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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND ANO WALES Keceipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period To 0110412025 31103r2026 Section A Receipts and payments Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Endowm onl funds tothe nearèst £ Total funds Last yoar to thg neamt to th• n•amt £ A1 Recei Grants Foyles Grants Other Fund Raising Donalions Subscriptions Others 2.500 6,316 2,$00 6,316 3,919 2,228 5,510 3,663 3.115 770 1,482 3.919 2,228 1,440 2,348 Sub total (Gross income for AR) 9,936 8.816 18,752 14,540 A2 Asset and investment sales, Isee table). ub total Total receipts 9,936 8,816 18,762 14,540 A3 Payments Administratiors Grants Grants CGG plants & materials W&W Adivities W&W other cosls Other 737 737 7,442 517 6,836 7,442 1,085 1.256 709 1,085 1,256 709 995 1,364 1,988 766 Sub total 3,851 7,442 11.292 12.466 A4 Asset and investment purchasos. (see table) Sub total AMGrvingbackAccounts 25 26 Atif Year En(J 25-26 1610412026

Total payments 3,851 7,442 11,292 12,466 Net of receipts/(payments) AS Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last yoar end Cash funds this year end 6,085 1.376 7,460 2,074 Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period Unrestrict Restricted ed funds funds to n•arn8t £ to n••reJt £ Endowment funds to n•are8t £ Categories Details B1 Cash funds AMGlvtrngbac Cash Funds as at 31st March 26 13,121 4,510 Totsl cash funds 13.121 4,510 {agrna baLgn¢es aTrJ paywen15 3ccounll511 Unrestrict Restricted ed funds funds to n¢ar•¥t £ to n￿reSt £ Endowm•nt fund¥ to neamt £ Details Fund to whl¢h a$•et I￿lOng Cost {optlono11 Current valu• loptlonall Details B3 Investment assets Fund to whlch a•s•t belong• Current v•lL l0ptlono11 Deta ils loptlonall AMGMngback Accounts 25 26 Atif Year End 25-26 1610412026

B4 Assets retsined for the charity's own use Gear4Music-PA PMT Yamaha Stsge P￿J$ and Dolty CartrKJge. Brother Prinler La￿￿ Mo Hedge CLTrtter Leaf 8kn4r 423 Fund to wttich Ilablllty rnlat• Amount du• loptionall When due loptlonall B5 Llabilltles Signed by one or tsvo Iruslees on behalf ol all the trustees Signature Print Name Date of approval z6 vi CL AMGivingback Accounts 25 26 Atil Year End 25-26 1610412026

Trustees, Annual Report for the period (HAR Period start dale Period end date 2025 From Section A Reference and administration details Charity r￿me AMGIVINGBACK Other names Charity is known by Registered charlty number (if any) 1207761 Charity's principal address, 72 Barton Road LLrton ,' Bedfordshire , Po$tcod• LU3 2BB Names of the charity trustses who manage the charlty Dat•• ei•d rf not forwhok• •ar Tru8ts• name Office Irf nyl Name of person lor body) errtlued toa oint tru•ts• Ifan Michael Hubbocks Chaimian Atif Iqbal Sandra Parris Treasurer Secretary (Outgoing) CEOIFounder 8" May 2026 Angela Scartett- Marshall Juliet Johnson Finance Lead Madil Grant Director & Interim Secretary (replacing Sandra Parris) Director 9th May 2026 Richard Scadett- Marshall 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 TAR Marth 2012

Names of the trustees for tho Charfty, If any, (ft)r example, any custodian trustses) Nam• Datss acted if not for whole ear Names and addresses of advisers Ioptional Infomiatlon) e of adviser Name Address Name of chief exe¢utlve or names of senlor slaff members Ioplional infomiatlon) Section B Structure, overnance and mana ement Descrlption of the charlty's trusts Constitution Type of goveming document How the charity is constituted cio Trustee selertion methcKIs Appointed by the TrU￿eeS Additlonal govemance issues (Optional informationl The following policies have been created and approved by the Trustees Safeguarding H&S Equaltty and Oiversity Complaints Modem Slavery You may choosfr lo include additional information, whe relevant, about.. policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees", the charity's organisational Structu￿ and any wider network with which the chanty works., relationship with any related parties., Iruslees, consideration of maior risks and the system and pr¢)cedures to manage them. As we work closely with older F￿pIe and vulnerable adulls, Iheir wellbeing and safety remain central to everything we do. Our Trustees have approved comprehensive Safeguarding Policies for bolh adults and children, which are ￿vieWed annually to ensure Ihey remain robust and up to date. All vulnerable adults attend our singing groups are accompanied by a Ca￿ r or family member. Children visiting our Gommunity garden are a￿VaYS supervised by staff or volunteers from their nursery or school. all of whom hold enhanced DBS checks TAR March 2012

Section C Ob"ectives and activities The Trustees confirn that they have due regard to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit when planning and delivering the activiiies of AMGIVINGBACK during 2025126. AMGIVINGBACK'S charttable objects f￿uS on reducing social isolation, improving wellbeing, and strengthening Community cohesion, particulady for older people, Vulnerab￿ adults and individuals living with disability or long-term heaRh condrtions. All activities undertaken during the year were designed to advance these aims and provide dear public benefit. Our monthly Warblers & Wobblers wellbeing sessions offered companionship. routine and emotional 5UPPOrt lo individuals who are al nsk of loneliness or Social wilhdrawal. The Dishamiony Choir provided opportunrties for crealNe expression, confidence-building and social connection. enabling members of all abilities to participate in inclusive music-making. Summary of the objects of tho charity Sot out In Its governing docum•nt The GraSrne￿ Communrly Garden continue to operate as a free, accessible outdoor space where visitors could enjoy nature, gentle activrty and cornmunty inleraction. The garden also hosted our annual July cOn￿rt in the Garden.. a large-scale event celebrating disability Inclusion and bnng together over 500 members of the public. ThroughoLrt the year, our choir delivered perfom)ances in care homes. hospices. community venues and public spaces. offering comfort, joy and social engagement to residents and members of the wider community. Addrtional activities. including a Grand Union Canal boat tnp for visitors and volunteers, further supported wellbeing, connection and inclusion. All ath'vities V￿re delivered free of charge or at minimal cost, ensuring accessibility for those on low incomes or living with additional needs. The charrty's worked was supwrted by a dedicated team of volunteers. enabling AMGB to maximise its impact and ensu￿ that resources were effectivel for ublic benefit. TAR Marth 2012

Summary of the main activities undertaken for the publlc beneflt In relation to these obJ?cts lin¢lude withln th18 sectlon the ststutory declaratlon that trustees havo had regard to the guldanco issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit) Additlonal dotalls of oblectlve$ and a￿1VI￿O$ Ioplional irrfomiation) You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about.. policy on grantmaking., policy programme related investment., contribution made by volunteers. TAR Morth 2012

Section D Achievements and performance Summary ofthe main achievements of the charity durlng the year Sumfflary of Main Achievemenls- 2025126 During 2025126, AMGIVINGBACK delivered a year of significant pro9￿SS. strengthened community impact and growing recognition across all areas of our work. Participation in our core programmes increased markedly, with the Dishannony Choir expanding to 35 regular members and Warblers & Wobblers welcoming more than 85 visitors each month. Our annual July Concert in the Garden attracted over 500 visitors, making il our most successful event to date and reinforcing our commitment to celebrating disability indusion. AMGB received extemal recognf(ion by winning Best Community Garden in the Luton in Bloom Awards. reflecting the dedication of our volunteers and the value of the garden as an inclusive wmmunity space. Our choir's reputation continued to grow, resulting in numefOUS invitations to perform at community events, care homes. hospices and public venues throughout the year. Financially, the charity remained stable, wrth income exceeding expenditure and strong support from a blend of grant funders including Co-op. Allen Lane Foundation, Wixamtree Charitable Trust, Butterfields and the Foyle Foundation. Volunteer engagement remained a maior strength with MO￿ than 20 volunteers contribLrting across our garden, choir arKI wellbeing programmes. AMGB also delivered meaningfvl experiences beyond its regular activities, induding a Well-fe￿IVed Grand Union Canal Boat Trip for visilors and volunteers. Feeback from participants continued to highlight the positive impact of our work on wellbeing. social connection and inclusion. Overrall, 2025126 was a year of growth, recognition and deepened communty impact, positioning AMGIVINGBACK strongly for continued success in 2026127. TAR Marth 2012

Section E Financial review The chartly maintains a reseryes policy lo support its long-term financial sustainabilrty and lo ensure it can continue to meet its obligations. particularly during periods of uncertainty or unforeseen fluctuations in income. The policy seeks lo balance the need to hold an appropriate level of reserves wtth the trustees, commitment to applying funds effectively and promptly in furtheran￿ of the chanty's charitable obiecaives. Brief statement of the charity's policy on reserves Reserves are held to cover essential operational costs, enable continuty of serviGes, and provide resilience in the event of unexpected Circumstan￿$. The Irustees review the target level of reserves annually, considenng the chanty's current financial position, pattems of income and expendrtvre. potential funding risks, and planned activities for the forthcoming penod. Where unrestricted reserves exceed the agreed tsrget level, the trustees will consider the most effective use of the surplus, including reinvestment in strategic initiatives or communty projects that align wilh the charity's aims. Equally, rf reseryes fall below the desired level, the trustees will agree and implement an appropnate recovery plan to rebuild reserves over a reasonable timeframe. Detsils of any funds rnaterially in deficit NIA Further financial revlew details (Optional inforniation} You may choose to include additional infomation, where relevant about.. the chanly s principal sour￿$ of funds (including any fundraising)., how expenditure has supported the key objectNes of the Charity., investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted. AMGIVINGBACK'S income during the year was derived from a range of sources, includirvJ donations from local businesses. grants from charitable trusts and local or nth'onal grant-making bodies, fundraising activrties, and public donations. This diversified income base helps support the charty's Sustainability while enabling it to deliver high-quality, inclusive activrties for the local community Expenditure is carefully planned and directed to support the charsty's core objectives of promoting soual welfare, reducing social isolation. and improving quality of lrfe, particulady for individuals experiencing mental health challenges, dements'a, autism, financial hardship or social Isolation. The Trustees closely monitor spending to ensure that funds are applied effectively and provKle clear public benefit. A significant proportion of expendrture relates to the delivery of the Warblers & Wobblers wellbeing sessions and the DisHarmony Choir. Funds are used to hire accessible venues, provide refreshments, and create a welcoming and supportive environmenl for participants and their carers. Additional resources. including printed song lyncs, musical equipment and, where possible. transport support, help lo enable attendance arKI engagement. These attivrties play a key role in reducing isolation and providing social and therapeutic benefits, directly supporting the charity's objectives. Expendrture is also direc*ed towards the op8rab.on and development of the Grasmere Commun Garden. Costs include ardenin tools TAR Marth 2012

compost, seeds, plants and materials required to maintain and enhan the space. Investment in sensory planting and wo¢)dland walk features supports the garden's Iherapeutic and educational purpose for people of all ages and abilrties. The garden also contributes to addressing food insecurity by growing fruit and vegetables that are made freely available to members of the communty experiencing financial hardship. The thanty also incurs mcAlest costs to support widèr community engagement and educational activrties. These includ8 small-scale initiatives wrth local schools and nurseries, such as gardening workshops arKI competthons, helping to advance the charty's aims of supporting education. recreation and soaal development for children and young people. Operational and administrative costs are kept to a minimum. Essential expendrture includes insurance. basic administration and low-cost promotional materials such as flyers or banners for community events. All aGtIvrt￿S are volunteer-18d and the charity does not employ paid staff, ensurin9 that most of the expenditure is focused directly on delivering communty benefit. AMGIVINGBACK does not currently invest any of its fvnds. The Trustees review this posrtion periodically to ensure that financial arrangemenls remain appropnate to the charity's size, resources and objectives. Section F Other optional information Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Signaturels) Full namel$) j Posilion (eg SKr8tary. Chair. I •t¢) Date TAR Marth 2012