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Annual Report 2023
The Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu rise to 8,000 feet above sea level and are stunningly beautiful, with abundant wildlife, dramatic waterfalls and
mountainside covered with shola forest.
Geographically The Nilgiris with the neighbouring Wayanad district are situated between Karnataka to the north and Kerala to the west. The
territory is extraordinarily diverse, as indeed is the climate. All over the Nilgiris swathes of forest and ancient grasslands have been destroyed
and the landscape is populated by degraded and polluted watersheds and farms. Soil erosion is very noticeable, but yet there is a wealth of
biological diverslty corresponding to altitudes and geology. The communities living in the area are as diverse as the territory. Indigenous tribal
communities survive alongside newcomers including refugees from Sri Lanka. Gudalur at the foot of the hills to the West has a large Muslim
population as well as being a centre for the extensive Paniya community who until quite recently survived as bonded labourer5.
This is the area, and these are the kinds of people upon which Friends of H.O.P.E focusses, we see the Earth and People as belonging together,
encouraging communities to look after their land and use it well is at the very heart of our work.

CONTENTS
Executive summary....................................................................................................................................................................................
About Us............................................................................................................................................................-.......................................................
Poverty in the region.......................................................................-...................... .. ........................
Aspirations for an Organic Region............................................................................................................................................................. . .......-....
Climate smart resilient organic ecological farming.
Traditional Health programme (the RThMPI......................-......................
HIV support, mental health and stigma programmes............................
Eco Clubs and Education......................................
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Financial Review...............................
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Photo Gallery...................................................................... .......................................................................-............................................................. 16
Governance and Directors, responsibilities
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Independent examinerfs report .....
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Annual accounts for the year ended 31" Ortober 2023.........................................................................................................
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Executive summary
Above Vanya rememberTng her time with Joykumar and his wife
Our climate smart ecologically sensitive organic project was approved
by the Department of Horticulture and endorsed by the Collector at a
25 year celebratory event in Ooty, recogni5ing The Friends of H.O.P.E's
achievement in Nilgiris via our partnering agencies. Ms Shibila Mary and
the Collector spoke emotionally about their own experiences and why
it was necessary to rebuild the soil organically free of harmful chemicals,
pesticides and fertilizers. The degradation caused by destructive land
use practices has been going on over decades. Consequential health
impacts such a5 the increase in cancers touched a raw nerve for Ms
Shibila. We can now report that we have been given the opportunity to
lead organic transition under our programme, Organic Nilgiris 2030.
Included in the project will be restoration of wetlands, and sustainable
waste management.
Post this current year end, the parties and
stakeholders in Nilgiris approved the wording of an Mou committing to
the principle of our holistic approach. However, realistically it may
provide a challenge too far for them to see a formal agreement through.
We were pleased that Vanya Orr wa5 able to participate in this
remarkable achievement.
In the Nilgiris there are 72,900 smallholdings, all under 2.5 acres and
65,000 of those holdings are under l acre. The small marginal farmer5
and growers in these watorsheds aro most susceptible to economic
forces due to climate change, and influence of middlemen on the prices
they receive.
Thus, we have a real opportunity here to ensure the region becomes
totally organic in the farming sense, to improve carbon enrichment, to
prevent soil erosion and land degradation and to restore the natural
grasslands and shola forest of the Hill area. Organicslbiodynamics has
a direct influence on improving the natural environment. We are the
only NGO 5UPPOrting the organic movement in a meaningFul way that
tackles climate change.
The Nilgiris natural ecosystem is being decimated. Thi5 ecological cri51S
is very much intertwined with the Indigenous people. Changes in the
12ndscape have severely impacted the shola grassland mosaic and
challenged the traditional lifestyles of the indigenous people and
agricultural practices. The Nilgiris has the highest recorded use of
fertilizer and chemica15 in all India as researched by Keystone. To
achieve a good yield of say garlic, a farmer may use 9 times the normal
rate of nitrate Isource Keystone) and bags of fertilizer can be seen all
over the landscape waiting to be applied.
Indigenous knowledge is defined as 'A body of knowledge built up by a
group of people through generations of living in close contact with
nature, Traditional knowledge and practices have their own importance
as they have stood the test of time and have proved to be efficacious to
the local people and form the basis for their link with nature.

The Nilgiris is amongst the most fragile ecosystems in the world and
must be protected, particularly as it 15 widely accepted that the region
IS the source of water for South India.
Our traditional health project IRrrMPI offers a regular health service for
64 villages. IVHO'S) integrate with traditional healers. Statlstically, over
the course of a year, our 13 VHO'S see 4100 patients. Last year we
mentioned that we hoped to conclude an Mou with PSG but progress
has stalled, not because of a lack of willingness, but such is the way in
India which can be frustrating at times. We do know that the
expectation is there as they are interested in working with us and using
traditional treatments for their auto immune patients, and in
strengthening our service with health screenings, camps and health
awareness.
and protecting local traditions and cultures. The charity provides
financial support, strategic guidance and practical advice where needed
to our implementing partner agencies. All of our Trustees have Indian
connections and experience in dealing with both tribal and non-tribal
communities.
Mrs Rosaleen Mulji, David Pople and Prof Sheila Hi51ier
served as trustee5 of The Nilgiri5 Adivasi Trust INATI. Nicholas Grey Iwith
his wife Maryl were the founder trustees of Wells for India which works
in Rajasthan, Dr Mahesh Mathpati is a well-known and highly respected
Ayurvedic doctor. and Michael Moore lived and worked in India for
some years. All money raised by FOH, except for a very small amount
needed to cover its administrative expenses, is remitted to the
partnering NGO'S. The Trustees of FOH give their time and services
entirely on a voluntary basis.
All funding from us and sent to India meets FCRA rules and we are fully
compliant. We expect that The Garden of HOPE Trust will apply for full,
rather than partial, FCRA status during 202415 but in the meantime Prior
Permission status is sufficient.
Our HIV and mental health team are quite remarkable and help just over
250 people monthly. Health awarenes5 and stigma programmes have
been recognized duringthe year have been positively received, resulting
in more 2nd more people coming forward for testing and reflected in
the tested positive.. testing ratio improving significantly even though the
overall number of those registered for ART have gone up.
Our record of notable achievement.
Over the 25 year5, £lmillion has been sent to India for good causes.
One of our objectives and organic region is achievable, with a climate
smart programme Organic Nilgiris 2030 endorsed by the Dept of
Horticulture and The Collector and an Mou with the parties to be signed
in June 2024
Our traditional health project, the RThMP provides a health Service for
64 tribal villages, a population of some 7500 people and over 3800
patients are now being treated annually.
We 5UPPOrt over 250 people affected by HIV.
Initiated eco clubs in government schools.
About us
The Friends of H.O.P.E IFoH} has inspired many villages and rural
communities of the Nilgiris to apply traditional self-help practical and
Sustainable knowledge that embrace5 traditional local foods, traditional
health, medicinal plants and their uses, organic and biodynamic
methods of agriculture, animal husbandry, water conservation and
environmental protection.
FOH was formed in 1998 to support Vanya Orrfs holistic vision for
sustainable communities, our 'economics of permanence,, in restoring

Poverty in the region
Poverty amongst Tribal communities is commonplace. These indigenous
peoples rely on agriculture and the forest for their livelihoods, and
farming is in crisis. Statistically in rural areas such as the Nilgiris over
31% of the scheduled castes and about 200A of the backward classes
come into the poverty category Isource.. socialjustice.nic.inl. The rur21
poor in the Nilgiri5 include an indigenous tribal population of almost
28,000- Irullas, Kotas, Todas, Paniyas and Kuru mba5 being the principal
group5. The agriculturalist Badagas, numbering some 200,000, are also
often referred to as indigenous peoples as their origins can be tr2ced
back as far as the other groups, but mostly they migrated from the plains
a few hundred years ago.
The daily wage for a male agricultural worker is between Rs450 and
1000 perday atthe moment, and forwomen around Rs300-450 perday
but many of the people wo come across have a much lesser income. For
example, those people who are 'retired' on a nominal pension income
have to engage in the 100-day worker scheme to meet every day needs.
But he poorest members of society we deal with are found in tribal
communities 2nd those affected by HIV, 2nd who often only receive an
average daily income of les5 than Rs3001£3.001.
Malnutrition is increasing and many say this is due to poverty. Our
research amongst those with anaemia, indicates this is true. Due to a
shift away from tradition21 diets. The HIV community is particularly
impacted contributing to their weakened imm une systems.
Relationship between The Friends of H.O.P.E and its partners
The relationship between FOH and the partnering agencies is governed
by Memoranda of Understanding (Mou'sl or Project Agreement Ithe
govern ing documents). These documents define the parameters as to
how the charities work together, with FOH providing funding, advisory
and practical help with Indian agencie5 being the implementing
partner5. The Mou's allow for FOH to be provided with regular reports,
and also stipulate that each NGO will be fully accountable to FOH for the
way in which funding is used. Therefore, those who give money can be
assured donations are used for the intended purpose and not wasted.
Aspiration5 for an Organic Region
Over the years we have consistently promoted an organic region as the
practical way to restore soil and tackle the degradation of the
landscape. The Nilgiris, an area of 2,500 sq km, is a unique Biosphere
and many argue it is one of the world's most important. The Stat
Government introduced The Tamil Nadu Organic Policy for the Nilgiris
(March 20231 closely followed by an Agricultural Bill providing
significant funding for organic awareness and transition (April 20231.
We quote.. A special scheme to promote organic farming in the
Nilgiris district will be implemented by the state government over a
period of five years at an outlay of Rs 50 crore. Creation of awareness
on organic farming, reducing the use of chemical fertilizers,
A typical example of poor housing in the region

introduction of organic cultivation practices, providing guidance on the
production of vermicompost, panchagavya and dasagavya, extending
cultivation assistance, registration for organic certification and creation
of markets for organic produces will be carried out in the coming year
at an outlay of Rs 5 crore,, said Panneerselvam, Agriculture Minister.
To integrate the Nilgiris farmers, efforts into the global effort to
gain global recognition and support.
To mitigate climate change through organic farming.
Whenever possible encourage the restoration of natural
habitats, particularly at the forest line and restoration of
wetlands
Help achieve sustainable waste solution5 at farm, household and
village level.
Revlsiting our strategy for Organic transltion and tackling climate
change
As mentioned in our executive summary, we held a celebratory event in
Ooty in October marking and informing people of our achievement since
we were formed in 1998. The event provided the ideal opportunity to
launch our 'climate smart, micro-watershed approach titled 'Organ ic
Nilgiris 2030,.
However, this may be a cosmetic statement as so much money is
generated by the fertilizer lobby
The organic movement initiative was introduced by Vanya Orr and this
movement, undertaken with FOH funding, is now implemented via our
partner in India, The Garden of HOPE Trust IGOHTI.
How can this be achieved? Practical objectlves
To upgrade the skills and methodologies of organic and
biodynamic farming system among rural farming communities.
Help 'chemical' farmers change their cultivation practice
Help farmers and growers optimise yield and income
To facilitate a concept of environmental citizenship among the
Nilgiris farmers, through integration of knowledge, sense of
responsibility and successful action to rebuild soil, mitigating
topsoil erosion particularly during heavy monsoon rains.
Using social media and TV channel media, target future
generations and enlist their support in tackling climate change.
To reinforce and reward existing environment friendly lifestyles
among youth, engaging with their lobby via social media to
eradicate chemicals and pesticides, improving health and
nutrition of people and the environment {H.O.P.El
Work with colleagues who can offer significant knowledge and
ways of furthering organic awarene55 in schools and
organisation5.
Above. fom?al presentation of Organlc Nilglris 2030 project to the Joint
Director, Horticulture Ms. Shibilu Mury

sn principle, 12 organic awareness centres IOAC'S) will be established on
farmers, land in each of the different climatic zones of the Nilgiri5. At
the time of writin& we are six months into the program and 2 OAC'S are
established. 2 more OAC'S have been commenced, each owned by
enthusiastic women, and 3 are currently in the process of selection out
of a total of 23 potential farmers. We expect a lot from the OAC. The
farmer is expected to host visits from other farmer5 in his watershed
valley (thus creating farmer interest groups) and encourage households
to establish kitchen gardens. In return we engage by helping with
detailed planning, provision of technical assistance and initial financial
support.
Coping with animal conflict.
The loss of natural habitats and forest for wildlife has meant that
farmers cultlV3tions are frequently destroyed by wildlife seeking water
and food - in particular "bison" ruining crops . Elephants too can cause
severe problems. Livestock is threatened by tigers, leopard5, panthers
and the like. Livestock numbers are down which is a problem in itself as
the product of the cow is essential to organic applications, BD
composting, BD preps, panchagavya etc.
Our watershed mapping identifies wetlands, ancient water courses, that
need to be opened up, and sustainable waste programmes are being
planned for implementation at household and village level, indeed,
these might be exciting participative projects for schools and collegesl
In other words, we shall continue with our holistic approach.
Full data capture 15 being gathered from the first two selerted micro-
watersheds. GPS mapping is key as there are 233 watersheds in the
Bench terracing is important to the watershed v311eys and significantly
is recognized by Organic producers as a means to prevent further soil
erosion. Watershed 'management' provides the opportunity to look at
restoration of natural habitats and the shola forest with other
stakeholders such as the Forest Department and the Directorate of the
SADP. We seek to engage with indigenous groups who, when all is said
and done, are tho natur31 custodians of the forest, and document and
understand the ancient ways that should be reintroduced to manage
the ecology of the Nilgiri5 biosphere in the face of extreme climatic
change.
Above Mohunraj called tofffte t7 leopard caught in wire on u tea estate at Lovedale,
near Ooty.
Aggressive weather patterns, drought and consolidated periods of
mon500n, can be devasting for the smaller enterprise. Our climate
smart resilient farming and horticulture strategy, recognises the need
to restore natural habitat5 and the forest ecology. Somo fertilizers and
chemicals are applied 9-fold, for example to garlic, in order to obtain 3
yield,. no wonder there is such degradation here and increase5 cancors.

Kotofarmers receiving training
Engogement with the community
Educating local schools, colleges and communities about the impacts
of climate change on micro watersheds and the importance of
adopting sustainable land-use prartices, is an important part of our
educating process. Organic awareness and climate change campaigns
is leadin8 to the communit(s involvement in sustainable land-u5e
practices and promote a more climate-resilient micro watershed.
Janardhan talking to JSS students about impact of climate change
Below.'Jaykumor explaining orgonic inputsfrom recycled waste to Ch(Jndran,
Assistant Director, Horticulture
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Below, Blue Mountain students forest experience and climate change
Some 30formers, the JD Horticulture and The Collector carne to the
inaugurrjtion of thefirst OAC established on JaykumLyr s small holding of less
tht7n on acre.

Our traditional health service programme (RTTMP)
In March 2023 we signed) a 5-year Mou with TDU as research partner,
and GOHT as the implementing partner via the RThMP programme.
This allows for the anaemia research project to be extended by a
further 3-4 years. CL¢rrently 650 families are participating. The local
healers and VHO'S have gained insightful knowledge about iron
deficiency anaemia and sickle cell. Planning is in hand to extend both
number of villages and families which mean that more local healers
will be needed. Provision for other research programmes as may be
agreed, was also written into the agreement.
The value of local health traditions to indigenous communities goes
back in time over thousands of years. Our health programme focuse5
on tribal villages found on the Eastern slopes near Kothagiri town in
the Nilgiris. The strategy definod by our team and local healer5
proposes key activities to sustain the project and which are set within
the broader FOH objective of drawing upon traditional knowledge to
improve health for tribal communities, linking environmental concerns for
the forest and the urgent need to restore 5011 health within agriculture and
horticulture.
Our team of 13 tribal women IVHO'SI together with a group of local
traditional healers, resource the project. Five mombers of our VHO
team are also now recognised as healers evidenced by Quality Care
India certification. And we are looking at testing other VHO'S who we
feel meetthe required standard.
The RThMP programme looks at longterm TRADITIONAL health
5UStainability for the people by the people. Local knowledge utilises
the power of medicinal plants efficacy. Over 3876 patients were
treated during the year, an average of 323 per day.
The RThMP team meets each month to review progress and discuss
cases. To help regularise data collection it was agreed that a mobile
APP be developed. Most of the team have smart phones but Wi-
Fi/WhatsApp connectivity is sometimes problematic. The team
outlined the activity Istrategyl they wished to strengthen over the next
3-4 years-
We continue to review progress, and collection of patient and village
data allows us to determine the number of households by village and
their health conditionlsl. Further, a patient's illness is coded red,
amber or green, with red demanding constant or frequent 5UPPOrt.
Chronic conditions which our tearn categorise as long-term medical
conditions might include anaemia and diabetes with underlying causes
identified and recorded.
Improve the basic health service provided.
Continue to document ancient traditional knowledge handed
down through generations and thus safeguard for the future.
Participate in the anaemia research programme by monitoring
Hg levels, dietary outcomes and well-being.
Capacity building is provided by FRLHTnDU.
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Increase health awareness. Vanya had a syllabus of educating
village women in particular on the way the b.ody functions and
the importance of a good balanced diet.
Develop traditional rnedicines and oils. This involve5 an
understanding of standards and licensing.
School programme-to introduce, or improve awareness of the
value of, and how to identify, medicinal plants and their uses.
to offer internships to university students and to those from
tribal villages seeking to gain knowledge.
Continue to prepare and distribute pandemic decoction5 at
village level.
Work in a holistic manner to encourage villagers to establish
kitchen nutritional gardens.
81 kitchen herbal garden5 have been created. and 26 schools are
involved in the school programme.
Interaction occurs with organic farmers in the tribal villages.
Students in 26 schools learn about medicinal p12nts found in the forest
around their school, whilst a150 learning about basic health.
The plan for the latter part of 2024 is to extend the RftMP to othertribal
areas, notably Gudalur valley, and villages dotted around Coonoor and
Ooty. This will mean taking on 4-5 more VHO'S who would work
alongside the certified healers in those areas.
It is hoped that the discussions with PSG Hospitals about a partnering
under the terms of an Mou can be progressed in 2024. PSG seem keen
to use the RThMP'5 tribal health produrts for treating their auto
immune disease patients. In return PSG have offered to help us with
screening programmes and health awareness generally. There are other
potent121 benefits as well. including internship exchange with PSG'S
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A selection of troditional oils cnd medicines
The programme records that there has been-
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Our HIV support and stigma programmes
We are supporting over 250 of the 503 people on the ART register, a
further significant increase on the year before.
We are evidencing some success as we exted our heath awarene55 and
HIV stigma initiatives. Stat15tically, more people are coming forward for
testing. Although the total number of recorded HIV affected people
ha5 risen as per the ART register, indeed, on the balance of
probabilities that would obviously be the case, the ratio (number of
tests.. tested positivel has improved. In school, college and education
centres we have been particulary well received and altough we don't
have the analysis of the groups coming forwatd for testing, our
openesss in talking about a taboo subjert is welcomed amongst the
One to one counselling, group therapies, stigma reduction, nutrition,
mental health, are all essential interventions. Sathiya, our programme
manager, and his small team are building relationship5 and trust.
Regular visits are made to the ART offices, either to collect
prescription5 on behalf of clients or importantly to en sure close ties
With Sathiya stepping up to be overall health programme director we
are looking to recruit one or two m ore people from the HIV
community to train as counsellors.
The table below lists the number of meetings land attend8ncel of
people who have partlClP2ted in our stigma, HIV awareness
programme. Our stigma programme is planned over 3 years- always
there are new groups to meet and talk to. Whilst we believe the
programme is Working well, we still come across many instances of
anguish caused by lack of awareness, lack of patient privacy and
ignorance.
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We offer frequent counse15ing for individuals, farnilies and
comrnunities to help them overcome concerns and issues they sense
and meet in their day to day lives. This is done by constantly raising
awareness. Gradually, we have seen knowledge levels improving, and
numerou5 changes in attitudes and behaviour have been noted in visit
reports and monitoring. The client a150 is noticing an improving
situation.
HIV awareness and stigma in the hospital environment
There is a continuing need to address stigma but a strong focus for us
is the student where there is a real perception of the young learning
from the sessions we provide. In schools and colleges, we historically
noticed significant discrimination and ignorance, and have reports on
file of teachers refusing to let children continue in school once their HV
status is known, or indeed where HIV posltive children are not allowed
to socialise, necessitating a school transfer. We now see a much better
situation. The young have the potential to be great peer educators, via
technology and social media.
The problem will never really go away, given the cultures of the region.
Constant village visits will be necessary over the next year when a final
review will take place. People with HIV or affected by HIV will continue
to face discrimination by mainstream society and are badly treated
everywhere. There is a huge reluctance to tall< about HIV, making our
counselling forums essential. Most people affected, including children,
acquired HIV without any knowledge and it is only when they are
tested that they find out, often with calamitous consequences to
family and community life. It was to address this need that our
nutritional and psychological support programmes were also Started.
People with HIV often suffer the impacts of stigma when visiting health
care settings. Sathiya reports that training and meeting with health
care staff over the past years has dramatically improved staff
understanding of HIV, from paediatric care to ART dolivery. The
healthcare settor has its own challenges, frequent staff rotation, new
staff and we are talking to the sector about regular induction of staff.
We hope to see further improvement across this sector over the next
twelve months. Sathiya makes regular visits to key healthcare
manager5 and doctors and the relationships are testament to the
goodwill he is creating.
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provide nutrition supplements marking auspiciou5 occasions, such as
Divali.
Everyone asks when the monthly nutrition and group therapy
meetings will restart. They recognise the enormous benefits, both
physical and mental, this service gives. By charting each client before
and after nutrition we can see a huge improvement in CD04 levels.
Support was available 2417 for anyone who needed help.
Above.. Sumithro tolking to daily woge workplL7ce and teo estate workers
When funds were available to provide nutrition support,
approximately 120 beneficiaries on average received supplements and
vegetables on each occasion, free of charge.
Below.. Nutrition distribution and group therapy event in Ooty Feb 2023. 116
Beneficiaries received nutrition supplements on thcjt occasion.
Eco-clubs
The aim of the Eco club is to develop a green consciousness and social
responsibility. Through Eco Clubs we promote recycling, composting,
organic gardening, evidencing the importance of the natural
environment- the forest and plants found in the forest, particularly
medicinal plants found around the villages in the Nilgiris region. With
so much em phasis placed on climate change we are introducing
climate change irTrto the eco club syllabus. The syllabus will cover
c13ssroam-based activity, practical work- nutrition school garden,
forest and wetland vi51ts and restorative projects, regular village clean
up drives etc. and an introduction to sustainable waste.
Currently, the RThMP team have engaged with 26 schools and our
ecology team has imitated clubs in two elite schools Riverside and Blue
Mountain. A further short list of schools wanting to join the eco club
network has been drawn up following conversations with head
teacher5. We plan to help the schools establish organic gardens
growing vegetables, culinary and medicinal herbs, and where space
Meetings led by Sathiya cre3te a safe environment in which to share
problems, struggles and provide enlightenment and motivation to live
meaningfully - different problem-solving strategies are discussed.
Individual as well as group counsollingsessions, are available.
We want to restart regular distribution of much needed nutritional
supplements and organic vegetable5 which we had to stop because of
lockdown restrictions and the logistics of delivering both Supplements
and produce to each centre. We manage our unrestricted funding to
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permits, encourage the creation of a botanical garden and tree
p5anting.
Our climate smart resilient farming strategy encompasses
environmental protection, and the tribal schools are to be approached
to help with research and documenting traditional conservation of the
forest around them.
PhD: ex
lorin
self-reliance in primary healthcare among familles and
communities using traditional medirine.
We are looking forward to the publication of this valuable research
programme.
Our Education Fund
FOH support young people from tribal communities andlor backward
class family backgrounds. Through the Garden of HOPE Trust, we are
looking to introduce internships for student5 attending the Government
Arts College, Ooty; Emerald Heights and Providence and J5S colleges,
and which might be offered across our range of activities...social media,
website, traditional health, maybe mental health, environment/climate
change, ecology/biodiversity, and organics.
The FOH fund provided support to Emim3 through to 2023, and at the
end of the year, we were rewarded when Emima was achieved a isr
Class degree and is now Dr Emima, Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medical
Sciences degree {BAMS}. She has accepted a two-year post
qualification practical opportunity at the I-AIM hospltal near Bangalore
during which she'll be exposed a150 to A&E, and non-traditional
interventions during secondment to one or two Bangalore City based
hospitals.
Below, students 17t Pudur Gnd 6Grikiyurschools
Fundralsing events
No fundraising events were held during the year.
Financial review
The FOH accounts are available separately and upon request. They are
also found via our web site or on the Charity Commission's web site.
Income during the year amounted to £43,676 (previous year £52,612).
The Trustees, policy 15 that 311 funds lexcept for nominal administrative
costsl should be sent to India, and particularly at times when we can
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take advantage of preferential exchange rates. In this way we can
optimize our project funding. Total funds expended on projects during
the year amounted to £32,552 Iprevious year £61,521).
Local UK administrative costs amounted to just £950 (previous year
£1,785 as detailed in the annual accounts). Grants and donations over
£700 were received from the following organizations-.
The Souter
Charitable Trust,. St Clare and St Francis Trust. The Cumber Family Trust,
Nilgiris Adivasi Trust, CB and HH Taylor 1984 Charitable Trust, The
Farthing Trust.
We are a150 grateful to other charities and individuals who have
contributed to our income by way of grants, donations, responses to
appeals and gift aid. Your 5UPPOrt is so very much appreciated.
Before lockdown.. The collectorvi51ting the GoHTstund at Gn Orgonic confrrence in Ooty.
Photo Gallery
Lfikhsmi being tested during Quolity Core India certification programme.
Lakhsmi was one of six of our VHO'S who received certification ond
recognition as an opproved HeLTler.
Kesolgdct school mediGintTlplGntttndbotoniGolgJrden
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8elow.' ofann workerleurning how toprepore JeevomrithGm
Sothiyuposing with L7 gmup of htalthcore students ondstu
Above and below.. HIV5tigmu workplGce'owGreness meetings
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100 dGV workergroup, MGsinogudi.. Heolth Hlvuwureness meeting
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THE FRIENDS OF H.O.P.E.
(Company limited by guarantee and not having a share capital)
DIRECTORS, REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 ocfoBER 2023
The directors, who are also trustees of the charity, present their report and the accounts for the year ended 31
October 2023.
The governing document of the charity is the Memorandum and Articles of Association incorporated on 9
October 1998. The Friends of H.O.P.E. is a company limited by guarantee. The liability of the members is limited
by their guarantee. In the event of the company being wound up during the period of their membership lor
within a year following), members undertake to contribute such amounts as may be required, up to a maximum
of £10.
The annual general meeting deals with the appointment of trustees and other matters such as approval of the
report and accounts and the appointment of auditors.
The objectives of the charity are..
al the relief of poverty and sickness and to advance education among the inhabitants of the Nilgiri region of
India,. and
bl the encouragement and promotion of the protection and preservation of the environment in the Nilgiri
region of India.
RESERVES POLICY AND RISK MANAGEMENT
It is the objective of the directors to hold whenever possible approximately six month's expenditure in reserves,
but it is also our policy to take advantage of a good exchange rate whenever possible. We therefore monitor the
combined reserves of our NGO partners and The Friends of H.O.P.E on a monthly basis to preserve a sound
reserves policy.
The risks to which the charity is exposed are frequently reviewed and procedures have been established to
manage those risks.
DIRECtORS /TRUSTEES
Dr Nicholas Grev
Prof Sheila Hillier
Michael Moore
Dr Mahesh Mathpati
Rosaleen Mulji
David Pople
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THE FRIENDS OF H.O.P.E.
(Company limited by guarantee and not having a share capital}
DIRECTORS. REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 ocfoBER 2023 (CONTINUED)
DIRECtORS' RESPONSIBILITIES
The direttors are responsible for preparing the Directors, Report and the accounts in accordance with applicable
law and regulations.
Company law requires the directors to prepare accounts for each financial period which give a true and fair view
of the State of affairs of the company at the end of the period and of its income or expenditure for the period. In
preparing those accounts, the directors are required to:_
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistentlyi
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent,.
state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures
disclosed and explained in the accounts,.
prepare the accounts on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the company
will continue in operation.
The director5 are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at
any time the financial position of the company and to enable them to ensure that the accounts comply with the
Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the asset5 of the company and hence for taking
reasonable Steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
This report has been prepared in accordance with the small companies regime under Section 419121 of the
Companies Art 2006, and in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic
of Ireland IFRS 1021 and the Statement of Recommended Practice- applicable to charities preparing their
accounts in accordance with FRS 102.
By order of the board on
and signed on its behalf by
M Moore
Director
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS, REPORT
TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE FRIENDS OF H.O.P.E
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the company for the year ended 31 October
2023, which are Set out on pages 22 to 27.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND BASIS OF REPORT
As the trustees of the charitable company land also its directors for the purposes of company lawl you are
responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006
I'the 2006 Act'l.
Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the charitable 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
charitable company's accounts as carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 (the '2011 Act'l. In
carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section
14515llbl of the 2011 Act.
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
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..
11 accounting records were not kept in respect of the charitsble company a5 required by section 386 of the 2006
Act,. or
21 the accounts do not accord with those accounting records,. or
31 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 fail view which is not a matter considered as part of an
independent examination,. or
41 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
IFRS 1021.
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.
CI GOODHEAD FCA
KNIGHT GOODHEAD LIMITED
Chartered Accotjntants
7 Bournemouth Road
Chandler'5 Fold
Ea5tleigh
Hampshire S053 3DA
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THE FRIENDS OF H.O.P.E.
(Company limited by guarantee and not having a share capital)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIALAcfiviTIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2023
Ilncluding Income and Expenditure Account)
Total
funds
2023
Total
funds
2022
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Notes
Income
Donations and legacies
22,376
21,300
43,676
52,612
TOTAL INCOME
22,376
21.300
43,676
52.612
Expenditure
Charitable activities
H.O.P.E. projects
16,183
17,319
33,502
63,305
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
16.183
17,319
33.502
63,305
Net 5ncome for the year
6,193
3,981
10,174
110,6931
FUNDSAT31 ocfoBER 2022
4,918
1,188
6,106
16,799
FUNDS AT 31 ocfoBER 2023
ii,iii
5,169
16,280
6.106
The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and105ses recognised in the year.
All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.
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THE FRIENDS OF H.O.P.E.
(Company limited by guarantee and not havin8 a Share capital)
COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2022
{Including Income and Expenditure Accountl
Total
funds
2022
Unrestricted
funds
Restrlcted
funds
Income
Donations and legacies
22,123
30,489
52,612
TOTAL INCOME
22,123
30,489
52,612
Expenditure
Charitable activities
H.O.P.E. projects
21,342
41,963
63,305
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
21.342
41,963
63.305
Net income / {expenditurel for the year
781
111,4741
110,6931
FUNDS AT 31 ocfoBER 2021
4,137
12,662
16,799
FUNDS AT 31 OCTOBER 2022
4,918
1,188
6.106
The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.
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THE FRIENDS OF H.O.P.E.
(Company limited by guarantee and not having a share capital)
(COMPANY NUMBER 36473891
BALANCE SHE￿ AT 31 OCTOBER 2023
Notes
2023
2022
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
5,533
1,227
5,516
6,743
Cash at bankand in hand
11,961
17,494
CREDITORS: amounts falling
due within one year
11,2141
16371
NET CURRENT Asstrs
16,280
6,106
NET AssErs
16,280
6,106
FUNDS
General Fund
Restricted Fund
ii,iii
5,169
4,918
1,188
io
16.280
6,106
For the financial year ended 31 October 2023, the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section
477 Companies Act 2006. No member of the company has deposited a notice, pursuant to section 476, requiring
an audit of these accounts.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for ensuring that the company keeps accounting records, which
comply with section 386, and for preparing accounts, 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 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 accounts, so far as applicable to the company.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the
small companies regime within Part 15 of the Companies Art 2006.
Approved by the board of directors on
and signed on its behalf by
M Moore
Director
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THE FRIENDS OF H.O.P.E.
(Company limited by guarantee and not having a share capital)
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 ocfoBER 2023
I ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Accountin9 Convention
The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with the Financial
Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 and the Statement of Recommended
Practice.. applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with FRS 102.
The charity meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially
recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy note.
The accounts have been prepared on the going concern basis. There are no material uncertainties about the
charity's ability to continue.
Income
Income is recognised when received, together with any associated tax refund, except for income given for
specific purposes where it is matched against the related expenditure.
Expenditure
Expenditure is recognised in the period to which it relates and is allocated to the appropriate cost heading. No
material items of expenditure require apportionment across more than one category. Support costs are
allocated between funds based on the corresponding income split in the period.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general
objectives of the charity.
Designated funds are unrestricted funds earmarked by the trustees for specific purposes.
Restricted funds are subjected to restrictions on their expenditure imposed by the donor.
2 LEGAL STATUS
The charitable company was incorporated on 9 October 1998 in England and Wales and was registered on 25
October 2000 with the Charity Commission in England and Wales. The registered number is 03647389 and the
charity number is 1083028. The charity is a public benefit entity.
The reEi5tered office of the charity is 7 Bournemouth Road, Chandler'5 Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire, S053 3DA.
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THE FRIENDS OF H.O.P.E.
(Company limited by guarantee and not having a share capital)
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2023 (continued)
3 TOTAL INCOME
Total
funds
Total
fund5
Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2023
2022
Grants
Donations
Gift aid reclaimed
19,699
2,143
534
21,300
40,999
2,143
534
50,489
1.656
467
22,376
21,300
43,676
52,612
4 HOPE PROJECtS
Total
funds
2023
Total
funds
2022
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Grant funded activities
Fundraising
Support costs
Accountancy and independent examination
15,111
585
148
339
16,300
556
141
322
31,411
1,141
289
57,441
4,080
1,154
630
661
16,183
17,319
33,502
63,305
5 TOTAL EXPENDITURE
No director received any remuneration during this or the previous year. During the year reimbursed expenses
relating to project costs of £1,99912022- £8011 were paid to one trustee.
6 DEBTORS
2023
2022
Gift aid recoverable
Accrued income
533
5,000
467
Prepayments
760
5,533
1,227
7 CREDITORS= amounts falling due within one year
2023
2022
Trade Creditors
Accruals
589
625
553
637
1,214
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THE FRIENDS OF H.O.P.E.
(Company li mited by guarantee and not having a share capital)
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 ocfoBER 2023 {continued)
8 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS
Fund5
brought
foThvard
Funds
carried
forward
Income Expenditure
General fund5
4,918
22,376
116,1831
ii,iii
9 RESTRICTED FUNDS
Funds
brought
forward
Funds
carried
forward
Income Expenditure
Education fund
HIVIHealth
Farming and sustainable villages
300
13001
16,0001
111,Q191
6,000
15,000
1,188
5,169
1,188
21,300
117,3191
5,169
Educatlon fund: The Nilgiris Adivasi Trust INATI and Friends of HOPE contribute to tribal school running costs
and bursary support for students attending higher secondary school5.
HIVIHealth fund: The funding for people living with HIV covers screening for both HIV and TB, counselling,
vocational support and nutritional supplements.
Farming and sustainable villages: Encourages farmers to convert to organic farming practices and to restore
goodness to the soil, thus helping to protect the natural environment.
10 ANALYSIS OF NEf ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS
Unrestrlcted
Restricted
funds
Tot31
funds
funds
As at 31 October 2023
Debtors
Bank and cash
Creditors
5,533
6,792
11,2141
ii,iii
5,533
11,961
11,2141
16,280
5,169
5,169
As at 31 October 2022
Debtors
Bank and cash
Creditors
1,227
4,328
16371
4,919
1,227
5,516
16371
6,106
1,188
1,188
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