Trustees' Annual Report for Oldham Greenhill Community Sports and Recreation Club For the financial year ending 2024-2025
1. Introduction
Oldham Greenhill Community Sports and Recreation Club (OGHCRSC) is a community service organisation dedicated to enriching the lives of local residents through a diverse array of activities. Our mission is to promote leisure, recreation, and sports engagement for individuals of all ages, abilities and backgrounds. We operate seven days a week, including evenings and school holidays, to ensure inclusive access for the entire community within the Oldham council and surrounding areas.
2. Charitable Activities and Achievements
Throughout the reporting period, OGHCRSC delivered a wide range of activities to achieve its charitable objectives. Key achievements included:
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Multi-Sports and Facilities: We offered a diverse range of sports activities, from football to cricket, and provided facilities for individuals to hone their skills and foster a sense of camaraderie.
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Children's Soft Play Area and Community Café: The dedicated children's soft play area served as a haven for young ones, while the community café was a hub for social interaction.
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Support for Vulnerable Residents: We hosted support groups and assistance programmes, offering a lifeline to deprived families, the elderly, and individuals facing challenges
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Recreation and Well-being: We provided yoga classes, cooking, and baking workshops, which helped individuals enhance their culinary skills and improve their well-being.
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Inclusivity: OGHCRSC demonstrated its commitment to inclusivity by providing specialised training and space for a visually impaired cricket club.
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Youth Engagement: The organisation planned to launch new projects focused on youth empowerment, violence reduction, and tackling anti-social behaviour through education and community involvement.
3. Financial Review
The charity received funding from a range of sources, including grants from Sports England, Oldham Council, GMCA, Action Together, and other generous contributors. These grants were crucial for sustaining operations, refurbishing facilities, and delivering impactful community projects.
4. Future Plans
Looking ahead, the trustees have outlined several key objectives for the upcoming year to further enhance our impact:
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Funding Expansion: The charity will actively seek out new grant opportunities, partnerships with local businesses, and fundraising initiatives.
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New Initiatives: OGHCRSC is committed to developing new initiatives to provide support for employment and volunteering, including training workshops and job placement services.
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Sustainable Activities: We will continue to offer a diverse range of sports and recreational programmes to promote health and well-being.
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Safeguarding: The safety of community members is of utmost importance, and the charity will implement safeguarding measures, training for staff and volunteers, and awareness campaigns.
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Personnel and Facilities: OGHCRSC plans to recruit more personnel to support expanding operations and refurbish its facilities to create a welcoming and modern space for all visitors.
5. Trustees
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Abid Hussain - Director of Operations
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Nurul Haque - Director of Health & Safety
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Sohail Asghar - Director of Fundraising