CHORLEY FC CHORLEY FC COMMUNITY FOUNDATION. INSPIRE. SUCCESS. TQGETHER. Chorley FC Community Foundation A Charitable Incorporated Organisation UNAUDITED FINANCIAL REPORT for the year to 31 March 2025 Registered Charity Number 1183529
Chort•y FC Communlty Foundatlon Trustees. Report and Flnanclal Stat•m•nt8 Y•ar Endod 31 K•r¢h 202S Contents Pag0 Trustees. Annual Report IrKlependont ExamSnarfs Raport Receipts and Payments Accounts Admlnl8trallon Detall8 Reg18tratlon number: 1183529 Addre98: Chorley FC Communlty Foundation Victory Park Chjke Street Chorley PR7 3DU A¢¢ountants: Accounts Matters Ltd
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Chorfey FC Communlty Foundallon Tru$tee$' Report and Flnanclal St*t•m•nts Y•ar Ended 31 March 2025 Report of the Tru8tses Introducllo Chorley FC Communrty Foundation is the charitable communty organisation closely linked to Chodey Football Club. We use the power of football and sport lo bring people together, improve wellbeing, and create opportunities across Chorley Borough and Surrounding areas. The objects of tho charlty arn: 1. Th& pront of ¢ommimtyparticlp8tff)n in healthy recre8tw for the b8ngfit of the inhabitants of Chorfey and sumjunding areas by the provision offaoilities forplawng football. 2. To prowd8 and assist in providing rN11t18$ forsport, recr88tton and otherlelsurg-tlme occupafyon of such persons who have need ofsuch facilit$ by reason of th8iryouth. age. infiltY ordisablem8nt, poverty orsooial and economic C1Umstances, or f the benefil ofthe public at larg& In th8 InteTrsts of soual welfar8 and wlth th8 obi8Ct of improving their conditions of lile. In Fxactice. thls means that every project we dellver, from Soccer Schools for children, to Blokes United for men's mental health, to our Friendship Group for older residents, is rooted In these objects. We are committed to ensuring that sport and community activity is accessible, inclusive. and meanlngful, brlnging peopte together and Improving health. confidence, and quallty of life. Objectlve8 and Activitlos Our MIs8lon To engage, inspire. and supwrt people across Chorfey through sport, edu¢allon, and wellbeing a¢tlv(tles, ensuring everyone Can acces8 positive opportunities regardless of age, ba¢kground, or abllity. Achlevemonts and Perforni8nc8 This has been a year of growth and innovation. We directly engaged thousands of people across our programmes, vrith several proj8cts exceeding p8rttcipatlon tsrgets and others evolving in response to communty demand. Headllne achlevements In¢lude: Appointment of a full-time Project Manager, buiklin9 our delivery and oversight capacity. Launch of the Chorley FC Business Club, Creating a platfrKm for local companies to support community Inltlatives. Hosting our first Chrl8lmas Day at Vlctory Park, welcoming anyone who would otherYSe be alone. The 81 received widespread local and natlonal attention, including Coverage from Sky Sports, and was embraced by the football family. Secudng Natlonal Lottery Avmrds for All fundlng to expand activitles for over-55$. Expansion of gids. engagement through Campg and school Sessions, doubllng orlglnal particlpatlon targots. Establishing Deaf Football sesslons in partnership th Deaf Village Lancashire and Lancashire FA, building towards Chorley FC'$ firsl-ever deaf team.
Chort•y FC Communlty Foundatlon Trusts•s' Report and Flnanclal Statwn Year End•d 31 March 2025 What dlfference dld It make? These achievements have ueated new pathways into 8rxYt wellbeing. tack loneliness, raised awarene¥s of comrnunty needs, and gp4en Chor a adership rol8 in indusNe fcotball. Project Ovarvl 1. Hollday Soccer Schools and Camp• Our Soccer Sthools remain one of the most Nisib and acsible Kffogramtros run. Taking place during schty haYS. they give children aged >13 a safe, affordable. and fun environment to ay, leam. arKI meat friends. Delivered SUPFQrt of Chorley FC'S first-team staff and players. these camps are often a chikl's first step into football. Impact 3,942 attendan this year. 1th cJildren ganing skilL8. cixffidw, and lasting friendships. 2. In&hool Coachlng We Mrrked wllh 1,868 pupils across tcKal primary sthools. offering: PE delivery in partnership with schcds. After-schojl sp)rts dubs. with strow dmnd ac¥oss Stage 1 and 2. Fw gitsaonty taster sessk)ns, brethng bwriers to parttclpation. Impact: 692 girls engaged ImcKe dtyjble the (Kigina taget o13iXI). 3. Mat¢hday experlences We gave 460 Children the oppthinity to eni)y a ctr FC matchday from behind the scenes, including meeting players, leadi out the team, and taking part in hatf4ime games. Impact For many. this was their first live frmxball e4)ertw, inSping lifelong connections th thr k¢al dub. Blok Unlled Isoclal Incluslon Footbaul Blokes United continues to thrive, often reaching 12paty ilh 51H4 men attendrng weekly. Sessions combine focthall with friendship, helping men improve their heath and find peer supwt for mental ElIbeIng. Impxt partIpants describe It a8 their'lifefine." The group also cixnpetes in 5-a4Kle and is a founding member of a neN 11+styJe SCla1 Indusion Le¥. 5. Play & Connect (MIxod4•nd•r Football) New this year, P & Connect grew from the interest of partners of Bfc&es United wEmbers. th Lancashire FA supprt it has 22 members and VIPeY attendance of 14. ImpacL' Creates a safe, lusIve spxe for to'get active Itho pressu. 6. Walklng Foothall TLEsdays: rUlé4Lu. malnty Fridays.. relaxed and indusp4e. Ekomlng people l&anMng difficulties. Impact Largety volunteer-led. the $eSsn$ wovMJe both fitrEss and commuruty. A hMJhlight was a 12-12 friendty apnst Irpire Youth Zone staffl 7. Chorfey Communlty Friond8hlp Group Formerfy spOng Memories. thig group has become a W4UPpt and cg)mp8nionshlp space for older adults, includirwj those with deffltia or Athim& Avw*3irrfJ 40 members weekly. Impact A vild routine for many, offeriry COnr$allOn. belonging. aThJ Iht actsvity.
Chorfey FC Communlty Foundatlon TN8ta&s' Rtport and Fbnancial Statgmgnt8 Year Ended 31 March 2025 . Deaf Football Launched In partnershlp wlth Deaf Vlllage Lancashlre and Lanhre FA. Average attendance 7 and growing. Impa¢L. Provides both sport and culbJr81 inclusion. Long-term aim.. Ch(xley Fc's firsl Deaf Team. 9. Chrlslmas Day at Vl¢tory Park We opened our doors to welcome anyone who would otherwise have been alone. Guests enjoyed fo¢>J, aCtie$, and company. ImpacL" Strong local business Support, national press coverage, and Sky Sports feature- powerful example of football lac1ng loneliness. 10. Chorfey FC Bu8lne88 Club Launched in 2024 and run by the Foundation, the Business Club brings together local companies to nerk, leam about community projects, and explore support opportunities. ImpacL" Early feedback shows strong appetite for collaboration, provldlng a new FSatform for avrdrèness and resources. Publlc BfjnIt The Trustees confimi that we follow the Charity Commission'5 guldance on public benefi( as required under section 17 of the Charit$ Act 2011. Our publlc ben8llt18 demonstratsd through: Aee•s8lblllty: Free or subsidised sessions so cost is not a barrler. Incluslon: Prcgrammes designed for those often excluded- older adults, disabled people, families on low incrjmes. and those at risk of loneliness. Reach: Thousands of children, young people, adults took part this year. Impact: Participant surveys show improved wellbeing. confldence, and belongiThJ. Adults reported a 97% likelihood of continuing and an average recommendation score of 9.7FJ10. Partner8hlp8: Collaborations wSth Chorfey Council, NHS. Insplre Youth Zone. Lan¢ashire FA, Deaf Village Lancashlre, and local schools help us reach those most in need. In short, our actiwtie8 clearty Èfjnfrflt th8 public by promoting heallh, indusion, skllls, and community cohesion across Chodey. Our programmes make Chorfey a healthier. fairer, and more Mnnected place to live. Safeguardlng The Trustses of Chortey FC Communty Foundalion place the highest priority on safeguarding all those who èngage wh our programmes. We recognise our duty of ¢are not onty to children yourKJ people. but also to adults at rfsk and anyone who may be vulnerable. We operate under clear safeguarding policies, aligned wth both the Football Association's safeguarding standards and Charfty Commission guidance. All 818ff and volunlews undertake safeguarding training relevant to their roles, with enhanced DBS checks carried out where appropriate. The Foundation has a Designated Safeguarding Officer, supported by safeguarding Eeads within our tNslees, ensuring clear reporting lines and accountability. Safeguarding is embedded in every aspect of our work. From h¢lld8y camps and school sessions to adult wellbelng programmes, our team ensures safe environments where
Chorléy FC Corrmnunlty Foundatlon Trusts. Rwrt and Flnan¢W Slat•m•nts Year Endod 31 Mavch 2025 pathipants feel and protected. We also wyjrk closety Vth Chorfey Council, Lanwhire FA, and olher o)mmunty partrws lo share go)d practice and respond to con¢ems appropriately. Tru$lee$ review safeguardlng pradce regukrly, rncdvrng uryjates from staff and ensuring that tessons leamed infonn future ddNery. We are commttted to fothng a Culture where safeguarding 1$ urhdwstooj by all. acted UP whrt delay. and seen as everyone's responsibility. Volunteer8 INe are deeply greful to our dedicatad NDlunteers. %th)3e commitffent wthrpins success of our programmes. Specral thanks go to those vtho SUPFth our Comiunty Frlandsh¢) GrouA Walknng Football. arKI Blokes Unlted exh week Their compassion. pthrtt, and generosity create safè and Vlelcoming Spaces where pathipants ¢an thrive socialty and physically. Quite simply, could rnt do what do withtsjt them. Their Yyk embchlies the spirit of Chorley and WAkes a ksting differe in the Ir of tPose SUFfxL Futurn Plans For 202>26 our asratiOnS include". Rolllng out our n•N over-55s proryrne Natvjnal Lottery supporL Establk8hing a fofflwl Chortey FC Deaf Team expanding disabillty foolball offers. Grthling gids. football patPw, with more feffl delpry. Strengthening the Chorley FC Buswjess Club as o rAaff ts vohjnteering and sponsorshlp. Launching rthi parent-armktoddler sessicffis to address child health ncernS in the borough and help families build trEalthy habits from the years. Contlnulng to wbon Vthy Park as a ¢C4nMIty hub welcrAning all. Looklng ahead: Voe will ntinue to listen to our (x)rrmunity and gr our programmes so that everyo in Choffj, from children to dder •Jults. has to the ben&fils of sport, friendship. and wellbeing. Flnan¢lal Rfrvlow The Foundation had incorrÈ of£84,150 {2tr24- £52.361} and exper8$ of £74,470 (2024- £50,626), leaving a surplus of £9,680 {2024- £1.735). The Foundalton's overhèads and support costs are minimal and mwTty of the ews8s are on charitable ivitses. Ro8orvos Pollcy The Trustees have a p0cY of carying min¥num free reserves of£12,000 to o)ver i months, overheads and any unexpeded CCK8ts. Free resep4es at 31 March 2025 V•we £13,802 (2024- £15,068), 1)ut as expLained abobE, the a¢tsvibes of th8 foundation have increased in the yr golng fcThard.
Chorl•y FC Community Foundatlon Trusts8s' Roport and Flnanclal Statements Ygar Endad 31 Mar¢h 2025 Slructure. Governance and Management The apF)ointment of trustees is set out in our constitution. Chodey FC Communty Foundation Is a CIO wlth nine tNstee$ and 5$ acttvely seeklng to expand Ihe Board by inviting To1 peop who share our vision. Thls year saw several trustees step down due to relocations or other commitments. Despite this, we remain committed to a strong and engaged Board Ihal guldes theFoundatS0n. oversees quality, and ensures our programme8 meet community needs. The Board makes key decisions on budgets, markeng, and the strategic dIreiOn of tr charrty. Their leadership and commitment underpin our success and wmmunlty impact. Admlnlstratlvo Inforniatlon Chorley FC Community Fournlation Is based at Viciory Park, Chorley, home of Chorley Football Club. Correspondence addre88: Chodey FC Communlty Foundatlon. Victory Park, Duke StreeL Chortey, PR7 3DU. Chor]ey FC Community Foundallon is a Charftable Incorporatsd Organlsallon reglstered th the Charlty Commlssion under number 1183529. Tru8too9 8er¥ed durlng the year Darren Jenkinson- Chair Paul Clgrkson- Trustee Carole Ann Tumer- Trustee David James Murphy- Trustee Craig Wilson- Trustee (appoint 12 August 20241 Jamie Vermiglio- Trustee (appointed 12 August 2024) Lindsey Ann Parkinson- Trustee (appointed 12 August 20241 Christopher Gary Andrew Blackbum- Trustee (appointed 10 February 2025) Alistair Leggat- Trustee (appointed 10 February 2025) Truste who stopped down durlng the year Slmon Denham- (resigned 2P Mar¢h 2025) Wayne Rlchard Beck- (resigned 2P March 21725) Signed on behalf of th& Trusteeg Suned.. Name: Darren Jenkinson, Chair Dated- 10 Oct 2025
Chorkny FC Communlty Founthllon Trust•e8' Report and Flnancial Sl•tsm•nts Year End•d 31 March 2025 IndoPond0nt Examlnet8 Report to th• Tru8tO•8 of Chor FC ComThnlty Foundation I repert to the charity trustees on my examinatK)n of the accounts ofthe charity for th8 year ended {date) vthich we set wi on pwjes 9 to 11. Rogponslbllllle8 and ba818 of report As the charity's trustees you are re5ponsibh for the weparation of ts aco>Jnts in accordan Imth the requirements of the Charthes Act 2011 {Ihe ACV). I report in respect of my exarnination of the charTty'S accounts Can1 out under section 145 of the Act and in (zrying out my examinatvm I have folkmed al the appftsble Directions given by the Charity Commisson under section 145(5){b) of the ACL Independont •xarnlnerfs statoment I have completed my examination. l ¢ryJfirni that r materlal matters hwe cffiio to my attention in InnectiOn %ith the exanination givyw me wse to beii&E that In any material 1. accounting records Vre not kw in re8pect dthe (8rty ag required by sectlon 130 of the Art or 2. the accounts do rv)t accord with those records. I have conM$ and have o)me %ross no other rnatters in connedKJn with tr examination to Nthich attention should be drw4vn in thk8 report in Ord to enab a proper understanding of the accthnts to be reached. Signed.. Name: Christine HaThwx¥J ACMA + /3.10.25 AoUnts Matters Limibj &2-1 Storey House Vthite Cross Lancaster Lancashire LA14XQ
Chorhy FC Communlty Foyndatlon Trusteos. Roport and Flnancl81 Stst•m•nts Yèar End•d 31 Mah 2026 Chodey FC Community Fowdats'on For Ihe yEar erKled 31 Merch 2025 Recelpts and Payments Accounts lthrerf¢t•d Re8tr1cted 2025 2026 Total 2026 2024 Charllable kn¢ltIeS Don8llon$ and Glfts Fundr¥lslng Income Other gran¢$ Natlon81 Lgagu8 Grarrt SpNling memo?9 Youth Zone Totsl Re¢8lpts 40.912 3.915 40,912 3.915 24.749 2,586 15.715 19.195 18.301 19,195 935 324 84,180 17.190 324 49,240 34.910 81361 ants A(JKtlslng & M8rk811ng Audit & Accountancy 189$ Bank Fee Coache8 Con$uliln9 Commumlty En9agemenl Donatlons GeneJal Expen8•8 kn$urae Legal Expense8 Pansion Project $undrfes - bibs, trophles, ll¢kels Repairn & M8lntenance RoornlPllch Hire Staff Tralnlng Trald. Nallon Sgoson tlckets School$ wgagement officer Sportlng Memotle$ OffKer Wages - pl9cl Manager Total Payments 4.128 4,128 569 2,170 821 19.522 3,862 21,606 3,862 11,922 576 1.335 1,125 1.457 1.125 1.457 388 274 274 58 1,616 212 212 18,504 18,9)4 23.195 8.975 750 9,776 3.375 23.964 13.151 74470 50.628 trlètof e91p and {1306 10.946 9180 1,735
Chorley FC Communlty Foundatlon Tru8teèB' R•port and Flnanclal Statoments Y•ar Ended 31 March 2025 Chorley FC Community Foundation As at 31 March 2025 Statement of Assets and Llabllltles Unrn4trl¢t•d R•l¢lod 2026 2025 2025 2024 Not• Curr•nt Aw•ts Cllsh lurhlB Cuffenl A¢¢CnI Total CAth fund• Totsl Cuft•nt A•*ts 13,802 13,802 13,802 12,340 11340 11340 26,142 26,142 21142 16,462 16,462 16,462 Not Curr•ntA•60ts 13,002 12M40 26,142 18A02 TotalA•ta 13,802 12J40 28,142 N•tA•B•¢• 13,802 12A40 28,142 18A82 Ch• nd• Current Year SuU8 Fund8 brou hl fomard Total ¢T 11,288) 10,948 9,8BO 1,735 13.802 12J40 26,142 18M2 Approv by Chorf•y FC Communlty Foundallon Tru•teo8 and •lgnod on thalr bahalf by Darrèn Jankln•on {Chalr). Slgn•d 10 Oct 2025 io
Chorfgy FC Communlty Foundotlon Tvu$tsg8' R•port and Flnanclal Statements Year Endgd 31 Mor¢h 2025 Noto9 to th• Flnanclal PAat¢ments 1 Ro*rf¢tsd Fund¥ RESTRICTED FUND MOVEMENf YEAR TO 31ST MARCH 2026 lan R•e•lv•d 0110412024 Durlnll y••r Pald In year B•lan 311031202S Natlonal L•ayu• 1,394.00 19,195.00 20,589.00 Mlll•r S.00 600.00 N•tlonal Lott•ry 15,21S.00 3,375.00 11,840.00 TOTAL RESTrICTED FUNDS 34 glo.) 23 964.00 li
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