Morden Little League 87 Ash Road Sutton Surrey SM3 9LA or en League Morden Little League Football Annual Report for the year to 31 August 2024 Constitution Morden Little Leagu¢ is an unincorporated Association, is a Registered Charity (Number 803722) and its address is clo 87 Ash Road, Sutton Surrey, SM3 9LA. The Charity is administered by a Management Committee elected from the volunteer members of the organisation. Aims and Objectives Morden Little League (MLLF) once again met its primary objective of providing free organised football to boys and girls belween the ages of 7 and 14 years. As in previous years the aim of mass participation Tather than elitism aTJd an emphasis on equalities and diversity were the guiding principles employed. Issues and Achievements We have complied with FA and Little League requirements that now include the position of two League Welfare oificers. It has been a successful year in both.perfornian¢es on and off the pitch. The Management Committee have taken the league into its 57 season, we still have the challenges with the local council no longer providing use of the ground free of charge. Fundraising has had to be stepped up to try and cover of £6500 annually for the pavilion and l O pitches we use on a Saturday morning. The management committee will be doing everything in its power to keep this free football going for as long as possible without endangering the leagues survival. I would like to thank all those that donate their time to voluntary roles with Morden Little League. p8St and presenL and to the boys and girls who make it all worthwhile. Overall, over 750 children and over 200 volunteers participated in the Morden Littl¢ League Football over 28 week5, playing around 450 hours of organi5ed football. Yours Faithfully David Bonner Treasurer Morden Little League
Statement of Financial Position
Morden Little League
For the year ended 31 August 2024
| Account | % of Total Income | % of Total Costs | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Income | ||||
| Cafe Sales | 31,552.94 | 67.96% | 65.20% | |
| Donations Received | 3,110.37 | 6.70% | 6.43% | |
| Handbook Adverts | 1,570.00 | 3.38% | 3.24% | |
| Interest Income | 1,207.99 | 2.60% | 2.50% | |
| Team Sponsorship | 4,757.00 | 10.25% | 9.83% | |
| Cafe Errors and Unregistered Sales | 52.95 | 0.11% | 0.11% | |
| Fundraising-MYL Membership | 4,958.08 | 10.68% | 10.24% | |
| Fundraising-Grants | 1,900.00 | 4.09% | 3.93% | |
| Wembley England Game | (2,683.50) | -5.78% | -5.54% | |
| Total Regular Income | 46,425.83 | 100.00% | 95.93% | |
| Total Income | 46,425.83 | 100.00% | 95.93% | |
| Direct Costs of Fundraising | ||||
| Cafe Stocking and Related Costs | 14,105.79 | 30.38% | 29.15% | |
| Fundraising Costs and Prize Funds | 738.28 | 1.59% | 1.53% | |
| Handbook Printing and Related Costs | 1,071.00 | 2.31% | 2.21% | |
| Team Photo Printing and Related Costs | 925.34 | 1.99% | 1.91% | |
| Covid Expired Vouchers | 2,891.31 | 6.23% | 5.97% | |
| Total Direct Costs of Fundraising | 19,731.72 | 42.50% | 40.77% | |
| Operating Costs | ||||
| Admin and Registration Costs | 400.00 | 0.86% | 0.83% | |
| Banking and Transaction Fees | 747.61 | 1.61% | 1.54% | |
| Facilities and Grounds Rent | 6,230.53 | 13.42% | 12.87% | |
| Football Momentos | 4,044.03 | 8.71% | 8.36% | |
| Insurance | 1,611.88 | 3.47% | 3.33% | |
| Miscellaneous Expense | 3.20 | 0.01% | 0.01% | |
| Referee Registration Costs | 163.00 | 0.35% | 0.34% | |
| Referee and Coaching Training Courses | 260.00 | 0.56% | 0.54% | |
| Referee Wages and Fees | 3,335.00 | 7.18% | 6.89% | |
| Small Printing and Stationary | 421.38 | 0.91% | 0.87% | |
| Software and Subscriptions | 680.30 | 1.47% | 1.41% | |
| Telephone | 242.54 | 0.52% | 0.50% | |
| Website | 299.19 | 0.64% | 0.62% | |
| Non-Pitch Equipment | 439.04 | 0.95% | 0.91% | |
| Football Kit | 7,737.21 | 16.67% | 15.99% | |
| Pitch Equipment | 187.29 | 0.40% | 0.39% | |
| MYL Non-Pitch Equipment | 22.75 | 0.05% | 0.05% | |
| MYL Football Kit | 650.00 | 1.40% | 1.34% | |
| MYL Referee Wages and Fees | 995.00 | 2.14% | 2.06% | |
| MYL Facilities and Grounds Rent | 92.60 | 0.20% | 0.19% | |
| Accounting and Admin Fees | 45.00 | 0.10% | 0.09% | |
| MYL Banking and Transaction Fees | 56.00 | 0.12% | 0.12% | |
| Total Operating Costs | 28,663.55 | 61.74% | 59.23% | |
| Total Costs | 48,395.27 | 104.24% | 100.00% | |
| Balance | (1,969.44) | -4.24% | -4.07% | |
| Account | % of Total Income | % of Total Costs |
Morden Little Lea ue Football Independent examiners report to the Trustees of Morden Little League football Reports on the accounts of the trust for the year ended 31st August 2024 Respective Responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner As the Charity Trustees you are responsible for preparation of the accounts, and you are consider that the audit requirement of section 43 {2} of the charities act 1993 {the act} does not apply. It is my responsibility to state the basis of procedures specified in the general direction given by Charity commissioners under section 43{7} {b} to the act, particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of Independent Examiners Report My examination was carried out in accordance with general directions given by the charity commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view by the accounts. Independent Examiners Statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention. Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements to keep account records in accordance with section 41 of the act and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the act have not been met: or To which in my opinion, attention should de drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Name & Address F O(OJ June 2025