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2022-03-31-accounts

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Summary ofthe purposes of Para 1.17 The c!ubwas formed to provide an
the charity as set out in its organised
and competitive
club for people
governing document who are interested
in amateur
boxing. The
club was developed
to also provide a
recreational
facility forthe community.
The dub is dedicated to encouraging
participatiori
in amateur
boxing whilst at
the
same time maintaining
the fun and
enjoyment
that should be associated
with
any amateur sport. Itshatl also be
dedicated to the development
and pursuit
offair play and respect for others through
the study, appreciation
and practice ofthe
art and science ofamateur
boxing through
organised
practice and competitive
tournaments.
The club will provide a recreational
facility
for people of all ages, gender and
nationali
Summary
activities
ofthe main
in relation tothose
Para
1.19
1 17arrrr The activities undertaken
by the charity
in
order to meet its objectives
in the year were
purposes for the public positioned
around recovery tollowing
Covid.
benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or Numbers
increased as the year progressed
services identifled
in
the and the dub was able to offer the same
accounts. breath ofservices to the community
as
experienced
pre-Covid.
A key focus in the year was to maintain and
increase the useable fadlities within the
gym area.
Significant funds were spent
on
gym improvements,
specifically to the
disabled toilets and shower and also the
removal
ofthe old changing
area and
converting
this to useable gym floor space,
providing
facilities for greater number of
users.
In addition 50%ofthe flat roofofthe
building
has been repaired or replaced.
Statement confirming Para 1.18 The Trustees confirm that they have had that they have had
whether the trustees have regard tothe guidance issued by the
had regard tothe guidance Charity Commission on public benefit
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit

SORP rararanca
Para 1.38
Policy on grant making
Para 'f.38
Policy on social investment
including program related
investment
The charity cannot run without the support
Para 1.38 ofits unpaid volunteers.
Contribution made by
volunteers There have again been 26volunteers who
provide their time and effort free ofcharge
all year round.
In addition there has been signiTicant
support
and assistance
from parent
members.
The Trustees would like to thank each one
ofthese volunteers
fortheir time effort
and
continued time and su rt
Other

The club has maintained
its membership
numbers
and has returned
to post covid
attendance
numbers
Summary
ofthe main
achievements
ofthe charity,
identifying
the difference the
charity's work has made to
the circumstances
of its
Para 1.20 The classes held at the facility includes:
Over 30's Kwomen
only keep fit, family 5
pensioner sessions, special needs group
(adults and children), sessions forthose
beneficiaries
and any wider
benefits to society as a
with severe disability
inc wheelchair
bound,
fire brigade,
ex-Armed forces veterans
whole. (special needs such as PTSD)
As the facility is in an area which scores
very low in the index of multiple
depravation,
fees are kept to a low
(maximum fee) ofK5per week attended
Where several members ofa family attend
then the maximum
fee is applied tothe
family.
All other groups are not charged a
fee for attendance Iuse.
The whole community
is well represented,
Gemini provide inclusion
and membership,
with everyone feeling part ofone big family.
The club has an excellent process where
members
are mentored
and become
coaches, they are then sent on forrnal
recognised
coaching courses. E.g. in the
boxing club, currently
more than 5 ofthe
existing coaches competitively
represented
the club in their youth, several being part of
the club for more than 30years all are part
ofthe local community,
members
who
attended
in their youth now have
grandchildren
in the club, demonstrating
the lasting legacy ofthe club. The club is a
historically
significant
Community
club in
the area. We encourage
volunteers
from
the local community,
providing
training to
allow new and continued safe and effective
participation
and inclusion.
The groups who use the facility, feel part of
a large community
'family' they are proud
to be part ofthe club. The camaraderie
at
the club results
in improved
mental
health,
increased
diversity and inclusive socia!
interaction
and especially
improved
health
and fitness.
The numbers
participating
in Amateur
boxing continues to rise. Separate junior I
minor sessions are now held on a Tuesday
and Thursday,
and young persons from
those classes have the o
ortuni
to
progress to the 'Senior' Monday,
Wednesday!
Friday sessions.
The club also held 2boxing competitions,
which were well attended
and received
in
the community.
12ofour Boxers entered the National
championships
in the year, 7became
Merseyside
8 Cheshire Champions
with
2
boxers Louie Szeto and Lewis Robinson
being National
Finalists.
LSzeto was
crowned
Nattonal
Champion.
A team ofboxers attended the Alexander
Palace Box-cup. This consisted ofseveral
nights accommodation
in London an
excellent growth opportunity
and
experience forthose youths who attended.

Membership numbers
maintained,
a
Achievements
objectives set
against Para 1.41 reasonably
the amount
maintenance
strong financial
position given
ofspend on building
and improvements,
and a
clear demonstration
ofthe clubs
management
achieved
and governance
was
Fundraising targets were met, with
Performance offundraising significantly increased funds
in the
year.
actlvies against obtecttves Para 1.41
set
Investment performance Para 1 41
against objectives
Other

Financial Review Review Review
Review of the charity's Para 1.21 Income forthe years was f44,302
financial position at the end compared tof29,458, this was due to
ofthe period increased subscriptions
and increased
grant funding.
Outgoings
for the year were f81,619
compared tof7,835the previous year
The Charity made a net loss in the period
off37,317compared to a profit off21,623
the previous year.
The Charity carried forward cash of
f10,665 compared tof52,454 the pre~ious
year.
The club has assets off13,649compared
with f50,966the previous year
The key reason forthe significant change in
accounting
position was due predominantly
to the maintenance
ofthe disabled facilities
and expansion ofthe building (f63,659).
The accounts have been prepared
on a
recei ts and
a ments basis
Statement explaining
the
Para 122 The policy is to hold reserves when they
policy for holding reserves are available,
they are only to be held when
stating why they are held a specific need is identified
and agreed
by
the members.
Reserves
held off5,000this
is to be used towards
building
maintenance
Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 and im rovements.
f5,000
Reasons for holding zero Para 1.22 Not applicable
reserves
Details offund materially in Para 1.24 None
deficit
Explanation ofany Para x23 None
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
Additional
information
(optional) (optional)
You ma
choose to include
further statements where relevant about
Key sources offunds are grants,
subscriptions, donations and fundraising
The charity's
principal
sources offunds (including Para 1.47
any fundraising)
investment
policy and
objectives induding
any
Para 1.46
social investment
policy
adopted
A description ofthe principal The principal
risk relates to retention
of
risks facing the charity non-paid
volunteers;
however, the club has
a large number so risk is low.
Other

Structure, Governance and llana gement
Oescription
ofcharity's
'trusts:
Type of governing
document
Constitubon
How isthe charity Para 1,25 CIO
constituted?
Trustee selection methods Para 1.25 Trustees are selected and appointed by the
including
details ofany
members
consUtutional
provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees
Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction
Para 1.51
and training oftrustees
The charity's
organisational
structure
and any wider
Para 1.51
network with which the
charity works
Relationship
with any related
Para 1.51
parties
Other

The tru stees declare th at they have approved
the
trustees'
report above.
Signed on behalf ofthe charity's trustees
Signature(s)
Putt name(s) Mark 0*Brien Steven Wright
PosiTion (eg Secretary, Chairman iTrustee Treasurer iTrustee
Chair, etc)
04/12/22

Gemini
PCC ABC
Profit &Loss Accounts 31.03.2022
2022 2021
Income
Subs 16483 3871
Grant 24989 20481
Fundraising/Sponsorship 2790 5066
Merchandise 40 40
Total Income 44302 29458
Trophies/Equipment 3242 845
Exhibition
Trip
645
Sockfor resale 780
Boxing Permit
Fees &Subs
Telephone
and Internet
771 465
Repayment
of Loan
Advertising 30
Admin 28 20
Cleaning 1880 553
Overheads
Gardening 220 470
Repairs & Renewals 63659
Travel & Subsistance 4849
Utilities 4365 3975
TrainerFees
Professi ona
I fees
1946
Insurance 697
Bank Charges 15
Tata I Expenditure 81619 7835
Net Profit -37317 21623