FILI EXPE sr44CJW SPC)FITS FCILINDATIIJN Snow Sports Foundation Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Inspirational snow sports opportunities for students with additional needs Registered Charity No. 1158955 14 Frost House I Chesh3rn Road l Berkham5ted HP4 3AY
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Contents Page No. Charity Details Report of the Trustees io Statement of Financial Activities li Statement of Year End Assets and Liabi lities 13 Notes to the Fina ncial Statements 14 Independent Examiner's Report SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Charity Details The Trustees Mr l. Salmon (Treasurer) Mr. M. Penning MP Miss B Holme Mr S. Allen Ms C. Gordon- from October 2023 Miss N. Stuart (Chairl Registered Office 14 Frost House Chesham Road Berkhamsted HP4 3AY Charity registration number 1158955 Independent Examiner Trevor James FCA DChA FCIE Dormer Cottage West Broyle Chichester West Sussex P019 3PR Bankers Lloyds Bank Marlowes Branch Lloyds Bank plc PO Box 1000 BXI ILT SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Report of the Trustees The Trustees present their Report and Financial Statements for the period l January 2023 to 31 December 2023 Results The statement of fi nancial activities is set out on page 10 which shows the surplus for the period. Tax Status The Charity is exempt from corporation tax and income tax. Principal Objectives The principal objectives and activities of the Charity are as stated in the Trust Deed: TO PROVIDE OR ASSIST IN THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR RECREATION OR OTHER LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION, IN PARTICULAR SNOW SPORTS, OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE NEED OF SUCH FACILITIES BY REASON OF THEIR YOUTH, AGE INFIRMITY OR DISABILITY, FINANCIAL HARDSHIP OR SOCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THEIR CONDITIONS OF LIFE. Review of the Activities of the Charity Who we are Snow Sports Foundation ISSFI gives people with additiona I needs the opportunity to develop their life and social skills through the power of snow sports. The additional needs that SSF supports, but not li mited to, are: Acquired Brain Injury Asperger Syndrome Attention Deficit Disorder IADDI Diabetes Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder IADHDI Hearing Impairment Dyspraxia Rehabilitation Challenges Autism/Autistic Spectrum Disorder Downs Syndrome Epi lepsy Visual Impairment Dyslexia Stroke and Brain Injury SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Benefits The benefits that this funding delivers are.. The recognised improvement of a studenys socia I skills, such as concentration. fitness levels, listening, motivation. motor skills, self-confidence, social interaction, and their abi lity to communicate. The promotion of social inclusion for people with additional needs as. i n most scenarios, they fi nd it difficult to mix easily with others. The education to families, as wel l as local a nd international communities, to fight the stigma associated with additional needs and disabilities. The link with education and snow sports, resulting i n increased social skills within a school envi ronment. Making the identification and management of additional needs by fami lies a positive and beneficial experience. The promotion of participation in a healthy recreation The development of a student's natural abil ities in a physical and mentslly chal lenging sport. Giving a student skills for employabil ity in the snow sports industry as a n instructor teachi ng others or ski Ils to work within the industry. A positive impact on people's lives. What we do Appl ications for support are submitted from individuals, small groups le.g Day Care Centre, DENS, disa bil ity support groups), schools and colleges. Each a ppl ication is i ndividually reviewed by the Trustees against the charitvs funding criteria and then ag reed or declined each applica nt is sent a n email advising them of the result. For those individuals or groups that the charity can support, they are advised to contact the service provider they wish to use directly to arrange their lessons. The chosen service provider invoices the charity for the lesson in advance, if a lesson is cancel led for any reason, it is either rearranged or a credit note is issued. SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Funded projects From direct funding to the Snow Sports Foundation: Private lessons for 140 students Life skills community connection5 for 132 students Inclusive programs for 424 students from diverse schools and organisations.. o Alf riston School o Lonsdale School o Oaklands College Woodlands School Bucks Ca rers Icarried over from 20221 o Pentland School (Carried over from 20221 From John Lyons restricted funding with the funding manged by The Snow Sports Foundation. 41 students from five London Boroughs received 10 skii ng lessons equating to £50k, for the 3rd year of funding Group l. 32 students from three London Boroughs received 10 skiing lesson equating to £30k. The remaining £IOk having been unspent in 2023 to be forwarded into 2024 Group SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 2024 plans A key objective for the Foundation continues to be future proofing the long-term support and development of SEN schools/group5 and individuals, particularly those schools that we are already supporting who have committed their teacher, curriculum and transport ti me and costs or thei r students. Each year these schools have a whole new year group of additional needs students. so there is a continuous flow of students who have never had this opportunity. It is so important we can continue to support the physical, emotional, and menta I wellbeing of SEN students through this unique mea ningful activity, not currently offered by a ny loca I services or other com munity-based organisations. To make this happen in the most effective way, we are working with a freelance bid writer who has set up an ongoi ng process of identifying relevant funders who fund in our sector. This wil I provide a great foundation for the bid writer to pull together suc cessful bid documents to help us achieve our financial targets. SSF will conti nue to offer funding for individual lessons where a prospective student does not attend one of the partner Schools or where they are above school age. The charity will continuously research other SEN educational estsblishments for primary, seconda ry and college students. We are continuing to apply for f unding for the other schools and colleges. Ideal ly, we would like to raise further f unds to provide= Individual student grants £io.o(10 3 new SEN schools/groupslcol leges @ £12,000 per school £36,000 Support grants for 'young carers, life skills groups, £10,000 Support grants for 'additional needs student group, life skills snow activities £10,000 Support grants for additional needs students for their instructors, qualifications £6.000 Icovering 3 students per yearl. Trai ning courses for instructors covering. mental health first aid, sports psychology, NHS additional needs training. £6,000 NB.. The figures a re estimates based on historical data. The actual funding required by each school/college will vary. depending on the number of students in the year group ta king lessons. SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Impact statements Below is a selection of feedback from the students, including adult a nd young carers, individuals, a nd schools= Case study - One of our pupils who receives Tier 3 support Ithe highest level of support offered at The Rise) attended skiing over the past year. This pupil often struggles to go out on class trips as he fi nds the experience too overwhelming. He has needed to be always supported by two members of staff on his social learni ng trips offsite. Once he was supported to try skiing, he absolutely fell in love with it. He has attended al I the lessons offered a nd was able to manage his emotions well enough to take part in the lessons with conf idence. Skii ng has given him the incentive to work hard on his safe behaviours in school, as he knew there was ski ing which he was looki ng forward to each week. It was fantastic to be able to see him engaging with the ski instructors, as he often struggles Wlth new people. We were incredibly proud when he transitioned to the big slope and was able to do this independently. It is a huge achievement for this young ma n, and we look forward to him attending lessons again this year to further develop his skiing and social development. Below is a selection of further feedback.. 'It's been so good for me,. it's given me a purpose outside of the home and I laughed l ike I haven't for a long time thank you. '1 loved the course,. it was a great idea. Carers have difficult, busy, complicated lives so it was hel pful to have the chance to do something during the day and learn a new life skill, it is something I have always wanted to do." "Goi ng to the top on the small slope, making new friends." .1 learnt to put on my jacket a nd trousers by myself which felt good." '1 enjoyed the competitions that were set and was pleased I was able to ski and do a snowplough." SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 'At first, I found the travellator scary, but I learnt how to do it independently." "This funding conti nues to impact our pupils positively. Not only the enjoyment and progression you see during the session, but the motivation pupils receive to communicate, access the community, and engage in an activity that has a positive effect on their health and well-being. We are extremely fortunate to be in the position to do this and we thank you." "Getti ng the control and confidence. 'Nan expressed that she would like to say thank you to the team and said that when she attended skiing with (young carersl last week, she could see "such a difference in his confidence" and that he has "loved every minute of it" Nan said that the activity has been 'perfect and exactly what he needs at the moment." 'It was fantastic I I had not realised how much I needed the break from caring until I started this course. It was nice to use my bra in to lea rn Something new a nd think about something other than my son. After each session I felt energised and much more optimistic about the future. l also made new friends. Sadly, four sessions were not enough,. six would have been better as it took me a long time to get over my fears., .1 enjoyed skiing i nside, outdoors would be too much but inside it felt safe enough, and I could ta ke a break to get wa rm if I needed. Accounts preparation The Trustees conf irm that the accounts comply with current statutory requirements and with those of the governing i nstrument. Approved a nd signed on beha If of the Trustees on 19th February 2024. Chair Mis5 N Stuart SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Statement of financial activities Rec81 and Pa ments Unrestrictèd Funds 1 Jan 2023 1 Jan 2022 to lo 31 De¢ 2023 31 Dec 2022 Recei Thompson Family Trust Donations M&M Dartin Vir in Mone Simon Shakes Donations - Susan Shaeffer Donation for bid writer Donations, le acies and 50,000 50.000 eare 7,200 21,565 1,800 6.556 rants other Total Rg¢9i 78.765 58.356 Pa Snow Sports Sessions Bid Writer ents 72,017 7,200 33.689 1.800 Web and Advertisin Sundry 384 291 396 1,150 Totsl Pa ments 79.892 37.035 luslDeficit for eriod .1.127 21,321 Income John L on's Charil Childwi¢k Trust Expenditure John L on's Charil Childw¢k Trust SurpluslDeficit for period John L on's Charil Childwck Trust Restrlcted Funds ' 100,000 50.000 80,000 59.154 9.680 20,000 .154 -9.680 Unrestricted & Restricted Funds 18.873 2.487 Totsl Su luslDeficit for Period io SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Statement of Year End Assets and Liabilities Assets At 31.12.23 At 31.12.22 Cash at Bank 130,886 112,013 Funds surplus blf from 31.12.22 surplusldeficil for year 112,013 18,873 109,526 2,487 Surplus clf 130,886 112,013 Surplus carried forward made up of.. Unrestricted Funding Restricted Fundi ng £50,173 £80 713 £130 886 th Approved a nd signed on beha If of the Trustees on 19 February 2024 Chair Miss N Stuart Treasurer Mr I Salmon li SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Notes to SOFA Restricted Funds Recei pts and Payments Breakdown: John Lyon's Charity- Village School John Lyon's Charity - Ski Instructor John Lyon's Charity - Schools in Partnership Childwick Trust Total Receipts Expenditure Coachi ng Surplus/Deficit for the period Surplus Carried Forward £0 £0 £0 £0 £ioo,000 £80,000 £0 £0 £ioo,000 £80.000 £0 £0 £20,000 £0 £20,000 £9,943 £31 £70,419 £320 £80,713 12 SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Note to the Financial Statements Accounting policies The Account5 have been prepared in accordance with the SORP FRS 102 on a receipts and payments basis. Restrirted and unrestricted funds The funds received this period have been split between restricted a nd unrestricted funds, as shown in the financial statement. Reserves policy A small reserve of £5,000 is held i n the charity's bank account as the charity has no overhead or running costs and therefore a large reserve is not required. The trustees deem it prudent to ensure that there are adequate reserves to meet all invoices and therefore, when funding is committed, the Treasurer reduces the amount of funding avai lable for al location. Voluntary help The charity benefits from all the trustees giving their ti me volunta ri ly. Value Added Tax As the charity is una ble to reclaim va lue added tax, all expenditure i n these fi na ncial Statements is shown incl usive of val ue added tax, where appropriate Depreciation and stock The charity has no depreciable assets and holds no stock. Trustees, remuneration No trustees received any remuneration during the period and no trustees received reimbursement for expenses. Any clai m for expenses would be subject to the charity's normal i nternal control procedures. Independent Examinerfs Fees Independent Examiner's Fee £155 Related Parties There were no tra nsactions with related parties that require disclosure for the year ended 31 December 202312022.. Nonel 13 SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of The Snow Sports Foundation I report on my examination of the accounts of The Snow Sports Foundation (the Charity) for the year ended 31 December 2023. This report is made solely to the Charitvs trustees, as a body, in accordance with the Charities Act 2011. My work has been undertaken so that I might state to the Cha ritys trustees those matters l am required to state to them in an independent exa mi ner's report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Charity and the Charitys trustees as a body, for any work, for this report, or for the opi nions I have formed. Responsibilities and basis of report As the Charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the fi nancia I statements in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 20111"the ACY'I. You consider that an audit is not required for the year under section 144121 of the Act and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsi bility to.. examine the fi nancia I statements under section 145 of the Act,. follow the procedures laid down in general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 144121 of the Act,. and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of the independent examiner's report My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An exa mination i ncludes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charity and a comparison of the fi na ncia I statements presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the financial statements and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertsken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fa ir view. and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. 14 SPCIT£ TIQ
Report and Financial Statements for the period l January to 31 December 2023 Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of The Snow Sports Foundation (continued) Independent examiner's statement In connection with my examination no matter has come to my attention- which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Act,. and to prepare financial statements which accord with the accounting records a nd comply with the accounting requi rements of the Act have not been met, or to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached. T E Jo-*Trt£4 Trevor James FCA DChA FCIE Dormer Cottage West Broyle Chichester West Sussex P019 3PR th 19 February 2024 Independent Examination of Charity Accounts.. Examiner5, Guide ICC321.. An independent examiner wa5 described in section 145llllal of the 2011 Act as 'an independent person who is reasonably believed by the charity trustees to have the requisite ability and practical experience to carry out a cotnpetent examination of the accounts. For financial years ending on or after 31 March 2015, once a charitvs gross income exceeds £250,000, the examiner must be a person who is a member of one of the lyJdiÈs listed in the 2011 Acr, as amended by the 2015 Order, and should be allowed by the rules of that body to undertake the role of independent examiner. As the Charitie5 Income does not extred £250,OW the independent examiner does not need to be a tnember of one of the bodies listed in the 2011 Act. Is SPCIT£ TIQ