MILLTOWN AREA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (MACA) Trustee's Report up to 31" March 2026
Charlty Name: Milltown Area Community Association Charity Reg Number: 102503 Registered office: Glo 9 Brook St, Dungannon, County Tyrone, BT717AN Trustees: The following served as Chatity Trustees, David Corbett Kim Farmer Sharon Calms Eileen Hazelton Joy Gates Olive Kirk Bankers: Ulster Bank 39 Market Sq Dungannon BT70 1JJ
Milltown Area Community Association Trustee's Report up to 31st March 2026 NIC: 102503 Charltable Purpose The Association is established to relieve povety, sickness and the aged and to promote the benefit of the inhabitants of the Milltown Area and district area of Dungannon and its environs (hereinafter described as Ihe area of benefif,) without distinction of age, gender, race, political. religious or other opinion. by associating the statutory authorities, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advanc8 education, and to provid6 facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation or other leisure-time occupation, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants. Objectlves Milltown Area Community Association was set up to improve quality of life of SIdentS in the Milltown aa. The organisation does the following: Provides a wide range of social activities for the residents. young and old such as Summer Schemes, Christmas parties, Senior citizens dinners, shopping trips, history trips and so on as well as lobby for improved services and facilities in the area. Achlavaments and Performance Since our last AGM in 2024, activity within MACA has been rElatively quiet. Despite this, a significant amount of work has continued behind the scenes, with committee members dedicating considerable time and effort to ensure the group remained operational. I would Ilke to extend my sincere thanks to each member of the committee for their commitment and contribution during this period. This report highlights some of our key achievements. I would also like to express my gratitude to everyone who has supported MACA since our last AGM, and I look foDNard to your continued support in the years ahead The Chalrperson- Sharon Cairns Ovorvlew Th8 committee has mat regularly and has furthared its charitable aims through the following activities. Family Trlp to Portrush This trip proved very popular for families and residents from the area with a bus travelling to Portrush. A fantsstic day out was had by everyone. Sènior Chrlstmas Dinner Our senior citizens enjoyed a Christmas meal followed by entertainment, providing a wonderful opportunity to come together and share an enjoyable and memorable occasion.
Chlldren's Chrisknas party Our annual Christrnas party was held in the Legion Hall and was very well attended. Entertainment was provided. and Santa Claus made an appearan, much to the delight of the children. Gardening Workshop We provided residents with two gardening workshops in Gardiners Hall, where they leamed how to plant containers, choose suitsble plants for the season and local climate, and carry out basic plant (%re. The workshops also covered simple ganlen design ideas for small spaces, as well as plant Maintenan and general upkeep. The sessions were enjoyed by everyone who attended. Wreath Workshop We provided residents with a wreath workshop in Gardiners Hall, where they learned a mix of creative and practical skills. These induded how to construct a wreath base, select suitable seasonal foliage and decorative materials, and use techniques for arranging and securing greenery and decorations. The workshop also covered basic design principles, how to personalise a wreath with ribbons and ornaments, and tips for preserving and displaying the finished piece. The session was enjoyed by everyone who attended. The Trustees have had due regard to the Commission's Public Benefit requiremenL and no harm was caused in the provision of above activities. Flnanclal R8vlèw In the year 23124, MACA received income of£6060 which comprised offunding from Award For All and Mid Ulster Distiict Council. Payments for the year totalled £2713.45 leaving a closing balance of £4096. In the year 24125, MACA received income of £306 of funding from Mid Ulster District Council. Payments for the year totalled £1163.06 leaving a closing balance of £3238.94. In the year 25126, MACA received nil income. Payments for the year totslled £306 leaving a closing balance of £2932.94. All funds were used to further the charitable aims of MACA. Approved by the Trustees on JY 4 2tsLL And signed on their behalf by