2023-03-31-accounts - Warrington Islamic Association

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Trustees' Annual Report for the period

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	From	Period start date			To	Period end date
		Day 01	Month 04	Year 2022		Day 31	Month 03	Year 2023

Section A

Reference and administration details

Charity name Warrington Islamic Association Other names charity is known by WIA Registered charity number (if any) 1116745 Lockton Lane , Old Bewsey Gymnasium CHARITY ADDRESS Bewsey Warrington Postcode WA5 0BF

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (if any)
Afthkar quayyum	PRIMARY CONTACT / TREASURER	Acting treasurer
Moazzam Hussain	Holding Trustee		Now holdingtrustee 01/04/20
Haroon Ali	Holding Trustee		Now holding trustee 01/04/20
Mohammed Bismillah	Holding Trustee	Deceased December 2021	Now holding trustee 01/04/20
Zubair Malik	HoldingTrustee		Now holding trustee 01/04/20

Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)

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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 staff members (Optional information)

Hafiz Muhammed Maharoof Lead Imaam

Section B

Structure, governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

Type of governing document

Constitution

(eg. trust deed, constitution)

How the charity is constituted

Association

(eg. trust, association, company)

Trustee selection methods

Appointed by the executive committee

(eg. appointed by, elected by)

Additional governance issues (Optional information)

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:

policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;
relationship with any related parties;
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.

The Executive Committee consists of not less than 6 and not more than 10 voting Executive Committee Members being:
The Chairman, Vice Chairman, Treasurer and General Secretary (hereinafter called “the Honorary Officers”)
Two other Executive Committee Members elected at the Annual general Meeting (hereinafter called the “the Elected Members”)
Not more than 4 additional members co-opted by the Executive Committee (hereinafter called “the Co-opted Members”)

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Section C

Objectives and activities

To advance education and to provide facilities in the 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

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.
To relief of poverty of persons in the Warrington area and elsewhere in the world. In furtherance of the above:
To provide advice and advocacy for the Beneficiaries who may be in need of improved services e.g. Education, medical, legal, social, financial etc.
• 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.
Summary of the main • To work for the elimination of racial discrimination within the activities undertaken for the Warrington area.
public benefit in relation to these objects (include within • To promote equality, opportunity and good relations between this section the statutory declaration that trustees have persons of different racial, ethnic, national and religious groups had regard to the guidance within the Warrington area. issued by the Charity • To make the local authorities and statutory, voluntary or private
Commission on public benefit) agencies within the Warrington area aware of the special needs and experiences of the Beneficiaries.
• 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 co-operation with any local authority or other person or body).
• Promote other such charitable purposes as may from time to time be determined by the Executive Committee.

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Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information )

We have continued to undertake the following activities in addition to our core objectives:-

Organise fundraising events to support community and local charities.
Coordinate and carry out appeals and activities in support of people impacted by natural disasters such as famine, floods and earthquakes.
Organise fundraising campaigns for the continual upgrade/maintenance of the Islamic Centre and Community Centre as and when required
Implement an education curriculum covering religious and cultural needs.
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
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.
Monthly ladies Islamic poetry recital and singing, which provides an opportunity to appreciate and experience Islamic art, creativity and devotion.
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:

policy on grantmaking;
policy programme related investment;
contribution made by volunteers.

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Section D Achievements and performance

Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year April 2022 to March 2023

Warrington Islamic association (WIA) 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. SErvice which was well received, and further events will be organised on an as required basis.

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 evacuation programme as the western coalition forces departed. Furthermore 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 numerous copies of the Quran were distributed.

Once again WIA worked with various UK registered charities to raise and support the victims of Afghan earthquake, Pakistan and Bangladesh floods and more recently Over £20000 was raised to support the victims of the devastating earthquake in southeast Turkiye.

Wia raised in total circ. £44000 throughout the financial year to support the various charities.

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.

Our education academy which provides Islamic education for children from the ages of 5 to 16 continues to expand with well over 200 students enrolled on the afterschool weekday and weekend madrassa programs.

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Section E

Financial 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);
how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.

Section F Other optional information

Section G Declaration

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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Yearly Accounts April 2022 to March 2023

Income

Expenditure

Weekly Congregation collections Quarter 1 Quarter 2 Quarter 3 Quarter 4 Quarter 1 Donations Standing orders Madrassa fees Quarter 2 Donations Standing orders Madrassa fees Quarter 3 Standing orders Madrassa fees Quarter 4 Donations Standing orders Madrassa fees Miscellaneous Ramdhan appeal Various dissaster relief appeals Vaccination centre hire fees Funeral fees to be offset by WFMA Al Ghazali Academy donations Income minus expenditure WIA account balance 1 April 2022 WIA account balance 31 Mar 2023	£15,998 £12,848 £12,732 £14,038 £1,571 £7,522 £1,395 £7,967 £1,150 £11,387 £1,514 £9,584 £4,958 £15,190 £43,653 £20,000 £1,400 £4,914
	£187,821
	£33,466
	£149,393 £182,859

Wages and salaries Qtr 1 Wages and salaries Qtr 2 Wages and salaries Qtr 3 Wages and salaries Qtr 4 WBC Rates 2022/23 Water rates Waste removal Electricity & Gas BT broadband and telephone costs Cleaning costs Insurance renewal costs Maintenance costs Madrassas costs Misc costs Teacher training costs Various apppeals paid out WFMA Refurbishment costs Bank corrections	£11,645 £16,226 £6,733 £6,697 £937 £2,413 £1,355 £12,850 £843 £1,094 £1,143 £3,649 £31,313 £549 £1,795 £44,381 £978 £9,682 £72
	£154,355

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 2023 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:

examine the accounts under section 43 of the 1993 Act,
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
• 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.

Independent In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention
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
- to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 1993 Act
- have not been met ; or
to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply.

Signed:

Neville Tuck Date: 24/01/2024

Signed:	Neville Tuck Date: 24/01/2024
Name:	Neville Tuck

Relevant	FCA
professional
qualification(s) or
body
(if any):
Address:	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 .