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The Culture House CIO Flnanclal Statements for the ar ended 31st Marth 2024 Trustees, Report Independent Examlner's Report Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet io Notes to the Financial Statements 11-12 Detsiled income and Expenditure Account 13
theculturehouse engage, excite & inspire The Culture House CIO Charity No. 1203001 Company No. CE032214 Annual report 2023 - 2024 Report of Ihe trustees for the year ending 31 March 2024. The trustees are pleased to present Iheir annual report logether with ttrE consolidated financial statements of the charity for the year ending 31 March 2024. which are also prepared to meet the requirements for a directors, report and accounts for Companies Act purposes. The financtal statements compty with the Charities Act 1993, the Companies Act 1985, the Memorartdum and Articles of Association. and the Statement of Recommended PraCtI- Accounting and Reporting by Charities {SORP 2005). Chairfs report As we reflect on our joumey at The Culture House, we are proud to reaffirm our longstanding commitment to devating the cultural landscape of North East Lincolnshire. Since becoming a charity in 2023, our role as a localty-led arts and cultsral organisation has never been more vital. Through strategic collaborations wtth a diverse array of partners, we consistently produce Impactful projects that inspire, educate. and uplrft our community. We are thrilled to report that in 2023-2024, 100% of our audiences would recommend a Culture House event to a friend - a testament to our dedication to excellence. Recognised as a 'National Portfdio Organisation, by Arts Council England. we are at the forefront of driwng creative growth and expanding access to cultural opportunities across North East Lincolnshire. Our initiatives not only animate public spaces but also transforTn perceptions. fostering inspiration and ambition wtthin our communities.
The positive feedback from stakeholders and the public reinforce8 the Importance of our worf(, hlghllghting our value and influence. Our strategic partnerships with local authorities. busin&sses, and the broader arts sector are crucial in advancing quality programming that enhanGes audience engagement and creative participation. Aligned with Arts Council England's oblectlves, our 2023-2024 program effectively delivers on its 'Cultural Communities, and 'Creative People, strateglc outcomes. Wlth North East Lincolnshire designated as an Arts Council England Priority Place, we are poised to leverage signtficant Investments and play a pivotal role in the delivery of the area's creativity strategy. Looking ahead, we are commltted to innovation, including the integration of sustainable practices and programming that reflects both contemporary Britain and arts practice, ensuring that our work remains groundbreaking and relevant. We remain excited about the future and the transformative impact we can achieve in our place through culture. Emma Olivier-Townrow Chair- The Culture House CIO Who we are The Culture House is a Grimsby-based arts organisation, originalty established in 2010, with a fourteen-year track record of working to 'engage. excite and inspire, residents of and visitors to North East Lincolnshire through arts and culture. We widen a¢sS to creative opportunities and in an area of very low arts engagement and participation. In 2023 we became both an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation and a Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Our Mission is to Transfomi futures through th• power of creattvlty and culture. The Object of The Culture House CIO is: For the public benefit to advance education of the public in, and the appreciation of, the visual. applied, performing and written arts in all Ihelr aspects. in Grimsby and North East Lincolnshire. particularly but not exclusively by: • organising and promots'ng indoor and outdoor arts events including local arts festp4als', assisting in the provision of work experience programmes for young people interested in the creative industries.
What we did During 2023124 . The Culture House delivered an extensive programme of cultural activity in North East Lincolnshire, which engaged new and existing audl•ncM for culture and provided many Impactlul creatlve opportunltles for all age8. The programme comprised six strands; Placemaking. Outdoor Events, Indoor Events, 'Made in Grimsby, (commissioning local talent to develop new work), 'Grown in Grim8by' (creative sector development) and 'Taking Part, in Grimsby (wOShopS). 2023 - 2024 In numbers: 15,688 live audience 21 days of events 184 paid artists (Inc 100 paid local artists) 3 local artist commissions 16 workshops 560 partlclpants learnlng new creatlve ski118 7 partnerships 5 sponsorships 4039 digital audience from live 8tream8 1 panel discussion 1 podcast Placemaklng Ov•rvlew: Our strand of work that responds to place, while increasing cultural opportunity, raising pride level8 and demonstrating the dlfferences culture can make. Our Future Start8 Here IOFSH) Wrth a focus on 'shifting the narrative, about Grimsby, highlighling Grimsby's placA in the world now and exploring sustalnable futures, 'Our Future Starts Here, is an Innovative. future-facing and accessible arts and cultural programme hosting outdoor national touring shows, Installations, talks, creative workshops and nature activities. 94% very good or good quallty rating from audiences. "Excellent cholce of 8how8, wo really •nJoy•d axporfenclng new thlngs In our area." OFSH Audlence Momber Outdoor Events Programme A series of free outdoor events enabling engagement and participation in culture and creativity in public places and green spaces throughout North East Lincolnshire.
Events included Picnic in the Park summer series, Everybody Loves The Sunshine festival, Grubfest, Edible Grimsby, Grimsby Christmas event. Love Your Town. 94% very good or good qualty rating frfxn allenceS. "Really enjoyed tho opon alr mu8lc and rnlaxed vlbo. Been comlng for yearn and alway8 encourage othern to attend such grnac freg, farnlly conhd events." Indoor Events Programme We introduced a new programme of high qualty cuttural activty in local venues, at times in partnership with other exisling events I providers. This programme included Christrnas at Grimsby Minster, Love Your Town and Live in The Living Room. 100% very good or good qualty rating from audiences and participants. "The8e evonts ar• 088ontlal In •preadlng the word about ¢ultur• b•lng for everyone." Grown In Grlmsby- Sector Development Programme 9 people trained as event stewards 30 paid support slots for local musicians 100 paid local artists Made in Grimsby - Advocacy and Promotion We promoted the importance of cujiure and regeneration, health, wellbeing & communty buikling through our work. We commissioned Pla-based arts. Taking Part in Grimsby - Partlclpation programme Including sustainabilty themed workshops across sewing, 'designing the future,, chalk art, intsractive storytelling and nature. 18 workshops for a mix of ages 560 partipants Impact We have extensive data to evidence the impact of our programmes. Qualitaiive feedback tells us we are:
Providing a¢sS to culture a1 creative opportuniiies for all vthile proving demand for more Creating inclusivty and 'community l a sense of belonging along with an appreciab'on of 'culture' Raising pride of place Enhancing people's experience of livi in I Visiti North East Lincolnshire Raising aspirations amongst all ages Providing opportunitss to explore sustainable futures through art and culture Connecting people to local green spa¢x and promoting environmental re8pon8ibilty Organlsational Development During 2023r24 we have delivered on commitinents aligned with Arts Council England's Investrnent Principles and embedded them into our organ18atlonal plans and activities. 'Ambltlon and quallty, We have embedded our work in wider strategic plac&making through place partnerships and networks. aligning with local area objectives and delivery quality. 'Dynaml•m' We have undertaken training in Equalty, Diversty and Indusion and Environmental Sustsinability. 'Envlronm•ntal R•spon8lbility' We have created an Environmentsl Action Plan, urKlertaken Carbon Literacy TrainirvJ and adopted use of cart)on monrtoring tools. 'Inclu81vlty & Relevance, We ensure that our artistic programming refiects contemporary Britain and meets the needs and wants of local communitbes and the local creative sector. Governance and Compliance The Culture House became a Charitsble Inwporated Organisation in May 2023. Charity number. 1203001 Company number: CE032214 Principal Office: The Busin&8s Hive. 13 Dudley Street. Grimsby, DN312AW Our advisers
Independent Examlners: Rebecca Beaton Accountancy seICes Bankers: Unity Trust Bank Dlrectors and trustees The directors of the charitable company (the charity) are its trustees for the purpose of charity law. The trustees and officers serving during the year and Sin the year end were as follows.. Emma Olivier Townrow (appointed 26 June 2023) Mark Fleetwood Harrison Webb (appointed g May 2023) Margaret Helen Clarke (appointed 9 May 2023- resigned 20 Jan 2025) Pablo Molina Larrosa (appointed 9 May 2023- resigned 20 Jan 2025) Structure, Governance and Management Goveming Document The Culture House is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) governed by its Constitution dated 09 May 2023). St is regISted with the Charity Commission. The constitution is based on the model constttution provided by the Charity Commission for a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) whose only voting members are its charity trustses. New trustees undergo an induction to brief them on their legal obligations under charty and company law. the Charity Commission guidaft on public benefft. content of Constitution. the committee, the decision-making prO88eS, the business plan and recent financial Performan of the charity. Trustees are encouraged to attend appropriate external training events where these will facilitate the undertaking of their role. Oryanisation The board of trustees, which can have up to 12 members. administers the charity. The board meets quarterly. A Chief Executive is appointed by the trustees lo manage the day-ttrday operations of the charty. To facilitate effective operations, the Chief Executive has delegated authority, within terms of delegation approved by the trustees. for operational matters including finan, employment and artistic perf0rrnan related activity. Relatsd partle8 None of our trustees receive remuneration or other benefit from their work with the charity. Any connection beeen a trustee or senior manager of the charity wrth a production company, contracted actor, performer or exhibitor must be di10$ed to the full board of trustees in the same vrdy as any other contractual relationship wlth related paty.
Risk Management In fulfilling its objectives, The Culture House is committed to identifying and managing risks that could impact its operations, reputation and abilty to deliver services. The trustees are fully aware of their responsibility in relation to Risk Management and regularly review the risk register to assess potential threats and ensure appropriate measures are in place to mitigate them. This includes implementing effective financial controls through monitorlng management accounts and the adoption and review of 8 Financial Procedures manual. A full set of policies ensure compllance with legal and regulatory requirements. By proactively managlng risks, The Culture House strives to maintain the trust of its stskeholder8 and ensure the su8tsinability of its work. Closlng thoughts and future plans 2023 - 2024 was very much a year of transition and organisational development, coupled with quality project delivery. Evaluation tells us that Culture House activities continue to have a significant impact on local people and visitors as well as on their relationship with, and perceptions of, North East Lincolnshire. We alm to build on this good work over the next three years of our National Portfolio Organisatlon status, as we evolve into becoming a fully fledged charity. With a renewed business plan and associated programmes of work building on the strong foundatlons made, we aim to sharpen our focus and continue to fly the flag for culture while making sure publlc money provides positive experiences for people. Our 2024 - 2025 fundraislng plan wlll see applications made to a diverse range of small and large funders to SUPFX)rt scaling up the organisation and its team as well a8 the cultural programmes The CuFture House delivers. "The Culturn Housa do such greatstuff for Grlmsby, the quallty of what theyput on Is Incrndlble. I know we re not golng to be dlsappolnted." OFSH Audience Member
Inde endent Examlnor8 re eTru ee8 I report on Ihe a¢¢ounts ol the charlty for the year ended 31st Mar¢h 2024 whl¢h are 8el out on pages 9 to 13. In The charity8 Iru8tee8 are re8PCm8ible for the preparallon of the accounts. The arity's trustees Consider that an audlt is not required for this year under section 144{21 of tho Charltle8 Acl 20111th8 2011 Act) and th8t an independent examination Is needed. It18 my re8pon#ibllity to.. examine the aOnts under section 145 of the 2011 Act: follow th8 pr(Kedures laid down in the geneial Dlrectlons glven by the Charlty Comrnl83ion under Section 14515llbl of the 2011 Act., and state whether partlcular mailers have come lo my attentlon In My examlnatlon wai carrfod out in aecordance wllh the g8nar81 Dlr8¢llon8 glv&n by the Charfty Comm1381on. An examlnauon Includes a review of the accounllng record8 kept by the charlty and a compar180n ol the accounts pre8ented with those records. It also Include6 o)nslderaUon of any unusual ltsms or d18closures In the account8, and 8eoklng explan8tson8 from you a8 trustee8 concemlng any 8uch matter8. The procedures undertsken do not provide all the evldence that would be requirad in an audll. and consequently no oplnlon Is given as to whether th8 acLounts presonl a 'true and falr vlevl and the report Is Ilmlted to thos8 matters 88t out in the 8tatsment bolow. In connectlon wlth my examlnatlon, no matter ha8 come to my attenlon: whlch glves me rea80nable cause to belleve tha( In any maledal respect, the requlrements.. to keep acGountlng record8 In aCrdance vAth $ecllon 130 01 tha 2011 Act; and to prepare accounts lch accord with the aecounting record8 and ¢omply wtth the accour¢ling requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met or 12) to which, in my opinion. attention Should be drawn in order to enable a proper understandlng of th8 accounts to reached. Rebea Beaton MAAT Rebecc8 Beaton Accountancy Servkes Ltd Waters Edge Bu8lnes8 Contre, Maltklln Lane. Barton upon HUmr. DN18 5JR
The Culture House ao Statement of Ananclal Actlvltles For the year ended 31st March 2024 Unrestrlcted Funds 2024 comln Resources Incomlng resources from generated funds: Arts Council and local grants 64.971 Total Grant Income 64,971 Incoming resourees from Charitable Activities: Event income 63 Total Incomlng resources 65,033 ftesource$ Expended Charltable artivlties 20.298 Administrative costs 12876.6 Totsl Resources Expended 33,175 Net Incomlng resources 31.858 Fund Balances brou8ht fonvard Fund balances carrled forward 31,858
The Culture House CIO Balan¢e Sheet as at 3tst M•rth 2024 Hxtures and Flttln8S Leasehold Improvements Computer Equlpment rron Current Account 47,770 Petty Cash 27 VAT Oebtor 1,197 Debtors 48.995 Credltors: Amounts falllng due wlthSn one year 9,11 Accruals Other CredStor5: PAYE and Pension Payable Wages Payabbe 2.913 4.324 17.136 Total Assets le55 current Ilabllttle5 Jnd net assets 31,858 lan Ufirestrlcted Funds Balance Bought forward net surplusoSs for year 31.858 Balance carrled fopward 3tst March 2024 31.858 io
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The Culture House CIO Notes to the Flnanclal Statements For tho year ended 31st March 2024 REMUNERATION There have been no payments of remuneration or expenses to any trustees during this or the previous year. 5 ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS Independent examinerfs remuneration 800 8 CREDITORS: Amounts falling withing one year Accwals PAYEINIC Trade Creditors Wages Payable 800 2,913 9.100 4,324 17,136 12
The Culture Mouse ao Detsll¢d Iorne and Expendlture Account For tho y•ar end¢d 31st Marth 2024 2024 Grdnt Income and Donatlons Event Income 64,971 63 Totsl Incom• 65.033 Ast f Pwgramm• M•rkdr4J Produd¢n. T•chnko1 PmducUon- Other equlpnenl Pr(MJuctSon. StAfflng And ProduiAlon. Vetwe hlre Prod5. Oth•r Dlr•ct W•g Temporary Jt•ff 1232 240 18.OQ) 1.313 Ad¥•rfl•lng & Promokn Audtt & Accountan fe 8ank Choryeo Other Ir#)t el8•th•r• 8pedf*rfi Legal & Prof•ssion81 Small office equipment IT Soft4v•re and Confjum•bl•• Rent Staff Tralnlng P8nwon8 Cosis 2.891 107 770 1.576 Subscriptton8 Travel- NalLvwI 12A77 Net ProfltlLoss 31.858 13
theculturehouse engage, excite & inspire Trustee Statement of Accuracy As a Chair ofTrustees ofThe Culture House. I confim) that. to the best of my knowledge and belief. the annual accounts and retum forthe financial year ending 31 March 2024 are accurate. complete, and prepared in 8c¢ord8nce viith applicable laws. regulations. and the charity's governing documents. I h8v8 reviewed the financi81 sratements and supportlng duMentIon and am satisfied that theyfairLy representthe charitys finan¢i81 position. aCt[tIes. and performance duringth8 r8POrting period. signed: Name: Emma Olivier Townrow Position: Chair 27.01.2023