Bharat Cricket Community
Annual Trustees’ Report – Year Ending June 2023
Introduction
The trustees of the Bharat Cricket Community are pleased to present this annual report highlighting our activities, progress, and achievements during the year. Our mission continues to be the promotion of cricket and community well-being among the South Asian and broader local population, fostering inclusivity, health, and social cohesion through sport.
Key Achievements and Activities
1. Regular Cricket Engagements
We successfully organised weekend cricket matches throughout the year , providing
consistent opportunities for our members to stay active, connected, and engaged. These sessions were inclusive and open to all levels, maintaining a strong spirit of community participation.
2. Tournaments and Events
This year, we hosted five major tournaments , showcasing our community’s diversity and commitment to broadening participation:
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Two outdoor tournaments during the summer season
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One indoor tournament , enabling play during winter months
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A dedicated women’s cricket tournament , encouraging female participation in sport
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A children’s cricket event , focusing on youth engagement and early development
3. Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing
Through sport, we continued our commitment to mental health awareness and general wellbeing promotion . Physical activity, regular social interaction, and a supportive network have all contributed to better mental health outcomes for our members.
4. Expansion into Other Sports
This year, we encouraged broader sports engagement beyond cricket , including football and tennis , allowing our members to diversify their physical activity and form new interest groups within the community.
5. Sutton Section Launch
We are proud to report the successful launch of a new section in Sutton , further expanding our reach and impact. This marks a strategic step in making our activities more accessible across South London.
Participation and Growth
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We recorded over 500 unique players participating in our activities throughout the year—a testament to our growing presence and the inclusive nature of our programmes.
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Our demographic mix continues to broaden, and we remain committed to providing a welcoming environment for all participants regardless of age, gender, or background.
Looking Ahead
The trustees are committed to building on this year’s success by:
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Expanding youth and women’s cricket programs
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Developing more mental health workshops and sport-linked wellbeing initiatives
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Strengthening the Sutton section and exploring new regional hubs
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Continuing collaborations with local authorities and partners to promote inclusivity in sport
Acknowledgements
We extend our sincere gratitude to our volunteers, supporters, participants, and community partners. Their contributions have been vital in achieving our goals and driving the Bharat Cricket Community forward.
Signed on behalf of the trustees,
Dr Prasanth Elavarthi Chair of Trustees Bharat Cricket Community Date: 12/12/2024
Himanshu Jain Managing Trustee Bharat Cricket Community Date: 12/12/2024
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| A1 Receipts Event Income 4,451 General Expenses 50 Tournament Contributions 375 SponsorshipIncome 6,661 - - - - 11,536 - - Sub total - Total receipts 11,536 A3 Payments BPL 5 & 6 Expenses 2,136 Event Expenses 2,832 General Expenses 1,469 Tournament Fee 1,014 T Shirt Order 611 - - - - Sub total 8,062 - - Sub total - Total payments 8,062 Net of receipts/(payments) 3,475 A5 Transfers between funds - A6 Cash funds last year end - Cash funds this year end 3,475 Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ Sub total(Gross income for AR) A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). A4 Asset and investment purchases,(see table) |
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to the nearest £ Endowment funds |
Total funds to the nearest £ 4,451 50 375 6,661 - - - - 11,536 - - - 11,536 2,136 2,832 1,469 1,014 611 - - - - 8,062 - - - 8,062 3,475 - - 3,475 |
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