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
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Page
Chair￿n.$ 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 01￿CtOr. 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 suc￿sSful in helping older community members better understand and Connect
through social media and online se¢urity.
We continue to support a duster of pr*mary 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.

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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 appre￿atIon 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 prepa￿d 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 PL*blished (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 Su￿OUnd1n9
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 sk*115, 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
rev￿￿n9 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.

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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 9￿UpS 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.

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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
. Radr￿Id Homecare
The grants enable MITC lo dovolop as a charity and engage with local people who are supporters of the football
club, and the W￿er communty. Grants weTe vsed lo Impft)ve community engagement delivered mainly thiough
our fantastic volunteer workfor￿. Funding se￿red 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-bein￿hY$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
fOUndat￿n 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.

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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 s￿iety
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 actIV￿e$ 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.

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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 sign￿tant￿ redU￿d ¢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 part￿ul&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.

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Reserv•¥ policy and golng co￿e￿
The balance held in total r*s*¥ves at 31st December 2023 was £35.473. cornprising of a surplus of £10,199 in
Restr￿ed 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 appliCat￿S 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$tilulion dated 1.
November 2018 and registration as a Charitable Incorporated Organi5ation {Foundath)n} number 1183929 with
the Charity Commisslon on 17ty June 2019.
The fmslees. who are also the dire¢tors for the purpose ofcompany law, and who 3erved durfng the year and up
lo the date of signature of the finanaal statements wore..
MrJRLeary
Mr P P Horan
MrPWLeary
Ms R L Eustace
MfMEarf
Mr P Wilkin8on
Mr D Fairclough
(Resigned 31 De￿mber 20231
{Resigned 31 December 20231
(Appointed 1 July 20241
(Appointed 1 January 20241
(Appointed 1 J¥nuary 20241
Appolntment of tru$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 adn￿nIster 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.
Tr￿t¢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.

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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
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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 acti￿11￿8
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¢ern￿r 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
unrestri￿8(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
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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 reCe￿ed.
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 G*rtAid 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}.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUEDI
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Donatlons and legacies
Unrnslricted Restricted
funds
funds
Total unreStr￿ted 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
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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$ls by fund
un￿stricted funds
Restricted funds
111.555
37.602
125,268
32,988
149.157
158,256
Tru$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
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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
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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 betr￿en 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
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