Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01.04.2024 Period start date To 31.12.2024 Period end date
Charity name: LEODIS CONSORT
Charity registration number: 1207743
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | The objects of the Society shall be: 1. to advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals; |
| 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 1.17 and 1.19 |
Concerts: • O salutaris deo • Bach B minor mass • Choral Evensong • Bach and MacMillan • Byrd Mass for 4 voices • Handel’s Messiah • 9 lessons and carols |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The trustees confirm that they have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit when exercising their powers and duties. In particular, the trustees have considered how the charity’s activities have contributed to the achievement of its charitable purposes for the public benefit. The charity’s activities during the year were carried out in furtherance of its charitable objects and were designed to provide clear public benefit. The trustees review the charity’s activities and outcomes on an ongoing basis to ensure they continue to deliver benefit to the public in line with Charity Commission guidance. |
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SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making
Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | During the year, the charity delivered a programme of musical rehearsals and performances in furtherance of its charitable objects. These activities provided performers with opportunities to develop their musical skills and gain experience through public performance in a supportive and structured environment. The charity’s work also provided clear public benefit to the wider community by offering access to high-quality live music. To ensure inclusivity and accessibility, the charity offered free tickets at every performance to individuals with limited financial resources, helping to reduce barriers to participation in cultural activities. The trustees consider that the charity’s activities during the year contributed positively to cultural life and community wellbeing and were carried out for the public benefit in line with Charity Commission guidance. |
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | The charity has been successful in 3 out 4 grant applications. |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | At the end of the financial period, the charity held cash reserves of£585.88, all of which were held in unrestricted funds. The trustees consider this level of reserves to be sufficient to meet the charity’s short-term commitments and ongoing operational needs. During the year, the charity’s income was primarily derived from grants, donations and performance-related income, and expenditure was mainly incurred in delivering the charity’s musical activities, including performer fees, venue hire and associated costs. The trustees continue to monitor the charity’s financial position carefully to ensure that resources are managed prudently andinsupportof the charity’s objectives. |
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| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | No reserves were made. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | It was our first year as a charity and there was no opportunity. |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 |
| Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements |
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where relevant about: |
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| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | Ticket sales and grant applications. |
| 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 | Mainly, the declining environment in the grants. |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
The charity has no permanent endowment or restricted trusts. All funds held by the charity at the end of the financial period were unrestricted and may be applied at the trustees’ discretion in furtherance of the charity’s objects. |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Constitution |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | CIO |
| 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 | AGM has the ultimate power to select trustees. |
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| Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 | |
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| 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
| Charity name | LEODIS CONSORT |
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| Other name the charity uses | LEODIS CONSORT SINGERS |
| Registered charitynumber | 1207743 |
| Charity’s principal address | 34 WELLINGTON TERRACE LEEDS LS13 2LH |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| 1 2 3 4 |
Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Osman Hamed-Fontanilla | Chair | AGM | ||
| Oliver Heath | AGM | |||
| ShepCameron | Treasurer | AGM | ||
| Nina Parkes | AGM |
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held in this capacity
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 the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of Name Address adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) OSMAN HAMED-FONTANILLA Full name(s) OSMAN HAMED-FONTANILLA Position (eg Secretary, CHAIR Chair, etc) Date 6.1.2026
LEODIS CONSORT 1207743 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period Period start date Period end date To from 05.04.2024 31.12.2024
Section A Receipts and payments
| A1 Receipts | Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ 7,634 - - - - - - - 7,634 - - - 7,634 7,470 - - - - - - - - 7,470 84 - 84 7,554 80 - - 80 |
Restricted funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Endowment funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Total funds to the nearest £ 7,634 - - - - - - - 7,634 - - - 7,634 7,470 - - - - - - - - 7,470 84 - 84 7,554 80 |
Total funds to the nearest £ 7,634 - - - - - - - 7,634 - - - 7,634 7,470 - - - - - - - - 7,470 84 - 84 7,554 80 |
Last year to the nearest £ |
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| Sub total(Gross income for AR) |
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| A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). |
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| Total receipts A3 Payments |
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| **Sub total ** | 7,470 | - | ||||
| A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) |
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| **Sub total ** | 84 | - | ||||
| Total payments Net of receipts/(payments) A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
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| 80 | - | - | 80 | - |
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B1 Cash funds |
Details Details Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details Details Details Signature Osman Hamed-Fontanilla |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 80 - - - - - 80 - OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name Osman Hamed-Fontanilla |
Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| Date of approval |
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| Osman Hamed-Fontanilla | Osman Hamed-Fontanilla | 11.01.2026 | |
CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
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