'Shackleton & Aviation Museum - 31st December 2018
TRUSTEES REPORT
The Charity’s objects (‘the Objects’) are to: -
(a) Advance the education of the public in aviation history, heritage and culture in Ireland by:
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(i) The establishment and maintenance of an aviation museum for the collection, preservation, conservation, restoration, explanation, interpretation and display of artefact, memorabilia, maps, historical records, books, photographs and other documents;
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(ii) (ii) The organisation of meetings, lectures, classes, exhibitions and other forms of education and enlightenment
(b) Promote the value of cultural activity and motivate people at local level to protect and conserve their cultural heritage
(c) Promote such other charitable purposes as may from time to time be determined.
During the year to 31[st] December 2018, the Trustees have endeavoured to run and promote its charitable objectives and public benefit to the communities of Derry/Londonderry and other areas of Northern Ireland.
With the support of our Trustees and with the kind support provided by Community Accountancy Services Northern Ireland (CASNI), who have advised and helped us overcome any issues that have arisen during the year and Independently Examine and prepare our Accounts on a “Free of Charge” basis, this has allowed us to invest the donations we have received in supporting the work we undertake.
During 2018-2019 – we seek to secure grant funding to assist with our ongoing running costs and continued sustainability over the coming 12 months.
On behalf of the Trustees
Norman and Sylvia Thorpe
01.06.2019