Charity rnglstratlon number 1163929 Company reglstratlon number CE017865 (England ond Wales} MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Tru$ts•s MrJRL8ary MrPWLeary MrMEa Mr P Wilklnson Mr D Fairclough {Appoinled l Juty 2024) {Appointed l January 20241 (Appointed 1 January 20241 Secrptsry Mr C Mitchell CommunSty dtrector Mr G Gardin Charbty number 1183929 Company numbèr CE017865 Registered offi Marine Travel Arena College Road Crosby Liverpool L23 3AS R•portlng accountant A P Bradshaw FFA FFTA 22 Coronation Road Crosby Liverpool L23 5RQ Bankers Natwest, Great Crosby 1 Liverpoos Road Crosby Lwerpool L23 2TD
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY CONTETrffS Page Chairn.$ statement Trustees report Independent examinerfs ieport 10 Statement of financial 8CtNilies 11 Balance sheet 12 Notes to the financi81 statements 13-17
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 Chalmian statfjmgnt 2023 was a testing year ft>r much of our local cornrnunty and Marine In The Communlty eontinued to try and make an ever-increasing contribution as we continuèd to develop and tmproved our sodal impact in the loral ar8a. For the U16's we expanded our 8Ctlvrttes substantialty.. Working wlth Crimestoppers to redu crime - four-clubs-one-goal wothng with Everton, Livèrpool and Tranmere Rovers Working with disabilty groups Working with rTK)re primary schools and hi9h schools than ever before Offerin9 work experience opportunities to 8 number of locals Many toumamenls held at the stadium For the Over 50s we also expanded ovr activitles Induding., IT cfa8ses to help elderfy people'gel online. Weekly walking football for woman in addition to the mens team Weekly communty café continued to attract c. 100 pensioners èvery week Weekly heritage walking group expanded the number of people Regular Zumba. Yoga and Pilales dasses The major challenge we once agaTn faced was the lack of space. We Itterefo progressed ouf efforts lo build a new community hub and slepptd up our tsndraising efforts with a view lo instslling this in the summer of 2024. This will solve major problems and w411 all¢)W US to scale up our aclvities even fvrther going foThvard from 2024 onwards. From a financial point of view, follo¥wng a year in 2022 when we lost just over £30k In Investing to gr. we retufned close lo break-evèn In 2023. We achieved an increase in income from £122k in 2022 10 £145k in 2023. This was thanks to our many supporters, sponsors, #nd grant holders who have allowed us to run many programmes for thè benellt of people locally. We expect to continue to break-even every year going forward. I would like to thank Graeme Gardiner, MITC Community 01CtOr. otÈr Ttustees, staff, volunteers, sponsors including Radfvéld Homecare, and the thousands of people getting involved in MITC throughout the year. Communlty Dlrèetor Statement In the eventful year of 2023. Marfne in the Community IMITCI has risen to the occasion, providing unwavering support to the people of Crost>y and Sefton. This year marked 8 period of rebuilding and returnirtg to normal duties. Our woth in Ihe MmUnitY continues to grow as we forge new partnership5 and expand our offerings lo a bioader range of people. Our health and wèllbeing programmes, including Yoga. Zumba, Pilates, Chair Exercises, Walking GTOUPS, and Walking Football for men and women. are essential plaffomis for maintalning community cor7ntrctions and promoting healthie livès. MITC has played a crucial role as a wtal link, continuously delivering these rnuch-needed services and rtmainlng steadfast in our commitment. Our community café has becom8 one of the most popular in Sefton, and our IT Iralning classes have been highty sucsSful in helping older community members better understand and Connect through social media and online se¢urity. We continue to support a duster of prmary schools, helping young chlldren become mgre aclive anil heallhier, whlle our work with lo¢al s¢condary schools-offering free girls, football. education programmes, and football tournaments-continues to support our ¢ommunlty. MITC also fosters partnerships with disability gfOUPS and 8¢hools such as Crosby High.
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT {CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 Our collaboration3 with Èsteemed fooiball dubs, Including Everton FC, verPool FC, and Tranmere FC, alongside Crimesloppefs and Merseyside Polic8. have been significant in combating knife crime, county lines, and violence against women. Moreover, we have enh8n¢ed opportunities for teenage girfs by offering free talks from the Royal Court and theatre productions around domestic abus8 and coercv)n in local schools and a show al Marine Travel Arena. In expressing my gralrtude, l extend my Ih8nks lo our ChaSmian, James Leary. for hls unwavering dedication and visionary leadershtp, whlch have shaped the path of Marine in the Community. Additionally, we are deeply grateful for the fantastic support trom our Twstees and volunteers, who etsntlnue to make suth a positive dlfference in our community. Lastly, a iesounding appreatIon goes out to all our sponsors and benelactors, whose unwavering generosity has been the drNing force behind the positive impact we have made on our Ioc81 ¢ommunlty. Wilhout their support, nonè of this would have been posslble. Together, we havè stood strong, united in our misslon to support and uplrft the community we serve. James Leary Chalnnan Date= 24 July 2024 Graeme Gardiner Community Dlrector Dale.. 24 July 2024
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 The trustees present their report And financial stalements for the year ended 31 December 2023. Report of the trustees for the period 1st January 2023 to 31 December 2023 The trustees present their annual report and financial statements ol the charity for the period ended 31¥1 December 2023. The financial statements have been prepad in accord8nc8 with the accounting poli¢i85 set out in note 1 to the accounts and comply wllh the charity's trust deed, the Charities Act 2011 2nd Accounting and Reporting by Charities". Statement ol Rectsrnmended Practi applicable to eharities preparing theii 8¢counts in accordance th the Financial Reporling Standard Applicable in the UK and Republic ol Ireland PLblished (FRS 1021 (effective 1 January 2015). ObJ•ctlv•s and a¢tlvities Tho purposes of the charity are.. 1. The promotion of communty partiapation in heatthy recreation, in parlicular by the provision of facilit$ for the playing of football and other sports. 2. To act as a resource for young people up to the age of 25 living in South Sefton, and the SuOUnd1n9 areas, by providing adv1 and assistance and organlslng programme5 of physical, •ducational and olhe ac¢wlies as a means of.. 181 advanan9 In Ilfe and helping young people by developln9 the#r sk115, capacities and capabilitEs to enable them to participate in society as independent, mature and responsible individuals. Ibl advancing education. (¢1 relieving unemployment. 3. Provlding recreational and leisure time activity in the interests of social welfare for people living in the area ol benefit whts have need by reason of their youth, age, infirrnity or disability, poverty or social and ecfjnomlc drcumstsnces With a view to improving the conditions of life of such person$. The trustees confim that they have referred lo Ihe Charty Commission's guidan on public benefit when revn9 the Charity's aims and ob&ective5, in plannin9 future activities, and Setting the policles for the year. The ¢harity furthers it5 eharitable purposes for the public benefit thrgugh undertaklng community a¢tiviti6s defined following consultation with users and local peopte e.g. thiough a community audit.
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS, REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 A¢hievemÈnts and perfomianr¢ Welcome to the 2023 Annual Review of Marine ir¥ the Community IMITC). Wa were established 86 a charity on 17th June 2019 and have continued lo grow and develop, laying solid foundations for our firture work. During this P81iod of time, we h8ve worked hard upon the development of many new parlnelships, broLtghl about as a consequence of our endtravors to provlde selvices and a¢tivittes to meet local need and demand. From the oulset we strove to understand what local needs were and how wè might meet those need5 and explore opportunitiès lo come together to create a strong and sustainable independent Community hub. To this end we Consulled wth users and potentl81 users, mostly local people, local junlor teams, youth groups. local dubs, 8 local primary whools, é senior high schools. Special Schools. 3rd Sector and slatulory organizations including the loesl authority, Sefton CVS. and faith 9UpS throtsgh 1-.1 inlerviews, forums, vla our media channels and through 8 community questionnaire. Furtheimore. we explored bcal, distrlct, fegional and national 51atlslics. Through ongolng consuliation with beaefici8ries, we have seen Ihe charty respond in a way the trustees may not have envisaged from the oirtsel but one that has seen the numbèrs of people accessing our programmed increase week by we¢k. New ventures have created opportunities for many bcal people to take an active role as volunteers, as well as participants, some becoming peer mentors and tsdu¢ators. The review highlighls and celebrates our achievements as a th¥r&ty and looks to build on 8 Strong start to achieve a sustainable future, ont that supports the local community lor many ye8rs to Come. In a p051tion to make Informed decssions suriounding trte type ol project the comfnunity would want MITC to delwer the Iwslees appoinled a freelance Community Director lo rnan8ge the day to day operations of services and actNities. This move proved lo have an immediate impact. In 8 Short space ol lime we have for9ed new partnerships w*lh s¢hools. both secondary and primary,. Sefton Headway, Age Concem, Local Care providers and Sefton Alzheimer's organi58tions supporting the eldedy. vulnerable and isolated, and in a year of most testing circumstance5 have stepped up to the plate delivering food, infomiation, quizzes and friendty ¢hal on a weekly ba515 to people shielding. We have supported chiklren and young people., and people with complex needs and anti-social beh8viouI. We have listened to Partners and beneficlarles about engaging peop16 Trn different ways and have reached out lo a broad age range -from five years old to one hundred years of age just abo(tt as broad as you can gel! and delivered projects and activities th81 compllment Father than compete th other local provision. Thus focussed and largeled effort has been effèctive and sucTrs5ftJl, manrfesting itself through increasing numbers attending, positive feedback from benefiaèrtes. and other proMd815 rnaking referrals to us. MITC has worf(ed wilh these partneTS to establish joined up worktng to the benefit of local people. A growlng and effective pa¥tnèrship structure h83 Ènabled shared consultation that identffjes need. (M)mmon issues. and a skills and specialist knowledge resource bank from which thè partnerships can benefits from the likes ot. econonwes of scale shared learning staff rèsource sharing consistent and compatible monitoring & evaluation systems and proces8es Itllpact measLtrement. The p8rtnershlps have thrived as we ntinue to develop joint initiatives and partners gain the confidence and understanding in each olhei's abilty and willingne5S to ¢onlribLrte,' and Marine in the Community's growing capacity starts lo rèath further to explore different ways of meeting local need.
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS, REPORT} (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 FINANCIAL REVIEW During 2023 Marine in the Communlty were successfvl in several grant applications. We are eKtrerftely IhankftAI for the support of the following organizations towards a number of objectives.. . John Moores Foundation . Awards foiAII . Llverpool Clty Region . Merseyslde Police . Sefton CVS . Vèr5UgArthritis Rainford Trust Inle9ral JLL . Trident Foundatknn . RadrId Homecare The grants enable MITC lo dovolop as a charity and engage with local people who are supporters of the football club, and the Wer communty. Grants weTe vsed lo Impft)ve community engagement delivered mainly thiough our fantastic volunteer workfor. Funding sered in 2023 will 511PPOrt the appoinlment ol sessional stsff to support volunteering ar¥d delNer a bmad range of experiences for I(1 people to engage with. PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES During the year of 2023 MITC has delivered the following projects.. 1. Communlty café We have continued to pursue our primary objeclNe at MITC.. engaylng with local older people to support Iheir rnenlal and physical health. increase mindfulness and well-being, and help them live longer, Independently, and free from loneliness and isolation. Our community engagement has grown slgnificantty, with over 100 people attending e8ch week and between 10 and 15 volunteers as8i8ting. The introduction of livè music, d3n¢sng. quyzes, and substantial lunches has greatly benefited attendees, health and we11-beinhY$lca1Iy, mentally. and socially. Each week, partiCApation incrtrases, and inteTest from lh8 area continues to 9row. Additionalty. our volunteers bave ¢rÈated WhatsApp groups and regularly called members of the lunth ¢lub to check on Iheir well-being and foster new fn'endship5. MITC has adapted and evolved lo provide a seNTr we can be proud of, contlnuing to serv8 the commurity during this unprecedented lime. 2. ICT Tralrilng MITC introduced a pilot ICT training progi8m at the club, collaborating with sixth lorm students frorn Merchant Taylors, Boys School. In this program, the students delivered one-on-one sessions to our senitsi members, which proved to be a great success. Many participants gained the confidence to use thelr IT equipment and phones, 811owing them to connect wth othets both locally and far 8way. This intergenerational iniliatlve not only bridged the gap befv4een young and okl but also croated a supportive environrfteT7t for all. It has established a strong fOUndatn for fulure devetopment in this area. 3. Walking Football Walking football continued to thrive in 2023. wth growing participation numbers. The women's walking footb&ll team. now well-established. has seen strong attendan¢e and has become a Tegular weekty group. Gwen the challenges of 2023, improving mental health and well-being was more importanl than ever. Walking football emerged as a key inilialive, providing a space for people to soaalyze, keep fil, and tègain a sense of normality. This actsvity highlighleLI the in¢reasing demand for re9ular weekty exerrA5e, social interaction, personal chsllengès. and teamwork.
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEAIBER 2023 4. Walklng Herftage Group Amidst the challenges imposed by the pandemic, the walking group has remalned resilient and adaptive, operating in accordance with government controls. The group has expeiien¢ed a significant 5ui9g in demand, as many indivlduals found themselves isolated and inacttve during these trying times. The walks have proven lo be a much-needed source of relief and eamaraderie, allowing particlpanls to explorè various local walks and heritage Sites across Merseyside. Wilh over 30 members. the group relies heavily on the de¢JieAtion of our volunteer leaders and the generous support of Marine FC lacilities. 5. Glrls Football The Gills Football programme has been a huge success this year, wth MITC taking a leading role in the community by providing free coaching Igr teenage girls across the regitsn. Our coaches have worked closety wkth loc81 5e¢ondary schools, offeTing weekty free coathing sessions for their female students. This in¥baUve culmiaate¢J in a girls, football festival at Litherl8nd Sports Centre. vthich brought together over 130 secondary school girls for aft end-of-yeai celebration of the sport. Our goal 15 to continue providing opportunlties for young girls to engage in footb811. fostering their passion for the sport and promoting physical activity, teamwork. and skill development. 6, CommunSty Gardon Our community garden is now well established, and throughout the summer, local Tesidenls. school pupils, and Sefton Headway vtslunteers have come together to support 8 $P8ce that enriches the environment, support5 tal habitat and wildlife, and posilNely impact$ mental, physical, and social well-being. The garden continues to be lovingty maintained by volunteers, and its grovAh stands as a testarThenl to Ihe power of collectivè efforts. 7. Free Coa¢hlng In local school$ Throughout the pandemic, MITC provided invaluable support to numerous local primary and secondary schools by offering free coaching opportunlties whenever possible. These coaching sesstons allowed ejiildren to engage with others. Promoting health and welkbeing during a challenging timè of Isolation and confinement. 8. Sefton Alzhelmer's and Dementla siety In addition lo our Community Café, we have established links with the Sefton Azheimer's and Dementia Society, providing a monthly hub and Café for local indsviduals and families affècted by Alzheimerfs and dementia. The support and advice offered in this hub have bèen well-received, with an average of 20 to 30 attendees each mtsnth. Moreover, the Societys evenlg 8nd programs have garn9red inueased interest, leading tr) a demand for further activities. 9. KItAld One of our most Closely collaborated projects is Kit AKI. Etndertaken in partnership witti the Northern PremieT Lea9ue dub. Marine FC. VoluT)teer Barry Lenton has achleved a remarkable personal 9081 of collecting 20,000 items of kbt by the 8nd of December 2023. Barry has 8150 devoted time to Gre81ing an extraordinary book chronicling the 125-year history of Marine FC. highlighting the dub's expgnsive communty engagement work that lèd to the establithmant of Marine in the Community as a Charitablè Incorporated Oigonisation. 10. Yoga Among the actIVe$ offered by MITC. Yoga has gatned slgnSficant popularity, attracting around 20 to 30 participants each week. This practice has proven to be highw beneficial for part¢cipants, prornotlng improved health, mobility, and overall well-being, while fostering new friendships. After each Yoga session. particlpants have the opportunity to enjoy tea and coffee, creating a welcoming soaal envlronment.
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 11. Zumba Danclng An absolute standout activty in 2023 has been Zumba dancing, drawing over 24 10 30 adults. both men and women, to èach weekly session. Runnlng for over twrj hours, the session5 include & coffee break and offer numefous health benefit5, fostering physical, social. and emotional well-being among the local community. The aclwity has coMe a platform foi building self-confidence and forrnin9 meaningful friendship5. 12. CrtmeStOPPors MITC has established a slgnlficanl partnership with CrlmeStopper5, maknng a substantial contribution to supporting the local community by shariftg informatson and helping in dUcing crime. The program. known as 4 Clubs, One Goal, has now eKpandèd to indude Liverpool FC. Everton FC. and Tranmeie FC. Through this tnitiative, we aim lo addrÈss the severe irnpact of knrfe and gun crime in M¢rseyslde, uniting OUT cornmunfbeg and promoting safety while reduang violencè and antisocial behaviour on our streets. Marine FC hosted fantastic event bririging togelher 100 pupils from across Merseystde in a festival of football. Each area was represented by one of the four maln clubs of Merseysidè. The target audience was to young boys and girfs who mighl be in morp danger of the impact of knife crime. The festival WÈS punctuated with workshops Ifom CrimeStoppeT, 81ood Doctors, and Guest Speakers about the dangers and Consequences of knife crime. The day was a huge $u¢¢ess and b& a forerunner of more to come tn this unique partnèrship across Mersey5. 13. Sports Tralder Thls marks the second year of OUT partnership with the national tharty Sports Tr8ider. The new sports shop al MITC now offèrs sports dothing and eouipment lo residents al signtant redUd ¢0515, making sports parti(ypats"on more affordable foi everyone. This initiative was 5UPPOrted by Merseyside Police, aiming lo provide more opportunities for vulnerable individuals. volunteers, and others seeking employment and work experience. Profits generated by the shop are reinvested into local community activities and charities. provKling substantial beneffts lo the community al large. This collaboration not only supports access lo sports goods bul also contributes to the social 8nd economic well-being of the legion. 14. Chri¥tma9 Carol Concert The enchantsng Christmas Corol Concert, ¥ ¢ulN¥natton of collectwe efforts. united over 100 indNiduals in Ihe joyous spirit of the season. Supported by the Sing Me Mersey Choir, Merchant Taylors. Boys School. Valewood Primary, and our dedi¢atèd volunteers, the event brought together people of all ages in celebration ol Christmas and the profound spirit of givsng. Thi5 year, the concert held partul&r signific8n¢¢. offerlng a mts¢h-twdÉd respite from the da¥kne&s and isolation thal the pand¢mic brought to many lives. 15. Royal Court This year we wolcomed the Royal Court Theatre Company lo Marlne Travel Arena. The company produced 8 wonderfvl Show to over 1S0 students from Sacred Heart High School. The show highlighted the Issues ol gangs and Goercion. It focused the dangers ol drugs, county lines and peer Pressure. Th¢ show was followed with a series of lessons to both Lltherknd and Sacred Heart High School, regards Violence lo Womenl Domestic Abuse. These talks were a great success and the partnership betheen M8rinè In the Community and the Royal Court Thèatrè Company allowed ryK)re young people gain support and guidance with regards such important issues that face young people growing up.
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 310ECEMBER 2023 Reserv•¥ policy and golng coe The balance held in total rs¥ves at 31st December 2023 was £35.473. cornprising of a surplus of £10,199 in Restred Fund8 and surplus of £25.274 in Unfeslrl¢Xed Funds. after allowng for fun¢$ led up in tangible fLxed assets. The Charitys main source of incorne IB 9rants and charitable donations. The Trustees consider that il 15 appropriate to prepare the a¢¢ounts on a going concern basis and. consequendy, the accounts do not indud& any adjustments that would b¥ n$cessary Ifthese sources of income should aSe. The trustses aim to establlsh and maintain free rèserves In unrestricted funds at a level ¥thich equates lo approximataly three month5 of unrèstricted charitable expenditure. The trustees consider that this levtrl wtll provide sufficient fvnds lo re$pond to appliCatS lor grants and ensure that support and govamance costs are covefed. Tho trustees consider that the tharity is a going concem. Any reliance on grant fvnding 13 managed Ihrough a Ilexible approach to actNitles and project delivery. StnKture, goveman¢¢ and management Marine in the Communty Is a Charitable Incoiptsraled Organisatlon governed by 115 con$tilulion dated 1. November 2018 and registration as a Charitable Incorporated Organi5ation {Foundath)n} number 1183929 with the Charity Commisslon on 17ty June 2019. The fmslees. who are also the dire¢tors for the purpose ofcompany law, and who 3erved durfng the year and up lo the date of signature of the finanaal statements wore.. MrJRLeary Mr P P Horan MrPWLeary Ms R L Eustace MfMEarf Mr P Wilkin8on Mr D Fairclough (Resigned 31 Dember 20231 {Resigned 31 December 20231 (Appointed 1 July 20241 (Appointed 1 January 20241 (Appointed 1 J¥nuary 20241 Appolntment of tru$t As set otrt in thè constStution trusle*s are elected annually by Ihe members of Ihe th8rtsble organlsatlon attending IheAnnual General meeting. Twstses are appointed for a period ol three years and shal relire from offi¢e by rotation based on their length of service and may offer themsefves for re-election. Organlsatlon The trusteès adnnIster the charity and meet formally on a quart&rty basis. A freelance Communlty Dltector has been appointed by the Irvslees lo manage the day-to-day operations of the charty and he is supported by volunteers and sessional workers. Trt¢È induetion and tralnlng Trustees are given information about their role and responsibilities on first being appointed. They are also g%v¢n a copy ofthe conslitutson, infomiation about stsffing and the charity managemenl, and they are also sh¢Mn copies of poli documents. Relatod partoes and Coaoperatlon wlth othèr organlsatlorFs None of our trustees receive remuneration or other beneff( from thelr work wth the tharty. Any Connection between a trustee or senior manager with any service providers must be disdosed lo Ihe full board ol trustees in the same way as any other cgnlractu81 relationship with a related party. Twslees must dedar8 any confiicl of interest as 8 Standard agenda ttem al each meeting.
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 ststement of trustees responslbllltles The Charity trustees are responsible for preparing a trustees, annual report and financial $tslemen15 in accordance wilh applicabl8 law and Unlled Kingdom Awounting Standards (United Kingdorll Generally Accepted Accounting Pr8Cti¢el which gwe a true and fail view of the state of affairs of tho charity and of the incorning resources and appli¢allon of resources, induding tre Income and expenditure for that per. In preparin9 the fiftan¢ial siatements, the trustee5 will be required to.. Select suitable accounting principles and then apply Ihgm consistently., Observe the methods and principles in the applicable Charities SORP., Make ludgmenls and estimates that are reasonable and prudent., Stale whether applthble accounting stsndards have been followed, subject 10 8ty maleflal departures th81 must be disdosed and exp18ined in the financial statements; Pfepare the finanrial statements on a going concern basis unless li Is approprtate to presurne th* the charity will conlinue in business. The Iruslees are responsible for keeping proper accounting record5 that disclose wlth feasonable accurary al any titHe the financial position of the charity and to enable Ihem to ensufe that the financial statements ¢otT¥pIy with legal requirements. They are also r8sponslble for safeguarding the a$¥8t5 of the Gharity and taking reasonable sleps for the prevention and delectK)n of fraud and other irregularfties. The trustees report was 8ppraved by the Board ofTrustees. MrJ R Lgary Trustee Dated.. 24 ju 2024
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES ON THE PREPARATION OF THE UNAUDITED STATUTORY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 I report to Ihe trustees on my examination of Ihe accounts of the above charity f the Trust") foi the year ended to 31 St Dec8mber 2023. As Ihe charity's trustees, you are responsibl¢ for the PTeparation of the accounts ift accordan wlth the requirement of the Charthes Acl 2011 I'lhe Act,). I report in respect of my examination of thè Trusfs accounts caiiied oi*t under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in C2rrying out rny examination, i have lollowed all the applicable DSrectSons glven by the Charity Commission under section 14515llb} of IheAct. I have completed my examination. I confimi that no material matters h8ve Come to my attention in conneclion with the examination lolher than that disdosed belovfi which gives me cause to believe Ihat in, any m81grial r&spect .' the accounting re¢orcl$ were not kept In accordance with section 130 of th¢ CharSttes Act- or the accounts did not accord wth the accounting Cords., or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirement concernlng the fomi and content of accoun15 set out in the charitiès (Accounts and Reports) Re9ulalions 2008 tsther than any iequirement that the accounts give a 'lTue and falf vlew whlch ts not a matter Considered os part of an independent ?xamination. I have no con¢ems and have come across no othèr matters in connedion with the exarrination to whi¢h attention should bè drawn in this report in order to enablo 8 proper understanding of the accounts to bo rèached. A P Bradshaw FFA FFTA Indepeixlenl Examlner 24 July 2024 22 Cofonation Road Cr08by Liverpool L23 5RQ 10-
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY STATEMENT OF FINANCIALACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 Unmstsleted Restrlcted funds funds 2023 2023 Total Unro$trl¢tsd Restrlcled fLEnds funds 2022 2022 Total 2023 2022 Nots$ Income and endowrnents from: Donations and legacies Charitable acti118 Other income 75,025 27,070 42,865 117,690 27,070 76.284 18,046 500 26,768 103,052 18,048 500 Totsl In¢omg 102,095 42.665 144,760 94,830 26,768 121,598 Ex endlture on: charitab achmties 111.555 37,602 149,157 125268 32,988 158,256 Net lexp8nditur&llineome forthe yearl Net movemgnt In funds 19,4601 5,C63 14,397} 130,438} 16.2201 I.658) Fund balances at 1 January 2023 34.734 5,136 39,870 85.172 11,356 76,528 Fund balances at 31 De¢ernr 2023 25,274 tO,199 35,473 34,734 5,136 39,870 The $18tsment of fSnanc¢al aclivities inGlud¢s all gains and k)ss8$ iecognlsed in the ye8f. All Income and expenditure deiNe from continuing ¥¢tivilies. The $t8lement of financial acti¥ili&$ also complies th the requlrement5 for an income and expendrture account under the Companiesknt 2006.
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2023 2023 2022 Note¥ Flxed assets Tangible assets Current assets Cash at bank and ift hand 3,419 4,954 46.948 51.429 Credttors: amounts falling due within one year 10 {4,3481 (2.0251 Nel current assets 42,600 49,404 Total assots less current Ilabllltles 46,019 54.358 Creditor5: amounts fallin9 du? after more than onè year 11 110.546 114,4881 Net assets 35.473 39.870 Income funds Restricted lunds unrestri8(1 funds 10,199 25.274 5.136 34,734 3S,473 39.870 The company is entitled lo the èxemption from the au¢Jit requirement contained in sedion 477 01 the Companies Act 2006, for Ihe year ended 31 December 2023. The diio¢tors acknowledge Ihgir iesponsibilities for complying with the requirements ol the CompanS6s Act 2006 with respect to accounting CordS and the preparation of finanual stslements. The members have not required the company lo obtain an audit of it8 ffinan¢lal statements fw the year in question n accordance wilh section 476. These finantyal slatemenls have been prepared in accordance Mlh Ihe provisions applicable to companies suble¢t lo the small companies regi. The ftnanrial slaternents were approved by the Trustees on 24 Juty 2024 MrJRLeary Trustee Compary Re915tration No. ¢E017865 12
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 Ac¢ounting polkles Charity Informatlon Marin& In The Community 15 8 private company fimiled by guarantee incorporated in England anij Wales. Thè registered office 15 Marino Travel Arena, College Roart, Crosby, Liverpool, L23 3AS. 1.1 AccountFng conYenlFon The truslees present their annual ieport and financsal statements of the charity for the period ended 31st DeGèmber 2022. The financial $talèments have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note I to the arxtsunls and comply with the charity's trust deed, the Ch8r¥ties Act 2011 and Accounting and Reporting by Charlties.. Staiernenl of Recommended Practice appllcable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance wth the Financial Reporting Stsnd8rd Applicab in the UK and R&public ol Ireland published IFRS 1021 leffecuve 1 January 2015). 1.2 Income Income is recognised when the charity is legalty enli118d to it after any perlormance ¢ondillons have been mel, the amounts can be rnea5urtrd reliably, and 1 1$ Probable that income will be reCeed. Cash donatlons are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the ch8rity has been nottfied of the donation. unless performance conditions requi deferral of the aFnount. Income tax recoverable In relation to donations receNed under GrtAid or deeds of Covenant Is reco9nised at the time of the donation. Legacies a recognised on Teceipl or otherwise il the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known. and rèceipt is expected. If thè amount Is not known. the lega¢y is treated as a contingent a5$et. Expendituie i8 recognised once there i$ a legal or ¢on8trtsctiV8 obligation to transfer economlc benefit to a third paty, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits wll be required in settlement, and the amount of the obligatlon Can be measured reli8bty. Expendrture is dassifted by actNity. The costs of each actswty are made up of the total ol direct Costs and shared costs, in¢luding support Costs involved in undertaking each activity. Dire¢t ¢osts attributable to a slngle activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs whith contribute to more Ihan one activity and support costs which are not attributable lo a Single activity are apportioned befvleen those activities on a basis consistent with th6 use ol resources. Central staff costs are allocated on th8 basis of time spent. and depreciation Charges are allocated on the portion of the assel's use. 1.3 Tangible flxed assets Tangible fixed assèts are Initially me88ured al cosl and subsequently measured al ¢05t ol valuatson, nel of deprgciation and any impairment losses. Depreciation Is recognised so 85 to write off the Cost or valuation of asset5 less their residual value5 OVW th¢ uselul lives on the following bases.. Plant and equipment Gomp4kters 25% reduclng balance 33.33% Straight line method The gain or Ios$ 3Tising on the disposal ol an asset is determined as the differen between the sale proceed5 and the canying value of Ihe 8sset, and is recognised in Ihe statement ol financial activities. 1.4 Impalmient of flxed assets At each reporting end date, the charity Teviews the cawying amoun15 of its tangib assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assels have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, thè recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairrnenl bss lif any}. 13-
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUEDI FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 Donatlons and legacies Unrnslricted Restricted funds funds Total unreStrted Restricted lund$ funds Total 2023 2023 2023 2022 2022 2022 Donations 8rtd glfts Olhei 75,025 14.066 28.599 89,091 28,599 76,284 76,284 26,788 26,788 Charltable Incomo 2023 2022 Pilch hire income 27,070 18,046 Oth•r Income Total Unrestdcted funds 2023 2022 Empkjyment subsidy 500 14
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 Charltable expendituré 2023 2022 Staff costs Depreciation impaimenl Bank charges Sèssional staff costs General expenses Rent Reporting accountant Small equlpmenls Advertising Accountancy Conyuter sofNvare costs Loan interest paid Conmnunity donations 72,741 1,535 278 30,558 15,855 22,205 1.200 1,392 563 1,728 470 317 315 94,100 2,391 17,328 23,810 15,357 1,080 863 975 1,332 432 414 174 149,157 158,256 149,157 158.256 Analy$ls by fund unstricted funds Restricted funds 111.555 37.602 125,268 32,988 149.157 158,256 Tru$te¢5 None of the IFUStees lor &ny persons connected Mrith them} receNed any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year. Ernploy••s The average Month number ol employees durlng the yearwas.. 2023 Number 2022 Numbèr 11 15
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 Employ Icontlnuedl Employmvnt coats 2023 2022 Wages 8nd salaries Olher pension costs 71,235 1,506 94,100 72,741 94,100 Thèrb were no employees whosè annual remuneTalion was than £eo,000. Taxation The charity is exempt from tax on income and galns falling wsthin section 505 of the TaxesAcl 1988 or sèction 252 of the Taxationof Chargeable Gain5 Act 1992 to the exienl that th8S8 arè applied to its tharitabl& obietsts. Tanglble flxed assets Planta¢)d oqulpTr*nt ¢omputorx Total Cost At 1 January 2023 1,855 5.783 7,638 Al 31 December 2023 1,855 5,783 7,638 Oepreclatlon and impalment At t January 2023 DeprecAation charged in Ihe year 2,220 1,187 2,864 1,535 348 Al 31 De¢ember 2023 812 3,407 4,219 Carrylng amount At 31 Decembei 2023 1,043 2,376 3,419 At 31 December 2022 1,391 4,954 10 Cr8dltors.' amounts falllng du• wlthln one yèar 2023 2022 other taxation and social security Trade credbtors Other credittsrs Accfuals and deferred income 1.338 781 1.331 900 781 344 900 4.348 2,025 16-
MARINE IN THE COMMUNITY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS {CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023 11 Credltors: amounts falllng dua aft•r more than one yo¥r 2023 2022 Notes Bank loans 10,548 14,488 12 Analysis of net assets betren funds Unyestrfcted Restricted fund$ funds 2023 2023 Totsl Unrestrfcted Reslrided funds funds 2022 2022 Total 2023 2022 Fund balances at 31 December 2023 are reprtrsenled by". Tangible assets CuThent asset{11&bllltItrSI Long term liabilities 3,419 32,401 110.5461 3,419 42,600 110,5461 4,954 44,268 {14.4881 4,954 49,404 114,4881 10.199 5,136 25.274 10.199 35,473 34,734 5,136 39,870 17-