Together CIO: 2024-2025 Trustees Annual Report and Financial Statement To ether CIO Peo le First:Trust:Collaboration Trustees Annual Re ort and Financial Statement For the Year Ended 31st March 2025 Charity: Together CIO.. 1206115 Together CIO is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation and was regislered by the Charity Commission for Er)gland and Wales on 8th December 2023. It operates underthe objects as outlined in its constitution. Registered orrice: Guildhall, Marshalls Yard, Gainsborough, DN212NA Trustees: Heidi Walton John Lyden Paul Tinsley Staff Team: Barry Rooks- Leader Helen Sutton - Senior Project Officer Laura Lee - Project Officer Harry Ferguson - Green Team leader Independent Examiner: Dave Harford (Clerk, West Stockwith Parish Council) Ernail.. dave.harford@outlook.com Tel: 01427 852032 Together: 1206115 PEOPLE FIRST TRUST COLLABORATION * TOGETHER Initiative
Together CIO: 2024-2025 TrusteesAnnual Report and Flnanclal Statement Back round The Together Initiative was originally conceived in 2022 as part of a Safer Streets funded project. Following extensive engagement with local agencies, organisations, residents and otherstakeholders with a passion for the area, the conclusion was that if we are to see long lasting positive change then we must work together. Residents fell let down, neglected and tired of promises being made and broken. They lacked hope thatthings would everchange and had begun to lose trust. Structure The Together CIO was created in December 2023 to enable land agreements to be signed. The governance and financial management responsibilities for Together are currently shared beeen our parent organisation, Voluntary Centre Services, and the Together board. Together's leader and Irustees are working with members of VCS'S Senior Management Team to transition the full responsibility for the Together Initiative over to the board by 151 April 2026. We are currently developing the capacity of our board to be ready for this. The Vision that drives us We see.. A thriving, resilient neighbourhood where local people lead the way in building a safer, cleaner, greener and more connected community. Strong partnerships and inclusive local decision-making that breaks down barriers, unlocks potential, and creates lasting positive change. A neighbourhood where everyone feels proud to live, work and belong. The Mission Improving the lives of everyone living and working in the Southwest Ward of Gainsborough, to help create a healthy thriving community for all. We are passionate about revitalizing the Southwest Ward of Gainsborough into a safer, greener, healthier, thriving neighbourhood for all. Our community-driven projects encourage community connections and well- being, raise aspirations and increase knowledge and skills. vyF4IIEI. I&vv I I TRUST COLLABORATION TOGETHER Initiative
Together CIO: 2024-2025 Trustees Annual Report and Financial Statement Ke Goals for 2025-2030: I, :"'Increase access 'to open spaces, outdoor activifies,'and community facilities 2: Enhance and protect nature and biodiversity 3: Develop community spirit, engagement & well-being 4: Grow Together into an established sustainable charity Each of Ih ese goals h as several objectives. the detail of wh ich is outlined in th e Together Business Plan. The WayAhead' To reach our goals the current projects and initiatives include." 1. Scouts Hill: a 3040 acre green space we are preparing to be open to the public forwalking and leisure activities. 2. The Green Team meets is a community gardening group which also maintains and develops our green spaces including Thomdike Way, Ashcroft Green, x-church gardens and Scouts Hill. 3. Events & Community Walkabouts. We run 3 annual events for the commu nity.. Games on the Green, Harvest on the Green and Christmas by the Green. These are free events, each attended by 300+ people. We also organise monlhly Community Walkabouts bringing together local agencies, organisations and residents to discuss local issues and walk the neighbourhood engaging with local people. 4. As mentioned above we are working towards Togetherfs full transition from VCS. Currenlfunding opportunities being pursued will enable us to focus over the next 2 years to establish longer term more sustainable income streams. Together: 1206115 PEOPLE FIRST TRUST COLLABORATION TOGETHER Initiative
Together CIO: 2024-2025 Trustees Annual Report and Financial Statement Ke aims for each oal 2025-2026 Open Scouts Hill to Ih e pu blic (see project plan for detail) Late 2025 Opening delayed dueto CCTV installation (awaiting timescales from WLDC) Extend land agreements (SH).. Feb 2026-Feb 2027 Feb 2026 Barry to contact landowners (Dec 25) to begin discussions Employ new staff member to focus on developing SH and expanding the reach of the Green Team Jan 2026 £20k award received (4.9.25). Develop Biodiversity Enhancement & Spring Green team leads to start Mngt Plan including seasonal habitat 2026 discussions with su rveys - all sites. L/Doddingt0n - OcUNov 2025 Begin work towards phase 2 at Scouts Hill 2026 ' Begin discussions once Phase 1 is open (early 2026) Involve more local people in leading & planning events and projects. 2026 Team to discuss early Jan 2026 to formu late strategy Re-establish links with NHS colleagues and aspirations for a health facility in the area. 2026 Barry to contact Clare Credland to discuss by end of 2025 Complete CIO transition April 2026 Follow transition action plan Launch website and social media channel Jan 2026 Laura currently working on - provide update mid Dec 25 Produce proposal for sustainable income and financial support streams Jan 2026 BarrylHelen to draft proposal for January trustees meeting Together: 1206115 PEOPLE FIRST TRUST COLLABORATION & TOGETHER Initiative
Together CIO: 2024-2025 Trustees Annual Report and Flnancial Statement Ke aims for each oal 202712030 potential community venue. (Ashcroft Green Development project) Acquire (have use of) a permanentvenue. Scouts Hill Phase 2 including nature reserve, increased activities, access and visitor centre. Develop proposal for Gainsborough-wide Green Heritage Trail & Together expansion beyond SW. Significant progress regarding community involvement. ownership and leadership of projects and initiatives. Establishing more longer-term income and funding streams to secure the work of Together forthe next generation. Blue sk - 2030 and be ond Together expands its reach to cover Gainsbomugh, applying the principles and values that have been effective in the South West Ward. Green Heritage Trail connecting all green spaces and heritsge sites (old & new) throughout the town. Including launch of Tourist Information Centre. Together: 1206115 PEOPLE FIRST TRUST COLLABORATION TOGETHER Initiative
Together CIO: 2024-2025 Trustees Annual Report and Financial Statement Become in¢asInglY involved, alongside the key agencies and organisations in the long-term town wide strategy to see Gainsborough become a beacon for resident health, wellbeing and prosperity. To see the town re-discover its identity and become a destination of choice. Community owned Health & Wellbeing centres established. Ke Markers and Hi hts from 2024-25 1. Green Team established and now meets weekly - remains the only regular green space related group in the town. 2. Land agreements signed and completed in Feb 2024 for the Scouts Hill project. Four landowners have signed over their land to begin preparations to open to the public. Worf( commences onsite. 3. Mar 2025.. 70 local people and organisations attend Iree planting days on Scouts Hill- 2300 trees and hedges and saplings planted. 4. Three community events organised and run successfully with approximately 300 people attending each event. 5. Together CIO bank account opened Dec 2024. Annual en ement fi ures T•¢hnolQWU 9360 people. thhOUtthTrIr. Indm4mMis¢ltNI rae¢lh•i'si4r4n*b4 aron1Orn1Ill ddMIDpln8 Onurtut¢dourwn Financial accounts Together: 1206115 PEOPLE FIRST TRUST COLLABORATION TOGETHER Initiative
Together CIO: 2024-2025 Trustees Annual Report and Financlalstatement The Together bank account was opened in November 2024. With only 4 months to report, activity has been minimal. Since the end of this reporting period. as we move towards the transition from Voluntary Centre Setvices, more budgets continue to be transferred to the Together account. Therefore, the activity within Ihe account has greatly in creased. The fin al transfer on 1 $1 April 2026 will revolve arou nd the salaries and the National Lotteryfunding that supports them. Most of th e f u nding received, as detailed below, is all related to the Scouts Hill Country Park project. The entirety of the expenditure is related to the same project. A new reserves policy will be included within the firstfull financial year reportforthe the charity12025-2026). INCOME DATE 211111202 201011202 3010112024 051021202 201021202 201031202 201031202 211031202 DESCRIPTION Investors in Lincoln transfer f rom VCS Interest Leap - arts payment T001 MerGers transfer from VCS Interest Interest Thonock Trust Cheque GLAP Reimbursement for Solicitor Fee AMOUNT 10,000. Restricted Unreslricted Unrestricted 1,433.0 8,000.0 14.6 15.3 10000.00 1200.00 Unrestricted Unrestricted Unrestricted Restricted Restricted TOTAL 30,664.7 EXPENDITURE DATE 1811212024 101011202 101021202 131021202 261021202 DESCRIPTION Mary Hollis Consultancy INV 023 Accounl Fee AMOUNT Restricted Unrestricted Unrestricted Restricted Restricted Account Fee JCM Building and Fencing JCM Building and Fencing 4340.00 1480.00 Together: 1206115 PEOPLE FIRST TRUST COLLABORATION * TOGETHER Initiative
Together CIO: 2024-2025 Trust8es Annual Report and Financial Statement 071031202 071031202 131031202 131031202 Sara Bright Arboricultural Consultant Clear Insurance Management Account Fee Burton and Dyson Solicitors 450.00 532.2 Restricted Restricted Unrestricted Restricted 1200.0 TOTAL 9,017.2 INCOME Restricted 21,200.0 Unrestricted 9464.74 EXPENDITURE Restricted Unrestricted 9002.2 15.0 BALANCE 311031202 Restricted Unrestricted 21,647.4 12,197.7 9449.7 SIGNED: {trusteel //gil/ UHLTL SIGNED: DATE: 21 ?< Together: 1206115 PEOPLE FIRST TRUST COLLABORATION TOGETHER Initiative
CHARITY COMMISSION FOK Ebl(JlAhD ANLI IVALE5 Together CIO 1206115 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period from 1218Q023 313112025 To Section A Receipts and payments Unrestricted funds t•the nearest Re$¢riGled funds Endowment funds Total lunds Last year to th8 n8ar8st£ to thB n8&rost£ to thB n•ar•st£ ttsthè n48r*St£ A1 Receipt$ 10,000 10,000 8,000 Merteis Tranler Irom VCS Thonock Tru51 ¢hwue GLAP reimburstmenifor solitor FeÈ LEAP Arts payment Inlgresl OTh savings acwunl 8,000 10,llOO 1,200 1,200 1.433 32 1,433 32 Sub total(Gross income for AR) 9,465 21,200 30,665 A2 Asset and inv8strnent sale5, Isee tablel. Sub total Total r6calpts 9,465 21,200 30.665 A3 Payments tsAary Hollis ¢onsullancy INV023 1.000 5,820 450 532 1,200 1.OQD 5,620 4SO 532 1,200 15 Clear Insurancg Manag8ment Burton and Dyson Sli¢ll0r$ Account Fees 15 Sub total 15 g,OD2 9,017 A4 Asset and Investment urchases, See table Sub total Total payments 9,002 9,017 Ngt of receipts/(payments) AS Transfers between funds A6 Cash fund5 last year end Cash funds thAS year end 9,450 12,198 21.648 9,450 12,198 21,648 CCXX R1 3ccounts ISSI
Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period Unrestricted lund$ Restricted funds to naèrèst £ Endowment funds B1 Cash funds HSBC Account 9,4S0 Total cash funds 9,450 12,198 14gieB b&lanceswlh receipts pnd payrnenlg awjvnlls) Unrestricted funds tts nèarest £ Re5triGted fndS to nearest £ Endowment fund5 to nearest £ Details B2 Other monetary assets Fnd to whl¢h asset beton Current Yalu¢ t4onal DÈÈails eost lopllonall Fund ¢9 which ssBt b&lon Current v&luÈ Cost ltsptlonAII B4 Assets retained for thè charity's own use Fund to which rqlat85 knount duè Whtn duè B5 Liabilitie$ Signed by one or two Iruslees on behalf of all the tfustèes Dale of roval 8ignalur8 Print Name pjllrn JolfDJ LYJJEAI CCXX R2 accounts ISSI
Dave Harford Benedict Cottage Canal Lane, West Stockwith Nottinghamshire, DN10 4ET Email: dave.harford outlook.com Tel: 01427 892032 INTERNAL AUDIT FOR TOGETHER CIO CHARITY YEAR ENDING 31" March 2025 'rhe intemal aiidit was cftrri¢d out on Friday 21, November 2025 which included all the appropriate paperwork as delailed below. Payinents made were support¢d by.. bank stat¢m¢nts, Accounts summary sheet, 2. Expenditiire was SUPPOrted by: bank stal¢inents, Accounts summÉry sheet, 3. All the accounts were ch¢¢k¢d and fully reconciled. These were all foiiiid to be corre¢t. The Charity's bank a¢¢ounts wei'¢ fully docutnented and reconciled ai Ihe y¢ar ¢nding 31, March 2025. 4. The charity has Completed all the relevaRt papenvork for Ilie Charity Commission. 5 was fiilly satisfied witli iiiy audit and would like to thai)k Barry for the provision of all the docuinentation to allow the aiidit to take place. Dave HArford C. l.n¥ 51 %L. )11 175