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Dumfries & Gallowa Lesbian Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio Trustees, Annual Re ort for the st ear ended 31 March 2026 The Trustees have pleasur6 in presenting their report togèther with the financial statements for the year ended 31st March 2026. Reference and Administrative Infonnation Charity name Dumfries & Galloway Lesbian. Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Plus (SCIO) Charity number SC045377 Address Hestan Southwest, The Crichton, Bankend Road. Dumfries, DG14TA. Trustees The trustees who served during the year. and following the year end, were as follows... Robert Phillips Josep Soler-monells Tracy Barron Jo McKellar Sandra Dickson Nicola Shennan Malcolm Struthers Angel Robinson Appoinled 24th June 2025 Appointed 25th August 2025 Appointed 28th August 2025 Resigned 30th May 2025 Resigned 15th August 2025 Resigned 8th November 2025 Structure, Governance and Management We run a continuous programme of adverts for the recruitment of Charity Trustees. These are delivered by direct marketing, our partners such as the Third Sector D & G, social platforms, our newsletters and website. As an organisation it is very important that we reach as far and wide into the community to deliver our Seices, events and activities., for this we require voices from the community who will support, drive and promote the organisation. Members who have skill in various fields come together as Charity Trustees to fulfil the roles. Those who are to be considered for the role, meet with the existing Board of Trustees and following a suGcessful interview they will undergo Trustee training from the Third Sertion D and G, PVG Application, and then taking their pla as an active member of the Board of Charity Trustees. Thg Charity is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation wilh the purposes and administration arrangements set out in the OSCR approved Constitution. Objectlves and Activities As recorded in the Constilution, the purposes of the Charity are for the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation and the promotion of equality and diversity.
Dumfries & Gallowa Lesbian Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio Charitable Purposes Within Dumfries & Galloway and surrounding regions and other rural areas, we will promote equality and diversity, and advance human rights by.. Supporting LGBT Plus. adults and older people, their families. friends, supporters, and allies to live happier, safer, more active and healthier lives and engage more confidently with their communities. Working with organisations and communities so they can better support, include and value LGBT Plus adults, older peopla and families. 'LGBT plus in this instance refers to individuals who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, que8r, intersex, asexual. or oth8rwis& affected by issues of gender identity and /or sexual orientation. Slrategic Outcomes Ours strategic (and intermediate) outcomes outline the ways in which we hope that our work will impact positively on LGBT Plus adults, older people and families over the next 11 years. With this in mind, and through our ambitious programme of work, we aim that LGBT Plus adults. older people and families will, under the following oulcomes.. 1. Personal Wellbeing= be happier, safer. heallhier, more confident, and better able to ena their rights. 2. Social Wellbeing.. engage more confidently with their communities, and will better integrated into the social, leisure, and cultural life of Dumfries and Galloway. 3. VolunteerTrng, Aclivism and Capacity Building- participate more as active citizens and will have their voice heard in policy and service development at local and national level. 4. Inclusive Communities: be visible across Dumfrios and Galloway, and will feel supported, included, and valued by organisation and the communities to which they belong. 5. Effective Organizations.. be served by an effective, value driven organisation, which demonstrates best practice in all aspects of leadership, management, and business support. EMPOWER- ENHANCE-ENABLE-ENGAGE. The main activitie3 we undertake to help us achieve out outcomes include: 12 1 support sessions (fa to fa, online and via telephone) Advocacy and advice 12 1 Counsellor SeNices Training (Level 1 °Awaran6ss', Level 2 'Applied and Bespoke") Group Work (with transgender people, older people, intergenerational, carers 'paid and unpaid, and those with more complex needs) Phone Befriending servi & check in se1 (for hybrid support) Issue bases seminarslworkshops Social activities Events, such as Pride, Agr(cultural shows Volunteering opportunities (Outreach Team) Aclivism and representation at local and national levels Networking and partnership working across the region, Cumbria and the Borders InleragencylPartnership work on Equality and Diversity.
Dumfries & Gallowa Lesbian Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio Our Funders and Supporters Dumfries & Galloway LGBT Plus would like to thank the following funders fortheir support in th8 past year. Without their continuing support, guidance, and funding we would not be able to help our communities in the way we do today. Helping us deliver support, events, volunteer opportunities and training across the region. National Lottery Community Fund & Funds for All, The Robertson Trust, Dumfries and Galloway Council, Foundation Scotland, Bank of Scotland Foundation, NHS Endowment Fund, Impact Funders. Donations Donations have been allocated into either our long-term welfare fund. and this allows us to support those in need, or in crises with additional support, such as supetmarket vouchers, f(x)d, meals, phone vouchers and "Warm Spaces. and out PrÈde Fund, depending on Ihe choice of the donor. Donatiorls have come in many forms, such as personal donations, and those left to the organisation by individuals and families as a bequest. Along with the sale of our'Rainbow Lottery,, of which 50 /0 of ticket sales are given to our Organisation. Along with donations received by our outreach team activities across the region over the year. Our Office Space in Dumfrles "The Centre" The Centre, having all the internal advantages, also has the natural beauty of trees, plants and open spaces, it's a natural place to work. Having the gardens close by, we are able to deliver our"Walk and Talks. sessions. health walks, along with picnics. We also have aCsS to the many events laid on over the year in the grounds, from Opera to Picnics, from music events to world class cycling events. The space oulside is as important as tho inside and forms itself into a very large Offi space amongst the trees and nature. helping improve lives. Our Breathing Spaco and Centr8. Our Office Space In Stranraer"The Hub" Our Stranraer Office and West Hub, located next to the Harbour at Burns House. Running twice weekly, on Tuesdays 10 till 1pm, is a safe space in Bums House for social get- togethers, groups, Workshops, health walks and 1-2-1 support delivery sessions. Achievements and Performance Digital Outreach We have 260 Followers on Instagram. We have 2155 Followers on Facebook. The Newsletter audience has a circulation of 331 and 238 are subscribers. Texting Se1 has 159 subscribers. Other Media We have released 2 press releases in relation to LGBT eventslservices covering issues such as suicide, IDAHOBIT, Hate Crime, Pride, Equality and Worlds Aids Day. Staff have taken part in 2 radio interviews to LGBT+ issues. Along with a film shoot for suicide awareness within the farming community. The Org3nisalion took over the D&G website of Greatest Hits Radio with 3 separate weeks showin9 the organisation and the services on offer.
Dumfries & Gallowa Lesbian Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio Capacity Building and Virtual Outreach Attended the Stranraer, Oban, Cumbria and Whitehaven Pride events, promoted Intemational Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT) events, the World Aids Day with a film event at the RBCFT in Dumfries, and the Transgender Day of Remembrance. Along with all other national and international LGBT awareness days delivered online via social media and groups in Stranraer, Newton Stewart and Dumfries. In addition, we attended national level meetings and events across Scotland. PartneTships Working We have built links with many organisation's throughout the region.. D&G Carers Centre D&G Advocacy Service, NHS D&G, Change In Mind. Financial Inclusion and Assessment Team {FIATI, CHSS (Chest, Heart stroke Scotland) D&G Health Improvement, Capability Scotland, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, NHS Drug and Alcohol service partnership, BBV, D&G Sexual Health, CTC, to narne but a few. Staff and our volunteer community champions attend strategiG meetings. We currently have volunteer champions representing the organisation on the D&G Equality & Diversity board, D&G Equality Partnership, The ITV Border Equality & Diversity board, Scottish Government LGBT Cross Paty Working Group. The Equality Partnership and the Diverslty Worklng Group D&G LGBT Plus are part of the D&G Equality Commission, made up of DG Voice, Third Sector D&G and DGMA. We have attended 82 Core meetings & Impact Assessments, both in the Commission Partnership and with the Diversity Working Group. Delivered 7 training sessions around equality awareness. Training and Awareness Dumfri8s and Galloway LGBT Plus Training and Awareness offers two levels of training.. 1. Level 1.. LGBT Awareness Training This training focuses on creating awareness and understanding of LGBT issues. It covers fundamental concepts, terminology, historical context, and Ghallenges fa¢8d by the LGBT community. The goal is to fosler ampathy, reduce stereotypes and promote inclusivity. 2. Level 2.. LGBT Applied Training Building upon the foundation provided in Level 1, Level 2 training delves deepar into practical applications of knowledge and skills related to supporting and advocating for the LGBT community. It covers topics such as allyship, creating inclusive environments, addressing discrimination and promoling equality in various settings. The overall aim of Dumfries and Galloway LGBT Plus Training and Awareness is to enhance inclusivity, foster equality and promote a more a¢pting and supportive community for LGBT individuals in the ragion. Over the funding period we delivered 14 training sessions to several organisations across D&G. Level 1 duration 1.5 hours Level 2 duration 6 hours
Dumfries & Gallowa Lesbian Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio Support and GTOUP Work We have delivered: 1935 hours of support and counselling 308 hours of Group work across the region 312 hours of Intem Counsellor work in Dumfries Support is delivered with 1-2-1 sessions and a blended approach, face-to-face sessions are carried out at our Dumfries and Stranraer Offices, along with parlner referral spaces. The sessions included support, advocaGy, advice. guidance, along with signposting to other partners and agencies Stranraer Drop-ln IThe Potting Shed) Library and Film Group Running weekly from 10 till 12pm, forming a social space for a 'cuppa and chat,, if weather permitting a walk around the shoreline, along with a LGBT+ film showing on the last Thursday of each month. Regional Satellite Offices Ran in Castle Douglas, Whithorn and Wigtown, Annan, Newton Stewart and Whithorn. Outreach The Oulreach t8am is made up of trained volunteers and staff, this reporting period the team visited.. 2 Agricultural shows (Wigtown and Dumfries) 4 College events Istranraer and Dumfries} 6 Health and Wellbeing events (Stranraer and Dumfries) 2 Cancer Awareness event (Stranraer & Dumfries) 3 Pride Events 15 Partnership events (Networking) 1 Trans Mini Conference Othèr Evènts Our Staff and Volunteers attended tho Scottish Government LGBT Cross Party group meetings, the EquaSity Network meetings. LGBT History Month, Transgender Day of Remembrance, and Visibility, World Aid Day, D & G Coll8gas LGBT+ Tea Parties, and Prides. Stranraer Pride Stranraer Pride 2025 has been a celebration filled with colour, courage, and community spirit, and it simply wouldn't have been possible without the incredible people who brought it to life. To every volunteer who gave their time, energy, and heart.. thank you. Your dedication is what turns a small coastal town into a place of visibility, joy, and welcome for all. And lo everyone who joined us on the day. whether you watched, danced. supported from the sidelines, or simply showed up as your brilliant self, thank you for making Pride in Stranraer a Spa where everyone can belong. Your presence sends a powerful message that equality, kindness, and solidarity matter here. Togèther, we've created something beautiful in Stranraer. Here's to community, to pride, and to the people who make both possible.
Dumfries & Gallowa Lesbsan Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio Volunteers Our volunteer activities have continued to grow across the region, with our volunteers delivering an impressive 1,248 hours of support. Alongside this, they have represented the organisalion at numerous partnership meetings, both in person and online. Much of this work has been driven by our Outreach Team, supported by our Drop-lns, Meet Ups, and Walking Groups, all of which help us stay connected with communities across Dumfries & Galloway. We also want to express our sincere thanks to the volunt8ers who serve on our Board of Charity Trustees. Their dedication, expertise, and willingness lo give their time freely ensures strong govemance and help us deliver meaningful impact for the community. Financial review There was a total deficit of £13,507. Total reserves held at the year end amounted to £114,913 with £101,152 relating to restriGted funds and £13,761 relating to unrestricted funds. Reserves policy Dumfries and Galloway LGBT Plus will seek to build rasetves, the aim of which will be to- Allow us to meet ourfinancial obligations for a minimum of 3 months Save for capitsl expenditure Invast in key projects or activities as agreed by the Board These reseNes are accumulated from our unrestricted monies. The accounts for the year are attached and form part of this report. This report was approved by the Trustees on 28th July 2026 and signed on their behalf by.. Tracy Barron - Trustee
Dumfries & Gallowa Lesbian Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio Inde endent Examiner's Re ort to the Trustees I report on the unaudited accounts of the charity for the year 3151 March 2026 set out on pages 8t010. Respective Responsibilities of the Trustees and the Examinèr The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the terms of The Charities and Trustee Investmont (Scolland) Act 2005 and The Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as amended). The charity trustees consider that the audit requirement of Regulation 10(1)(d) of the Accounts Regulations does not apply. It is my responsibility to examine the accounts as required under Section 44{1)(c) of the Act and to stale whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basls of Indepondent Examlner's Report My examination is carried out in accordance with Regulation 11 of the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeks explanations frotn the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertakgn do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the accounts. Independent Examiner's Statement In the course of my examination, no matter has com@ to my attention: {1) Which gives me reasonable caus8 to believe that in any material raspect the requirements.. (a) to keep accounting records in accordance with S6Ction 44{1)(a) of the 2005 Act and Regulation 4 of the 2006 Accounts Regulations., and (b) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with Regulation 9 of the 2006 Accounts Regulations. have not been met. or (2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding ofthe aGGounls to be reached. Stephen D Harman BA CA Carson & Trotter Chartered Accountants 123 Irish Street Dumfries DG12PE 28th July 2026
Dumfries & Gallowa Losbian Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio Recei tsandPa ments Account for the ear ended 31st March 2026 2026 Total 2025 Total Unrestricted Restricted Recei Donations Grants (Note 2) Fundraisir)g Events Reipts from charitable activities 528 500 931 367 528 154,092 931 367 1,700 139,628 268 685 153,592 790 Total Receipts 2,326 153 592 155918 143 071 Pa ments Staffing Staff travel 5,411 92,615 5,868 98,026 5,868 78,279 3,997 Training and development Volunteer expenses and PVG costs Setvices Activities Premises Purchase of fixed assets Printing, stationery and office costs Bank charges Govemance costs: Independent examinerfs fees 2,547 798 3,345 725 831 9,211 6,516 34,209 831 9,320 7,062 37,362 5,681 9,366 6,143 34,141 109 546 3,153 156 6,571 128 6,727 134 8,074 170 750 750 690 Total payments 157497 169,425 147 266 Nel (payments)Ireceipts Transfers (Note 3) Reserves brought forward (Note 3) Reserves (Note 3) 9,602 619 3,905 (619) 4,195 105,676 128,420 132,615 carrled forward 13,761 101,152 114,913 128,420
Dumfries & Gallowa Lesbian Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio st Statement of Balances as at 31 March 2026 2026 2025 Bank and Cash in hand Opening balances IDeficit}ISurplus for year Closing balances 128,420 13,507 114.913 132.615 4,195 128.420 Assets . Restricted Fund inal Cost 2026 239 108 330 120 757 1,500 400 500 998 1,980 162 200 7,294 2025 239 108 330 120 757 1,500 400 500 998 1.980 162 200 7,294 Laptop Vacuum clean@r offi furniture for new office Shelving Office furniture Laptops {31 Training DVD Television for Training Laptops12} Tablets15) Hard Drives (2) Lenovo Tablets {5) Liabilitiès - General Fund 2026 2025 Independent Examinerfs feo 792 750 The charity has no other investments, assèts or material liabilities. Approved by the Trustees on 28th July 2026 and signed on their behalf by Tracy Barron Trustee Robert Phillips Trustee
Dumfries & Gallowa Lesbian Ga Bisexual Trans ender Plus scio st Notes to Ihe Financtal Statements for Year Ended 31 March 2026 Accounting Policies Basis of Accounting These accounts have been prepared on the Receipts and Payments basis in accordan with the Charilies and Trustees Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Charities Accounts {Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as amended). Grants Unrestricted Restricted Totsl Total 2026 2026 2026 2025 NHS Endowment Fund ImpaGI Futsders Coastal Funding Bank of Scotland Galloway & South Biosphere D & G Equality Commission National Lottery Community Fund Robertson Trust Foundation Scotland- Windfarm 25 Mental Health Fund National Lottery - Reaching out D&GC Dumfries Pride National Lottery - Stranraer Pride Wigtown Area Kilgallich Wind Farm - Foundation Scotland 4,460 5,989 4,275 4,460 5,989 4,275 18,352 340 22,364 64,627 14,000 4,650 8,654 5,411 1,200 22,363 100,000 22,363 100,000 500 5CKJ 10,560 1,000 10,560 1.000 4,944 153,592 4,944 154,092 500 139,628 RestriGted Funds Balance Balance at at 3110312025 Income Expenditu Transfers 3110312026 Bank of Scotland 14,133 National Lottery Community Fund 13,141 Robgrtson Trust 3,163 Stranraer OfficelHub 15.180 PRIDE Stranraer 3,100 D&G Equality Commission 38,928 Potting ShedlReaching Out 17,476 PRIDE Dumfries 555 Coastal Funding D&G Impact Funders Wigtown Area Funding NHS Endowment Funding National Lottery Stranraer Prid8 Kilgallich Wind Farm (14,133) 100.000 (62,964) (3,163) (6,511) 50.177 8,669 (3,100) 22,364 (44,649) (6.883) 1555) (6,756) (5,952) (927) (4,377) (426) (201) 16.643 10,593 4,275 5,989 1,000 4,460 10,560 4,944 2.481 37 73 83 10.134 4,743 io.