REGISTERED COMPAIYY NUMBER: 08341220 (England Ind Wg1¢s)
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1151247
Report of the Trustees v4nd
Finan¢ig1 Ststements for the Year Ended 31 M¥4T¢h 2025
for
WOLVERHAMvfoN YOUTH ZONE
L4ncaster Haskins Limited
Granville House
2 Tettenhall Road
Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WVI 4SB

WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
Contents of the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
Page
Reference And Administrative Details
Report of the Trustees
ststement of Trustees, Responsibilities
Report of the Ind¢pendent Auditors
12
Statement of Financial Activities
15
Bvdlance Sheet
16
Clsh Flow Statement
17
Notos to the Cash Flow Statement
18
Notes to the Financial Statements
19
Detsiled Statement of Financial Activities
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
Referenee and Administrative D¢tsils
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
TRUSTEES
Mrs P K Brigue (resigned 6.8.25}
Mrs A Benjamin (resigned 31.3.25)
Mrs K C Griffiths (resigned 31.8,24)
Mrs L J Bashford
l Budd (resigned 8.11.24)
Tmun
Miss C L K Swift (resi￿ed 6.11.24)
AKR&ju
Ms S A Butcher (resigned 2.11.24)
Mrs A K Summan.Ram
E Vitalis - Chair (appointed 17.7.24)
O V Adekoya (appointed 29.1.25)
C Hawkins Pinchers (appointed 21.5.25)
P Humpage (appointed 21.5.25)
L A Rook (appointed 25.9.24}
C S B Bissitt (appoinl¢d 6.8.25)
COMPANY SECRETARY
MTS A K Summan-Ram
REGISTERED OFFICE
The Way
School st￿¢t
Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WV3 ONR
REGISTERED COMPANY
NUMBER
08341220 (England and Wales)
REGISTERED CHARrrY
NUMBER
1151247
INDEPENDENf AUDITORS
Lancaster Haskins Limited
Granville House
2 Tettenhall Road
Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WVI 4SB
BANKERS
Handelsbanken
Trinity Court
Ground
2 Broadlands
Wolverhampton
WVIO 6UH
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WOLVERHAMYTON YOUTH ZONE
Report of the Trustees
for the YeAr Ended 31 March 2025
The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with
the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025. The ttUStees have adopted th¢ provisions of
Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommcnded 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 l January 2019).
Megsage from our Chair
It is with great pride and a deep sense of responsibility that I present my first Chair'5 report for The Way Youth Zone. It
h&8 been an exceptional year of energy, renewal, and strategic refocus - not just for us locally in Wolverhamptoo but as
part of the wider Onside N¢twork. which continues to champton high-quality. youth-led provision across the UK.
A New Cha tcr at The Wa
2024-25 marked a period of ren¢wdl at The Way. with the appointment of our new Chief Executive, Paul Snape, who
brings both grassroots and executive-level leadership experienG¢. Paul's arrival signalled a reinvigoration of our strategic
direction. culminating in the launch of our new four-year plan, co-produced with young people, staff and trustees. This
plan focuses on enhancing youth provision. developing a sustsinable funding model, investing tn our people, and
Strengthening infrastructure. These pillars are not abstract aspiralions - they are already in motion.
Under Paul's leadership, and through the extraordinary work of our staff and volunteers, The Way has grown its
membership and increased regular attendance. We now support over 800 young people per week, offering more than 20
activities per session. Our newly refurbished sensory room, strengthened employabllity programmes, and refreshed arts
and wellbeing initiatives reflect the evolving need5 Of the young people we serv¢.
Youn
Peo le First Alwa s
Everything we do continues to be shaped by our unwavering commitment to youth voice and youth leadership. Our
members ar¢ not just participants - they are co<reators, advisors, ambassadors, and changemakers. This year, young
people helped lead initiatives around mental health, diversity and inclusion, and even played a key role in designing new
spaces within the Youth Zone. Their feedback, often shared via digital channels, social plarforms, and through structured
youth voice forums. is driving real change.
We have also increased our reach in communities where need is greatest, with focused outreach work ensuring that The
Way is inclusive, accessible. and representative of Wolverhampton's rich diversity. We are particularly proud of our
targeted programmes for young people with additional needs. and the ￿0wIng engagement from girls and young women,
supported by a safe and ernpoweiing environment.
Our Network and Our Movement
The Way's strength lies not only in its building, team, or programmes - but in its belonging to something bigger: the
Onside Netsvork. Onside continues to be a beacon of innovation in youth worK with over 50.000 members now acros5
more than 16 Youth Zones nationally. The power of being part of this movement is evident in how best practice is
shared. peer support is enabled, and standards are raised collectively.
This year we benefitted from several Network_led initiatives including leadership development frir youth workers. digitsl
infrastructure upw7des. and Shared impact reporting frameworks. Across Linkedln, Instagram, and Onside's own
platfonn, The Ways achievements bave been regularly showcased as an example of local excellence powered by
national collaboratton.
Partnershi
sandlm
We are hugely grateful to our funders, sponsors, and individual donors - both longstanding and new. Your belief in our
mission and trust in our leadership h&8 enabled us to sustain and gmw our offer at a time when the cost-of-living Grisis
continues to affect the lives of many families in Wolverhampton.
Partnerships with the City Council. schools, local businesses, and health organisations have strengthened this year. These
alliances have allowed us to jointly tackle issues such as food insecurity. youth unemployment, and isolation. Our
commitment to serving as a trusted hub for young people and families continues to grow stronger each day.
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Report of the Trustees
for the Yev4r Ended 31 March 2025
Lookin Forward
As Chair, I have the privilege of working alongside a highly engaged and experienced Board of Trustees. This year, we
have committed to reviewing our owi governance, increasing our visibility, and strengthening how we listen to and
refle¢t community voice ill our strategic decisions.
The Way has never been more relevant. In uncertain times, we are a place of stability, creativity, and hope. Together
with our team, our supporters. our partners. and most importantly, our young people - we aff building a legacy that will
outlive us.
To all who have 5UPPOrted us this year - thank you. Your investment is not only in a building or a programme, but in
futures that deserve to be brigllt.
Edward Vitalis
Chair of the Board of Trustees
The Way Youth Zone, Wolverhampton
OBJECTIVES AND AcfiviTIES
Who we are
Wolverhatllpton Youth Zone. named by young people as 'The Way. is a purpose-built facility for the city's young people
aged 8 - 19. and up to 25 for those with additional needslglobal delay. The Youth Zone provide5 a safe environment,
where young people &qn spend their leisure time, helping each young person to raise their aspirations, ￿ well as improve
their physical and mentsl health.
The Youth Zone provides help, support, and education for young people of all abilities, predominantly resident in the
Wolverhampton area, through the provision of sports, arts and re¢reation activities, mentoring and employability
support. Up to 20 different activities take place each nighL such as football, boxing. dancing, climbin& creative arts,
music, drama, and employability training- all for just £5 annual membership and 50p per vislt.
Our operating model uses a unique parlnership approach; drawing together the Local Authority. private sector
businesses* young people and the wkder local community. This partnership approach establishes the Youth Zone at the
heart of the community for the long teTm, whilst meeting the needs of young people today.
Our Vision
To be the go-to place for young people in Wolverhampton.
Our Mission
- To invest in young people, aged 8-19. through safe. state of the art facilities. dedicated staff and quality. fun activities.
We will engage with young people on a voluntary basis, SLWPOrting them to thrive, make positive decisions, creating
growth and resilienG¢ for the future. Always putting young people first.
Our Values
TOGETHER We are committed to building tK)sitive, inclusive relationships with all. Individuals are Tespected and
celebrated within The Way community.
HONEST We are open and sincere. We act with inte￿Ity and transparency and are accountable for our words and
actiOT]S.
- ENERGETIC We approach all we do with a'can-do, attitude. We are positive. dynamic. and tlexible and always give
our best foT Wolverhampton's yOLmg people.
- WELCOMING We create a safe. positive. and supportive atmosphere for all. We care for people and are passionate in
all we do.
- ASPIRATIONAL We are constantly evolving and always seek to improv¢. We ww, progress, and develop a5 an
organisation and as individuals. W¢ l¢ad by cxample. and inspire others.
- YOUTH-LED We are needs-led and young person focused throughout our wo￿.
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Report of th¢ Trustees
for the YeY4r Ended 31 March 2025
STIL4TEGIC REPORT
Achievements and perfoTmance
Our aetiviti¢8
The charity delivers its objectives through a purpose-built Youth Zone building. branded 'The Way. which was built in
the heart of the city in one of the most deprived areas of the West Midlands. Lt provides somewhere for young people to
go and give them something to do and someone to talk to in a safe environment, providing a huge range of positive
activities for a minimal charge per visit.
We are nomially open 6￿ayS a week as a safe space for young people. The experienced and skilled staff and volunteers
at The Way eng￿e with young people aged between 8 and 19, or up to 25 for young people with a global delay, by
providing first-class sports. dance. music. medi4 art5 and recreation activities. which empower them to build grealer
self-confidence and self-esteem, develop positive relationships, raise and achieve their aspiralions. develop
self-dis¢iplin¢, resilience and trust and live happier. healthier lives as per the objectives of the charity.
A¢tivities offered include:
- a multi-use outdoor all-weather 5POrts pitsh tt) host five-a-side football matches.
a Multi-￿Se four-COLLrt sports hall.
- a perfomiing arts studio for dance and theatre including. street. hip hop and contemporary dance, choreogTaphy* drama
and dance leadership.
a ￿llY equipped fitness suite,
a music studio offering rewrding. produ¢ing, mixin& singing, DJ Facilities and musical instrument coaching.
an enterprise media suite and programme through which young people Can get support looking for jobs and wvrk
experience placements &$ well as help writing their Cvs or enhancing Inte￿ieW skills.
- a climbing wall.
a training kitchen, giving young people essential life skills.
- a boxlng and MMA studio.
- a'Health and Wellbeing Room,. offering a space ft)r young girls and women and support with more challenging issues
such as relationships and keeping safe.
- a cafe designed by the young people and offering home cooked food at discount prices.
- an extended arts room offering pottery, drawing, writing, f￿hlon, textiles, and photography. and
- a newly refurbished sensory room-designed by our young people.
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Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
STRATEGIC REPORT
Achievements and performanee
Building on Our Heritage
In the heart of Wolverhampton, a beacon of inspiration and opportunity arose in 2012, thanks io the visionary
collaboration between the Wolverhampton City Council, local businesses, and Onside. The Way Youth Zone. a dream
hampioned by philanthropists likc Stevc Morgan CBE. The Queen's Tn￿( and St Jamcs's Place Charitable Foundaiion,
transfotined into a vibrant reality. offering a sanctuary where the youth Could soar.
Since opening our doors in January 2016, we have been a second home to young people aged 8-19, offering an array of
over 20 activities nightly. Our purpose-built haven is more than just a building- it's a dynamic space where young minds
from all walks of life converge to explore, create, and dream. Here, friendships blossom, skills are honed. and potential
is unleashed in an at￿osphere brimming with energy and fun.
At the core of The Way Youth Zone is our dedicated team of youth workers. the unsung heroes who provide unwavering
support and guidance every day. They ar¢ the mentor& the Gonfidants. and the cheerleaders who ensure that every young
person feels heard, valued, and empow¢red. Through meaningful conversations, collaborative projects, play￿1 games.
and specializ¢d support, we offer transfomative experiences that ignite the spirit and foster resilience in our
community's youth.
This year mark5 the ninth full operational year for The Way. Our programme5 and partnerships have continually ¢volved
to address the shifting needs of the young people and the cornmunity we 5erYe. Today's youth face real-tim¢ ¢hallenges
in mentsl health, resilience, and cost of living.
We are profoundly grateful to our past and present supporters for turning the Youth Zone vision into reality. W¢ have a
responsibility towards our children and young people to ensure they continue to reap the benefits of our Safe,
state-of-the-art facilities. committed staff, and high￿uallty, enjoyable activities that foster growth and resilience.
Our Impact During the Year
The 202412025 period Ma￿ed the first year of our four-year strategic plan, themed REBUILD. This foundational year
focused on strengthening our core offer, rebuTlding trust and relationships, and laying the groundwork for long-term
growth and sustainability.
We measured our progress against a comprehensiv¢ set of KPIS and OKRS a¢ross the organisation. Our achievements
are wuped below under e￿h strategic theme:
Youth Provision & Stakeholders
- Increased opening hours to 27 per weeK across 6 days, and 4 types of sessions.
- Delivered 424 sessions across Juniors (8-12), Seniors (13-19). SEND Squad and Family Sessions.
- Our average "green" membership per rnonth was 2,485. and of those mernbers:
> Weekly attendance averaged 800 young people, with strong engagement across all age groups.
> 500/0 of members remained active. reflecting high levels of satisfaction and retention.
Delivered an average of 20+ activities per session, spanning sports, arts, employability, and wellbeing.
- Provided more than 800 healthy meals weekly, ensuring access to affordable andlor free nutrition.
Expandcd our SEND and inclusion offer. with a 20% increase in participation from young people with additional
needs.
- Delivered monthly impact reporting, capturing both qualitative and quantitative outcomes.
- Ran successfvl Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programmes. reaching hundreds of children during school breaks.
Intemal & Infrastructure
- Implemenfrd new HR systems and began str¢amlining operational processes.
- Strengthened intemal communications and daily briefjngs aGross teams.
Improved building utilisation and income generation through new long terni licence agreements, and an attractive
room hiTe proposition.
- Integrated Fareshare and Neighbourly platfonns to reduce catrTing wsts and improve sustainability.
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Report of the Trustees
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STRATEGIC REPORT
Achievements ind performanee
Fundrdisin & Communications
- Hosted the Bright Beginnings Bash. a flagship event celebrating our journey and re-engaging patrons, supporters, and
partners-old and new.
- Reconnected with lapsed supporters and welcomed new donors into The Way community.
- Relaunched our patron network offer, with increased engagement and stewardship.
- Strengthened our communications strategy. including storytelling. irnpact rqK)rtin& and social media eT]gagement.
Learnin
&Peo
le Develo ment
- Delivered blended learning opportunities through the Flick Platfo￿ and the Onside Talent A￿eMY.
- Began an organisational restrncture and clarified both staff and leadership mles and responsÉbilities.
- Began a stsff engagement programme. beginning with an all-staff survey. to develop into a You Said. We Did feature.
- Embedded a culture of continuous improvement and feedback across teams.
Finances & Bud et Mana ement
- mi￿&t¢d to Xero accounting software, improving fmancial reporting and transparency.
- Strengthened budget planning and refor¢¢asting pro¢ess¢s.
- Improved restricted funding management and introduced clearer project budgeting frameworks.
- Identified cost-saving opporNnities and improved procurernent practices.
The Way is more than a building-it's a place where young people feel safe, seen, and supported. A place where
aspirations are raised, and futures are shaped. The ripple effects of our work are visible in improved wellbeing. reduced
anti-social behaviour, artd stronger cornmunity cohesion.
Social Value
As part of the Onside Youth Zone network, The Way eontributes to the significant social value generated ac￿)SS ihe
country. According to Onside's independent evaluation, every £1 invested in a Youth Zone delivers over £13 in social
value. This includes improved mental and physical health. reduced crime and anti-social behaviour, enhanced
educational outcomes, and increased employability.
At The Way. we see this impact every day-from young people gaining confidence and leadership skills, to families
accessing vital support, to communities becoming safer and more wnnected. Our work doe5n% just change lives-it
strengthen5 the fabric of Wolverhampton. By providing a safe. inclusive, and inspiring environment, we are helping to
build a Ilealthier. more r¢sili¢nt ¢ity-one young person at a time.
By investing in The Way. and our young people, we are investing in Wolverhampton's future. Together, we are paving
The Way to Brighter Futures.
Financial review
Finaneial position
A sununary of th¢ income and expenditure is as folloms:
2025
2024
Total in¢ome
Total expenditure (excluding depreciation charges)
1,264,964
(1.386.361)
1.214,896
(1,273,308)
Net in¢omel(expendi¢ure) b¢for¢ depre¢iation charges
Depreciation charges
(119,397)
(115,868)
(58.412)
(122,140)
Net in¢omel(expenditur¢) for the year
{237,265)
(180,552)
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Report ofthe Trustees
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STRATEGIC REPORT
Financial review
Reserves policy
The trustees ofwolverhampton Youth Zone (The Way) are focusing on building back to a reserve equivalent to a rolling
three months of operdling c05ts, although current Te5erves are below this target. This policy ensures ihe charitys
financial stability and ability to continue its vital work in th¢ event of unfore5¢en circumstances. While priorit15ing this
reserve level. trustees will also strategically invest ￿ndS in young people, recognising that this investment is needed now
more than ever. Over time, the goal is to build on these reserves, providing even water security and flexibility for the
¢haritys future endeavours.
Going concern
The Trustees have reviewed the ability of the Charity to continue to operate as a going conceTn, considering the impa
of infiation and other external environmental pressures in this review. After care￿1 analysis of the Chariws inwTn
expenditure and unrestricted reSe￿e5, the Trustees are confident in the Charity's ability to Continue as a going concem.
Through the Senior Te￿ the Trnstees continue to maintain light control of the fixed cost base and a clear line of sight
of the financial health of the Charity. After making enquiries, the Trust¢¢s have a reasonable expectation that the charity
has adequate resources to continue in operdtional existence for the foreseeable future.
Thus, they continue to adopt the going concern basis of a¢¢ounting in preparÈng the annual financial statements. Further
detsils regarding the adoption of the going concern basis can be found in note 21 of the financial statements.
Directors and trustees
The trustees who served during the year and thereafter are listed on page l.
Risk management
The Trustees operate a considered and thorough appn)ach to identifying and managing the major risks to which the
Charity is exposed. The risk register, which has been under regular review this year, is presented and revAew¢d annually
(as a minimum) by the Trustee board. the Senior Leadership Team review the register quarterly and where a significant
change in risk level or type has been identified, will escalafr this to the Trustee board more frequently. The Risk
Register will be kept under revicw to ensure it remains suitable.
The Trustees have considered the principal risks and consider these to be-
recruitment. retention & wellbeing of staff teams; and
failure to secure budgeted income from private and public fimders and fundraising activities.
Tn relation t() recruitment. retention and wellbeing of staff teams, people planning is a regular activity and progress is
considered against the aims of the organisation. We want to attract and retain people with talent, commitmenL and a
passion to make a difference to the lives of young people. We can support thi5 through investing in our team: w¢ want
staff who are developed to meet their full potential. We can do this through good Communications, internal trdilliT]&
employee support, performance and appraisal processe5.
In relation Éo securing funding, a significant level of support already been given and continu¢s to be generated from
several local and national benefactors for which we are grateful. Alongside funding from Wolverhampton City Council
and fees provided by users of the facilities, this is expected to ¢over operational revenue costs. We are working to
broaden our income base through a renewed wmmunications and fundraising strategyj together with targeted funding
bids aligned to our delivery programme.
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Report of the Trustees
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
STRATECIC REPORT
Planning for the future
As we enter the second year of our strategic plan-REFOCUS-we shift from rebuilding to tharpening our offer, aligning
re50UTces. <md deepening our impact. This year is about clarity, quality, and connection.
Youth Provision & Stakeholders
We will wntinue to grow and enhance our dynamic. youth-led provision by:
Expanding our universal offer to 34 hours per weeK including piloting chill n chat hour before each main session
targeting the home school community and those who might prefer a quieter space.
- Embedding digital inclusion, employability. and mental health support into core programmlng.
- Strengthening our inclusion strategy to ensure all young people feel welcome and supported.
- Developing and sGaling our outreach and partnership work with schools, Family Hubs, and community groups.
Internal & Infrastructure
We WAII refine our infrastructure to support growth and resilience by.
- Embedding our Quality Management System and streamlining operntional processes.
- Further enhancing HR systerns and staff wellbeing initiatives.
- Increasing income from building hire and catering through improved commercial strategies.
- Delivering a proa¢tive capital maintenanc¢ programme to future-pr(bof our facilities.
Fundraisin & Communications
We will build a sustainable funding model and amplify our brand by..
- Growlng our patron network and diversifying income str¢ams.
- Launching a l O-year leg￿Y campaign to re-engage founder patrons.
- Strengthening donor stewardship and impact communications.
Leveraging digital platforn]s to tell our story and engage new supporters.
Learnin
&Peo
le Develo
ment
We will continue to be a great place to work by:
- Finalising our organisational restructure and leadership development framework.
- Delivering a ¢ompr¢h¢nsive training matrix for all roles.
- Embedding the Onside Excellence Frdmework and continuous improvement culture.
- Lnhanctng governance through trustee development and board engagement.
Finance & Bud et Mana
ement
We will further strengthen our financial systems and plamling to ensure long-terni sustainability by:
- Embedding the use of Xero for real-time financial reporting and irnproved transparency.
Introducing a five-year financial plan aligned with strategic priorities and growth ambitions.
- Enhancing budget forecasting and reforecasting processes to support agile decisioD-making.
Standardising project budgeting and full cost recovery frameworks across departments.
- tklivering training for budget holder5 to increase financial accountability and confidenGe.
STRu￿uRE, GOVERiYALYCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
Wolverhampton Youth Zone is a company limited by guarantee without share ¢apital and registered under the
Companies Act. The company is governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association and rnanagement of the
company's affairs is vested in the T￿￿te¢s.
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STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Recrnitment alld appointment of trustrts
New Trustees are to be reLruited according to ihe skills and capacity needs of the charity and the suilabillty of p)ssible
candidate5. Following the opening of the facility the composition of the Board has changed to reflect people who are
active in the local community. As such. Trustees have been appointed in relation to their integrity and probity and
proven record in their chosen professional career. It 15 expected Ihat the policy attaching to appointments will continue
in that vein. The backgrouTtd of each appointee is such that formal training is not required. Newly appointed Trust¢e5 are
provided with a comprehensive induction to Th¢ Way. through in-house meetings with the existing Trustee5 and the
Chief Executive OITicer. The rules of Trnstee appointment are set out in the company's Memorandum and Articles of
AssociatiOT4 which may be inspected at the registered otTice.
Organisgtional structure
Wolverhampton Youth Zone is governed by its Board of Trustees. which is ￿spOnsIble for setting the strategic direction
of the organisation and the policy of the charity. The Trustees carry the ultimate responsibility for the conduct of the
Wolverhampton Youth Zone and for ¢nsuring ihat th¢ Charity satisfi¢s its l¢gal and wntracwal obligations. The Trustees
meet on a bi-monthly basis.
Day-to-day management is delegated to the Chief Executive oifi¢er. Paul Snape. The Board of Trnstees considers that
working with the Board. who are the directors, the Chief Executive Officer is key to the leadership of the ¢harity. Paul is
supported by an experienced, skilled, and eff￿tIVe management team.
The pay of the Chief Executive Officer is reviewed amiually by the Board of Trustees via NARCO (Nominations and
Remuneration Committee).
Volunteers
In addition to employing fvll and part-time stsff, The Way's operating mi)del is also reliant on the support of regular
volunteers who attend specific sessions to engage with young people across all our activities. We a￿ incredibly thankful
and appr¢Giative to all our volunteers. and they are a vital part of our charitable work.
Wider network
W¢ are part of the Onside Network. a growing group of youth centres we call Youth Zones across the UK developed by
the charity Onside Youth Zones (charity number 1125893) with the same mission, lo provide young people with the
OPkK)rtunity to shille and fvlfil their potential.
Between us we support tens of thousands of young people nationwide. As the OnSid¢ Network grows together, it works
together. We support each other by sharing ideas. learning frorn each other about what works for young people and by
charnpioning the power of youth work locally. regionally and nationally.
Over 50,000 young people memb¢rs of OnSid¢'s growing Network, currently in areas including: Barking and
Dagenham. Barnet, Bolton. Blackbum, Carlisle, ChoTley. CroydoD. Hammersmith and Fulham, Manchester. Oldham,
Salford Warrington, Wigan and Wirral. We are proud to be part of a Network that has been putting young people and
thelr needs first for over a decade. IV5 inspiring. IVS empowering. And it works.
Fund-rlising standards information
The Trnstees wish to record their thank5 to all those Trusts, individuals and companies who have made donations to
support the WO￿ of the Charity. Wolverhampton Youth Zone raises funds by approaching businesses and philanthropic
individuals who have an interest in supportiT]g young peopl¢. We a150 apply for grants and to Trusts that have the same
interest.
The charity is not currently a member of any voluntary srheme for r¢gulating fund-raising. During the period, the charity
re¢eived no complaints regarding its ￿nd-raising activities. The charity does not street or dooT-to-door tund-raise so
does not come into Contact with vulnerable or other people who may feel intruded upon, be unreasonably approache(L or
have pressure placed upon them.
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AUDITORS
The auditors. Latlcaster H&8kins Limiled, will be proposed for re-appointment at the forthcorning Annual General
Meeting.
Report of the tn￿te¢s, incorporating a strategic repor¢ approved by order of the board of trustees. as the company
directors. on 24 September 2025 and signed on the board's behalf by:
E Vitalis - Trustee
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WOLVERHAMwfoLY YOUTH ZONE
Ststement ofTrustee5' Responsibilities
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
The trustees (who are also the directors of Wolverhampton Youth Zone for the purposes of company law) are
responsible for preparing the Report of the Trustees and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and
United Kingdom Accounting Standards (Uniled Klngdom Generally Accepted AGGounting Practice) including Financial
Reporting Standard 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland"
Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view
of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of th¢ incoming resources and application of resource5, including
the income and expendityre, of the charitable company for that period. In pr¢paring those financial slatements, the
trustees are required to
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.
observe the methods and principles in the Charity SORP.
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent,
state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departhres disclosed and
explalned in the financial statements,
prepare the financial ststements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charitable
company will continue in business.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time
the fAnancial position of the charitable company and to enable thern to ensuTe that the financial statements Comply with
the Covnpanies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and henc¢ for
tsking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
In so far as the trustses are awar¢:
there is no relevant audit inforniation of which the charitable company's auditors are unaware. and
the trustees have taken all steps that they ought to have taken to make themselves aware of any relevant audit
inforniation and to establish that Éhe auditors are aware of that inforn]a¢ion.
The financial ststements comply with current statutory requirements, the company's Memorandum and Articles of
Association and the Charities SORF.
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Report of the Independent Audilors to the Members of
Wolverhampton Youth Zone
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of Wolverhampton Youth Zone (the 'charitable company,) for the year ended
31 March 2025 which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities, the Balance Sheet, the Cash Flow Ststement and
notes to the financial statements. including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporting
framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards
(United Kingdom GcnErally Accepted Accounting Practice), includitkg Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial
Reporting Stsndard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland,.
In our opinion the financial statements..
give a true and fair view of the state of the charitable company's affairs a8 at 31 March 2025 and of its incoming
resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for the year then ended:
have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, including
Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reporting Standard appli¢abl¢ in the UK and Republlc of Ireland,.
and
have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.
Bydsis for opinion
We conduthed our audit in accordance with Intemalionai Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAS (UK)) and applicable law.
Our responsibilities under those standards are ￿rther described ill the Auditors, responsibilities for the audit of the
financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the Charitable Company 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 eoncern
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the trust¢¢S' Use of the going conrern basis of accounting in
the preparatiort of the financial statements is appropriate.
Based on the work we have perfonned, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to cvents or Conditions
thaL individually or collectffively, may cast significant doubt on the charitable company's ability to contlDue as a going
oncern 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 concem are described in ihe relevant
sections of this report.
Other information
The trustees are responsible for the other inforn￿tion. The other infomation comprises the inftimation included in the
Annual Report. other than the financial statements and our Report of the Independent Auditors thereon.
Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other inforniation and. except to the extent othen¥ise
explicitly gtated in our report, we do not express any forn) of assurance conclusion thereon.
In connection with our audit of the fmancial statements, our responsibility is to read the other inforn)ation and, in doing
so, wnsider whether the other infomation is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or OUT knowled¥e
obtsined in the audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or
apparent material misstatements, we are required to deterniine whether this gives rise to a material mi55tatement iT] the
financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have perfornied, we conclude that there is a material
misstatement of this other information. we are requird to r¢port that fact. W¢ have nothing to report in this regard.
Opinions on other matters pr￿CTibed by the Companies Aet 2006
In our opinioll, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audlt:
th¢ inforniation given in the Report of the Trustees for the financial year for which the financial stat¢ment5 are
prepared is consistent with the financial stat¢m¢nts' and
the Report of the Trustees has been prepared in accordance with appllcable legal requirements.
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Report of the Independent Audltors to the Members of
Wolverhampton Youth Zfjne
Matters on which we are required to report by exception
In the light of the knowledge and understanding of ihe ¢haritsble company and its environment obtained in the course of
the audit. we have not identified material misstatements in the Report of the Trustees.
We have nothing to report in respect of tILe following matters where the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you
if, in our opinton-
adequate accounting records have not been kept or returns adequate for our audit have not been received frorn
branches not V151ted by us. or
the financial statements aTe not in agreement with the accounting records and returns: or
certain disclosures of trustees, remuneration spe¢ified by law are not made. or
we have not received all the inforniation and explanations we require for our audit.
Responsibilities of trustees
As explained more fully in the Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities, the trustees (who are also the directors of the
charitable company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for the preparatlOD of the financial statements and
for being satisfled that they give a true and fair view. and for such internal control as the trustees detemiine is necessary
to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from materiaE misstatemenL whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial ststements, the trustees are responsible foi 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 ttwtees either intend to liquidate the charitable company or to cease operations, or have
no realistic alternative but lo do so.
Our responsibilities for the audit of the f￿Ancial statements
Our objectives are to obthin reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole ar¢ free frorn
material mtsststemenL whether due to fraud or error, and to issue a Report of the Independent Auditors that includes our
opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guardntee that an audit Conducted in accordance
with ISAS (UK} will always detert a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements ¢an arise from fraud or e￿or
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.
The extent to which our procedures are capable of deteGting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below.,
We have obtained an understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks that are applicable to the ¢harity. The
key laws and regulations we considered are ongoing compliance with the Companies Act 2006, the Charities Act
2011, employment law, health and safety, pension legislation and working with children regulations.
We gained an understanding of how the charity is complying with those frameworks through discussion with
management and the Trnstees and review of the charity's documented policies and procedures.
We assessed the susceptibility of the Charity's financial statements lo material mis51atement in¢ludAng fraud by
¢onsideTing the key risks impacting the financial statements. The key risks considered applicable to charities
were identified as fraud risks with respect to management override. timing of recognition of income.
manipulation of results to budget and going concern. We noted no issues in relation to these key risks. We
sample tested journal entries to supporting documentation and the recognitiOT] of project income. We obtained
and evaluated the Trustees, going concern assessment and assessed the key assumptions and forecasts driving the
Trustees, assessmenL including their assessment of liquidity and the operational resilience of the charity.
Based on our understanding we designed our at￿lt procedures to identify non-compliance with such laws and
regulations.
We have reviewed that the charity's control environment is adequate for the size of the charity.
We communicated identified laws and regulations throughout our team and remain alert to any indication of
non-compliance throughout the audit.
A further des¢ripÉion of our responsibilitie5 for the audit of the financial statements is located on the FinanGial Reporting
Council's website at INww.fr¢.org.uklauditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our Report of the
Independent Auditors.
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Report of the Independent Auditors to the Members of
Wolverhampton Youth I￿ne
Use of our report
This report is made solely to the charitable companys rnembers. 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 statr to the charitable company's
members those matters w¢ are required to state to them in an auditors, report and for no other PUTpose. To the fullest
extent permitted by law. we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charitable company and the
haritable company's members as a body, for our audit worK for this reporL or for th¢ opinions we have fonned.
Christopher Birchell FCA (Senior Statutory Auditor)
for and on behalf of Lancaster H&8kins Limited
Granville House
2 Tettenhall Road
Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WVI 4SB
Date: ....IS iO.?..I.I.oi&............
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
Statement of Financial Aetivities
for the Year Ended 31 M8r¢h 2025
31.3.25
Total
funds
31.3.24
Total
funds
Unr¢strict¢d
fijnds
Restricted
fund
Notes
tNCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and IcgaGies
724,057
366,016
1,090,073
1,068,401
ChaTltable activities
Membership fees
Session fees
Catering income
Room hire
12.729
17,620
46.153
84,632
12.729
17,620
46.153
84,632
9,788
6,729
40.205
76,428
Other trading a¢tivities
Other income
8,702
5.055
8.702
5,055
6.156
7,189
Total
898.948
366,016
1.264.964
1,214,896
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
132,302
132,302
75,122
Charitable activities
All charitable activities
993.349
376,578
1.369.927
1.320.326
Total
1.125.651
376,578
1.502.229
1.395.448
NET INCOMEI(EXPENDrruRE)
(226,703)
(10,562)
(237,265)
(180.552)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
4,541,161
82,673
4,623,834
4,804,386
TOTAL FUIYDS CARIUED FORWARD
4,314,458
72.111
4.386,569
4,623,834
CONTINUING OPERATIOIYS
The above results are derived frorn continuing operations.
All gains and losses recognised in the period are included above.
The notes fom] part of these financial statements
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
Balance Sheet
31 March 2025
31.3.25
Total
funds
31.3.24
Total
fijnds
Unrestricted
fiLnds
Restricted
fund
Notes
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
12
4,174,876
8,877
4,183,753
4,279.961
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
13
125.766
103.670
37.725
59.019
163.491
162,689
103,976
396,991
229.436
96.744
326,180
500,967
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year
14
{89,854)
(33,510)
(123,364)
(157,094)
NET CURREIYT ASSETS
139,582
63,234
202,816
343,873
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
4.314.458
72.111
4,386.569
4,623,834
NET ASSETS
4,314.458
72.111
4,386.569
4.623,834
FUNDS
Unrestricted fiinds
Restricted funds
15
4.314,458
72,111
4.541.161
82,673
TOTAL FUNDS
4,386,569
4,623,834
The financial stat¢m¢nts werc approv¢d by th¢ Board of Trust¢¢s and authoris¢d for issue on 24 September 2025 and
We￿ signed on its behalf by..
E Vitalis - Trustee
A K Summan-Ram- Trustee
The notss forn] part of these financial statsments
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WOLVERHAMvfoN YOUTH ZDNE
Cash Flow Statement
for the Year Ended 31 Mareh 2025
31.3.25
31.3.24
Notes
Cash Ilows from operating activities
Cash generated from operations
(214,643)
{20,954)
Net cash used in operating aclivities
(214,643)
(20,954)
Cash tlows from investing aclivities
Purchase of tsngible fixed assets
(19.659)
(14,952)
Net cash used in investing aclivities
(19.659}
(14.952)
Change in eash and cash equivalents In
the reporting period
Cash and cash equivalents At the
beginning ofthe reporting period
(234,302)
(35.906)
396,991
432,897
Cash And cash equivalents the end of
the reporting period
162,689
396,991
The notes forni part of these financial statement5
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
Notes to the Cash Flow Statement
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
RECONCILIATION OF NET EXPENDITURE TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING
ACTtvtTIES
31.3.25
31.3.24
Net expenditure for the reporting period (as per the Slatement of
Financial Activities)
Adjustments for:
Depreciation charges
Increase in debtors
(Decreasevincrease in Gredit015
(237.2651
(180.552)
115.867
(59,515)
(33,7301
122.140
{49.633)
87,091
Net cash used in operations
(214.643)
{20,954)
ANALYSIS OF CHANGES IN NET FUNDS
At 1.4.24
Cash flow
At 31.3.25
Net cash
Cash at bank and tn hand
396,991
(234,302)
162.689
396,991
(234,302)
162,689
Total
396,991
(234,302)
162,689
The notes forni part of these financial statements
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
1¥4otes to the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Bgsis of preparing the financial stAtemenÉs
The financial staternents of the charitable company, whi¢h is a publi¢ benefit entity under FRS 102, have been
prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement
of Recommended Pwtice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial
Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective l January 2019),,
Flnancial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of
I￿land, and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost
C4)nvention.
Company and charitable status
Wolverhampton Youth Zone, a public benefit entity, is incorporated in England and Wales as a company limited
by guarantee not having share capital. There are currently twelve trustees who are also members of the company.
Each mernber has undertaken to Contrtbute to the assets in the event of winding up a sum not exceeding £10. The
charity is a registered charity. The registered offic¢ is given on page l.
Income
All income is re¢ognised in the statement of financial activities when the charity has entitlement to the ￿nds, any
perforniance conditions attached to the ilem(s) of income have been met, it is probable that the income will be
re¢eived and the amount can be measured reliably..
Income from donations and legacles
Voluntary income is received by the way of donations and gifts and is included in full in the Slatement of
Financial Aclivities when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any perforniance conditions attached to the
item(s) of income have been mel, it'5 pmbable that the in¢orne will be received and the amount can be measured
reliably.
Donated services and facilities which comprise donated services are included in in¢ome at a valuation which 15
an estimate of the fitwlcial cost borne by the donor where such a cost is quantifiable and measurable.
Expenditure and alloeAtion of eosts
Expenditure is r¢¢ognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make a payment to a third party, it is
probable that settlement will be required and the arnount of the obligation can measured reliably. Expenditure is
lassified under the following heading5:
The charities operating costs include stsff Costs and other related costs. Such costs are allocated between cost of
raising fiinds and Charitable expenditure. Staff costs are allocated according to the wsts of staff working directly
in the relevant activity and property costs are allocated according to the space used by each activity.
Costs of raising ￿ndS
The costs associated wilh fundraising a¢tAvities and expenditure incurred during fundraising events.
Charitable expenditure
Costs of activities in the furtherance of the charity's objects include all expenditure directly r¢lated to the objects
of the charity.
Support costs
Support costs are those functioDS that assist the work of the charity but do not directly undertake direct charitable
activities. Support costs include back office costs, such as administration costs which support The Way's
programmes and activities.
Governance costs include those inCu￿ed in the governance of the charity and its assets and are primarily
assoGiated with ¢onstitutional and statutory requirements.
Where costs are not directly attributable to any activity, they have been apportioned using an appropriate basis.
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WOLVERHAMFfoN YOUTH ZONE
Notes to the Financial Statements- contlnued
forlhe Y￿r Ended 31 March 2025
AccouiYfiNG POLICIES - contlDued
Expenditure and allocAtion of costs
Government Grant5
Government grants relating to revenue are recognised on a systematic basis over the periods in which the entity
recognised the related ¢osts for which the grant is intended to compensate.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over ils estimated useful
life.
Long leasehold
Fixtures and fittings
Straight line over 50 years
33.33 /0 on cost
Taxation
The charity is an exempt charity within the meaning of schedule 3 of the Charities Act 201 l and is consldered to
pass the tests Set out in pardgraph I Schedule 6 Finance Act 2010 and therefore it meets the definition of a
haritable company for UK corporation tax purposes.
Fund accounting
The charity maintain5 various types of funds as follows:
Unrestrided funds
Unrestricted funds are available to sp¢nd on activities that further any of the purposes of the charity.
Designated funds
Designated funds are unrestricted funds of the charity which the Trustees have decided at their discretion to set
aside for a specific purpose.
Restricted funds
R¢stri¢ted funds are fiinds which have been given for a particular purpose or project.
Debtors
Trade and other debtors are reeognised at the settlement amount due after any trade discounts are offered.
Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.
Creditors
Creditors and provisions are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event
that will probably result in the transfer of fijnds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be
TneasuTed OT estimated reliably. Creditors and provisions are nomially rewgnised at t￿e1r settlement amount after
allowing for any trade discounts due.
Financigl instruments
The charity only has financial assets and liabilities of a kind that qualifies as basic financial instruments. Basic
financial instrnments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequ¢ntIy me&8ured at their settlement
value.
Opernting lewses
Rentals under operating le&ses are ¢harg¢d on a straight-line b&8is over the lease term, even if the payments are
not made on such basis. Benefits received and receivable as an in¢entiv¢ to sign oper&ting lease are similarly
spread on a straight-line basis over the lease terni.
The ¢harity leases the freehold land from Wolverhampton City Council at a peppercorn rent for 125 year5. The
fair value of the freehold peppercorn rent is not valued due to the prohibitive costs of doing so.
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WOLVERHAMvfoiw4 YOUTH ZONE
Notes to the Fin*neiil Statements - continued
ror tbe Year Ended 31 March 2025
ACCOUNTIIYG POLICIES - continued
Going concern
The cllarity's activities, together with the factors likely to affect its ￿tUre development, perfomance and position
are set out in the Trustees, Annual Report, which also describes the financial position of the Charity including its
cash and reserves policy. The Charity forcca5t5 and projections. taking account of reasonably possible change5 in
grants and donation income and other uncertainties, show that the charity should be abl¢ to operate with the
u￿ent level of reserv¢s it has. The Trustees have a re&8onable expectation that the Charity has adequa
Tesources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable fijture. thus they Continue to adopt the going
concern b&sis of accounting in preparing the annual financial statements.
Employee benefits - pensions
The charity operafrs a defined contribution pension scheme and the pension charge represents the amounts
payable by the charity to the fund in respect of the year.
DONATIONS AND LEGACIES
31.3.25
31.3.24
Donations
Gift aid
Grants
310,297
13,485
766.291
185.363
10.368
872,670
1,090,073
1,068.401
Out of the total income of £1.090.073 (2024.. £1.068.401). £724,057 (2024: £719,236) was unrestricted and
£366,016 (2024.. £349,165) was restricted.
OTHER TRADING AcfivITIES
31.3.25
31.3.24
R(￿rn hire
8,702
6.156
INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
31.3.25
31.3.24
Activity
Membership fees
Session fecs
Catering incom¢
Room hire
Operations of The Way
Operations of The Way
Operations of The Way
Operations of The Way
12.729
17,620
46,153
84,632
9,788
6.729
40,205
76.428
161.134
133,150
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued
for Ébe Year Ended 31 March 2025
RAISING FUNDS
Raising donations and Iwcie5
31.3.25
31.3.24
StatT¢osts
Support costs
113,822
18.480
70.381
4,741
132,302
75,122
Expenditure on raising fiu]ds was £132,302 (2024: £75,122) of which £132,302 (2024: £75.122) w&8
unrestricted and £Nil was restricted (2024: £Nil).
CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS
SupwTrrt
costs (see
note 7)
Direct
Cosls
Tota15
All ¢haritabLe activities
1,199,294
170,633
1,369.927
Expenditure on charitable activities was £1,369.927 (2024: £1.320.326} of which £993.349 (2024: £1,031,269)
was unrestricted and £376,578 (2024: £289,057) was restricted.
SUPPORT COSTS
Governance
costs
Management
Other
Totals
Raising donations and legacies
All charitable acÉivities
18,480
I I l.259
18.480
170.633
32.005
27,369
32,005
129,739
27,369
189.113
Governance cosls included in support costs above, include the cost of the annual audit of £19.200 (2024:
£18.000).
Support costs are allocated to the one charitable ￿tiVity. the operation of The Way. Support costs are not
allo¢at¢d to trading activities nor ￿lld raising activities as these are incidental to its charitable activity.
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WOLVERHAMvfoN YOUTH ZONE
Notes to the Financial Statements- continued
forthe Year Ended 31 Mareh 2025
SUPPORT COSTS- contlnued
Support costs, included in the alK>ve. are &$ follows:
31.3.25
31.3.24
Raising
donations
and
legacies
¢haritsble
activities
Total
activities
Total
ctivities
Outsourced activities
Premises costs
Licenses
Travel expeT
32,005
32.005
18,480
8,937
6.809
3,101
10,367
4.043
37,898
935
4,248
5,461
29.460
19,200
1,024
593
6,552
18,480
23.869
2.971
1,141
4,741
10,638
1.318
86,128
1,749
3,862
2,418
30,120
18.000
8.937
6,809
3.101
10.367
4,043
37,898
935
4,248
5.461
29.460
19,200
1.024
593
6,552
IT
Postage and stationery
Sundries
Recruitment
DBS ¢hecks
Staff training
Marketing
lllsurance
Governance costs
Bad debts
Bank charges
Professional fees
713
17,584
18,480
170,633
189,113
205.252
NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE)
Net income/(expenditur¢) is stat¢d after ChargIn￿(crediting).
31.3.25
31.3.24
Governance costs
Depreciation - owned assets
19,200
115.867
18,000
122,140
TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended
31 March 2024.
Trustees, expenses
There were no trustees, expenses paid for the year ended 31 Matrh 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024.
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
Iyotes to the Finan¢iil Statements- continued
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
io.
STAFF COSTS
Staff ¢osts were as follows:
31.3.25
31.3.24
Wages and salaries
Social security Costs
Other pension costs
862,485
59,109
34,760
745,544
42,771
35,716
956,354
824.031
The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:
31.3.25
31.3.24
Raising funds
Charitable activities
50
58
52
60
The key management personnel of the Charity are listed in the Trustees Report. The total remuneration
{in¢luding pension contributions and social security costs) of the key management personnel of the Charity for
the year totalled £71,365 (2024: £66,722).
COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
fund
Totsl
funds
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
719.236
349,165
,068.401
Charitsble activitie5
Membership fees
Session fees
Catering income
Room hire
9,788
6,729
40.205
76,428
9,788
6,729
40,205
76,428
Other traditvd activities
Other income
6.156
7,189
6,156
7,189
Total
865,731
349.165
1,214,896
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
75,122
75.122
ChAritable activities
All charitable activities
1.031.269
289.057
1,320,326
Total
1,106,391
289,057
1,395.448
NET ILYCOMEI{EXPENDITURE)
(240,660)
60,108
(180,552)
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
Notes to the Financial Statements - eontinued
for the Year Ended 31 Mareh 2025
ii.
COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES- continued
Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
nd
Total
fiind5
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
4,781,821
22,565
4,804,386
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
4,541,161
82,673
4.623.834
12. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Fixtures
and
fittings
Long
leasehold
Totals
COST
At l April 2024
Additions
5.084,603
258,228
19,659
5,342,831
19,659
At 31 MarGh 2025
5,084,603
277,887
5,362,490
DEPRECIATIOIY
At l April 2024
Charge for year
824,217
101,692
238,653
14.175
1.062.870
115,867
At 31 March 2025
925,909
252,828
1.178.737
NET BOOK VALUE
At 31 March 2025
4.158.694
25,059
4,183,753
At 31 March 2024
4,260.386
19,575
4.279.961
13.
DEBTORS: AMouNfs FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
31.3.25
31.3.24
Trade debtors
Other debtors
ACc￿ed income
Prepayments
123.597
78,427
5,848
11,500
8,201
16,229
23.665
163.491
103,976
All balances shown above are due within one year.
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WOLVERHAMYTON YOUTH z￿NE
Notes to the Financial Stydtements - eootinued
for the Year Ended 31 Mgrch 2025
14.
CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
31,3.25
31.3.24
Trade creditors
Social security and other taxes
Other Creditors
Deferred income
Accrued expenses
27,704
18,872
28,945
23,500
24,343
46,015
11,364
3,259
78.323
18,133
123,364
157,094
DEFERRED INCOME
31.3.25
31.3.24
Balance brought forward
Amount released to income in the year
Amount deferred during the year
78,323
(78,323)
23,500
78,323
Balance caLTied forward
23,500
78,323
Deferred income relate5 to donations that have been received in advance of Éhe fmancial period which they relate
to, in accordance with tFLe tenns of the donor, and grant income that has been re¢eived in advance of the related
funding objectives. in accordance with the ternis of the grant. Deftrred income relating to room hire is also
included.
15.
MOVEMENT IN Fu￿Ds
Net
movement
in ￿ndS
Transfers
between
nd5
At
31.3.25
At 1.4.24
Unrestricted funds
Unrestricted funds
Designated funds
261.199
4,279,962
{110,835)
(115,868)
(10,782)
10,782
139,582
4,174.876
4,541,161
(226,703)
4,314.458
Restricted funds
Restricted funds
82,673
(10,562)
72,111
TOTAL FUNDS
4.623,834
(237.265)
4,386,569
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WOLVERHAMFfoN YOUTH ZONE
Notes to the Financial Statements- continued
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
15.
MOVEMENf IN FUNDS - continued
Net movemenl in fimd& included in the above are as follows:
Inwming
resource5
Resources
expended
Movement
in funds
Unrestricted fun(Ls
Unreslricted funds
Designated funds
898,948
{1,009,783)
(115,868)
{110.835)
(115.868)
898,948
(1,125,651)
(226,703)
Restri¢t¢d funds
Restricted funds
366,016
(376,578)
(10,562)
TOTAL FUNDS
1,264.964
(1.502,229)
(237.265)
Compar4tives for movement in funds
Net
movement
in funds
Transfers
between
nds
At
31.3.24
At 1.4.23
Unrestricted funds
Unrestricted ￿ndS
Designated funds
419,743
4,362,078
(118,520)
(122,140)
(40,024)
40,024
261,199
4279,962
4.781,821
(240,660)
4,541,161
Restricted funds
Restricted funds
22,565
60,108
82,673
TOTAL FUNDS
4.804,386
(180,552)
4,623,834
Comparativc net movement in ￿nds, included in the above are as follows:
Incoming
resources
Resources
expended
Movement
in ￿ndS
Unrestricted funds
Unr¢stricted fi￿d5
Designated fimds
865,731
(984,251)
(122,140)
(118.520)
(122.140)
865,731
(1,106,391)
(240,660)
Restricted funds
Restricted ￿ndS
349,165
(289,057)
60,108
TOTAL FUNDS
1,214,896
(1,395,448)
(180,552)
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZL)NE
Notes to the Financial Statements - contlDued
forthe Year Ended 31 March 2025
15.
MOVEMEIYT IN FUNDS - continued
Asat31
March
2025
As at l April
2024
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
Unrestrieted funds
General funds - all funds
Designated funds - building project
Income Expenditure Transfer
261,199 898,947 (1,009,782) (10,782)
139,582
4,279.962
(115.868) 10.782 4.174,876
4.541.161 898.947 ( 1,125.650)
4,314,458
R¢stricted funds
Peter Harrison Foundation - Wheelchair
Basketball
Grantham Yorke - Sports Equipment
Keith Rae Trust- Circus Project
UFC - Ultimate Fighting Championship
National Lottery Fund - Mentoring
Aspirations Plus Project
Cadent Project via Inspir¢
Tabitha Trust - Staffordshire Foundation
Th¢ Football Foundation
YO Wolves
Masonic Trnst Emotional Health &
Wellbeing stsff Recruitment
HAF WCC Lot A - Easter 2024
Enovert Community TNst - Kitchen Refurb
Grantham Yorke - Rethrbishment of the
Sensory Room
Burberry Inspire 2023-24 via Onside - Arts
Project
HAF WCC Lot A - Autumn 2024
WCC Autumn Elalf Terni Grant
National LDttery Fund - Winter Hunger Fund
Sports England - The Way Family
Calisthenics
WCC February #YES Grnnt 2024 - Fe￿24
Half Terni
Onside Foundation - Impact Fund
Brilish Wheelchair Basketball - Sport Park
HAF 2025 - E&ster & Summer
Hedley Foundation Grant (SEND)
Onside - Residentials
2,468
(2,468)
( I,944)
(800)
(I l.073)
1,800
800
11.073
31,425 83,111
58,500
330
8.190
17,000
(105,636)
(58,500)
(330)
{8,190)
{17,000)
8,900
15.098
(15,098)
(1.933)
(4,925)
1,933
4,925
3,100
3,100
14,920
7,733
35.858
4,084
(14.920)
(7,733)
(35.858)
(4,084)
30
(30)
8,386
29.608 79.984
12,387
5,600
3.000
7,202
(8,386)
(59.911)
(9.987)
49,681
2.400
5,600
3,000
(570)
(7,772)
82.673 366.016
(376.578)
72,111
Asatl
April
2023
Asat31
March
2024
PRIOR YEAR
Unrestricted funds
General funds- all funds
Designated funds - building project
Inwftne
Expenditure
Transfers
419,743
4,362,078
865.731
(984.251) (40,024)
261,199
(122,140)
40,024 4279,962
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH ZONE
Notes to the Finanelal Statements- continued
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
15.
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued
4.781.821
865.731
{1,106,391)
4,541.161
Restrieted funds
Peter Ha￿lSOn Foundation -
Wheelchair Basketball
Grantham Yorke - Sports Equipment
Eveson Trust- Growing Futurcs
Keith Rae Trust - Circus Project
UFC Ultimate Fighting
Championship
Culture of Health - Onside
National Lottery Funding -
Mentoring
Wolverhampton City Council - May
Holiday Club
Masonic Trust Emotional Health &
Wellbeing Staff ReGruitm¢nt
Holiday Club (various donors)
Enovert Community Tn￿t- Kitchen
Refurb
Grantham Yorke - Refurb Sensory
Room
Burberry Inspire 2023-24
HAF WCC
WCC Autumn Half Terni Grant
National Lottery Fund - Winter
Hunger
Sports England - Family
Callisthenics
WCC February #YES Grant 2024
Onside Foundation - Impact Fund
2,468
1,797
10,000
800
2,468
144
{1,653)
(10,000)
(800)
800
800
7.500
7.200
11,627
(14,700)
(11,627)
81,684
(50,528)
31,426
7,928
(7.928)
35,258
3,115
(20,160)
(3.115)
15.098
11.515
(11.515)
3,100
17.500
35.763
8,919
3,100
(17,500)
(35,763)
(8,919)
72,260
(72,260)
684
10,112
41.699
(654)
(10,112)
(12,091)
30
29,608
22,565
349,164
(289,056)
82.673
16.
RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
Mr T Munro is an employ¢¢ of Wolverhampton City Council which has provided funding of £307,249 (2024:
£268,189) to the charity during the period. Wolverhampton City Council have also hired rooms at the Way
costing £6,202 (2024: £34,970) and used café facilities costing £Nil (2024.. £258).
Ms A Benjamin (resigned 3110312025) and Ogheneochuko Adekoya (appointed 2910112025) a￿ employees of
Onside Youth Zones which has provided funding of £72.192 (2024-. £378.908} to the charity during the period
and has used café facilities c4JSting £91 (2024- £350).
Ms L Bashford is an employee of Wolverhampion Coll¢g¢ which has provided funding of £A9,700 (2024:
£25,000) to the charity during the period.
No individual trustees have provided funding to the charity during the period.
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WOLVERHAMYfoN YOUTH ZONE
Notes to the Financial Statements - contlnued
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
17.
FIIYANCIAL INSTRUMENrs
The charity only has financial assets and liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instrnments. Basic
financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement
value.
18.
FINANCIAL COMMTfMENTS
There were no financial commitments at the year-end (2024. £Nil).
19.
GOING CONCERN
The charity's activities, together with the factors likely lo affect its fjjture development, perforn)ance and position
are set out in the Trustees. Annual Report, which also d¢￿ribeS the financial position of the Charity including its
cash and reserves policy. The Charity forecast and projections, taking account of reasonably possible changes in
grants and donation income and other uncertaintie& show that the charity should be able to operate with the
Cu￿ent level of reserves it has. The Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the Charity has adequate
resources to continue in operational ¢xist¢nce foT the foreseeable future, thus they continue to adopt the going
concern basis of accounting in preparing the annual financial statements.
20.
TAXATION
The charity's activities are potenlially exempt from taxation under Part I l of the Corporation Tax Act 2010. No
t&x charge has arisen in the period.
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOtrrH ZA)NE
Detailed Statement of FlnanciAI Activities
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
31.3.25
Total
funds
31.3.24
Total
funds
Unrestrithd
funds
Restrithed
funds
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donations and legAcies
Donations
Gift aid
Grants
310,297
13,485
400,275
310.297
13,485
766.291
185,363
10.368
872,670
366.016
724,057
366,016
1,090,073
1.068.401
Other trading activities
Room hire
8,702
8.702
6,156
CharitAble activities
Operdtions of The Way
161,134
161,134
133,150
Other incom¢
Bank Interest Received
5.055
5,055
7,189
Total incoming resourees
898,948
366,016
1,264,964
1214,896
EXPEiYDrruRE
Raising donations and legAeies
Wages and salaries
Consultancy
103.202
10,620
103,202
10,620
66,881
3,500
113,822
113,822
70.381
Charitable Activities
Wages and salaries
Youth Project Delivery Expense
Travel expenses
Premises costs
IT
Catering
Onsid¢ Youth Zone Services
Long leasehold
Fixtures and fittings
578,042
20,348
275,109
33,068
853,151
53,4 E6
757,150
33,905
671
95,476
26.868
58,605
25,000
101,692
20,448
28,773
17,325
46.645
25,000
101,692
14.176
46,569
247
12.300
75.342
17,572
58.945
25,000
101,692
14.176
832,001
367,293
1,199,294
1,119,815
Support costs
Management
Outsourced activities
32,005
32,005
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WOLVERHAMPTON YOUTH 7A)NE
Detailed Statement of Financial Aetivities
for the Year Ended 31 March 2025
31.3.25
Total
funds
31.3.24
Total
funds
Unrestrithed
fijnds
Restricted
funds
M*n8gement
Other
Premts¢s wsts
Licenses
'rravel expenses
IT
Postage and stationery
Sundries
Recruitment
DBS checks
Staff training
Marketing
Insurance
18.480
8,937
6.735
3,101
7,689
4.043
33,148
935
3,790
4,136
29,460
18,480
8,937
6,809
3,101
10,367
4,043
37.898
935
4,248
5.461
29,460
23,869
2.971
1,141
4,741
10.638
1,318
86,128
1.749
3,862
2.418
30.120
74
2,678
4,750
458
1,325
120,454
9,285
129,739
168,955
Governance costs
Governance costs
Bad debts
Bank charges
Professional fees
19.200
1,024
593
6,552
19,200
1.024
593
6,552
18,000
713
17.584
27,369
27,369
36.297
Total resources expended
1,125,651
376,578
1,502229
lJ95,448
Net (expenditure)lincome
(226.703)
(10.562)
(2)7,265)
(180,552)
Tbis page does not forni part of the statutory fitwicial statements
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