REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 03054937 (England and Wales) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1064609 Report of the Trustees and Unaudited Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 for PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED SKM Chartered Accountants Pegasus House 5 Winckley Court Mount Street Preston Lancashire PRI 8BU
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Contents of the Financial Statement FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Chairman's Report Report of the Trustees Independent Examiner's Report Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Financial Statements Detailed Statement of Financial Activities Page 1 2 to 6 7 8 9 10 to 16 17
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Chairman's Report FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Welcome to our Annual Report for the year ending 31 March 2025. This year has brought extraordinary challenges-from deepening social and economic inequalities to strained public services, rising mental health concerns, and escalating levels of poverty. In this context, our mission has never been more urgent or relevant. I am proud to report that PMF has delivered a highly impactful year, making meaningful progress in both service delivery and organizational development. These achievements have directly benefited hundreds 1 a key step toward strengthening our future direction, staff and trustees came together for a dedicated strategy day fresh the organization's strategic goals. A second away day is planned to develop a robust business plan that will guic our next phase of growth and impact. Our scene old no have been as i to to elut a pot fang or treater it, alumie, and opportunities, many of which are showcased in this report. Ismail Rawat, Chair Board of Trustees Page 1
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Report of the Trustees FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Objectives and alms Our Objectives - Provide one to one information, advice and guidance including practical support to clients who have nowhere to turn. - or e reality or til pople are dinarang, trust ed employmen, ions leaning. - Engage with young people to help with their personal, social, physical and spiritual development. - Support older people to promote their wellbeing and independence. - Work in partnership with others organisations to achieve common goals including developing potential of other community groups through provision of capacity building support. - Foster understanding and co-operation between communities through multi-faith and cohesion events and initiatives. - Act as community advocate by supporting agencies in shaping policies and practice. - Improve the physical and mental well-being of community - Work to achieve long-term sustainability Our Services And Activities To further its aims, PMF provides the following services and activities in a culturally sensitive, gender-appropriate and multi-lingual environment: - Drop-in - service for members of the community acting as first port of call for those who have nowhere to turn; - Information, Advice and Guidance - on a wide range of social, money, immigration, welfare benefit, including practical support - Community Learning- Variety of training and non-vocational courses e.g. ESOL, IT for beginners, numeracy, literacy etc.; - Health and Wellbeing - provide social, leisure and recreational activities to promote Health and Well-Being such as luncheon club, coffee m orings, keep fit classes, health awareness, managing long-term conditions etc.; - Mental Health - provide specialist and therapeutic support to people suffering mental health illness - Volunteering - Provide volunteering opportunities across the organisation - Advocacy - Advocate and work in partnership with other voluntary and statutory organisations; Charitable activities Charitable Activitles Delivered To achieve these objectives, the charity operates a community drop-in centre, offering a wide range of services and activities tailored to the needs of the local community. These are delivered by qualified staff and volunteers in a culturally sensitive, bilingual environment, ensuring individuals receive the support they need. Page 2
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Report of the Trustees FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE Charitable activities PMF is the cornerstone of support for individuals in the greater Preston area, providing the vital services, guidance, and opportunities necessary to help people overcome their barriers and achieve better life outcomes. PMF made significant strides in addressing socio-economic and health inequalities within the communities. Through a flexible and inclusive approach, we have adapted our services based on feedback from our beneficiaries, adjusting session timings and extending our opening hours to reach a broader audience. These changes helped reduce barriers to service access, ensuring we could meet the diverse needs of the community effectively. Information, Advice and Guidance (LAG) - 968 enquiries were dealt with, providing 1:1 support to 582 beneficiaries across a variety of issues, including welfare, housing, immigration, money matters, school places, appeals, and more. - 18 familles received complex needs support, helping them navigate challenging situations - £590,734 in additional benefits was secured for 92 individuals and their families through our advice and suppor Employment Support 32 beneficiaries received tailored employment support, with 4 individuals securing employment as a result of ou assistance, including CV preparation, job searches, job applications and jo b coaching Community Learning - We delivered 78 sessions across a range of training and development courses, which were attended by 90 beneflciarles. These courses covered important topics such as ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), Health Literacy, Numeracy, and Energy Advice, helping participants gain valuable skills and confidence. Health & Well-Being - A total of 206 sessions were delivered, providing a range of social, leisure, and recreational activities to 340 participants. Activities included coffee mornings, fitness classes, arts and crafts, poetry clubs, and health education, all aimed at red ucing isolation and improving physical and mental well-being. - We organized 3 outings, offering participants the chance to connect with others outside of regular activities. - 32 'Walk and Talk' sessions with an average of 16 ladies every Sunday Mental Health Support 23 beneficiaries suffering from severe mental illness received therapeutic support tailored to their need We hosted 3 awareness seminars on Mental Health, reaching 400 people and providing valuable information ar resources. Partnered with 4 service providers to help reduce barriers to mainstream health and care services for our communit We established 2 Peer Support Groups, where individuals could share experiences and receive emotional suppo from others with similar challenges. - Delivered 40 workshops on a variety of mental health issues, helping raise awareness and provide information on mental illness. Children and Young People • We ran 18 mother & toddler playgroup sessions , attended by an average of 17 toddler Held 28 open youth club sessions, providing support and engagement to young mer - Operated 12 homework club sessions for key stage 1-2, offering study support to pupils. Digital Partner (We Are Group) Page 3
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Report of the Trustees FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 - As an approved Centre for We Are Digital', we provided digital assistance to EU citizens and their family members applying for EU Settlement Scheme status. We helped 27 cilents successfully obtain the status required to remain in the UK post-Brexit. - No armor an approved e rider for sing pl pio scs (fer Majoys Cours and Tribumals Service) FINANCIAL REVIEW Financial position The charity's total income for the year was £329,860, a significant increase compared with £107,417 in 2024. Of this, £289,877 was restricted and £39,983 unrestricted. Expenditure for the year amounted to £200,089 (2024: £136,554), with £176,738 from restricted funds and £23,351 from unrestricted funds. At the year-end, total assets were £557,818, comprising of the following; Current Assets of £310,410 (£154,170 in 2024) of which the restricted was £289,398; and unrestricted was £21,012. Fixed Assets of £247,408 (£266,551 in 2024) of which restricted was £240,756; and unrestricted was £6,652. Total funds at the balance sheet date were £549,154 (E419,383 in 2024) of which £530,690 were restricted and £18,464 unrestricted. The trustees are satisfied with the charity's financial position, noting that the growth in income and funds reflects ongoing support for its activities. Expenditure has been managed prudently to ensure resources are directed effectively towards achieving the charity's objectives. Principal funding sources The charity's principal funding is derived principally through grants with limited income generation through hire of the centre. Property The charity operates from a property which is leased from Preston City Council until 2037. The property was extended by the charity to provide improved premises. The original property was a single storey building. The charity received a capital grant of £385,000 during the year ended 31st March 2020 to add an extra floor onto the building. The reserves include the capital amount of this project and this is being depreciated over its useful life at 10% on a reducing balance basis. Reserves policy Total reserves as at 31 March 2025 were £549,154. This comprises of Restricted Reserves of £530,690 and Unrestricted Reserves of £18,464. The Trustees have reviewed the charity's reserve requirements in light of the key risks facing the organisation. A policy levels by 50%, alongside a similar reduction in working hours, while ensuring the continued delivery of core services and activities to the community. The budgeted expenditure for 2025/26 is £232,386, and the target reserves figure should be calculated as half of this amount to represent six month's full running costs. Currentiy, the charity's available reserves of £12,292 fall significantly short of this target. The trustees' strategy is to bulld reserves gradually through planned operating surpluses, acknowledging that it will take time to reach the desired Page 4
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Report of the Trustees FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 PLANS FOR THE FUTURE - Further develop services to meet gaps such as youth provision, mental health etc - Build organisational strength through succession planning, recruit new trusters, Leadership training, develop strategic and business plans - Improve marketing and communications - To further develop internal systems, processes, organisational policies and procedures that meet organisational and slatutory requirements - Improve outreach work around Preston through sharing partner facilities to widen our reach. STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governing document The charity is controlled by its govering document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006. Risk management The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed, in particular, to the operations and finances and are satisfied that the systems and procedures are in place to mitigate our exposure against the major risks. These major risks are the impact of short-term finding, changes in funding streams, changes to key personnel and changes to local and central government policies. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Company number 03054937 (England and Wales) Reglstered Chartty number 1064609 Registered office Hamara Centre Rear of 158 Castleton Road Preston PRI 6QH Trustees IS Rawat S Ismail M A Horton Mrs MY Ahmed Independent Examiner Mrs Shamim Mahomed SKM Chartered Accountants Pegasus House 5 Winckley Court Mount Street Preston Lancashire PRI 8BU Page S
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Report of the Trustees FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 ............. IS Rawat - Trustce Page 6
dependent Examiner's Report to the Irustees o reston Muslim Forum Limite Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Preston Muslim Forum Limited ('the Company') I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for the year ended 31 March 2025. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 (the 2006 Act). Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of your charity's accounts as carried out under Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act. Independent examiner's statement Sint l am quarity to us face e examination becau am a member be the hate tartered ACcommons in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe: 1. 2. 3. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by Section 386 of the 2006 Act; or the accounts do not accord with those records; or the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or 4. the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities (applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102). I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Mrs Shamim Mahomed The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales SKM Chartered Accountants Pegasus House 5 Winckley Court Mount Street Preston Lancashire PRI 8BU Date: ...... Page 7
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Statement of Financial Activitles FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities Management and Administration Provision of Services Support Costs Total NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD Notes 2 Unrestricted funds 39,983 Restricted funds 289,877 2025 Total funds 329,860 2024 Total funds 107,417 3 1,095 21,945 311 23,351 16,632 10,267 165,310 1,161 176,738 113,139 11,362 187,255 1,472 200,089 129,771 5,660 129,496 1,398 136,554 (29,137) 1,832 18,464 417,551 530,690 419,383 549,154 448,520 419,383 The notes form part of these financial statements Page 8
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Balance Sheet 31 MARCH 2025 Unrestricted funds Notes Restricted funds € 240,756 2025 Total funds FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank and in hand CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 6,652 247,408 266,551 21,012 289,398 310,410 154,170 10 (8,164) (500) (8,664) (1,338) NET CURRENT ASSETS 12,848 288,898 301,746 152,832 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 19,500 529,654 549,154 419,383 NET ASSETS FUNDS Unrestricted funds Restricted funds TOTAL FUNDS 19,500 529,654 549,154 419,383 11 18,464 530,690 549,154 1,832 417,551 419,383 The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 March 2025. The members have not required the company to oblain an audil of its financial statements for the year endor 31 March 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006 The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for ensuring that the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386 and 387 of the (b) equirements of Sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Ac 1006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the charitable company These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to charitable companies subject to the small companies regime. he financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issu •...................... and were signed on its behalf br IS Rawat - Trustee The notes form part of these financial statements Page 9
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Notes to the Financial Statements FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 ACCOUNTING POLICTES Basis of preparing the financial statements All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. Expenditure Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. 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. Tangible fixed assets Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life. Plant and machinery Fixtures and fittings Computer Equipment Improvements to Leasehold Property - 25% on reducing balance - 20% on reducing balance - 33% Reducing balance - 10% Reducing balance Taxation The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities. Fund accounting Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees. Retice and can boat nod for paid etied pres vitin ted ject to caity. Restricions Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements. Pension costs and other post-retirement benefits The charitable company operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charitable company's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate. Page 10 continued...
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Notes to the Financial Statements - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES Donations and Gifts Grants 2025 1 329,859 329,860 2024 (3) 107,420 107,417 Grants received, included in the above, are as follows: Preston City Council - Positive Minds Big Lottery Fund Selnet Islamic Relief Active Community Foundation NHS Lloyds Beacon Counselling Pilgrim Trust - Grant Spring North Ltd - Cancer Aware Other grants 2025 22,960 113,337 2024 9,864 3,244 9,719 4,994 3,000 45,501 25,000 33,000 22,500 24,551 8,530 39,981 329,859 : 6,098 107,420 Page 11 continued...
3. 4. PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Notes to the Financlal Statements - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS Mangemnt & Admin 2,088 2,120 2,754 4,374 10 Provision of Services Support Costs Postage and stationery Sundries Telephone Repairs & Renewals Plant & Machinery - Dep'n Fixtures & Fittings - Dep'n Leasehold - Dep'n Computer Equip - Dep'n Wages & Social Security Pensions Rates & Water Light & Heat Staff Training Legal & Professional Event Costs Rent Accountancy Insurance Bank Charges 29 44 25,633 23 139,274 2,257 744 4,417 300 1,341 8,982 1500 2,712 1,366 107 11,362 187,255 1,473 SUPPORT COSTS Provision of Services Page 12 Total 2025 2,088 2,120 2,754 4,374 39 60 25,633 23 139,274 2,257 4,417 300 1,341 8,982 1,500 2,712 1,366 200,090 Total 2024 136,554 Governance costs 2,712 continued...
5. 6. 7. 8. PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Notes to the Financial Statements - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting): 2025 25,761 2024 27,915 Depreciation - owned assets TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS 3h Marve no trustes" remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended Trustees' expenses There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024. STAFF COSTS The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows: Average number of employees No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unrestricted funds € INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 34,340 EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities Management and Administration Provision of Services Support Costs Total 1,799 33,689 567 36,055 NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) (1,715) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 3,548 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 1,833 2025 4 Restricted funds 73,077 3,861 95,807 831 100,499 (27,422) 444,972 417,550 2024 4 Total funds € 107,417 5,660 129,496 1,398 136,554 (29,137) 448,520 419,383 Page 13 continued..
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Notes to the Financial Statements - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 9. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS COST At 1 April 2024 Additions At 31 March 2025 DEPRECIATION At 1 April 2024 Charge for year At 31 March 2025 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 March 2025 At 31 March 2024 Improvements to Leasehold Prop Plant and machinery 400,790 6,618 407,408 4,878 4,878 134,748 25,643 160,391 4,724 39 4,763 247,017 266,042 115 10. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Trade creditors Social security and other taxes Other creditors Accrued expenses Fixtures and fittings 4,245 4,245 58 4,012 233 291 Page 14 - 21 43 64 Totals 412,557 6,618 419,175 146,006 25,761 171,767 247,408 266,551 2025 6,567 1,017 1,080 8,664 2024 (2) 740 600 1,338 continued...
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Notes to the Financial Statements - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 11. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Revenue Restricted Big Lottery Fund Preston City Council National Lottery - Revenue Project DWP Community Development Fund Selnet Community Champions Project Co-op Foundation Independent Age LCF Covid Active Lancashire LBMN - Micro Lancashire Care Islamic Relief Versus Arthritis Community Foundation NHS Beacon Counselling Pilgrim Trust - Grant Spring North Limited - Cancer Awareness Restricted funds Capital National Lottery - Capital Project Lancashire Environmental Fund - Capital LCVS - Skelhorn - Capital Environmental Fund TOTAL FUNDS At 01/04/2024 Movements At 31/03/2025 1,832 16,632 18,464 2,168 39 25,622 6,404 10 1,071 9,143 25,540 10,227 11,840 14,755 813 434 108 1740 523 20 300 10,995 - - - - - - 32,102 - 14,853 10,781 11,763 4,087 2,168 26 36,617 6,404 7 1,071 9,143 25,540 10,227 11,840 14,755 813 434 108 33,842 523 20 15,153 10,781 11,763 4,087 266,162 22,500 1,500 16,632 419,383 28,662 - 129,771 294,824 22,500 1,500 16,544 549,154 Page 15 continued..
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Notes to the Flnancial Statements - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 12. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2025. Page 16
PRESTON MUSLIM FORUM LIMITED Detalled Statement of Financial Activities FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Donations and legacies Donations and Gifts Grants 329,859 329,860 329,860 Total incoming resources EXPENDITURE Charitable activities Wages Social security Pensions Rates and water Insurance Light and heat Telephone Postage and stationery Sundries Repairs and Renewals Staff Training Legal and Professional Event/Activities Rent and Insurance Depn of improv leasehold prop Plant and machinery Fixtures and fittings 'omputer equipmen ank Charge 136,692 2,591 2,194 743 1,357 4,417 2,751 2,088 2,121 4,373 300 1,343 8,996 1,500 25,643 39 58 21 150 197,377 Support costs Governance costs Accountancy and legal fees Total resources expended Net income/(expenditure) 2,712 200,089 129,771 This page does not form part of the statutory financial statements Page 17 (3) 107,420 107,417 107,417 84,965 556 1,514 818 1,220 1,783 2,457 1,643 60 1,462 1,798 1,385 5,549 1,501 27,757 51 73 32 178 134,802 1,752 136,554 (29,137)