CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Receipts and payments accounts CC16a Forth• pertod from Section A Receipts and payments Unrnstrfcted fund Endowment fundi lo nMrMt£ R•8trkt•d lund• Total fund# Last year 22 total(Gmss income forAR) A2 ¥•1 •nd In¥••tm•nl o01••, sae tab . Merch Sal•s 229 s (rai Totsirecei&its 4.334 4334 Insur Sub total 1.746 1,746 A4 Asset and Inv•stm•nt purchas•8.1s•o tabl•l total Tot*lp•yments 1.746 1.748 Net of roceiMs/(payments) A5 Transf•rn bolwwn fund• A6 Cash lund# last y•ar•nd Cash fimd5 Ilts yr0nd 2.58 2.588 2.588 2,588 Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period UnrB8twlct8d funds Restrt¢t•d funds Endowment funds L'P:ai1S B1 Ca8h fund8 Totalc•$h hmxls 2.$88 CCXX R1 8ux+unls (SS
Unrn8trfct•d fund• RtCl•d fund• Effidowm•nt funds Details Qwr•rt val 83 Imfo8tffl•nt a880ts Det#ll8 Scrfre (T$trèisl hdd futwe C•bt ¢qSonl val B4 Ass•ts r•tsin•d tt ¢harlty'8 Details Ilwllty r•lath• I{1} 85 LialWtI•s Sponed by on8 or trustees on b•haff of 811 the ipJst885 PfWIt Nwno ture Oate ol wproval Luka ReTrAa Ofver Marston 41212 412.2026 CCXX FY2 accounts (SSI 214128
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLANO AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 2210212024 Perlod •nd date 0510412025 Perlod start date To Charfty nam•: Friends of Montpelller Skatepark Charity r•gistration numb•r: 1207146 Objectives and Activities Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in it5 goveming document 1.17 To promote the provision of recreation facilities (roller-skating, skateboarding, BMX, scooter) for Montpellier residents, especially youth and disadvantsged groups. improving social w8lfare and uali of life. Main activities furthered recreation objects via volunt8er-led fundraising (reflected in accounts).. successful Skatè Jam (pnzes given away, engaging youth); very sucSsful fundraising èvents at local venue raising over £750 for skatepark upgrades. Council advocacylpetitions adVand public benefit through improved facilities, skills, health, and ¢ommunity engagement for Mont ellier outh. The trustees nfIrM that, in exercising their powers and duties during the reporting period, they have had regard to Ihe Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit. Trustees reviewed guidance to ensure activities advanced the charty's purposes for wider public benefit, particularty youth recreation through skatepark upgrades. Facilities and events targeted Cheltenham's young people. promoting health, skills, and inclusion withoLrt privat8 benefit. Summary ofthe main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identffied in the aG¢ounts. Para 1.17 aTr 1.19 Stat8ment confiming whether the trustees hav8 had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit ParB 1.18 Council partnership decisions prioritised accessibility. with rKI restriclions exduding community sections. Addltlonal Inforniatlon (optlonal) You ma cho¢)se to indude further statements where relevant about: SORP refgr8r The charity made no grants dunng th8 reporting peri(Kl. Trustees focused on fundraisin , awareness, and u rades in Para 1.38 Poli on rant makin
partnership with Cheltenham Borough Council, linking directly to reported receipts for 8V8nts. No formal grant-making wjlicy adopied, as activities ntred on direct project delivery rather than distributing funds to third parties. Social investments involve using charity funds or assets to further purposes while seeking a financial tum, such as loans or equity in aligned projects. As a new CIO fo¢used on fundraising for skatepark upgrades via events and future grants, trustees hold minimal reserves. No pemianent endowment or program-related investrnents (e.g. loans to skatepark-related entities) were pursued., activities centred on cash-based advocacy and council partnerships (£20,000 Set aside). ParB 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investrnent Future policy: Any social investments will follow Charity Commission CC14 guidance, including due diligence, expert advice, and a1lgnnnt with youth recreation aims, subject to board approval and risk assessment. All contributions to the charity's activities during the reFM)rting period were made by volunteers, with no paid staff involved, enabling cost-effective d81ivery of events and aJvo&%y. Parn 1.38 Contribution made by volunteer5 Other Achievements and Perforniance
All activities relied on volunteer ctjntributions, amplrfying impact without paid costs. Summary ofthe main achievements of th8 charity. idenlifying the difference the harity's work has made to the circuMstanS of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. Hosted 5uc¢essful 'Summ8r Skate Jam, with prizes. engaging dozans of young people, building skills. confiden, social nnections. with the aims of improving mental health. reducing isolation. Organis8d local venue events raising £750+ for skatepark enhancements, showing community support for safer facilities via council partnership. Ran free workshops at Boston Tea Paty during school holidays for Ghildren. Advanced advocacy through petitions, clean-ups, Skateboard GB advice, (x)uncil meetings. Noticeable attitude shift towards vtheeled sports users, higher public engagemenumore spectstors. Impact: Beneficiaries gained recreation. skills, positive outlets,. wider benefits include changed perc£ptions. safer streets, Stronger community ties. Par8 7 Addltk+nal Infomiatlon (optlonal) You ma choose to indude further ststements where relevant about: Achievements against objectives set P•r• 1.41 Performance of fundraising activities against objectives S8t Para 1.41 Investment perfomance against objectives ParB 1.41 Other
Financlal Review Review of the charity's financial position at the 8nd of the period P4r8 121 At periodaend. th8 charity maintained a stable positson as a new CIO, with net fvnds of £2,420 held in c0p aixount for skatepark upgrades. Position Summa Cate&ory . Total Donations Total Sales Purchases Net Funds ., Amount £1,105 £1,746 Merchandise bought just before year-end {£1,746)' further sales expected next year. All operations volunteer-driven; no debts endowments. or finanaal risks. Trustees hold reserves primarily to fund new ststepark development, alongside covering unex ected Costs and sustsinin erations. At the end of the reporting period, the charity holds total reserves of £2,420 maintsined securel in a Coao bank account. statement explaining the policy for holding reserves 5tstin are held Amount of rèserves held Parn122 Para 122 Reasons for holdirvJ zero reserves Details of fund materially in deficit Para 122 Parn124 The charity holds no fvnds that are materially in deficit at the end of the rtin The trustees have no uncertainties al)out the harity's ability to continue as a going ¢oncem for th8 foreseeable future. Explanation of any uncertainbes about the charity ntInuIng as a goiro concem Parn IZJ Addltlonal Infomiatlon (optlonal) You ma choose to indude further ststements where relevant about: The charitys principal funds derived from diverse community donations and volunt88r- led sale5 during the period. totalling £4,334 to advance skatepark UP9rades. ' Source Direct Donations Cash Donations Crowdfunding GcM)dhub Gift Totsl Donations PEvent Sales & Merch i Total Income Donations spanned personal gifts, cash collections, onlinè crowdfunding, and redaimable Gift Aid, boost&J by skate jamllocal venue awareness. Merchandise sales contributed further, stock purchases (£1,746) positioned for ongoing revenue. No grants t. The charity's principal sources of funds {indudirKJ any fundraising) P8rn 1.47 Amount £510 £1,249 £111 £3,229 £1,105
Reserves {£2,420 in Co-op account) held as cash for immediate access and security. Objectives: Maintain liquidty for advocacy. events, council-partnered projects- avoid Capital lossfvolatility given small scale and volunteer mojel. Approach: No p)rtfolio investments. equities, or bonds; funds remain in COWOP currenvsavings account (minimal interest). sla1 Investment.. None adoptedlpursued. no program-related investments {e.g. loans) or impact funds; future consideration requires board review against ri5kslpurpos8s. Investment policy and objectives including any social investrnent policy adopled Para 1A6 Trustees identify and manage key risks through regular board review. Council delays.. Dependence on Chettenham Borough Council for upgrade5; mitigated by advocacy. petitions, meetings. (Yjntingency funding. La¢k of successful grant applications: Limited funding streams. addressed by diversified grassroots sources (donations £3,229. sales £1,105) and £2,420 reserves. Fundraising shortfalls: Reliance on events; mitigated by crowdfunding (£1,249), ongoing efforts. Event safety: Public events like skate jam: managed with PLI, volunteer oversight, venue cmplIanCe. Volunteer burnout: All contributions by volunteers; cDuntered by shared twstse roles and community recruitment. No high-impact risks materialised: montioring ntinUeS quartety. A description of the principal risks facing the charity Pora 1.46 Oth8r
Structure, Governance and Management Description of charivs trusts.. A5 a CIO. all assets and funds are held corporately by the organisation itself, not in traditional trust structures. No Separate Tnjsts.. Single entity manages unrestricted reserves (£2,420 in Crp account) for skatepark purposes; no endowments, restricted funds, or sub-trusts. CIO Governance: Trustees (Chair Luka Renna and 2 others) hold legal responsibilty equivalent to tnjsteesldirectors; o)nstitution govems operations. Assets Position.. Funds from donations {£3,229), sales (£1.105), less purchases (£1,746),. no property or trusttheld investments. Type of goveming dUment Para 125 CIO Constitution (Last amended 2112124) How is the charity ¢onstituted7 PBrn125 Charitable Incorporated Organisation ated Trustee selection methods including details of any conslitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or b(yJy entitled to apwint one or more truste8S P8r8 125 Trustees are appointed by resolution of existing charity trustees at a propedy nvened meeting (CIO Constitution clauses 10). Al trustees must have DBS thecks due lo work with childrenlyouth. Constitutional Provisions Appointment (Clause 10.1).. 2-year terns by majority vote (minimum 3 trustees). Criteria (Clause 10.2): Selected for skills in fundraising, events, council liaison. Eligibility (Clause 9.2).. Aged 16+ (one 18+ minimum), not disqualified under Charities Act 2011, DBS-checked: must expressly accepl office. No Extemal Appointments: Internal trustee decision only-no election5 or extemal bodies. Addltlonal Inforniatlon (optlonal) You ma choose to indude further statements where levant about.. New trustees get a simple induckn'on pad and practical han(lover. Constitution materials.. Copy of Cnstitution, latest annual report, and accounts. Operations brfefing: Chair explains council work, events, fundraising, and volunteers. Ongoing.. Free Charity Commisslon online guides,. shared learning at truslee meetings. This meets Gonstitution Clause 11 uirements for our small volunteer cha ' Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees Para 1.51
The charity operates a simpl8 Structure as a Foundation CIO with 3 trustees managing all decAsions and volunteer activities. Intemal Structure Gov8med solely by trustees per constitution Clauses 15. with no paid staff. sut ¢ommrttees, or em lo Level Trustees (Minimum The charitys organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works Pw8 1.51 Détalls Chair + (Minimum)2 others; appoint via resolution, handle strategy, events, finan5. Community support event5 (skate jam. fundraisers raising £4,334 total).. no formal hierarch | Trustees only (claus8 161., no wider voting membershi 3) Volunteers Members Wider NetsV0S Collaborates locally for skatepark upgrades without fompl affiliations. Cheltenham Borough Council.. Primary partner for facility improvements. regular meetingsladvocacy. Community Stskeholders". Schools, parents, wheeled sports users (sk8tearderS, BMX, scooters). petitionslevents build support. Local businesses donate merchandise for events. No fomal related parties exist, such as trustees, connected persons, subsidiaries, or family interests reIving benefits. Relationship vth any related parties Para 1.51 Council Partnership The charity works collaboratively vth Cheltenham Borough Council as an independent third party to develop an inclusive, aCssIble, high-quality skatepark. They committed £20,000 for the project, managed at am's length with no conflicts (per Clause 7). This aligns with prior advocacy, meetin9s, and facility upgrades. no payments or sIred control involved. Oth8r Reference and Administrative details Chari name Other nam8 the chari Friends of Mon Friends of Mon Ilier Skate Uses
Re istered chari number Charity's principal a(Idress 1207146 47 Middle M8ad Ciren¢e5ter GL7 1GX
Names of the charlty trustge$ who manage the tharlty Datss act•d If not for**1• Trus nam• Offlce {Ifwy) Namfr of Fwson {or body) tItIod olnt tru8t•• Luka Renna Chair Treasurer Oliver Marslon Marcus Turner Felix Helm Appointed 251312025 2210212024 - 3010712024 Bright Dadson 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 orate trustees - names of the directors at the date the re Dlre¢tor nan rtvfftsa Name of trustees holding tIe to propety belonging to the Charity
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Descriptson of the assets held in this Capauty Name and objects of the Gharity on whose tshalf the assets are held and this falls within the custodian charity's objects Details of arrangements for safe ¢ustc*ly and segregation of such assets from the charitys own assets Addltlonal Infomiatlon (optlonal) Names and addresse3 of advlsers (Optlonal Inforniatlon) Type of Name Address advlser Name of Chlof exècutlve or names tsf sènlor staff members (Optlonal Inforrnatlon) Exemptions from disclosure rsonnel detsiI5 Reason for rK)n4Jisclosure of ke Other o tional information
Declarations The trustses declare that they have approved the trustees. report above. Slgned on behalf of the charlty's trustees Slgnature(s) Full name{s) Posltlon (eg Secretary, Chalr, otc) Luka Renna OINer Marston Chair 41212026