North West Cultural Partnership Company Llmited by Guarantee Trustees. Annual Report (Incorporating the Director's Report) Year ended 31 March 2024 The trustees, who are also the directors for the purposes of company law, present their report and the unaudited financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024. Reference and adminlstrative detalls Reglstered Charlty name North West Cultural Partnership Charity registration number 106022-0 Company reglstratlon number N1640622 Prlnclpal offlce and reglstered 20-22 Hawkin Street offlce Londonderry BT48 6RE The trustees Mr K McFarland H Deeney K Donaghey L Hetherlnglon J Magowan Independant examlner Keith McElhinney 42A Clooney Terrace Walerslde Londonderry BT47 8AP Structurei governance and management The charlty Is a company limited by guarantee, which was incorporated on 5th September 2016. The company 18 governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Associatlon, whlch were signed on 12th August 2016 on behalf of the first members ofthe charily. The charity is managed by the trustees, who are also Ihe dlrectors for the purposes of company law. They meet throughout the year in order to manage the activities of the charity. They are elected by members at the Annual General Meeting.
North West Cultural Partnership Company Limlted by Guarantee Trustees. Annual Report (Incorporating the Dlrector's Report) (conllnued) Year ended 31 March 2024 ObjectlV8s and actlvltles The Charity's objects ("Objects") are to:_ (1) Promote for the public benefit community participalion in arts and cultural activities in the Fountaln estate and surrounding areas (the "area of benefit") by: (i) providing and managing facilities for the education and training of people of all ages in music, drama, performing and creative arts,. (11) slimulating artlstic creativity through the provision of facilities and support for artistic expression., and (iii) providing access to a range of art forms and performance opportunities. (2) Advance public education by encouraglng and fost8ring enhanced understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of arts and culture through the production, development and promotion of concerts, performances, festivals and cultural events. 3) Promote citizenship and social inclusion through involvement in communlty 8rts in communllies that face deprlvation or other disadvantage and in particular.. (i) provide support and organise activities which develop the skllls, capacities and capabilities of young people to enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals., {ii) engage with a range of age groups within the area of benefit in a manner whlch $88ks to bring change within communitles and also within the lives of of individu81s,' (iii) encourage soclally excluded individuals and communllies to explor8 social issues through drama and other art forms. (4) Advance community development by providing facilrties and practical support to comrnunlty and voluntary groups and organisalions that are or intend to be involved in communlty arts actlvities so as to increase their efficiency and effe¢liveness and to encourage such groups and organisations to co-operate to achleve their aims. In ord8r to achieve the 8bove objectives the charily's 8ctivltles include Improvino facilities - The charity continues to work towards provldlng stale of the art facilitles, for the benefit of the local community. The development of New Gate Arts & Culture Centre is therefore priority for the charity. Education and tralning - The charity delivers music, dance, drama and other creative arts luition on a weekly basis. Additlonal Iraining is provided if and when a need is identified. Aiding the development of skills, capacities and capabilities. Festivals and events the charity delivers the New Gate Fringe Festlval, as well as a number of smaller events each year, encouragSng communlty participatlon in the arts, in an area that suffers from deprivation. Older peoples programrne - the charity delivers a programme of events for older people who are most at risk of 80cial isolation. Communty relations - the charty is involved in an array of actlvlties aimed at bullding under8tandlng and reconeiliatlon within and between communitles that suffer a8 a result of divi8ion and mlstrust. The charity have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission In declding what activities the charity Should undertake.
North West Cultural Partnership Company Limited by Guarantee Trustees. Annual Report (Incorporating the Director's Report) fcontlnuedj Year ended 31 March 2024 Achlevements and performance This a been a very important year in the development of the North West Cultural Partnership. We have outlined our vision for the future,. developing a new 5 year Strategy Plan laying the road map for our future development. Our vision is to build a future of Confident, creative, and connected people. We will achieve our vision by engaging and developing individuals and communities through innovative arts, creative programmes, and civic leadership. Our priorities are to help people create, help people grow, and help amplify voices. To do this we will ensure the partnership is stronger and more sustainable. New Gate Arts & Culture Centre reopened after significant renovation and extension. It is new vibrant arts venue and facility in the heart of Londonderry. It has enabled us to provide a range of cultural programmes & events throughout the year including theatre, music & dance 8$ well as engaging creative learning opportunities. New Gate Arts & Culture Cenlre has been designed wilh flexibility In mind, making it one of the most versatile arts venues in the northwest. Our classes, workshops, talks, tours, performances and events continued throughout the year and we were delighted to move these into the stunning New Gate Arts & Culture Centre in the later half of the year. The Peace Impact and Community In Partnership Programmes have continued to help bring about change in communities., further developing links with other communities and extending the reach of the North West Cultural Partnership. The 3-week Path to Peace Programme that we d8veloped in partnership with Hofstra University was a great success with students and members of the publlc engaging in debates, talks, trips and informal conversations. In addition our Older Peoples programme has provided older people with opportunities to attend sccial events and learn new skills. reducing Isolation and improving their physical and mental wellbeing. Standout events include a performance at 10 Downing Street for the Prime Minister and our Halloween performance. The Halloween performance was the first event in our new building and attracted an audience of 20,000 people over 3 nights. Finally, we were thrilled when our colleague Derek Moore was recognised in the Honour Ll8t, being awarded an MBE for services to the community. Flnanclal revlew The resu118 for the year are set out on the following pages The charity had a surplus for the year of £456 (2023- Deficit £3,284)and at 31 March 2024 the charity had net assets of £186,608 (2023: £188,153) Plans for future periods It is th8 policy of the charity that unrestricted funds whlch have not been designated for a specific use should be mainlained at a level equivalent to 6 monlh's expendlture. The charity considers that reserves at this level will ensure that, In the event of a significant drop in funding, they will be able lo continue the charity's activities while consideration is given to ways in which additional funds may be raised. Small company provlslons This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to cornpanies entitled to the small companies exemption.
North West Cultural Partnership Company Limited by Guarantee Trustees, Annual Report {Incorporatlng the Directorfs Report) (contlnuedj Year ended 31 March 2024 The trustees, annual report was approved on 18 March 2025 and slgned on behalf of the board of trustees by.. E)Qz H Deeney Trustee