AL-ZAHRA FOUNDATION UK
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1122126
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For The Financial Year Ended 05 Apr 2026
Al-Zahra Foundation UK 15 Osmaston Street, Nottingham, NG7 1SD www.azf.org.uk | info@azf.org.uk | 07545626600 | 07920016786
Table of Contents
| Contents | Page(s) |
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| General Information | 3 |
| Trustees Report | 4,5 & 6 |
| Accountants Report | 7 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 8 |
| Balance Sheet | 9 |
| Notes Forming Parts Of Financial Statements | 10,11 & 12 |
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General Information
Trustees
Dr. Muhammad Al-Asadi Mr. Asrar Shabbiri Dr. Latif Imran Jalil Mr. Ghulam Abbas Mr. Waheed Hesari
Charity registration Number
1122126
Registered Office
Al-Zahra Foundation UK, 15 Osmaston Street Lenton Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 1SD info@azf.org.uk
Bankers
Lloyds TSB Bank PLC Market Square House Old Market Square Nottingham NG1 6FD
Independent Examiners
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Trustees' Report
For The Financial Year Ended 05 Apr 2026
Structure, Governance and Management:
a. Governing document
The Charity is an association governed by its constitution.
b. Method of appointment and induction of new Trustees
New Trustees are appointed by the members of the charity at a general meeting and are briefed on their legal obligations under charity law, the content of the charity's constitution, and its recent performance.
c. Organisational structure and decision making
The Charity is UK based and its office is in Nottingham, having no partner organisations. The board of Trustees oversee the running of the charity on a day to day basis. All operational decisions are made at board meetings which are held frequently through the year.
d. Risk Management
The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed and are satisfied that systems and procedures are in place to mitigate our exposure to the major risks.
Objectives and Activities
a. Summary of objectives
The objectives of the charity as set out in its governing document are as follows:
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To promote and advance by such means as are according to the laws of England exclusively charitable the religion of Islam in accordance with the principles of the Shia laws and to provide for the relief of poverty; and
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To provide or assist in the provision of facilities for recreation or other leisure time occupation in the interests of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life for the inhabitants of the area of benefit without distinction of sex or of political, religious or other opinions.
b. Activities
The organisation has charitable status and provides religious, recreational, and social facilities, particularly, but not exclusively, for the Shia community and people with disabilities, in the interests of social welfare. Its aim is to improve the quality of life and well-being of these individuals. In addition, the organisation provides sports facilities and activities for the wider community, promoting health, inclusion, and community cohesion.
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Trustees' Report For The Financial Year Ended 05 Apr 2026
c. Public Benefit
In accordance with section 17 of the Charities Act 2011, the trustees confirm that they have had due regard to the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit in exercising their powers and duties, and in particular in reviewing the charity's aims and determining its activities for the year under review.
The trustees are satisfied that the activities undertaken during the year — comprising the provision of religious, recreational and social facilities, the provision of food to those in need, the delivery of Ramadan and Muharram programmes, and the relief of poverty — were carried out in furtherance of the charity's objects and provided demonstrable public benefit to the communities served, including the Shia community, persons with disabilities, and the wider inhabitants of the area of benefit, without distinction as to sex, political affiliation, religion or other belief.
d. Achievements and Performance
During the year, the charity continued to deliver against its charitable objects through its regular programme of religious, recreational and social activities, including the Ramadan and Muharram programmes and the ongoing provision of food to those in need. The charity also undertook capital improvements to its premises during the year, including the addition of a funeral room facility to serve the community.
e. Reserves Policy
At the year end, the charity held total funds of £348,070 of which £331,193 was represented by fixed assets (comprising freehold property, fixtures and fittings, computer equipment and the funeral room), leaving free reserves of approximately £16,877 held in cash and current assets.
The trustees consider this level of free reserves to be appropriate to meet the charity's short-term working capital requirements, while the substantial majority of the charity's assets remain committed to the premises from which its charitable activities are delivered.
Principal funding
Most of the funds are raised through voluntary donations from within the local community.
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Trustees, Report For The Financial Year Ended 05 Apr 2026 Statement of Trustees, Responsibilities . The trustees are responsible for preparing the trustees, report and the financial statements in accordance with general applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom General Accepted Accounting Prarticel- The law applicable to charities in England and Wale5 requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period. Selert suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently,. Observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP- Make judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent,. State whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the f inancial statements,. Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless It is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in business. The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2015 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for Safekeeping the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. This report was approved by the Trustees on 31 Jul, 2026 and signed on their behalf, by.. Ghulam Abbas Trustee Orj the behLTlf of all Trustee5 AlQahra Foundation UK 15 Osmaston Street, Nottingham, NG7 1SD www.azf.org.uk | info@azf.org.uk | 07545626600 | 07920016786 6112
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Statement of Financial Activities
For The Financial Year Ended 05 Apr 2026
| Note Income resources Income from generated funds: Donations and Legacies 2 Total Incoming Resources Resources expended Charitable activities 3 Governance / Support Cost 4 Total resources expended Net Incoming/outgoing Resources Investment (deficits)/surpluses Net Movement in funds before Transfers Gross Transfers between funds Net Movement in funds for the year funds B/F Total funds carried forward |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total funds Funds Funds Funds 2026 2026 2026 2025 £ £ £ £ 53,961 2,114 56,075 66,939 53,961 2,114 56,075 66,939 9,366 2,114 11,480 12,462 44,091 - 44,091 42,576 53,457 2,114 55,571 55,038 504 - 504 11,901 - - - - 504 - 504 11,901 347,566 - 347,566 335,665 348,070 - 348,070 347,566 |
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Balance Sheet For The Financial Year Ended 05 Apr 2026 Notes 2026 2025 Fixed Assets Freehold Property Fixture & Fittings Computers, Televisions, Cctv & Sound System Funeral Room 316,100 5,131 3,434 6,528 331.193 316,100 5,458 3,378 324.936 Current Assets Cash at Bank Debtors Prepayments 20,499 28,379 6A 2,894 31.273 20.499 Creditor5: amount5 fallin8 due within in l year 1,622 2,622 Total Assets less current Liabilities 350.070 353.587 Long Term Liabilities 2,000 6.021 Net Assets: Total Assets LESS Total Liabilities 348,070 347,566 CAPITAL RESERVE FUNDS Accumulated Surplus Account 348,070 347,566 Total Funds 348.070 347.566 The Trustees acknowled e their res onsibilities for: 11 Complying the with the requirements of charTty 2011 Act,. charity keep5 appropriate accounting recoreds for preparation of Financial statement5. 21 Charity has Prepared the accounts which give a true and fair view of the State of affairs of the charity end of the financial year 2026, and of its income and expenditure account, in accordance with the requirements of charity Act 2011. These accounts have been delivered in accordance with the provision applicable to small charities, and in accordance with the financial reporting standard for smaller Entities were approved by the Management committee. Ghulam Abbas TNstee On the behalf of all Trustees Date 3110712026 AlQahra Foundation UK 15 Osmaston Street, Nottingham, NG7 1SD www.azf.org.uk | info@azf.org.uk | 07545626600 | 07920016786 9112
Notes forming part of these financial statements
1. Accounting Policies
Basis of preparing the financial statements
The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared inaccordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement ofRecommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the FinancialReporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015)',Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
Tax Status
Al-Zahra Foundation UK has a charitable status and hence exempt from Tax on its charitable activities
Fund Accounting
The charity has restricted and unrestricted funds. Restrcited funds are catagorised as Restricted based on the donor's restriction on the project for which they must be used. While unrestricted funds are available for the use at the discreation of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity
Trustees Remuneration
None of the Trustees are paid wages, salaries or any benefit in kind.
Income Recognition
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has received the funds and is entitlement to use the funds
Expense Recognition
An expense is recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity that expenditure is required to settle the amount of obligation. The charity follos a strict apporval procedure for all charitable expenditures and funds are disbursed after approval.
Average Number of Employees
NIL (Current Year) and NIL (Last year)
Depreciation Policies
Depreciation is charged on reducing balance basis
Computer & Electric Equipments : 18% Fixture & Fittings : 6% Funeral Room : 6%
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Notes forming part of these financial statements
| 2 Donations and Legacies Un-Restricted Restricted 2026 2026 Donations 53,161 1,314 Government Grants - Gift Aid - Khums 800 800 Others Total Incoming Resources 53,961 2,114 3 Charitable Activities Un-Restricted Restricted 2026 2026 Food Provided by Charity 4,588 1,664 Ramadan & Muharram Programmes 2,374 Funeral Services 274 Donations Others 2,130 450 Total 9,366 2,114 4 Governance / Support Cost Heat, Light and Telephone Repair and Maintenance Water, rates and Waste Collection Bank Charges BBL Interest General Insurance Sub-contract cost Stationary, Computer & Office related Expenses General Travel Expenses Capital Allowance (Depreciation) (Note 5) Accountancy Fee Legal & Professional Fee Sundry Expenses Total |
TOTAL TOTAL 2026 2025 54,475 54,727 - - - 10,181 1,600 2,031 - 56,075 66,939 TOTAL TOTAL 2026 2025 6,252 8,349 2,374 1,460 274 - - - 2,580 2,653 11,480 12,462 2026 2025 4,423 6,353 3,511 2,944 2,451 1,736 34 22 84 153 2,032 2,066 26,797 25,639 1,907 222 30 1,121 1,498 1,090 800 800 14 - 511 429 44,091 42,576 |
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| Notes forming part of these financial statements 5 Fixed Assets Schedule Funeral Freehold Fixture & Computer Room Property Fittings Equipements Cost - 316,100 16,622 6,732 Addition / Disposal 6,945 810 At 05 Apr 2026 6,945 316,100 16,622 7,542 Depreciation Accumulated - - 11,164 3,354 Charge for the year 417 - 327 754 At 05 Apr 2026 417 - 11,491 4,108 Net Book Value At 05 Apr 2026 6,528 316,100 5,131 3,434 At 06 Apr 2025 - 316,100 5,458 3,378 6 Cash in Hand - Closing Balances 2026 Current Account 631 Savings Account 5,888 Urdu Committee Account 5,307 Arabic Community Account 503 Star Academy 5,385 Persian Community 160 Ladies Community 1,340 Cash in Hand 1,285 20,499 2026 6A Prepayment : Amount for construction of Funeral Room - 7 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 2026 Accountancy Fee 800 Other Creditors 822 1,622 8 Long Term Liabilities 2026 Bounce Back Loan 2,000 2,000 9 Accumulated Surplus Opening Balance Surplus / (Deficit) Closing Balance |
TOTAL 339,454 7,755 347,209 14,518 1,498 16,016 331,193 324,936 2025 5,076 12,091 3,507 3 4,842 160 1,340 1,360 28,379 2025 2,894 2025 800 1,822 2,622 2025 6,021 6,021 347,566 504 348,070 |
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