers to employment and move them into work, such as debt, housing, substance dependency – through to the interview prep, motivation and confidence etc. This project comes with many strict customer service standards that all partners must achieve as well as specified employment targets each month.

Since the last annual report and due to our success delivering the project we have been awarded further allocation in different areas. As a result of this increase in allocation, it was a DWP requirement for us to invest in ISO27001. We have successfully achieved this in the early part of 2025.

We have opened new offices in Halesowen and Walsall. Serco the prime contract holder has also awarded us extra allocation. This can be demonstrated with the following case study…

A recent Rapid Response Job Club session delivered a powerful boost to local residents who have been struggling with long-term unemployment, thanks to a unique collaboration with the Green Doctor team.

Held at the community hub, the session brought together jobseekers, a dedicated Rapid Response employability coach, and a professional trainer, all focused on helping individuals take positive steps toward re-entering the workforce after extended periods without employment.

But the support didn’t stop at job searching.

The session was enhanced by the presence of the Green Doctor team , who provided one-to-one advice on reducing household energy costs. Their support included guidance on switching energy tariffs, accessing grants and schemes, and adopting practical energy-saving habits—an essential service as many attendees face financial hardship alongside joblessness.

One participant shared: “Being out of work for so long has been tough, but today gave me a real confidence boost. I got help with my CV, some job leads, and I learned how to save money on my bills. It’s been a lifeline.”

The job club offered tailored support to each attendee, including help with job applications, confidence building, interview techniques, and identifying transferable skills. The team created a warm and inclusive space where participants felt seen, supported, and optimistic about their future.

“Many of the people we meet have lost hope after being out of work for a long time,” said the employability coach. “Our goal is to help them believe in themselves again—and with practical tools from the Green Doctor team, we’re also supporting them to manage life outside of work.”

The session marks a growing partnership between employment and energy advice services—showing how collaborative, person-centred approaches can make a real difference in the lives of those facing multiple barriers to employment.

Organisers are now exploring ways to replicate this model in other areas, aiming to reach more individuals who are ready to take their first steps back into work, with the right support around them.

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All supply chain providers have also had a series of training observations carried out by Serco, and we are the only provider to score 100%

Along with this, Groundwork also remain ranked in 1[st] place for 12 month rolling performance:

2024/2025 – Employment Theme

During 2024 we have worked in collaboration with the Kings Trust, delivering UKSPF funded provision “People and Skills” in the Birmingham area. This relationship is going from strength to strength and we are in regular talks about future project collaborations. 2025 saw us awarded an extension of this programme through to 2026.

With this experience and performance evidence, we were able to bid for the same funding from Sandwell Council and we were awarded the funding to deliver this in the Black Country area 2025/2026 which is due tp start delivery in July 2025.

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TRUSTEES REPORT

Financial Performance

The result for 2024/25 shows a surplus before investments gains of £206,264 (2024: gain £19,150) on turnover of £4,147,377 (2024: £3,185,788).

The Trustees in 2015 agreed to invest the free reserves to create an income to be used to fund future operating costs of the Trust. Circa £1.27 million was invested and during 2024/25 this resulted in net gain of £8,789 (2024: net gains £123,271) bringing a result of a profit of £215,053 (2024: gain £124,421).

We review all operating areas of the Trust on a regular basis to ensure that we continue to trade on a sustainable basis and consider all opportunities presenting themselves in order that the Trust remains financially stable whilst delivering our strategic aims.

Reserves

In line with our three-year financial strategy our trustees have agreed to set a minimum level of free reserves at 15% of annual turnover or a minimum of £300k.

As at 31 March 2025 Groundwork West Midlands has total unrestricted reserves of £1,777,641 within which are free reserves of £1,765,093 after taking into account fixed assets.

The free reserves will enable Groundwork West Midlands to:

Groundwork West Midlands – Strategic Investment Rationale

Context

Groundwork West Midlands (GWWM) operates in a dynamic and increasingly pressured environment, marked by rising community needs, tightening public sector funding, and heightened demand for evidence of impact and financial sustainability. GWWM has demonstrated significant success in project delivery and community impact, underpinned by a relatively stable financial base with reserves currently standing at circa £1.7 million.

Strategic Imperative for Business Development Investment

In line with the 2025–2029 Strategic Review and NCVO’s sector guidance (Road Ahead 2024), GWWM must now shift from a reactive funding model to a proactive, income-generating and enterprise-oriented approach. Designating reserves to support this transition is critical for the following reasons:

Diversification of Income and Reduced Grant Dependency

Strategic reserve investment will enable the development of new revenue streams—such as accredited training, corporate CSR services, and community enterprise—that generate unrestricted income and reduce vulnerability to funding fluctuations.

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Capacity Building and Future-Proofing

Investment in business development roles, tools, and pilot infrastructure will build delivery capacity, improve bidding success, and attract matched funding or contracts.

Unlocking External Funding and Partnerships

Initial investment from reserves demonstrates commitment and enables GWWM to attract co-investment from corporates, foundations, and government sources.

Scaling Proven Initiatives with Income Potential

Corporate Volunteering, accredited training, and The People’s Patch show high demand. Scaling these services requires upfront investment in staff, marketing, and infrastructure.

Aligning with Federation and National Strategy

Groundwork Federation’s 2023–2028 goals encourage Trusts to build the green economy, create jobs, and become more self-financing. Designating reserves supports this mission.

Community Café

Running a community café directly complements and will enhance GWWM’s work by providing a space that will provide work experience opportunities for Restart clients, fosters community connections, supports health and wellbeing, promote sustainability, offers skills development, and strengthen the local economy. It will enhance the charity's impact by providing a tangible, everyday service that embodies its broader mission of improving lives and places.

IT Infrastructure

Implementation of a cloud based secure, scalable finance and operations platform built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to enable business growth and future-proofing of the organisation.

Conclusion

Designating a portion of reserves for business development is not a cost—it is a strategic investment in GWWM’s future viability, social impact, and leadership within the region. This approach ensures GWWM can continue to meet its mission, respond to emerging community needs, and remain a trusted and innovative delivery partner over the next five years.

Any income or donations that are received and deemed to be restricted funds are accounted for separately with our Financial Statements. Any monies held longer than the statutory minimum retention period after the end of the project, that was deemed restricted, will be reclassified and transferred to unrestricted reserves at the end of that period.

This transfer policy is based on the Statutory Record retention principals. Any funds still restricted beyond the statutory minimum retention period will be reclassified as Unrestricted. This is based on our own Records and Archiving Policy; we believe the funding organisations will have destroyed previous

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records, as have we, so they will no longer hold information to base future audit requests on, which may have resulted in requests for clawback or return of unspent funds.

The Board will keep its reserves policy under review to ensure that an appropriate balance is maintained between developing reserves to provide:

Pension arrangements

The Trust currently offers two types of pension arrangement:

  1. A pension plan through Friends Provident or AEGON (as recommended by Groundwork UK) where employees pay a minimum of 4.5% of salary to Groundwork and a minimum 12% of salary is remitted to Friends Provident or AEGON.

  2. A pension plan through AEGON where employees pay a minimum of 4.5% of salary to Groundwork and a minimum 9% of salary is remitted to AEGON. This AEGON stakeholder scheme is also offered to employees after completion of 3 month’s service.

Principal funding sources

The major sources of funding during the last year are set out below.

This includes funds provided by businesses, charitable trusts and foundations. This includes the Serco Restart Scheme funded by Department for Work & Pensions. It also includes sales income from Sustainable Business Services.

This includes funding secured to deliver programmes and services on behalf of government departments, public bodies and lottery distributors. Major funders during 2023/24 included the National Lottery Community Fund, the European Social Fund and The Land Trust.

Expenditure on charitable objectives

In line with the objectives set in our Groundwork 2021 strategy, our expenditure in the year was directed towards the following activities.

Creating opportunities and delivering projects to improve people’s lives and neighbourhoods

Removing barriers to employment to help people get back into work

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Principal Risks and Uncertainties

Groundwork West Midlands holds a high level risk register that Trustees review quarterly. Risks are categorised as Strategic, Governance, Regulatory, Financial, Operational and a score is attributed to the potential impact of named risks, multiplied by the score attributed to the likelihood of the event occurring. Mitigating actions are identified and a status report provided so that Trustees can take assurance that routine or exceptional issues are identified in good time and how they will be addressed.

A key risk was our inability to see through the three-year financial strategy, some of which was dependent on achieving business growth in a very uncertain financial economic landscape. Significant progress was made, and all of our key critical success factors were achieved ahead of schedule such as capitalising property, reducing overheads, recruitment of the permanent chief executive and investment in development activities.

Powers of investment

The Trustees are authorised by the Memorandum of Association to invest monies not immediately required for the charity's own purposes in such investments, securities or property as they deem fit subject to any conditions required by law.

This subject is discussed at Board level. The current thinking is that, where possible, monies should be held in easily accessible cash accounts primarily in order to facilitate the rapid set up of beneficial projects. Investments are made in line with our Investment Policy, reviewed annually at a Board Meeting with our Wealth Management Company.

Statement of Trustees Responsibilities

The Trustees (who are also Directors of Groundwork West Midlands for the purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the Trustees' report (including the Strategic report) and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

Company law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under company law the Trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are required to:

The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charitable company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and

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detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Disclosure of information to auditor

Each of the persons who are Trustees at the time when this Trustees' report is approved has confirmed that:

This report was approved by the Trustees, on 23rd October 2025 and signed on their behalf by:

A Simpson, Chair

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Opinion

We have audited the financial statements of Groundwork West Midlands for the year ended 31 March 2025 which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities, Balance Sheet and Statement of Cash Flows and notes to the financial statements, including significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

In our opinion the financial statements:

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report.

We are independent of the Charity in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC’s Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Conclusions relating to going concern

In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the trustee's use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.

Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the charitable company’s ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.

Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.

Other information

The trustees are responsible for the other information contained within the annual report. The other information comprises the information included in the annual report, other than the financial statements and our auditor’s report thereon. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.

Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise

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appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.

We have nothing to report in this regard.

Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006

In our opinion based on the work undertaken in the course of our audit

Matters on which we are required to report by exception

In light of the knowledge and understanding of the charitable company and their environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the Directors’ report included within the trustees’ report.

We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:

Responsibilities of trustees

As explained more fully in the trustees’ responsibilities statement set out on page 3 the trustees (who are also the Directors of the charitable company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are responsible for assessing the charitable company’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the trustees either intend to liquidate the charitable company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists.

Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.

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Extent to which the audit was considered capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud

Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We identified and assessed the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements from irregularities, whether due to fraud or error, and discussed these between our audit team members. We then designed and performed audit procedures responsive to those risks, including obtaining audit evidence sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

We obtained an understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks within which the charitable company operates, focusing on those laws and regulations that have a direct effect on the determination of material amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The laws and regulations we considered in this context were the Companies Act 2006, the Charities Act 2011, together with the Charities SORP (FRS 102). We assessed the required compliance with these laws and regulations as part of our audit procedures on the related financial statement items.

In addition, we considered provisions of other laws and regulations that do not have a direct effect on the financial statements but compliance with which might be fundamental to the charitable company’s ability to operate or to avoid a material penalty. We also considered the opportunities and incentives that may exist within the charitable company’s for fraud. The laws and regulations we considered in this context for the UK operations were General Data Protection Regulation

(GDPR), Employment legislation and Taxation legislation.

Auditing standards limit the required audit procedures to identify non-compliance with these laws and regulations to enquiry of the Trustees and other management and inspection of regulatory and legal correspondence, if any.

We identified the greatest risk of material impact on the financial statements from irregularities, including fraud, to be within the timing of recognition of income and the override of controls by management. Our audit procedures to respond to these risks included enquiries of management about their own identification and assessment of the risks of irregularities, sample testing on the posting of journals, reviewing accounting estimates for biases, reviewing regulatory correspondence with the Charity Commission and reading minutes of meetings of those charged with governance.

Owing to the inherent limitations of an audit, there is an unavoidable risk that we may not have detected some material misstatements in the financial statements, even though we have properly planned and performed our audit in accordance with auditing standards. For example, the further removed noncompliance with laws and regulations (irregularities) is from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, the less likely the inherently limited procedures required by auditing standards would identify it. In addition, as with any audit, there remained a higher risk of non-detection of irregularities, as these may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal controls. We are not responsible for preventing non-compliance and cannot be expected to detect noncompliance with all laws and regulations.

A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is located on the Financial Reporting Council’s website at: www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our auditor’s report.

Use of our report

This report is made solely to the charitable company’s members, as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charitable company’s members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone

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other than the charitable company and the charitable company’s members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.

Helen Blundell

LLB FCA FCIE DChA (Senior Statutory Auditor) For and on behalf of Crowe U.K. LLP, Statutory Auditor Black Country House Rounds Green Road Oldbury West Midlands B69 2DG

Date: 26 November 2025

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCORPORATING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

Unrestricted
Funds
Restricted
Funds
Total
Funds
Total
Funds
2025
2025
2025
2024
Note
INCOME FROM:
Donations and legacies
3
Charitable activities
4
Other Trading activities
5
Investments
Other Income
6
TOTAL INCOME
EXPENDITURE ON:
Raising funds
7
Charitable activities
8
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) BEFORE
INVESTMENT GAINS
Net (losses)/gains on investments
NET EXPENDITURE BEFORE TRANSFERS
Transfer between Funds
16
NET INCOME / (EXPENDITURE)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS:
Total funds brought forward
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD		 £
£
£
£
520
-
520
100
2,658,078
1,448,222
4,106,300
3,155,392
7,989
-
7,989
3,093
31,267
1,261
-
-
31,267
1,261
25,634
1,570
2,699,115
1,448,222
4,147,337
3,185,789
85,300
-
85,300
95,438
2,438,626
1,417,147
3,855,773
3,071,200
2,523,926
1,417,147
3,941,073
3,166,638
175,189
31,075
206,264
19,150
8,789
-
8,789
123,271
183,978
31,075
215,053
142,421
745
(745)
-
-
184,723
30,330
215,053
142,421
1,592,918
79,758
1,672,676
1,530,254
1,777,641
110,088
1,887,729
1,672,675

The notes on pages 37 to 53 form part of these financial statements.

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CHARITY BALANCE SHEET

AS AT 31 MARCH 2025

2025 2024 2024
Note £ £ £ £
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets 12 12,548 8,536
Investments 13 1,287,802 1,279,013
1,300,350 1,287,549
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors 14 617,787 600,053 600,053
Cash at bank and in hand 640,176 337,333 337,333
1,257,963 937,386 937,386
CREDITORS:amounts falling due within one
year 15 (670,584) (552,259)
NET CURRENT ASSETS / LIABILITIES 587,379 385,127
NET ASSETS 1,887,729 1,672,676
CHARITY FUNDS
Restricted funds 16 110,088 79,758
Unrestricted General Funds 16 1,107,641 1,592,918
Unrestricted Designated funds 16 670,000 -
TOTAL FUNDS 1,887,729 1,672,676

The surplus for the year dealt with in the accounts of the Charity was £215,053 (2024 – £142,422).

The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirement of the Act with respect to accounting records and preparation of financial statements.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to entities subject to the small companies’ regime.

The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees on 23rd October 2025 and signed on their behalf, by:

A Simpson, Chair

The notes on pages 37 to 53 form part of these financial statements

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CASH FLOW STATEMENT
Note
Cash flows from operating activities
Net cash used in operating activities
18
Cash flows from investing activities:
Dividends, interest and rents from investments
Proceeds from the sale of tangible fixed assets
Purchase of tangible fixed assets
Proceeds from sale of investments
Purchase of investments
Net cash provided by investing activities
Change in cash and cash equivalents in the year
Cash and cash equivalents brought forward
Cash and cash equivalents carried forward		 2025
2024
£
£
284,920
(10,360)
31,267
25,634
-
-
(13,344)
-
-
-
-
-
17,923
25,634
302,843
15,274
337,333
322,059
640,176
337,333

The notes on pages 37 to 53 form part of these financial statements.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

1. COMPANY INFORMATION

Groundwork West Midlands (the charity) is a Company Limited by Guarantee, registered in England. The registered office is First Floor Owen House, 17 Unity Walk, Tipton, DY4 8QL. Groundwork West Midlands helps to strengthen communities by delivering health, wellbeing, youth, employment and green projects across the West Midlands.

2. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

2.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) - Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.

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

In the opinion of the Trustees the size and assets of the subsidiary mean that the presentation of the combined results and financial position in consolidated statements is not material for the purpose of giving a true and fair view. These financial statements present the results and position of the Charity as a single entity and not as a group.

2.2 Going concern

The Trustees consider they have sufficient reserves and cash to continue operating on a going concern basis for the foreseeable future.

As stated in the Trustee’s Report, Trustees believe there are no material uncertainties that call into doubt the Charities ability to continue as a going concern and the accounts have therefore been prepared on the basis that the Charity is a going concern. In the short term cash holdings are sufficient to ensure adequate cash flow for the foreseeable future. In the medium to long term plans for, and the structure of, Groundwork West Midlands remain extant and will continue to be reviewed regularly.

2.3 Company status

The Charity is a company limited by guarantee. The members of the company are the Trustees named on page 44. In the event of the Charity being wound up, the liability in respect of the guarantee is limited to £1 per member of the Charity.

2.4 Funds

General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity and which have not been designated for other purposes.

Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the charity for particular purposes. The costs of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each restricted fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Investment income, gains and losses are allocated to the appropriate fund.

2.5 Income

All income is recognised once the Charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.

Donated services or facilities are recognised when the Charity has control over the item, any conditions associated with the donated item have been met, the receipt of economic benefit from the use of the Charity of the item is probable and that economic benefit can be measured reliably. In accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102), the general volunteer time is not recognised and refer to the Trustees' report for more information about their contribution.

On receipt, donated professional services and donated facilities are recognised on the basis of the value of the gift to the Charity which is the amount the Charity would have been willing to pay to obtain services or facilities of equivalent economic benefit on the open market; a corresponding amount is then recognised in expenditure in the period of receipt.

Income tax recoverable in relation to investment income is recognised at the time the investment income is receivable.

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2.6 Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activity.

Governance costs are those incurred in connection with management of the charity's assets, organisational administration and compliance with constitutional and statutory requirements.

Costs of generating funds are costs incurred in attracting voluntary income, and those incurred in trading activities that raise funds.

All costs are allocated between expenditure categories of the Statement of Financial Activities on a basis designed to reflect the use of resources. Costs relating to a particular activity are allocated directly. Remaining shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.

Expenditure on raising funds includes all expenditure incurred by the Charity to raise funds for its charitable purposes and includes costs of all fundraising activities events and non-charitable trading.

Expenditure on charitable activities is incurred on directly undertaking the activities which further the objectives, as well as any associated support costs.

All expenditure is inclusive of irrecoverable VAT.

2.7 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation

Tangible fixed assets are carried at cost, net of depreciation and any provision for impairment. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following bases:

Plant and machinery - 20% straight line Furniture, fixtures and vehicles - 20% straight line - Computer equipment 25% straight line Motor vehicles - 25% straight line

2.8 Investments

Fixed asset investments are initially recognised at their transaction cost and subsequently measured at fair value at the Balance sheet date. Investment gains and losses, whether realised or unrealised, are combined and shown in the heading ‘Gains/ (losses) on investments’ in the Statement of financial activities.

Subsidiary undertakings:

Investments in subsidiaries are valued at cost less provision for impairment.

2.9 Financial instruments

The Charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value at the balance sheet date.

Debtors

Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount.

Creditors

Short term creditors are measured at the transaction price.

2.10 Pensions

The Charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme and the pension charge represents the amounts payable by the Charity to the fund in respect of the year.

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2.11 Significant judgements and estimates

Estimates and judgments are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.

Critical accounting estimates and assumptions:

Significant judgements

There are no significant judgements having a material effect on the financial statements.

Significant estimates

There are no significant estimates having a material effect on the financial statements.

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3. INCOME FROM DONATIONS AND LEGACIES

Donations
Total 2024		 Unrestricted
Funds
2025
£
Restricted
funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2024
£
520
-
520
100
520
-
520
100
100
-
100

4. INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES

Community Projects
Employment Projects
Business Projects SBS
Total 2024		 Unrestricted
Funds
2025
£
Restricted
funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2024
£
967,052
1,319,590
2,286,642
1,857,190
1,638,096
73,677
1,711,773
1,264,241
52,930
54,955
107,885
33,961
2,658,078
1,448,222
4,106,300
3,155,392
2,178,498
976,894
3,155,392

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

Income from projects provided by:

Central Government
Local Authorities
Public Agencies
European Union
National Lottery
Private Sector		 Unrestricted
Funds
2025
£
Restricted
funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2024
£
-
74,226
74,226
34,742
-
1,008,065
1,008,065
518,019
272,852
10,666
283,518
299,271
-
-
-
-
-
2,499
2,499
21,578
2,385,226
352,766
2,737,992
2,281,782
2,658,078
1,448,222
4,106,300
3,155,392

LOTTERY FUNDING

BIG Lottery
New to Nature
Building Better Opportunities
Picnic in the Park
Total		 2025
£
2024
£
2,499
14,445
-
6,206
-
927
2,499
21,578

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

5. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES

Other Income
Total 2024		 Unrestricted
Funds
2025
£
Restricted
funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2024
£
7,989
-
7,989
3,093
7,989
-
7,989
3,093
3,903
-
3,903

6. INVESTMENT INCOME

Dividend Income
Total 2024		 Unrestricted
Funds
2025
£
Restricted
funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2024
£
31,267
-
31,267
25,634
31,267
-
31,267
25,634
25,634
-
25,634

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

7. ANALYSIS OF EXPENDITURE BY EXPENDITURE TYPE

Expenditure on raising funds
Costs of raising funds
Community Projects
Employment Projects
Business Projects SBS
Running Groundwork WM
Charitable Activities
Total 2024		 Staff Costs
2025
£
Depreciation
2025
£
Other Costs
2025
£
Total
2025
£
Total
2024
£
68,405
-
16,895
85,300
95,438
68,405
-
16,895
85,300
95,438
906,873
1,261,632
2,168,505
1,780,565
1,114,682
435,826
1,550,508 1,227,786
71,135
42,087 113,222
40,074
2,174
9,330
12,034
23,538
22,775
2,094,864
9,330
1,751,579
3,855,773
3,071,200
2,163,269
9,330
1,768,474
3,941,073
3,166,638
1,740,611
9,791
1,416,236
3,166,638

8. ANALYSIS OF EXPENDITURE BY ACTIVITIES

Community Projects
Employment Projects
Business Projects SBS
Running Groundwork WM
Total 2024		 Activities
undertaken
directly
2025
£
Support Costs
2025
£
Total
2025
£
Total
2024
£
1,880,971
287,534
2,168,505
1,780,565
1,288,045
262,463
1,550,508
1,227,786
104,804
8,418
113,222
40,074
-
23,538
23,538
22,775
3,273,820
581,953
3,855,773
3,071,200
2,554,982
516,218
3,071,200

Summary by Fund Type:

Community Projects
Employment Projects
Business Projects SBS
Running Groundwork WM
Total 2024		 Unrestricted
Funds
2025
£
Restricted
Funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2024
£
879,245
1,289,260
2,168,505
1,780,565
1,476,831
73,677
1,550,508
1,227,786
59,012
54,210
113,222
40,074
23,538
-
23,538
22,775
2,438,626
1,417,147
3,855,773
3,071,200
2,112,907
958,293
3,071,200

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GROUNDWORK WEST MIDLANDS (A company limited by guarantee)

FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

9. SUPPORT COSTS

General Office
IT, Office equipment and maintenance
Human Resources
Finance and Legal
Governance
Investment Management Fees		 2025
£
2024
£
115,461
100,062
281,792
275,022
35,013
22,402
83,097
55,924
54,556
51,792
12,034
11,016
581,953
516,218

10. NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)

This is stated after charging:
2025 2024
£ £
Depreciation of tangible fixed assets: 9,330 9,791
Auditors Remuneration 12,000 13,340
Operating Leases 151,584 120,831

During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other Benefits (2024 - £NIL).

During the year, Trustees received reimbursement of expenses totalling £NIL (2024 - £NIL) for travel and accommodation.

In accordance with normal commercial practice the charity have purchased Trustee indemnity insurance. The insurance provider covers up to £5 million on any one claim and the cost of the policy for the year is £12,845.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

11. STAFF COSTS

Staff costs were as follows:

Wages and Salaries
Social Security costs
Pension Costs		 2025
£
2024
£
1,913,818
1,537,732
169,318
134,522
80,133
68,357
2,163,269
1,740,611

The average number of persons employed by the Charity during the year was as follows:

Direct Charitable
Fundraising and Publicity
Administration		 2025
No
2024
No.
60
54
1
2
8
2
69
58

The number of higher paid employees was:

In the band £80,001-£90,000 2025
No
2024
No.
1
1
1
1

Total contributions under defined contribution schemes on behalf of this higher paid employee were £6,375 (2024: £6,375).

At the year-end retirement benefits were accruing to 1 (2024: 1) higher paid employee under defined contribution schemes.

Key management personnel received total remuneration of £352,480 (2024: £300,896).

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GROUNDWORK WEST MIDLANDS (A company limited by guarantee) FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

12. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS

Cost
At 1 April 2024
Additions
Disposals
At 31 March 2025
Depreciation
At 1 April 2024
Charge for the year
On disposals
At 31 March 2025
Net book value
At 31 March 2025
At 31 March 2024
-		 Furniture,
Fixtures,
Equipment
& vehicles
£
2025
Total
£
170,367
170,367
13,344
13,344
-
-
183,711
183,711
161,833
161,833
9,330
9,330
-
-
171,163
171,162
12,548
12,548
8,536
8,536

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

13. FIXED ASSET INVESTMENTS

Charity
Market Value
At 1 April 2024
Additions
Disposals
Revaluations
At 31 March 2025
At 31 March 2024
Investments at market value comprise:
UK
£
Overseas
£
Listed Investments
231,799
1,056,003		 Listed Securities
£
1,279,013
-
-
8,789
1,287,802
1,279,013
Total
2025
£
Total
2024
£
1,287,802
1,279,013

Material Investments

The following investments represent more than 5% of the portfolio:

UBS ETF SICAV BLB BARCLAYS MSCI UK
UBS ETF SICAV MSCI Pacific SOC RES
UBS ETF PLC MSCI UK SOC RES UCITS ETF
UBS ETF SICAV MSCI USA Socially Resp UCIT
UBS ETF SICAV MSCI EMU SOC RESP CL A GBP
ISHARES II PLC Core UK Gilts UCITS
ISHARES II PLC GBP Index-lnkd Gilts UCITS
BLACKROCK FXD INC ISHARES GREEN BD IDX
UBS ETF SICAV MSCI EMRGNG MRKTS SOC RES
GS 5Y HNIX CALL SPX UKX		 2025
£
2024
£
66,573
67,552
65,892
67,118
152,321
142,048
454,011
462,884
183,867
174,971
35,897
37,668
43,581
50,108
91,599
88,582
61,199
57,861
132,862
130,221
1,287,802
1,279,013
At 1 April 2024
Additions
Disposals
Revaluations
At 31 March 2025		 Listed Securities
£
Undertakings
£
Total
£
1,279,013
1
1,279,014
-
-
-
-
-
-
8,789
-
8,789
1,287,802
1
1,287,803

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

Investments at cost comprise:

ments at cost comprise:
Listed Investments
Subsidiary Undertaking
Total		 UK
£
Overseas
£
Total
2025
£
Total
2024
£
231,799
1,056,003
1,287,802
1,279,013
1
1
1
231,800
1,056,003
1,287,803
1,279,014

14. DEBTORS

Trade debtors
Other debtors
Prepayments and accrued income
Total		 2025
£
2024
£
520,277
350,531
-
916
97,510
248,606
617,787
600,053

15. CREDITORS: Amounts falling due within one year

Trade creditors
Other taxation and social security
Clawback creditors
Amounts owed to Subsidiary Undertaking
Accruals and deferred income
Total		 2025
£
2024
£
71,870
148,722
136,573
60,003
-
-
1
1
462,140
343,533
670,584
552,259

Deferred income

Movements in deferred income during the year were as follows:

Community Projects
Employment Projects
Business Projects
Total		 Balance at 1
April 2024
£
Amount
released to
incoming
resources
£
Amount
deferred in
the year
£
Balance at 31
March 2025
£
271,007
(271,007)
346,276
346,276
15,348
(15,348)
44,160
44,160
6,125
(6,125)
8,633
8,633
292,480
(292,480)
399,069
399,069

Deferred Income comprises commission income received in advance.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

16. STATEMENT OF FUNDS

STATEMENT OF FUNDS - CURRENT YEAR

Unrestricted funds
General Funds
Designated Funds
Restricted Funds
Community
Employment
SBS
Total of Funds		 Balance at
1 April 2024
£
Income
£
1,592,918
2,699,115
-
-		 Expenditure
£
(2,523,926)
-		 Transfers
in/out
£
(669,255)
670,000		 Gains/(losses)
£
Balance at
31 March
2025
£
8,789
1,107,641
-
670,000
1,592,918
2,699,115
79,758
1,319,590
-
73,677
-
54,955		 (2,523,926)
(1,289,259)
(73,677)
(54,210)		 745
-
-
(745)		 8,789
1,777,641
-
110,088
-
-
-
-
79,758
1,448,222		 (1,417,146) (745) -
110,088
1,672,676
4,147,337		 (3,941,072) - 8,789
1,887,729

SUMMARY OF FUNDS - CURRENT YEAR

Unrestricted Funds
Restricted Funds
Total of Funds		 Balance at
1 April 2024
£
Income
£
1,592,918
2,699,115
79,758
1,448,222		 Expenditure
£
(2,523,926)
(1,417,147)		 Transfers
in/out
£
745
(745)		 Gains/(losses)
£
Balance at
31 March
2025
£
8,789
1,777,641
-
110,088
1,672,676
4,147,337		 (3,941,073) - 8,789
1,887,729

The unrestricted general funds of the charity are those that are not designated for a particular purpose.

The restricted funds of the charity are those that are received for a particular purpose and these encompass the following activities:

Community and general - building stronger neighbourhoods through the provision of community consultations and training and support for community and resident groups.

Employment – working with unemployed individuals, supporting them into employment, education or training.

The transfers during the year represent amounts to either top up restricted projects using unrestricted funds available, and/or transfer any remaining completed project surplus to unrestricted funds in line with the agreement.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

STATEMENT OF FUNDS - PRIOR YEAR

Unrestricted funds
General Funds
Restricted Funds
Community
Employment
Total of Funds		 Balance at
1 April 2023
£
Income
£
1,446,160
2,208,895		 Expenditure
£
(2,208,345)		 Transfers
in/out
£
22,937		 Gains/(losses)
£
Balance at
31 March
2024
£
123,271
1,592,918
84,094
970,687
-
6,207		 (958,227)
(66)		 (16,796)
(6,141)		 -
79,758
-
-
84,094
976,894		 (958,293) (22,937) -
79,758
1,530,294
3,185,789		 (3,166,638) - 123,271
1,672,676

SUMMARY OF FUNDS - PRIOR YEAR

Unrestricted Funds
Restricted Funds
Total of Funds		 Balance at
1 April 2023
£
Income
£
1,446,160
2,208,895
84,094
976,894		 Expenditure
£
(2,208,345)
(958,293)		 Transfers
in/out
£
22,937
(22,937)		 Gains/(losses)
£
Balance at
31 March
2024
£
123,271
1,592,918
-
79,758
1,530,294
3,185,789		 (3,166,638) - 123,271
1,672,676

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

17. ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS

ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS - CURRENT YEAR

Tangible fixed assets
Fixed Asset investments
Current assets
Creditors due within one year
ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS - PRIOR YEAR
Tangible fixed assets
Fixed Asset investments
Current assets
Creditors due within one year		 Unrestricted
Funds
2025
£
Restricted
funds
2025
£
Total
Funds
2025
£
12,548
-
12,548
1,287,802
-
1,287,802
1,147,875
110,088
1,257,963
(670,584)
-
(670,584)
1,777,641
110,088
1,887,729
Unrestricted
Funds
2024
£
Restricted
funds
2024
£
Total
Funds
2024
£
8,536
-
8,536
1,279,013
-
1,279,013
857,628
79,758
937,386
(552,259)
-
(552,259)
1,592,918
79,758
1,672,676

18. RECONCILIATION OF NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

Net expenditure for the year (as per Statement of Financial Activities)
Adjustment for:
Depreciation and amortization charges
(Gains)/losses on investments
Dividends, interest and rents from investments
(Increase)/decrease in debtors
Increase/(decrease) in creditors		 2025
£
2024
£
215,054
142,421
9,330
9,791
(8,789)
(123,271)
(31,267)
(25,634)
(17,734)
(55,067)
118,326
41,400
284,920
(10,360)

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

19. ANALYSIS OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

Cash in hand
Total
20.
ANALYSIS OF NET DEBT
Cash at bank and in hand
Debt due within 1 year		 2025
£
2024
£
640,176
337,333
640,176
337,333
At 1 April
2024
£
Cash Flows
£
At 31 March
2025
£
337,333
302,843
640,176
-
-
-		 2025
£
2024
£
640,176
337,333
640,176
337,333
337,333
302,843
640,176

21. PENSION COMMITMENTS

The Trust currently offers two types of pension arrangement:

  1. A pension plan through Friends Provident or AEGON (as recommended by Groundwork UK) where employees pay a minimum of 4.5% of salary to Groundwork and a minimum 12% of salary is remitted to Friends Provident or AEGON.

  2. A pension plan through AEGON where employees pay a minimum of 4.5% of salary to Groundwork and a minimum 9% of salary is remitted to AEGON. This AEGON stakeholder scheme is offered to employees after completion of 3 months’ service

Contributions totaling £15,911 (2024: £11,348) were payable at the year end and are included in creditors.

22. OPERATING LEASE COMMITMENTS

At 31 March 2025 the Charity had commitments to make future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases as follows:

Charity
Amounts payable:
Not later than 1 year
Later than 1 year and not later than 5 years
Total		 2025
£
2024
£
29,413
17,927
97,083
87,757
126,496
105,684

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GROUNDWORK WEST MIDLANDS

(A company limited by guarantee)

FINANCIAL STATEMENT NOTES

23. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

Financial assets
Investment in Listed Securities
Trade Debtors
Accrued Income
Financial Assets measured at amortised cost
Financial liabilities
Trade Creditors
Accruals
Financial Liabilities measured at amortised
cost		 2025
£
2024
£
1,287,802
1,279,013
520,277
350,531
37,820
197,730
558,097
548,261
71,870
59,689
148,722
50,876
131,559
199,598

Financial assets measured at fair value through income and expenditure comprises investments in listed securities.

Financial assets measured at amortised cost comprise trade debtors and accrued income.

Financial liabilities measured at amortised cost comprise trade creditors and accruals.

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ADVISORS

Auditors

Crowe U.K. LLP Black Country House Rounds Green Road Oldbury West Midlands B69 2DG

Bankers

The Co-operative Bank PO Box 250 Skelmersdale WN8 8WT

Investment Managers

UBS AG Wealth Management 10 Colmore Row Birmingham B3 2QD

Oculus Wealth Management Game Keepers Cottage Woodhouse Lane Nanpantan Loughborough Leicestershire LE11 3YG

Solicitors

Clowes & Co 112 Baddeley Green Lane Baddeley Green Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST2 7HA

Veale Wasbrough Vizards 3 Brindley Place Birmingham B1 2JB

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The Board of Trustees

The trustees (who are the Directors of the company in accordance with the Companies Act 2006) on the date of approval of this report, or who served as trustees at any time during the year reported on, are as follows

Appointed trustees

A Simpson, Chair

I Priest R Tappia Resigned 18/07/2024 B Bickerton P Farrell L Campbell

Company Secretary

Deborah Williams

Committees of the Board

Finance and Audit Committee Chair – Ian Priest HR, Equality, Diversion & Inclusion Committee Chair – Lyndon Campbell

Chief Executive

Andrew Thompson

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Contact us Groundwork West Midlands First Floor Owen House, 17 Unity Walk, Tipton, DY4 8QL

www.groundwork.org.uk/hubs/westmidlands

Tel: 0121 530 5500 E-mail: westmids@groundwork.org.uk

Twitter: @GWWM Facebook: /groundworkwestmids Instagram: @GroundworkWestMids LinkedIn: Groundwork West Midlands

Charity Registration Number: 1128858

Company Registration Number: 06823225