Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01/04/2024 To 31/03/2025
Charity name: Make Your Mark
Charity registration number: 1209768
Objectives and Activities
| Objectives and Activities | ||
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| SORP reference | ||
| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | The relief of those in need, by way of mental health Illnesses, age and financial hardship, through the provision of: I. Raising awareness of mental health. Ii. Awarding grants to registered charities, community groups and not-for-profit organisations that further the charitable purpose Iii. Providing mental health first aid training for the general public. Iv. Peer support via face-to-face support, telephone and Email. |
| 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 | Make Your Mark is dedicated to educating people about health issues and preventing sickness, with a strong focus on mental health. The organisation raises awareness of mental health by increasing public understanding, reducing stigma, and encouraging individuals to seek help through campaigns, workshops, and public speaking events. Make Your Mark awards grants from monies raised by the Bike + Brew event to registered charities, community groups, and not-for-profit organisations that promote mental health awareness and support services, thereby reaching a wider audience and creating a more significant impact in communities. Additionally, the organisation offers mental health first aid training to the general public, equipping individuals with the skills to recognise and respond to mental health issues, promoting early intervention and support. Peer support is also facilitated by Make Your Mark through face-to-face interactions, telephone, and email, allowing individuals to share their experiences and receive advice and encouragement from others who have faced similar challenges. Through these comprehensive efforts, Make Your Mark plays a vital role in educating the public about mental health, preventing mental health issues,andprovidingcrucial support to those in need. |
| 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 due regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit when reviewing the charity’s aims and objectives and in planning current and future activities. The trustees consider how planned activities will contribute to the aims and objectives they have set to further the charity’s purposes for thepublic benefit. |
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SORP reference Grant-making is a core part of our charitable activities. Through our Grant Application Policy, we provide funding Para 1.38 to registered charities and not-for-profit organisations Policy on grant making that align with our mission to promote mental health, wellbeing, and community connection. These grants support initiatives such as mental health support groups, community outreach programmes, crisis relief, and acts of kindness for vulnerable individuals. In this way, our grant-making extends the reach of our work, strengthens communities, and directly contributes to achieving our aims of improving mental health, reducing isolation, and fostering kindness and resilience. N/A Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Our Mental Health First Aiders and Trainers receive Para 1.38 accredited training through MHFA Wales, ensuring they Contribution made by are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and confidence volunteers to provide immediate support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, promote wellbeing, and guide people towards appropriate professional help when needed. Other
Achievements and Performance
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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 | We have trained two of our Trustees as Mental Health First aid trainers and trained 14 Mental Health First aiders We have paid for installations of 5 Defibs in Motor biker hotspots Set up monthly wellbeing hubs in north and south Wales Set up the Bike and Brew Passport event which involved 3,300 bikers fulfilling our mantra " Release the Clutch Quiet the Noise" while raising approx. £33,000 to support our Grant-making policy |
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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 | |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of theperiod |
Para 1.21 | At the end of the financial year the charity’s financial position remains strong |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | We hold the following reserves: - 2025 passport - grants to be awarded Bike & Brew _ Prize fund and charity expenses Daves defibs – Purchases of Defibs at biker hotspots Make Your Mark – Mental Health First Aider Training |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | 2025 passport - £ 7,880 Bike & Brew - £ 15,417.55 Dave’s Defibs - £ 2,365.43 Make Your Mark - £ 2,539.90 Lottery Grant - £6,454.30 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuingas agoingconcern |
Para 1.23 | N/A |
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| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | |
| 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 | |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: | ||
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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 | 27 August 2024: CIO registration |
| 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 | The charity seeks to ensure that its board of trustees comprises individuals with a diverse range of skills, experience, and backgrounds that support the effective governance and strategic development of the organisation. |
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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
| Charityname | Make Your Mark |
|---|---|
| Other name the charityuses | MARK, Dave’s Defibs and Bike & Brew |
| Registered charitynumber | 1209768 |
| Charity’s principal address | VALE COTTAGE VINEY HILL LYDNEY GL15 4NA |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year | Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee(if any) |
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| Paul Sims | Chair | |||
| Ian Marquis | Vice Chair | |||
| Christopher Pollington | Treasurer | |||
| Alison Mary Brooks- Davies |
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| Aron Lee Jones | ||||
| Jordan Dewi Thorne | ||||
| Jo-Ann Dyson | ||||
| Mike Garratt | ||||
| Ian Gravell | ||||
| Ben Ford | ||||
Corporate trustees – names of the directors at the date the report was approved
| Director name | ||
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| Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity | ||
| Trustee name | Dates acted if not for wholeyear | |
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held N/A in this capacity Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
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| 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
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Charity Accounts
Make Your Mark
For the period ended 31 March 2025
Prepared on 13 January 2026
Table of Contents
Statement of Activity........................................................................................................................................3 Statement of Financial Position.......................................................................................................................4 Statement of Cash Flows ................................................................................................................................5
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Statement of Activity
April 2024 - March 2025
| Statement of Activity April 2024 - March 2025 |
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| Total | |
| INCOME | |
| 2025 Passport | 7,880.00 |
| Bike + Brew passport venue registration | 17,400.00 |
| Donations | 8,351.20 |
| Gift aid | 1,970.00 |
| Grants | 20,000.00 |
| Guardian Bell Swap | 150.00 |
| Just Giving fundrasing page | 1,367.30 |
| Merchandise | 32.00 |
| Sponsorship | 500.00 |
| Websitepostage charge | 918.00 |
| Total Income | 58,568.50 |
| COST OF SALES | |
| Defibs | 6,070.00 |
| Passport costs | 144.80 |
| Stamps | 721.10 |
| Total Cost of Sales | 6,935.90 |
| TOTAL | 51,632.60 |
| EXPENDITURES | |
| Accountancy | 60.84 |
| Advertising/Promotional | 6,284.24 |
| Bank fees | |
| Just Giving fees | 49.36 |
| PayPal fees | 10.45 |
| Square fees | 54.87 |
| Stripe fees | 171.12 |
| Total Bank fees | 285.80 |
| Memberships | 160.00 |
| Other Professional Services | 1,560.00 |
| Printing, Postage and Stationery | 482.14 |
| Training | 6,000.80 |
| Website | 2,100.00 |
| Total Expenditures | 16,933.82 |
| NET OPERATING INCOME | 34,698.78 |
| NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) | £34,698.78 |
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Statement of Financial Position
As of March 31, 2025
Total
| Total | |
|---|---|
| FIXED ASSET | |
| Total Fixed Asset | |
| CASH AT BANK AND IN HAND | |
| Current | 9,553.90 |
| Savings | 21,175.00 |
| Total Cash at bank and in hand | 30,728.90 |
| DEBTORS | |
| 586 Trade debtors | 1,675.00 |
| Total Debtors | 1,675.00 |
| CURRENT ASSETS | |
| Accrued Income | 1,970.00 |
| Stock Asset | 2,255.72 |
| Total Current Assets | 4,225.72 |
| NET CURRENT ASSETS | 36,629.62 |
| CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR | |
| Trade Creditors | |
| Creditors | 1,930.84 |
| Total Trade Creditors | 1,930.84 |
| Total Creditors: amounts falling due within oneyear | 1,930.84 |
| NET CURRENT ASSETS(LIABILITIES) | 34,698.78 |
| TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES | 34,698.78 |
| TOTAL NET ASSETS (LIABILITIES) | £34,698.78 |
| CHARITY FUNDS | |
| Designated Funds | |
| 2025 Passports | 9,850.00 |
| Bike + Brew | 15,417.55 |
| Daves Defibs. | 843.36 |
| Make Your Mark | 2,091.97 |
| Total Designated Funds | 28,202.88 |
| Restricted Funds | |
| LotteryGrant | 8,055.90 |
| Total Restricted Funds | 8,055.90 |
| Retained Earnings | -36,258.78 |
| Surplus/(Deficit) | 34,698.78 |
| Total Charity funds | £34,698.78 |
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Statement of Cash Flows
April 2024 - March 2025
| Statement of Cash Flows April 2024 - March 2025 |
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| Total | |
| OPERATING ACTIVITIES | |
| Net Income | 34,698.78 |
| Adjustments to reconcile Net Income to Net Cash provided by operations: | |
| 586 Trade debtors | -1,675.00 |
| Accrued Income | -1,970.00 |
| Stock Asset | -2,255.72 |
| Creditors | 1,930.84 |
| Total Adjustments to reconcile Net Income to Net Cashprovided by operations: | -3,969.88 |
| Net cashprovided by operating activities | 30,728.90 |
| FINANCING ACTIVITIES | |
| Designated Funds:2025 Passports | 9,850.00 |
| Designated Funds:Bike + Brew | 15,417.55 |
| Designated Funds:Daves Defibs. | 843.36 |
| Designated Funds:Make Your Mark | 2,091.97 |
| Restricted Funds:Lottery Grant | 8,055.90 |
| Retained Earnings | -36,258.78 |
| Net cashprovided by financing activities | 0.00 |
| NET CASH INCREASE FOR PERIOD | 30,728.90 |
| CASH AT END OF PERIOD | £30,728.90 |
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Independent Examiner's Report to the Tr115tee5 ofl,Iake Yoiir Mark for the year ended 31 iMArch 2V25 I report to the Trustces on Iny cxaminalion of the financial statements of Make I'our hlark (the ch[lty) for the year ended 31 'laCh 2025. Responsibilities and Basis of Report As Ihe charity's TSt¢es. you arc r(sponsible for the preparation of thc fi¥hancial statements in accordaiice with the rcquiremcnts of the Cbarities Act 2011. I ieport in respect of my exaniination of the charity's FunCIal 5tateineiits cattied out ui)der secfion 145 of the Ch2d rities Act 2011. In catrying OLLI my exaiiiiiiation. I have followed tlie applic2blc directiuns given by the Charity Conimission ui)d¢r sectioR 145(5)(b) of tlic Act. Independent Examiner'5 Statement I have completed my examination. I confirni ihat no m2tt¢rs have come to MY attcntion.. Tr'hich give nie rea5vnable cause to believeihal in any material respect.. the accounting records ivere not kcpt in accordancc with scction 130 of the Cl)arities the financial statenienls do not accord ivith those records. or the financial 5tatenient5 do not comply ivith Ihe applicable requirements conccrning the fo¥m and conteiit of accounts sct out in tlie Cl)arities {Accouiits aiid Reports) Regiilations 2008 other than any iequireincnt that th¢ accoui)ts gtvc a.ttuc aiid fair vieiv" Ivhich is not matter considered as part of an independent cxoininatioi). 2. tv ivhich. in my opinion. allention Should be draii'n iii order to ei)able a proper understanding of the financial slatcmcnts to be reached. Signed Ngme.. Enuna Moi8an Signatiiie.. Relevant PTofe55ional qualification {if any)= ACCA Address.. Maesygwandde, Llandovery, Carniarthenshirc, SA20 OUU Datc.. 1410112026