## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period** **From 01 January 2024 (Period start date) To 31 December 2024 (Period end date)** **Charity name: 1[ST] Heaton Moor Scout Group** **Charity registration number: 1178535** ## **Objectives and Activities** |**Objectives and Activities**||| |---|---|---| ||SORP reference|| |Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document.|Para 1.17|The Purpose of Scouting: Scouting exists to actively
engage and support young people in their personal
development, empowering them to make a positive
contribution to society.
The objectives of the Group are as a unit of the Scout
Association. The Aim of The Scout Association is: “To
promote the development of young people in
achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and
spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible
citizens and as members of their local national and
international communities.”
The method of achieving the aim of the Association is
by providing an enjoyable and attractive scheme of
progressive training, based on the Scout Promise and
Law and guided by adult leadership.
As Scouts we are guided by the values of integrity,
respect, care, beliefs and co-operation.| |Summary of the main activities
in relation to those purposes
for the public benefit, in
particular, the activities,
projects or services identified
in the accounts.|Para 1.17 and 1.19|The Group meets the Charity Commission's public
benefit criteria under both the advancement of
education and the advancement of citizenship or
community development headings.
Our scout group provides weekly meetings, outdoor
activities, camping trips, and community service
projects. These activities help members develop
essential life skills, teamwork, and leadership
qualities. We also participate in national scouting
events and international jamborees.| |Statement confirming whether
the trustees have had regard
to the guidance issued by the
Charity Commission on public
benefit|Para 1.18|The trustees have had regard to the guidance issued
by the Charity Commission on public benefit when
planning our activities.| Page **1** of **7** ## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: ||SORP reference|| |---|---|---| |Policy on grant making|Para 1.38|Not applicable| |Policy on social investment
including program related
investment|Para 1.38|We do not engage in investment (and therefore
social investment) activities.| |Contribution made by
volunteers|Para 1.38|Our scout group relies heavily on the dedication of
volunteers, including leaders, assistants, and
committee members, who contribute an extensive
number of hours to planning and running activities.| |Other||Signatories to bank accounts: Payments or
withdrawals from the Group’s bank accounts require
authorisation by two of the following people:
•
Treasurer
•
Chairman
•
Board Member
•
Group Lead Volunteer| ## **Achievements and Performance** ||SORP reference|| |---|---|---| |Summary of the main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity’s work has made to the
circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benefits to society as a whole.|Para 1.20|This year, the group supported activities for two
Beaver colonies (ages 5 – 8), two Cub packs (ages 8 –
10), one Scout troop (ages 10 – 14) for approximately
153 young people.
Over the Group we successfully organized 9 camps
including participation in trips to Disneyland Paris, the
Crocky Trail, the local Pantomime, a city centre
theatre, a Badge Day, a Roller Disco, a trip to Chill
Factore, a Water Fun Day and Climbing activities.
As part of the routine ongoing activities the Group
continued to hold weekly meetings and badge
activities. These activities have fostered a sense of
community, environmental stewardship, and personal
development amongour members.| Page **2** of **7** ## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |Achievements against
objectives set|Para 1.41|We met our objectives of maintaining our maximum
membership, enhancing leader training, and
expanding our activity program. Achieving these
objectives has benefitted the maximum numbers of
young people in the local area with a broad range of
opportunities for personal growth.
We achieved our objective to continue the long
overdue maintenance and upgrades to the Scout
Hut, replacing the dilapidated kitchen and leaking
storage container housing maintenance tools and
camping equipment, paid for from previous rounds
of fundraising. The Hut upgrades ensure a functional
space for both scouts and the wider community and
have put us in a position to be able to hire out the
Scout Hut to external groups. Overall, these efforts
contribute to the development of responsible, active
individuals and strengthen the local community,
creating long-term benefits for both members and
the local community.
We achieved our objective to raise additional funds
for the group by applying for our first grant with the
Vernon Charitable Foundation. We had our
application approved and on receipt of £4199.88
were able to replace our tents with 14 new inflatable
tents. This equipment update allowed us to continue
to provide around 10 camps per year, maximising
outdoor activity opportunities for the young people
in the group.| |---|---|---| |Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives set|Para 1.41|We held one major fundraising event: Heaton Moor
Beer Festival exceeded targets by raising £9045 after
expenses.
As a registered charity, we met our objective to
reclaim Gift Aid on our eligible donations to the
value of £10,566.33.| |Investment performance
against objectives|Para 1.41|Not applicable as we do not have investments.| |Other||Not applicable| ## **Financial Review** ||Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end of
the period|Para 1.21|The charity remains in a strong financial position with
a surplus of £19,403.19 at the end of the year,
ensuring we can continue our activities and invest in
new equipment.| |---|---|---|---| Page **3** of **7** |Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|Para 1.22|We hold reserves equivalent to at least 12 months of
operating costs to ensure continuity in case of
unexpected expenses or funding shortfalls.| |---|---|---| |Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|£19,403.19| |Reasons for holding zero
reserves|Para 1.22|Not applicable| |Details of fund materially in
deficit|Para 1.24|Not applicable| |Explanation of any
uncertainties about the charity
continuing as a going concern|Para 1.23|There are no uncertainties regarding the charity
continuing as a going concern.| ## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |The charity’s principal sources
of funds (including any
fundraising)|Para 1.47|Our principal source of funds are membership fees
and the income from the annual beer festival.| |---|---|---| |Investment policy and
objectives including any social
investment policy adopted|Para 1.46|The Group adopts a low-risk strategy to investment,
keeping funds in mainstream banks. However, the
majority of funds currently sit within the Cooperative
bank to allow for expediency of releasing funds, with
a small reserve held in the NatWest.| |A description of the principal
risks facing the charity|Para 1.46|Key risks include fluctuations in membership
numbers and reliance on volunteer leaders. These
risks are mitigated with a waiting list of new
members and by actively recruiting new volunteers
and providing robust training programs.| |Other||Not applicable| ## **Structure, Governance and Management** |Description of charity’s trusts:||| |---|---|---| |Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25|Royal Charter granted 04 January 1912
Scouts Constitution as set out in Section 5 of POR.| |How is the charity constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)|Para 1.25|The Group is a separate unincorporated educational
charity within the Scouts’ federated structure.| Page **4** of **7** ||Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of any
person or body entitled to
appoint one or more trustees|Para 1.25|Trustees are appointed via an open selection process
at the Annual General Meeting. Ex-officio Trustees
are members who are on the Trustee Board
automatically due to their role in Scouts (e.g. Group
Lead Volunteer).| |---|---|---|---| ## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees|Para 1.51|Trustees undertake mandatory “Trustee Introduction”
training on the applicable Scout Association “Policy,
Organisation & Rules” (POR).| |---|---|---| |The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the charity
works|Para 1.51|1stHeaton Moor Scout Group structure is in alignment
with the organisational structure set out by the
Scouting Association. Sections are organised into
Groups, which in turn are organised into Districts all
managed within Counties. All these sit within
overarching regional and national structures that
make up The Scout Association.
1stHeaton Moor Scout Group, in line with legislation,
has a Board of Trustees made up of volunteer
appointed members and ex-officio members.| |Relationship with any related
parties|Para 1.51|1st Heaton Moor Scout Group sits within overarching
regional (District & County) and national structures
that make up The Scout Association.| |Other||Not applicable| ## **Reference and Administrative details** |Charity name|1stHeaton Moor Scout Group| |---|---| |Other name the charity uses|Not applicable| |Registered charity number|1178535| |Charity’s principal address|The Scout Hut
St. Paul’s Road
Stockport
SK4 4RY| Page **5** of **7** ## **Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity** ||**Trustee name**|**Office (if any)**|**Dates acted if not**
**for whole year**|**Name of person (or**
**body) entitled to**
**appoint trustee (if**
**any)**| |---|---|---|---|---| |1|James Guy|Group Chair|Not applicable|Andy Arnold| |2|Andrew Arnold|Trustee (Group Lead Volunteer)|Not applicable|Ex-officio member| |3|Amy Arnold|Trustee (Section Lead)|Not applicable|James Guy| |4|Kylie Raynor|Trustee (Parent Rep.)|01Jan2024 –
13Jun2024|James Guy| |5|MH|Group Treasurer|Not applicable|James Guy| |6|Dawn Keogh|Trustee (Section Lead)|Not applicable|James Guy| |7|Ruth Forman|Trustee (Fundraising Rep.)|Not applicable|James Guy| |8|Elliot Moran|Trustee (Secretary)|Not applicable|James Guy| ## **Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity** |**Trustee name**|**Dates acted if not for whole year**| |---|---| |James Guy|02 Feb 2024 – to date| |Andy Arnold|02 Feb 2024 – to date| |Beryl Hornby|01Jan2024 – 02 Feb 2024| |Steve Robinson|01Jan2024 – 02 Feb 2024| |Helen Hampson|01Jan2024 – 02 Feb 2024| ## **Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others** Description of the assets held Not applicable in this capacity Name and objects of the Not applicable charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for Not applicable safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets Page **6** of **7** **Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)** **Type of adviser Name Address** Not applicable ## **Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)** Not applicable ## **Exemptions from disclosure** Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details Non-disclosure of Treasurer’s details requested (MH) – MH’s partner is a Judge in the Family Courts and the judiciary have been advised that they and their immediate families should not disclose names, addresses or other personal information online to mitigate the risk of harassment and stalking. ## **Other optional information** Not applicable ## **Declarations** **The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.** **Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees** **----- Start of picture text -----**
Signature(s)
Full name(s) MH Andy Arnold James Guy
Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Treasurer Trustee (GLV) Group Chair
Date 06Aug2025 08/08/2025
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Page **7** of **7** 1st Heaton Moor Scout Group Scouts End of Yèar Accounts Summary FY-2024 Scouts Category sta￿n9 8aiance CapEx C3pitation Donations Total Incorne Total Expenses 34.152.05 20,767.60 7.918.00 178.00 Electricty Event5 1,942.87 22,508.31 4.252.15 22.721.23 13,297.20 10.566.33 Fundraising Grants Hut Hire Insurance Internet 776.02 255.70 Legal OpEx Programme Delivery Rates 4.271.60 10.382.10 10.749.26 1,141.00 100.00 Rebates Rent loo.00 Subs 25,975.00 Water Internal Transfer 568.29 10,800.00 23.838.91 119,030.81 £ 119,030.81 10,800.00 Closiny Balance TOTAL Total Income 84,878.76 649.95 Final Equa15 Balance Total Expenditure 95,191.90 9,663.19 Ff ProfrtlLoss Balance Sheet Value Signed IGrt>up Treasurer) Signed (Group Chair) Signed (Group Lead Vglunte•rl ## **Andy Arnold** **From:** James Guy **Sent:** 23 June 2025 20:35 **To:** Andy Arnold **Subject:** Fw: 1st Heaton Moor Scouts Accounts Summary Report **Follow Up Flag:** Follow up **Flag Status:** Flagged ## Sent from Outlook for Android **From:** Julie Sutcliffe **Sent:** Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:21:07 PM **To:** Melanie Haisley **Cc:** James Guy **Subject:** Re: 1st Heaton Moor Scouts Accounts Summary Report Hi there, Sorry for the delay in replying, busy work week. I've read through the accounts and all looks to be in good order. Regards Julie On 27 May 2025 21:30, Melanie Haisley wrote: Dear Julie James Guy has let me know that you have very kindly offered to review the 1[st] Heaton Moor 2024/2025 accounts summary in advance of our AGM on Saturday 31May2025. Please find attached the accounts summary. Please let me know if you have any questions or need any more information. Many thanks and kind regards Melanie Treasurer 1[st] Heaton Moor Scouts 1