CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report to the trusteesl members of G-AN3i o CONJCÉQN UI 0510+ /£f On accounts for the year ended Charity no (if any) 1133LFWO Set out on pages I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity ("the Trust") for the year ended Responsibilities and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation basis of report 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 the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention ( ") in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or the accounts do not accord with the accounting records Independent examiner's statement I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Please delete the rds in the brackets if they do not apply. Signed: Date: 11 /25 Name: CQO Relevant professional qualification(s) or body (if any): Address: 11 HuNruLV IL) IER October 2018
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UGANDA CONCERN UK UGANDA CONCERN UK Registered Charity No: 1133440 TRusfEES' ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5th APRIL 2025 LEGAL & ADMINIsfRATIVE INFORMATION Governing Document: Trust Deed, adopted 4th January 2010 Objects: 'The prevention or relief of povety in Uganda, in particular by supporting the charitable work of Uganda Women Concern Ministry, Bank: Lloyds TSB, Clevedon, North Somerset Trustees: Mrs Bridget Withell (Chair) Mr Terry Game (Treasurer) Mr Keith Ketchum Mr Stephen Withell Mrs Terry Game Registered address: l Birch Avenue, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS217JT Uganda Concern UK primarily supports the work of Uganda Women Concern Ministry (UWCM) in the Mbale region of Uganda. UWCM is an indigenous Christian NGO, established in 1991 to assist and empower people living in povety in hard to reach communities in the remote foothills of Mount Elgon where there is little or no access to any other support. They focus on rural communities and in addition to creating self- help groups, skills training and small-scale saving schemes, UWCM identifies those in greatest need and offers hope through individualised practical, emotional and spiritual support. The combination of these interventions is very effective in equipping and enabling people to lift themselves out of poverty in a sustsinable way. Funding: The total amount raised by UCUK during this financial year was £31,043.79, a decrease of £60,439.45 (66 % ) from last year which was an exceptional year due mainly to the extremely generous one-off donation from Faversham Gospel Mission. This was specifically for the purchase of a new 4WD vehicle to enable UWCM to continue their work in Uganda. Gift Aid of £5,533.37 was reclaimed during the year. Transfers are made to Uganda Women Concem Ministy on a monthly basis and this frequency will continue to be reviewed by the Trustees. It should be noted that all donations are *n¢ without deduction, to UWCM.
The main ways in which UCUK generate funds are as follows: l. We have a small, but growing, base of regular supporters and also a number of individuals and churches who kindly make ad-hoc donations. Some supporters choose to make a donation in lieu of special birthdays/anniversaries; bequeath gifts to Uganda Concern UK or make a donation in memory of a loved one and we are extremely grateful for the continued generosity of everyone who chooses to support UCUK. 2. Fundraising events: various fundraising events are held throughout the year and Trustees are always pleased to be invited to speak at churches or groups about the work of UWCM and this often results in a financial donation. 3. We are registered with Everyclick.com and this has continued to generate funding by the 'give as you live, scheme simply by shopping on line. 4. We are also registered with Easyfundraising.org.uk which also raises funds by shopping on line. Use of funds by UWCM: Water Filters" We have recently partnered with Water Matters whose mission is to bring clean, safe water to those in need around the world. If maintained properly, these Sawyer water filters can filter up to 2000 litres of water per day for up to 15 years which is a potential life saver for the many groups supported by UWCM where their main water supply is often from a river. The project is in the early stages and, following a successful pilot scheme with one women's group, the next phase will be to provide filters for the remaining 10 Women's Groups in Simu sub-county and we are working closely with Watermatters and UWCM to see if this can be achieved. Further details of this project can be found on our website. Women's Grou s.. The work with Women's Groups in rural communities continues to progress well and forms the major part of our funding. There is always a waiting list of groups who wish to receive training as they have seen the impact that other groups are having within their communities. UWCM offers support and training to these groups at various levels in a number of activities which help to bring about sustainable development and transformation in the lives of individuals and communities. They help communities and groups to identify ways to generate funds using local skills and reSoUrS including CMMF (Community Managed Micro Finance) training. Group members also identify and assist the poorest in their community in various prattical ways but with the aim of promoting income-generation and increasing the family's financial independence. We continue to provide funds to buy sewing machines and materials which enable groups to earn an income as well as making and distributing re-usable sanitary pads to young women who would otherwise not be able to afford them. Pra er & Porrid e Pro"ects at Saki a&Lwan oli . The aim of each Prayer & Porridge project is to provide support, counselling, prayer, Bible study, a nutritional meal, games & artivities, plus assistsnce with school fees and scholastic materials whenever possible to very vulnerable children. The groups give the children a real sense of belonging and increases their feelings of self-worth and confidence and parents confirm that it has a very positive impact on their children. Both projects are run by volunteers from local churches and overseen by UWCM with approximately 150 children registered at each project but there is an increasing need for more funding for school fees and medical fees. Sarah's Shelters: This fund enables Women's Groups to assist vulnerable families to buy a small plot of land (if necessary) and construrt a traditional home. Members of the communities donate the wooden poles and work together to build the new shelters. Our funding buys materials such as the iron sheets for the roof, wooden door and window frames, nails, land (if necessary) and also, when funds allow, provide a small IGA eg a pair of goats and also mattresses, bedding, cooking pots etc. The money we send out is Usually sufficient to build 2 or 3 new shelters each quarter but there is always a list of families waiting for new shelters.
Education Fund: In addition to providing basic scholastic materials to some of the most vulnerable children in various communities, we also fijnd individuals identified to us by UWCM through primary and secondary education or through an apprenticeship program. ontribution towards staff salaries and admin costs: We currently contribute towards 8 members of UWCM staff salaries. We also provide funds to assist UWCM with various administrative costs Mini-conferences for oun eo le and arents uardians: In late Decemberlearly January UWCM hold non-residential conferences in 4 different communities with approximately 50 young people attending each day ie a total of 200 young people benefit from these events. Each mini conference takes place over 3 days and each day begins with a time of worship following by teaching on topics such as: children's rights and responsibilities; life skills; decision making criteria; self-esteem; drug and alcohol awareness. modern day slavery; dangers of social media and other relevant topics. This is followed by a l-day training in each community for up to 25 parentslguardians (ie a total of 100 adults) over the period when UWCM staff share skills on how to handle teenagers at home, in church and in society. UWCM staff are the lead facilitators but each community is involved with the planning and running of these events by contributing a venue. firewood, preparation of meals and ensuring the safety and security of the young people. Staff and those who attend the conferences confirm that they are extremely beneficial and have a lasting impact on the young people and their parents/guardians. There is always a huge demand from communities to host the conferences. Details of all the main projects we support can be seen on our website Mvw.ugandaconcernuk.org. We also produce a twice-yearly newsletter which is sent to all our supporters plus latest news is posted on the blog on our website and on our FaceBook page. Visits to UWCM: We work closely wtth UWCM throughout the year to offer support and guidance and also to ty and secure additional funding. Two UCUK Trustees and three supporters visited in January 2025 to monitor the projects we fund and also to support and encourage the staff. "Working fo Support Uganda Women Conrn Ministy- ern live.co.uk website: www.u rn e-mail:
6th Aprl 2025 BREAKDOWII OF INCOME Opening Balance 36,926.03 Rwjular Giving 11918.50 Donatlons 10,129.74 Fundralslng a¢ii¥ltles 2,292.59 Glft Ald Recovery 5,533.37 169.59 Total Income for 2024- 2025 31,043.79 TOTAL £ 67,969.82 6th April 2024- 5th April 2025 BREAKDOWN OF EXPENDrruRE As in previous years. trdnsfers continue to be made to Uganda Women Con¢ern Ministry on a monthly basis and th1$ frequency will continue to be reviewed by the Trtssteés at the Trustee meeting5 held twice yeady. Children's Conference l Trdining Days 3,IXIO.00 Shelter Construction- Sarah'5 Shelters 1,950.00 Sakiya & Lwangoli Prayer & Porridge Programmes 3,750.00 Contribution towards refurbishment of UWCM Hut 1,033.00 Women's Groups & Community Groups 9,350.00 Sewing Machines l >nitary Pad Projert 250.00 Contrilwtion to LIWCM Salaries 16,742.00 UWCM Administratlon 7,999.00 Bank Charge5 for MoneyTransfers to Ugond• 165.00 Education Fees &Associated costs 5,574.00 Sundries & Ad d•)natlon$ In rnsponse to requests from UWCM 4,083AO Totsl EXpendIre for 2024- 2025 53,896.40 aosin9 Balance 14,073A2 TOTAL 67,969.82 Stgned.. Te Game Trustee Treasurer
Total Income for 2024 - 2025 Collection Boxes, £170 Gift Aid Recovery, .£5,533 Fundraising Activities, £2,293 Regular Giving, £12.919 Donations. £10,130
UGANDA LO Total Outgoings for 2024 - 2025 CONCERN UK Education Fees £5,574 Sewing Machines / Sanitary Pad Project £250 Contribution towards ref urbishment of UWCM Hut £1,033 Bank Char9es for Money Transf ers to Uganda £165 Shelter Construction - Sarah, s Shelters £1.950 Contribution to UWCM Salaries £16,742 Children's Conf erence / Tmining Days £3,000 Prayer & Porridge . Programme £3.750 Women's & Community Groups £9.350 UWCM Administration £7,999 Ad Hoc donations in response to requests f rom UWCM £4,083