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Trustees, Annual Report for the period
From 0110712023 Period start date To 3010612024 Period end date
Charity name: BMOF CHARITABLE TRUST.
Charity registration number: 1200686
Objectives and Activities
SORP reference
Summary ofthe purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document
Para 1.17
The objects of the CIO are for the
advancement of education for the public
benefit in the history. evolution, science. art.
and culture of food by the operalion of a
public museum.

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Summary of the main
activities in relation to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular. the
activities. projects or
services identified in the
accounts.
Para 1.178Th81.19
During the reporting period, the charity
has continued its foundational work, with
particular focus on securing a suitable
venue for ils operations. Although financial
activity has remained inactive during this
period, we have made significant strides in
negotiating potential venues and
establishing relationships with
stakeholders. Although no venue has yet
been finalised. we are in advanced
negotiations, and we remain optimistic
about securing a venue in the near future.
This venue will serve as the primary
location for our exhibitions and
educational programs, fulfilling our
charity's mission of advancing public
understanding of the history and culture of
food. We anticipate that once the venue is
confirmed. we will formally launch our
services and begin delivering ihe full
scope of our activities.
These preparatory activities are crucial to
establishing the infrastructure needed to
effectively deliver se￿I￿S to the public in
alignment with the charity's purposes. The
efforts undertaken during this phase are
designed to ensure that, once operational,
the charity will provide meaningful benefit
to its intended beneficiaries.
Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidan
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit
Para 1.18
As Irustees of BMOF CHARITABLE
TRUST. we confirm that we have adhered
lo the guidance as issued by the Charity
Commission on public benefit.
Additional information (optionall
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SORP r&ference

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Pard 1.38
Policy on grant making
Para 1.38
Policy on social investment
including program related
investment
Par4 1.38
Contribution made by
volunteers
Other
Achievements and Performance
SORP reference

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During this reporting period, the charity
has continued to focus on its strategic
development and operational planning.
Key activities have included..
Summary of the main
achievements of the
charity, identifying the
difference the charity's
work has made to the
circumstances of ils
beneficiaries and any wider
benefits to society as a
whole.
Para 1.20
Venue Negotiations: We have
made significant progress in
discussions with potential venue
partners. While these discussions
are ongoing, we are in the
process of negotiating terms for a
suitable venue that will allow us to
deliver our exhibitions and
educational programs to the
public. We have been careful to
assess all options to ensure the
venue aligns wilh our long-term
goals.
Partnership
Development: Preliminary
discussions with potential
community partners have been
ongoing. These relationships are
crucial for the charity's future
success, and we have worked to
ensure that future collaborations
will strengthen our ability to meet
our charitable objectives.
These achievements lay the groundwork
for future impact, and we look forward to
the upcoming year, during which we
expect to move forward with the venue
confirmation and the subsequent
commencement of our charitable
activities.
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Achievements against
objectives set
Para 1.41
Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set
Para 1.41
Investment performan
against objectives
Para 1.41
Other
Financial Review

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Review of the charity's
financial position at the end
of the period
Para 1.21
As of the end of the reporting period,
the charity remains in a stable financial
position, with no significant financial
transactions recorded. This is in line
with the charity's ongoing development
phase, as we have not yet begun full
operations or fundraising activities.
We are maintaining a cautious
approach to financial management
while we finalise the venue and
establish our operational infrastructure.
Once the venue is secured, we
anticipate the beginning of fundraising
and grant applications to support our
core objectives and operational costs.
The charity is well-positioned to
transition to the next phase of its
development once the necessary
operational elements are in place.
The charity's activities have been
largely preparatory during this period,
as we focus on securing a venue and
establishing foundational partnerships.
Although there have been no financial
transactions to report, these activities
are essential for setting up the charity's
future operations. We remain optimistic
that we will be able to confirm a venue
soon and begin delivering our
educational and cultural services to the
public in the upcoming period.
Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held
Amount of reserves held
Reasons for holding zero
reseNes
Para 1.22
NIA
Para 1.22
NIA
NIA
Para 1.22

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Details of fund materially in
deficil
Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern
Para 1.24
NIA
Para 1.23
No uncertainties
Additional infomiation (optional)
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The charity's principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising)
Para 1.47
Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted
Para 1.46
A description of the principal
risks facing the charity
Para 1.46
Other
Structure, Governance and Management
Description of charity's
trusts..
Type of governing document
IlrLisI deed. royal charlerl
Pafa 1.25
BMOF CIO Constitution

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How is the charity
constituted?
le.g unincorporated
,I£SOnlciliorTh Qloi
Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees
Para 1.25
cio
Para 1.25
Apart from Ihe first Trustees, every TrLJStee
must be appointed for a term of three years
by a resolution passed al a propedy
convened meeting of the Tnjslees.
In selecting individuals for appointment as
Trustees, the Trustees must have regard lo
the skills. knowledge and experience
needed for the effective administration of the
cio.
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Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees
Para 1.51
The charity's organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works
Para 1.51
Relationship with any related
parties
Para 1.51
Other
Reference and Administrative details

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Charity name
Other name the charity uses
Registered charity number
Charity's principal address
BMOF Charitable Trust
1200686
8 Glasshouse Yard, London, EC1A 4JN
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
Trustee narne
Office lif anyl
Dates acted rf not for
whole year
Name of person lor body)
entitled to appoint trust88
Irf any)
Sam Bompas
Chair
Anthony
Hanson
Treasurer
Rob Jacob
10
12
13
14

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16
17
18
19
20
Corporate trustees- names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name
Name of trustees holding title to propety belonging to the charity
Trustee name
Dat&s aetad If not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held
in this capacity

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Name and objects of the
charity on whose behalf the
assets are held and how this
falls within the custodian
charity's objects
Details of arrangements for
safe custody and segregation
of such assets from tha
charity's own assets
Additional infomiation loptionall
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of
adviser
Name
Address
Name of chief executive or names of senior slaff members (Optional
information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information

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Declarations
The trustees declare thal they have approved the
trustees, report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees
Signaturels
Full name{sl
14fvitE¢MPI
Position leg
Secretary, Chair, etc)
Dale