
## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period** 

## **Period end date** 

## **Charity name: YogoJo Foundation** 

## **Charity registration number: 1198082** 

## **Objectives and Activities** 

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|Summary of the purposes of<br>the charity as set out in its<br>governing document|Para 1.17|For the public benefit, the advancement of<br>good physical and mental health, in<br>particular but not exclusively for young<br>people and their families who are<br>experiencing the impact of unmanaged<br>chronic stress|
|Summary of the main<br>activities in relation to those<br>purposes for the public<br>benefit, in particular, the<br>activities, projects or<br>services identified in the<br>accounts.|Para 1.17 and<br>1.19|Teaching young people and their families<br>scientifically proven skills by, but not<br>exclusively, the provision of yoga-based,<br>complementary and non-diagnostic<br>programmes and initiatives designed to<br>help better manage their physical and<br>mental health|
|Statement confirming<br>whether the trustees have<br>had regard to the guidance<br>issued by the Charity<br>Commission on public<br>benefit|Para 1.18|The trustees confirm that they have had<br>regard to the guidance issued by the<br>Charity Commission on public benefit.|



## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: 

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|Policy on grant making|Para 1.38|The YogoJo Foundation doesn’t have a<br>policy on grant making as YogoJo<br>Foundation is not a grant making charity|
|Policy on social investment<br>including program related<br>investment|Para 1.38|The YogoJo Foundation doesn’t have a<br>policy on social investing as YogoJo<br>Foundation is not a social investing charity|
|Contribution made by<br>volunteers|Para 1.38|During the reporting period a lot of work<br>has been contributed by the volunteers<br>including development of the website, its<br>content and branding visuals. The<br>volunteers run the charity’s presence on<br>social media and organised many events|





including a presentation at the annual meeting of the All Party Parliamentary Group in the Houses of Parliament. n/a Other 

## **Achievements and Performance** 

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|Summary of the main<br>achievements of the charity,<br>identifying the difference the<br>charity’s work has made to<br>the circumstances of its<br>beneficiaries and any wider<br>benefits to society as a<br>whole.|Para 1.20|The YogoJo has made significant<br>achievements in various areas,<br>demonstrating their commitment to<br>fostering community engagement,<br>education, and sports development. Their<br>efforts have notably involved collaboration<br>with local schools and sports clubs,<br>advocating for change at the UK<br>Parliament, and creating valuable online<br>resources for young rugby players.<br>One of the primary achievements of the<br>charity has been their engagement with<br>local schools and sport clubs. Recognizing<br>the importance of inclusivity and sports<br>education, they have actively partnered<br>with schools to provide opportunities for<br>children and teenagers to incorporate yoga<br>into rugby and other activities. By<br>organizing co-curricular sessions and<br>workshops, the charity has encouraged<br>young individuals to develop their skills,<br>fostering physical fitness, teamwork, and<br>leadership qualities.<br>Moreover, they have established strong<br>relationships with local sports clubs, aiming<br>to bring communities together through<br>yoga. This partnership has facilitated<br>increased participation in rugby and<br>created avenues for achieving excellence<br>in the sport.<br>Another notable achievement of the charity<br>was their presentation in the UK Parliament<br>for the All-Party Parliamentary Group.<br>Through dedicated advocacy efforts, they<br>successfully raised awareness about the<br>importance of supporting kids and teens<br>through yoga and the benefits yoga brings<br>to individuals and society as a whole. By<br>highlighting the positive impact of yoga on<br>physical and mental well-being, community<br>cohesion, and personal development, the<br>charity effectively contributed to shaping<br>policies and securing government support<br>for youth initiatives.|





Additionally, the charity recognized the need for accessible resources to inspire and guide children, adolescents and their families. To address this, they created an innovative series of Pitch Ready videos available on the YogoJo Foundation YouTube channel specifically designed for aspiring rugby athletes. The platform provides a wealth of resources, including training videos and mental resilience tools. By making these resources freely available, the charity has empowered young players to improve their skills, expand their knowledge, and pursue their rugby dreams. The charity has achieved significant milestones in its commitment to promoting mental well-being and positive development among children, teens, and families. One of its main accomplishments has been the establishment of a comprehensive website featuring a variety of yoga-based resources tailored to different age groups, aiming to address the challenges they might be facing. The website provides a wide range of yoga resources specifically designed for kids, teens, and families. These resources include step-by-step yoga poses, guided meditation sessions, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques. The charity recognized the importance of tailoring these resources to the unique needs and circumstances of each age group. By doing so, they have made yoga accessible to children, teens, and families regardless of their prior experience or current challenges. The impact of the charity's efforts is evident through the positive changes in the circumstances of children and teens who have been actively engaged in practicing yoga. The practice of yoga has been shown to have profound effects on mental health, promoting stress reduction, improved focus, enhanced emotional regulation, and increased self-esteem. By providing access to these resources, the charity has positively influenced the mental well-being of countless children and teens, equipping them with valuable tools to navigate the challenges they may face. In addition to the yoga resources, the charity has gone above and beyond by offering access interviews featuring worldrenowned experts and researchers in the field of yoga. By tapping into the knowledge 



and expertise of these individuals, the charity ensures that the information shared with children, teens, and families is both accurate and impactful. This exposure to leading figures in the yoga community allows individuals to deepen their understanding of the practice and to stay up-to-date with the latest research and developments. Through their dedication and commitment, the charity has made a significant difference in the lives of children, teens, and families. By creating a user-friendly website with yoga resources tailored to different age groups, they have facilitated access to a practice that positively impacts mental health. Additionally, by offering access to Pitch Ready videos and interviews with experts and researchers, they have ensured that individuals have access to accurate and valuable information. Overall, the charity's achievements have helped transform the circumstances of many individuals and contributed to the promotion of mental wellbeing through the practice of yoga. In conclusion, the charity's achievements have proven instrumental in their mission to promote yoga for physical and mental health of children and adolescents. Through their efforts, they have positively impacted the lives of numerous individuals, fostering a love for yoga, empowering youth, and strengthening communities. 

## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: 

|Achievements against<br>objectives set|Para 1.41|See Summary of Achievements and<br>Performance Section above|
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|Performance of fundraising<br>activities against objectives<br>set|Para 1.41|The YogoJo Foundation has some small<br>successes in raising funds through<br>Amazon. £15.24 was raised through<br>purchases of shoppers who decided to buy<br>their goods on Amazon via Smile.Amazon.<br>Amazon donated 0.5% of the net purchase<br>price (excluding VAT, returns and shipping<br>fees) of eligible purchases to the charitable<br>organisation of your choice.|
|Investment performance<br>against objectives|Para 1.41|The YogoJo Foundation didn’t receive any<br>investment funds.|





|Other||See Summary of Achievements and<br>Performance Section above|
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## **Financial Review** 

|**Financial Review**|||
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|Review of the charity’s<br>financial position at the end<br>of the period|Para 1.21|At the end of the year the charity noted<br>£1,622.44 as income out of which<br>£1,554.41 was spent on costs related to<br>licences, subscriptions and stationery.|
|Statement explaining the<br>policy for holding reserves<br>stating why they are held|Para 1.22|The YogoJo Foundation doesn’t hold<br>substantial reserves as the income was<br>very small during the reporting period.<br>There was £68.03 available on the charity’s<br>account.|
|Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|None|
|Reasons for holding zero<br>reserves|Para 1.22|To sustain charity’s operation YogoJo relies<br>on the support of its volunteers who help to<br>build initiatives with long-term impact.|
|Details of fund materially in<br>deficit|Para 1.24|n/a|
|Explanation of any<br>uncertainties about the<br>charity continuing as a going<br>concern|Para 1.23|The charity makes their best endeavours to<br>collaborate with other charities in order to<br>secure funds that would support its<br>activities. However as a young charity our<br>avenues are limited and it will take time to<br>build our financial credibility for funds giving<br>organisations|



## **Additional information (optional)** 

## You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: 

|The charity’s principal<br>sources of funds (including<br>any fundraising)|Para 1.47|n/a|
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|Investment policy and<br>objectives including any<br>social investment policy<br>adopted|Para 1.46|n/a|
|A description of the principal<br>risks facing the charity|Para 1.46|n/a|
|Other||n/a|





## **Structure, Governance and Management** 

|Description of charity’s<br>trusts:||The YogoJo Foundation didn’t establish<br>any legal entities to advance its charitable<br>purposed and promote the welfare of<br>society in this reporting period.|
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|Type of governing document<br>(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25|Constitution|
|How is the charity<br>constituted?<br>(e.g unincorporated<br>association, CIO)|Para 1.25|Charitable Incorporated Organisation|
|Trustee selection methods<br>including details of any<br>constitutional provisions e.g.<br>election to post or name of<br>any person or body entitled<br>to appoint one or more<br>trustees|Para 1.25|Apart from the first charity trustees, every<br>trustee is appointed by a resolution passed<br>at a properly convened meeting of the<br>charity trustees. In selecting individuals for<br>appointment as charity trustees, the charity<br>trustees have regard to the skills,<br>knowledge and experience needed for the<br>effective administration of the CIO|



## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: 

|Policies and procedures<br>adopted for the induction<br>and training of trustees|Para 1.51|The charity trustees make available to each<br>new charity trustee, on or before his or her<br>first appointment: (a) a copy of the current<br>version of this constitution; and (b) a copy<br>of the CIO’s latest Trustees’ Annual Report<br>and statement of accounts.|
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|The charity’s organisational<br>structure and any wider<br>network with which the<br>charity works|Para 1.51|The YogoJo Foundation doesn’t have a<br>wider organisational structure. The charity<br>works with a network of volunteers who are<br>recruited via the TrustVolunteering portal.|
|Relationship with any<br>related parties|Para 1.51|The charity has no relationship with any<br>related parties. There are no related parties<br>to the charity.|
|Other||n/a|



## **Reference and Administrative details** 

|Charity name|YogoJo Foundation|
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|Other name the charity uses|YogoJo Foundation|
|Registered charity number|1198082|
|Charity’s principal address|184 Walmley Road<br>Sutton Coldfield<br>B76 2PY<br>United Kingdom|
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**Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity** 

|1<br>2<br>3<br>4<br>5<br>6<br>7<br>8<br>9<br>10<br>11<br>12<br>13<br>14<br>15<br>16<br>17<br>18<br>19<br>20|**Trustee name**|**Office (if any)**|**Dates acted if not for whole**<br>**year **|**Name of person (or body) entitled**<br>**to appoint trustee (ifany)**|
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||Maureen Ingleby|Chair|Wholeyear|First Trustee|
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## – Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved 

**Director name n/a** 

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity 

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## **Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others** 

Description of the assets n/a held in this capacity Name and objects of the n/a charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for n/a safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets 

## **Additional information (optional)** 

## **Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)** 

|**Type of**<br>**adviser**<br>**Name**<br>**Address**|**Type of**<br>**adviser**<br>**Name**<br>**Address**|**Type of**<br>**adviser**<br>**Name**<br>**Address**|
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|**n/a**|n/a|n/a|
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**Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)** 

Joanna Fletcher – CEO (volunteer) 

## **Exemptions from disclosure** 

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details 

**n/a** 

## **Other optional information** 

**n/a** 



## **Declarations** 

**The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.** 

**Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees** 

|**Signature(s)**<br>**Full name(s)**<br>**Position (eg Secretary,**<br>**Chair, etc)**<br>**Date**|M.Ingleby|E.Izulu|
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||Maureen Ingleby|Emmanuel Izulu|
||<br>Chair|Treasurer|
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||**YogoJo Foundation**|**YogoJo Foundation**|**YogoJo Foundation**|**YogoJo Foundation**|**YogoJo Foundation**|**1198082**|**1198082**|**1198082**|**CC16a**|
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||**For the period**<br>**from**||28/02/2022||**To**||28/02/2023|||
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|**Section A Receipts and payments**||||||||||
|**A1 Receipts**|**Unrestricted**<br>**funds**<br>**to the nearest      £**||**Restricted**<br>**funds**<br>**to the nearest £**||**Endowment**<br>**funds**<br>**to the nearest £**||**Total funds**<br>**to the nearest £**||**Last year**<br>**to the nearest £**|
|Donation from Joanna Fletcher|**1,554**||**-**||**-**||**1,554**||**-**|
|Amazon.Smile|**15**||**-**||**-**||**15**||**-**|
|Just Giving|**53**||**-**||**-**||**53**||**-**|
||**-**||**-**||**-**||**-**||**-**|
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||**-**||**-**||**-**||**-**||**-**|
||**-**||**-**||**-**||**-**||**-**|
|**_Sub total_**_(Gross income for_<br>_AR)_|<br> **1,622**||**-**||**-**||**1,622**||**-**|
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|**A2 Asset and investment sales,**<br>**(see table).**||||||||||
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|**_Sub total_**|**-**||||||||**-**|
|**_Total receipts_**<br>**A3 Payments**<br>Dropbox International<br>Flipsnack<br>123 reg<br>search and filter<br>Vista print<br>Stationery<br>20i<br>amazon<br>Crystal Web Techs<br>**_Sub total_ **||||||||||
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||**160**||**-**||**-**||**160**||**-**|
||**359**||**-**||**-**||**359**||**-**|
||**68**||**-**||**-**||**68**||**-**|
||**16**||**-**||**-**||**16**||**-**|
||**113**||**-**||**-**||**113**||**-**|
||**78**||**-**||**-**||**78**||**-**|
||**89**||**-**||**-**||**89**||**-**|
||**64**||**-**||**-**||**64**||**-**|
||**608**||**-**||**-**||**608**||**-**|
||**1,554**||**-**||**-**||**1,554**||**-**|
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|**A4 Asset and investment**<br>**purchases, (see table)**||||||||||
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|**_Sub total_ **|**-**||||||||**-**|
|**_Total payments_**<br>**_Net of receipts/(payments)_**<br>**A5 Transfers between funds**<br>**A6 Cash funds last year end**<br>**_Cash funds this year end_**||||||||||
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|**Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period**|**Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period**|**Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period**|**Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period**|**Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period**|**Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period**|**Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period**||
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|**Categories**<br>Signed by one or two trustees on<br>behalf of all the trustees<br>**B1 Cash funds**<br>**B2 Other monetary assets**<br>**B4 Assets retained for the**<br>**charity’s own use**<br>**B5 Liabilities**<br>**B3 Investment assets**|-<br>-<br>-<br>Cash in Bank<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>**Details**<br>**Details**<br>**_Total cash funds_**<br>(agree balances with receipts and payments<br>account(s))<br>-<br>-<br>**Details**||**Unrestricted**<br>**funds**<br>**to nearest £**<br>**68**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**68**<br>OK<br>**Unrestricted**<br>**funds**<br>**to nearest £**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**Fund to which**<br>**asset belongs**||**Restricted**<br>**funds**<br>**to nearest £**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>OK<br>**Restricted**<br>**funds**<br>**to nearest £**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**-**<br>**Cost (optional)**||**Endowment**<br>**funds**<br>**to nearest £**|
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||**Details**||**Fund to which**<br>**asset belongs**||**Cost (optional)**||**Current value**<br>**(optional)**|
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||Signature<br>Emmanuel Izulu||Print Name<br>Emmanuel Izulu|||||
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||Emmanuel Izulu||Emmanuel Izulu||||28/12/2023|
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