THE FRIENDS OF WHITE HALL CENTRE ANNUAL REPORT AND PLAN JANUARY 2025
The objects of the Charitable Incorporated Organisation ( The Friends of White Hall Centre) are:
To advance the education of in particular but not exclusively children and young people through the provision of an outdoor education centre, facilities and equipment .
: From the Memorandum of Association
REMIT OF THE CHARITY
The Charity Will
5.1 Promote the Centre and advocate it to others
5.2 Raise funds for the public benefit of Young People in Derbyshire as defined by its charitable objects
5.3 Manage its own finances to a high standard
5.4 Communicate with its members
5.5 Seek agreement from the Centre for any project proposals before they commence.
5.6 Where projects are of an environmental or conservation nature and involve work within the grounds, seek the agreement of the White Hall Centre
5.7 Communicate and consult with the Centre to ensure that the goals of the Charity and the Centre continue to align
5.8 Hold regular meetings as per the requirements of its governing document
5.9 Keep accurate financial records and have them independently audited
5.10 Exercise due diligence to ensure the integrity of the Charity and The Centre
REVIEW OF THE YEAR
Priorities identified in the last Annual Report as cited in AGM minutes were:
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a) Initial Multi-Terrain Race
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b) Jack Longland Display Case
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c) Kite Harness
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d) Sub-committees
Progress against each item is as follows:
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a) The Multi Terrain Race took place on April 28[th] 2024 alongside the Thomas Theyer Foundation. It was regarded as a successful event and is to be repeated in 2025. However, for insurance purposes the race was badged as a WHC event. The Friends of WHC will still have a role as helpers, perhaps running a stall and using the opportunity for promotion purposes.
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b) Jack Longland Display Case- the application to the Lottery Fund was unfortunately unsuccessful but after a lot of effort from DR and DB, cabinets are now successfully installed and mannequins displayed.
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c) Kite Harness – Thanks again to DB submitting requests to Foundation Derbyshire/ Derbyshire High Sheriff Fund, sufficient money was raised to buy the Kite Harness. Photos and videos of children using this harness have been very well received by funders and has publicity potential.
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d) Sub-Committees- JL fronted the Strategy and Bid Sub-committees and established priorities and a framework for fundraising. Sadly JL has had to stand down from FoWHC and the remaining members are trying to pick up the work load but more help is needed. The Race sub-committee is now renamed Engagement Subcommittee under the leadership of DR.
In addition to these items, DB successfully obtained funds from local councillors which have been used for the rewilding project. Councillors visited WHC and were very inspired by the rewilding and conservation work.
ANNUAL PLAN 2025
The suggested priorities for the next year, in line with the objectives and remit as highlighted at the head of this document are:
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Raising money for a hardship fund for children to attend WHC
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Targeted weekend school holiday programmes
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Yurt or tepee away from main building for more challenging groups/ children with special needs
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Items to make WHC more inclusive for those with limited mobility- examples are Mango Lifting Sling, Cosy Toes Foot Support, Pro Traction Pulley, All Terrain Wheelchair, Accessible Trike.
Friends of White Hall Charity registra4on number 1191557
Friends of White Hall Centre fnancial report for the year ending 31 March 2025
Income and expenditure Year 2024/5 Previous Year 2023/4
| Income and expenditure | Year 2024/5 | Previous Year 2023/4 |
|---|---|---|
| Total income £ | 11785.18 | 15804.01 |
| Total expenditure £ | -6209.42 | -12760.05 |
| Surplus income £ | 5575.76 | 3043.96 |
Details by Project
| Total | General Fund |
Large SUP |
**Kite Harness ** | Display Cabinet |
Re- wilding |
Disadvn t’d Y/P |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BF from y/e 31/3/24 |
4813.49 | 4063.49 | 750.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Added in year |
11785.18 | 1685.18 | 0.00 | 2000.00 | 2000.00 | 1500.00 | 4600.00 |
| Used in year | -6209.42 | -91.60 | -750.00 | -2044.69 | -1864.66 | -1458.47 | 0.00 |
| Allocated | -44.69 | 44.69 | |||||
| CF 31/3/25 | 10389.25 | 5612.38 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 135.34 | 41.53 | 4600.00 |
Bank reconcilia4on
| Bank reconcilia4on | |
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| Balance as at 1 April 2024 | 4813.49 |
| Add income | 11785.18 |
| Less expenditure | -6209.42 |
| Bank at 31 March 2025 | 10389.25 |
Notes
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The Charity holds no cash.
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The Charity holds no other assets of value.
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I cer8fy these to be a true statement of the financial posi8on of the Charity for
the year to 31st March 2025.
David Belton
Treasurer
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