ABU-BAKR MASJID ABU BAKR MASJID TRUST Trustees Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31st March 2025 Registered Charity Number: 1064014 Address: 330 Oxford Road, Reading RG30 1AF Website: www.abmreading.org Abu Bakr Masjid, 330 Oxford Road, Reading, RG30 1AF • 0118 958 1833 Registered Charity Number: 1064014 * madrassa@abmreading.org - info@abmreading.org @ www.abmreading.org
ABU-BAKR MASJID STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE and MANAGEMENT: The Trust was established by trust deed dated 24th June 1997 as amended by deed of variation on 14th July 1997. The Trust was registered with the Charity Commission on 19th August 1997. The Trustees presented the annual report and financial statements of the Trust for the year ended 31st March 2025. The Trustees who served during the year and up to the date of this report are; - Mr Mohammad Saood - Mr Jawed lqbal - Mr Mohammad Tariq - Mr Ahmed Gaffar - Dr Asghar Ali - Mr Khalid Mahmood - Mr Ahmed Khan - Dr Avas M A Asghar OBJECTIVES and ACTIVITIES: The Trust was established with the intention of building a purpose-built Islamic Centre in the west of Reading to promote the teachings of Islam, provide Islamic education to the Muslim community and other charitable services which are beneficial to the wider community including the facilities for congregational prayer in the Borough of Reading and to provide other facilities in the interest of social welfare to those who have a need. During the year, the Trust continued to provide services in accordance with its manifesto and raised funds through collections and donations to enable the improvement and further development of the Centre. PROGRESS: Founded in Ramadān 2013, the Centre was established to provide the local Muslim community with facilities for congregational prayer and essential religious services. Since then, it has continually evolved to meet growing community needs. A key early development was the launch of an evening Madrasah, offering structured Islamic education and Arabic language classes. This programme has since grown significantly, now serving over 400 students aged 5-16, and has expanded to include an Islamic Diploma class for approximately 20 students across diverse age groups. To accommodate increasing demand, the Madrasah introduced new year groups in a phased manner, supporting progression into secondary-level Islamic education. This expansion included additional mixed-gender classes for older youth and continued short courses for adults. These efforts have Abu Bakr Masjid, 330 Oxford Road, Reading, RG30 1AF & 0118 958 1833 Registered Charity Number: 1064014 * madrassa@abmreading.org - info@abmreading.org@ www.abmreading.org
ABU-BAKR MASJID broadened access to Islamic education, particularly for those previously without opportunities to study the Qur'an and foundational teachings. A major milestone was the introduction of dedicated classes for children and young people aged 5 to 18, enhancing inclusivity—especially for older beginners. As part of this, separate weekly classes for teenage boys and girls were established, focusing on Islamic identity, character development, and positive engagement. Beyond the classroom, the Centre organised a variety of enriching activities throughout the year, including educational trips, seasonal programmes, Qur'ăn competitions, termly assemblies, and an annual awards ceremony to celebrate the achievements of students and staff. These initiatives were designed to enhance learning, promote wellbeing, and strengthen community ties. Alongside its educational work, the Masjid consistently delivered core religious services, such as daily and Jumu'ah prayers, funeral services, and hosting visiting scholars for lectures. It also facilitated health and wellbeing workshops, and community events aimed at fostering social cohesion. Throughout the period, the trustees maintained the Masjid's buildings and facilities to a high standard, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and accessible environment for all. The trustees remain dedicated to the Centre's charitable objectives and regularly review its services to ensure they continue to fulfil the evolving educational, religious, and social needs of the community FUNDRAISING: We continue to fundraise, primarily from the congregation during Juma'h (Friday prayer) and Ramadan in particular. We also raised funds via pledges on Eid day, the donations collected during the year were consistent compared to the previous year with a slight increase of £10k. TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR END 31 MARCH 2025: The Trust has regular donations coming through the standing orders plus weekly collections from community on Friday prayer. It is envisaged that this regular funding will continue into the foreseeable future. It is the Trust policy that unrestricted funds which have not been specifically designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level above six months expenditures. The Trustees consider reserves at this level will ensure that, in the event of a significant unexpected drop in donations, they will be able to continue the Trust's current activities while consideration is given to ways in which additional funds may be raised. The level of reserves maintained throughout the year was above this minimum level. During the year, there was no major expenditure related to any specific project, only the general maintenance of the buildings and staff remunerations were the main expenditures. No properties were bought or sold during this period. Abu Bakr Masjid, 330 Oxford Road, Reading, RG30 1AF • 0118 958 1833 Registered Charity Number: 1064014 * madrassa@abmreading.org - info@abmreading.org @ www.abmreading.org
ABU-BAKR MASJID Statement of Trustees' responsibilities The Trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees Annual Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). Law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which gives a true and fair view of charity and its incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that year. In preparing these financial statements the Trustees are required to: • Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently • Observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP • Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent • State whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements and • Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Trust will continue in operation. The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 1993, 2006 and 2011 - and the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. On behalf of the board of Trustees Trustee .... fiel Trustee .... Abu Bakr Masjid, 330 Oxford Road, Reading, RG30 1AF ® 0118 958 1833 Registered Charity Number: 1064014 * madrassa@abmreading.org - info@abmreading.org @ www.abmreading.org
Abu Bakr Masjid Trust
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 March 2025
Abu Bakr Masjid Trust
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 March 2025
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Profit and Loss Account for the Period 3 Balance Sheet 4
Abu Bakr Masjid Trust
INCOME STATEMENT
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 March 2025
| Notes | 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | 2024 |
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| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Donations | 244,172 | 233,948 | ||
| Other Income 1 |
210,495 | 205,857 | ||
| Total Income Staff Related Costs Other Administrative Expenses 2 |
202,576 - 91,806 - |
454,667 (294,382) |
206,273 - 95,110 - - |
439,805 (301,383) |
| NET OPERATING INCOME FOR THE PERIOD Bank Charges |
160,285 3,659 - |
138,422 1,896 - |
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| PROFIT FOR THE PERIOD | £ | 156,626 | £ | 136,526 |
| Notes : |
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1 - Other Income relates to following
Madrassa Fees 150,219
Fitrana 11,652
Rent Received 48,624
Other 0
210,495
2 - Other Administrative Expenses relates to following
Building related Costs 65,588
Legal & Professional Fees 0
Madrasah Supplies & Events 11,741
Charity collected and paid out 12,151
Other 2,327
91,806
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| £ £ FIXED ASSETS Land & building 1,462,744 Motor vehicles - Computer equipment - Fixtures & fittings - Intangible assets - 1,462,744 CURRENT ASSETS - Trade debtors - Other debtors - - - Cash at bank and in hand 471,519 471,519 CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade creditors - Corporation tax payable - Social security and other taxes - Short Term Loan - Other creditors - Accruals - 0 NET CURRENT ASSETS 471,519 Long Term Liabilities 25,000 - Bank loan - NET ASSETS £ 1,909,263 FINANCED BY - Retained earnings 1,752,636 Current earnings 156,626 1,909,263 £ 1,909,263 BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 March 2025 2025 Abu Bakr Masjid Trust |
£ £ 1,462,744 - - - - 1,462,744 - - - - - 314,892 314,892 - - - - - - 0 314,892 25,000 - - £ 1,752,636 - 1,623,756 128,880 1,752,636 £ 1,752,636 2024 |
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