FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION – ANNUAL REPORT
2021-2022
The charity is set up as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, governed by a constitution.
The foundation was formed from the former community group, additional trustees have been appointed from the local community, via volunteers or recommendation from existing trustees.
Charity No. 1189894
The Shay Stadium Halifax HX1 2YT
In association with
The purpose of the charity is to provide opportunities to everyone in the local community, using the medium of sport and the FC Halifax Town brand to engage, inspire and motivate them.
We aim to provide more inclusive opportunities for sport and play, inspiring participation and achievement.
We aim to enable individuals and families to develop healthier and happier lifestyles.
We are developing a unique coaching skill set, to make the Foundation versatile and able to deliver comprehensive programmes to all partners We deliver high standards through a committed and skilled workforce
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION TRUSTEES
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Trustee name Office Dates acted
Rachel Goult, Manager Calderdale Registration Service Chair 01.07.20 onwards
Roger Bottomley, Retired Financial Services Manager Treasurer 01.07.20 onwards
Kelly Gilchrist 01.07.20 onwards
Clem Rushworth, Club Accountant 01.07.20 onwards
Sarah Maligranda Safeguarding 09.09.21 onwards
Asad Qureshi 09.09.21 onwards
Steve Duncan DL, CEO Community Foundation for 13.06.22 onwards
Calderdale
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Trustees have all been issued with a copy of the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit.
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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Safeguarding controls are fully in place, and all trustees have a current DBS check
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We are working towards The National League Capability Code of Practice – and have achieved an overall satisfactory rating. Work is ongoing to review and improve.
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Our Board of Trustees has been strengthened with the appointment of three new trustees, each bringing a range of additional skills and experience, see Appendix 1
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Financial controls are firmly in place. We are working towards a reserves policy of 3 months operating costs, plus statutory redundancy pay, and have introduced a more efficient method of reconciling payments due to the Club.
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We have progressed with the introduction of an independent website for the Foundation
FC HALIFAX TOWN & FOUNDATION STRUCTURE PATHWAY
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ACADE
SCHOOLS & MY
TOURNAME
NTS SHAYTO DEVELOPMENT/F U10-
YOUTH
TS UTSAL 16
TEAM &
SHADOW
HOLIDAY <4yrs 5-14yrs
SQUAD U17-
COURSES
18/19
AD-HOC
SHADO
ACTIVITIES
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AD-HOC
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ACTIVITIES
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FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION CONSEQUENCES OF THE PANDEMIC
A summary of a survey into the consequences included:
- 50% reported slightly reduced and a further 50% reported significantly reduced activity levels during periods of
lockdown.
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Two-thirds reported reduced motivation towards activity and increased fatigue.
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37% reported increased lethargy, irritability, frustration and negative feelings.
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25% reported increased apprehension to return to exercise, this was partly due to weight gain and physical appearance.
Using the name of FC Halifax Town and the power of football many of our projects have been geared to address the consequences of the pandemic by providing increased access to organised sport, tackle inactivity within the local community and improve mental wellbeing via sport.
Research suggests that active children are happier, more resilient and more trusting of others, it has also shown a positive association between being active and higher levels of mental wellbeing.
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION CURRENT PROGRAMME
Programme Events Participation Academy 45-weeks 76 players Invitational sessions & games programme 2- U11-16 sessions/week/group U14 & U16 JPL fixture Development/Futsal 45-weeks 70 1- players Open sessions weekly/session/grou U7-16 p Girls Only Trial – June Partnering Leeds United Foundation Start – September Shaytots Not restarted after Covid Parent/toddler participation prog, phase 1-3
Schools In-school 12-14 Y2-6 x 192-224 sessions Adam weekly/sessions children Heslop Cup HalfY5-6 x 70 children time competition 7-events Holiday Courses 6-events – 44-days 5-13 years Av. 30Open sessions during holidays partnering 50 HAF/NLT daily (1320-2200)
Open sessions during holidays partnering HAF/NLT with nutritional support Ad-hoc events
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION IMPACT
A summary of the evaluation survey included:
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64% of participants reported increased positive feeling and confidence towards sport and physical activity as a result of participating in the project.
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50% reported general increase in confidence and happiness following their participation. This was attributed to meeting
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new people and making new friends, feeling successful within the sessions and positive interaction with staff.
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Average increase of 75 new participants/week, an increase of 65% attending two-weekly sessions, 50% reported increased
home based activity as a result of following the home training programme.
- Reversed national trend and typical drop-out of children aged 14-16.
Nutrition Education:
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29% of participants reported increased knowledge of healthy nutrition.
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30% said they tried a new food or tried a food they would normally avoid.
• 69% reported increased effort to eat more fruit or vegetables daily, which suggests the project has contributed to create lasting change.
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION CASE STUDIES
"The Halifax Town football holiday clubs were brilliant. I always get worried when the holidays come up as my son has body dysmorphia and severe anxiety and lack of confidence in himself, as a result of being bullied at school, the only way to keep his anxieties down are to keep him busy especially in the only thing it he feels good at in life football! It is a daily battle to him out of the house in the holidays as lack of exercise make his anxiety worse and he gets into a bad habit of going on the PS4 or on his phone even though I try to get him out at least an hour a day for walks etc. NAME was nervous about the first session but then asked me everyday if he was going and had a big smile when I said yes he couldn’t wait to go the staff were brilliant and so kind getting his confidence up and putting him at ease even though he doesn’t speak much he still told me about friendships he had made I can’t normally afford to send him much so this was great especially the free lunch. Thankyou so much for making the sessions so good for our family and not the usual stress we have as his mental health usually sadly goes down with lack of exercise routine the last few weeks of the holidays, he loved it thanks again, we’re looking forward to the next one."
"NAME attended the summer school scheme at Beech Hill and absolutely loved the opportunity to develop her skills and meet new friends, she had just begun playing for her local team and I feel the summer school gave her the extra confidence boost she so
desperately needed, she has now roped her sister into playing for the local team and me into managing it, the summer school at beech hill effectively turned us into the football family we are today."
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION OUR VISION: HEALTHY, HAPPY AND CONNECTED COMMUNITIES
FC HALIFAX TOWN APPENDIX 1 – TRUSTEE SKILLS AUDIT
The skills table below is a general indicator of the skills held by the Board of Trustees
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Public x x
Relations
x x x
Safeguarding
Health & x x
Safety
Financial x x x
Governance x x x x
Education x
Disability
x x
Community
Engagement
Administratio x x x x
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x x
Fundraising
Coaching
x x
Equality and
Di i
Rachel Asad Clem Kelly Roger Sarah Steve
oult ureshi hworth ilchrist omley randa uncan
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FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION
FCHT Foundation - Financial Accounts - 01/07/21 to 30/06/22
| Balance held at 01/07/21 | £48,548.89 |
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| INCOME | |
| Grants | £75,935.85 |
| Invoiced Income | £14,345.00 |
| Equipment Refund | £100.00 |
| Coaching/Kit monies | £57,518.00 |
| Donations | £254.00 |
| Sponsorship | £1,000.00 |
| INCOME | EXPENDITURE | ||
| Grants | £75,935.85 | FC Halifax Town | £59,159.72 |
| Invoiced Income | £14,345.00 | Equipment/Kit | £17,086.57 |
| Equipment Refund | £100.00 | Referees Fees | £990.00 |
| Coaching/Kit monies | £57,518.00 | Coaches | £12,726.00 |
| Donations | £254.00 | Coaching Course Refund | £30.00 |
| Sponsorship | £1,000.00 | Indemnity Insurance | £476.34 |
| Charitable Donations | £25.00 | ||
| Stationery | £20.00 | ||
| HR Guidance | £570.00 | ||
| Facility Hire | £25,189.60 | ||
| Course Food & Snacks/Tea & Cofee | £5,049.73 | ||
| Junior Premier League | £2,130.00 | ||
| DBS Fee | £50.00 | ||
| Educational Seminars | £960.00 | ||
| Medals/Trophies | £166.80 | ||
| Xmas Gifts | £199.84 | ||
| Staf Leaving Vouchers | £70.00 | ||
| Mileage Expenses | £196.20 | ||
| Total Income | £149,152.85 | Total Expenditure | £125,095.80 |
| Balance held at 30/06/22 | £72,605.94 | ||
| Roger Bottomley | |||
| TREASURER | |||
| FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION |
18110122 To... All Charlty Trustees Re:. FC Hallfax Town Foundation (Charfty Ref..- 1189894) Flnanclal Accounts 01107121 to 30106122 l Confirm that I have today carried out the requisite independent examination of the above accounts and find them to be in order. Kind regards Yours faithfullv John Ellis RAOB GLE Hallfax PGL Benevolent Fund (Charfty Ref 252520)