REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THEYEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 for FAMILIES AGAINSTVIOLENCE CHARITY NO 1166240 Families Against Violence Registered Charity No 1166240
CONTENTS i. Referen and Administrative Infomiation 2. Report of the Trustees 3. Independent Examinerfs Report 4. Receipts and Payments Account 5. Statement of Assets and Liabilities 6. Notes to the Financial Statement REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Charity No. 1166240 - Constituted as a Foundation Charitable Incorporated Organisation
Trustees who served in the yearended 31st March 2023 and to the date of this report: Linford Sweeney (Chair).. Full year Ahmed Yassin: Full year Barrington Reeves: September 2022 Alexandra Dixon: August 2021 Will Forwood.. April 2022 Chief Executive: James Gregory Principal Office & Registered Address St Wilfrid's Enterprise Centre Birchvale Close, Hulme Manchester M155BJ Bankers National Westminster Bank 19 Market Street Manchester M1 1WR Website www.fav-uk.org Independent Examiner Neil Yeomans ACA
Trustees Reportforthe Year Ending 31st March 2024 FAMILIES AGAINST VIOLENCE.. DRIVING CHANGE Ourfounder "Every child deserves somebody to tum to. They all deserve encouragement and guidan.. the kind of example set by positive role models. Families Against Violence empowers men to be just thaL We provide support to young, disadvantaged people so that even the most vulnerable can develop self-confidence and self-esteem." James Gregory- Founder & Chief Executive Background Fathers Against Violence fFAW) was established in March 2011 by James Gregory following the death of his son due to gang related violence. The organisation subsequently registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation on 29th March 2016 with the name, Families Against Violen ("FAM").
Objects The Objects of the charity as per its constitution are: _ Providing support and guidan to local young people and their families so that they become more effective members of the community; Addressing and reducing gang and gun culture in the community by using a preventative and early inteNention model Bringing young people togetherwith the aim of promoting social inclusion that will build theirself-esteem, raise theiraspirations and encourage them totake greater responsibility for their actions and decisions Making the work of the charity accessible to all members of the community across Greater Manchester for the public benefiL Mission FAM'S mission is to limit and prevent the damage, disruption and marginalisation of inner-city communities as a result of exposure to gang culture by.. - Delivering sportsactivitiestoyoung children in orderto raise aspirations and provide tailored support toward positive engagement with education. statutory services and community cohesion initiatives- Promoting the positive Influen of fatherfigures and male role models with the aim of reducing violence and criminal activity via a bespoke Mentoring Programme Providing specialist support services foryoung people at risk of exposure to gang culture enabling them to make infomied choices about theirfuture; Providing training to local young people to become sports coaches. supporting them through that process and giving them opporlunities to practice the acquired skills- and Challenging discriminatory policy and practice and informing public perception about issues affecting inner city communities, particularly those of predominantly BME population. Our Services and Activities We run seven (7) 2-hour sessions per week and, in addition, run a Under 21 football team {CUKI FC) that competes in the Manchester Amateur Sunday League. Mondays-AfterSchool Clubfor6- to 11-year-oldsat Moss Side Leisure Centre Mondays - Fitness, Employability & Lifeskills for 18- to 21-year-olds at Platt Lane Sports Complex Wednesdays - After School Club for 12- to 16-year-olds at Moss Side Leisure Centre Thursdays - Fitness, Employability & Lifeskills for 18- to 21-year-olds at Platt Lane Sports Complex Fridays Organised Football Session for 16- to 25-year-olds at Platt Lane Sports Complex
Saturdays- Soccerschool for 6- to 11-year-olds at Platt Lane Sports Complex Saturdays Soccer School for 12- to 16-year-olds at Platt Lane Sports Complex Sundays - CUKI FC U21 matches at various locations in Greater Manchester. Over the 2023124 year we estimate that we have had a total of some 12,000 engagements with children and young people, featuring many hundred distinct individuals. None of this would have course been possible without the efforts of our sessional coaches & classroom leaders (35 in the year) and volunteers (50+ in the year). backed bythe organisationswho have provided financial and in-kind supportforouractivities. We are also indebted lo managementand staff at the local sports facilities we use for their support, advice and patience. These facilities are referenced in the narrative of this Report. MACC, the organisation that supports the voluntary community and social enterprise sector in Manchester, has provided advi and guidance throughout the year. Structure, Governan and Management FAM is a Foundation CIO. The charity is managed on a day-to-day basis by James Gregory, Chief Executive, alongside our independent Trustees with experience and key skills in areas such as Finance, Markeling, HR and Law. The Chair, a renowned Black History researcher, educator and writer has over 20 years voluntary sector experience working closely in partnership with statutory, private and voluntary sector agencies. Our other long-standing Trustee is Ahmed Yassin, an acknowledged local community leaderwith much experience in youth work. He is also an award-winning football coach. The Trustees met regulady throughout the year. Risk Management The Trustees continue to identify the charity's ability to secure consistent and sustainable funding as a key strategic risk. Our core seNices - mentoring. sports-based engagement, health and wellbeing activities - remain in high demand, and without sufficient financial support, our ability to meet that demand would be compromised. This year, we were successful in securing a three-year Reaching Communities grant, which has provided essential stability, including covering our Chief Executive's post. We also received additional support from Phoenix Funding, which enabled us to strengthen delivery coordination and operational oversighL Recognising the increasing complexity and scale of our work, Trustees have acknowledged the need for stronger governan and strategic oversight. As a result, we have embarked on a Trustee recruitment prOsS to broaden the skills and lived experience represented on the Board, with a focus on community leadership, finan. and safeguarding.
Safeguarding remains a live and critical area of risk. While we have not experienced any serious safeguarding incidents, our rising caseload and the vulnerability of the young people we support prompted a proactive review. We commissioned a safeguarding expert to conduct training with staff and review intemal processes. This has led to Ihe implementation of improved escalation procedures, clearer reporting mechanisms, and enhanced supportforfrontline mentors. In addition to operational and funding-related risks, we are increasingly responding to incidents of community unrest that directly affect our beneficiaries. These events often require rapid mobilisation of staff and volunteers, and while our strong community relationships position us to act quickly, they also present challenges around staff wellbeing and capacity. Trustees are monitoring this closelyas partof ourongoing risk assessmentand planning prosses. Development and Achievements 2023124 Between April 2023 and April 2024, Families Against Violence (FAW has undergone a significant period of delivery and development, responding to heightened community tensions, growing demand, and the urgent need for safe, youth-led spaces. Over the past year, we have delivered over 90 hours of targeted mentoring. sport, and wellbeing sessions, with consistent attendance from young people across Moss Side, Hulme, and Longsight. Our reach and relevance continue to grow, with over 150 young people supported in the past month alone, many facing exclusion, violence. or the aftemiath of local unrest. We have seen increased pressure on our Youth Club and mentoring provision, particularly during times of community trauma. when FAV has played a stabilising role. In response to growing concems around gender-based violen, we have expanded girls-only provision with a strongfocuson emotional literacyand safe expression. Feedback from young women has highlighted the importance of culturally sensitive spaces where they can prO$S complex eXperIenS in a supportive environmenL Our Youth Ambassadors have continued to shape the direction of our sessions, contributing to planning. peer mentoring, and evaluation. Their insight has directly influenced the design of new workshops, and their visibility has encouraged greater leadership among their peers. The CUKI Football Academy now includes new U8, U9, U10 and girls, teams, in partnership with Manchester Academy, reflecting our wider strategy of inclusive and sustained engagement through sporL Our Holiday Activities and Food (HAF] programme remains heavily oversubscribed, and we continue to
raise concerns about the reporting mechanisms required by MCC, which place disproportionate strain on grasSrts organisations. We also received a £3,000 grant from Manchester City Council to provide food at our Youth Club, which has become a critical weekly touchpoint for many young people. A request for continued support has been submitted, alongside a formal case for sustained investment in this vital service. Strategic Advocacy and Community Infrastructure In a yearshaped by unrest and uncertainty. FAV has strengthened its advocacy role. Our Director. James Gregory. met with Afzal Khan MP to discuss the challengesfacing young people in ourcommunities. Following this, Wil formally requested a Padiamentary Eviden Session. and we have mapped out potential delegates in anticipation of a response. Our leadership team is also engaging MCRActive and GLL regarding the redevelopment of Moss Side Leisure Centre, where we believe FAV should be granted a permanent base. Securing such a hubwould allow us to deliver more structured interventions and embed ourworkdeeperinto the communityfabric. We remain committed to ensuring representation, equity. and impact-both through direct delivery and by elevating the voices of those we support. Funding Cash funding received in 2023124 totalled £153,051. A full breakdown of Ihis funding, alongside the associated activities and programme outcomes, is summarised in the financial section at the end of this report. As in previous years, the majority ofthis income supported ourcore purpose: delivering high- impact sports, wellbeing. and mentoring activities lo children and young people across Moss Side, Hulme. and the wider Manchester area. £42,630 from Manchester Active, which supported the delivery of inclusive sports and fitness sessions that engaged hundreds of young people throughoutthe year. £26,181 in core Reaching Communities, which helped us sustain essential staffing and expand our grassroots delivery. particularfy for those at risk of exclusion or violence. £20,000 from the Postcode Neighbourhood Trust, used to enhance our leadership development work and support the delivery of community safety workshops during periods of unresL £18,280 from Manchester Active (HAFI, which enabled additional outreach sports work and covered sessional coach costs during peak months ofdemand.
£10,000 from AB Charities, which supported the design and delivery of targeted interventions addressing gang involvement and low mental wellbeing among young men. £3.334 from Young Manchester. allowing us to pilot gender-based Violen sessions and expand access lo girts-only provision. £2,000 from the Sports Foundation, used to support access to equipment and venue hire forour football-based mentoring programmes. Together, this funding has enabled Families Against Violence to meet the complex and growing needs of local young people. build community resilience during times of unrest, and contribute to long-temi youth safety strategies. Declaration The Trustees declare that they have approved the Trustees, Report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's Trustees Signature required Linford Sweeney Date..
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Families Against Violence I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the ac(x)unts of the charity for the year ended 31st March 2024 which are set out on pages 11 to 17. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees 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 charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent examinerfs 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 that in any material respect- accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act. and 2. the accounts do not accord with those records. 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. Jennifer Daniel FCCA DChA Slade & Cooper Limited, Chartered Certified Accountants Beehive Mill, Jersey Street Manchester, M4 6JG Date 10
Families Against Violence Receipts and Payments Account for the year ended 31 March 2024 Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total funds 2024 Total funds 2023 Note Receipts Donations & Fundraising Grants 1,244 45,715 1,244 198,766 3,027 126,779 153,051 Total receipts 46,959 153,051 200,010 129,806 Payments Salaries Sessional Staff Rent Transport Facility Hire Equipment Fixed Assets Other Equipment Training Administration Event Catering Laundry Match Fees Insurance General Expenses Consulting Fees 23,600 23,600 29,871 956 6,177 51,223 1,816 52,446 444 799 37,630 29,871 956 6,177 51,223 763 763 804 632 137 8,797 12,201 72 2,121 1,118 7,462 7,462 6,402 6,402 7,834 7,834 562 20,054 6,303 562 5,520 14,534 6,303 414 Total payments 38,100 123,107 161,207 119,431 Net receipts/(payments) before transfers 8,859 29,944 38,803 10,375 Transfer between funds 682 (682) Net receipts/payments 9.541 29.262 38.803 10.375 Cash funds at the start of the year Cash funds at the end of the year 14.091 75.226 89,317 50,514 li
Families Against Violence statement of balances as at 31 March 2024 Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total funds 2024 Total funds 2023 Note Cash funds Bank and cash balances at start Df year Surplus / (deficit) shown on receipts and paymer)ts account 4,550 45,964 50,514 40,139 9,541 29,262 38,803 10,375 Bank and cash balances at end of year 14.091 75.226 89,317 50,514 other assets Fund 2024 2023 Fixed assets Unrestricted 34,785 34,785 Total other assets 34,785 34,785 Liabilities Fund 2024 2023 Current abilItieS Unrestrirted Total liabilities Approved by the trustees on_ 12025 and signed on their behalf by: Linford Sweeney (Chair) 12
Families Against Violence Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024 l Basis of accounting These accounts have been prepared on the Receipts & Payments basis in accordance with the 2 Fund a¢¢ounting Unrestricted funds are available to spend on activities that further any of the purposes of charity. Restricted funds are donations which the donor has specified are to be solely used for particular 3 Trustee remuneration and expenses. and related party transactions None of the trustees nor any persons connected with them received any remuneration during the year No (2023.. no) trustees received travel and Subsisten expenses during the year. Aggregate donations with conditions from related parties were £Nil (2023.. £Nil). There are no donations from related parties which are outside the normal course of business and no restricted donations from related parties. No trustee or other person related to the charity had any personal interest in any contract or 13
Families Against Violence Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024 (continued) 4 Analysis of movements in restricted funds Balance at l April 2023 Balance at 31 March 2024 Receipts Payments Transfers Manchester Active 42,630 73,805 (60,910) 55,525 Young Manchester 3,334 (3,334) AB Charities 10.000 (10,000) Main Grants Postcode Neighbourhood Lottery 47,246 (26,863) 682 21,065 20,000 (20,000) Sports Foundations 2,000 {2,000) Total 45,964 153,051 (123,107) 682 76,590 14
Families Against Violence Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024 (continued) 4 Analysis of movements in restricted funds (continued) Balance at l April 2022 Balance at 31 March 2023 Previous reporting period Receipts Payments Transfe Manchester Active 81,279 (38,649) 42,630 Young Manchester 20,000 (16,666) 3,334 Total 101,279 (55,315) 45,964 Name of fund Description, nature and purposes of the fund 15
Families Against Violence Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024 (continued) 5 Analysis of movement in unrestricted funds Balance at l April 2023 Asat31 March 2024 Receipts Payments Transfers General fund 4,550 46,959 (38,100) [682) 12,727 4,550 46,959 (38,100) (682) 12,727 Balance at l April 2022 Previous pOrting period Asat31 March 2023 Receipts Payments Transfers General fund 3.012 8.027 (666) (5.823) 4,550 3,012 8,027 (666) (5,823) 4,550 Name of fund Descrlptlon. nature and purposes of the fund General fund Bank and cash balances available for general charitable activities. 16
Families Against Violence Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024 (continued) 6 Analysls of flxed assets Assets retained for charity own use Net Book Value Net Book Value Additions Depreciation Purchased in previous years Laptops Playstation Music Equipment ThinkPad Samsung Galaxy ipad Desk Top Computers Gazebos Printer iphone Mini Bus VEO Systems 385 600 249 160 95 699 239 318 122 1,205 28,275 2,036 385 600 249 160 95 699 239 318 122 1,205 28,275 2,036 34,383 34,383 Purchased in 2022123 Laptop 402 402 402 402 34,785 34,785 17