SV2G Report of the Trustees for the period ended 31 July 2021
STVINCENT &THE GRENADINES
2ND GENERATION (SV2G)
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED
31JULY 2021
CHARITY NUMBER 1143517

SV2G Report of the Trustees for the period ended 31 July 2021
CONTENTS
Page
Reference & Administrative Information
Trustees Report
Financial Statements
10-13
Independent Examiners Report
14

SV2G Report of the Trustees for the period ended 31 July 2021
Reference and Administrative Information
Charity Name:
SV2G
Charity Number:
1143517
Registered Address=
P.0. Box 1668
High Wycombe
Bucks
HPII 9PL
Trustees
Mr S Dias
Ms E Gallagher (resigned}
Mrs J Phillips
Miss J Richardson
Mr C Roberts
Patron & Honorary
Members:
Hon. Dr. Ralph E. Gonsalves,
Prime Minister of St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Countess Elizabeth Howe
H.M. Queen Elizabeth Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire
Accountants:
Boyett Mayes Limited
The Stables, Moneys Farm
Bottle Lane
Mattingley
Hampshire
RG27 8U

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TRusfEES REPORT
The Trustees presenttheir report and financial statements forthe period ended 31 July 2021.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in
note I to the financial statements and comply with the charity's governing document. the Charities
Act 2011 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities= Statement of Recommended Practice
applicable to charities preparing their account in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 {effeciive l January 20191"
Structure, Governance and Management
SV2G is governed by a board of 4 trustees equipped with a wide range of skills to strategically
oversee the management of the charity.
The charity has no employees and operates With 26 volunteers and freelance sessional staff which
are engaged upon when required to deliver the charitvs activities.
Objertives:
To advance Caribbean art. culture and heritage for the public benefit:
To advance education in Caribbean art. culture and heritage forthe public benefit;
To provide or assist in the provision of facilities in the interest of social welfare for recreation
or other leisure time occupation of individuals who have need of such facilities by reason of
their youth, age infirmity or disability, financial hardship or social circumstances with the object
of improving their conditions of life,"
The relief of old people forthe benefrt of the public:
The relief of financial need and suffering amongvictimsof natural disasterand those in poverty.
Mission:
'Through creative cultural connections, SV2G creates awareness of African and Caribbean intangible
cultural heritage and encourage diversity of cultural expressions. SV2G facilitates engagement in
steelpan and a range of diverse arts and heritage programmes aligned to the UN'S sustainable goals
which connects and transformsthe lives of young people. families and communities for a social and
economic impact and by generating income to support its core purpose.-
Vision:
o be a high impact African and Caribbean cuttural OrganisatTon in the UK Diaspora. creating arts
and heritage programmes for a social and economic impact whilst protecting our intangible cultural
heritage.-

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Strateglc Alms:
To document, promote and celebrate African and Caribbean arts, culture and heritage-
To continue to be recognised as a dynamic and high impact social enterprise and creative hub
that embraces, engages and transforms its local. national and international community within
the diaspora",
To act as a social catalyst improving quality of lrfe, health. wellbeing and creative and
educational opportunities through a vibrant fusion of community-driven activities,.
To work with the community to develop new and exciting partnerships with local, regional.
national and international organisations that contribute to the promotion of intangible cultural
heritage-
To align programmes and projects with the UN sustainable development goals: Good Health
and Wellbein& Quality Education: Teaching and Learning; Economic Growth: Reducing
Inequality- Migration and Development- Sustainable Communities; Climate Action and Peace.
A￿1V[￿lEs
SV2G is a highly dynamic charlty, renowned forthe high quality early intervention and preventative
activities it deliversto empower and develop each year. hundreds of young people. families and the
wider communities of various diverse backgrounds. The organisation has continued to create new
forms of learning though arts and heritage projects with an intergenerational audience.
SV2G has continued to build its Strong track record in supporting communities through inspired
creative interventions. Forthe past 18 monthsthe charityhascontinued to showtenacity and vision
and attracted further additional funds to support its development and growth.
SV2G has developed its reputation around several flagship programmes; 'School of Steelpan,,
'Wycombe Steel Orchestra, plus its African Caribbean History projects. These programmes. along
with other creative community projects has allowed SV2G to engage positively with young people,
increasing their confidence. skills and aspirations. 5V2G not only nurtures the next 8eneration, but
also engages With adults, families and the wider communrty. In addition to this, environmental
Sustainability has been at the forefront of SV2G's attivity with all musical instruments being made
from recycled used oil drums.
School of Steelpan (SOS)
The School of Steelpan provides steelpan music lessons. workshops and taster sessions for anyone
from 7 years old to adult. Opportunities are available to young people to join our performance
band. We serve the diverse and wide communities of Buckinghamshire with many collaborating
ensembles working from beginners to advanced in the activities listed below:
Workshops, taster sessions and tuition in schools.
After school clubs and holiday clubs.
One-to-one group and private tuition for beginners. intem)ediate players and adults.
Accreditation including steelpan graded examinations - N.B. SV2G hu5 been instrumental in
introducing accreditotionfor steelpon education in the UK.

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Support for students through graded examinations including BTEC, GCSE, A Level Music and
OCN accreditation.
Professional development for steelpan tutors.
Support for the Steelpan Educators and Tutors Association
Tuition is currently provided free of charge to under 18,5. All registered members of SV2G's Schc>ol
of Steelpan are tutored in playtng the steel pan instrument correctly through the use of specialist
techniques and by working through sets of repertoires. Music theory tuition also continues to be
offered online. Once fluent on the instrument, each member then has an opportunity to join the
Charitls performance band. Wycombe Steel Orchestra.
Wycombe Steel Orchestra (WSO)
Wycombe Steel Orchertra is 3 unique orchestral experience established to nurture and train young
musicians to be inspired players. encouraging them to perform to their highest abilities within a
professional environment.
Based in High Wycombe. the orchestra has a repertoire of wide variety of music genres including
calypso, classical and chart music. WSO can perform and run workshopsfor 3ny occasion including
corporate. charity and private events. We can tailor to suit your needs from a soloist to a 21>piece
orchestra. An orchestra with vision, ambition, and excellence, you are guaranteed a unique
memorable experience for your event.
Wycombe Steel Orchestra performs and gives steelpan taster workshops at private & corporate
events.
Wycombe Steel Orchestra have been privileged to perform before=
Her Majesty The Queen. Elizabeth11 Diamond Jubilee in the Palace Gardens
The Prime Minister of St Vincent &the Grenadines, Hon. Dr. Ralph. E. Gonsalves
H.R.H Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex
Beijing Paralympic Handover. Olympic Games
UK Parliament beingthe first Steelband in a unique on&off performance
The National Association of Steelpan Educators and Tutors [Sp￿Al
SPETA 15 a professional organi5ation for steelpan educators and tutors. previously sponsored by
ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royals Schools of Music) and facilitated by SV2G delivered several
online sessions. SV2G will continue to provide ongoing professional development for SPETA
members with CPD training programmes.
Black History Month Activities and Events
Several touring exhibitions were delivered in partnership with Buckinghamshire Libraries that
included the following:

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'George Alexander Gratton, _ The project explored Marlow's connections with the community
in the Wycombe district. George Atexander Gratton was one of the first Vincentians to arrive
in Georgian Britain. Following a short and tragic life. George sadly died at the age of four years
nine months. His body is buried in the graveyard at All Saints Church. Marlow. With this grant
and the support of Marlow Museum and Marlow Society, SV2G was ableto share and celebrate
George's life.
'Coming Back Home, A Vincentian Intergenerational Project. _ this project. supported by the
National Lottery Her¥tage FLJnd. documented the testimonies of Wincentians. personal
experiences and stories with three generations in High Wycombe. The project explored their
experiences and memories from migration and settlement through to identity and everyday
life. It also captured British born Vincentians caught between two cultures, documenting their
journey and experiences.
'Pan Jammin into Histo
this interactive exhibition told the unique story of steelpan
development in the UK. invitingcontributionsof stories. memories. photographs. ephemera. or
objects from communttie5.
'A Steelpan Town'_this project. supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. explored the
rich diverse history of steelpan music. the musicians and the instrument itself within High
Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. The project captured the main steel bands that were formed in
the area. Manysteelpan musiciansfrom St. Vincent &the Grenadines settled in High Wycombe
from the late 19505, including the 'New Sound Crusaders Steel Band, which became famous
when in 1971 they won the National TV programme 'Opportunity Knocks. for six consecutive
weeks la modem day equivalent programme would be Britain's Got Talentl.
A series of Black History Month community webinars in collaboration with Bucks B.A.M.E Network.
Community Impact Bucks, and The Clare Foundation were produced online forthe community. The
webinars covered the themes on COVID-19 and the Impact on the Black. Asian. and Ethnic Minority
Communities in Buckinghamshire. Key speakers included. Public Health Buckinghamshire. The
Crown Prosecution Service and Thames Valley Violence Reduction Unit.
Heritage Projects- Documentin& Preserving and Celebrating African and Caribbean History
SV2G's past projects has been reviewed and further developed to encompass further intangible
cultural heritage programmes.
Dias
ora Connections
'Diaspora Connections focuses on building the capacity of governments and other stakeholders to
communicate and engage with their expatriate communities for inttiatives related to home country
development and to encourage more development-oriented migration policies.
SVG Dlaspora Programmes - La Soufriere Volcano relief. On 9 April 2021. the La Soufrière volcano
located on the northern side of St. Vincent and the Grenadines erupted. Vincentian residents
located in the red and orange zones were forced to evacuate into shelters. It has been reported
that approximately 18,000 persons were evacuated from these 20nes. This disaster has resulted in
thousands of people's livelihoods being affected with the displacement in many communities.

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In line with the charivs aims and objectives, SV2G mobilised volunteers, and fund-raising
campaigns in partnership with corporate companie5. community organisations and individuals to
assist with aid. The charity put in place a short, medium, and longterm plan to help as many people.
families, in shelters, communities and in the orange and red zones.
FINANCIAI REVIEW
SV2G has been successful in gaining further funds to overcome the challenges presented by Covid-
19. The charity has continued to deliver valuable work within the community, engaging with youn8
people and other members of the community at risk during this period.
Income forthe current year 202012021 will include the following grant funding IN.8. some of these
funds will appear under the 2020 accounts and will also be reflected in 202112022 accounts}.
N L Heritage Emergency Response Fund- to secure the future of the tharity, including development
of a business, marketing plan. website, and digital conversion of heritage collections to enable
continued engagement with young people. families, and the wider community during social
distancing measures.
Home Office Emergenry Support Fund - supporting continued frontline work with young people
during COVID-19. To continue this work wtth young people during COVID-19. SV2G purchased PPE
equipment, extra support staff. and resources.
Ministry of Justice- to build resilience and sustainable growth to increase the chariws capacity
through a developed bespoke CPD support programme to strengthen the capacity of its workforce.
Peoples Health Trust to T￿COnneCt and rebuild resilience and create stronger community
connections and deliver inter-generational steelpan music.
Home Office Windrush Schemes Fund to promote and raise awareness of the Windrush
Documentation Scheme and the Windrush Compensation Scheme. To share and encourage how to
apply and support. sign post, and conneci with the help in place.
SV2G's activities are continuaSly funded through donations and grant income. A very small amount
of revenue is derived from commercial activity which includes orchestra hires and merchandise.
The main area of expenditure is professional fees linked to grant-funded delivery of project
activities. Other key costs all relate to storage of musical equipment. exhibition equipment, rental
of teaching premises. In the absence of funding for any level of stafFin& SV2G relies hugely on the
goodwill and hard work of its volunteers and Trustees.
The charity operates on a break-even basis. Total income forthe period amounted to £103.282 and
total expenditure for the year amounted to £80,816. N.B. the surplus shown in 2020121 relates to
grant funding ring fenced for project delivery carried through to the nextfinancial year.

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Risk & Uncertainties
The Trustees are satisfied, having assessed the major risks to which the organisation is exposed, and
have systems and procedures in place to mTtigate such exposure.
Despite the challenges of Covid-19. the charity has continued to focus its work on artivities to deliver
public benefit. Building on this positive foundation and to support its Recovery and Renewal plan,
SV2G will now expand its activities, reach, and impact. Thi5 will require 3 Continued er)ergetic
approach to project and revenue development along with building developing new audiences and
income-generating attivities.
On behalf of the Trustees. we would like to thank all of our volunteers, grant providers, sponsors,
and sUPPOrters in making this year another success. Without this valuable contribution of time,
energy and expertise. we would not have been able to achieve so much.
The Trustees and Executive Report was approved by the Board of Trustees.
To know more about the charity. please visit our website sv2g.org.uk.
Chris Roberts LLB
Chairman

SV2G
CHARrrY NUMBER 1143517
AccouKrs
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED
31 July 2021
Matt5ngley
Hampshire
RG27 8U

YEAR P40ED 315r JULY X121
INCOME
30.￿3
71.978
73,819
Sundry Incjxne
85￿1
TJxtniNJ
114
3.442
7235
Telephone
Insurar
1.143
53.747
Unif(Ths
1253
10.162
10.637
1.103
2.871
80,816
21,663
21,ffi3

SY2G. CHARrfY NUIABER 1143517
41415
1240
21189
T(tsl Cash
22.189
21189
Liaknltss (Nole 1)
44,175
21.709
21.
21.663
44.175
21.709
nrfer Philffps
Treasur

SV2G. CHARITY laJllBER 1143517
YEAR ENDED 31sr JULY 2021
NOTES TO THE ACCOUl￿s
Accruals

BM
Boyetl ,¥lo}'es Li,-..ieo
Accountant5. Toxation and
Business Adviser.¢
Independent examiDeVs report to SV2G {Charity number 1143517
This report on the finanaal stsiements of SW2G for the peiiod ended 31" July 2021. whth are set out
on pages 2 to 4, is in respecl of an examinaty.on carried out in accordance with section 145 of the
Chaiibes Acl 2011 lthe"2011 Acr).
Respective Yesponsibilities of the Charity and examiner
As TnJstees of the Charity you are responsible for the preparabon of the financial statements. you
consider that an audit is not required for this year {under section 14412) of the 2011 Act).
It is our reSF￿s1bl1ity'.
to examine the aecounts Ltnder section 145 of the 2011 Act,
to follow the prO￿d￿reS laid down in the General Direth"ons gwen by the Charity Commission
{under section 145{5llb} of the 2011 Act." and
to stsle whether parts'cular matters have come to our attention.
Basis of independent examiner's slatement
Our examination was carried out in acc£*rdance wth the General Directions gNen by the Charity
Commisston. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a
comparison of the accounts presented with those reo)rds. 11 also indudes consideration of any
unusual items or disdosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the trustees conceming
any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the eviden￿ that would be required
in an audit and consequentty no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a.true and fair
Vie￿ and the ￿port is limited lo tkne matters Set out In the statement below.
Independent exarnine￿s statement
In the course of our examinatK>n. no matter has come to our attention"
(11 which gives us reasonable cause lo believe that in, any material respert the requirements:
to keep proper accounting records in accordan￿ wlh section 130 of the 2011 Act,. and
to prepare accounts which accord wilh the accounting records and comply with the
accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met or
{2) to Wh￿h. in our opinion, attents.on should be drawn in order to enable a proper under5tsndin9
of the accounts lo be reached.
Signed on behalf of Boyett Mayes Limited
(oli, ￿24
Name LISA FINCHAM BA, ACM& CTA
Accountant
Tel.. 01256 636 Emall: Info@bm￿0ccounfonts.cO.uk
Website: www.bmkaccounlonts.co.vk
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