Charity Status & AGM 2026
An important update for all members, parents, and supporters of Bournemouth BMX Club.
Announcement
We Are Now a Charitable Incorporated Organisation
We are delighted to announce that Bournemouth BMX Club is now a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales (Charity No. 1217055). This is a significant milestone for the club, reflecting the hard work, dedication, and community spirit that our members, volunteers, and supporters have given over many years.
As a CIO, the club has its own legal identity, strengthening our governance and our ability to access funding, all in the long-term interests of our members.
Governance
Founding Trustees
At the club committee meeting held in late 2025, the following individuals were put forward and agreed as Founding Trustees of Bournemouth BMX Club. We thank them for stepping forward and committing their time to leading the club through this important period.
The current trustees were appointed as part of the transition to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and will be formally confirmed by members at the AGM in line with the club’s constitution. Michelle Edwards, who has supported the setup of the CIO, will be proposed for appointment as a Charity Trustee.
Save the date
Annual General Meeting 2026
At the same committee meeting, it was agreed that an Annual General Meeting (AGM) would be held in April or May 2026. The AGM is open to all current members and is your opportunity to have a say in the future of the club.
How it works
AGM Procedures
The AGM will be conducted in accordance with the club’s Constitution. Key procedural points for members are summarised below.
- All members are welcome to attend the AGM. Only members aged 18 and over with an active, paid membership are eligible to vote.
- Nominations for trustee and committee positions must be submitted in advance via the Google Form, which will be shared with members by email. The submission deadline will also be communicated by email.
- To stand for a Charity Trustee or Committee role, individuals must be a current member of the club. Anyone interested is very welcome to get involved and submit a nomination.
- Founding Trustees are all prepared to stand as Charity Trustee nominees, along with Michelle Edwards.
- Committee positions will be confirmed at the AGM, based on submitted nominations.
- Where there is more than one nomination for a committee position, or where there are more nominations for Trustees than available positions, a vote will be held at the AGM.
- Members wishing to raise items for the agenda should submit them in writing to the Chair (or nominated contact) before the closing date.
- Proxy voting arrangements will be set out in the AGM notice circulated to all members.
- Minutes of the previous committee meeting will be made available on the website.
- Trustee appointments will be formally confirmed at the AGM by members present, in line with the Constitution.
Resources
Documents & Downloads
Key documents relating to the club's charitable status and the 2026 AGM will be published on the website as they become available.
Questions? Contact us at info@bournemouthbmx.co.uk
This page will be updated as details are confirmed.
