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Trustees' Annual Report for the period
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01 h 04 2021 31 03 2022
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Section AReference and administration details
Charity Warrington Islamic Association
Other names charity is known by
WIA
Registered charity number 1116745 (if any)
Lockton Lane , Old Bewsey Gymnasium
Bewsey CHARITY ADDRESS Warrington
Postcode WA5 0BF
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Dates acted if not for Name of person (or body)
Trustee name Office (if any)
whole year entitled to appoint trustee
Afthkar PRIMARY Acting treasurer
quayyum CONTACT /
TREASURER
Moazzam Hussain Holding Trustee Now holding trustee
Haroon Ali Holding Trustee Now holding trustee
01/04/20
Mohammed Holding Trustee Deceased December Now holding trustee
Bismillah 2021 01/04/20
Zubair Malik Holding Trustee Now holding trustee
01/04/20
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Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional
information)
Type of Advisor Name Address Accountant Afthkar Quayyum 11 Maisemore Fields Widnes WA8 9AY
Name of chief executive or names of senior staf members (Optional information)
Hafiz Muhammed Maharoof Lead Imaam
Hafiz Muhammad Saiyed Head of Education
Section BStructure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts
Type of governing document
Constitution
(eg. trust deed, constitution) Association
How the charity is constituted
(eg. trust, association, company) Appointed by the executive committee
Trustee selection methods
(eg. appointed by, elected by)
Additional governance issues (Optional information)
You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:
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policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
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the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;
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relationship with any related parties;
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trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them.
AT THE 2020 AGM THE INCUMBANT COMMITTEE STEPPED DOWN IN FULL IN ANTICIPATION OF A FULL NOMINATION AND SELECTION PROCESS BY THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE WARRINGTON ISLAMIC ASSOCIATION BODY.
DUE TO THE COVID 19 PANDEMIC ELECTIONS HAVE YET TO BE HELD. THE GOVERNANCE OF THE CHAIRTY IN THE MEANTIME IS BEING UNDERTAKEN BY THE HOLDING TRUSTEES ON A TEMPORARY BASIS. IT IS THE HOLDING TRUSTEES INTENTION TO HOLD ELECTIONS AS SOON AS IT IS PRACTICAL.
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The Executive Committee consists of not less than 6 and not more than 10 voting Executive Committee Members being:
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The Chairman, Vice Chairman, Treasurer and General Secretary (hereinafter called “the Honorary Officers”)
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Two other Executive Committee Members elected at the Annual general Meeting (hereinafter called the “the
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Section CObjectives and activities
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To advance education and to provide facilities in the
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interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation with the object of improving conditions of life persons in the Warrington area, in particular but not exclusively persons of the Islamic faith and their families.
Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document
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Promote equality and diversity by working towards elimination of racial discrimination and to promote equality of opportunity and good relations between persons of different racial groups in the Warrington area, in particular but not exclusively persons of the Islamic faith and their families.
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To relief of poverty of persons in the Warrington area and elsewhere in the world.
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In furtherance of the above:
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To provide advice and advocacy for the Beneficiaries who may be in need of improved services e.g. Education, medical, legal, social, financial etc.
Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit)
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To improve the social and cultural life of the Beneficiaries and build bridges with the wider community of the Warrington and local area so that the communities do not become or appear to be isolated.
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To work for the elimination of racial discrimination within the Warrington area.
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To promote equality, opportunity and good relations between persons of different racial, ethnic, national and religious groups within the Warrington area.
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To make the local authorities and statutory, voluntary or private agencies within the Warrington area aware of the special needs and experiences of the Beneficiaries.
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To establish, or to secure the establishment of, a community Centre (hereinafter called “the Centre”) and to maintain and manage the same (whether alone or in cooperation with any local authority or other person or body).
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Promote other such charitable purposes as may from time to time be determined by the Executive Committee.
Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information )
Mosque resumed its normal activities from June 2020
It is our intention to resume our full scope of activities and events as soon as it is deemed safe to do so.
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Organise fundraising events to support community and local charities.
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Coordinate and carry out appeals and activities in support of people impacted by natural disasters such as famine, floods and earthquakes.
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Organise fundraising campaigns for the continual upgrade/maintenance of the Islamic Centre and Community Centre as and when required
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Implement an education curriculum covering religious and cultural needs.
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Initiated monthly overnight workshops aimed towards adolescent members of the community where various social issues affecting them directly or indirectly are discussed. Topics vary from Drugs and Alcohol to the nurturing of virtuous character traits. These sessions are designed to promote both the intellectual and spiritual development of participants through thought-provoking workshops as well as studying issues from an ethical and moral standpoint
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Weekly adult classes aimed at enhancing moral and ethical values. The class provides an opportunity for those from an Islamic faith and those from a non-Islamic faith to gain greater knowledge of the principles and values of the Islamic tradition through study of the words of the Holy Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him.
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Monthly ladies Islamic poetry recital and singing, which provides an opportunity to appreciate and experience Islamic art, creativity and devotion.
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Monthly gathering open to both men and women where the focus is to praise and laud the Holy Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him through the singing of Islamic poetry
You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:
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policy on grantmaking;
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policy programme related investment;
contribution made by volunteers.
Section DAchievements and erformance p
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Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year April 2021 to March 2022
Warrington Islamic association worked with Pakistan Consulate to organise 2 NADRA ( national data base and registration authority)service at the centre .
Over 100 members of the community were able to renew or apply for their card without having to go to the consulate. Fantastic service which was well received and another organised for May 2023.
IFTAAR (opening fast in Ramadan) was organised at the Warrington Town Hall for people of other faith to learn/share and improve the understanding of Islam and the Muslim community.
Warrington Muslim community came out in numbers to help and support the people of Afghanistan who got evacuated when Taliban took control of the country.
Warrington Islamic association collected over £10000 worth of toiletries, nappies, sanitary items , Baby foods, new clothes and shoes, for the Afghan people coming in the uk as well as 500+ prayer mats and Quran was given.
We worked with various uk registered charities to raise and support the victims of Afghan earthquake, Pakistan and Bangladesh floods.
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Warrington Islamic association continue to support refugees and asylum seekers in our towns asylum shelters by providing fresh fruit and essentials.
Eid Prayers:
Eid ul fitr at Victoria Park which attracted over 1200 people and Eid ul Adha at Crossfields attracted over 1100 people to offer their Eid prayers collectively at open air.
Warrington Islamic Centre helped to set up the vaccination centre at our community Hall, which helped the people of Warrington and neighbouring towns to receive the Covid-19 vaccines. Over 90000 vaccines were administered in the year.
Warrington Islamic association received a lot of positive media attention including BBC north west, which raised the profile of the Mosque and the Muslim community.
Our education academy which provides Islamic education for children from the ages of 5 to 16 recommenced at the start of September 2021. Classes are held 7 days a week with over 150 children attending regularly.
Section EFinancial review
Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves
No formal policy but the WIA committee aims to keep a positive cash
balance to meet unforeseen circumstances on the day to day operations. WIA has a policy that all significant capital projects are funded through separate fundraising campaigns, events and donations.
Details of any funds materially in deficit
Further financial review details (Optional information)
You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about:
Main sources of funding are through individual donations and collections during the Friday weekly prayer and fundraising campaigns during the month of Ramadan.
the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
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how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
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investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.
Section F
Other optional information
Section GDeclaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report
above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s)
Afthkar quayyum
Full name(s) Afthkar quayyum Position (eg Secretary, Chair, Advisor / acting treasurer etc)
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WIA Receipts and expenditures -Yearly 1 April 2021 to 31 Mar 2022
Income
Expenditure
| Weekly Friday congregation collections Quarter 1 Quarter 2 Quarter 3 Quarter 4 Funds raised monthly Quarter 1 Standing orders madrassa fees Quarter 2 Standing orders madrassa fees Quarter 3 Standing orders madrassa fees Quarter 4 Standing orders madrassa fees Total Funds raised- Ramadan Appeal Palestine Appeal Occupany Fees Vaccination centre Misc Donations Other fundraising activities Income minus expenditure Mosque account balance 1 April 2021 Mosque account balance 31 Mar 2022 |
£13,031 £12,402 £8,982 £18,030 £1,765 £5,830 £1,781 £5,324 £1,560 £5,529 £1,413 £9,684 £15,322 £2,312 £27,000 £9,179 £5,943 |
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| £145,088 | |
| £36,500 | |
| £112,893 £149,393 |
| Wages and salaries Qtr 1 Wages and salaries Qtr 2 Wages and salaries Qtr 3 Wages and salaries Qtr 4 WBC Rates 21/22 Water rates Waste removal Electricity & Gas BT broadband and telephone costs Cleaning costs Insurance renewal costs Maintenance costs Madrassas costs Misc costs Petty cash Teacher training WFMA ( offset by misc deposits ) Refurbishment of the mosque hall costs Palestine appeal paid to muslim hands Bank corrections |
£4,334 £6,663 £10,450 £11,492 £478 £1,270 £1,267 £14,157 £535 £4,476 £1,008 £917 £11,988 £390 £150 £2,607 £2,695 £31,700 £2,010 |
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| £108,588 |
Independent examiner's report on the accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees/ Charity Name members of Warrington Islamic Association On accounts for the year 31[st ] March 2022 Charity no 1116745 ended (if any) Set out on pages See attachment(remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets)
Respective The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. responsibilities of The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year trustees and examiner under section 43(2) of the Charities Act 1993 (the 1993 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 43 of the 1993 Act,
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 43(7)(b) of the 1993 Act, and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given examiner’s statement 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. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees 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 to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
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Independent In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention
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examiner's statement (other than that disclosed below *) 1. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements: • to keep accounting records in accordance with section 41 of the 1993 Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 1993 Act
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have not been met ; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
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Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply.
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| Signed: Name: Relevant professional qualification(s) or body (if any): Address: |
Neville Tuck |
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| Neville Tuck | |
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| 15 MAISEMORE FIELDS , WIDNES WA89AY | |
Section B Disclosure
Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material problems.
Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .
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