Strathmore Centre for Youth Development Annual Report & Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 Charity no: SC035634 Strathmore Centre for Youth Development- SC035634 Report of the trustees for the year ended 31 March 2025 The Trustees have pleasure in presenting their report for the year ended 31 March 2025. This reportr. is prepared in accordance with the Trust Deed and Companies Act requirements. The financial statements comply w;'tb. the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005, the C]Trrities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as &mended), the Memorandu and Articles of Association, and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Rec- ommended Practice applicable to charities prepaTing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102). Structure, Governance and Management Constitution TILe chatity is a Scottish Incorporated Organisation (a SCIO - Scottish ch￿lty Number SC035634) which was registered in its current lcgal fonn September 2012. It was estab- lished as a Young Pcrson l¢d One-stop-shop unincorporated voluntary association in March 2004 and began operating in May 2005. SCYD is a young person led membership organisation (aged betwcen I l and 25 yeaTS of age). Board members serve for one year and caTk appoillt or co-op new Board mmbers to fill any vacancies. Mcmbcrs are eligible for re-election. The Board, w]]ich holds overall rGsponsibility for the organisation, is constructively support- cd by a Youth Work Manager and a support team to effectively plan, dcvclop and deliver the Universal Youth Work Strategy. The FaciLiti¢s Administrator reports to the Manager and has an integral involvfflncnt in the development of Wellrneadow House as a Community Hub. The Finance Officer reports to the Board tbrough the Chair but will have an infiuential effect on the finances underpinning thc delivery of the Youth Work Service. This also includes sup- porting SCYD'S role as Lead organisation for the partnership organisation thc East Perthshite Youth Alliance (EPYA). Recrnitment and A ointment of Trustees The office bearers oi the charity are the Trustees. The membets meet each y¢ar at the AGM to elect the Board that manages the day to day affairs of the organisation. Trustee Induction and Trainin The Co]nmittee members are paired up with an experienced serving member of the com]nit- tee who will act as their mentor. This provides the new members with direct access to some- one who can inforni, advise and support them in their period of office. Risk Mana ement Internal control risks are minimised by the irnplementation of procedures for audi.orisation of all tfdllsactions and projects. Page I Strathmore Centre for Youth Development - SC035634 Year ended 31 March 2025 Objectives and Activities The Orgaws&tion's PUTposes arc: To advance citizenship or comrnunitv development by: Off￿llg support and lead¢rship to reinforce roles within 'the community by working in parthership with statutory and other volLmtary agencies within the are& to act as a focal point for young people's issues as well as providing a platfonn to give young people a '%Toice" in the community. by facilitating mutual learning and support with all sectors of the community - partic- ularly bettveen old and young alld .tb.erefoTe enabliJ]g better understanding of the needs of each other leading to enhanced cornmunity harniony. To advance health by maintaining a safe environment for addressing people's issues, including physical and mental health, also offcring . plarforni for young pcoplc to build self -esteem and promote hcalthy lifestyles. To protllote equslity and diversity by ¢nsuring that services are fillly inclusive in ternis of age, gender, geo￿aphY alld circumstance. Achievexnents and Performance This past year marks the first full year of SCYD'S ownership of WelLrneadow Hous¢, follow- ing its purchase under th¢ Community Empowern]ent (Scotland) Act 2015. Nvhile this mile- tone has becn a source of great pride and opportunity, it has also presented challenges as wc balance the responsibilities of ownership with our con]rnitment to delivering high-quality youth services. DcspitG these challeD_ges, Wellmeadow House has quickly become a corner- stone of our work and & visible symbol of our cornmitment to young people and families in Blairgowrie and Rattray. Over the past year, SCYD has continu¢d to grow and consolidate its progranmies, maximis- ing the skills of our dedicated Youth Work Team. Our partnwrship with Blairgowie High School and its feeder primaries has strengthcned fi￿ber, particularly in supporting pupils during their transition from P7 to Sl through our Junction Prograrnme. Making Better Ghoic- es project, where we took the Primary 7 classes from the 3 primary schools around the fire station, police ststion and Well]neadow house, Alongside Scottish f￿e and rescue, Police Scotland and PKC Safer coDMnunity wardens. The aim Oi thi8 project Is to engage young people in open discussions and activities at each v¢nue around safety, abandoned buildings, antisocial behaviour and an introduction to SCYD. Great feedback was received by all that took part. Page 2 Strathmore Centre for Youth Development - SC035634 Year ended 31 March 2025 Objectives and Activities (continued) In addition, we have continued to support young people through our Shine group, whicb. pro- vides a safe and inclusive space for LGB T young people to meeL share experiences, and ac- cess support. The group has gone from strength to strengtty fostering understandin& belong- ing. and confidence among its members, while also promoting wider conimunity awareness of incl'asion and equality. The Great Outdoors (GO) Project remains a cornerstone of this work, consistently proving popular and impactful. Delivered IXL collaboration with partners such &8 PKC countyside trust, Blairgowrie High School. Biodiversity Blairgowrie and Biairgowrie and Rattray Devel- opment TTUSt. The project helps young people reconnect witb. uature, build resilience, and develop new skills. To further support wellbeillg, all staff have undertaken Mentsl Health First Aid training, cnsuring they are equipped to assist both young peoplc and ￿lleagUeS when required. Complementing these initiatives, the Youth Den and othcr activity areas witbin Wellmeadow House provide a safe, welcomin& alld engaging environment for a wide range of activities. Our Strcet Work continues to be vital, often delivered in partt]ership with the Police, Fire Service, and Street WaTdens. This outrcach has proven exceptionally positive, engagmg young people n]ight ottL¢rwise feel excluded. It also provides opportunities to co-crcat¢ local solutions with service providers. Initiatives such as "Strcctsports" coatinue to be well supported and highly valued by the colljmunity. The cost of living crisis remains one of thc most pressing challenges for our members and their families. In responsc, f(K)d is provided at every Sessio￿ ensuring young peoplc have re- liable access to nourishment. Group cooking sessions have also been integrated into evening prO￿￿MeS, offering inclusive, enjoyable, and practical opportunities to develop life skills while sharing thc bcll¢Dts of con)munal meals. These initiatives foster both wellbeing and a sense of belonging among participants. The year has also b¢¢n marked by creativity and growth across SCYD, s wider prO￿￿￿eS. Our Holiday and Residential progratnmes continue to play a vital role in developing young people's skills, confidence, and community connections. Oroups such as Shine colltribute signlficantly to the inclusivity and diversity of our pro￿all]MeS, providing innovative spaces for young people to express themselves, build confidence. and engage in meaningful peer support. Collectively, these experiences support personal development ajth broaden youllg people, s horizons weil beyond the irnmediate activities. None of this work would be _possible without the strong n¢twork of pattnersbips that underpin SCYD. We extend our deepest that]ks to Local schools, the Police, Fire Service, Street War- dens, and the many organisations and individuals who work aloD_gside us. Equally, we are profoundly grateful to our fimders, whose generosity ensures that SCYD can continue to de- liver a comprehensive and responsiv¢ service for young people and their families. Stratbmore Centre for Youth Development- SC035634 Year ended 31 March 2025 Objectives and Activities (Continued) As we look forward, we remain guided by our core principle Oi partnersh]￿between mem- bers, staff, and community-underpinned by the outstanding leadership of our Manager. To- gether, we will continue to build on the achievements of this past year, ensuring that SCYD remains a vibrant, resilient, and forward-looking Organis￿l0n at the heart of our community. Financial Review Our main source of filliding is through donations, grants, and charitable activities. Overall income of the year of £ I80,529 included grants and donations of £171,9i5 and receipts from charitable activities of £8,574. Expenditure of £194,601 l¢d to a deficit of expenditure over income of £14,072 in the y&gr. The general or frcG reserves consist of the Unxestricted Fullds less the value of designated fi￿d8 and tangible assets that are not r¢adily available LO be spent. tnvestm¢nt & Reserrfes Polic The Trustees, policy is to retain 3 months, worth of nortnal rLUllLing costs in order to meet commitmellts alld cover any unexpected expenditure. Three months normal expenditur¢ stands at £48,500 and Reserves at £82,340. Plans for Future Periods In 2025126, SCYD will focus on strctLgthening aud sustaining progress across all areas of its ork. Key prioritics include further development of Wellmeadow Hous¢ as a welcoming hub for young people and the wider community, and expanding outreach initiatives. building on the successes of our Str¢et WorL Shine group, and partnership prOgraM￿¢S to reach more youtLg people who may feel disconnected or excludd. Supporting young people's wellbeing remains central to our mission. We will continue to build on staff training and explore new ways of providing safe, supportive environments. Ad- dressing the challenges of the cost of living will Temain a priority, with food provision and cooking sessions continuing as core elements of our prO￿arnMeS. Finally, SCYD will work closely with funders alld partners to secure the resources needed to sustain and grow services. This includes exploring new fL￿dillg OpportL￿1tie8. strengthenillg existing partnerships, and en8￿]ng resilience in the face of extemal challenges. We enter the year ahead with optimism and detern]inatioo conLmitted to prO￿dIng life- changing opportunities for young people and their families in Blairgowrie and Rattray. Page 4 StrathLuore Centre for Youth Developmellt - SC035634 Year ended 31 March 2025 Gving Concern 'thc'lrustees are of +the opinion that the ch£rit)' has sufficient resources to continue as a going concern for the toreseeable future and haiie therefore adopted tthe going concern basis ill preparation of th¢ accounts. Approved by the Trustees on.... Page 5 Strathmore Centre for Youth Development- SC035634 For the year ended 31 MArch 2025 Reference and Administrative Illformation Independent ExamAner Gillespie Inverarity & Co. Ltd 33 Leslie Street Blairgowrie Perthshire PHIO 6A￿[ Bankers Bank of Scodalld Page 6 Strathniore Centre for Youth Development Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Strllthmore Centre for Youth Development- SC'U35634 I IcporE on The ￿CoUnts of the Ch￿￿ty for thc yeat cndcd 31 March 2025 which are set out on pages 8 to 14. Respective respunsibiltties of trnstees Ydnd examiner The charity's trL$t￿9 are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordanLe wilh th¢ tern￿ of the Charities and "Irustee Investment (Scot12nd) 2005 Act and the Charities Accounts (Scodand) Regulations 2006. The charity trusfres CODsid¢r that the audit requirement of Regulation 10(I)(d) of the AccouA)ts RegulatioLLS does not apply. It is my responsibility to cxamine thc accounts as r￿U]red und¢r s￿tion 44(1)(c) of the Act and to state wliether particular m(itters have wme to my attentio Basis of independent exa￿iller'S Statement Nly cxamination is carri¢d out io accordance with Regulatii OD I l of the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006. An examination incliidcs a review of Ibe accounEiMg records kcpt by tlie Chi￿lty and a comparison of th¢ accounts prcsented with those Tecords. It also includvi considerdtioIi of anv unusual items or disclosures in the accounts. and seeks explanations from the trLLStees coneerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provid¢ all th¢ widence that would be required in an audit an(L consequently, I do not expr¢ss an audit QPiDion on the accoullts. Independent examiner's Statement ItL the course of mv exgllninall0￿ Iio ￿tter has, come to mv attcntion which gkves mc rcasonablc rause to believe that in any material respect thc requirements: to keep accounting records iu accAJrdance with Section 44(1)(a) of thc 2005 Act and RLguI