Charity Registration No. SC002848 (Scotland)
Company Registration No. SC123773 (Scotland)
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Trustees
Philip Kingscott
Sinclair MacKenzie
Andrew Miller
Rod Young
Emma Mooney
Sylvia Forshaw
Sameena Wright
Laura Firth
Charity number (Scotland)
SC002848
Company number
SC123773
Registered office
Howden Park Centre
Howden
Livingston
West Lothian
EH54 6AE
Independent examiner
McFadden Associates Limited
19 Rutland Square
Edinburgh
EH1 2BB
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
CONTENTS
Page
Trustees' report
1 - 3
Independent examiner's report
4
Statement of financial activities
5
Balance sheet
6
Notes to the financial statements
7 - 16
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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The trustees present their report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charity's memorandum and articles, the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005, the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as amended) and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)".

Objectives and activities

Originally founded as West Lothian Youth Theatre, Firefly Arts is a Scottish Charity with a long history of providing youth theatre, film-making, creative writing, music, dance and visual arts activity for children and young people aged 5 to 25 years across West Lothian.

Firefly’s workshop, school, community and training programmes provide young people with a safe, supportive environment to explore their world, challenge themselves, build creative and resilient futures. We specialise in developing transformative and inclusive arts experience for young people who are socially and economically marginalised, and all Firefly activity is underpinned by the following five key principles:

1. Creativity: Firefly are committed to generating fun, creative and life-transforming arts experience for all.

2. Young People: While many Firefly projects run in successful partnership with adult groups, our core purpose is to transform and enrich young lives.

3. Place: Firefly programmes are rooted in West Lothian, with commitment to, and in partnerships with, our local communities.

4. Partnership: Firefly’s strategic and community partners play a key role in our capacity to engage effectively with hard-to-reach groups, new participants and the wider community.

5. Equality: Firefly activity is committed to addressing social, economic and cultural inequality.

Achievements and performance

The challenges of the post-pandemic era, coupled with the rising cost of living, have continued to impact the youth arts sector across Scotland, creating significant uncertainty and financial pressure. Despite these hurdles, the charity has successfully maintained its strong regional presence, continuing to be recognised for delivering artistic provision of the highest quality in a nurturing and welcoming environment open to everyone.

Building on the changes implemented in the previous year, the refreshed marketing and brand identity have reinforced the charity’s reputation, helping to connect more effectively with the wider West Lothian community. A significant transition occurred in July 2023, when Helen Rashad ended her CEO tenure. Following a period of external strategic consultation, Mark O’Donnell took over as the interim CEO in February, bringing with him 20 years of leadership experience. Mark helped us assess our business and forward plans, he also lead the recruitment process for a new CEO, set to take place in May 2024.

FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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Highlights of 2023/24

Throughout the year, we continued to develop and enhance our local and national arts and community partnerships. Firefly remains well-regarded and strategically positioned to support children and young people during these challenging times of austerity, ensuring that our programmes remain accessible and impactful.

Financial review

Firefly completed the financial year with a fund balance of £225,133, made up of £71,971 in restricted funds, and £153,162 in unrestricted funds. In the light of ongoing economic uncertainty, the accounts reflect an unrestricted reserve of £82,436 (equating to 6 months operating costs) and a designated fund of £70,726 to meet continuity and match funding commitments

Risk Management

Firefly trustees regularly review major risk to which the charity is exposed and are satisfied that systems have been established to mitigate those risks. The principal risks and uncertainties facing the charity relate to future funding, and this is managed by preparation of budgets and regular review by the Directors.

Structure, governance and management

Governance
Firefly Arts Limited is a charitable company limited by guarantee. Formerly known as West Lothian Youth Theatre was incorporated on 15 March 1990. The Company was established under a Memorandum of Association which established the objects and the powers of the charitable company and is governed under its Articles of Association. These documents were updated in line with legislation and best practice with the change of company name. Firefly Arts Ltd is registered with the office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).

 

The company is governed by a Board of Directors, who meet 6 times a year, this year consisting of ten members plus an observer from our major funder, West Lothian Council.

FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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The trustees, who are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were:

Philip Kingscott
Sinclair MacKenzie
Andrew Miller
Rod Young
Emma Mooney
Sylvia Forshaw
Sameena Wright
Laura Firth
Ross Williamson
(Resigned 19 April 2023)

Recruitment and retention of Board Members is planned to secure a range of skills amongst the Board of Directors to ensure the aims and objectives of Firefly are well informed and fulfilled. All Board Members are encouraged to become familiar with the practical work of the charity and supported to attend Board development training sessions offered by external providers.

 

None of the Directors has any beneficial interest in the company. All of the Directors are members of the company and guarantee to contribute £1 in the event of a winding up.

 

On behalf of the Board of Directors
Andrew Miller
Trustee
Dated: 17 September 2024
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
TO THE TRUSTEES OF FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
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I report on the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024, which are set out on pages 5 to 16.

Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner

The charity's trustees (who are also directors of the company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the terms of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006, and they consider that the audit requirement of Regulation 10(1)(a) to (c) 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 state whether particular matters have come to our attention.

Basis of independent examiner's statement

My examination was carried out in accordance with the Statement of Standards for Reporting Accountants and 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 from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts.

Independent examiner's statement

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:

(a)
which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
(i)

to keep accounting records in accordance with section 44 (1)(a) of the 2005 Act and Regulation 4 of the 2006 Accounts Regulations; and

(ii)

to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of Regulation 8 of the 2006 Accounts Regulations and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities;

 

have not been met; or

(b)

to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

David Stewart CA
19 Rutland Square
Edinburgh
EH1 2BB
Dated: 17 September 2024
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
funds
funds
funds
funds
2024
2024
2024
2023
2023
2023
Notes
£
£
£
£
£
£
Income from:
Donations and core funding
3
43,293
76,407
119,700
54,270
110,937
165,207
Charitable activities
4
40,038
-
40,038
45,372
-
45,372
Investments
5
4,678
-
4,678
2,363
-
2,363
Total income
88,009
76,407
164,416
102,005
110,937
212,942
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
6
123,540
136,094
259,634
108,232
135,237
243,469
Net outgoing resources before transfers
(35,531)
(59,687)
(95,218)
(6,227)
(24,300)
(30,527)
Gross transfers between funds
10
(3,763)
3,763
-
-
-
-
Net expenditure for the year/
Net movement in funds
(39,294)
(55,924)
(95,218)
(6,227)
(24,300)
(30,527)
Fund balances at 1 April 2023
192,456
127,895
320,351
198,683
152,195
350,878
Fund balances at 31 March 2024
153,162
71,971
225,133
192,456
127,895
320,351

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

The statement of financial activities also complies with the requirements for an income and expenditure account under the Companies Act 2006.
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT
31 MARCH 2024
31 March 2024
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2024
2023
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
11
507
1,507
Current assets
Debtors
12
18,922
5,173
Cash at bank and in hand
235,653
328,607
254,575
333,780
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
13
(29,949)
(14,936)
Net current assets
224,626
318,844
Total assets less current liabilities
225,133
320,351
Income funds
Restricted funds
14
71,971
127,895
Unrestricted funds
Designated funds
15
70,726
92,854
General unrestricted funds
82,436
99,602
153,162
192,456
225,133
320,351

The company is entitled to the exemption from the audit requirement contained in section 477 of the Companies Act 2006, for the year ended 31 March 2024.

The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for ensuring that the charity keeps accounting records which comply with section 386 of the Act and for preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company as at the end of the financial year and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for the financial year in accordance with the requirements of sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the company.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on 17 September 2024
Andrew Miller
Trustee
Company Registration No. SC123773
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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1
Accounting policies
Charity information

Firefly Arts Limited is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in Scotland. The registered office is Howden Park Centre, Howden, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 6AE.

1.1
Accounting convention

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's [governing document], the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005, the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as amended) and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

 

The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update Bulletin 1 not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

1.2
Going concern

At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

1.3
Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the charity.
1.4
Income
Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.
Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.
1.5
Expenditure

Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Charitable activity expenditure includes all expenditure directly incurred in furthering the objectives of the charity.

Governance costs consists of the costs of financial services, accounts preparation, mandatory legal and professional fees, and any other expenditure incurred in compliance with legal requirements of the charity.

1.6
Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Website
33.33% straight line
Plant and machinery
25% straight line
Fixtures, fittings & equipment
25% straight line
Computers
33.33% straight line

The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in net income/(expenditure) for the year.

1.7
Impairment of fixed assets

At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any).

1.8
Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

1.9
Financial instruments

The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.

 

Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

 

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

 

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

 

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

1.10
Employee benefits

The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.

 

Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.

1.11
Retirement benefits

Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.

1.12
Taxation
The company has charitable status and is exempt from taxation. The company is not registered for VAT and accordingly any irrecoverable VAT is included in the expenditure concerned.
1.13
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the directors.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objectives of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

Unrestricted designated funds are funds which have been placed in reserves by the directors to meet future anticipated costs of the relocation of the registered office.

Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.
2
Critical accounting estimates and judgements

In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

 

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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3
Donations and core funding
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
funds
funds
funds
funds
2024
2024
2024
2023
2023
2023
£
£
£
£
£
£
Donations and gifts
67
-
67
190
-
190

Core Grants

43,226
76,407
119,633
54,080
110,937
165,017
43,293
76,407
119,700
54,270
110,937
165,207
4
Charitable activities
Workshops and Activity weeks
Workshops and Activity weeks
2024
2023
£
£
Sales within charitable activities
40,038
45,372
5
Investments
Unrestricted
Unrestricted
funds
funds
2024
2023
£
£
Interest receivable
4,678
2,363
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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6
Charitable activities
Youth Theatre Company
Youth Theatre Company
2024
2023
£
£
Staff costs
116,061
139,274
Depreciation and impairment
1,000
1,000

Rent and venue hire

4,997
1,084

Travel costs

4,093
3,429

Materials

7,005
8,886

Freelancers

80,382
53,814

Publicity and Marketing

497
103

Other project costs

17,027
19,080
231,062
226,670
Share of support costs (see note 7)
26,377
15,688
Share of governance costs (see note 7)
2,195
1,111
259,634
243,469
Analysis by fund
Unrestricted funds
123,540
108,232
Restricted funds
136,094
135,237
259,634
243,469
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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7
Support costs
Support costs
Governance costs
2024
Support costs
Governance costs
2023
£
£
£
£
£
£

Rent

14,766
-
14,766
6,471
-
6,471

Insurance

1,197
-
1,197
1,109
-
1,109

Repairs

971
-
971
254
-
254

Postage and stationery

2,208
-
2,208
1,753
-
1,753

Telephone

713
-
713
734
-
734

Sundries

773
-
773
885
-
885

Subscriptions

805
-
805
172
-
172

Bank charges

288
-
288
350
-
350

Bookkeeper

4,656
-
4,656
3,960
-
3,960
Accountancy
-
1,110
1,110
-
1,111
1,111
Legal and professional
-
1,085
1,085
-
-
-
26,377
2,195
28,572
15,688
1,111
16,799
Analysed between
Charitable activities
26,377
2,195
28,572
15,688
1,111
16,799
8
Trustees

During the year no trustees received remuneration in respect of consultancy services (2023 - £nil). These transactions were at arms length and on normal commercial terms. None of the other trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration during the year.

9
Employees
Number of employees

The average monthly number of employees during the year was:

2024
2023
Number
Number
Direct
3
3
Administration
2
2
5
5
Employment costs
2024
2023
£
£
Wages and salaries
108,819
129,289
Social security costs
3,936
6,119
Other pension costs
3,306
3,866
116,061
139,274
There were no employees whose annual remuneration was £60,000 or more.
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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10
Key management personnel

The key management personnel of the charity, comprise the Chief Executive Officer. The total employee benefits of the key management personnel of the charity were £13,090 (2023: £33,734). For part of the year the Chief Executive position was outsourced and fees for this role were £11,780 (2023: £nil).

11
Tangible fixed assets
Website
Plant and machinery
Fixtures, fittings & equipment
Computers
Total
£
£
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 April 2023
2,000
13,427
2,109
2,129
19,665
At 31 March 2024
2,000
13,427
2,109
2,129
19,665
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 April 2023
2,000
12,629
2,109
1,420
18,158
Depreciation charged in the year
-
291
-
709
1,000
At 31 March 2024
2,000
12,920
2,109
2,129
19,158
Carrying amount
At 31 March 2024
-
507
-
-
507
At 31 March 2023
-
798
-
709
1,507
12
Debtors
2024
2023
Amounts falling due within one year:
£
£
Trade debtors
10,713
1,800
Other debtors
4,866
3,373
Prepayments and accrued income
3,343
-
18,922
5,173
13
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2024
2023
£
£
Other taxation and social security
1,745
2,507
Trade creditors
9,861
1,787
Other creditors
4,092
3,150
Accruals and deferred income
14,251
7,492
29,949
14,936
FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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14
Restricted funds
The income funds of the charity include restricted funds comprising the following unexpended balances of donations and grants held on trust for specific purposes:
Movement in funds
Movement in funds
Balance at
1 April 2022
Incoming resources
Resources expended
Balance at
1 April 2023
Incoming resources
Resources expended
Transfers
Balance at
31 March 2024
£
£
£
£
£
£
£
£
Creative Scotland - Youth Arts Access Fund
19,008
2,950
(21,958)
-
-
-
-
-
Creative Scotland - Culture Collective Fund
91,293
-
(45,697)
45,596
-
(45,596)
-
-
First Port - Adapt Thrive
40,522
-
(28,792)
11,730
-
(13,947)
2,217
-
YS Pact
1,372
21,000
(22,278)
94
22,050
(23,690)
1,546
-
Creative Scotland- WL ARC 2
-
52,885
-
52,885
35,257
(26,485)
-
61,657
Creative Scotland- RCF
-
34,102
(16,512)
17,590
-
(15,713)
-
1,877
Windfarm Fund
-
-
-
-
8,700
(8,700)
-
-
Awards for all
-
-
-
-
10,000
(1,875)
-
8,125
Robert Turner
-
-
-
-
400
(88)
-
312
152,195
110,937
(135,237)
127,895
76,407
(136,094)
3,763
71,971

 

Creative Scotland/Youth Arts Access Fund is an amount received for WareHouse a site-responsive performance, digital and installation project.

Creative Scotland/Culture Collective is an amount received for West Lothian ARC for coordinator and artist costs for cultural provision partnership programme.

Funding was received from First Port/Adapt and Thrive for IT and communications improvements.

YS Pact is an amount received for a youth arts and media skills programme to equip young people with the confidence and skills to speak out and take action on issues that affect them and their communities.

Creative Scotland- WL ARC 2 -  ARC2 was part of Creative Scotland's culture collective fund that resulted in the creation of the visual arts network across West Lothian with over 70 participating artists and organisations. 

Creative Scotland- RCF -  to enable cultural organisations to rebuild and create opportunities to increase their financial resilience after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Windfarm Fund -  A fund aimed at tackling poverty by subsidising the cost of artistic workshops for young people who live in poverty

Awards for all - A grant to create artistic opportunities for young people across West Lothian.

Robert Turner - To subsidise the cost of artistic education in areas of social deprivation

 

FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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15
Designated funds
The income funds of the charity include the following designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes:
Movement in funds
Movement in funds
Balance at
1 April 2022
Incoming resources
Resources expended
Balance at
1 April 2023
Incoming resources
Resources expended
Transfers
Balance at
31 March 2024
£
£
£
£
£
£
£
£
Unrestricted funds
105,829
102,005
(108,232)
99,602
88,009
(105,175)
-
82,436
Continuity fund
92,854
-
-
92,854
-
(18,365)
(3,763)
70,726
198,683
102,005
(108,232)
192,456
88,009
(123,540)
(3,763)
153,162

The charity has designated an amount of £70,726 as a Continuity Fund.

FIREFLY ARTS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
- 16 -
16
Analysis of net assets between funds
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
Total
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
Total
2024
2024
2024
2023
2023
2023
£
£
£
£
£
£
Fund balances at 31 March 2024 are represented by:
Tangible assets
507
-
507
1,507
-
1,507
Current assets/(liabilities)
152,655
71,971
224,626
190,949
127,895
318,844
153,162
71,971
225,133
192,456
127,895
320,351
17
Related party transactions

There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2023 - none).

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