## Blueskate Peterhead Trustees’ Annual Report 2024 ## **1. Introduction** This report provides an overview of the activities, achievements, and challenges of Blueskate Peterhead for the period 1 January 2024 – 31 December 2024. It outlines the charity’s progress in meeting its objectives and future plans to further its mission of supporting the skateboarding community in Peterhead. ## **2. Fundraising Activity** During 2024, Blueskate Peterhead carried out several fundraising initiatives and community activities: - Community fundraising: Raffles (e.g. Wheelie World raffle), stalls (Buchanhaven Harbour Blueskate Stall), and sale of hats, keyrings, and T-shirts. - Online fundraising: Regular donations via JustGiving, PayPal, and SumUp, alongside website donations. - Supporter contributions: Individual donations from community members (e.g. These activities not only raised funds but also maintained engagement with the community, keeping the project visible and supported. ## **3. Finances** Blueskate Peterhead’s financial position in 2024: - Total Income (receipts): £1,095.25 - Total Expenditure (payments): £2,453.03 - Net Movement: –£1,357.78 (deficit) - Opening balance (1 Jan 2024): £8,246.75 - Closing balance (31 Dec 2024): £6,689.90 Income sources: - Donations & fundraising (raffles, stalls, hats, T-shirts, etc.) - Online donations (JustGiving, PayPal, SumUp) - Supporters’ contributions Expenditure: - Equipment & supplies: Merchandise & embroidery (Buchan Embroidery), Gazebo, clothing printing. - Insurance: Zurich Charities. - Admin/Services: Website hosting (Wix), PayPal fees, standing orders (AB Sports Council). - General supplies: Purchases from ASDA, Amazon. Reserves at year end stand at £6,689.90, which will be used to support operations, insurance, fundraising events, and development projects in 2025. ## **4. Structure, Governance, and Management** Blueskate Peterhead is governed by a board of trustees who meet regularly to oversee the strategic direction of the charity. Day-to-day activities are managed by volunteers with trustee oversight. Trustees during 2024 were: **----- Start of picture text -----**
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## **5. Achievements and Performance** In 2024, Blueskate Peterhead achieved: - Sustained fundraising activity despite challenging costs, through raffles, stalls, and online giving. - Community engagement through local events and online promotion, encouraging young people to get involved. - Continued visibility of Blueskate in the community, keeping skateboarding central in local youth and cultural development. - Created our own dedicated website, which allowed us to sell merchandise to a wider audience and provided a central hub where the community can keep up with the charity’s work and events. ## **6. Issues** Key challenges faced during 2024: - Funding gap: Expenditure exceeded income by £1,357.78, mainly due to large one-off costs (embroidery, insurance, PayPal fees). - Rising costs: Insurance, equipment, and supplies placed additional strain on funds. - Volunteer capacity: Recruitment and retention continue to be a challenge. ## **7. Objectives and Activities for 2025** Looking ahead, Blueskate Peterhead plans to: - Expand facilities: Secure funding for improvements and equipment. - Increase fundraising: Develop online appeals, apply for new grants, and host more local events. - Community outreach: Deliver programs targeting young people, beginners, and underrepresented groups. - Volunteer development: Build a stronger volunteer base through recruitment and training. ## **8. Conclusion** The trustees of Blueskate Peterhead wish to thank all volunteers, donors, and supporters who contributed in 2024. Despite challenges, the charity continues to grow as a valued part of the Peterhead community. With continued effort and support, we are confident 2025 will bring renewed progress. Approved by the Trustees on 27/08/2025 Signed |**Appendix: Receipts & Payments**|**Account (1 Jan – 31 Dec 2024)**| |---|---| |Category|Amount (£)| |Receipts|£| |Donations & Fundraising (raffles, stalls,|1,095.25| |merch, etc.)|| |Total Receipts|1,095.25| |Payments|£| |Equipment & Supplies (Embroidery,|1,414.20| |Gazebo, printing)|| |Insurance (Zurich Charities)|96.00| |Admin/Services (Wix, PayPal fees, AB|704.24| |Sports Council)|| |General Supplies (ASDA, Amazon)|38.47| |Total Payments|2,453.03| |Net Movement in Year|–1,357.78| |Opening Balance (1 Jan 2024)|8,246.75| |Closing Balance (31 Dec 2024)|6,689.90| APPENDIX 2 Enter charity name below Blueskate Peterhead SC049808 OSCR Receipts and payments accounts For the period from to Scottish Charity Regulator 01 January 2024 Section A Statement of receipts and payments Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Expendable endowment funds Permanent endowment funds Total funds current period Total funds last period to nearest £ to nearest £ to nearest £ to rbearest e to nearest £ to nearest £ A1 Recelpts Donations 799 799 1,350 Legacies Grants Receipts from fundraising activities Gross trading receipts Income from investments other than land and buildings Rents from land & buildings Gross receipts from other charitable activities 296 296 8,799 A1 Sub total 1,095 1,095 10,149 A2 Recelpts from asset & investment sales Proceeds from sale of fixed assets Proceeds from sale of investments A2 Sub total Total receipts 1,095 1,095 10,149 A3 Payments Expenses for fundraising activities Gross trading payments 2,265 2,265 4,633 188 188 96 Investment management costs Payments relating directly to charitable activities Grants and donations 25 Governan￿ costs" Audit l independent examination Preparation of annual accounts Legal costs other A3 Sub total 2,453 2,453 4,754 A4 Payments relatlng to asset and investment movements Purchases of fixed assets Purchase of investments A4 Sub total Total payments 2,453 2,453 4,754 Net receipts / (payments) (1,358) (1,3581 5,395 A5 Transfers to l (from) funds Surplus / (deficit) for year (1,358) (1,358) 5,395 APPENDIX2 Blueskate Peterhead Section B Statement of balances SC049808 Unrestricted funds Expendable endowment funds to n•arost £ Permanent endowment fund5 to noar•st £ Restricted funds Total current period to near&st £ Total last period Categories D8talls to nearest £ to nearest £ to n8arest £ B1 Cash funds Cash and bank balan￿S at start of year 8,078 8,078 2,682 Surplus l {deficit} shown on receipts and payments account 11,358) (1,358) 5,395 Cash and bank balances at 8nd of y8ar 6,720 6,720 8,077 (Agree balances ￿th receipts and payThents accountls}I Fund to whlch ass•t bolongs Markot valuatlon Details Last yoar to nearest £ to nearest e B2 Investments Total Detalls Fund to which asset belongs Cost Irf available) Curront valu8 Ilf avallabl&l to nearest £ Last year to nearest e to nearest e B3 Other assets Total Detalls Fund to which liability relates Amount due Last year to nearest e to riearest £ Total Detalls Fund to whleh Ilablllty r&latès Amount due lestimatel to nearest £ Last year to nearest e B5 Contingent liabilities Total Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees Signature. Print Name Date of approval 27Au ust 2025 Blueskate Peterhead OSCR Accounts 2024 detailed I Statement of balances December 2007 APPENDIX 2 **SC049808** **Blueskate Peterhead** ## **Section C Notes to the Accounts** ## **C1 Nature and purpose of funds (may be stated on analysis of funds worksheets)** The funds in our account is predominantly funds raised through fundraising activities and the purpose of these funds are to help with the re-development of the skatepark in Peterhead. |**C3a Trustee remuneration**
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