## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period**
**From 1st January 2022 Period start date To December 31st 2022 Period end date**
**Charity name: Supporting The Future**
**Charity registration number: 1188603**
## **Objectives and Activities**
||SORP reference||
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|Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document|Para 1.17|Our objective is to make a positive difer-
ence in the lives of children and young
individuals through the medium of
sports, with a current focus on initiatives
in Africa, specifcally within Kenya, South
Africa, and Lesotho.|
|Summary of the main activi-
ties in relation to those pur-
poses for the public benefit,
in particular, the activities,
projects or services identified
in the accounts.|Para 1.17 and 1.19|Our primary activities are football train-
ing sessions for teams and schools in
deprived areas. During these activities,
we donate clothing, footwear and equip-
ment to the school, team and individuals
that take part. Additionally we are hold-
ing coaching courses for coaches and
teachers in local communities to support
them with education and understanding
on how to better communicate and chal-
lenge children over the 3 countries we
work in. Finally, we are holding career
days for young adults between the ages
of 13-16 to give them access to training
classes in diferent felds of work to help
them decide which career path they
would like to take and give them an in-
side to the working world.|
|Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity Com-
mission on public benefit|Para 1.18|The charity's main activities revolve
around football training sessions con-
ducted for teams and schools located
in economically disadvantaged areas.
During these sessions, the charity pro-
vides donations of clothing, footwear,
and sports equipment to beneft the
participating schools, teams, and indi-
viduals.
In addition to football training, the
charity is actively involved in ofering
coaching courses to coaches and
teachers within local communities.
These courses aim to enhance their
skills in efectively communicating with
and motivating children, ensuring a
positive and constructive learning en-
vironment.
Furthermore, the charity organises ca-
reer days specifcally targeting young
adults aged 13-16. These events pro-
vide valuable exposure to various pro-
fessional felds and industries, assist-
ing the youth in making informed deci-
sions about their future career paths.
By ofering insights into the working
world, these career days empower
young individuals to make informed
choices regarding their future aspira-
tions.
In summary, the charity's core activi-
ties encompass football training ses-
sions, donations of essential sporting
gear, coaching courses for educators,
and career guidance events for young
adults. These eforts align with the
overarching goal of positively impact-
ing the lives of children and young
people in the three countries where
the charity operates.||
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## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
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SORP reference||
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|Policy on grant making|Para 1.38|At present, the charity does not seek
grants as its funding exclusively relies
on contributions from individuals. A
grant application policy will be estab-
lished at a later stage when the charity
decides to pursue grant opportunities|
|Policy on social investment
including program related in-
vestment|Para 1.38|Currently, the charity does not possess
any policies related to social invest-
ment.|
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|Contribution made by volun-
teers|Para 1.38|With the exception of the founder,
James Murray, all volunteers are re-
sponsible for covering their fight ex-
penses for the trip. These fights are
typically direct, and volunteers often
travel together with the donated items
in their luggage. Additionally, volun-
teers are responsible for the cost of
their accommodation while traveling
with the charity. They are also ex-
pected to provide for their own meals.
Transportation for volunteers will be ar-
ranged and paid for by the charity. Vol-
unteers are required to participate in
daily activities that have been pre-ar-
ranged for them. The standard volun-
teer commitment is up to 35 hours per
week, excluding travel time, with most
volunteers contributing 20-25 hours per
week (excluding travel)|
|Other||**N/A**|
## **Achievements and Performance**
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|Summary of the main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity’s work has made to
the circumstances of its ben-
eficiaries and any wider ben-
efits to society as a whole.|Para 1.20|Last year, the charity achieved signif-
cant progress by providing training and
enhancing the skills of 45 coaches in
Lesotho. These coaches underwent a
comprehensive 10-week coaching
course facilitated by James Murray,
which included rigorous testing and
evaluations. These 45 coaches are ac-
tively involved in the local community
of Maseru, Lesotho, where they work
within primary, secondary, and high
schools. They also engage with children
in football teams, catering to both girls
and boys ranging from 5 to 25 years
old. It is estimated that the positive im-
pact of this training course could ex-
tend to as many as 2,000 children in|
Lesotho. In the year 2022, the charity made remarkable strides by donating a total of 29 suitcases filled with clothing, footwear, and sports equipment across Kenya, Lesotho, and South Africa. This generous donation amounted to nearly one ton in weight. Additionally, the charity embarked on its inaugural visit to Kenya, reaching out to two remote districts that had never received foreign aid before. In a significant move, the charity also supported the establishment of seven new teams in Lesotho and South Africa. This initiative is expected to provide access to competitive sports for approximately 210 children who were not previously engaged in such activities.
## **Additional information (optional)**
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|Achievements against objec-
tives set|Para 1.41|•
1) Expanding our reach by launching
activities in a new country, targeting
two previously untapped areas. Our
aim was to provide support to local
coaches by providing them with es-
sential equipment and football kits.
The children benefting from these ac-
tivities were in the age range of 10 to
13 years old.
Kenya marked the third country where we
extended our outreach and conducted ac-
tivities. Our visits took us to Oyugis and
Kapenguria, two remote areas located far
from the capital city of Nairobi. We believe
that capital cities tend to receive signifcant
support, often leaving rural areas under-
served. Our commitment to reaching these
rural areas refects our dedication to provid-
ing much-needed international assistance
where it's most required. During our visits
to Oyugis and Kapenguria, we supplied
both local teams with a comprehensive set
of resources, including new kits, balls, bibs,
cones, and over 15 pairs of football boots.
2) Fostering a deeper understanding of po-
tential career paths among children
through activity-based learning. We sought
to ofer opportunities for children to explore
various employment options, aiding them in
making informed decisions about their fu-
ture educational paths and enhancing their
prospects for future employment.
In Lesotho, we organised our frst ever ca-
reer day event. With a diverse range of ac-
tivities such as cofee making, barbering,
photography, and arts and crafts, we intro-
duced 100 primary school children to seven
distinct career paths. Each child had the op-
portunity to spend 20 minutes at each sta-
tion before moving on to the next one. This
format enabled the children to actively en-
gage in hands-on activities, ask questions,
and gain a deeper insight into various in-
dustries.
3) Enhancing our presence and engage-
ment on social media platforms, with a spe-
cifc focus on increasing the number of
shares on our Facebook posts. Facebook
represents our strongest channel for inter-
action and outreach.
Among the schools, teams, and individuals
we collaborate with, approximately 90% al-
ready maintain a Facebook presence. In-
stead of solely posting content ourselves
and tagging them, we adopted a direct ap-
proach. We engaged with them and re-
quested that they actively share our posts.
As part of our mutual agreement before
providing support, we encouraged them to
not only share the post but also ensure that||
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|||fve others did the same. This strategy ef-
fectively expanded the post's reach, in-
creased interactions, and helped us achieve
our primary objectives.|
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|Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set|Para 1.41|As a charitable organisation, we have
consistently increased our fundraising
eforts year after year. Our ongoing
goal is to surpass our expenditures. Re-
grettably, this has become an uphill
struggle due to the fnancial challenges
posed by factors such as infation and
the impact of COVID-19 on businesses
and individuals alike.
In 2022, we faced a shortfall in our
fundraising eforts, resulting in a defcit
of £1,771.45. To bridge this fnancial
gap, our founder, James Murray, pro-
vided a loan to cover this amount. It is
our intention to repay this loan to him
once we secure additional funding in
the future.|
|Investment performance
against objectives|Para 1.41|No investment was made into the char-
ity from business organisations in the
year of 2022.|
|Other||**N/A**|
## **Financial Review**
|**inancial Review**|||
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|Review of the charity’s finan-
cial position at the end of the
period|Para 1.21|The charity currently reports a defcit of
£1,771.45 in its fnancial position. This
amount represents a loan extended by
James Murray to the charity during a
time of need. This arrangement allevi-
ates the burden of the charity incurring
signifcant repayment obligations with
signifcant interest.
The charity is committed to making ev-
ery efort to secure the required funds
not only for the upcoming 2023 tour
but also to cover the outstanding debt
of £1,771.45 owed to James Murray.
Our goal is to fully repay him for the
amount extended.|
|Statement explaining the pol-
icy for holding reserves stat-
ing why they are held|Para 1.22|Funds below the threshold of £500 will
be earmarked and set aside as reserves
to cover potential future repayments.
Any amount exceeding this threshold
will be subject to discussion during
trustee meetings and considered for in-
vestment in future bookings for upcom-
ing trips. This approach enables the
charity to beneft from cost savings
through advance bookings and reduces
the fnancial burden of raising funds in
the months leading up to each tour.
It's worth noting that in the year 2022,
the charity did not maintain any re-
serve funds.|
|Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|**£0**|
|Reasons for holding zero re-
serves|Para 1.22|**N/A**|
|Details of fund materially in
deficit|Para 1.24|The charity was unable to collect suf-
cient funds to cover all of its expenses.
The gap between the donations re-
ceived and the money spent amounted
to £1,771.45. This sum is a debt owed
to James Murray, and the agreement is
that it will only be repaid when the
charity has the necessary funds avail-
able. The repayment must take place
within a three-year period from Decem-
ber 31, 2022.|
|Explanation of any uncertain-
ties about the charity continu-
ing as a going concern|Para 1.23|Thanks to James Murray's dedication to
the charity and the support of other
volunteers, there's absolutely no doubt
that the charity will carry on into 2023.
We're already working on plans for a|
tour in September 2023, just like the four-month trip James Murray led in 2022. All the trustees agree that fundraising needs to be a bigger focus in 2023 because we didn't reach our goals in 2022.
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|The charity’s principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising)|Para 1.47|The primary source of funding for the
charity comes from generous donations
made by individuals. These individuals
often have a personal connection to the
charity's cause and are typically
friends, family members, or acquain-
tances of the volunteers who actively
participate in the charity's missions.
At the present moment, these individ-
ual donations constitute the charity's
sole source of fnancial support. In
other words, the charity relies entirely
on the goodwill and contributions of
these individuals to sustain its opera-
tions and carry out its mission.|
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|Investment policy and objec-
tives including any social in-
vestment policy adopted|Para 1.46|The charity does not currently have an
investment policy or social investment
policy.|
|A description of the principal
risks facing the charity|Para 1.46|The most signifcant concern for the
charity is the possibility of not being
able to secure sufcient funds for the
activities it intends to carry out. Every
year, the charity encounters challenges
in raising the necessary funds, and this
fnancial hurdle represents the primary
and major risk that the charity con-
fronts.|
|Other||**N/A**|
## **Structure, Governance and Management**
|Description of charity’s
trusts:||**N/A**|
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|Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25|**N/A**|
|How is the charity consti-
tuted?
(e.g unincorporated associa-
tion, CIO)|Para 1.25|**CIO**|
|Trustee selection methods
including details of any con-
stitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees|Para 1.25|Selected by the founder, James Mur-
ray, through a meticulous and thought-
ful selection process, trustee candi-
dates are required to present their
qualifcations, background, and ratio-
nale for seeking the position. Addition-
ally, they undergo a DBS (Disclosure
and Barring Service) check, ensuring a
comprehensive evaluation before be-
ing considered for the role. This thor-
ough approach ensures that individu-
als chosen for trustee positions are
well-qualifed, suitable for the respon-
sibilities, and have passed necessary
background checks, ultimately serving
the charity efectively.|
## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
|Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees|Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees||Our charity is dedicated to providing
training to our trustees, ensuring they
possess the knowledge and skills nec-
essary for efective governance and
oversight. Our training policies encom-
pass the following key areas:
1. **Financial Management:**We pro-
vide training on fnancial oversight,
budgeting, and fnancial reporting,
empowering trustees to monitor our
fnancial health.
2.**Safeguarding:**We prioritise safe-
guarding training to protect vulnerable
individuals connected to our charity,
such as children or vulnerable adults.|
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||Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees|Para 1.51|Our charity is dedicated to providing
training to our trustees, ensuring they
possess the knowledge and skills nec-
essary for efective governance and
oversight. Our training policies encom-
pass the following key areas:
1. **Financial Management:**We pro-
vide training on fnancial oversight,
budgeting, and fnancial reporting,
empowering trustees to monitor our
fnancial health.
2.**Safeguarding:**We prioritise safe-
guarding training to protect vulnerable
individuals connected to our charity,
such as children or vulnerable adults.|
|||||
|The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider net-
work with which the charity
works|Para 1.51|The charity comprises three trustees,
including its founder, along with part-
time volunteers. James Murray, the
founder, is responsible for making deci-
sions on behalf of the charity, subject
to approval or rejection by the trustees
during trustee meetings. These meet-
ings occur on a monthly or bi-monthly
basis, serving as forums to address on-
going issues and considerations, as well
as to assess and endorse or disapprove
of decisions proposed by James Murray.
As for part-time volunteers, their in-
volvement varies annually, depending
on availability and their ability to com-
mit to the charity's trips.
Our extensive network of partners
plays a pivotal role in driving our suc-
cess. These global collaborators are in-
strumental in facilitating our overseas
operations, ofering invaluable support
in various aspects such as translation,
navigation, identifying benefciaries,
ensuring safety, and more. Our rela-
tionship with these individuals and or-
ganisations is a mutual one; they de-
pend on us for support just as much as
we depend on their assistance.
As we expand our work in the countries
we visit, our network continues to grow.
We are committed to nurturing and ex-
panding our network in all the countries
we operate in, even before embarking
on our frst visits to these areas. This
collaborative approach is at the heart of
our mission, enabling us to make a
meaningful impact on the communities
we serve.|
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|Relationship with any related
parties|Para 1.51|"Supporting the Future" has established
partnerships with various organisations
in diferent countries. These partner-
ships range from ongoing day-to-day
collaborations to annual events and vis-
its. Here is a list of the organisations
with which we have established rela-
tionships:"
Lesotho
Kick4life
LFA
Makhoakhoa FC
Mafeteng Sistas
South Africa|
Sports Stepping Stones academy Kenya Wire Soccer Acadmey Care Support Organisation (CASO AFRICA) **N/A** Other
## **Reference and Administrative details**
|Charity name|Supporting The Future|
|---|---|
|Other name the charity uses|STF|
|Registered charity number|1188603|
|Charity’s principal address|40 Beech Avenue, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 1QH|
## **Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity**
|1
2
3
orpora|**Trustee name**|**Office (if any)**|**Office (if any)**|**Dates acted if not for**
**whole year**|**Dates acted if not for**
**whole year**|**Name of person (or body)**
**entitled to appoint trustee**
**(if any)**|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
||Jean Murray|||||James Murray|
||Ryan Hoult|||||James Murray|
||Sarah Upton|||||James Murray|
|**Director name**|||||||
|**N/A**|||**N/A**||**N/A**||
Corporate trustees – names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
|**Trustee name**|**Dates acted if not for whole year**||
|---|---|---|
|**N/A**|**N/A**||
## **Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others**
|Description of the assets
held in this capacity|N/A|
|---|---|
|Name and objects of the
charity on whose behalf the
assets are held and how this
falls within the custodian
charity’s objects|N/A|
|Details of arrangements for
safe custody and segrega-
tion of such assets from the
charity’s own assets|N/A|
## **Additional information (optional)**
## **Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)**
|**Type of**
**adviser**
**Name**
**Address**|**Type of**
**adviser**
**Name**
**Address**|**Type of**
**adviser**
**Name**
**Address**|
|---|---|---|
|**N/A**|**N/A**|**N/A**|
**Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)**
**N/A**
## **Exemptions from disclosure**
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
## **N/A**
## **Other optional information**
## **N/A**
**Supporting The Future annual fnancial report for the year end December 31st 2021**
**Incoming report**
|**Incoming**
**resources**|**Unre**
**-**
**stricted**
**funds**|**Restricted**
**funds**|**Total funds**|**Remaining**
**funds**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|Generated
funds|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|Charitable
activities|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|Donated
funds|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|Government
subsidies|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|**Total in-**
**coming**|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|**Total funds**
**carried for-**
**ward into**
**next fnan-**
**cial year**|£0|£0|£0|£0|
## **Outgoing report**
|**Outgoing**
**resources**|**Unre**
**-**
**stricted**
**funds**|**Restricted**
**funds**|**Total funds**|**Remaining**
**funds**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|Spend on vol-
unteers|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|Spend on
trustees|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|Spend on in-
ternational
tour|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|Spend pre
tour|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|Spend post
tour|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|Miscella-
neous spend-
ing|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|**Total out-**
**going**|£0|£0|£0|£0|
|**Total funds**
**carried for-**
**ward into**
**next fnan-**
**cial year**|£0|£0|£0|£0|