FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION – ANNUAL REPORT 2022 23
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
| Trustee name | Ofce | Dates acted |
|---|---|---|
| Rachel Goult, Registration Service Manager, Calderdale MBC |
Chair | 01.07.20 onwards |
| Roger Bottomley, Retired Financial Services Manager | Treasurer | 01.07.20 onwards |
| Kelly Gilchrist, Media Manager, FC Halifax Town | 01.07.20 onwards | |
| Clem Rushworth, Accountant, FC Halifax Town | 01.07.20 onwards | |
| Sarah Maligranda, Independent Visitor and Volunteer Coordinator, Calderdale MBC |
Safeguarding | 09.09.21 onwards |
| Asad Qureshi, Football Relationship Manager, Sport England |
09.09.21 onwards | |
| Steve Duncan DL, CEO Community Foundation for Calderdale |
13.06.22 onwards |
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 continue work on the National League Capability Code of Practice, and have been asked to present to other Foundations as an example of good practice. We maintain an overall satisfactory rating.
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We continue to monitor the range of skills and experience of our Board of Trustees, see Appendix 1
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Financial controls are firmly in place and we expect to achieve our target of a reserves policy of 3 months operating costs, plus statutory redundancy pay, by the end of the next financial year.
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We continue to progress with an independent website for the Foundation
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Although we haven’t introduced new initiatives this year, our provision continues to evolve, and we pride ourselves on the quality of the services we deliver.
FC HALIFAX TOWN & FOUNDATION STRUCTURE PATHWAY
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FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION OUR VISION: HEALTHY, HAPPY AND CONNECtED COMMUNITIES FCHT brand FCHT Foundation charitable status Trustee5- specialist areas I FT Foundation staff 2 Ff staff across FCHT & Foundation 2 Academy coaches 2 casual coache5/volLJnteer5 Number of: o Organisations engaged Schools engaged Player appearances in the communtty o Investment Ifunderslsponsorshipl Deliverylcommunity coverage Increased awareness Satisfartion wtth programme Repeated engagement in wider activities Measured sustained increases in physical activity in target groups Participants continue artivity Increased interaction between local community PARTICIIATION IMPROVED MEMtAL HEALTH % sustained Increase in number of participants èngaged/more artivè Improved levels of motivation to learn or engage in actrvrty % recognisirhg increased knowledgelconfidencelself-esteem Reported lifestyle behaviour changes, e.g., participationlnutrition NumbÈr of programmès delwèred Number of sessions Number of participants attending Measuredlreported improvement in mental wellbeing of participants Posttive perception of 5POrt and activtty Increased mottvation to enEaEe In artfivity within IDcal community Football Development UIO-U16 Academy & games programme U&U16 CommunitylFutsal programme + fixtures U7-U15 Gir15 only 5e55ion5 ILUFC partnership) Numbers participatr.ng by: o Age Gender Communityldemographics o Frequency of hourslcontact hours Improvement in any targeted conditions Measured change5 to lrfestyle (diet. faTnity activity) Improved lifestyle choices Artivity Sessionslinclusion Holiday camps Girls only World Cup sessions Asylum Seeker5 activity Increased number of qualified staff to deliver session, increased delivery Staff gaining new qualth'cation stafflvolunteefs moved closer to working independently Number of: staff recrvited Volunteers recrutted Intèrnal training Externai/qualification School Sports School PE/after school delivery Tournament-Adam He51op Cup/NLT Ull Cup Premier League Primary Star5 Match Day Ball boyslgirls Half-time tournament Community match days
AND FEEDBACK
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION PARTICIPATION AND FEEDBACK
On average we engage with 500 of participants on a weekly basis and 24,000 participation places yearly.
Two surveys were distributed at various times across the year to understand the impact the programmes had upon participants. The sessions intended to shape attitudes and create positive experiences to support mental wellbeing and hopefully motivation to supports positive lifestyle habits as well as support football development.
Feedback indicated that the programmes supported improvement of skills and knowledge, health and fitness, build confidence and meeting new people.
50% of the participants surveyed said they were more active because of attending the programme, whilst 71% reported that the programme replaced time on phones or computers.
75% reported increased confidence to apply new skills or to step out of a comfort zone and try new things. As a result, some participants reported they had continued participation with FC Halifax Town or another programme based on positive experience of attending this programme.
- 50% said they felt better because of participation, increasing self-esteem and a 100% said they made a new friend demonstrating the importance of sport to increase social interaction and community integration.
As a side note, 57% of holiday camp attendees said they felt ‘healthier’ because of participating in the camp, whilst 71% said they had tried a new food on camp, this included granola, mango or peach as foods they hadn’t tried previously.
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
| Rachel Goult |
Asad Qureshi |
Clem Rushwort |
Kelly Gilchrist |
Roger Bottomley |
Sarah Maligrand |
Steve Duncan |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations |
x | x | x | x | |||
| Safeguarding | x | x | x | ||||
| Health & Safety |
x | x | x | ||||
| Financial | x | x | x | ||||
| Governance | x | x | x | x | x | ||
| Education | x | x | |||||
| Community Engagement |
x | x | x | ||||
| Administratio n |
x | x | x | x | x | ||
| Fundraising | x | x | x |
FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION
FCHT Foundation - Financial Accounts - 01/07/22 to 30/06/23
| Balance held at 01/07/22 | £72,605.94 |
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| INCOME | |
| Grants | £27,240.00 |
| Invoiced Income | £17,684.00 |
| Coaching/Kit monies | £76,630.08 |
| Donations | £243.90 |
| Facility Hire Refunds | £210.00 |
| Wembley - Coach Travel/Match Tickets | £4,719.00 |
| INCOME | EXPENDITURE | ||
| Grants | £27,240.00 | FC Halifax Town | £62,690.43 |
| Invoiced Income | £17,684.00 | Equipment/Kit | £9,719.36 |
| Coaching/Kit monies | £76,630.08 | Referees Fees | £1,475.00 |
| Donations | £243.90 | Coaches | £12,178.00 |
| Facility Hire Refunds | £210.00 | Coaching Course Refunds | £155.00 |
| Wembley - Coach Travel/Match Tickets | £4,719.00 | Indemnity Insurance | £747.10 |
| Charitable Donations | £100.00 | ||
| Stationery | £11.75 | ||
| Ofce Equipment | £20.00 | ||
| Facility Hire | £38,457.50 | ||
| Merchandise Refunds | £78.00 | ||
| Course Food & Snacks/Tea & Cofee | £6,759.83 | ||
| Kit Refunds | £195.00 | ||
| Junior Premier League | £800.00 | ||
| Staf Training & Development | £171.60 | ||
| DBS Fees | £123.00 | ||
| Educational Seminars | £1,050.00 | ||
| Mini-Bus Travel | £69.00 | ||
| Medals/Trophies | £117.00 | ||
| Mobile Phone | £110.00 | ||
| Xmas Gifts | £250.10 | ||
| Independent Accounts Examination Fee | £50.00 | ||
| Subscription Renewals | £324.50 | ||
| Mileage Expenses | £54.00 | ||
| Website | £400.00 | ||
| Advertising | £65.00 | ||
| Tournament Entry | £930.00 | ||
| Long Service Gift | £25.00 | ||
| Employees Cost of Living Contribution | £150.00 | ||
| First Aid Course | £60.00 | ||
| Microsoft | £40.00 | ||
| Wembley - Coach Travel | £3,725.00 | ||
| Wembley - Match Tickets | £1,008.00 | ||
| Wembley - Coach Travel/Match Tickets Refund | £61.00 | ||
| Total Income | £126,726.98 | Total Expenditure | £142,170.17 |
| Balance held at 30/06/23 | £57,162.75 | ||
| Roger Bottomley | |||
| TREASURER | |||
| FC HALIFAX TOWN FOUNDATION |