2024-07-31-accounts - The Active Life Foundation

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Trustees' Annual Report for the period

Period start date Period end date Day Month Year Day Month Year From 01 08 2023 To 31 07 2024

Section A Reference and administration details

Charity name Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) 1181532 Charity's principal address 31 Brunel Street

The Active Life Foundation

Ferryhill Co. Durham Postcode DL17 8NX

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year
Kevin Young	Chair
Jonathon Brian Thompson	Secretary
Chris James Spence

















Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)
Name		Dates acted if not for whole year

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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Type of adviser	Name	Address




Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Section B	Structure,	governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

Constitution (2019) Type of governing document (eg. trust deed, constitution) Charitable Incorporated Organisation How the charity is constituted (eg. trust, association, company) Appointed by existing trustees by a resolution passed at a properly Trustee selection methods convened meeting of the charity trustees. (eg. appointed by, elected by)

Additional governance issues (Optional information)

The Active Life Foundation has in place the following policies and
You may choose to include procedures-: Bullying & Harassment, Code of Behaviour, Conflict of
additional information, where Interests, Equal Opportunities, Financial Management, Health and Safety,
relevant, about: Safeguarding children and young people, Safeguarding adults, Safe
• policies and procedures Recruitment, Supervision and Whistle Blowing. All of which are reviewed periodically.
adopted for the induction and training of trustees; Safeguarding training (up to Level 3 Designated Lead) and Enhanced
• the charity’s organisational DBS checks are undertaken by all relevant individuals. structure and any wider network with which the charity The Active Life Foundation has a written induction policy. All relevant works; individuals complete the induction process; which details the policies and
• relationship with any related procedures of The Active Life Foundation. parties;
The Active Life Foundation is a member of the Darlington Organisations
• trustees’ consideration of Together forum facilitated by HealthWatch Darlington, which brings major risks and the system together VCSE sector organisations sharing best practice. The Active Life and procedures to manage Foundation works in partnership with numerous organisations and is them. involved in networks with Street Games, Tees Valley Sport, County Durham Sport and Pioneering Care Partnership. The Active Life Foundation is also a member of SPORTED, a specific body which supports and aids the development of VCSE sector. In addition The Active Life Foundation receives updates for best safeguarding practice from body’s such as Ann Craft Trust and NSPCC child protection in Sport Unit.

The Active Life Foundation’s has a risk register and ‘near misses’ document, this is reviewed on an ongoing basis. This process addresses how The Active Life Foundation is continually looking to mitigate risks and improve the standard of all policies and procedures. This process looks to identifying possible risks, including risks to our beneficiaries or to anyone connected to The Active Life Foundation that are current or may be emerging in the future and how to mitigate those risks. This process is one way how The Active Life Foundation is continually managing the risk.

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Section C Objectives and activities

To promote for the benefit of the inhabitants of England, the provision of facilities for healthy recreation or other leisure time occupation of individuals who have need of such facilities by reason of their youth, age, Summary of the objects of the infirmity or disablement, financial hardship or social and economic charity set out in its circumstances with the object of improving their conditions of life. governing document In planning the activities for the year the Trustees have considered the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit at their meetings and confirm that public benefit has been provided by the range of activities delivered. The focus of our activities are creating physical activities in areas of high economic and social deprivation. The physical activities delivered in the community aim to improve individuals’ conditions of life through increased physical health (proven to prevent & manage over 20 chronic conditions) and mental health (proven to reduce stress, anxiety), Summary of the main individual well-being (increase in self-esteem and self-efficacy), social activities undertaken for the and community well-being (increased social interactions & reduced public benefit in relation to isolation) and economic well-being (improved job prospects of individuals these objects (include within and reduction on public sector spending e.g. for the NHS reduction of this section the statutory medical costs due to improved health, reduction in anti social behaviour declaration that trustees have and reduced pressure on local police forces). had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity The activities delivered range from Chair Based Exercise, Health Walks, Commission on public Archery, Just Bowls, New Age Kurling, Fitness Classes, Basketball benefit) Badminton, low impact fitness classes, Pilates, family fitness and running groups. Certain sessions are provided free of charge or on a ‘pay as you feel basis’ ; with some ranging between £1 - £4.

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Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)

You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:

policy on grantmaking;
policy programme related investment;
contribution made by volunteers.

Section D Achievements and performance

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Section D Achievements and performance Versus Arthritis Sport England Together Fund – Move to Improve Summary of the main The Active Life Foundation delivered Move to Improve, which aimed to achievements of the charity reduce the long-term impact of the pandemic and aid recovery by during the year providing an opportunity for physical activity on the ‘doorstep’ of our target audience in the heart of their local community. The sessions were in an accessible, convenient location and a non-judgement, nonintimidating environment. We implemented a behaviour change model which ensured our target audience were reached and aided retention. Establishing a robust behaviour, with the social aspects of the activity featuring heavily. 44 Beneficiaries participated, 92% of whom had a long term health condition. Nearly 70% of the project participants were classed as in active before the start of the project. A key element of the project involved the framing of the activity in a nontraditional way. The physical activity wasn't marketed as exercise but focused more on moving more, working at your own pace / level. Additionally, we focused on the wider benefits of the sessions around the social elements, spending time with friends, meeting new people, which we feel engaged more of our target audience. Another success was the widening of our partnership and network; we established a new link with the local social prescribing team who signposted into our project, which complimented our wider existing network involving GP's, faith groups, luncheon clubs and community centres. Also, anecdotal stories from participants -: GP’s reduced medication as participants were in less pain, participants being able to get dressed unaided and another who was able to look after their grandchild for the first time in two years due to improved mobility. CDCF NHS Health Improvement Fund - Lets Move The Active Life Foundation delivered Lets Move a grant that was codesigned with participants and delivered physical activity to those 65+ and individuals with long-term health conditions. The project aimed to improve the physical health and wellbeing of our participants, as well as improve the self-esteem and self efficacy; and reduce isolation and loneliness of participants through increased social interactions and creating peer support networks. 50 Beneficiaries Increased access to sport, exercise & leisure activities 42 Beneficiaries reported a reduction of stress, anxiety and/or symptoms of depression 52 Beneficiaries reported improved physical health or wellbeing 50 Beneficiaries reported being more physically active Tees Valley Sport Sport England Together Fund – Staying Well The Active Life Foundation delivered Staying Well. Targeting individuals with long term health conditions and individuals with an acquired disability. The project was a unique opportunity for individuals in a deprived area. The project improved the physical health and mental wellbeing of our beneficiaries. Improved individual development through improved self-esteem Improved social and community development through increased interactions and peer support networks Improved economic development through reducing the financial burden on the NHS – reduced medication, less primary care visits. Pioneering Care Partnership CCG – Your Wellbeing The Active Life Foundation continued to deliver Your Wellbeing which aims to create a safe sphere for clients aged 18+ to meet socially and participate in appropriate physical activities, with relaxation techniques. The project uses the evidence-based benefits of physical activity and aims to improve-: Mental wellbeing – as physical activity reduces anxiety, depression and improves self-esteem.

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Section D Achievements and performance

As well as improved social interactions, peer support networks and relationships, aiming to enhance emotional well being. We are also aiming to improve physical health of clients – improved cardiovascular health, reduced risk of diabetes, obesity. The project features 5 ways to wellbeing at each session. Connect – through the social interactions and relationships formed by the participants during their time at the sessions Be Active – through the participants completing physical activity sessions Keep Learning – through learning new exercises and movements Give – through providing volunteering opportunities Take Notice – Through the relaxation and breathing techniques utilised during the sessions

Local Giving The Active Life Foundation secured funding for hire of facilities to provide appropriate and safe physical activity in the form of a low impact fitness class. Targeting those with long term health conditions, who live in the top 10% for overall deprivation on the Indices of Multiple Deprivation. Aiming to improve people’s physical and mental health.

Pioneering Care Partnership – Active Minds The Active Life Foundation secured a grant that will provide appropriate physical activities and social opportunities. Aiming to improve Mental Wellbeing, measured via the 7 item scale Warwick and Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale. Aiming to enhance Physical Wellbeing, which will be measured through a lifestyle questionnaire. Aiming to improve Happiness measured through the general happiness scale / subjective happiness scale.

Sported Foundation Grant – Cash 4 Clubs

The Active Life Foundation secured a grant to provide a weekly exercise class in the heart of the community. Targeting individuals who are underrepresented and those that have long term health conditions. Aiming to improve the health, both physical and mental wellbeing as well as individual and community development.

Section E Financial review

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Brief statement of the

charity’s policy on reserves

It is the policy of the Charity to try and build up the level of unrestricted reserves, which are free reserves of the charity, to a level that equates to approximately 3 – 6 months unrestricted budgeted future operating expenditure. This will enable the charity to withstand a prolonged drop in funding and provide sufficient funds to cover management and administration support costs and any emergencies that may arise from time to time.

Details of any funds materially in deficit

Further financial review details (Optional information)

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about:

the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;

The Active Life Foundation’s main source of funding this year has been from a variety of grants and awards.

The majority of our money is spent on being in a position to deliver a programme of physical activity opportunities.

We have very low overheads as we don’t have an office premises.

Any unrestricted funds go into the bank account to start to accumulate an appropriate level of reserves.

investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.

Section F Other optional information

Section G Declaration

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) Full name(s) Jonathan Brian Thompson Position (eg Secretary, Chair, Trustee etc) Date 16/05/25

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	The Active Life Foundation Charity Name	The Active Life Foundation Charity Name	The Active Life Foundation Charity Name	1181532 No (if any)	CC16a
	For the period from	01/08/23 Period start date	To	31/07/24 Period end date

Section A Receipts and payments
Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ A1 Receipts Donations - Coaching 3,596 Pioneering Care Partnership - CCG Active Minds - Local Giving- Magic Grants - Sported Foundation - Cash 4 Clubs - Versus Arthritis Sport England Together Fu - CDCF NHS Health Improvement - Tees ValleySport Together Fund - PioneeringCare Partnership- CCG Your W - *Sub total*(Gross income for AR)3,596 A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). - - Sub total - *Total receipts* 3,596 A3 Payments DBS & SafeguardingTraining - Insurance 260 Equipment - CoachingFees 6,000 Training - Venue Hire - Marketing - Admin - Sport England - This Girl Can - Sub total 6,260 A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) - - Sub total - *Total payments* 6,260 *Net of receipts/(payments)* - 2,664 A5 Transfers between funds - A6 Cash funds last year end 5,305 *Cash funds this year end* 2,641		Restricted funds to the nearest £ - 3,327 2,350 500 2,000 - - - - 8,177 - - - 8,177 - - - 7,050 - 2,912 170 - 722 10,853 - - - 10,853 - 2,676 - 15,392 12,716	Endowment funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -	Total funds to the nearest £ - 6,923 2,350 500 2,000 - - - - 11,773 - - - 11,773 - 260 - 13,050 - 2,912 170 - 722 17,114 - - - 17,114 - 5,341	Last year to the nearest £
Donations	-				-
Coaching	3,596				6,618
Pioneering Care Partnership - CCG Active Minds	-				-
Local Giving- Magic Grants	-				-
Sported Foundation - Cash 4 Clubs	-				-
Versus Arthritis Sport England Together Fu	-				2,695
CDCF NHS Health Improvement	-				4,840
Tees ValleySport Together Fund	-				2,510
PioneeringCare Partnership- CCG Your W	-				2,570
*Sub total*(Gross income for AR)	3,596				19,233

A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table).
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					19,233

DBS & SafeguardingTraining	-				91
Insurance	260				251
Equipment	-				550
CoachingFees	6,000				5,980
Training	-				-
Venue Hire	-				2,504
Marketing	-				456
Admin	-				40
Sport England - This Girl Can	-				-
**Sub total **	6,260				9,872

A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table)
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*Total payments* *Net of receipts/(payments)* A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end *Cash funds this year end*
					9,872

	- 2,664	- 2,676	-	- 5,341	9,361
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	5,305	15,392	-	20,697	11,336
	2,641	12,716	-	15,356	20,697

CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B1 Cash funds	Details Details Details Sport Equipment Details *Total cash funds* (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details Fund in account Signature	Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 2,641 12,716 - - - - 2,641 12,716 OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) Unrestricted - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name Jonathan Brian Thompson	Endowment funds to nearest £
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			Date of approval
		Jonathan Brian Thompson	16/05/2025

CCXX R2 accounts (SS)