Side by Side-TTUStee Report 20225 Trustees, Annual Re ort for the Period From: To: Chari name: Charity registration number: OIA ril 2024 31 March 2025 Side b Side 1186481 Period Start Date Period End Date Objectives and Activities Establish and manage a community choir in one or more areas. To provide facilities whtch promote the prdttice or enjoyment of the art of music for recreation and other leisure time occupation and to make them available in the interests of social welfare to individuals who have need of such faclllties by reason of their youth, age, infirmity or disablement, financial hardship or social and economic circumstances or for the public at large with the object of improving conditions of life. To further such exclusively charitable purposes for the public benefit according to the law of England and Wales as the charity trustees shall in their absolute discretion determine. To advance, improve, develop and maintsin public education in, and appreclatlon of, the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, Including through presentstion of public concerts and recitals. Achievements and Performances In this period Side by Side: Received a £25,000 donation from the Marus Trust. Thls money has been used to develop a 5-year financial budget plan. Has grown in members from 8 to 14 regular rehearsal attendees. Has established an annual summer and annual festive concert in which we invite other acts with similar ethos to ours to showcase their tslents. We have also performed at a choir memberfs birthday. Has been able to increase payments for musical direttor and assistant musical director to move closer to industrial standards. Reformed the committee In order to help wlth event organisation and to consult with on the layout and strurture of choir sessions to rnt the needs of all choir members. Ran a workshop in the Summer Holidays to colncide with the Little Cheese whlch is an annual event taking place in Caerphilly. Were featured on the BBC Radio Wales Roy Noble show. We have faced some challenges in designating someone to manage social media and so this is currently being managed by the CEO until the position Is filled. Side byside Charity Numb8r: 1186481
Side by Side-Trustee Report 2024-25 Financial Review Side By Side is looking financially stable and viable with a balance of £21,294.76 in the bank account and £100 in the petty cash tin. It is certain that Side by Side can continue to operate under Its current provisions. Structure, Governance and Management Side by Side has a small board of trustees consisting of 5 people, recruitment for new trustees Is on-golng. Side by Side hold a Constitution as the Governlng Document and Is Constituted as a CIO. To appoint trustees, we open an appllcation period for all to apply and then select an appllcant based on sklll. experience and passlon. In Instances Whe a trustee Is to be appolnted, the trustees at that tlme tske a vote based on the informatlon held at that time. Reference and Administrative details Charlt Name Other names the charl Re isters charl number Chari 's Princi al Address Slde b Slde uses 1186481 33 Commerclal Road Abercarn NPII SAH Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Trustee Name Office (if any) Dates acted If not for whole ear Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee Ifan Mlchael Charles Hannah Hawkins Kathryn Gower Kathy Orriss Hefln Davld Chairperson Vlce Chalrperson TreaSUr Secretary 10 Corporate trustees - names of the directors at the date the report was approved Dirertor name Rikki Pullen Side byside Charity Number". 1186481 wfftrais.IDgouNo.ice..¢.o..uk
Side by Side-Trustee Report 2024-25 Exemption from disclosure Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details Other optional information Declarations The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (e.g. Secretary, Chair etc.) Date I aLIL CHA4Le5 SEC PE IA4y SÉPr&v&el LS Side by Side CharityNumber: 1186481
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Side by Side – Record of Accounts 2024–25
Record of Accounts 2024–25
Income
Income Breakdown
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£653.11 £244.35
£25,000.00
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Donations (Cash & Online) Fundraising Income Trusts & Grants
Income for 2024–25 was dominated by a one-off £25,000 award from the Marus Trust, with additional income from regular donations and community fundraising giving a total income of £25,897.46.
Expenditure
Expenditure Breakdown
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-£726.38
-£805.00
-£41.01 -£3,652.49
-£497.03
-£94.96
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Freelance Invoice Hospitality & Social Insurance Subscriptions Venue Hire Website & Marketing
Expenditure for 2024–25 was mainly venue hire and freelance musician payments, with smaller costs for insurance, website/marketing, and hospitality giving a total expenditure of £5,816.87.
Side by Side
Charity Number: 1186481
www.raisingourvoice.co.uk
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Side by Side – Record of Accounts 2024–25
Income vs Expenditure
Income vs Expenditure
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Overall income exceeded expenditure in 2024–25, largely due to the oneoff £25,000 trust award. This created a surplus to support future activities.
Conclusion
These figures provide a clear overview of Side by Side’s financial activity during 2024–25. They highlight both the generosity of our supporters and the importance of grant funding in enabling the choir to thrive. Alongside the one-off trust award, regular donations and community fundraising remain vital for meeting our ongoing costs. The committee and trustees will continue to monitor income and expenditure carefully to ensure the charity remains sustainable, resilient, and able to deliver high-quality, inclusive opportunities for members in the years ahead.
These accounts form part of the Side by Side Trustee Report for 2024–25. The Trustee Report, including these accounts, has been reviewed, approved, and signed by the charity’s trustees in accordance with Charity Commission requirements.
Side by Side
Charity Number: 1186481
www.raisingourvoice.co.uk