Wee Community Trustee Committee’s Report
for the year ended 31 March 2024
The Trustees' committee presents their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024.
Objectives
We aim to enhance collaboration and shared outcomes among communities in the North West of Ireland to add value to the activities undertaken by groups in the local areas. In particular, these are as follows: (1) To advance the community within the area of benefit and in particular the promotion of the community and voluntary sector for the benefit of the public. (2) To promote volunteering and community involvement for the benefit of the public. (3) To promote good governance amongst local groups and organisations. (4) To promote and support the charitable activities of local groups and organisations. (5) To foster support for research in community development, urban regeneration, health and education and to use the research for the public benefit. (6) To promote good community relations, religious and racial harmony, social cohesion, equality and diversity for the public benefit. (7) To promote such other exclusively charitable purposes following the law of charity in Northern Ireland as may from time to time be determined.
Public Benefits and What We Do
We are dedicated to fostering collaboration and shared success among the people of the North West of Ireland. Through organising and delivering workshops to volunteers and community groups, we empower individuals and organisations to work together toward common goals. Our initiatives advocate for meaningful partnerships among diverse communities, offering tailored advice to our members and helping them identify shared objectives, connect with like-minded collaborators, and seize new opportunities. By promoting cooperation and producing tangible, shared outcomes, we strengthen the social fabric of the region. The primary beneficiaries of our efforts are individuals and groups across the North West of Ireland who seek to contribute to and thrive in collaborative community endeavours.
Results
The surplus for the year amounted to £11,295 (2023 - £14,925 deficit). The committee members are satisfied with the progress and will continue into the next financial year.
Trustees Committee Membership
The following people served on the Trustee Committee during this year:
Matthew Rice (Chairperson) Ronald Mann (Treasurer) Carson King
This report was approved by the Trustee Committee and signed on its behalf by:
……………………………... Matthew Rice (Chairperson)
…………………………… Ronald Mann (Treasurer)
Date: 03/01/2025