(Charity Number 274097)
Rotary Club of Gloucester Trust Fund
Trustees’ Report and Financial Statements For the Year Ended 30 June 2025
1. Introducton
The Trustees of the Rotary Club of Gloucester Trust Fund present their report and financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2025. The Trust Fund exists to support charitable purposes locally, nationally, and internationally, reflecting the values and service ethos of Rotary.
2. Objectves and Actvites
The Trust Fund’s principal objective is to advance charitable purposes for the public benefit through:
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Community fundraising events
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Support for young people
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International humanitarian assistance
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Grants to local organisations and individuals in need
3. Public Beneft Statement
The Trustees confirm that they have complied with the duty in section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit. All grants made during the year were directed toward recognised charitable purposes and delivered measurable benefit to the public.
4. Achievements and Performance
Despite a challenging fundraising environment, the Trust Fund raised £29,669.92 (2024: £48,474.08). Key income streams included:
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Winfield Hospital Car Parking
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Tree of Light
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Christmas Collections
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Santa Fun Run
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Member donations
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Miscellaneous community donations
A total of £28,847 was awarded in grants to community organisations, young people’s programmes, international causes, and the President’s chosen charity.
5. Financial Review
The Trust Fund recorded an overspend of £1,859.52 (2024: surplus £13,868.52). Total funds at year ‑ end stood at £40,208.68 (2024: £42,068.20). The charity holds no liabilities.
Restricted funds at year ‑ end:
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Ukraine Restricted Fund: £2,317.98
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President’s Discretionary Fund: £250.00
The remaining balance is held in the General Reserve.
6. Reserves Policy
The Trustees aim to maintain reserves sufficient to meet committed grants and ensure continuity of charitable activity. Current reserves are considered appropriate for the scale and nature of the Trust Fund’s operations.
7. Structure, Governance and Management
The Trust Fund is an unincorporated charity governed by a trust deed. Trustees are appointed from the membership of the Rotary Club of Gloucester. The Trust Fund activities are directed by the Council of the Rotary Club of Gloucester with the Trustees being responsible for financial stewardship and compliance with charity law.
8. Independent Examiner
The accounts were independently examined by Peter Morgan, FCA, who certified that they are consistent with the underlying records.
Financial Statements
Income and Expenditure Account For the Year Ended 30 June 2025
Income
| Income Source | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Member’s Donatons(Foundaton) | £1,725.00 | – |
| Member’s Donatons(Other) | – | – |
| Gala Dinner | -£50.00 | £7,715.45 |
| Gif Aid | £528.00 | £4,038.98 |
| Car Parks | – | £9,775.99 |
| Tree of Light | £5,920.04 | £6,450.85 |
| Christmas Collectons | £7,890.01 | £4,432.87 |
| Santa Collectons | £3,777.53 | – |
| Salvaton Army | £837.00 | £893.10 |
| Miscellaneous Donatons | £3,664.01 | £5,718.46 |
| HaVinG Donaton | – | £5,615.10 |
| Santa Fun Run | £4,844.16 | £3,389.02 |
| Crocus Bulbs | -£21.88 | – |
| Savings Interest | £556.05 | £444.26 |
| Total Income | £29,669.92 | £48,474.08 |
Expenditure
| Expenditure | ||
|---|---|---|
| Expenditure | 2025 | 2024 |
| Club Grants | £19,467.61 | £22,217.66 |
| CommunityAwards | £6,000.00 | £3,500.00 |
| Kids Out | £3,378.84 | £792.46 |
| Transfer to General Fund | – | £3,223.75 |
| Cost of Fundraising | £732.99 | £1,648.69 |
| Donaton to Speaker | £50.00 | – |
| Donaton to Foundaton | £1,900.00 | £3,223.00 |
| Total Expenditure | £31,529.44 | £34,605.56 |
Surplus / (Deficit): (£1,859.52) £13,868.52
Balance Sheet
As at 30 June 2025
Assets
| Asset | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Current Account | £5,804.99 | £3,170.56 |
| Savings Account | £34,403.69 | £38,897.64 |
| Total Cash at Bank | £40,208.68 | £42,068.20 |
Liabilites
None.
Funds
| Fund | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| President’s DiscretonaryFund | £250.00 | £250.00 |
| Ukraine Restricted Fund | £2,317.98 | £2,617.98 |
| General Reserve | £37,640.70 | £39,200.22 |
| Total Funds | £40,208.68 | £42,068.20 |
Schedule of Grants
For the Year Ended 30 June 2025
| President & Council | ||
|---|---|---|
| President’s Charity– BigSpace Appeal | £5,000 | |
| Mayor’s Charity (Tree of Light) | £1,500 | |
| RotaryInternatonal to Foundaton | £1,520 | |
| RotaryCommunityAward Scheme | £6,000 | |
| RotaryClub of Gloucester Youth Trust Fund | £1,250 | £15,270 |
| Internatonal(Nepal & Ukraine) | £2,800 | £2,800 |
| Community& Youth | ||
| Minibus Repairs | £250 | |
| Gloucester Feed the Hungry | £500 | |
| Salvaton Army (Support at Christmas and Warm Clothes) | £2,520 | |
| Kids Out/RotaryFun Days | £3,379 | |
| Life Educaton | £60 | |
| YoungVoices | £360 | |
| Holidays for Disadvantaged Children | £800 | |
| PrimarySchool Projects | £2,908 | £10,777 |
| Charitable Support for 2024 - 2025 | £28,847 | |