Trustee/Chairperson's Report
2024-25
Hounslow Multl-cultural Centre
(Reglstered Charlty No. 1081323)
The HMCC plays a vital role in promoting positive relations among diverse communities within the
borough by offering essential services to all ages. Its open-door policy welcomes individuals
irrespective of their backgrounds. Despite facing challenges, the Centre has successfully enhanced
its profile and services, especially through its core food service catering to older, disabled, vulnerable
and homebound residents who are unable to cook for themselves. This service has seen a notable
increase in demand due to the growing elderly population. , thanks to the reputation of this tasty and
healthy food and above all we have maintained our high standards. The slaff and volunteers of the
HMCC have been working under tremendous pressure to continue the service as they are aware of
the great need for these vulnerable people to be looked after.
The senior citizens welcome this service as there is no such service available in the borough. The
delivery is carried out by some of our volunteers and also by paid drivers. We thank them for their
dedication and help.
In spite of all the odds against us, our positive approach has helped us raise the profile of the Centre
and we have achieved success with almost most of the areas we envisaged. We provide crucial
services which are not available anywhere else in the borough. We strongly believe that given proper
resources, we have the potential to do much better.
Like preivious years, throughout the year, staff and volunteers have worked diligently under pressure,
maintaining high standards of service amidst financial constraints resulting from reduced grants. The
commendable efforts of the office and kitchen staff, along with dedicated volunteers and paid drivers,
have been key to the continuous success of the food delivery service. Acknowledgment is given to the
executive committee for their cooperation, as well as to the London Borough of Hounslow and local
councillors for their continued support and grant funding, which have been instrumental in the
Centre's operations.
Key Achievements In 2024-25
Since the Meals on Wheels service provided by the London Borough of Hounslow came to
a halt a few years ago, we have proudly taken on the responsibility of filling that crucial
void. Over the past year, our organization has successfully prepared and delivered more
than 8,000 freshly cooked, healthy, and culturally appropriate meals-both vegetarian and
non-vegetarian-to our homebound and vulnerable clients. Each week, we served five
different dishes during lunch times on four days, catering to dietary preferences and
needs.
This year, over 3,500 individuals from diverse communities benefited from our services,
including our international lunch programme and mobile food delivery initiatives.
We've continued to offer a variety of physical and social activities, including befriending,
yoga, light exercise, dancing, singing, and informative seminars. These programmes are
designed to boost self-confidence while promoting mental and physical well-being.
We've also hosted cultural events, faith festivals, and community-building activities that
have successfully engaged participants of all ages and backgrounds, fostering stronger
connections within the community.
Many communities have used our hall hiring facilities to help their communities and in
return fostering good race relations.
Our services have played a vital role in supporting individuals facing isolation, helping to
reduce loneliness and cultivate a sense of belonging.

Value for Money
HMCC always remains committed to providing high quality services with a strong focus on value for
money. We take great satisfaction in the influence we have, especially on the lives of elderly and
vulnerable people who frequently encounter additional obstacles when trying to access services. The
Centre continues to offer essential services that enhance the wellbeing of our members and the larger
community in spite of the restricted funding available.
A Heartfelt Thank You
None of this would be possible without the continued dedication and support of our staff, volunteers,
and the Executive Committee. I would like to extend my deepest thanks to everyone involved,
particularly Mrs. Daljit Major and the kitchen staff, whose hard work ensures that we meet the needs
of those we serve.
My special thanks to London Borough of Hounslow for their ongoing funding support, though we
continue to face challenges in covering the full cost of services. We also have tremendous support
from councillors and the trustees of our Centre for giving us their help and support.
Finally, my sincere gratitude goes to the members of the Centre and our well wishers for their trust
and engagement. Their participation in activities, support for each other and dedication to the Centre's
mission are what keep our organisation strong and thriving. Our excellent team works in a very united
way like a family to make positive difference to our clients who in return are very appreciative of their
efforts. We sincerely hope to work with the same positive spirit.
l am very thankful to Mona Rapal for giving her time and expertise which has been a tremendous help
to our Centre.
l am especially thankful to my Director Mr. Channi Rapal, office manager Mrs. Daljit Major and our
kitchen staff for their untiring hard work, patience and for serving our older men and women and all
with great devotion and commitment.
Karamjit Bhullar
Chairpersontrrustee

HOUNSLOW MULTI CULTURAL CENTRE
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

HOUNSLOW MULTICULTURAL CE4 NTRE
AccouNTANT'S REPORT
The financial statements give a true and fair view, in accordance with
United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, of the state
Of Hounsloiv Multicultural Centre's affairs as at 31 March 2025 and
of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its
income and expenditure, for the year 31 March 2025.
SSOCIATES
ACCO
NTANTS & TAX CONSULTANTS
FIRST FLOOR,VED COURT
ALEXANDRA ROAD
HOUNSLOW
Tw3 ILS

HOUNSLOW MULTICULTURAL CENTRE
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31ST MARCH 2025
2025
2024
FIXED ASSETS
COST
DEPN
NET
Furniture
Equipment
Addition
500
500
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash at Bank
Debtors
161304
162571
161304
161304
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Creitors/accruals
58105
54635
NEf CURRENT ASSESTS
103199
107936
CAPITAL ACCOUNT
Opening Capital
Surplus/Loss for the Year
107936
-4736.6
89074
18862
103199.4
107396
Treasurer/secretary
Chairperson

HOUNSLOW MULTICULTURAL CENTRE
YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
2025
2024
INCOME
MEMBERSHIP
HALL HIRE
DONATIONS
CLASSES
LBH CONTRACT
OTHER GRANTS
OTHER INCOME
168
1935
1501
178
2900
2804
18278
10150
40500
17209
2500
HOME DELIVERY FOOD& LUNCHES
57947
59309
89979
125400

HOUNSLOW MULTICULTURAL CENTRE
INCOME & EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
2025
2024
INCOME
89979
125400
89979
LESS OVERHEADS
Salaries
58469
ki
59241
271
5846
1419
968
Water Rates/Rent
Light/Heat
Insurance
Telephone and Internet
Printing/Postage/Stationery
Materials and Catering
Cleaning/MAINT
TV Licence
Accountancy Fees
Other Activities
Legal and Professional Fees
Deliveries Cost
Depreciation
Sundries-
841
3804
1207
876
15908
2158
169
550
1370
4000
6263
22418
3751
675
4123
7326
500
300
95915
106538
NET PROFIT (LOSS) FOR THE YEAR
-5936
18862

HOUNSLOW MULTICULTURAL CENTRE
AccouNTANT9s REPORT
The financial statements give a true and fair view, in accordance with
United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, of the state
Of Hounsloiv Multicultural Centre's affairs as at 31 March 2025 and
of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its
income and expenditure, for the year 31 March 2025.
SSOCIATES
ACCO
NTANTS & TAX CONSULTANTS
FIRST FLOOR,VED COURT
ALEXANDRA ROAD
HOUNSLOW
Tw3 ILS