Charity Commission number.. 1139378
Companies House number= 07328036
COMMUNITY ON SOLID GROUND
TRUSTEES REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025

Contents
Page
Trustees Annual Report
Independent Examiner's Report
Slalemenl ol Finan¢i31 A¢livlties
Balance Sheet
10
Statement of Cash Flows
11
Notes to the Financial Statements
12-27

COMMUNITY ON SOLID GROUND
Report of the trustees for the year ended 31"July 2025
The trustees present their annual directors, report and financial Statements of the charity for the
year ended 31, July 2025 which are also prepared to meet the requirements for 3 directors, report
and accounts for Companies Act purp05e5.
The financial statements comply with the Charlties Act 2011, the Companies Act 2006, the
MemoranduTn and Article5 of Assoclation, and the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement
of Recommended Pr?ctice applicable to charities preparinE their accounts in accordance with the
Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 leffective I
January 20191.
Objectives and aetlvlties
The charit￿5 objects I'objectsl are specifically restricted to the following..
(al advancing in life and helping young people by developing their skills, cap3Clties and capabilities to
enable them to participate in society as independent, mature and responsible iAdlviduals.
Ibl Advancing education.
Icl Relieving unemploymerlt.
{dl providing recreational and leisure time èctivity in the interests of social welfare for people living
in the area of benefit who have need by reason of their youth, age, infirmity or disability, poverty or
social and economit circumstances.. with a view to improvin8 the conditions of life of such person5.
The trustees confirm that they have referred to the Charity Commissiorb's guidance on public benefit
when reviewing the Charity's aims and objectives, in planning future activities, and setting the
policies for the year.
The maln actlvities during the year 2024125:
During the 2024125 financial year, Community on Solid Ground successfully delivered an extensive
programme of youth, sport, education, and community initialives across Manchester. Our work
continued to grow in both reach and impact, driven by strong partnerships, a dedicated team, and
the continued trust of the communities we Serve.
Our Wislon In Actlon
Throughout the year, COSG remained a dynamit and inclusive organisatlon, providing safe spaces,
trusted relationships, and high-quality services for young people and families. Our delivery focused
on education, physical and mental wellbein& social development, employability, and strengthening
cammunity cohesion.
Key Partnerships & Sector Engagement
During 2024125, we actively engaged with and contrib¥Jted to a wide range of local and national
partnerships. These included Manchester City Council, We Love MCR, DCMS, StreetGames UK,
Young Manchester. Sported, arbd a network of local schools and community organisations.
Through these partnerships, we advocated for sustained investment in grassroots youth provision
and played an active role in shaping opportunities and support system5 for young people across
Manchester.

COMMUNITY ON SOLID GROUND
Youth Development & Leadershlp
We delivered accredited youth development and leadership programmes in partnership with
Manchester City Council and the National Youth Agency. Young people were enrolled onto
recognised training pathways, including Level 2 and 3 Youth Work, Multi-sports qualifications, FA
Coaching badges, Gym Instructor certifications, and ASDAN courses.
Participants gained valuable hands-on experience through volunteering and peer mentoring, helping
to build confidence. 5ki11s. and pathways into employment within the youth and sports sector.
Core Youth Actlvltles & Prograrnmes
Open A¢¢ess Youth Provision
We delivered weekly open-access session5 for young people aged 8-18, providing a safe and
engaging environment. Activities Included sports and fitness session5, football, boxing, educational
support, creative arts, cookery workshops, and structured holiday programmes.
We a150 Successfully delivered residential trips, including a visit to North Wales, where young people
participated in outdoor and team-building activities that developed confidence, independence, and
resilience.
Urban Streetz- Street Sports & Mentoring Project
Now in it5 13th year, Urban Streetz continued to be one of South Manchester's leading youth
engagement programmes. Weekly ses510ns attracted 60-80 younE people frDm over 17 wards,
combining competitive football with mentoring, skills development, and employability support.
Participants benefited from structured coachlng, volunteering opportunities, CV development, and
life ski115 workshops. Since its inception, the programme has engaged over 3,800 younE people.
Weekend Vibes Youth Sessions
We delivered structured weekend sessions offering young people a safe and PDSltive alternative to
negative environtnents. Activities included sports, gaming, social activities, workshops, and
discussions on key Issues such as identity, wellbeing, and risk awareness.
Holiday Actlvities and Food IHAFI Programme
During school holidays, we successfully delivered HAF programmes providing free, high-quality
activities and nutritlous meals to eligible children and families. Sessions combined sports, creative
activitie5, and enrichment opportunities within a safe and inclusive settin8.
Alternative Provision
In partnership with Pathways to Succe55, we delivered targeted alternative provision for young
people faclng social, emotional, or academic challenges.
Through personalised one-tO-Dne mentoring, structured interventions, and close collaboration with
schools, we supported Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students to improve enEaEement, build
resilience, and achieve positive outcomes.

COMMUNITY ON SOLID GROUND
Residential Experlences
We delivered a range of residential trips, including visits to the Peak District and North Wales.
Activities such as climbing, kayakingtr and orienteering enabled young people to develop corkfidence,
teamwork, and independence otjtside of their usual environments.
Insplrational Talk5 & Role Models
We hosted a number of high-profile guest speakers who shared their journeys and inspired young
people to raise their aspirations. These sessions played a key role in buSldirkg motivation, self-belief,
and future ambition.
Educatlon, Employability & Life Skills
Digltal Inclusion Project
We 5UPPOrted young people and families by providing access to essential digital devices, ir)cluding
laptops and tablets. Alongside this, we delivered practical support in CV writing, job applications,
interview preparatlDn, and digital literacv.
Ernployablllty Support Programme
We delivered tailored employability support through one-to-one guidance, workshops, and weekly
drop-in sessions. This included CV development, mock interviews, workplace readiness training, and
on80in8 mentoring to support transltions into employment and training.
Sport & Health
YSG Gym & Fitness Suite
Our community gym remained a key asset, SLtpporting both young people and adults to improve
thelr physical health and wellbeing. We delivered inclusive fitness opportunities, Including junior
sessions and women-only provision, promoting long-term healthy lifestyles.
Community Engagement & Events
Annual Sports Festival
We successfully delivered our annual sports festival, bringing tO8ether over 200 young people from
across Manchester. The event celebrated partlcipation, community pride, and partnership workin@,
with strong attendance from families, local leaders, and stakeholders.
CÈpacity Bullding & Sector SLrpport
Throughout the year, we supported other grassroots organisation5 by administerin8 small grants,
contributing to joint funding applications, facilitating DBS checks, and sharing training and resources
to strengthen the wider community sector.
Future Plannirtg & Development
During 2024125, we progressed plans to expand our facilities, working with architects and partners
to develDP our Aclivity Hall, Therapy Room and outdoor Sports Playzone and wider community
infrastructure. These developments will enable us to increase capacity and enhance our long-term
impact.

COMMUNITY ON SOLID GROUND
Summary
Throughout 2024/25, Community on Solid Ground continued to seNe as a vital hub for young
people, families, and the wider community. Our programmes delivered meanSngful, lasting irnpact
supporting individuals to develop ski115, improve wellbeing, and acces5 new opportunities.
We remain grateful to our funders, partners, trustees, volunteer5, and community members whose
ongoing support made this yearfs achievements possible.
A revlew of our achlevements and performance
Communily on Solid Ground has continued to deliver a diverse anrl high-quality portfolio of services
and activities, evolving responsivety to meet the changing needs of our community. Over the past
year, we have fLtrther strengthened our Strategic partnerships with local authorities, educational
institutions, and national organisations, ensuring that our programmes remain accessible, inclusive,
and impactful for all.
Amid ongoing social and economic challenEes facing many families, we have successfully expanded
our provision across youth engagement, sport, eéucatlon, and wellbeing. This growth reflects not
only our resilience and adaptability, but a150 our unwavering Commitment to excellence and
ommunity empowerment.
Our Cofktinued ability to reach, engage, and positively impact young people and vulnerable groups
across Manchester stands as a powerful testament to the dedication of our team, the strength of
our collaborative networks, and the trust placed in us by the communities we proudly seTVe.
Financi31 review
The attached financial statements show the current state of the finances which the Committee
considers to be satisfactory. The Committee 15 worklng hard to secure more substantial funding for
current and future projects.
Investment powers and pollcy
Aside from retaining a prudent amount in reserves each year, most of the charity's furkds are to be
spent in the short term so there are few funds for any longer-term investment.
Reserve's policy and going concern.
The balance held in unrestricted rese¥ves on 31" July 2025 was-£28.155 of which-£29,145 are free
reserves, after allowing for funds tied up in tangible fixed assets.
The trustees aim to maintain free reserves in unrestricted funds at a level which equates to
approximately three months of unrestricted charitable expenditure. The trustees consider that thls
evel will provide sufficlent fund5 to respond to applications for grant5 and ensure that support and
governance costs are covered.
The Charity's main source of income is grants and fees. The Trustees consider that it is appropriate
to prepare the accounts on a going CDncern basis and, consequently, the accounts do not include
ny adjustment5 that would be necessaiy if these source5 of income should cease.
Risk management
The trustees have conducted a review of the major risks to which the charity Is exposed, and
systems have been established to mitigate those risk5.

COMMUNITY ON SOLID GROUND
Plans for Future Perlod5
The charity plans continuing the activlties outlined above in the forthcoming years sutrjject to
satisfactory funding arrangements. They also have architectural plans approved to develop our
centre and create a brand-new Health & Filness Suite and Activity Sports hall.
Structure, governance, and management
Community on Solid Ground is a company limited by guarantee governed by its Memorandum and
Articles of Association dated 911112010. It is registered as a charity with the Charity Commission and
is constituted under a trust deed dated 2011212010.
Appolntment of trustees
As set out in the Articles of Association trustee5 a￿ elected annually by the members of the
charitable company attending the Annual General meeting.
Trustee indurtion and trainin£
New trustees ère usually familiar with the work of the charity as a result of either their work history
being within a member organisation or as a volunteer. In addition, new trustees familiarise
themselves with the roles and responsibilities of trustees as set out by the Charity Commission.
Organisation
The board of trustees administers the charity. The board normally meet5 quarterly. A self-employed
Operations Manoger is appointed by the trustees to manage the day-to-day operations of the
charity.
Rèlated partles and co-operatlon with other organisations
None of our trustees receive remuneration or other benefit from their work with the charity. Any
connection between a trustee or senior manager with any service providers must be disclosed to the
full board of trustees in the same way a5 any other ctsniraciual relationship with a related party. This
is disclosed in note 2 to the accounts.
Reference and administrative information
Charity Name.. CommLJnity on Solid Ground
Charity Number.. 1139378
Company Registration Number: 07328036

COMMUNITY ON SOLID GROUND
Directors and trustees
The directors of the charitable company Ithe charity) are its trustees for the purpose of charity law.
The trustees and officers serving during the year and 51nce the year end were as fDIIow5'.
Key management personnel: Trustees and Directors
Mrs Y Dar
Chair of Trustees
Treasurer
Mry HaEeg
MrQlqbal
Mrm Araf
Mr N Ahmed
MrA Mohamed
(resigned October 20241
Ms C Clavering
Company Secretary
Chief Executlve Offlcer
Majid Dar
Reglstered Offlce
Manley Park Community Centre
York Avenue
Whalley Range
Manchestèr
M160AS
Independent Examiners
Hilton Jones Chartered Certified Accountants
Hollinwood Busine55 Centre
Albert Street
Oldham
Lancashire
OL8 3QL
Bankers
Co-operative Bank
l Balloon Street
Manchester
M604EP

COMMUNITY ON SOLID GROUND
Trustee5' responsibilities in relation to the financial Statements
The charity trustees (who are also the directors of Community on Solid Ground for the purposes of
company lawl are responsible for preparing a trustees, annual report and financial statements in
accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom
Generally Accepted Accounting Prarticel.
Company law requires the charity trustees to prepare financial Statements for each year which Eive 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 charitable company for
that period. In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are required to..
Select suitable accounting principles and then apply them con515terktly.
Observe the methods and principles in the applicable Charities SORP.
Make judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
State whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any materlal
departures that must be disclosed and explained in the financial statements.
Prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis unless It is appropriate to
presume that the charity will continue in business.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable
accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the
financial Statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for
safeguarding the assets of the charity and taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection
of fraud and other irregularities.
By order of the board of trustees
Mrs Y Dar
Chair
Date.. 15, April 2026

Community on Solld Ground
Independelll Exarnlner's Report
For The Year Ended 31 July 2025
l report on the accc>unts of the company for the year ended 31 July 2025, which have are sel out on pages 9
to 27.
Respectlve responslbllltles of trustees and èxaminer
The trustees Iwhv are also directors of the company for the purposes of company lawl are responsible for
the preparation ol th@ accounts. The ITUStees considor that an audit is not required for this year under
section 14412) ol the Charities Act 2011 {Ihe 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. The
charity is required by company law lo prepare accrued accounts and l am qualified to undertake the
examination by being a qualifigd member of The Association of Chartered Certified Accounlanls.
Having satisfied mysetf that th@ ch8rity is not subject lo audit under company law and is eligible for
independent examination, il is my responsibility lo,
examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act.,
follow tho procedures laid down in general Direction8 given by the Charity CommissÈon under
section 145lbl ol the 2011 Act, and
lo slate whether particular maller$ hav8 come lo rny attention.
Bas1$ of Independent examlnerfs r&port
My examination was carrled out in accordance with the general Difeclions given by the Charity Commission.
An examination includes a review of the aecounling records kept by th8 charity and a comparison of the
accounts presented with those records, 11 includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in
the accounts, and seeking 8xplanations from you as Iruslees concemin9 any such mallers. The procedures
undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is
given as lo whether the ac¢ounls present a 'trL¢e and fair view, and th8 r6POrt is limited lo those mallers sel
otjl in the statement below.
Independent examlnefs statoment
In connection with my examination, no maller has come lo my attanlion,.
11) which gives me reasonabl& Ca￿Se to believe that in any material respect the requiremenls
to keep accounting records in accordAnce with secllon 386 of the Companies Act 2006., and
lo prepare accounts which accord with thè accounting records, comply with the accounting
requiTemenls of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006., and
• with the methods and principles of Ihts Slaltrmenl of Recommended Practice.. Accounting and
Reporting by Charities h3ve nol been mel., or
12) lo whlch, in my oplnion, allenlion should be drawn in order lo enable a proper und8rslanding of the
accounts lo be reached.
JM Hillon-Jones
Hilton Jones Ltd
Hollinwood Business Centre
Albert Street
Oldham
OL8 3QL
15th Apiil 2026

Communlty on Solld Ground
ststement of Flnan¢lal Actlvltie5 Ilncludlng Incomo 8nd Expendlture A¢counti
For The Year Ended 31 Jul 2025
Unre8trlcted
Funds
R8strlcted
Funds
2025
2024
Notès
INCOME FROM
Donations and legacies
Charitable 8clivilies
Income from trading acbvikn.os
TOTAL INCOME
5,611
I,LX)O
33,707
40318
5,611
237.026
33,707
276 344
4,950
1g6,580
23,157
224,687
236,026
236.026
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
Charitable activities
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
12,794
242,979
255,773
12.794
245.586
258,380
8,034
229,067
237,101
2,607
2,807
NET INCOMEIIEXPENDITURE
37,711
119,7471
17,964
112,4141
Transfers between fttsnds
15
142,8751
42,875
NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
15,1641
23,128
17,964
112,414}
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
15
15
22,991
300,877
324 005
277.886
295 850
290,300
277 886
The statement of financ￿81 acbvities incl￿des 811 gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditur& d&rive from
continuing actiwlies.
Th6 notes on pages 12 to 27 1(xm part ol these accounts.
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Community on Solid GmLtnd
Balancè Sheet
As At 31 Jul 2025
Companies Hou88 numb8r'. 07328038
u￿TeStrIGlfj￿ Re$trkt8d
Funds
Fund$
2025
2024
Noles
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
196.835
196,835
197 825
197,825
163 137
163,137
990
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
C8$h al bank and in hand
12
928
131,448
132.378
5,206
127.17Q
928
106996
107,924
9,899
98,025
29.071
140610
189.681
54,932
114,749
24,4S2
124,4521
Cr8ditors.- Amounts falllng due wlthln one yeor
NET CURRENT ASSETSIILIABILITIESI
13
29,145
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILSTIES
NET ASSETSIILIABILITIESI
28,155
324,005
324 005
295,850
295 850
277,886
277 886
THE FUNDS OF THE CHARITY
Restricted incomo furlds
Unreslrict8d incomè funds
15
15
324,005
324,D05
128,1551
300,877
122,9911
128,1551
TOTAL CHARITY FUNDS
28 155
324 005
295 850
277 888
For ihe peiiod in quèstion the company was enlilled lo the exemption conferred by sectiDn 477 01 the Companies Acl 2006, and
that no notice h85 been deposlted under section 478 in relation to its accoltnts lor the financial year. The directors a¢knO￿edge
their responsibilitiès for etsmptying wilh the requirernenls of the Cotnpanie8 Aet 2006 with ￿Spect to accounting records and the
preparation ol aGcounts.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance wth the provisions applicable to cornpanias s(tbje¢t lo the small companies,
regime.
Approved by tho tru5tses on 151h April 2026
Mrs Y Dar- Chair
The notes on pages 12 10 27 lottn part ol these accounts.
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Comrnunity on Solid Gmund
Statement of Cash Flows
For The Year Ended 31 Jul 2025
RECONCILIATION OF NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
2025
2024
Net movement in funds
Add back deprecialiori
Decreasellincreasel in deblots
In¢raas$lld*¢raasel in uedilors
17,964
48.903
28.143
145.0331
112.4141
41.196
13.422
14,909
NET CASH USED IN OPERATING ACTIVITIES
49.977
57,113
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES:
Purchase of fixed a55ets
183,5911
15,8311
NET CASH PROVIDED BY INVESTING ACTIVITIES
83,591
5,831
INCREASEflDECREASEI IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS DURING THE YEAR
133.6141
51,282
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS BROUGHT FORWARD
140,610
89,328
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CARRIED FORWARD
140610
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Communlly on Solid Ground
Not•s to the Financlal Stslements
For The Year Endèd 31 Jul 2025
1 A¢¢ounting Poli¢le8
1.1 Btsls of preparatlon and a5ses5ment Df going con¢?m
The awoun15 lfinancial 8lalementsl have been prepared under the historical cosl convention wilh items racognised al cost
or transaction value unless olh?twi$e 8talod in the relevant notes lo these accounts. The financlal 5talemenl8 have been
prepared in accordance with the Slalernenl ol Recommended Practice.. Accounting and Reporting by Charities ￿paring
their accounts in arxordance wlh the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republlc of Ireland IFRS 1Q21,
Èffective 1st J8nuary 2019, and the Fin8nci81 Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kin9dom aNKJ Republic ol Irel8nd
IFRS 1021 and the Charities Act 2011.
The charity conslitule8 a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102.
The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainti?8 about th8 charilvs ability to continue as a going concern.
1.2 Funds structure
Reslrl¢led funds are funds whlch aro lo be used In 8¢Cordall￿ with specific restr(ctions imposed by the donor ortru¥l deed.
There aré 24 restricted ft5nds.
Unreslricled income funds compn'se those funds which the ttu*eES are flee lo use lor any purpose in furtherance ol the
charitable objects. Unrestricted funds include designated funds whère the trustees, al their discretion, have created a fund
for a specific purpose.
Further details ol each fund are disclosed in note 15.
1.3 Incom8 rècognition
All income 18 recognised once the charity has entitlement to the income, It is probable that the inwtne will be received and
the amount ol income receivable can be measured reliably.
Donations are recognlsed when the charity has been notsfied in writing of both the amoL¢nl and setllement date. In the event
that a donation is subject to conditions that require a level of performance before the charity 1$ enliUEd to the funds, th
Income is defer￿d and not recognised until either those wndilion5 are lully mel, or the lulfilment ol those condits.ons ig
wholly within the control ol the ¢harily 8nd il is probable that those conditions will be ftjllilled in the reporting period.
Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivablè And the amount can be measured reliably by the challty," this
is normally upon notification of the Inle￿$t paid or payable by the bank. Oivittends are recognised once the dividand h88
been declared and nollfication has been re￿]Ved ol (he divldend due.
1.4 Expendlture Recognltlon
Liabslilies are recognised as expenditure as soon as there Is a leg81 or conslruclive obligation committing the charity to that
expenditure, it is probable that settlementwll be required and th6 amount of the obligation Can be measured reliabty.
All expenditure is accounted for Dn an 8ccruals basis. All expenses including support C05t5 and gov@rnance costs are
811ocaled or apportioned lo the applicable expenditure headings. For more Information on this attribullon refer to note 1.6.
1.5 Irrecoverable VAT
Irrecowerable VAT is charged against the expenditure heading for which It was incurr&d_
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Communlty on Solld Ground
Notes to the Finan¢l¥l Ststements
For The Year Endgd 31 Jul 2025
1.6 Allocatlon of support and governance costs
Support costs have been allocated be￿een govérnance costs and other support C0513 GovemanTr costs cornpn.se all
costs invcTrEving the public accountability ol Ihe charity and its compliance wlh regulallon and good practice. These costs
include costs related lo independent examination and le9al fees together with an apportionmènt ol overhead and support
costs.
Govoinaoce costs and support costs relating to charitable activities have been apportioned based on type ol expense. The
allorAtion of support and governance costs Is analysed in note e.
1.7 Costs of ralslng funds
The costs of raislng funds consists ol events, publicity and sponsorship.
1.8 Charltable Actlvltles
Cosis of charrtablè aelivities include governanco c05t5 and an apportionment of support costs as shown in note 7.
1.9 Tartylblo flxed assets and deproclatlon
All assets costing mor6 than £500 are capilalised and valued al historical cost. Dopredalion is charged on the following
basis..
Improvemènts to leased premises
Equiptnent
Comsxjters
33.33ryA on cost
25°A on cost
25% on ¢¢)sl
1.10 Reallsed galn$ and losses
All gains and losses are taken to the Slalement ol Financial Activities as they arise. Realised gains and ltsssès on
investments are ealculated as the difference between sales pro￿ed8 and thèir opening carrying value or their purGha5e
value il 8cquired Subsequent lo the first day of the financial year. Uniealised gains and losses are calculated as the
dillerence betwèen the fair value al the year end and their varying v8lue. Realisert and unrealised investment galns and
losses are combined in the Statement of Fin8n¢lal Activities.
1.11 Pènslons
The charity operaie5 an auto-ènrolment pension scheme. The charity has no liability Wond paying its contributions and
1.12 Debtors
Trade and olhei debtors aré recognised al the seltletnent amounl due after any trade discount offered. Prepayrnent8 are
valued at the amount prepaid net ol any trade discounts due.
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Communlty on Sollil Ground
Notes to the Flnanclal Statements
For The Year Ended 31 Jul 20
1.13 Cr¢dltors and provl8lons
Creditors and provisions are recognised where the eh8rity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will
probably result in the transfer of funds lo a third paty and the amount due to seltle the obli9alion can be rre8sur8d or
eslimaled reliably. Creditors and provIs￿n$ are normally récognisèd 8t thèir settlement amount after allowing for 8riy trade
2 Relat8d party transactlons and trustÈès' axponsfrs and remuneration
The trustees all give freely their time and expertise wilhout any form ol rémLtrner8tion or other benefit in cash or kind 12024..
£nill. Expenses paid lo thè trustees in the yea¥ lolalled £nil12024.. £nill.
During th¢ year, the freelance CEO registered 8 company at the charivs address. The trustees have idonlifie(I this as a
potential conflict DI interest and recorded il in Ihe register of inlerests. The Iiustees reviewed the arr8ng8ment, confirmed
that tho use ol the address does not providè a significant private benefit, and ensured that the CEO wa8 exduded frorn all
discu8sion8 and decisions relating to their engagement End rernUnerat￿n.
3 Donatlons and Le9a¢le$
Unr05tricled
Restrlcted
Total Funds
2025
Total Funds
2024
2025
2025
Donations
5,811
5611
5,611
4,950
Prevtous reporting period
Unrestrlcted
2024
Restricted
2024
Total Funds
2024
Donations
4,950
4,950
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Communlty on Solld Ground
Notes to the Flnan¢lal Staternents
For Th8 Year Ended 31 Jul 202S
4 Ineome from charltable actlvitles
Unr¢$tri¢ted
202S
Restylcted
2025
Total Funds Total Funds
2025
2024
BBC Children in Need 5593
We Love MCR Friday Urban Street 2024
Manchester Active E88ter 2024
Manchester Active Spring 2024
Manchester Active October Half Term
ManchestÈr Active February Hall Term 2024
Manchester Active Big Life Gyrn Project
Manchester Active HAF Christmas Pl8yschéme 2023
Manchester City Council Youth and Play
Manchester City Council Youth Bank Project
Mancheslei Qily Coun(#l VCSE
Sported Bar¢lays
Manchester Cily Council HAF Summei 2024
Manchester Active Christmas HAF 2024
Manchester City Coufj¢il- Gym Project
Manchester Active Eosler HAF 2025
ManthestÈr Active Summer 2025
Manchester Cily Council NIF
Manchester Active Over 55's
We Love M&nchesl8r
28,240
3,920
11.193
5,486
3,911
3.911
3,911
6,375
5.600
64.655
30,000
2,000
12.000
12,CK)O
74,985
30,000
74,965
30,000
2.000
43.496
5,834
350
12,312
48.158
1,500
1,500
2,￿0
43,498
5,834
350
12,312
48,158
1,500
1.500
1,000
237 026
35,200
1,￿0
236 026
196580
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CommunSty on Solld Ground
Notes to the Flnan¢lal Stslemtrnts
For The Year Endvd 31 Jul 2025
4 Income from charitsble actlyltles Icont.)
Previous reporting perh)d
Unr88trlcied
2024
Ro$triGt¢d
2024
Total Funds
2024
BBC Childien in Nèed 5593
We Love MCR Fridzy Urban Street 2024
Manchester Active Easter 2024
Manchester Active Spring 2024
Manchester Active February Half Term 2D24
Manchester Activ& Big Life Gym Project
Manchester A¢liv& HAF Chr4Stmas Playscheme 2023
M8nch85ter City Council Youth and Play
Mznchester City Council Youth 88nk Project
Manchester City Council VCSE
Manchester City Council HAF Summer 2024
28,240
3,920
11,193
5,486
3,911
8.375
5.600
64,655
30,000
2,000
35.200
196580
28,240
3.920
11,193
5.488
3.911
6,375
5,SOO
64,855
30,000
2,000
35,200
196580
5 Net Income
2D25
2024
Net income is slated after charying..
Depreciation- owned as8et5
Accountancy
48.902
1,603
41,196
1,600
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Communlty on Solld Ground
Notes to the Flnanclal Statements
For The Year Ended 31 Jul 2025
6 Incom¥ from other tradSng actlvltles
Unrestrictsd Re8trlct8d
2025
2025
Total Funds Total Funds
2025
2024
Rental inwmè
Fee income
Mèmbership fees
4(x)
1,360
31.947
1,360
31,947
95D
22,207
Prèvious reporting perv)Ll
Llnrqstrlcted
R85trtcl¢d
2024
Totsl Funds
2024
2024
Renl&l income
Fee income
Membership fees
950
22,207
23 157
22,207
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Communlty on Solid Ground
Notes to the Flnancial Statements
For Thfj Year Ended 31 Jul 2025
7 Expgnditure
Rollef of
poverty
Costs
2025
2024
Expendltur• on ralslng funds
Event Gostg
Advertising and mart(eting
A¢creditation fees
12,225
569
12,225
569
7,441
577
16
12794
Youth and
Communlty
Actlvitle8
2025
2024
Expendlture on eharftable a¢tlvlties
Employmenl costs
Subscriptions
Tlaining
Repairs
Sessional woikers
Consultancy
DBS cheeks
Resources
VolLinteer expenses
Bad debts
Cleaning
Inleiesl paYa￿e
Softhare
Relreshmenls
Travel Gosls
Minor equipment
Telephone and internet
PPE equipment
Rent and venue hire
In8UTance
P081, printing and stationery
Deprèciation
Heat and light
Sundry expenses
Governafioe costs
Support cc>sts
100,917
1,171
40
4,475
44,700
100.917
1.171
40
4,475
44,700
104,708
548
70
3,108
44,1
800
93
14
878
2,455
93
14
878
2,45S
63
382
758
1.421
1,125
4,941
1,560
62
10,401
1,179
185
362
756
1,421
1.125
4,941
523
3,815
2,481
972
1,160
62
10,401
1,179
16,975
897
589
41.196
48,902
14,325
79
1.603
3,379
245 586
48,902
14,325
79
1,603
3,379
245 586
1,800
5.308
229 067
2025
2024
Restricted funds
Unrestrictecl funds
255,773
2,607
258 380
235,631
1,470
237 101
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Communlty on Solid Ground
Notes to the Flnancial Stat•monts
For The Year Endèd 31 Jul 2025
8 Allocation of gQVgm8nce and support ¢o$ts
Th8 breakdown of support costs and how these war6 allocated bebmeen governance 8nd other support costs 18 shown
below.
General
Support
Basls of Hpportionmenl
Governance
2025
Aecouniancy
Professional fees
Payroll bureau lees
U$e of factlities
Use of facilities
Use ol facilities
1.603
1.603
1,368
2,011
1,368
2,011
Previous reFN)rting pef4od
General
Support
Basls of apportlonment
GDv&rnancg
2024
Accountsncy
Penalties
Professional fees
Payroll bureau lees
1,6(KJ
1,600
750
2,564
1,992
Use of facilits'es
Use of facilities
Use of facilities
750
2.564
1,992
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Community on Solld Ground
NoteB to thè Flnanelal Statsments
For Tho Y•ar Ended 31 Jul 2025
9 Analysls of stsff costs
2025
2024
Wages and salaries
Etnployers NIC
100,917
104,316
392
104 708
100917
CharEtable activities
100,917
100917
104.708
104708
2025
2024
Average r)umber of employèès
Number ol ernployees with benefits in excess of £60,000
15
16
2025
2024
Totsl employment bonelits, Including employer pension contributions ol the key
The charity cons¥dèrs its key management personnel comprises the trustees.
10 Independent Examiner F••s
2025
2024
Independenl examination fe8$
1,603
1,6
Pag$ 20

Communlty on Solld Ground
Notes to the Flnancial Statements
For The Yèar Ended 31 Jul 2026
11 T•nglbl* Flxed Assets
Improvemgnts
to leasèd
premlses
Equlpm•nt
Total
Co¥t
At 1 August 2024
Addilions
At 31 July 2025
79,257
7,986
87 243
140,723
75,605
216328
219,980
83,591
303 571
Depreciation
At 1 August 2024
Charoe Year
At 31 July 2025
37,945
25,206
18.898
23,697
56,843
48,903
105 746
Net Book Value
Al 31 July 2025
At 7 August 2024
173733
121.825
197 825
163,137
41.312
12 tJebtOY3
2025
2024
Debtors
Prepayments
21,748
7,323
928
928
2026
2024
Restricted
Unrestricted
928
29,071
928
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Community on Solld Ground
Notes to the Flnanclal Statements
For Thè Year Ended 31 Jul 2025
13 Credllors: amount8 falllng dug wlthln one year
2025
2024
C￿dE(orS
Overspend cash
Other creditors and aGctuals
Oeferred in¢omt
7,755
1,741
1,940
43,496
1,491
8.408
2025
2024
Restiieted
Unrestricted
5.20&
4,693
51.251
3,681
14 Deferred in¢om•
2025
2024
Deferred income comprises rental incomè and grants invol￿d and received in advance.
Balance as al 01 Auyusl 2024
Amount released to ineome eamed from chafi18ble aclivilies
Amount deferrEd in year
8alance as at 31 July 2025
43,496
143,4961
35,200
135,2001
43,498
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Communlty on Solid Ground
Notes to the Financial Stal•mènts
For The Y•ar Endèd 31 Jul 2025
15 Analysls of charltable fund¥
Analysls of movements in unrègtrlcted fundB
Asat
1 Augusl
2024
Asat
31 July
2025
Incomlng Resources
Resource¥
Expended
Transfers
General fund
22,991
40.318
2,607
42,875
28,155
Previous reportin9 period
Asat
I August
2023
Asal
31 July
2024
Incomlng Resources
Re30urces
Expended
Trdnsfers
General fund
28.878
28,107
1.470
20.750
122,991
Name of unrÈstriet•d lund..
General fund
Descrlptlon, nature and purpose of th& fund
The unrestricted funds ol the organi88lon
P89$ 23

Communlty on SolSd Ground
Notes to the Flnanclal Slatom•nts
For The Year Ended 31 Jul 2025
IS Analysls of movements In restrlcted fund8
Asat
1 August Incoming
2024
R•sources
Asat
31 July
2025
Resources
Expended
Transfers
BBC Children in Need 5593
Clolhworkers Tru81
Garfield We81on
Man¢hegt8rAclive Easter 2024
Manche5terAclive Easter HAF 2023
M8nchesterActs've Spring 2024
Manchester Active Spring
Manchester Activè October Half Teim
Manchester Active February Hall T6rm 2023
Manchester Active February Half Term 2024
M8neh8ster Active Equipmonl
Manchester Active Big Life Gym Project
Manchester Active HAF Chrislmas Plays¢heme 20
Manchester City Council Youth and Plgy
Manchest8r City Council Youth Bank Pioject
M8nche5ter City Council VCSE
Sported Barclays
DCMS
Julia 8 Hans Rausing Trust
Manchester Active Hall Term 2022
Man¢hester Cily Council HAF Summer 2024
Manchester City Council HAF
Power to Changa
Street Garnes UK
Young Mariche5ter HAF
Youth Sports Trust
Neighbourhood Service Men's Club
Sporting Equals
Manchester Active Christmas HAF 2D24
Manch8Ster City Council Gym Project
Manchester Active Easter HAF 2025
Manchester Active Sutnmer 2025
Manchester Gity Gouncil NIF
Man¢hest8r Aclivo Over 55's
BBC GIN Yèar 3
TIF TSG Fund
17,472
70,919
116.2051
133,2931
12,4451
110,1971
18,6931
14,3C121
121
13,4011
13341
13,0821
113.9821
113,0221
12,3901
157,7741
18,1371
18,0771
1,267
37,626
2,445
10,886
7,406
4.528
689
1,287
226
3.911
510
101
ioi
19.914
17331
101
80,234
61,871
334
52
31,886
3,030
2,010
289
1,349
63,043
40,D08
7,233
12.000
1,041
74,g65
30,000
844
2,000
2.000
14,997
38.977
123,9801
13,9021
1461
126,0731
1491
11,3151
3.902
46
31.135
49
602
113
45
43.496
48,558
713
113
1461
171
1,668
106
1,668
11051
15,8911
{3501
11,8991
15,7101
18291
5,834
350
12,312
48,158
1,500
1.500
57
10,413
42.448
671
1.500
33
33
12681
288
300 877
236 026
255 773
324 005
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Communlty on Solld Ground
Notes to the Flnanclal Statements
For The Year Ended 31 Jul 2025
Piovious ￿porting period
Asat
1 August Incomlng R•$ourc
2023
Re$our¢es
Expended
Asat
31 July
2024
Tran8fèfS
BBC Children in Need 5593
Clolhworkers Trust
Gartield Weston
Wè Lowe MCR Friday Urban Street 2024
MancheslerActiV8 Breaking Boundaries
MancheslerActive Easter 2024
Manchèster Active Easter HAF 2023
Manchèster Active Spring 2024
M8nchester Active Spring
Manchester Active October Hall Term
Manchester A¢t4ve February Hall Term 2023
Manchester Active February Hall Terffl 2024
Manchester Aclive Equipment
Manchester Aclive Big Life Gym Project
Manchester Active HAF Christmas PlayschemÈ 20
Manchester City Council HAF Summer
Mancheslei City Council Youth and Pl8y
Manchester Cily Council Youth Bank Project
Manchester City Council VCSE
MCC Playscherne
MCCINIF Neighbourhood Serv￿e
Asian Sports Foundation
BBC Children in Need
CCLORS
DCMS
Julia & Han8 R8u5ing Trust
Manchestèr Active Easter Holiday
Manchester City Council Covid Grant
Manchester City Gouncil HAF Summer 2024
Manchester City Council HAF
Power lo Change
Sportecl
Street Games UK
Young Manchester HAF
Youth Sports Trust
Neiohbourhood Servlcè Men's Club
SFx)rting Equa15
Big Lottery Fund - RC
Manley Park Primary Sch(x)I
MCC NIF DFOP In
21,616
110.251
8,663
28,240
132,3841
139,3321
19,3261
13,9211
19281
13071
14.9781
19581
17,472
70,919
663
3,920
928
11.193
10,888
7.406
4,528
12,384
5,486
386
1,784
13861
12,1611
18811
116,7131
16,0861
14,2511
13231
132.1841
111,6361
12,7861
12,0121
17571
11,5131
11,5461
12701
118,1371
112,4031
13,1791
377
3.911
3,030
2,010
289
1.349
2.221
16,502
8,375
5,600
323
30,572
21,644
8,019
1,587
679
1,244
1,513
135
57,114
10.661
3,179
64.655
30,000
2,000
83.043
40,008
7,233
425
78
2e9
33
135
38,977
1,742
35,2(
14,0651
13,1671
17.e111
14,7831
11,6761
IT181
21.135
49
602
3,216
8,213
4,783
1,789
823
113
45
1,688
452
525
2,747
39
1,668
106
13461
11,0501
12,7471
1391
525
319 178
196 580
235 631
20 750
300 877
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Community on Solld Ground
Notes to the Flnanclal Ststements
For The Year Ended 31 Jul 2025
Namg of regtrlcted fund:
Dèscrlptlon, nature and PUTPOSe oltho lund
BBC Childr8n in Need 5593
Clothworker5 Trust
G8rfield Weston
Manchester Active E8$ler 2024
Manchesler Active Spring 2024
Manchester Active Ocltrber Hall Tern
ManchestÈr Active February Hall Teim 2023
Manch2sler Active February Hall Teitn 2024
M8nchE5ter Active Equiprnent
Manchester Active Big Life Gym Propcl
Manchester Acttvè HAF Christmas Playschemè 2023
Manchester City Council Youth and Play
Manch88ter City Council Youth Bank Projecl
SportÉd Barclays
DCMS
Manchesler City Council HAF Summer 2024
Street Games UK
Neighbourhood Servtce Men's Club
Sporbng Equals
Man¢he5ter Active Easter HAF 2025
Manchester Active Sumtner 2025
Manchester City Gouncil NIF
MancheslerActivè Over 55,$
BBC CIN Year 3
for rnenltsrlny Sèrvice
foi capital prolecvgym
for core costs
for holiday activiiie8
for holiday aclivits'es
for holiday activities
lor holiday activities
for holiday activities
lor holiday play equipment
lor people gyrn activities
lor holiday activities
lor youth empowerment activities
for aclivilie5. dlstribution, and trips
for sports leadership Imining
lor capital astro turflequipmenl
for summer a¢tivitie8
for sports development
weekly social loi the senior men ol the community
stsff dèvelopment
for holiday activities
for holiday activities
lor holiday acliviligs
for holiday aelivit*es
lor sports leadership and youth engagement
16 An8ly8ls of net assets bgtweBn funds
UnTe5tricted
Re5tri¢ted
2026
Tangible fixed assets
Cash at bank and in hand
Other net eurrenl asselsllliabililie81
Total
990
124,4521
4,693
196,835
131,448
4,278
324 005
197.825
106,996
18,971
295 850
Previous re￿)rtIng period
Unrèstrlcted
R￿trIc19d
2024
T8ngible fixed assets
C8sh at bank and in hand
other net current asselsllliabilitiesl
Total
1,980
121,2901
3.681
161.157
161,900
22,180
300 877
163.137
140,61QI
25,861
277 886
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Communlty on Solld Ground
Notes to the Flnancial Staternènt8
For The Year Ended 31 Jul 2025
17 Golng Conc¢m
The charity's main Source of income is grant luncling and investment income. The trustees consider, having regard lo
reserves that it is appropriate lo prepare the aecounts on a going concern basis and, consequently. the accounts do not
IneltJd6 any adjustments that would be necessary il the funding income should cease.
18 Post Balancè Sh•et Ev*nts
The Trustees do not consider that there have been any events since the balan￿ sheet dale thal signilicanlly impact on the
rinanctal statements.
19 Flnanclal Instruments
The charity only has Iinaneial assets and financial liabililie8 ts1 a kind th81 qu811fy as baslc financial Instruments. Basic
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