Denton Youth & Community Project Limited Trustee's Report and Financial Statements For the Year Ended 30 November 2024 Charity Number 1150041
Denton Youth & Community Project Limited Contents: Page Trustees Report Independent Examiner's Report Balance Sheet Statement of Financial Activities Notes to the Accounts
DENTON YOUTH & COMMUNITY PROJECT LIMITED TRUSTEES REPORT For the year ended 30 November 2024 Denton Youth & Community Project Limtted Hillhead Road West Denton Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 1DN Registered Charity Number: 1150041 Company Number.. 07846726 Trustees: Chris Patton Bill Niblo Chris Foster Carol Loughland - Chairperson Treasurer Structure, Governance and Management The Charity is governed by articles of association agreed and adopted on the 10 September 2012 and is a Company Limited by Guarantee. The Charity was previously registered as Denton Young People Project (charity number 1093104) on 20 December 2000 and changed its name to better reflect the nature of the work of the project. Objectives and activits.es The main objectives of the charity are to promote the benefits of the inhabitants of Denton and the surrounding areas in the City of Newcastle upon Tyne (hereinafter called the 'the community.), without the distinction of sex, sexual orientation, race or political or other opinions, by associating together the said inhabitants, local authority, voluntary sector and other organisations in a common effort to provide facilities and services to advan the social education, well-being and life- experiences of the said inhabitants. The Trustees confimi that they have complied with the duty in section 4 of the Charities Act 2006 to have due regard to the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit when reviewing Denton Youth & Community Project's aims and objectives and in planning the future activities. In particular the Trustees considered how planned activities would contribute to the aims and objectives. The main objectives for the year were to work on further building upon the services already on offer and reducing our waitlists. Our services for young people have seen a huge demand in the past two years. Those services include the Mature Action Group for over 50's, the Lunch Club for older people, our After School Group for ages 4-11 with staff collecting the children from local nurseries and primary schools, three open access play and youth sessions (two junior sessions and a teens session), a range creative and arts-based projects, holiday activity programmes, intergenerational activities and a volunteering programme.
Achievements and perforniance In the past year, we have engaged with 367 individuals, conducted 296 sessions, and generated 3,637 contacts. Thanks to the support of our funders, we have expanded our team and enhanced our capacity. This growth has enabled us to reduce our waiting lists following a signrficant increase in demand for our services and to concentrate on elevating the quality of our faCe-tO-fa sessions. We have also increased training opportunities for young people in areas such as food hygiene, safeguarding, and first aid. while assisting our young people in their job search efforts. This year marked the reformation of our Young Peoples Management group, which has undertaken several impressive projects, including the creation of a sensory area for other young service users. Many of the young individuals in our groups are neurodivergent, and they have reported that this Spa helps them to feel relaxed and secure. Additionally, the group has completed a Young Trustees Training Course with Connected Voice, where they gained insights into the operations of organisations like ours. The training covered topics such as the roles and responsibilities of trustees, decision-making processes. confiict of interest, financial management, negotiation, safeguarding. and the planning and execution of community events. cUently, the group is conducting a Community Consultation with existing service users and the broader community to enhance our seNices and identify challenges faced by local residents. This year, we provided 45 days of holiday activities, with over 600 spaces for young people aged 4 to 18. Our holiday programs included complimentary healthy meals to address the issue of holiday hunger. Financial Review The balance sheet at 30 November 2024 shows a total fund position of £135,604. This was represented by tangible fixed assets of £0 and net Cuent assets of £135,604. The main sources of funding are now, The Ballinger Charitable Trust, The Henry Smith Charity, The Badur Foundation and Awards for All. We have also received support from the Denton Ward Committee, Morrisons Foundation and a range of smaller charitable trusts. All funds have been expended on the delivery of the key objectives of the charity and the agreed aims of the funded body. There are no funds invested. The Organisation aims to hold in reserve sufficient funds to enable an orderly wind down, including the payment of all liabilities. On 30 November 2013, all assets and liabilities of the unincorporated charity were transferred to Denton Youth & Community Project Limited, a company limited by guarantee, company number 07846726 and a charity that has the same charitable objects. Future Plans Our immediate priority as always is to continue to try and attract substantial core funding to secure the long-term future of the organisation and to get back to face-to-face delivery as soon as is practicable to reduce the impact of the lockdown on people's physical and mental well-being by encouraging as much social interaction as possible. Chris Patton {Trustee)
Independent examinerfs report to the Trustees of Denton Youth & Community Project Limited for the year ended 30 November 2024. I report on the financial accounts of Denton Youth & Community Project Limited for the year ended 30 November 2024 Respective responsibilities of trustses and examiner. The Charity's Trustees are responsible for the preparation of accounts. The Charity's Trustees consider that an audit is not required for the period under Section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to: examine the accounts under Section 145 of the Charities Act to follow the procedures laid down in the general directions given by the Charity Commission (under Section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's statement My examination was carried out in accordan with general directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the Trustees concerning any such matters. The prOdureS undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fairf view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. Independent examiner's statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: (1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements: to keep accounting records in accordance with Section 130 of the Charities Act. to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have been met., or {2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Alan Brown DENTON YOUTH & COMMUNITY PROJECT BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30 NOVEMBER 2024 Unrestrictod Restricted 2024 2024 Total 2023 Total 2024 Notes Fixed Assets Tangible Assets Total Fixed Assets Current Assets Cash at Holdinglsaver Account Cash at Bank Cash in Hand Debtors 106,803 28,301 83,527 39,604 500 106,803 28,301 500 500 Total Current Assets 500 135,104 123,631 135,604 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Creditors Net Current Assets 500 135,104 123.631 135,604 NET ASSETS 500 135,104 123.631 135,604 FUNDS General Unr•stricted Funds Restrlcted Funds 500 500 123,131 soo 135,104 135,104 TOTAL FUNDS 500 135,104 123.631 135,604
For the financial year In question, the company was entitled to exemption under sectlon 477 of the Companles Act 2006 relating to small companies. No memb6rs have requlred the company to obtain an audlt of Its accounts for the year in question in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006. The Dlrectors acknowledge thelr responsibility for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and for the preparation of accounts. These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companles subject to the small companies, regime. Approved by the Trustees on: and signed on their behalf by" Name and position". Chris Patton (Chairperson) William Niblo {Treasurer)
DENTON YOUTH & COMMUNITY PROJECT STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2023 Unrestrlctad Restricted Total Total Notes 2024 2023 2024 Income Grants & Donations Sundry Income Other Income Transferred from Savings Account 151,654 106,708 20,764 151,654 8,030 8,030 35,000 10.000 35,000 TOTAL INCOME 8,030 186,654 137.472 194,684 Expenditure Salaries Transport & Travel Training stationery, Postage & Telephone Payroll Service Publications & Subscription Independent Examination & Accountancy 4 Annual Report Expenses Insurance Rent & Rates IT Costs Clubs & Sessions Outings & Activities Building Repair & Upkeep Sundry Transfer to Reserves Account 8,670 84 45,518 47,781 211 227 2,926 529 205 300 13 4.776 7.270 54,188 84 50 3.268 489 252 300 34 5,096 9,654 2,235 11,751 15,368 44,580 3,476 57.082 50 3,268 489 252 300 5,096 9,654 2,235 11,751 15,368 44,580 3,476 57,082 13,246 7.326 7,452 27,500 TOTAL EXPENDITURE 8.754 199,153 119,762 207,907 Total income - totsl oxponditure 1724) 112,499) 17,710 113,223)
DENTON YOUTH & COMMUNITY PROJECT NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 3 Grants and Donations The following grants and donations were received during the year. Unrestricted Restricted 2024 2024 Total 2023 Totsl 2024 Newcastle City Council - Grant Aid Badur Foundation Awards For All Big Lottery Grant Connected Voi LGA Foundation Grant Ballinger Charitable Trust poli & Crime Commissioner Newcastle All Stars Steel Orchestra NE Youth Grants Other Donations Henry Smith Charity Community Foundation Shared Property Fund Str&tgames 2024 Morrison Foundation 8,500 10,000 18,165 18,165 16,008 5,000 1,550 20,000 5,000 1,550 20,000 7,500 20,000 4,600 3,498 3,498 10,000 2,734 42,000 10,000 2,734 42.000 100 40.000 2,756 35,265 5,703 7,739 35,265 5,703 7,739 151,654 109,464 151,654 4 Trustees Expenses 2023 2024 Number of Trustees who were paid expenses None None Fees for examination of accounts Independent Examinerfs Fees 300 300 300 300
DENTON YOUTH & COMMUNITY PROJECT NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 3 Paid Employees Staff Costs 2023 2024 Gross wages, salaries & benefits in kind Employer's national insurance costs Total 41,107 6,674 47,781 49,549 4,639 54,188 Average number of staff during period There are no members of staff with emoluments greater than £60,000 6 Tangible Fixed Assets There are now no tangible fixed assets held. 10
DENTON YOUTH & COMMUNITY PROJECT NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 NOVEMBER 2024 7 Debtors 2023 2024 Grants 8 Creditors and accruals: amounts falling due within one year. 2023 2024 Trade Creditors Accruals 9 Transactions with related parties There were no transactlons to report. 11