Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Charity number 1098748 A Company limited by guarantee number 4064605 Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 Contents Page Trustees, report 2to7 Statement of financial activities Balance sheet Notes to the accounts 10t014 Prepared by: Tony Hewitson
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Trustee. report for the year 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 Legal Fomi The Al-Ghazali Mulli-cullural Centre is a registered charity, number 1098748 dated 25th July 2003 and a registered Company, limited by guarantee, number 4064605 formed on 4th September 2000. The Governing Documenl are the Memorandum and Articles of Association amended by special resolutions dated 21 sl June 2003 and further on 4th May 2008 . The charity seeks lo. al The advancement of education in accordance with the principle5 of the lailh of Isalm, in particular through the establishment and formation of a School bl To advance the education of the public in Is18mic culture, religion and tradition cl To promote the benefit ol the inhabilanls of Liverpool, in particular members of the Muslim communty wilhoul distinction of sex. age, sexual orientation, race, or political, religious or other opinions, by association together of the said inhabilanls with the local authorities, voluntary and other organisalions in a common effort to advance education and training, to promote good health and to provide leisure lime occupation, and for other such charitable puposes as the Trustees will decide dl lo promote integration and cultural understanding as well as providing an Islamic education service for the Muslim community Board of Trustees The board ol trustees also forms the executive committee and appoint officers who are responsible for the day lo day running of the youth club. Trustees are elected annually by members al the AGM and meet quarterly. The senior man2gemenl team meet weekly and the Trustees meet quarterly Chairman: Mr Kamal Mashjari Other Directors: Mr Ismail Qadir Mr Sam Elselwi Mr Abdi-Rahman Ahmed Ms Shadia Abdullah Miss Anfal Saif Ms Leyla Na55er Mashjari Icompany Secretary) Registered addres$ 35 Earle road, Liverpool L7 6HD Bankers HSBC. Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 Accountanulndependent Examiner Kamran Mukhtsar on behalf of Aahil & Co Accountants Ltd
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Trustee. report continued STRUCTURE. GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT The Al-Ghazali Mulli-cullural Centre is managed and governed by Trustees. Management committee meetings are held every week and agenda items include finance, health & safety and project reports. New trustees are appointed at the annual general meeting OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES FOR THE PERIOD al The advancement of education in accordance with the principles of the faith of Isalm, in particular through the establishment and formation of a school bl To advance Ihe education of the public in Islamic culture, religion and tradition cl To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of Liverpool, in particular members of the Muslim community wilhoul dislin¢lion of sex, age, sexual orientation, race. or political, religious or other opinions. by association together of the said inhabilanls with the local authorities, voluntary and other organisations in a common effort lo advance education and training, to promote good health and lo provide leisure lime occupation, and for other such charitable puposes as the Trustees will decide dl lo promote integration and cultural understsnding as well a5 providing an Islami¢ education service for the Muslim community ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE FOR THE PERIOD The cenlfe has a number of projects which entail programmes and activities lo meet the needs of the local community and to strengthen ils cohesion. Our biggest achievement of the year has been our successful application to the Youth Investment Fund, which 15 one of the governments levelling up schemes to improve youth cenlres across the country and increase the number of young people we can support. Through this grant we will be refurbishing our building and expanding the internal space we have. This will enable us lo increase our youth offer and support more young people in our community. Preparations have been in place lo choose 3 contractor and for works lo siarl as soon as possible. T he grants receiveQ trom Liverpool Gity Louncil LRG ¢epartmenl remain one ot the tuncjing sources tor the cenlre. The Youth club activities have been funded by the city council's Youth and Play programme. We also received funding from the Liverpool HAF (Holiday and Food Progffimmel to deliver Junior and senior play schemes during summer. Christmas and Easter school holidays, and funding from the Cily Council for Half term breaks which aim to support families who have children on free school meals lo access free play and fnnd aroar2mmps InrAIIv Some funds continued from last financial year including a Lollery Youth consortium IGTDTI grant for the youth club, Make It happen Grant lo continue ladies, health and fitness sessions. A grant from LCVS Community Impact fund for Esol class for Isolated ladies and Community Forresl Funding for allotment project5. And the addition of the UK Prosperity Fund lo improve IT access for the community and a grant from LCVS Skelton Fund for resources and equipment for our youth club. The centre continues lo pay back the loan from the Bounce Back Loan scheme which start in April 2022 and will continue for five years. The centre is continuing in its efforts lo fundraise to complete its refurbishment of the youth cenlre. Al-Ghazali's five core projects: 1. Al-Ghazall Youth Club: The project has suecessfully used sport, games, and leisure to bring a diverse group of young people together. The project delivers weekly activities on sile and off sile for young people both males and females.
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Trustee. report contlnued 1. A1haza1[ Youth Club: (continued) The youth club has been able ID access a variety of funding opportunities to tackle several issues faced by young people including mental Health. physi¢al health. education, and aspirations for young people from BME and E8slem European communities. Funding has also supported largeled activities during school holidays from HAF (Liverpool's Holiday food programmel and Liverpool City Council. This year saw the conlinualion of our project with consortium lead Granby Toxlelh Development Trust lo deliver part5 of the Lottery youth fund, delivering focused yDulh activities around. wellbeing. aspirations, cohesion and young people making good decisions lo support resilience. This year saw the continuation of our project with consortium lead Granby Toxlelh Development Tru5110 deliver part5 of the Lollery youth fund. delivering focused youth activities around, wellbeing, aspirations, cohesion and yOLJng people making good decisions to support resilience. Its sporting activities have been very su¢¢essful with the ¢ontinued achievements in Karate. The karate club Gonlinues ils affiliation with the JKS England. part of the English kar81e Federation. The karate club continues lo expand with increased number ol members. The youth club has continued lo form links with other youth clubs and community groups and wntinues to be Dne of the main members of the Piclon area Youth consortium. The youth Club volunteering scheme continues lo allracl new volunteers and empower and equip young people with skills for life. 2. Educationl Par*nts Advocacy Project This project assists in improving the educational attainment of Black and racial minority children and young people. The project has managed lo deliver the following activities.. Working with schools in Liverpool lo delivèr Cultural Awarenes5 assemblies and classroom workshops. The prDiecl also has a drop-in service al the centre lo support parents in choosing primary and secondary schools for their children and helping them complete application and appeal forms and make necessary phone calls. The project has continued and developed partnership5 Wlth schools. local authority, and the voluntary seclor. The project continues to be involved in community issues and needs through its affiliation with the SSN Istjpplemenlary School's Network). The project also delivers a variety of adult education classes. short and long courses. These include, ESOL. Arabic for non-Arabic speakers, Oriving theory course with Esol support, Esol for employment course. 3. Al.Ghazali Cultural Project: The project is committed to promoting understanding of Liverpool's faith and heritages. developing social Inclusion and cohesion in cornmunilies. The project undertook the following services.. Interpreting and translating. language 5UPPOrt at Al- Ghazali and outside. Inlerfailh events, cultural festivals. Building relations with different communities and bodies within Merseyside. We also provide advice to police and Schools on issues relating to BME and Muslim communities. We represent our ¢omrnunity al council workshops and events. We supported users with a variety immigration, welfare, and health agendas by completing applications on their behalf. We hold regular conferences, community engagement5, inlerfailh dialogue, and events lo bring comfflunilies together.
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Trustee. report continued 4. Al-Ghazali Supplementary School The school aims lo develop pupils, ability lo use Arabic effectively for the purpose of practical communication on a day-lo-day level and prepare for recognised qualification in the language such as GCSE and A, level qualifications 2nd lo prepare children and young people lo be able lo read and understand the Holy Quran. The project introduces the students lo the Arabic writing system and enables them lo develop their ability lo read and write using basic words and sentences. The project emphasises the skills of speaking. listening, reading, and writing. Leaming a foreign language can enhance relationships between people of different cultures and backgrounds. The school also delivers Islamic studies education with the aim of getting pupils lo develop these skills and lake on recognised GCSE and A, level qualifications. The school aims al supporting children lo understand the true essence of the Islarnic religion and practice it in an unprejudiced way while continuing lo preserve their identity. The school runs ils Sessions over the weekends and has over 200 children on register beeen the age of 5 10 18 years old. The school employs 12 leaching staff and has 12 volunteers. The s¢hool Is being delivered from a lo¢al secondary school while building works commence. The school also delivers extra circLJlar activities. through monthly workshops focusing on variety ol topics from mental Health, physical health, education and aspirations for children and young people. The Supplementary school continues its affiliation to the SSN (Supplementary School Networkl and lakes part In community led events and celebialions. 6. Al-Ghazali Health Project: The project aims to encourage BME women and young girls to participate in healthy activities and become more aware ol the health iSSLJes affecting them and their families. Through funding from the Community Impact Fund, we were able to continue the delivery of two free physical activity sessions a week (Keep fil and yoga) lo ensure women and young girls have access lo physical activities locally that is culturally sensitive lo their needs removing barriers they face to participation In physical a¢livilies. The project also delivers the Community allolrnent whieh is run by volunteers and young people who work on a weekly basis at the site. The centre has delivered a variety of project5 over the year for varied users from the elderfy to families and children.
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Trustee. report continued FINANCIAL REVIEW Incoming resources for the period lolalled £285,635 12023. £301,895) of which £187,005 12023. £179,245) related lo funding for projects upon which restrictions are placed. No loans were feceived in 202412023.. £01 Totsl expenditLJre amounted lo £286,108 12023". £262,3541,comprising expenditure related to restricted projects, £210,852 12023.. £170,533) and expenditure on centre costs of £75,25612023. £91,820). No expenditure was charged to Capital. Nel resources therefore decreased overall by £1473112023.. £39.5411. Al 31 st March 2024 the Trust's restn'cted reserves were zero having been totally expensed in the period. The Trust's general fund stood at £371,462 of which bank balances were £127,912. Reslricled funds at bank stood al £0. Total bank balances are represented by the general fund of £127,912. There is a long term liability due over one year for £30.750 to HSBC bank. Tangible fixed asset5 tolalled £247,300 entirely on building value., all other assets being written down lo nil. RESERVE POLICY If in the absence of guaranteed, regular funding, for the Cenlre, the trustees have agreed a policy lo generate and maintain minimum fund5 amounting to £36,000 of free reserves to provide operational costs for the following 3 months. RISK MANAGEMENT The main risks to which the charity is exposed as identified by the Trustees have been considered and systems have been established lo miligale those risks. FUTURE PLANS To maintain the financial suslainabilily ol the organisalion through a fund raising strategy and income generation strategy. To ulilise the Major Building Fund and raise further building funds lo enable the next phases of refurbishments lo maximise space for the delivery of aclivits'es and lo 311racl slalulory and voluntary sector to hire space and deliver services from our cenlre. Signed on behalf of the Trustees Name.. Kamal Mashjari Signed. Kamal Mashi ri, Chalnnan Date:
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Independent examlner's report on the accounts of Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre for the year 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 I report on the accounts of the company lor the year ended 31 March 2024 which are set out on pages 8 10 14. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The Iruslees (who are also the directors of the company for the purposes of company lawl are responsible for the preparation of the aceounls. The Iruslees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 43121 of the Charities Act 1993 Ilhe 1993 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. The charity's gross income does not exceed £250,000 and l am considered qualified by the Trustees lo undertake the examination. Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company18w and is eligible for independent examination. il is my responsibility lo.. examine the accounts under section 43 of the 1993 Act., follow the procedures laid csown in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 4317llbl of the 1993 Act., and slate whether particular mallers have come lo my 811enlion Basis of independent examiner's report My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. 11 also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as Iruslees concerning any such matters The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as lo whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited lo those matters set out in the statement Independent examiner's statement: Subject lo the limitations upon the scope ol my work as detailed above, I have completed my examination.. and can confirm Ihal.- This is a report in respect of an examination carried out under 145 of the Act and in accordance with Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the Act which may be applicable, and that no material matters have come lo my allenlion in eoNneclion with the examination giving me cause lo believe that in any material respecl".- accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by with Section 130 of The Charities Ac12011, the financial slalemenls do not accord with those records.. or the financial slalemenls do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fairf view, which is not a maller considered as part ol an independent examination., have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles sel out in the FRS 102 SORP Islalemenl of Recommended Practice for Accounting and Reporting by Charities} 2015, las amended by the BLJlletin issued in October 2018 and applicable to all accounting periods beginning on or after 1st January 20191. (The SORPI. I have no concems and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order lo enable a proper understanding of the financial slalemen15 to be reached. Signed.. Dale.. 11-Og- Kamran Mukhtiar IACCA} on behalfofAahil & Co Accountants Ltd 4a, Smilhclown road, Liverpool . L7 2QA AAHIL & CO. Accountants Ltd. Chartered CertifiedAc¢ouniar.. 4a Smithdown Roatj, LIe1 t)iTr¢ UK. L74JG t)1517335679 www.aahilandco.co.u
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre A Conipany Ilmited by guarantee number 4064605 Charlty number 1098748 Statement of Financial Actlvities for the year 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 Noies Unrestricted R•strlct•d 2024 2023 Incoming Resourcès Generated Funds Charitable Activities Total incomlng rèsour¢8¥ 10,759 87,871 98,630 10,759 274,876 285,635 59,953 241,942 301,895 187.005 187,005 Resources èxpended Charitable Activities Govemance Costs Total 8xpenditure 74,061 1,195 £210.852 284,913 1,195 286 108 261,954 400 262 354 £210 852 Net incomlng I loutgoingl resourc £23,374 1£23,8471 1£4731 £39,541 Fund balances brought forward 348.088 23.847 371.935 332,394 Transfers Fund balances carried forward £371462 371462 £371 935 The notes on pages 10 to 14 forrn part of these accounts. The nel movement in resources for the year Wa5 derived from the ¢ontinuing activities of the organisalion.
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre A Company limited by guarantee number 4064605 Charlty number 1098748 Balance sheot as at 31 March 2024 2024 Totsl 2023 Totsl Unrestricted Restricted Fixed Assets Tangible Assets Total fixed assets 274.300 274,300 274,300 274,300 277,695 277,695 Current A5$ets Debtors and prepayments Cash al bank and in hand Total ¢umnt assèts 127,912 127,912 127,912 127.912 135,533 135,533 crn1 liabilities: amounts falling due within one year Creditors and accruals Total current liabilltles Net current assets I Iliabilitiesl 127,912 127,912 135,533 Total assets less current Ilabllltiès 402,212 402,212 413.228 Cr8ditors= amounts falling du• aftèr one yèar 30,750 30,750 41,293 N•t as5&ts 371,462 371,462 371.935 Funds Unrestricted funds Restricted Funds Total Funds 371,462 371,462 348,088 23,847 371,935 371,462 371.462 For the period ending 31 March 2024 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under 5e¢lion 477 t)f the Ctsmpanies A¢1 2006 lating lo small ¢ompanies. Directors, responsibilities.. 31 the members have not qUired the company to obtain an audit of its accounts for the year in question in accordance with section 476, bl the directors acknowlèdge their responsibilitie$ for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect lo accounting recoids and the preparation of accounts cl these accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject lo the small companies, regime. Name.. Kamal Mashjari Dale.. Signed..
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Notes to the accounts for the year 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 Accounting Policies Basls of accounting The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. There has been no change lo the accounting policies since last year No changes have been made to the accounts for previous years. Donations and Legacies. Donations and legacies are accounted for when received by the company. Other income is accounted for on an accruals basis as far as is prudent to do so. Grants Revenue grants are recognised in the St21ement of Financial Activities on receipt, subject lo any required conditions being mel or services being provided. Capital grants are recognised on receipt in the Statement of Financial Aclivilies. This policy has been adopted to give a true and fair view. Tangible Flxed Assets Tangible fixed assets are capitalised if they can be used for more than one year and cost at least £250. Rate of depreeialion Fixtures, Fittings & Equipment.. 1 OYO Slraighl line basis Office Equipment.. 200/0 Straight line basis Fund accountlng Funds held by the organisalion are either.. Unrestricted general funds These are funds which can be used in accordance with the company's objects al the discretion of the directors. Restricted funds These are funds that can only be used for particular reslricled purposes within the objects of the company. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular reslricleol purposes. Long Term Loans These are funds falling due after one year and may be for specific future purposes or projects. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the accounts. Taxation No provision for laxalion has been made as the company is not subject to UK Corporation lax. 10
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Notes to the accounts continued for the year 1 Aprll 2023 to 31 March 2024 2 Generated Funds Unrestricted Restrictod funds funds 2024 Total 2023 Total Donations Facilities Hi General Fund 85,368 5,389 85,368 5,389 26,737 15,351 17,595 3 Funds from Charitable Activities Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2024 Total 2023 Total Subscriptions Community Resource Grant Revenue Youth Investment Youth & Play Capital Youth Investment Community Foundation Community Mental Health Fab Feb Haftemi ESF Winter HAF Programme HAF Summer Programme Easter HAF Programme October Half Term Ocl Meet lo Eat Programme Community Impact Fund 22-23 Community Impact FundlLCVSI May Halfterm ProgramTne Community Forest GTDT Youth Project Make il Happen Grant UK Shared Prosperity Fund LCVS-Skelton Fund Feb Half Term 24 7872 7,872 10,000 18,332 12,000 32,010 62967 10,000 10,000 18,332 12,000 32,010 12.000 2.000 11,984 7,500 5.241 10.500 32,000 24,000 9,000 9.000 39.000 9,000 39,000 9,000 9,000 2,000 1,500 9,000 8,000 19,020 1,500 9,000 8,000 19,020 6,000 6.000 38,040 3,000 9,531 1,613 9,000 9,531 1,613 9,000 7,872 187.006 194.878 242,212 Total 2024 Total 2023 4 Total resouces expended Staff Costs Depreciation Other Costs a. Charitable Activities £ 100.382 £ 3.389 £ 182,337 £ 286,108 £ 262,354 b. Governance Costs £ 1.195 £1,195 £400 c. Depreciation £3,389 £ 3.389 £3.389 No employee earned £50,000 per annum or more in the current accounting period The average number of employees during the year was 1012022.. 81
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Notes to the accounts continued for the year 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 S Tangible assets Fittings & Equlpment Office Equipment Buildings Total Cost Al 1 April 2023 Additions Transfers Al 31 March 2024 321,363 26.636 68,643 416,642 321 363 416 642 De reciation At 1 April 2023 Charge for year Transfers Al 31 March 2024 43.668 3,395 26,636 68,643 138,947 3,395 26,636 142,342 Net Book Value At 31 March 2024 274 300 274 300 Al 31 March 2023 277.695 277,695 2024 2023 6 Debtors and prepayment5 Debtors 7 Cash at bank and In hand Bank alc 1 Bank alc 2 Bank alc 3 Cash in hand 119,639 8,273 61,785 49,960 23,808 127,912 135 533 8 Creditors and accruals Creditors 9 Creditors: amounts falllng due after one year Movements in the perlod Balance blf Incoming Outgolng Balance cff HSBC bank loan Total 41,293 30,751 HSBC loan Gorvernment Bounce back scheme. 5 year rep2ymenl from April 2022 12
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Notes to the accounts continued for the year 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 10 Unrestricted funds Movements In the perlod Balance bm Incoming Outgolng Transfers Balance clf Donations Facilities Hire General Fund Total 85,368 5.389 7,872 61.995 5.389 7.872 23,373 348,088 348 088 348.088 371461 11 Restricted funds Description.. Community Resource Grant Funds for the overall administration and service provision of the Cultural Project Revenue Youth Investment Funds for Youth Club activities Youth & Play Funds for Youth Club activities Capital Youth Investment Funds for Youth Club activities Winter HAF Programme Deliver Junior and Senior playschemes & food programmes HAF Summer Programme Deliver Junior and Senior playschemes Oct Meet to Eat Programme Holiday and food activity for children on benefit relate(I free school meals Community Impact FundlLCVSI Ladies Health and Fitness May Halfterm Programme Holiday and food activity for children on benefit related free school meals Community Forest Green Space Project at the centre and Al-Ghazali Allotment GTDT Youth Project Loltery youth consortium grant for youth club sessional staff and youth activities UK Shared Prosperity Fund Health and Wellbeing and Educational aspirations LCVS-Skelton Fund Funds for Youth Club activities Feb Half Term 24 Hall term access lo free play and food programmes Easter HAF Programme Holiday and food activity for children on benefit related free school meals Community Impact Fund 22-23 Ladies Health and Fitness Make it Happen Grant Ladies yoga and keep fil programme 13
Al-Ghazali Multi-cultural Centre Notes to the accounts continued for the year 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 11 Restricted funds {Continuedl Movements in the period: Balance blf Incoming Outgolng Transfars Balance clf Commun1ty Resource Grant Revenue Youth Investment Youth & Play Capital Youth Investment Winter HAF Programme HAF Summer Programme Oct Meet to Eat Programme Community Impact FundlLCVS May Halfterm Programme Community Forest GTDT Youth Project UK Shared Prosperity Fund LCVS-Skelton Fund Feb Half Term 24 Easter HAF Programme Community Impact Fund 22-23 Thnake il Happen Grant 10,000 18,332 12.000 32,010 9,000 39,000 9,000 1,500 9,000 8.000 19,020 9.531 1,813 9,000 10,000 18,332 12,000 32,010 9,000 39,000 9,000 1,500 9,000 8,000 27,393 9,531 1,613 9,000 12,000 1,149 2,325 8,373 12,000 1,149 2.325 187 006 210 853 12 Analysls of net as$et$ between funds Other Net Current Assetsl LSabilities Tangible Fixed Assets Total Bank Balances Unrestricted funds HSBCBounce back108n General Fund Total 130.7501 130,7501 402,212 371462 274,300 274 300 127,912 127,912 130.7501 Restricted funds ALL Funds fully expensed 13 Directors. remuneration and expenses No directors received any remuneration or expenses during the accounting peflod. 14 Related party transactlons There are no related party transactions. 14