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← Bishops Stortford Youth Project Limited

2025-07-31-accounts

REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 08407987 (England and Wales) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1154678

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND

UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025

FOR

BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

Marsh Solutions Limited 82 Berechurch Hall Road Colchester Essex CO2 8RF

BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the year ended 31 July 2025

Page
Report of the Trustees 1 to 6
Independent Examiner's Report 7
Statement of Financial Activities 8
Balance Sheet 9 to 10
Notes to the Financial Statements 11 to 22
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 23 to 24

BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES for the year ended 31 July 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 July 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

Overview

Each year Bishop's Stortford Youth Project (BSYP) publishes a report, in-line with the requirements from the Charity Commission that looks back at the last 12 months. As we do this, we not only want to review the previous year but also look forward to the year ahead.

BSYP is a local charity working in partnership with Community Church Bishop's Stortford (CCBS) and Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) in order to serve the needs of young people. Our vision is to welcome, engage, encourage and empower young people and the youth culture in Bishop's Stortford and surrounding areas, by providing a youth café, mental well-being support, and mentoring for 11 - 18s along with community building activities and events.

We want to help provide strong foundations for young people where they can flourish and grow into well-rounded, grounded adults who contribute as individuals and are part of their community and society.

We, as the Trustees of the charity, are so proud of the work that the charity does impacting the lives of young people, helping them to make the most of the opportunities available to them. Our hope is that as you read this report you will not only learn about the charity but also catch the heart behind what we do.

Public Benefit

The Trustees confirm that they have referred to the guidance contained in the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit when reviewing the charity's aims and objects and in planning future activities and setting policy for the year.

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES

for the year ended 31 July 2025

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES LEADERSHIP OF THE PROJECT

The Trustee team

We aim to have a minimum team of five voluntary Trustees who oversee the project to ensure that it maintains good working practice. The team meets a minimum every three months and sets strategic direction, drawing on the expertise of individuals to help drive us towards meeting our goals.

Darren Woolnough - Chair

Darren joined the trustee team in July 2022 and took over the role of Chair in January 2023 Darren works in London as the Managing Director of a company within the TV, Sport, Film, Music, Fashion & Music Industries. Darren is married to Annie and they have 3 young children.

Darren has a huge passion for youth and is keen to ensure they have a safe place to have fun and to develop their skillset as they journey towards adulthood.

Jefferey Buck - Treasurer

Jeff has been part of the project almost since its inception. He brings a wealth of wisdom and experience gained from years of running his own business, which are ideal for his role as treasurer. He is instrumental in the financial integrity of the project and is pleased to be able to use his skills and experience to make a positive contribution in the lives of the young people of the town.

David Guest

David joined the trustee team in 2017. He works as a musician and co-runs a business, both of which allow him to bring creativity and knowledge of running a business to the team. David also studied Law at University and brings this insight to the role.

Rachel Jones - Secretary

Rachel joined the trustee team in December 2021. She is a mother of 3 daughters and supports the local community in various groups. She is also a part time Post Mistress serving the people in her area who cannot necessarily make it into town

Caroline Clark

Caz joined the trustee team in July 2022. She brings a wealth of experience as has worked in the voluntary sector for nearly 20 years, focusing on charities which endeavour to bring life changing hope to people struggling with homelessness and addiction; she was an Acting CEO and Deputy CEO for a charity in Shoreditch. More recently she has provided PA and finance admin for her husband's business as well as working part time in an arts café. She has been a Trustee for local charities in London and Hertfordshire for over 13 years.

Rebecca Millican

Rebecca joined the trustee team in August 2022 after moving to England in 2021. She is a qualified Maths and Science teacher, having worked as a cafe supervisor throughout her studies. Rebecca has a number of years of youth work experience that she brings to her role to offer insight into working with community and schools.

Gareth McCormick

Gareth joined the trustees' team in March 2025 although he has been involved with the charity in an advisory capacity for many years. Gareth is an elder at Community Church Bishops Stortford and brings to the charity his extensive experience in leadership, mentoring and strategic planning. He has a deep passion to see young people championed, equipped and empowered.

Our Staff Team

Throughout 2025, Thirst Café has continued to be a welcoming, supportive space for young people-placing a strong focus on mental well-being, connection, and reducing social isolation.

Thanks to securing significant grant funding, we've been able to grow what we offer. This support has allowed us to expand our services and strengthen our team. Thirst Café now employs two full-time and two part-time staff members on fixed-term contracts, alongside a dedicated and growing group of volunteers. We were also delighted to welcome three new team members this year.

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES for the year ended 31 July 2025

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

Jake Tucker - Chief Executive Officer

Jake has been part of the Thirst journey since September 2015 and brings over 18 years of experience working with young people in a wide range of settings. His passion, leadership, and commitment ensure Thirst Café continues to provide high-quality, meaningful support for young people in our community.

Tina Liu - Youth Worker

Tina joined the team in July 2020 and is passionate about helping young people build confidence, discover their strengths, and challenge themselves. She plays a key role in supporting young people on their personal development journeys at Thirst Café.

Ben Frain - Youth Worker and Operations Manager

Ben began his time at Thirst as a volunteer before joining the staff team in July 2021. He is particularly passionate about creative expression and supporting young people who may be struggling. In June 2023, Ben became a full-time member of staff. Alongside his youth work, he also oversees the day-to-day operations of Thirst Café.

Amanda Orange - Youth Worker

Amanda joined the team in April 2022 and is currently training to be a counsellor. She plays an important role in mentoring young people and supporting our well-being-focused projects, offering care, guidance, and a listening ear to those who need it most.

Part time Sessional Workers

Throughout the year, our part-time and sessional workers provide vital support, helping us extend opening hours and run activities during school holidays. Their contribution ensures Thirst Café remains a safe, supportive, and consistent space for young people to relax, connect, and feel at home.

ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE

Activities during last 12 months

Over the past year, Thirst Youth Café has remained a vibrant, open-access space for young people. Our regular drop-in sessions run from Tuesday to Friday (3-6pm) and Saturdays (1-5pm), welcoming around 500 young people who attend on a consistent basis.

Alongside our core sessions, we've delivered a range of engaging activities during school holidays. These have included trips to Aqua Splash, escape rooms, laser tag, and go-karting-offering young people fun, confidence-building experiences outside their usual routines.

Our well-being project, delivered in partnership with the NHS, continues to provide a dedicated 'holding space' on Monday afternoons. This offers vital support for young people who are waiting to access specialist services. The impact of this work has been widely recognised by our NHS partners and has received several award nominations.

Our in-school mentoring programme, launched in February 2022, has continued to grow. We now work with five local secondary schools, having expanded from four. A team of eight mentors supports up to 20 young people at any one time, offering structured guidance over six to ten-week periods. We are keen to further develop our volunteer mentor team to reach even more students.

We also maintain strong partnerships within the community. Working with ASPECTS, we continue to deliver the Crucial Crew programme, supporting over 700 Year 6 pupils as they prepare for the move to secondary school. In addition, our partnership with Grove Cottage, a subsidiary of Mencap, provides people with learning disabilities the opportunity to gain practical experience in café operations at Thirst Youth Café.

Finally, we support a group of home-educating families who hire our space on a fortnightly basis, using the café environment to enrich their children's learning and social experiences.

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES for the year ended 31 July 2025

IMPACT & OUTCOMES

The Bishop's Stortford Youth Project (BSYP) is dedicated to

We achieve our aims by providing Thirst Youth Cafe - a safe space, in Bishop's Stortford, for young people, aged 11 - 18, to meet friendsw, have fun, and be themselves.

Survey Insights (2025)

In our latest survey:

97% of respondents said we have positively impacted their lives

We are open at least five days a week, after-school, on Saturdays, and during school holidays. At BSYP, a safe space means more than just physical safety-it's about creating an environment where young people feel valued, supported, and free to grow without fear of judgment.

STRATEGIC PLANNING AND SUSTAINABILITY

The Council is continuing to offer us the lease at a significant discount to the market rate which we are very grateful for, as without this we would not be able to continue to operate. The council are reviewing our rental agreement, we continue to communicate/negotiate with them to ensure the best outcome for the charity. The charity has negotiated a one-year extension on the same terms until summer 2026.

Although the financial year ended with an increased deficit. the trustees are confident of having sufficient funds available at the current year end.

Any growth or expansion of the project is planned with long-term sustainability in mind.

Sponsors

We continue to receive wonderful support from national and local individuals, churches, and organisations.

We give particular thanks to Postcode Places Trust, BBC Children in Need, Bishops Stortford Town Council, Central Social & Recreational Trust, Essex Community Foundation, Essex Youth Trust, Fowler Smith & Jones, Garfield Weston Foundation, Hertfordshire Community Foundation, Hertfordshire County Council, Tesco Community Grant, East Herts District Council, John Laing Charitable Trust, Christopher Laing Foundation, National Lottery Community Fund, Shanly Foundation, Simon Gibson Charitable Trust, Sisters of the Holy Cross, Mrs Smith & Mount Trust, Bishops Stortford Chamber of Commerce, St James Thorley, Tees Law, The Rotary Club, Abbvie Ltd, Albert Hunt Trust,Bauer Trust, Benefect Trust, Bishop Radford Trust,Robert Clutterbuck Charitable Trust, the Methodist Church, Quilters Ash Valley, St Michaels PCC, Bishops Stortford Mayors Fund, Councilor Calvin Horner, and the Christian Community Church Bishop's Stortford, as well as the many individuals who have supported us through the year.

Also, as mentioned earlier, our thanks to our landlords, Hertfordshire County Council, for their continued support.

We also would like to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful volunteers. We are really grateful for their continued dedication and support.

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES for the year ended 31 July 2025

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial Summary

We had an income of £146,466 in the financial year 2024/245 which was a decrease of £18,339 on the previous year. All of the grant income of £60,110 received in the financial year was restricted, as shown in the statement of financial activities and balance sheet.

Other funds raised have come from donations from the community church and its members, local churches, schools, and businesses. We ended with a deficit for the financial year of £28,909 which is £20,618 more than the previous year.

The current year continues to be demanding with available funding reflecting the prevalent difficult financial environment. The trustees continue to look for new sources of grant funding both from grant bodies and the private sector.

Fundraising Plan

The Trustees review the on-going fundraising achievements at each trustees' meeting.

Reserves policy

The Trustee Boards has examined the charity's requirements for reserves in light of the main risks to the organisation. It has established a policy whereby the unrestricted funds not committed or invested in tangible fixed assets held by the charity should be 6 months of the expenditure. Budgeted expenditure for 2025/26 is £170,000 and therefore the target is £85,000 in general funds.

The reserves are needed to meet the working capital requirements of the charity and the Trustees are confident that at this level they would be able to continue the current activities of the charity in the event of a significant drop in funding. The present level of reserves available to the charity of £120,879 therefore are above this target level.

When we have sufficient reserves so that we can reasonably continue to plan an operating deficit in order to increase our public benefit, we will do so; otherwise, we will seek to reduce costs and/or increase fundraising.

FUTURE PLANS

Looking ahead, we plan to:

With continued support, we can grow our impact and ensure that more young people in Bishop's Stortford have access to the opportunities and support they need.

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.

Recruitment and appointment of new trustees

On appointment any new Trustees are advised to read the Charity Commission's guidance. they are also encourage to ask any questions of existing trustees.

Legal Information

Bishop's Stortford Youth Project (company registration no. 08407987) is a registered charity (no.1154678) limited by guarantee and trades under the name Thirst Youth Café.

The charitable objectives of Bishop's Stortford Youth Project Limited trading as 'Thirst Youth Café' are 'to engage, promote and develop the Young people and the youth culture of Bishop's Stortford'

The registered address is: The Charis Centre, Water Lane, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 2JZ.

The charity's activities are centred on The Thirst Youth Café, 76 South Street, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 3AZ.

Risk Assessment

Major risks have been reviewed and systems and procedures have been put in place to manage these risks. These policies are reviewed yearly by the Operations Manager, who in turn reports his findings to the Trustees.

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES

for the year ended 31 July 2025

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Company number

08407987 (England and Wales)

Registered Charity number 1154678

Registered office

The Charis Centre Water Lane Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 2JZ

Trustees

R Millican D Woolnough - Chair C Clark R Jones (resigned 16.6.25) D Guest J Buck

Independent Examiner Christopher Marsh FMAAT Marsh Solutions Limited 82 Berechurch Hall Road Colchester Essex CO2 8RF

25/02/2026 Approved by order of the board of trustees on ............................................. and signed on its behalf by: ........................................................................ J Buck - Trustee

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Bishops Stortford Youth Project ('the Company')

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for the year ended 31 July 2025.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act').

Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of your charity's accounts as carried out under Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act'). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

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

  1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by Section 386 of the 2006 Act; or

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

  3. the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the 2006 Act 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; or

  4. the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities (applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)).

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.

Christopher Marsh FMAAT

The Association of Accounting Technicians

Marsh Solutions Limited 82 Berechurch Hall Road Colchester Essex CO2 8RF 25/02/2026 Date: .............................................

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) for the year ended 31 July 2025

Unrestricted
fund
Notes
£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
2
64,783
Charitable activities
4
Youth Project
-
Other trading activities
3
19,450
Total
84,233
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
19,266
Charitable activities
Youth Project
78,747
Total
98,013
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)
(13,780)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
147,639
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
133,859		 Restricted
funds
£
503
60,110
1,620
62,233
2,554
74,808
77,362
(15,129)
33,331
18,202		 31.7.25
Total
funds
£
65,286
60,110
21,070
146,466
21,820
153,555
175,375
(28,909)
180,970
152,061		 31.7.24
Total
funds
£
38,762
110,132
15,911
164,805
19,965
153,131
173,096
(8,291)
189,261
180,970

CONTINUING OPERATIONS

All income and expenditure has arisen from continuing activities.

The notes form part of these financial statements

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT (REGISTERED NUMBER: 08407987)

BALANCE SHEET

31 July 2025

Unrestricted
fund
Notes
£
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
9
7,413
CURRENT ASSETS
Stocks
10
609
Debtors
11
5,259
Cash at bank and in hand
123,261
129,129
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year
12
(2,683)
NET CURRENT ASSETS
126,446
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
133,859
NET ASSETS
133,859
FUNDS
13
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
TOTAL FUNDS		 Restricted
funds
£
-
-
-
18,202
18,202
-
18,202
18,202
18,202		 31.7.25
Total
funds
£
7,413
609
5,259
141,463
147,331
(2,683)
144,648
152,061
152,061
133,859
18,202
152,061		 31.7.24
Total
funds
£
14,640
978
3,890
165,670
170,538
(4,208)
166,330
180,970
180,970
147,639
33,331
180,970

The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 July 2025.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 31 July 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for

The notes form part of these financial statements

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT (REGISTERED NUMBER: 08407987)

BALANCE SHEET - continued 31 July 2025

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to charitable companies subject to the small companies regime.

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on ............................................. and were signed on its behalf by: 25/02/2026

............................................. J Buck - Trustee

The notes form part of these financial statements

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the year ended 31 July 2025

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements and assessment of going concern

The financial statements of the charitable company, 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 Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

The financial statements are presented in sterling (£).

The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.

Critical accounting judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty

In preparing financial statements it is necessary to make certain judgements, estimated and assumptions that affect the amounts recognised in the financial statements. The following judgements and estimates are considered by the trustees to have most significant effect on amounts recognised in the financial statements.

Useful economic life of tangible fixed assets:

The annual depreciation charge for tangible assets is sensitive to changes in the estimated useful economic lives and residual values of the assets. The useful economic lives and residual values are reassessed annually. They are amended when necessary to reflect current estimates, based on technological advancement, future investments, economic utilisation and the physical condition of the assets.

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

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.

Tangible fixed assets

Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.

Improvements to property - 10% on cost Fixtures and fittings - 20% on cost Equipment - 20% on cost

Stocks

Stocks are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value, after making due allowance for obsolete and slow moving items.

Taxation

The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.

Debtors

Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid.

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued for the year ended 31 July 2025

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued

Cash at bank and in hand

Cash at bank and in hand includes cash, current bank accounts and deposit bank accounts with no withdrawal limitations.

Creditors

Creditors are recognised where then charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors are recognised at their settlement amount.

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 purposes.

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

Pension costs and other post-retirement benefits

The charitable company operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charitable company's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate.

2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES

DONATIONS AND LEGACIES
31.7.25 31.7.24
£ £
Donations 61,246 35,372
Gift aid 4,040 3,390
65,286 38,762
OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES
31.7.25 31.7.24
£ £
Shop income 15,777 11,293
Other fund raising activities 5,293 4,618
21,070 15,911

3. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued

for the year ended 31 July 2025

4. INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES

Activity
Grants
Youth Project
Grants received, included in the above, are as follows:
Abbvie Ltd
Albert Hunt Trust
BBC Children in Need
Benefact Trust
Bishop Radford Trust
Central Social & Recreational Trust
Essex Youth Trust
Garfield Weston Foundation
HCC
HCF Warm Spaces
Herts Community Foundation (HCF)
Herts Community No1 Grant
John Laing Charitable Trust
Locality
Mrs Smith & Mount Trust
National Lottery
National Lottery - Million Hours
Postcode Places Trust
Robert Clutterbuck Charitable Trust
Shanly Foundation
Simon Gibson Charitable Trust
Sisters of the Holy Cross
Tees Better Future Fund
5.
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)
Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting):
Depreciation - owned assets
Independent Examination		 31.7.25
£
60,110
31.7.25
£
5,000
5,000
-
7,200
2,000
-
-
15,000
500
-
4,000
-
-
-
-
19,910
-
-
1,500
-
-
-
-
60,110
31.7.25
£
7,227
1,235		 31.7.24
£
110,132
31.7.24
£
-
-
10,000
-
-
1,000
2,000
15,000
-
2,000
10,000
2,000
1,000
500
5,000
-
9,632
20,000
-
2,000
5,000
20,000
5,000
110,132
31.7.24
£
10,309
1,235

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued for the year ended 31 July 2025

6. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

During the year one of the trustees, Caroline Clark, received remuneration of £nil (2024: £500) for providing a series of creative arts workshops.

There were no further remunerations or benefits given to the trustees.

Trustees' expenses

There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 July 2025 nor for the year ended 31 July 2024.

Key management

The trustees consider the role of Key Management to be that of the CEO.

During the year, Key Management received remuneration totalling £35,000 of gross salary (2024: £35,000)

7. STAFF COSTS

The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:


All employees
No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.
COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
Unrestricted
fund
£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
37,757
Charitable activities
Youth Project
-
Other trading activities
14,291
Total
52,048
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
13,324
Charitable activities
Youth Project
47,730
Total
61,054
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)
(9,006)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
156,642
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
147,636		 31.7.25

3
Restricted
funds
£
1,005
110,132
1,620
112,757
6,641
105,401
112,042
715
32,619
33,334		 31.7.24
3
Total
funds
£
38,762
110,132
15,911
164,805
19,965
153,131
173,096
(8,291)
189,261
180,970

8. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued

for the year ended 31 July 2025

9. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS

Improvements
Fixtures
to
and
property
fittings
£
£
COST
At 1 August 2024 and 31 July 2025
106,572
12,141
DEPRECIATION
At 1 August 2024
101,999
8,708
Charge for year
4,513
690
At 31 July 2025
106,512
9,398
NET BOOK VALUE
At 31 July 2025
60
2,743
At 31 July 2024
4,573
3,433
10.
STOCKS
Stocks
11.
DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
Trade debtors
Other debtors
Gift Aid
Prepayments		 Equipment
£
23,096
16,462
2,024
18,486
4,610
6,634
31.7.25
£
609
31.7.25
£
400
2,283
-
2,576
5,259		 Totals
£
141,809
127,169
7,227
134,396
7,413
14,640
31.7.24
£
978
31.7.24
£
180
120
770
2,820
3,890

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued for the year ended 31 July 2025

12. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR

Trade creditors
Social security and other taxes
Other creditors
Accrued expenses
13.
MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
Hertfordshire Community Foundation
HCC
Tesco Community Grant
Shanly Foundation
Postcode Places Trust
BBC Children in Need
The National Lottery
Locality Grant
Central Social & Recreational Trust
Essex Youth Trust
National Lottery - Million Hours
Rotary
Tees Better Futures
Stort Valley Health
Abbvie Ltd
Benefact Trust
Bishop Radford Trust
Robert Clutterbuck Charitable Trust
TOTAL FUNDS		 At 1.8.24
£
147,639
10,000
306
116
2,000
2
9,751
-
760
1,000
1,822
454
500
5,000
1,620
-
-
-
-
33,331
180,970		 31.7.25
£
1,448
-
-
1,235
2,683
Net
movement
in funds
£
(13,780)
(8,324)
(306)
(116)
(2,000)
(2)
(8,759)
2,574
(760)
(1,000)
(1,822)
(454)
(500)
(5,000)
(1,200)
2,263
7,200
2,000
1,077
(15,129)
(28,909)		 31.7.24
£
-
2,606
402
1,200
4,208
At
31.7.25
£
133,859
1,676
-
-
-
-
992
2,574
-
-
-
-
-
-
420
2,263
7,200
2,000
1,077
18,202
152,061

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued

for the year ended 31 July 2025

13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

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

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
Hertfordshire Community Foundation
HCC
Tesco Community Grant
Shanly Foundation
Postcode Places Trust
BBC Children in Need
Garfield Weston Foundation
The National Lottery
Locality Grant
HCF Warm Spaces
Central Social & Recreational Trust
Essex Youth Trust
National Lottery - Million Hours
Rotary
Tees Better Futures
Stort Valley Health
Abbvie
Albert Hunt Trust
Bauer Trust
Benefact Trust
Bishop Radford Trust
Robert Clutterbuck Charitable Trust
TOTAL FUNDS		 Incoming
resources
£
84,233
2,001
-
-
-
-
-
15,000
19,911
500
2,000
-
-
-
-
-
1,620
5,001
5,000
500
7,200
2,000
1,500
62,233
146,466		 Resources
Movement
expended
in funds
£
£
(98,013)
(13,780)
(10,325)
(8,324)
(306)
(306)
(116)
(116)
(2,000)
(2,000)
(2)
(2)
(8,759)
(8,759)
(15,000)
-
(17,337)
2,574
(1,260)
(760)
(2,000)
-
(1,000)
(1,000)
(1,822)
(1,822)
(454)
(454)
(500)
(500)
(5,000)
(5,000)
(2,820)
(1,200)
(2,738)
2,263
(5,000)
-
(500)
-
-
7,200
-
2,000
(423)
1,077
(77,362)
(15,129)
(175,375)
(28,909)

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued

for the year ended 31 July 2025

13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Comparatives for movement in funds

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
Essex Community Foundation
Hertfordshire Community Foundation
Fowler, Smith and Jones
HCC
Tesco Community Grant
Shanly Foundation
Postcode Places Trust
BBC Children in Need
Garfield Weston Foundation
Locality Grant
Simon Gibson Charitable Trust
HCF Warm Spaces
Mrs Smith & Mount Trust
Thorley St James
Central Social & Recreational Trust
Essex Youth Trust
National Lottery - Million Hours
Rotary
Tees Better Futures
Stort Valley Health
TOTAL FUNDS		 At 1.8.23
£
156,642
3,800
-
2,000
8,000
931
-
-
7,865
318
760
2,318
127
5,000
1,500
-
-
-
-
-
-
32,619
189,261		 Net
movement
in funds
£
(9,003)
(3,800)
10,000
(2,000)
(7,694)
(815)
2,000
2
1,886
(318)
-
(2,318)
(127)
(5,000)
(1,500)
1,000
1,822
454
500
5,000
1,620
712
(8,291)		 At
31.7.24
£
147,639
-
10,000
-
306
116
2,000
2
9,751
-
760
-
-
-
-
1,000
1,822
454
500
5,000
1,620
33,331
180,970

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued

for the year ended 31 July 2025

13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

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

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
Essex Community Foundation
Hertfordshire Community Foundation
Fowler, Smith and Jones
HCC
Tesco Community Grant
Shanly Foundation
Sisters of the Holy Cross
Postcode Places Trust
BBC Children in Need
Garfield Weston Foundation
Locality Grant
Simon Gibson Charitable Trust
HCF Warm Spaces
Mrs Smith & Mount Trust
Thorley St James
Central Social & Recreational Trust
Essex Youth Trust
John Laing Charitable Trust
National Lottery - Million Hours
Rotary
Tees Better Futures
Stort Valley Health
TOTAL FUNDS		 Incoming
resources
£
52,048
-
12,000
-
-
-
2,000
20,000
20,001
10,000
15,001
500
5,002
2,000
5,001
500
1,000
2,000
1,000
9,632
500
5,000
1,620
112,757
164,805		 Resources
Movement
expended
in funds
£
£
(61,051)
(9,003)
(3,800)
(3,800)
(2,000)
10,000
(2,000)
(2,000)
(7,694)
(7,694)
(815)
(815)
-
2,000
(20,000)
-
(19,999)
2
(8,114)
1,886
(15,319)
(318)
(500)
-
(7,320)
(2,318)
(2,127)
(127)
(10,001)
(5,000)
(2,000)
(1,500)
-
1,000
(178)
1,822
(1,000)
-
(9,178)
454
-
500
-
5,000
-
1,620
(112,045)
712
(173,096)
(8,291)

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued

for the year ended 31 July 2025

13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

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

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
Essex Community Foundation
Hertfordshire Community Foundation
Fowler, Smith and Jones
HCC
Tesco Community Grant
BBC Children in Need
Garfield Weston Foundation
The National Lottery
Locality Grant
Simon Gibson Charitable Trust
HCF Warm Spaces
Mrs Smith & Mount Trust
Thorley St James
Stort Valley Health
Abbvie Ltd
Benefact Trust
Bishop Radford Trust
Robert Clutterbuck Charitable Trust
TOTAL FUNDS		 At 1.8.23
£
156,642
3,800
-
2,000
8,000
931
7,865
318
-
760
2,318
127
5,000
1,500
-
-
-
-
-
32,619
189,261		 Net
movement
in funds
£
(22,783)
(3,800)
1,676
(2,000)
(8,000)
(931)
(6,873)
(318)
2,574
(760)
(2,318)
(127)
(5,000)
(1,500)
420
2,263
7,200
2,000
1,077
(14,417)
(37,200)		 At
31.7.25
£
133,859
-
1,676
-
-
-
992
-
2,574
-
-
-
-
-
420
2,263
7,200
2,000
1,077
18,202
152,061

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BISHOPS STORTFORD YOUTH PROJECT

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued for the year ended 31 July 2025

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:

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
Essex Community Foundation
Hertfordshire Community Foundation
Fowler, Smith and Jones
HCC
Tesco Community Grant
Shanly Foundation
Sisters of the Holy Cross
Postcode Places Trust
BBC Children in Need
Garfield Weston Foundation
The National Lottery
Locality Grant
Simon Gibson Charitable Trust
HCF Warm Spaces
Mrs Smith & Mount Trust
Thorley St James
Central Social & Recreational Trust
Essex Youth Trust
John Laing Charitable Trust
National Lottery - Million Hours
Rotary
Tees Better Futures
Stort Valley Health
Abbvie Ltd
Albert Hunt
Bauer Trust
Benefact Trust
Bishop Radford Trust
Robert Clutterbuck Charitable Trust
TOTAL FUNDS		 Incoming
resources
£
136,281
-
14,001
-
-
-
2,000
20,000
20,001
10,000
30,001
19,911
1,000
5,002
4,000
5,001
500
1,000
2,000
1,000
9,632
500
5,000
3,240
5,001
5,000
500
7,200
2,000
1,500
174,990
311,271		 Resources
Movement
expended
in funds
£
£
(159,064)
(22,783)
(3,800)
(3,800)
(12,325)
1,676
(2,000)
(2,000)
(8,000)
(8,000)
(931)
(931)
(2,000)
-
(20,000)
-
(20,001)
-
(16,873)
(6,873)
(30,319)
(318)
(17,337)
2,574
(1,760)
(760)
(7,320)
(2,318)
(4,127)
(127)
(10,001)
(5,000)
(2,000)
(1,500)
(1,000)
-
(2,000)
-
(1,000)
-
(9,632)
-
(500)
-
(5,000)
-
(2,820)
420
(2,738)
2,263
(5,000)
-
(500)
-
-
7,200
-
2,000
(423)
1,077
(189,407)
(14,417)
(348,471)
(37,200)

Restricted funds:

Essex Community Foundation/Saffron Community Fund - Running costs

Hertfordshire Community Foundation (HCF) - Targeted & open access to mental health, youth volunteering & activity days.

Fowler Smith & Jones Trust - Maintaining open access

HCC - Youth worker salaries, new projects and core costs

Tesco Community Grant - Healthy eating project

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued for the year ended 31 July 2025

13. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

BBC Children in Need - Mentoring project

Garfield Weston Foundation - Running costs

The National Lottery - Open access & mental wellbeing project

Locality Grants - Volunteer costs

Simon Gibson Charitable Trust - Development of mental wellbeing through creative projects

HCF - Warm Spaces - Providing hot meals to young people

Mrs Smith & Mount Trust - Maintaining open access and targeted youth services

Thorley St James - Running Costs

Sisters of The Holy Cross - Maintaining open access

Central Social & Recreational Trust - School holiday activities

Essex Youth Trust - Youth workers salaries

John Laing Charitable Trust - Mental Wellbeing Project

National Lottery Million Hours - Additional youth activities

Rotary - Maintaining open access

Tees Better Future - Youth workers salaries, running & project costs

Stort Valley Health - Youth counselling services

Abbvie Ltd - Mental Wellbeing Project

Albert Hunt Trust - Maintaining open access

Bauer Trust - Games for café

Benefact Trust - Mentoring project

Bishop Radford Trust - Mentoring project

Robert Clutterbuck Charitable Trust - School holiday activities

Postcode Places Trust - maintaining open access and mental wellbeing

Shanly Foundation - 10 year anniversary events

14. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

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

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