SHAH JALAL JAMI MASHJID & MADRASHA 32-33 MOUNT STREET WALSALL WEST MIDLANDS WS13TJ ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024 16 ELDERBERRY CLOSE WALSALL WEST MIDLANDS SHAWKAT CHOWDHURY & CO WS5 4SX ACCOUNTANT
SHAH JALAL JAMI MASHJID & MADRASHA ACCOUNTANTS REPORT In accordance with instructions given to us we have prepared the annexed accounts from the Books, Vouchers, Infonnation and explanations made available to us without carrying out an audit. 16 ELDERBERRY CLOSE WALSALL WEST MIDLANDS SHAWKAT CHOWDHURY & CO WS5 4SX ACCOUNTANT .i.Il.i.I hig DATE....
SHAH JALAL JAMI MASHJID & MADRASHA BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31ST DECEMBER 2024 FIXED ASSETS COST DEPRECIATION NET Land & BuFldFngs Improvements to Property Fixture & Fittings Equiptments 553,792 406,288 23,811 12,175 553,792 406,288 23,810 12,174 960,082 CURRENT ASSETS HSBC Bank RBS Bank CIA HSBC Bank AIC (New Build) Cash in Hand 244 60435 10903 65856 137438 DEDUCT: CURRENT LIABILITIES Sundry Creditors 180 -180 137,258 1,097,340 FINANCED BY . Capital Account Balance b/f 998850 Add: Excess of Income 98,490 1097340
SHAH JALAL JAMI MASHJID & MADRASHA INCOME & EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024 INCOME 158,795 LESS: EXPENDITURE Wages & Salaries 36215 Rent 10300 Rates & Insurance 1584 Heat & Light 1186 Licence fees 75 Repairs & Maintenance 7692 Service charges 1930 Telephonellnternet 420 Bank charges 573 Accountancy fees 180 Solicitors fee 150 Depreciation Nil 60,305 EXCESS OF INCOME OVER EXPENDITURE 98,490
SHAH JALAL JAMI MASHJID & MADRASHA INCOME TAX COMPUTATION BASED UPON THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024 Profit per Accounts 98,490 Add: Expenses attributable to private use: Depreciation Motor Expenses (10 % BU) NET ADJUSTED PROFIT 98,490 Less: CAPITAL ALLOWANCES NET ADJUSTED PROFIT FOR 2024125 98,490
Reference and Administration Details Name of charity: Shah Jalal Jami Masjid Charity registration number: 1119364. Registered address: 33 Mount Street, Walsall, West Midlands WS13PJ. Website: htt ://www.shah'alal.org Governing document: Constitution adopted 11 February 2007 (as amended 07 February 2021). Charitable objects:"To advance the Islamic Faith for the benefit of the public through the holding of prayer meetings, lectures, public celebration of religious festivals, producing and/or distributing literature on the Islamrc faith to enlighten others about the Islamic reLrgion. Area of benefit: Walsall, West Mrdlands. Trustees: Abdul Muhith, Muhammad Ali & Mohammed Sheron Ahmed. Accountant: Shawkat Chowdhury & Co Reporting period: 0110112024- 31/1212024 Date of this report: October 2025 Structure, Governance & Management Organisational structure: The Masjid is overseen by a board of trustees who meet regularly to manage its strategy, finances, legal compliance, and overall mission. Daily operations are handled by the management committee, keyvolunteers and the Imam, who leads religious services. Recruitment and appointment of trustees: Trustees are appointed according to the provisions of the constitution. The trustees ensure they receive induction and have access to relevanttraining and guidance about their duties and responsibilities as charitytrustees (including understanding the Charity Commission guidance fortrustees). Risk management: The trustees have reviewed major risks to which the charity is exposed and have established systems to mitigate them (for example: safeguarding, financial controls, health & safety of the premises, data protection). They are satisfied that these systems are appropriate to the charity's scale and activities. Key policies: The charFty maintains policies which are reviewed regularly to ensure continued relevance and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Objectives and Activities Aims and objectives- The charity's main aim is to promote the Islamic faith forthe public benefrt by: Holding daily prayers, Friday (Jumu'ah) prayers, and Eid celebrations. Organising lectures, classes, study circles, and community programmes to increase understanding of Islam. Celebrating religious festivaLs with the local community. Sharing information about Islam through printed and digitaL materials. Providing a mosque and community space in Walsall to support the sprritual, educational, and social needs of Muslims and benefit the wider public. Key Activities During the Year: Held regular daily prayers and weeklyjumu'ah services. Run children's evening Maktab classes and adult study sessions at the Mount Street building5 days a week. Organised Lectures and seminars on Quranic themes, Islamic ethics, youth engagement, and communitywelfare. Celebrated Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha with special prayers, community gatherings, and food distributFon to promote inclusivity. Shared Islamic knowledge through publications, social media, the Masjid website, and locaL flyers or booklets. Continued outreach and dawah activities, providing mentoring and support for localyouth to help them connect faith and daily life. Continued the new build project to meet growing community needs, including expanded prayer space, classrooms, a library, youth and computerfacllities, and improved access forwomen and disabled users. Strengthened community ties byworking with local organisations and offering the premises for social and educational activities. Public benefit: The Trustees have followed the Charity Commission's publrc benefit guidance in all activitres. By providing a place of worship, education, lectures, Literature, and community facilities, the Masjid supports the spirituaL, moral, and educational weLlbeing of individuals and the community. The Masjid is open to everyone; men, women, and families-with a focus on sharingthe message of Islam and supportingthe youth and wider community in Walsall.
Achievements and Performance Summaryof KeyAchievements: With the commitment of trustees, volunteers, and the congregation, the Masjid successfully continued its programme of prayers, classes, and community events despite challenges such as COVID- 19, Building issues and funding pressures. All government guidelines were duly maintained duringthe COVID 19 outbreak. The Maktab evenlng classes have children and young people attending regularly, learning Quran, Arabic, and Islamic studies. Lectures and seminars engaged high number of participants, focusing on youth, Interfaith understanding, and community wellbeing. The Eid celebrations attracted worshippers and included charitable activities to promote rnclusivity. Online engagement through the website and social media grew, allowing wider outreach and dawah beyond the locaL area. Significant progress was made on the new building project, as ofAugust 2022, over 70 % of the total cost had been raised. The Masjid strengthened ties with Local schools, the council, and community organisations, supporting social cohesion and communitywelfare in WalsaLI. Performance against objectives: The trustees consider that the charity has made good progress towards its strategic objective of beingan Islamic hub forworship, education and community outreach. While the building capacity remains a limitation, the Masjid maximised usage of the existing premises and engaged strongly with youth and communÉty programmes. Further fundraFsing and planning remain needed to realise the new-build vision. Challenges and future focus: The old premises, though well maintained, are increasingly inadequate in size and facilities, restricting growth in programmes, female/mixed faciLities, and youth-dedicated space so a new build mosque projectwas commenced in 2022. Fundraising forthe new build remains a major focus: the trustees recognise the need to increase regular donor income, major gifts, grant applrcations and other sustainable income streams. Ensuring diversity of programming and responding to the needs of women, younger generations and outreach beyond the immediate congregation. ReguLatory compliance and risk management in an increasingcomplex environment (e.g., safeguarding, data protection, building safety).
Monitoring outcomes and capturing more quantitatFve data (attendance numbers, programme outputs and participant feedback) to support future fundraising and governance. Financial Review st Please See'Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2024, The trustees adopt a reserves policy wherebythey aim to hold sufficient unrestricted funds to cover up to six months, operating costs to ensure continuity of provision. Any funds raised forthe new-build project are held in a designated fund and will only be expended in line with the project plan and donors, wishes. Investment and assets: The charity's primary fixed asset is its premises at Mount Street, Walsall. Maintenance and refurbishments are undertaken regularly. The trustees considered whether any held investments or long-term commitments required review and are satisfied that the asset base is appropriate to the charity's needs. Going concern: After reviewing the budget, cash flow and ongoing fundraising prospects, the trustees consider that the charity remains a going concern for the foreseeable future. They believe that the Masjid has access to sufficient funds and supportto meet its obligations and maintain services. Majorfinancial commitments and fundraising: The trustees note the ongoing commitment to the new-build project. A significant amount of fundraising is required. The trustees continue to monitor this carefully to ensure financial sustainabilrty. Plans for the Future: The trustees plan to: Continue the new-build or major refurbishment of the Masjid, with more prayer space and improved facilities foreducation, youth, and women. Increase reguLar donations through monthly giving schemes, donor engagement, and grant appLications to support the building project. Expand educational programmes by offering more evening classes, Quranic Arabic courses, and workshops on business, academics, and digital skills, in line with the Masjid's outreach goals. Strengthen the Masjid's onLine presence with more lectures, webinars, social media content, and website improvementsto support dawah and community engagement.
Build stronger partnerships with Local schools, charities, council bodies, and faith groups to enhance interfaith cooperation and community benefit. Review governance policies, track outcomes such as attendance and satisfaction, and maintain strong safeguarding and compliance practices. Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities The trustees are responsible for preparing the trustees, annual report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations. In accordance with the charities Act and regulations, trustees must ensure: That the financial statements are prepared in accordance with United Kingdom guidance and regulations. That the accounts give a true and fair view of the state of the charity's affairs and of its incoming resources and application of resources forthe year 2024. That the trustees have kept proper accounting records and taken reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of f raud and other irregularities. That the charity's assets are safeguarded and used in furtherance of its charitable objects. The trustees confirm that they have complied with the duty to have due regard to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefitwhen exercisingtheir powers and duties. Approval This reportwas approved bythe trustees 28/10/205 and signed on their behalf by: Mohammed Mahmud General Secretary