## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** **REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025** **Registered Charity No. 1118708** **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **CONTENTS** ||**Page**| |---|---| |Charity Information|1| |Report of the Trustees|2| |Independent Examiner’s Report|16| |Receipts and Payments Account|17| |Statement of Assets and Liabilities|19| |Notes to the Accounts|20| ## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS** |**Patron**|Joanna Lumley| |---|---| |**Trustees**|Barbara Datson – Founder and Chairman| ||Roger Nash| ||David Smail| ||Christopher Blizard (Appointed 10 December 2024)| |**Charity Registration Number**|1118708| |**Principal Office**|Greensands| ||Moon Hall Road| ||Ewhurst, Surrey| ||GU6 7NP| |**Banker**|HSBC| ||12A North Street| ||Guildford| ||GU1 4AF| |**Independent Examiner**|M A Wilkes FCA| ||Azets Audit Services| ||River House| ||1 Maidstone Road| ||Sidcup| ||Kent| ||DA14 5RH| 1 ## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** The Trustees present their report and accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in notes to the accounts and comply with the charity’s Trust Deed, the Charities Act 2011 and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland published on January 2019. ## **Objectives** The object of the charity is the relief of sickness and distress, the preservation of health, the relief of poverty and the advancement of education of children and young persons in Nepal. ## **Review of the year** _Children at the New Nepal Society Centre_ 2 ## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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Nepal has 7 Provinces and 77 Districts. Kathmandu to Chitwan 187kms Kathmandu to Hetauda 85kms Kathmandu to Birendranagar (capital of Sirkhot) 670kms ## **ACHIEVEMENTS** - Funded 3 new schools in the villages of Kumala, Ghatgaon, and Paisara all in the region of Surkhet - Funded 1200 anti-rabies vaccinations for dogs - Funded the food and utilities at VFN for 19 boys - Funded Tiffin programme for 1200 children p.m. at Chitrasari Secondary School, Chitwan - Funded a milk programme at Triple Gem School - Funded a teacher’s salary at Yangchenma Academy and two computers - Funded 618 Physiotherapy sessions, 514 family counselling sessions, 248 food baskets and 123 Goody Bags for the Burns Unit at the Kanti Children’s Hospital, Kathmandu. - Funded a daily radio broadcast in 77 districts for 6 months on the prevention of burns in the home - - 12 students are receiving educational sponsorship - Funded a medical Camp at Siddhasthaal Rural Community Hospital (March 2025) and a safe play area for children. - Funded Greenhouse - sports equipment - shoes & socks - library books - and an outing for 36 children at the New Nepal Society Center - Funded medicines for two Health Posts in Dang. - Funded 100 school bags for our schools in Surkhet 3 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **EDUCATION** ## **GMIN (Grassroot Movement in Nepal) Kathmandu** In April our 8th school, Shree Chokancy School, Kumala, in the district of Surkhet was completed, funded by Rosie and Peter Gent and CHANCE. During November we received further funding from Rosy and Peter, David Newman and an anonymous donor which, together with funds from CHANCE, enabled us to fund two further schools, Shree Kalika Primary School in Ghatgaon and Malika School in Paisara also in the remote region of Surkhet which lies 670kms west of Kathmandu. The Kalika and Malika Schools, are only 30kms apart but because of the terrain it can take 2.5 hours to travel from one to the other. Both were completed by April 2025. _**Showing construction work of a school from foundations to completion**_ Just wonderful to be supporting GMIN again, one of our major partners on the ground in Nepal and our 10[th] year of working with them. Each school building accommodates up to 100 children in four classrooms. The buildings have good foundations with concrete pillars on each corner and tie beams and are earthquake friendly. The cost of each school building is £10,000 approx. Where a dilapidated building deemed unsafe for use has needed to be demolished then all reusable materials, such as stone and wood are reused where possible. In the school in Kumala, the wood was salvaged, then refined and turned into desks for the children. ## **EDUCATIONAL SPONSORSHIPS** We currently have 12 students receiving an education through CHANCE. 6 at 3 schools 4 at 6[th] form college 2 at university We are so proud that the two university students sponsored through CHANCE completed their Bachelor degrees in 2024 and their future looks bright. 4 ## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **Jay Prakash Baniya -** BSC in Civil Engineering Words from JP. “Thank you, Michael Sequeira and CHANCE for Nepal, for sponsoring my bachelor’s degree in civil engineering here in Kathmandu. I come from the remote district of Mugu which takes three days by bus to reach my village, and where opportunities are scarce, with no access to good health, education or transportation. As I am from a financially struggling family, pursuing higher education seemed like a distant dream. Your generous support has not only enabled me to complete my studies but also empowered me to set my sights high and to look forward to a bright future. With a 3.30 GPA, I have successfully graduated and am now working towards my engineering licence exams. I cannot thank you enough for transforming my life and believing in me and seeing my potential. Your support will allow me to contribute to the development of my community and Nepal as a whole and has made a significant impact on my journey. I am deeply thankful for this opportunity”. ## **Tshechu Palmo** - Bachelor of Business Studies Words from Tshechu. “I am extremely grateful to Fiona White and CHANCE for Nepal for sponsoring my Bachelor’s degree in Kathmandu. I come from a financially poor family in the remote district of Rasuwa which is150kms from Kathmandu. Because of the terrain it takes a whole day to reach my village. There are no opportunities to study in my village, and many families try to send their children to the capital city of Kathmandu to get a good education where there are better opportunities to study. The financial help received from Fiona and CHANCE has not only helped me to complete my bachelor degree but also empowered me to find a good job. I successfully graduated with 66.4% and I am in the process of looking for a job where I can use my qualifications. My plan, is after a year of earning money and helping my family, I would like to further my education by taking a master’s in business, which will enhance by job opportunities further. I will remain ever grateful to you both for believing in my potential”. ## **Twshwang Narbu Lama** Twshwang has been sponsored through CHANCE since the age of 9. After completing Grade 10 at ShangriLa School in Kathmandu he decided to follow his passion and pursue a career in photography and digital programming. We are so proud that Twshwang is about to finish a 6-month intensive course in digital filming at Animax Animation Academy in Jamal, Kathmandu, which he has enjoyed immensely. CHANCE and his sponsors funded his course and helped him with the equipment he needed. He plans to start his own small film production company. So far, he has made many music video recording and wishes to shoot short films based on true stories. He is excited about the future and we hope to see his name in film credits soon! 5 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **VOLUNTEER FOUNDATION NEPAL (VFN) Kathmandu** In August, it was no longer tenable to run VFN, because of the young age of some of the children. With the older ones now in college and finishing their education and quite likely to travel abroad or find job opportunities outside Kathmandu, we needed to find an alternative place for five younger boys. This also meant a move to a new school. Three of the boys, Hemraj, Padam and Nishant, were 15 and had been sponsored through CHANCE for many years. In 2023, Bipana left VFN in Kathmandu, as she was the only girl once Lalit and his family left for the US. Bipana moved to the Ama Ghar Foundation, in Kathmandu, a children’s home where she has thrived. She is now 16, and a confident, delightful and academically bright young lady. Since being at Ama Ghar, she has undergone several surgeries to reduce the redness and scar tissue from being burnt in an open fire when she was 5 years old, which is when I first met her through BVS and she has been sponsored through CHANCE since then. Astik, who is mentally challenged and mute and had been at VFN for over 10 years had never attended school also needed to move. Padma Ghimire had connections with Manab Sewa Ashram, in Kathmandu, knowing the home and staff a place for Astik was found there. He is happy and settled. Such is the strength of the bond they share, having all grown up together, that the other boys from VFN often pay him a visit. Padma Ghimire, an educational psychologist, who CHANCE brought in to help the boys at VFN adjust to their new circumstances, has been a tremendous help to them all, providing individual and group psychotherapy sessions, first weekly, then monthly and he became a constant in their lives over the past year. The nine boys aged over 18 and at college and university moved to a smaller flat in August. They are more mature, growing up fast and doing well. _**Farewell party at VFN**_ It was imperative for CHANCE to find somewhere that the five boys, who over many years I’ve come to know well, could stay together 6 ## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **NEW NEPAL SOCIETY CENTER (NNSC) Kathmandu** ## **Introduction** New Nepal Society Center (NNSC) is a non-profit organisation recognized by the Government of Nepal under the Social Welfare Council. It is actively working since its inception in 2007 to ensure the fulfilment of the needs of underprivileged and vulnerable children, providing them with shelter, education, healthcare, and a safe environment to grow and thrive. The nurturing environment at NNSC equips these children with the skills, values, and knowledge necessary to become independent, civilized, and responsible citizens of tomorrow, preparing them to contribute positively to society and lead successful lives. NNSC is currently located in Balkot, Bhaktapur, moved from its previous location a few months ago to ensure better safety, security, and a more conducive environment for children. ## **Kamal Bhattarai** I am Kamal Bhattarai, the president of New Nepal Society Center. Since 2015, I have been an active member of the NNSC, first as a secretary and now as its president. My passion for social welfare began in my teenage years, where I took on various leadership roles, building connections and continuously learning. Although I have a background in mathematics, I pursued a Master’s degree in Rural Development and am currently working towards my LLB degree. This diverse educational journey has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of social work and leadership. I take pride in being accountable and responsible for my work, always seeking satisfaction and meaningful impact in every project I undertake. I firmly believe in the mindset that “everything has a solution, and every solution has an even better one.” This philosophy drives my approach to problem solving and my dedication to creating positive change. 7 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **Overview of funding in 2024** Most of our time was primarily focused on setting up new house, organising a qualified team and handling major administrative work with Nepal Children Welfare Council and Social Welfare Council. As a result, we were unable to actively engage and connect with our supporters and donors. Despite this, we were fortunate to receive some valuable support for this year and we would like to share our gratitude. We received support from the UK, France, Germany and the US. Visitors, volunteers and our supportive neighbours also played vital role in our work. As we look ahead to the rest 2025, we have identified several opportunities where donations will be vital to meet the emerging need of our organisation. ## **Conclusion** We are unwavering in our commitment to providing the best care and opportunities for the children in our care. Our focus is on ensuring that every child receives the support they need to grow, learn, and succeed. We believe in the optimal utilization of every fund entrusted to us, ensuring that resources are allocated where they are most needed and make the greatest impact. Transparency is at the core of our operations, and we are always open to discussions and collaborations. We welcome any suggestions or feedback and are eager to work together to plan and optimize resources for the betterment of the children and the community. As we move forward in 2025, we remain dedicated to our mission of creating positive change and ensuring that every child at NNSC has access to the education, care, and opportunities they deserve. Together, we can make a lasting impact ## **YANGCHENMA ACADEMY, Ramachhap** ## **‘Illuminate the world with wisdom and compassion’** We have been supporting the Yangchenma Academy School since 2020. Bimila Ghising, the founder and her excellent team of teachers are giving the very best in education, run on Buddhist lines. The school lies at 3400metres above sea level in the district of Ramechhap. This year we supported a teacher’s salary and funded two Dell computers for the computer studies classes. There are 85 students in total, 48 girls and 37 boys. 19 students receive a scholarship for their fees. In Bimala’s words “At Yangchenma, our teachers are directly engaged in each student's academic success as well as their overall development. To keep the motivation going, in our weekly teachers' meetings, we discuss our successes and failures in order to inspire and assist one another in finding solutions. The teaching path is the noblest of all, and the value of this is understood by all the teachers at Yangchenma. This being our motivation, we try to keep this profession as pure as it was in the past. In our weekly teachers meeting, we share spiritual motivational stories and philosophy to keep true and pure values in our heart so we may share something genuine and unfabricated, that serves all without bias. Through the kindness of CHANCE for Nepal and the Brampton Charitable Trust your support has been invaluable and we thank you from the very core of our heart”. 8 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **HEALTH PROJECTS** ## **BURNS VIOLENCE SURVIVORS (BVS) - Kathmandu** I was so pleased that I made it to the burns unit at the Kanti Children’s Hospital with Pratiksha Giri, (executive director of BVS) and her team. They are truly exceptional in the work they do. CHANCE continues to support with physiotherapy, counselling, weekly nutritional food baskets and goodie bags for the burns unit and we also visited the nearby Kirtipur Hospital. CHANCE supports children on the burns unit there too with nutritional food baskets. The most common accidents in remote villages are from open fires. Sometimes the whole family lives with their livestock, sleeping and cooking on the open fire in the same cramped one room dwelling with poor ventilation. In the cities, the common cause of burns is from electric kettles left within reach of tiny hands or tumbles into hot liquids left on the floor to cool. In both circumstances it is only a matter of time until disaster strikes! With this in mind, CHANCE funded a 6-month, daily radio information broadcast to address two critical areas: the prevention of scald burns and the immediate first aid response after such an incident. This important broadcast went out to all 77 districts of Nepal. Each year, we donate £1,000 into an emergency fund for BVS to use at their discretion. This fund helps families on the lowest income and in dire circumstances to get the right treatment. Many patients travel great distances to reach the Kanti - they have little money to return home or pay for surgical treatment, or to buy necessary medicines. They borrow from their neighbours, sometimes taking out a loan they can ill afford. One cannot imagine the hardship! Below are two children’s stories which our emergency fund helped in the year ended 31 March 2025. Suhana, is 8 months of age and lives with her parents and two siblings in Pajaru, in the remote region of Jajarkot. Her father works in Jumla in animal husbandry which provides the family’s income. Suhana was asleep in her bed in the kitchen by the open fire to keep warm and her mother was in the cattle shed attending to the animals. On waking, Suhana crawled towards the open fire where she sustained severe burns to her legs. Her mother heard her cry out and rushed back to rescue her and put out the fire with cold water. Suhana’s mother carried her for two hours to reach the nearest private medical shop, where basic ointment was applied to her burns. However, due to the severity of her injuries, the doctors referred her to Surkhet Provincial Hospital, a government hospital, for further treatment. As it was the monsoon season, the roads were damaged and impassable, so the family had to walk an additional two hours to reach the nearest bus stop. After traveling 120kms by bus, they finally arrived at Surkhet Provincial Hospital. At Surkhet Provincial Hospital, Suhana received dressings and pain relief and stayed overnight. While the treatment and medicines were paid for, the costs for tests and bed charges were more affordable compared to private hospitals. However, due to the severity of her burn injuries, Suhana was referred to Sushma Koirala Memorial Hospital, a private hospital, for more specialized care. The family travelled by plane to reach the hospital, where the medical team drained the blisters, cleaned the wounds, and applied fresh dressings. She stayed for 2 hours in the hospital. As it was a private hospital, the costs for tests, medicines, and bed charges were high, adding further financial strain. The costs seemed to keep rising at each step, and the family became increasingly concerned about how they would manage to pay for the treatment. 9 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** Suhana's condition required even more specialized care, so she was referred to Kanti Children’s Hospital, which has a dedicated paediatric burn unit. However, upon reaching Kanti Children’s Hospital, they felt a great sense of relief. At the Kanti, BVS-Nepal generously covered all the expenses for her treatment, including investigation costs, extra nutrition, medical and surgical care, as well as physiotherapy and counselling. This support ensured that the family no longer had to worry about the financial burden while Suhana received the critical care she desperately needed for her recovery. Tragically, here, Suhana had her right foot amputated. She suffered 28%, 3rd degree burns to both legs. After 71 days of hospitalization she was well and strong enough to be discharged The family faced significant financial hardship due to the high cost of medications, prolonged hospital stays and expensive treatments. The father was not able to pay all the costs. The emergency funds from CHANCE were used to cover medical and surgical procedures as well as counselling for her and her family. In her follow up her mother reports that the wound has healed and Suhana is doing well. She had a follow up appointment at the end of January, 2025 at Kanti children’s hospital. In addition to the ongoing medical care, BVSNepal will provide essential support for her post-burn treatment. Tekendra, aged 12, is originally from Budhinanda. He lives with his parents and three siblings and is in Grade 5 at a government school. His father is a farmer and mother a housewife. While his parents were not at home, Tekendra and a friend went to a nearby meadow to graze their animals. While playing with his friend, Tekendra’s head accidentally came into contact with a high-voltage electric wire and he was electrocuted, resulting in severe burns to his head, upper limbs, and body. His friend, who witnessed the incident, called for help from the villagers. They carried Tekendra to the nearest health post which was two hours away, for first aid Upon hearing the news, his parents rushed to the health post. Due to the severity of his burns, Tekendra and his parents travelled by ambulance to Bheri Hospital in Nepalgunj, 320 kms away for further treatment. There, the doctors assessed him and dressed his wounds, however, due to the critical nature of his condition, he was referred by ambulance to the ICU at Kirtipur Hospital in Kathmandu, a further 530kms, for specialised treatment and where CHANCE has supported children on the burns unit in this hospital with weekly nutrition baskets. During his treatment over 47 days, tragically, he needed to have his left arm amputated due to the extent of his injuries. He suffered 1315% deep burn to his head, back, arms and upper body. After his discharge from hospital the hardships for Tekendra and his family didn't end there. Besides the physical trauma, Takendra now faces immense emotional and social challenges. His amputated arm has led to teasing and name-calling from friends, which has been mentally draining. As he is left-handed, he struggles with daily tasks like writing and dressing, further complicating his recovery both mentally and physically. BVS-Nepal is planning to intervene by providing psychosocial counselling and post-burn treatment, along with a prosthetic hand to help Tekendra regain some independence and improve his quality of life. This support helps to reduce the physical and emotional challenges he faces, allowing him to perform everyday tasks and regain a sense of normality. The emergency fund from CHANCE was used to cover medical and surgical procedures as well as counselling for him and his family and to return home. 10 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **SIDDHASTHALI RURAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, Hetauda** Update to us from Dr Aban "You are the cornerstone of every life we touch and our progress." – Dr Aban Gautam Since opening our doors in July 2024, Siddhasthali Rural Community Hospital has proudly provided medical care to over 2,000 individuals, offering essential services to those who may not otherwise have had access to healthcare. Through our outreach medical camps, we have extended care to an additional 4,000 people, ensuring that even the most remote and underserved communities receive the help they need. These numbers reflect more than just our achievements—they tell the story of lives touched and communities strengthened. Inside our hospital, progress continues to take shape, one step at a time. We now have a dedicated team of specialists in radiology, paediatrics, internal medicine, cardiology, and orthopaedics, offering extended services after 4 pm to better serve our community. Our Saturday cardiac clinics, held on the first and third Saturdays of the month, have become a lifeline for those with heart conditions. With a fully equipped laboratory and X-ray department providing reliable and advanced diagnostic services, and our dental services consistently being the busiest, we are proud to set a new standard for healthcare in the region. This year, we have also had the privilege of hosting 16 medical students from Australia, offering them hands-on experience in both hospital operations and outreach work, cultivating a shared spirit of learning and compassion. While we celebrate these milestones, challenges remain. Limited staffing continues to stretch our capacity, and there is so much more we dream of achieving. With your continued support, we can welcome more clinical teams, expand our services, and reach even more lives. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for walking this journey with us. Nepal’s rural communities still face immense challenges in accessing quality healthcare, but together, we can bridge these gaps, extend our reach, and ensure no one is left behind. Together, we are making this world a better place. Together, we are building a healthier tomorrow. We are delighted to continue supporting Dr Aban and the Siddhasthali Rural Community Hospital which makes a meaningful difference to the local community. In January 2025 we funded a safe play area for the hospital and in March we funded a medical camp giving a full medical check-up and comprehensive blood tests for 223 people. 11 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **SNEHA’s CARE - Animal Shelter in Kathmandu** - **Anti Rabies Vaccinations** ## **Words from Sneha:** Sneha’s Care is a non-profit animal welfare organization established in 2015 and in located in the Lalitpur district of Nepal. We are primarily focused on providing a safe environment for all animals, where every animal gets the respect, love, and kindness they deserve throughout their life. We envisage a sustainable world in which animals are not viewed as products or food but as a living being like us. To make this vision a reality, we are not just limited to rescues, rehabilitation, and advocacy for animal welfare. We provide immediate rescue, mobile treatment services, and shelter to animals in need, ensuring they are not left to suffer alone from cruelty. This year, we were able to provide 2,443 anti-rabies vaccination and performed 339 animal birth control surgeries. With the support of Barbara Datson and CHANCE for Nepal we vaccinated 1200 community dogs. We are deeply grateful for their unwavering support, which has helped bring about such meaningful change. This year, we have provided medical aid to more than 4,700 animals. Our mobile treatment services have treated 464 animals in the field. In addition, we also rescued 115 animals, giving them a safe and secure place to recover in our sanctuary. Our sanctuary is now a loving home to more than 160 community dogs and over 50 farm animals which were once suffering in slaughterhouse and farms. Eradicating rabies has been a global challenge and a goal. In Nepal, the scenario is extremely pathetic since there is lack of awareness regarding rabies and its prevention measures. As both animals and humans are in threat of rabies, our programs are vital in protecting the well-being of both. We have been conducting animal birth control surgeries, as the growing animal population can lead to overcrowding and unnecessary suffering. There are more than 10,000 community dogs residing in Lalitpur metropolitan city as per the dog census conducted by Sneha’s care, and sadly, over 100 suspected rabies cases have been reported in the past year. While this may seem like a small number, for a city like Lalitpur, it is a serious concern which cannot be ignored. Our vision is to transform Lalitpur into a rabies-free zone, a place where both animals and people can live safely and without fear. 12 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **MY SPECIAL THANKS TO SPECIAL PEOPLE** Firstly, I would like to say a massive _**THANK YOU**_ to everyone who has supported CHANCE during 2024. You continue to be wonderfully generous and times are increasingly difficult. Please be assured that you have changed so many lives for the better, in health and education. To our wonderful Patron Dame Joanna Lumley and fabulously supportive trustees David Smail and Roger Nash, along with Chris Blizard our treasurer who was appointed a trustee in December, I extend my grateful thanks. Edmund Benedict O’Reilly Hyland - It is with great sadness, I share with you that Edmund passed away on 2nd January after a long battle with cancer. Edmund was a staunch supporter and loyal trustee of CHANCE for Nepal for 13 years and his generosity helped so many people in Nepal. Although he stepped down as a trustee in March 2024, he continued to offer support and kindness at every turn. His generosity and positive nature were constant and his friendship to the last was heartfelt. Michelle Wilkes, partner at AZETS Accountants has audited our accounts on a pro bono basis for the past 16 years. This is a massive saving for us. Michelle you are a star! Aerobytes have been most generous in their corporate sponsorship for the past 9 years. Jane and Brian, landlords of The Keep in Guildford who for the past 13 years have hosted our quiz nights. Their generosity and support have been truly remarkable. Not only has The Keep been our venue, but Jane and Brian have put their energy, time and love into making these evenings a resounding success with their home cooked delicious suppers, and Jane a brilliant quiz master. Funds raised from the quiz nights have been, in part, to support the education of Addesh who they have sponsored for over 13 years. Thank you so much to all our educational sponsors who give the gift of an education to a child. What can be better than that! This facilitates a good job and a brighter future. Special thanks to Adrienne Golightly who has retired after many years of running the CHANCE 100 Club. Her spreadsheets are legendary…. I am missing you already Adrienne! Paul Lamberty who generously gives his time to look after our website -– his website is https://boonwag.co.uk Special thanks to our partners on the ground in Nepal with whom I am in monthly contact: Grassroot Movement in Nepal (GMIN) - Siddhasthali Rural Community Hospital - Mountain Heart Nepal (MHN) - Burns Violence Survivors (BVS) - Sapana Village Social Impact (SVSI) When I think of what your loyalty enables a small charity like ours to achieve my heart sings. In the words of Amit Ray. ‘ _Our wings are small….but the ripples of our heart are infinite_ .’ ## **Barbara** **Founder CHANCE for Nepal** Website: https//:www.chancefornepal.org Email: info@chancefornepal.org 13 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES** ## **Financial review** During the year the charity received income totalling £67,667 (2024: £81,520). The level of donations fluctuates due to the size of individual donations and the number of events held during the year. The charity incurred expenses totalling £8,092 (2024: £7,897) and donated £67,801 (2024: £83,377) to various projects in Nepal resulting in a net deficit for the year of £8,226 (2024: deficit: £9,754). The charity had assets totalling £24,715 (2024: £32,941) at 31 March 2025 including restricted funds of £4,089 (2024: £2,005). ## **Reserve Policy** At 31 March 2025 the charity had total unrestricted funds of £20,576 (2024: £30,936). The charity relies on donations, fundraising events and sponsorship to meet the costs of its charitable work in Nepal and its very small administrative costs. Occasionally donations are received from a person who wishes the entire amount to be spent on a particular projected – such amounts are credited to restricted funds which at 31 March 2025 totalled £4,089 (2024: £2,005). ## **Going Concern** CHANCE for Nepal has a considerable number of individual and corporate supporters, some contributing to specific projects/objectives and others more generally. New supporters are introducing themselves to CHANCE each year, thereby maintaining a reliable source of donated funds. The overarching philosophy of the charity, however, is only to spend money that has already been raised – it does not take on unfunded commitments. The charity seeks to maintain, in cash that is retained in the UK, around one year’s worth of expenditure so that the projects that are being supported in Nepal can be confident that support will continue for at least the next year. Overheads and running costs are extremely small. The combination of the charity’s philosophy and the lack of substantial overheads mean that the forecast for the next 12 months is that it will maintain a good financial position. ## **Structure, Governance and Management** ## _**Constitution**_ The Charity is an unincorporated entity, governed by a Trust Deed dated 13 March 2007. It was registered as a charity on 5 April 2007, registered charity number 1118708. ## _**Trustees**_ The Declaration of Trust provides for a Board of Trustees which consists of all the Trustees. The following Trustees have served during the period to date: Mrs Barbara Datson Mr Roger Nash Mr David Smail Mr Christopher Blizard (Appointed 10 December 2024) No trustee had any contract or arrangement of a material nature with the charity during the year under review. 14 CHANCE FOR NEPAL REPORTOF THE TRUSTEES R•erultm•nl •nd Appolntm•rt off TnM¢• The D•cl•rnibon olTru•l for a B￿rI1 o¢Trnsl•es ￿&11 bo •1 leul three INsl•es Every lulur• Trus1•• •h•ll •pp)knled lof 4 lem) of Ihie8 yoars ty a resolu1￿ ol Ihe TnJJteeJ paJ$ed •1 a meebnq arrnnged or ulled under ¢l•use 9 If • lrnsloe ￿ to roplac• a Trujloe *+bO ij l•aving Offi￿ h• or sh• m8y b• gppoinled r￿1 rtve than Ihr8e monlh$ boforn tho other TNsle• lo4￿* off￿e trmjl shA# not IRke office unld Ihe olher frusloe has In selocJng personj to b• appolnled as Twjlees, Iho Trullees shan take Inlo account Ihe benefits of appoinling a p•rnon Ihrou9h rosidence. occupabon. onywn*nl or olherbmgo hai weci•l knovledge ol the •r•a ol ￿nefi1 or Il olhewia ablo, by ol his or her porwial quabfullonl, lo mako i contnbutson lo Ihe ol th• Obl•cts or lh• minag•nK•nl ol Iho chathy. ststement of Trustee8' Responslbllltle8 Thè TNste•s af• responsible for prnpanng Ihe Report ol Ihe T￿￿885 and thè flnandBI statemonls In occordAnc• th awicable law and United Kingdom Accounling S14ndonls (Uniled Kjngdom Generally Acc•pl•d Accounlln9 Praclice). Tho I￿ appllc4tAa lo (hanlies m England and W•l•s rnquires the TnJJle•J lo prvp•rn finanual 018l•rrnnlo for each finAncio1 year vknlch give a IfU8 gnd fair wew ol Ihe 51alè ol affaws of the Chanty and ol thè Incoming resources ind applicatjon ol resourc45 of Ihe Chanly lor ihal penod In wepanng these finantsal Stslemenis, Ihe Truslees arn required lo.. ialoct Auitable icefjuntlng poho•• And than apth Ihom conwslonty,. ob••MI th• rywthod• •nd tho Chqnl*s SORP 2015 IFRS 102): m•k• iudgrrnnlj and ••limalo1 th41 •r• rnMonAbl• ffinl. slal• whather Ippli￿ble accounllng st•nd•rdJ hlve hen lo110￿1. •(4ocl to *ny m￿en•1 deyrturns disclomd Ind •W4lnod In the finanual stal•mnts. prepare lh• fin•nciJl Jl*toft*nts on lh• golno c￿coM ba•1• unless11 IJ InapFYowuil• to Pfesume th41 th• Chaflty ill ￿ntrn￿o lo gp•rnl Th• TNsloe• Of• responsiblo lor keepng proper itCQunknng rocords Ihal dlscloie wlh reasonable &CCUf8ty al any Ihe financlal poiilion ol Iho Charity and 8n•ble them 10 ensure thai the financ4al SUl•ments compfy vthh Iho Chanlies Acl 2011, Ihe Chanty {Accounts and Reports) Regulhknons •nd Iho PrO￿810n￿ ol the Trust Dtsed. They 8ro 4110 r•sp)nsible for ufegu•rding Iho 4sJets of lh• ChAnty •nd h•nc• lor tak￿9 rna8onabk• •l•pJ lor Ihe prnvenknon and Oeleclion ol Iraud And olher 1rreou18nl￿3 Thlj rnport was •pprDv•d by the Trniteej ind sl ed on th•k b•h•ll on ... Mr• 8•rbaf• O•tson Found•f and TfusI•• 15 **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF CHANCE FOR NEPAL** I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the CHANCE for Nepal for the year ended 31 March 2025, set out on pages 16 to 20. ## **Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner** As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’). I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. ## **Independent examiner's statement** I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: 1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records. 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. **M A Wilkes FCA** Azets Audit Services River House 1 Maidstone Road Sidcup Kent DA14 5RH 16 December 2025 ………………………………….. 16 ## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025** |**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
**RECEIPTS**
Fundraising events
5,625
Donations
29,863
____________
**Total receipts**
35,488
____________
**PAYMENTS**
Donations to projects in Nepal
37,756
Fundraising and other costs
7,322
Bank charges and interest
770
____________
**Total payments**
45,848
____________
**Net (deficit)/surplus for the**
**year**
(10,360)
**Cash balances brought**
30,936
**forward at 1 April 2024**
____________
**Cash balances carried**
**20,576**
**forward 31 March 2025**
____________|**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
-
32,129
____________
32,129
____________
30,045
-
-
____________
30,045
____________
2,084
2,005
____________
**4,089**
____________|**Total funds**
**2025**
**2024**
**£**
**£**
5,625
6,130
61,992
75,390
___________
___________
67,617
81,520
____________
____________
67,801
83,377
7,322
7,220
770
677
____________
____________
75,893
91,274
____________
____________
(8,276)
(9,754)
32,941
42,695
____________
____________
**24,665**
**32,941**
____________
____________| |---|---|---| 17 ## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025** ## **Comparative SOFA** |**RECEIPTS**
Fundraising events
Donations
**Total receipts**
**PAYMENTS**
Donations to projects in Nepal
Fundraising and other costs
Bank charges and interest
**Total payments**
**Net surplus/(deficit) for the year**
**Cash balances brought**
**forward at 1 April 2023**
**Cash balances carried**
**forward 31 March 2024**|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
6,130
27,989
____________
34,119
____________
36,571
7,220
677
____________
44,468
____________
(10,349)
41,285
____________
**30,936**
____________|**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
-
47,401
____________
47,401
____________
46,806
-
-
____________
46,806
____________
595
1,410
____________
**2,005**
____________|**Total funds**
**2024**
**£**
6,130
75,390
___________
81,520
____________
83,377
7,220
677
____________
91,274
____________
(9,754)
42,695
____________
**32,941**
____________| |---|---|---|---| 18 CHANCE FOR NEPAL STATEMENT OF ASSETS ANO LIABILlnES AS AT 31 MARCH 2026 2025 2024 Nol• Current •c¢ounl 23.827 31.406 CorrwThJnty •ccounl 1.535 24.715 31.941 Fund• Unrn•liKl•d lundi 20.626 30,936 R&Jtrrl•d lund• 4.089 2,005 24.715 32.941 The finandal alal•m•nl• w•rn •pl￿o¥•d •fHI •fjnod on ié"I,,J2 on b•h•N ol Ihe Boird by: Mrn B•thrn Datson Truit•• 19 **NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025** ## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **1. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS** During the year ended 31 March 2025, a trustee had travel expenses totaling £2,819 (2024: £nil) paid on their behalf to visit the charity projects. ## **2. DETAILED INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT** |**RECEIPTS**
Donations
Restricted donation (see note 3)
100 Club income
**PAYMENTS**
Bank charges and interest
100 Club prizes
Other costs
Website costs
Travel costs
**Net receipts before transfers to projects**
**CHANCE PROJECTS:**
Triple Gem Project
JP/MAAN (colloquially known as
Papa’s Home & VFN)
BVS
College Student sponsorship
Shree Secondary School
GMIN
Shangri-La School
Yangchenma
Academy
(formerly
NIMA Academy)
Mountain Heart Nepal
Lords of Light Academy Education
Siddhasthali
Hospital
construction
and equipping
Siddhasthali Hospital Magic Read
Initiative
Sapana School
Sneha’s Care
New Nepal Society Centre
Astek Sponsorship
Other project costs
**TOTAL DONATIONS TO PROJECTS**
**NET (DEFICIT) FOR YEAR**|**2025**
**£**
29,863
32,129
5,675
**_________**
67,667
770
2,260
457
1,786
2,819
**_________**
8,092
**_________**
59,575
**_________**
1,500
6,143
7,977
2,525
1,630
23,355
1,009
3,450
-
-
5,500
3,200
330
1,000
5,647
235


4,300
_________
**67,801**
**_________**
**(8,226)**
|**2024**
**£**
27,989
47,401
6,130
**_________**
81,520
677
1,750
506
1,697
3,267
**_________**
7,897
**_________**
73,623
**_________**
-
10,453
11,300
5,646
2,960
10,160
2,190
2,110
2,000
700
35,000
-
330
-
-
-
528
_________
**83,377**
**_________**
**(9,754)**
| |---|---|---| 20 ## **CHANCE FOR NEPAL** ## **NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025** |**3.**
**RESTRICTED FUND**||||| |---|---|---|---|---| ||**Brought**|||**Carried**| |**Current year**|**forward**|**Income**|**Expenditure**|**Forward**| ||**£**|**£**|**£**|**£**| |SOS Food Relief|18|-|-|18| |JP/MAAN(colloquially|-|550|550|-| |known as Papa’s Home & VFN)||||| |Ama Ghar|15|600|615|-| |College Sponsorship|-|1,741|1,741|-| |Sapana School|300|330|330|300| |Education Sponsorship Triple Gem|1,000|-|500|500| |Shangri-La-School|632|908|909|631| |Yangchenma Academy (formerly NIMA|-|2,250|2,250|-| |Academy)||||| |Siddhasthali Hospital other|-|1,700|700|1,000| |GMIN|-|20,000|19,000|1,000| |School 47|40|-|-|40| |New Nepal Society Centre|-|3,400|2,900|500| |Astek Sponsorship|-|650|550|100| ||__________|__________|__________|__________| ||**2,005**|**32,129**|**30,045**|**4,089**| ||__________|__________|__________|__________| A total of £32,129 in restricted donations was received during the year, supporting various projects, including building schools, student sponsorship and skills training. ||**Brought**|||**Carried**| |---|---|---|---|---| |**Prior year**|**forward**|**Income**|**Expenditure**|**Forward**| ||**£**|**£**|**£**|**£**| |SOS Food Relief|18|-|-|18| |Volunteer Foundation of Nepal colloquially|-|3,449|3,449|-| |known as Papa’s Home)||||| |Ama Ghar|-|500|485|15| |Education Sponsorship Lord of Lights Academy|166|500|666|-| |College Sponsorship|289|2,647|2,936|-| |Sapana School|300|330|330|300| |Education Sponsorship Triple Gem|-|1,000|-|1,000| |Shangri-La-School|637|2,185|2,190|632| |Yangchenma Academy (formerly NIMA|-|2,000|2,000|-| |Academy)||||| |Siddhasthali Hospital construction and equipping|-|24,520|24,520|-| |Siddhasthali Hospital other|-|1,000|1,000|-| |GMIN|-|6,730|6,730|-| |BVS|-|2,500|2,500|-| |School 47|-|40|-|40| ||__________|__________|__________|__________| ||**1,410**|**47,401**|**46,806**|**2,005**| ||__________|__________|__________|__________| There were restricted donations of £47,401 received towards various projects in the year including the construction of a new hospital wing, sponsorship of students and skills training. 21