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
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On accounts for the year
ended
Charity no
(if any)
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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
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IER
October 2018

Section B
Disclosure
Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concern (see CC32,
Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidance for
examiners).
Give here brief detsils of
any items that the
examiner wishes to
disclose.
IER
October 2018

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 reSoUr￿S 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.
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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 EXpendI￿re 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