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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED MARCH 2025 FOR BROMLEY CHILDREN & FAMILIES VOLUNTARY SECTOR FORUM

Crane & Partners Limited Chartered Certified Accountants Leonard House • 5-7 Newman Road Bromley • Kent BR1 1RJ

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CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

Chair’s Report 3
Report of the Trustees 5
Independent Examiner’s Report 8
Statement of Financial Activities 9
Balance Sheet 10
Cash Flow Statement 11
Notes to the Cash Flow Statement 12
Notes to the Financial Statements 13
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 19

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CHAIR’S REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

2024–2025 has been a year of meaningful progress, strengthened capability and increased visibility for Bromley Children and Families Voluntary Sector Forum. As we expanded our programmes and partnerships, we continued to consolidate our organisational infrastructure, further positioning the Forum as one of Bromley’s most effective and trusted charitable organisations.

Our profile and influence have grown considerably, and we are now firmly recognised by the local authority as a key strategic partner in shaping services for children, young people and families.

Our active participation across key governance boards, including the SEND Governance Board, Bromley Safeguarding Children Partnership, VRU MOPAC Parent Carer Champion Network, Bromley Children’s Executive Board, Pro‑Active Bromley and SEND Engagement Matters has enabled us to advocate effectively for the voluntary sector. Through this involvement, we ensure

that the voices of families and frontline practitioners are consistently represented at decision‑making levels.

Under the leadership of our CEO, Samantha Britnell and the management of operations under Shanna Jarvis the organisation has progressed with professionalism, innovation and a clear strategic vision. Samantha’s commitment to collaborationwith member organisations, statutory partners, the Mayor of London’s office, The Glades, GLA, NCS and various community funders has advanced our mission and fully embedded our guiding message: Together We Are Stronger.

Key Achievements of 2024–2025

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CHAIR’S REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

Growth in Funding and Community Fundraising

This year saw a significant increase in restricted income, demonstrating a high level of confidence from funders in our governance, delivery and strategic impact.

We are grateful for the support of our key restricted funders, including:

In addition to this, we experienced a notable increase in community fundraising, driven by strengthened partnerships with local businesses, community groups and borough‑wide supporters.

This reflects growing public recognition of our work and a deeper sense of shared purpose across Bromley.

Looking ahead

Despite continued national challenges ‑ rising costs, increasing demand for services and pressures on local families, the Forum has grown in stability, influence and effectiveness. Our ability to secure increased funding, expand collaborative projects and support more families than ever before demonstrates the resilience, adaptability and dedication of our sector.

Our priorities for the coming year are clear:

I extend my sincere thanks to the BCF Forum team for their commitment and professionalism, and to our Board of Trustees for their steadfast guidance and support. As we move into 2025–2026, we do so with confidence, strengthened foundations and a shared belief that:

Together We Are Stronger.

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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended 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 1 January 2019).

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

The work of the Bromley Children and Families Voluntary Sector Forum in 2024–2025 continued to reflect the priorities set out in our Strategic Plan. Across all areas, our focus remained on strengthening the voluntary sector, enhancing opportunities for children, young people and families, and deepening collaboration across Bromley’s community and statutory services — evidencing that

Together We Are Stronger.

Significant activities

1. Information

Outcome:

2024–2025 has been a year of substantial growth and increased capability for the Forum. We expanded our team, enhanced our services and strengthened our infrastructure, solidifying our role as one of Bromley’s most effective and trusted charities.

Key achievements included:

We remain grateful for our long‑standing partnerships with Rotary groups, West Kent Freemasons, the Stanley Foster Charitable Trust, MOPAC and the Violence Reduction Unit.

We also thank The Glades for their continued partnership and for enabling us to deliver The Spirit of Bromley, a celebration of community organisations and our shared ethos: Together We Are Stronger.

2. Networking

Outcome:

The Forum’s networking activity expanded significantly this year, strengthening collaboration and enabling greater reach across the borough.

Key achievements included:

These activities significantly increased capacity, engagement and cohesion across Bromley’s voluntary sector.

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Significant activities continued...

3. Consultation and Representation

These activities improved professional practice, enhanced skills and strengthened the quality of services supporting children, young people and families.

Outcome:

The Forum strengthened its role as a key consultation partner for the London Borough of Bromley and other statutory agencies.

In 2024–2025, we represented the sector on:

Through these roles, the Forum ensured that the needs of children, young people and families—particularly those at heightened risk—were heard in strategic discussions and used to shape service decisions.

We continued to act as a conduit between statutory bodies and the voluntary sector, facilitating consultation, collaboration and information sharing.

4. Encouraging Good Practice – Training and Workforce Development

Outcome:

Training and workforce development capacity continued to grow in 2024–2025, benefiting staff, volunteers and member organisations.

Highlights included:

5. Administration, Finance, Fundraising, and Governance

Outcome:

The Forum upheld robust governance, strong financial management and efficient administration throughout the year.

Key points included:

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STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Background

The Forum is governed by its constitution as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). Established in the early 1990s, it provides information, networking, training and representation for approximately 150 voluntary groups. We deliver programmes that support children, young people and families across Bromley, working collaboratively to ensure no child or young person is left behind.

Trustee Recruitment and Appointment

Trustees are nominated by member organisations or existing trustees and appointed at the Annual Meeting.

All trustees undergo enhanced DBS checks and receive induction covering governance responsibilities and the aims of the charity. Trustees meet bi‑monthly, with day‑to‑day operations delegated to the CEO.

The Forum is currently undertaking a trustee recruitment drive to strengthen governance capacity and ensure a broad range of skills are represented. A recent skills audit highlighted areas for development, and these will be addressed over the next 12 months.

The current Chair, Helen Dyer, has given notice of stepping down, and we are working to introduce an interim Chair, Pip Rastall-Phillips.

Conflicts of interest

No trustee receives personal benefit from the charity. In limited cases, where trustees undertake specialist operational roles—such as Safeguarding Lead during holiday programmes—reasonable remuneration may be approved by the Board. Trustees’ organisations may also benefit through partnership delivery, where appropriate and transparently managed.

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

Registered Charity number: 1153545

Principal address

Clockwise Bromley Old Town Hall Bromley BR1 3FE

Trustees

Independent Examiner

Crane & Partners Limited Chartered Certified Accountants Leonard House 5 ‑ 7 Newman Road Bromley Kent BRS 1RJ

Tel: 07786 321 596

Email: charityadmin@bcfforum.org www.bcfforum.org

Approved by order of the board of trustees on 31 December 2025 and signed on its behalf by:

Risk management

Risks are monitored and managed throughout the year through:

H. Dyer - Chair of Trustees

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF BROMLEY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES VOLUNTARY SECTOR FORUM

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Bromley Children and Families Voluntary Sector Forum (the Trust) for the year ended 31 March 2025.

Responsibilities and basis of report

Independent examiner’s statement

As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).

I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

Since your charity’s gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a listed body. I can confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of the Institute of

Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies.

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:

1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act; or

2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or

3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Bibek Panta FCCA

Crane & Partners Limited Chartered Certified Accountants Leonard House 5 ‑ 7 Newman Road Bromley Kent BRS 1RJ

31 December 2025

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

2025 2024
Unrestricted
fund		 Restricted
fund		 Total
funds		 Total
funds
Notes £ £ £ £
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies 2 4,854 564,520 569,374 528,038
Other trading activities 3 20,050 - 20,050 8,919
Interest receivable 34 - 34 -
Total 24,938 564,520 589,458 536,957
EXPENDITURE ON CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
Activities 4 25,387 539,497 564,884 548,883
Total 25,387 539,497 564,884 548,883
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) (449) 25,023 24,574 (11,926)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward 6,729 68,411 75,140 87,066
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 6,280 93,434 99,714 75,140

The notes form part of these financial statements.

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BALANCE SHEET

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

2025 2024
Unrestricted
fund
Restricted
fund
Total
funds
Total
funds
Notes
£
£
£
£
~~i~~
~~ee ee~~
~~eS~~
~~CC~~
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors 10
820		 88,471 89,291 60,995
Cash at bank 5,460 4,963 10,423 25,060
6,280 93,434 99,714 86,055
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year 11
-		 - - (10,915)
NET CURRENT ASSETS 6,280 93,434 99,714 75,140
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 6,280 93,434 99,714 75,140
NET ASSETS 6,280 93,434 99,714 75,140
FUNDS 13
Unrestricted funds 6,280 6,730
Restricted funds 93,434 68,410
TOTAL FUNDS 99,714 75,140

The notes form part of these financial statements.

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 31st December 2025 and were signed on its behalf by:

H. Dyer - Chair of Trustees

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CASH FLOW STATEMENT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
2025 2024
Total
funds		 Total
funds
Notes £ £
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Cash generated from operations 1 (3,722) (16,979)
Net cash used in operating activities (3,722) (16,979)
Change in cash and cash equivalents in the reporting period (3,722) (16,979)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the reporting period 2 14,145 31,124
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period 2 10,423 14,145

The notes form part of these financial statements.

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NOTES TO CASH FLOW STATEMENT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

1. RECONCILIATION OF NET (EXPENDITURE)/INCOME TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

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2025 2024
Total Total
funds funds
£ £
Net (expenditure)/income for the reporting period (as per
the Statement of Financial Activities) 24,574 (11,926)
Adjustments for:
Increase in debtors (28,296) (5,053)
Net cash used in operations (3,722) (16,979)
2. ANALYSIS OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
2025 2024
Total Total
funds funds
£ £
Notice deposits (less than 3 months) 10,423 25,060
Overdrafts included in bank loans and overdrafts
-
falling due within one year (10,915)
Total cash and cash equivalents 10,423 14,145
3. ANALYSIS OF CHANGES IN NET FUNDS
At 1.4.24 Cash flow At 31.3.25
£ £ £
Net cash
Cash at bank 25,060 (14,637) 10,423
Bank overdrafts (10,915) 10,915 -
Total 14,145 (3,722) 10,423
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The notes form part of these financial statements

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) ‘Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended 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 1 January 2019)’, Financial Reporting Standard 102 ‘The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland’ and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

Pension costs and other post-retirement benefits

The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charity’s

pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate.

Income

All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.

Expenditure

Expenditure Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Grants offered subject to conditions which have not been met at the year end date are noted as a commitment but not accrued as expenditure.

2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES

2025
£		 2024
£
Charitable trusts 566,584 524,692
Donations 2,790 3,346
569,374 528,038
3. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES
2025 2024
£ £
Community Fundraising 20,050 8,919

3. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES

4. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS

Taxation

The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted.

Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.

Grant funding
activities (see note 5)		 Grant funding
activities (see note 5)		 Support costs
(see note 6)		 Totals
£ £ £
Activities 150,831 26,319 177,150
5. GRANTS PAYABLES
2025 2024
£ £
Activities 150,831 210,121

5. GRANTS PAYABLES

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6. SUPPORT COSTS

Management Finance Governance
costs
Totals		 Governance
costs
Totals
£ £ £ £
Activities
24,838
72
1,409
26,319

7. 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 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024.

8. STAFF COSTS

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Wages and salaries 46,702 14,429
Social security costs 4,634 2,363
Other pension costs 3,000 473
54,336 17,265
The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:
Administration 2 1

No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.

9. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES

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Unrestricted fund Restricted funds Total funds
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INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies 3,344 524,694 528,038
Other trading activities 8,919 ‑ 8,919
12,263.00 524,694 536,957
EXPENDITURE ON
Charitable activities
Activities 2,680 231,587 234,267
Other 14,347 300,269 314,616
Total 17,027.00 531,856 548,883
NET INCOME (4,764) (7,162) (11,926)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward 11,491 75,575 87,066
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 6,727 68,413 75,140

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10. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR

2025
£		 2024
£
Trade debtors
89,291
60,995
11. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2025
£		 2024
£
Bank loans and overdrafts (see note 12)
-
10,915
12. LOANSAn analysis of the maturity of loans is given below:
2025
£		 2024
£
Amounts falling due within one year on demand:
Bank overdrafts
-
10,915
13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
At 1.4.24 Net movement
Cash fow		 At 31.3.25
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund
6,730
(450)
6,280
Restricted funds
LBB VRU/MOPAC
Clarion Futures Communities
F1 Holiday, Activities & Food
Football Foundation’s Playzones
LBB HAF
LBB ShortBreaks
Greater London Authority
NCS London Youth
Waitrose Community Fund
Youth Violence Reduction Project
-
13,487
-
-
23,120
(2,064)
25,490
3,377
-
5,000
5,787
(12,099)
-
2,100
18,082
23,798
(4,814)
(2,830)
-
(5,000)
5,787
1,388
-
2,100
41,202
21,734
20,676
547
-
-
TOTAL FUNDS
75,140
24,574
99,714

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13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS continued

Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

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Incoming Resources Movement in
resources expended funds
£ £ £
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Unrestricted funds
General fund 24,937 25,387 (450)
Restricted funds
LBB VRU/MOPAC 40,500 34,713 5,787
Clarion Futures Communities 28,500 40,599 (12,099)
F1 Holiday, Activities & Food 8,169 8,169 -
Football Foundation's Playzones 5,604 3,504 2,100
LBB HAF 230,070 211,988 18,082
LBB ShortBreaks 115,702 91,904 23,798
Greater London Authority 114,551 119,365 (4,814)
NCS London Youth 20,300 23,130 (2,830)
Waitrose Community Fund 1,125 1,125 -
Youth Violence Reduction Project - 5,000 (5,000)
TOTAL FUNDS 589,458 564,884 24,574

Comparatives for movement in funds

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Net movement
At 1.4.24 in funds At 31.3.25
£ £ £
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Unrestricted funds
General fund 11,493 (4,763) 6,730
Restricted funds
LBB VRU/MOPAC 23,444 (23,444) -
Mottingham Big Local Refocused 3,333 (3,333) -
Clarion Futures Communities 7,367 6,120 13,487
LBB HAF 22,186 934 23,120
LBB ShortBreaks 15,346 (17,410) (2,064)
West Kent Freemasons 2,717 (2,717) -
Tesco Community Grant 930 (930) -
London Youth 250 (250) -
Greater London Authority - 25,490 25,490
NCS London Youth - 3,377 3,377
Youth Violence Reduction Project - 5,000 5,000
75,573 (7,163) 68,410
TOTAL FUNDS 87,066 (11,926) 75,140

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13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS continued

Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

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Incoming Resources Movement in
resources expended funds
£ £ £
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Unrestricted funds
General fund 12,263 17,026 (4,763)
Restricted funds
LBB VRU/MOPAC 61,598 85,042 (23,444)
Mottingham Big Local Refocused - 3,333 (3,333)
Clarion Futures Communities 15,850 9,730 6,120
LBB HAF 235,139 234,205 934
LBB ShortBreaks 79,006 96,416 (17,410)
West Kent Freemasons - 2,717 (2,717)
Tesco Community Grant 375 1,305 (930)
London Youth 6,401 6,651 (250)
Greater London Authority 93,725 68,235 25,490
LBB Public Health School Superzones 8,300 8,300 -
NCS London Youth 14,299 10,922 3,377
Youth Violence Reduction Project 10,001 5,001 5,000
TOTAL FUNDS 536,957 548,883 (11,926)

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows:

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Net movement
At 1.4.24 in funds At 31.3.25
£ £ £
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Unrestricted funds
General fund 11,493 (5,213) 6,280
Restricted funds
LBB VRU/MOPAC 23,444 (17,657) 5,787
Mottingham Big Local Refocused 3,333 (3,333) -
Clarion Futures Communities 7,367 (5,979) 1,388
Football Foundation’s Playzones 0 2,100 2,100
LBB HAF 22,186 19,016 41,202
LBB ShortBreaks 15,346 6,388 21,734
West Kent Freemasons 2,717 (2,717) -
Tesco Community Grant 930 (930) -
London Youth 250 (250) -
Greater London Authority - 20,676 20,676
NCS London Youth - 547 547
Waitrose Community Fund - - -
Youth Violence Reduction Project - - -
75,573 17,861 93,434
TOTAL FUNDS 87,066 12,648 99,714

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED...

13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS continued

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

Incoming
resources		 Resources
expended
Movement in
funds
£ £
£
~~
Unrestricted funds
General fund 37,200 42,413
(5,213)
Restricted funds
LBB VRU/MOPAC 102,098 119,755
(17,657)
Mottingham Big Local Refocused - 3,333
(3,333)
Clarion Futures Communities 44,350 50,329
(5,979)
F1 Holiday, Activities & Food 8,169 8,169
-
Football Foundation’s Playzones 5,604 3,504
2,100
LBB HAF 465,209 446,193
19,016
LBB ShortBreaks 194,708 188,320
6,388
West Kent Freemasons - 2,717
(2,717)
Tesco Community Grant 375 1,305
(930)
London Youth 6,401 6,651
(250)
Greater London Authority 208,276 187,600
20,676
LBB Public Health School Superzones 8,300 8,300
-
NCS London Youth 34,599 34,052
547
Waitrose Community Fund 1,125 1,125
-
Youth Violence Reduction Project 10,001 10,001
-
TOTAL FUNDS 1,126,415 1,113,767
12,648

14. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2025.

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DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

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INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donations and legacies
Charitable trusts 566,584 524,692
Donations 2,790 3,346
569,374 528,038
Other trading activities 14,145 31,124
Community Fundraising 20,050 8,919
Interest receivable 34 -
Total incoming resources 589,458 536,957
EXPENDITURE
Charitable activities
Grants to other charities 150,831 210,121
Other
Freelance consultancy services 150,934 121,086
Rent and venue hire 45,519 50,734
Meeting costs - 850
Computer costs 5,300 9,210
Insurance 1,208 934
Sundry expenses 2,261 2,833
Marketing material 5,264 12,009
Refreshments, food and beverages 18,367 21,467
Fundraising expenses 4,209 690
Training programmes 24,549 7,661
Volunteer expenses 180 202
Membership and subscriptions 1,007 118
Other expenses 1,900 2,561
Equipment 1,782 3,310
Activity provider 62,236 49,955
Resources 2,096 948
Restricted Expenses 785 -
DBS checks 12 660
Cleaning expenses - 10
Mentorship provider 18,828 17,251
Grant underspend - 3,357
Toy run expenses 3,100 4,000
Recruitment expenses - 4,770
349,537 314,616

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Management 569,374 528,038
Wages 46,702 14,429
Social security 4,634 2,363
Pensions 3,000 473
Telephone 4,398 3,536
Postage and stationery 813 342
Legal and professional fees 918 783
Travel and Accommodation 2,570 819
63,035 22,745
Finance
Bank charges 72 62
Governance costs
Accountancy and legal fees 1,409 1,339
564,884 548,883
Net income/(expenditure) 24,574 (11,926)

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