Charlty Reglstratlon number: 1135189
UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC
ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIALSTATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Charity Registration Number . 1135189
Trustees
President
Siby Thomas Kandathil
Wjce President
Philip Joseph
General Secretary - Cyril Philip Panamkala
Treasurer
Roby Mekkara
Joint Secretary
- Joy Thomas Pulikeel
Jolnt Treasurer
- Robin Thomas
Pazhukayil Advisor- Luby Mathews
Bankers
National Westminster Bank
HSBC Bank PLC
Registered office: UKKCA Community Centre
Woodcross Lane
Bilston
WV14 9BW
Correspondence address . 54 Newhall Lane,
Bolton. BL15LW
Independent Examiner
Sl)Ichen Kuriakose Bcom, ACW CGMA

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
CONTENTS
Page
Trustee's Report
Independent Examinerfs Report
statement of flnancial activilRs
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Financial Statements

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
TRUSTEE'S ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH2024
Structure, Governance and Management.
The Trustee's present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024.
The United Kingdom Knanya Catholic Association (UKKCA) is a nationwide Catholic group with 8 Regions
and 51 units. Thi5 is one of the largest Catholic associations in the UK.1ts 5truGture consists of the Central
Committee (Trustee5) which has been elected by the members of the National Council by secret. The
National Council is a Corum of the executives from unit levels of the UKKCA. The normal term of the Central
Committee shall be two years and in exceptional circumstances the temi can be extended to a maximum of
an additional year with the approval of two thirds of the majority of the National Council. The United
Kingdom Knanaya Catholic Youth League
(UKKCYL) and the United Kingdom Knanaya Catholic Women's Forum (UKKCWF) are affiliated to the
UKKCA.
Objectives and Activitie5
The Advanceme￿ of Christian Rellglon in accordance with the tenets of the {Knanya) Catholic Church forthe
advan￿ment of Education, Famlly unlty and the fulfilment of S¢xial. Cultural and Welfare needs of the member5 and
the connected societies.
UKKCA Convention On July 8th, 2023. UKKCA celebrated its 20th annual national convention at the
National Exhibition Centre, Stoneleigh ParK Warwickshlre. By scale and attendance, this was the largest
convention in the 23-year hlstory of the organization with over 7000 members attending the evenL
The convention served as an opportunity for its M•M￿r5 to meet, renew relations and network with other
fellow members of UKKCA. The event commenced with our youth wlng UKKCYL performing a welcome
dance wlth over 150 participants on stagè.
As with every natlonal convention, 2023 also witnessed all 51 units showcaslng their unit strength wlth the
procession rally wlth various historic enactmants of Knanaya Cathollc tradltlons.
The publlc meeting was also welcomed by all 7000 attendees wlth the main speakers of the event along
with the chief guest Lee Anderson, MP for Sutton-in-Ashfield who spoke highly of the functioning and
relevance of UKKCA in the UK catholic community. During the public meeting, Mr Raju VC was honored for
his exceptional charitable work in helping the needed and homeless in Kerala, India.
2. Youth Convention - The UKKCA'S youth wing UKKCYL. held a vibrant convention known as Yhekkans. on
18 February 2023 at the Bethel Convention Centre. Bimiingham. The event was attended by over 2000 youth
members of UKKCYL. The event was marked by enthusiastic participation and showcased the talents of the
youth within our community. The event marked as a benchmark in the history of UKKCYL.
3. Women's Day-The Women's wing of UKKCA knows as UKKCWF organized a special event to commemorate
Women's Day on the 14th of October 2023, underlining our commitment to gender equality and community
engagement.
4. National Council Meetings - The UKKCA conducted two in-person national council meetings and six vlrtual
meetings via Zoom, which played a crucial role in decision making and organizational activities.
5. Various Unit Programs - All 51 unlts of UKKCA celebrated festivals like Easter, Chrlstmas, and New Year
through various programs. Regular monthly meetings were held to foster active participatlon within the
communlty.
6. Activities
UKKCA conducted a badminton toumament for Its members on the 6th of May 2023 in
Leicestershire, which saw ov8r 100 members partlcipate and the winners were rewarded with cash prizes and
trophles.

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
TRUSTEE'S ANNUAL REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENOED 31 MARCH 2024
Tug of war competition was also held on the 30th of September2023 in Birmingham
which saw 15 men's teams and 3 women's teams participate in a highty spirited
competition with wlnners rewarded with cash prizes and trophies.
As part of UKKCA'S nationwide Christmas celebration, a carol singing
competltion was held on the 10th of December 2023 in Coventry, wlth
participants from across all the UKKCA unlts In the UK.
As part of our pledge to educat8 and infonn our members of all functions of a
charitable organizatlon, UKKCA conducted a safeguarding awareness seminar
on the 10th of November 2023 for its members.
It was with deep regret that UKKCA was informed of the sad demise of our
member Merina from our Blackpool unit. UKKCA initiated a charity appeal
across its UK members to cover the expenses of transporting the demised
back to Kerala, India as well as a contrlbutlon to the further upbringing of
Merina's children. UKKCA collected £22,778 which was handed over to
Merina's family.
other 2024 Activities
• UKKCA Women's Forum: Expanslon of actlvltles and organization of
electlons to boost engagement and leadershlp among women rnembers.
• 21st UKKCA Convention: Scheduled for July 6th, 2024, at Telford Internation
Centre, anticipated to be a landmark event and the largest national convention
for UKKCA.
• Charlty Initiatives: Continuation of support for causes and Individuals based
on wrltten requests, showcasing UKKCA'S commltment to charity and the
wellbeing of its members.
The Trustee's report was approved by The Trustees on
1g/L)s/zoz
President
Secretary
Treasurer

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF UKKCA.
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
on the account of the United Klngdom Knanaya Catholic Association {UKKCA) for
the year ended 31 March 2024, which are set out on pages 5 to 7.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparatlon of the accounts. The
charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for the year under section
144 (2> of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examinatlon
is needed.
It Is my responsibility to:
Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act.,
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the
Charity Commission under section 145{5) (b) of the 2011 Act; and
to state whether matters have come to my attention.
Basls of independent examiner's report
My examination wa5 carrled out in accordance with the general Directions given by
the Charlty Comm15slon. An examination includes a review of the accounting
records kept by the charlty and a comparison of the accounts presented with those
records. It also Includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the
account and seeklng explanatlons from you as trustees concerning any such
matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be
required In an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the account
present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited to those matters set out In the
statement below.
Independent examinerfs statement
In connectlon wlth my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
{1)which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the
requirements:
to keep accounting records In accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with
accounting requlrements of the 2011 Act have not been met. or
(2) to which attentlon should be drawn to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reached. The proper recommendations are made to trustees to
improve the administration of the units and the going concem of the Charity.
Independent Examiners, Name . Sibichen Kuriakose
Signature
Address 84 High Cross Road, Poulton-Le Flyde. FY6 8BD
Date

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
BASIS OF PREPARATION
Basis of accountin
The financial statements have been prepared based on historic cost in accordance with
Accounting and Reporting by Charities -statement of Recommended Practice(SORP
2015), the Accounting Standards and with the Charities Act 2011.
Chan
e in the basis of accountin
and re
orts to com
are the
revious submission.
Previously the accounts had been submitted in fomial report format and were not using the
professional fomats for Income and Expenditure Statement and the Balance Sheet. From
this year, l used the professional format and re-stated 2022123 figures.
Also started to Consolidate the possible units15 out of 51) on the materiality basis and
available information from the units, since most of them are in their initial stage and hardly
got any transaction to report. The Current Trustees are very keen to communicate the
message to the units and hopefully. more units will provide the infomiation. The current
issue is the lack of enough volunteers in the unit level to manage the matter.
INCOMING RESOURCES
Reco
nition of incomin
resources
These are included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when..
The Charity becomes entitled to resources
The trustees are virtually certain they will re￿1ve the resources; and
The monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability
Insurance claim
Due to the fire to the Centre, received the insurance claims and which is reported in the
2022-23 re-stated financial statement which is line with the financial year (Apr- Mar) and
as per the Bank Statement.
Fixed assets
Only the Major asset is the Land Building the renovation was completed during the financial
year 2024-25. The relevant costs during 2022-23 and 2023-24 are reported in Fixed assets
additions.

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024
Income
Current
Previous Year
Year
l Re-stated)
2023-241£1 2022-231£1
Badminton Tournament
Carol Competition
Merina CharityAppeal
Charity Donation
Christmas Collection
GiftAid Receipt
Insurance Settlement
Interest Income
Law and Lawers Li Charity
Various Units meeting
collection
Members Subscription
Onam Celebration
Contribution
Other Subscriptions
Raffles Income
Sponsorship
Various units Contri bution
Tug ofwar Competition
UKKCA Calendar 2023
UKKCA Convention
Contributlon
2,485.00
5,494.00
22,778.00
180.00
2.096.00
835.00
4,225,00
1,375.00
820.00
686,763.00
7.937.00
2,500.00
23,397.36
11,366.00
2,984.75
6,310.88
1.098.29
560.00
320.00
3,526.00
8,855.04
8,936.00
1.928.86
19,800.00
9,131.28
122.416.20
54,109.87
Total Income
222,813.75
789,415.44

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION {UKKCA)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 - Continued
Expenditure
Current
Previous Year (Re-
Year
stated)
2023-241£1 2022-231£)
Badminton Tournament
Bank Charges
Units Carol Competition
Charity Donation
Christmas Expense
Commission for Insurance
Agent
DBS. Printing. Stationery&
Advertising
Units Easter Celebration
Insurance Premium
2,165.45
Kanal Thoman Day
3.262.00
1,328.25
Other Miscellaneous
165.00
1,057.40
Legal and Professional
975.00
1,368.00
Various Unit meetings
11,987.45 6,379.72
Merina Charituy appeal paid 22,778.00
National Council meetings
1,138.00
Office and Maintenance
957.00
Units Onam and Picinic
2,970.17
Priest Allowan
1,275.00
Security Services
Units Tour Expenses
UnitsTug of War Expense
UK convenb.on Expenses
UKKCA Calendar 2023
UKKCWF
UKKCYL Thekkens
Utility and council tax
Vadam Vali Expenses
Various Donation
6.389.00
125.00
7.464.39
2,500.00
2,737.41
79.96
2,050.00
1,903.00
54,145.91
8,430.00
4,277.00
3,821.14
4,844.89
2,222.29
1,200.00
2.342.80
8,646.35 11,841.51
5.389.63
161,330.36
2.300.00
1,500.00
1.000.00
2,304.00
555.21
8,433.00
75,781.13
750.00
1,206.00
1.727.38
Total Expenses
264,190.11
180,823.69
Net SurpluslDeficit)
(41,376.00)
608.591.76

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
STATEMENT OF ASSEfs AND LIABILITIES AND RECONCILIATION OF
FUNDS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31S1 MARCH 2024.
Note
Total
31" March
2024
Total
31$t March
2023
Fixed Assets
657,112.00
653.672.00
Cash at bank and in Hand
534 028.29
578 844.29
Net Assets
1.191,140.29
1,232,516.29
Unrestricted Funds
At the beginning of the financial year
1.232,516.29
623,924.53
Net SurpluslDeficit}
41376.00
608 591.76
1,191,140.29
1,232,516.29
The Financial statements were approved by The Trustees on
1glbsl2026
President
Secretary
Treasurer

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
Notes
Note 1:
Fixed Asset
31st March
2024
st
31 March
2023
Opening
Land
600,000.00
600,000.00
Building
53 672.00
653.672.00
600,000.00
Additions
Building
3,440
53,672.00
Closing
Land
600,000.00
600.000.00
Building
57 112.00
53 372.00
657,112.00
653,672.00
Note 2:
Cash at Hand and Bank:
31st March
2024
315t March
2023
Cash in hand
1,481.31
Central Committee Current Account
79,635.20
125,382.93
Central Commlttee Savings Account
444A51.17
444,512.96
Current account of reported units
9.941.29
7.467.09
534,028.29
578.844.29

Charlty Reglstratlon number: 1135189
UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC
ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIALSTATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Charity Registration Number . 1135189
Trustees
President
Siby Thomas Kandathil
Wjce President
Philip Joseph
General Secretary - Cyril Philip Panamkala
Treasurer
Roby Mekkara
Joint Secretary
- Joy Thomas Pulikeel
Jolnt Treasurer
- Robin Thomas
Pazhukayil Advisor- Luby Mathews
Bankers
National Westminster Bank
HSBC Bank PLC
Registered office: UKKCA Community Centre
Woodcross Lane
Bilston
WV14 9BW
Correspondence address . 54 Newhall Lane,
Bolton. BL15LW
Independent Examiner
Sl)Ichen Kuriakose Bcom, ACW CGMA

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
CONTENTS
Page
Trustee's Report
Independent Examinerfs Report
statement of flnancial activilRs
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Financial Statements

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
TRUSTEE'S ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH2024
Structure, Governance and Management.
The Trustee's present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024.
The United Kingdom Knanya Catholic Association (UKKCA) is a nationwide Catholic group with 8 Regions
and 51 units. Thi5 is one of the largest Catholic associations in the UK.1ts 5truGture consists of the Central
Committee (Trustee5) which has been elected by the members of the National Council by secret. The
National Council is a Corum of the executives from unit levels of the UKKCA. The normal term of the Central
Committee shall be two years and in exceptional circumstances the temi can be extended to a maximum of
an additional year with the approval of two thirds of the majority of the National Council. The United
Kingdom Knanaya Catholic Youth League
(UKKCYL) and the United Kingdom Knanaya Catholic Women's Forum (UKKCWF) are affiliated to the
UKKCA.
Objectives and Activitie5
The Advanceme￿ of Christian Rellglon in accordance with the tenets of the {Knanya) Catholic Church forthe
advan￿ment of Education, Famlly unlty and the fulfilment of S¢xial. Cultural and Welfare needs of the member5 and
the connected societies.
UKKCA Convention On July 8th, 2023. UKKCA celebrated its 20th annual national convention at the
National Exhibition Centre, Stoneleigh ParK Warwickshlre. By scale and attendance, this was the largest
convention in the 23-year hlstory of the organization with over 7000 members attending the evenL
The convention served as an opportunity for its M•M￿r5 to meet, renew relations and network with other
fellow members of UKKCA. The event commenced with our youth wlng UKKCYL performing a welcome
dance wlth over 150 participants on stagè.
As with every natlonal convention, 2023 also witnessed all 51 units showcaslng their unit strength wlth the
procession rally wlth various historic enactmants of Knanaya Cathollc tradltlons.
The publlc meeting was also welcomed by all 7000 attendees wlth the main speakers of the event along
with the chief guest Lee Anderson, MP for Sutton-in-Ashfield who spoke highly of the functioning and
relevance of UKKCA in the UK catholic community. During the public meeting, Mr Raju VC was honored for
his exceptional charitable work in helping the needed and homeless in Kerala, India.
2. Youth Convention - The UKKCA'S youth wing UKKCYL. held a vibrant convention known as Yhekkans. on
18 February 2023 at the Bethel Convention Centre. Bimiingham. The event was attended by over 2000 youth
members of UKKCYL. The event was marked by enthusiastic participation and showcased the talents of the
youth within our community. The event marked as a benchmark in the history of UKKCYL.
3. Women's Day-The Women's wing of UKKCA knows as UKKCWF organized a special event to commemorate
Women's Day on the 14th of October 2023, underlining our commitment to gender equality and community
engagement.
4. National Council Meetings - The UKKCA conducted two in-person national council meetings and six vlrtual
meetings via Zoom, which played a crucial role in decision making and organizational activities.
5. Various Unit Programs - All 51 unlts of UKKCA celebrated festivals like Easter, Chrlstmas, and New Year
through various programs. Regular monthly meetings were held to foster active participatlon within the
communlty.
6. Activities
UKKCA conducted a badminton toumament for Its members on the 6th of May 2023 in
Leicestershire, which saw ov8r 100 members partlcipate and the winners were rewarded with cash prizes and
trophles.

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
TRUSTEE'S ANNUAL REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENOED 31 MARCH 2024
Tug of war competition was also held on the 30th of September2023 in Birmingham
which saw 15 men's teams and 3 women's teams participate in a highty spirited
competition with wlnners rewarded with cash prizes and trophies.
As part of UKKCA'S nationwide Christmas celebration, a carol singing
competltion was held on the 10th of December 2023 in Coventry, wlth
participants from across all the UKKCA unlts In the UK.
As part of our pledge to educat8 and infonn our members of all functions of a
charitable organizatlon, UKKCA conducted a safeguarding awareness seminar
on the 10th of November 2023 for its members.
It was with deep regret that UKKCA was informed of the sad demise of our
member Merina from our Blackpool unit. UKKCA initiated a charity appeal
across its UK members to cover the expenses of transporting the demised
back to Kerala, India as well as a contrlbutlon to the further upbringing of
Merina's children. UKKCA collected £22,778 which was handed over to
Merina's family.
other 2024 Activities
• UKKCA Women's Forum: Expanslon of actlvltles and organization of
electlons to boost engagement and leadershlp among women rnembers.
• 21st UKKCA Convention: Scheduled for July 6th, 2024, at Telford Internation
Centre, anticipated to be a landmark event and the largest national convention
for UKKCA.
• Charlty Initiatives: Continuation of support for causes and Individuals based
on wrltten requests, showcasing UKKCA'S commltment to charity and the
wellbeing of its members.
The Trustee's report was approved by The Trustees on
1g/L)s/zoz
President
Secretary
Treasurer

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF UKKCA.
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
on the account of the United Klngdom Knanaya Catholic Association {UKKCA) for
the year ended 31 March 2024, which are set out on pages 5 to 7.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparatlon of the accounts. The
charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for the year under section
144 (2> of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examinatlon
is needed.
It Is my responsibility to:
Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act.,
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the
Charity Commission under section 145{5) (b) of the 2011 Act; and
to state whether matters have come to my attention.
Basls of independent examiner's report
My examination wa5 carrled out in accordance with the general Directions given by
the Charlty Comm15slon. An examination includes a review of the accounting
records kept by the charlty and a comparison of the accounts presented with those
records. It also Includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the
account and seeklng explanatlons from you as trustees concerning any such
matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be
required In an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the account
present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited to those matters set out In the
statement below.
Independent examinerfs statement
In connectlon wlth my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
{1)which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the
requirements:
to keep accounting records In accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with
accounting requlrements of the 2011 Act have not been met. or
(2) to which attentlon should be drawn to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reached. The proper recommendations are made to trustees to
improve the administration of the units and the going concem of the Charity.
Independent Examiners, Name . Sibichen Kuriakose
Signature
Address 84 High Cross Road, Poulton-Le Flyde. FY6 8BD
Date

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
BASIS OF PREPARATION
Basis of accountin
The financial statements have been prepared based on historic cost in accordance with
Accounting and Reporting by Charities -statement of Recommended Practice(SORP
2015), the Accounting Standards and with the Charities Act 2011.
Chan
e in the basis of accountin
and re
orts to com
are the
revious submission.
Previously the accounts had been submitted in fomial report format and were not using the
professional fomats for Income and Expenditure Statement and the Balance Sheet. From
this year, l used the professional format and re-stated 2022123 figures.
Also started to Consolidate the possible units15 out of 51) on the materiality basis and
available information from the units, since most of them are in their initial stage and hardly
got any transaction to report. The Current Trustees are very keen to communicate the
message to the units and hopefully. more units will provide the infomiation. The current
issue is the lack of enough volunteers in the unit level to manage the matter.
INCOMING RESOURCES
Reco
nition of incomin
resources
These are included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when..
The Charity becomes entitled to resources
The trustees are virtually certain they will re￿1ve the resources; and
The monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability
Insurance claim
Due to the fire to the Centre, received the insurance claims and which is reported in the
2022-23 re-stated financial statement which is line with the financial year (Apr- Mar) and
as per the Bank Statement.
Fixed assets
Only the Major asset is the Land Building the renovation was completed during the financial
year 2024-25. The relevant costs during 2022-23 and 2023-24 are reported in Fixed assets
additions.

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024
Income
Current
Previous Year
Year
l Re-stated)
2023-241£1 2022-231£1
Badminton Tournament
Carol Competition
Merina CharityAppeal
Charity Donation
Christmas Collection
GiftAid Receipt
Insurance Settlement
Interest Income
Law and Lawers Li Charity
Various Units meeting
collection
Members Subscription
Onam Celebration
Contribution
Other Subscriptions
Raffles Income
Sponsorship
Various units Contri bution
Tug ofwar Competition
UKKCA Calendar 2023
UKKCA Convention
Contributlon
2,485.00
5,494.00
22,778.00
180.00
2.096.00
835.00
4,225,00
1,375.00
820.00
686,763.00
7.937.00
2,500.00
23,397.36
11,366.00
2,984.75
6,310.88
1.098.29
560.00
320.00
3,526.00
8,855.04
8,936.00
1.928.86
19,800.00
9,131.28
122.416.20
54,109.87
Total Income
222,813.75
789,415.44

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION {UKKCA)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 - Continued
Expenditure
Current
Previous Year (Re-
Year
stated)
2023-241£1 2022-231£)
Badminton Tournament
Bank Charges
Units Carol Competition
Charity Donation
Christmas Expense
Commission for Insurance
Agent
DBS. Printing. Stationery&
Advertising
Units Easter Celebration
Insurance Premium
2,165.45
Kanal Thoman Day
3.262.00
1,328.25
Other Miscellaneous
165.00
1,057.40
Legal and Professional
975.00
1,368.00
Various Unit meetings
11,987.45 6,379.72
Merina Charituy appeal paid 22,778.00
National Council meetings
1,138.00
Office and Maintenance
957.00
Units Onam and Picinic
2,970.17
Priest Allowan
1,275.00
Security Services
Units Tour Expenses
UnitsTug of War Expense
UK convenb.on Expenses
UKKCA Calendar 2023
UKKCWF
UKKCYL Thekkens
Utility and council tax
Vadam Vali Expenses
Various Donation
6.389.00
125.00
7.464.39
2,500.00
2,737.41
79.96
2,050.00
1,903.00
54,145.91
8,430.00
4,277.00
3,821.14
4,844.89
2,222.29
1,200.00
2.342.80
8,646.35 11,841.51
5.389.63
161,330.36
2.300.00
1,500.00
1.000.00
2,304.00
555.21
8,433.00
75,781.13
750.00
1,206.00
1.727.38
Total Expenses
264,190.11
180,823.69
Net SurpluslDeficit)
(41,376.00)
608.591.76

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
STATEMENT OF ASSEfs AND LIABILITIES AND RECONCILIATION OF
FUNDS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31S1 MARCH 2024.
Note
Total
31" March
2024
Total
31$t March
2023
Fixed Assets
657,112.00
653.672.00
Cash at bank and in Hand
534 028.29
578 844.29
Net Assets
1.191,140.29
1,232,516.29
Unrestricted Funds
At the beginning of the financial year
1.232,516.29
623,924.53
Net SurpluslDeficit}
41376.00
608 591.76
1,191,140.29
1,232,516.29
The Financial statements were approved by The Trustees on
1glbsl2026
President
Secretary
Treasurer

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
Notes
Note 1:
Fixed Asset
31st March
2024
st
31 March
2023
Opening
Land
600,000.00
600,000.00
Building
53 672.00
653.672.00
600,000.00
Additions
Building
3,440
53,672.00
Closing
Land
600,000.00
600.000.00
Building
57 112.00
53 372.00
657,112.00
653,672.00
Note 2:
Cash at Hand and Bank:
31st March
2024
315t March
2023
Cash in hand
1,481.31
Central Committee Current Account
79,635.20
125,382.93
Central Commlttee Savings Account
444A51.17
444,512.96
Current account of reported units
9.941.29
7.467.09
534,028.29
578.844.29

Charlty Reglstratlon number: 1135189
UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC
ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIALSTATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Charity Registration Number . 1135189
Trustees
President
Siby Thomas Kandathil
Wjce President
Philip Joseph
General Secretary - Cyril Philip Panamkala
Treasurer
Roby Mekkara
Joint Secretary
- Joy Thomas Pulikeel
Jolnt Treasurer
- Robin Thomas
Pazhukayil Advisor- Luby Mathews
Bankers
National Westminster Bank
HSBC Bank PLC
Registered office: UKKCA Community Centre
Woodcross Lane
Bilston
WV14 9BW
Correspondence address . 54 Newhall Lane,
Bolton. BL15LW
Independent Examiner
Sl)Ichen Kuriakose Bcom, ACW CGMA

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
CONTENTS
Page
Trustee's Report
Independent Examinerfs Report
statement of flnancial activilRs
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Financial Statements

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
TRUSTEE'S ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH2024
Structure, Governance and Management.
The Trustee's present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024.
The United Kingdom Knanya Catholic Association (UKKCA) is a nationwide Catholic group with 8 Regions
and 51 units. Thi5 is one of the largest Catholic associations in the UK.1ts 5truGture consists of the Central
Committee (Trustee5) which has been elected by the members of the National Council by secret. The
National Council is a Corum of the executives from unit levels of the UKKCA. The normal term of the Central
Committee shall be two years and in exceptional circumstances the temi can be extended to a maximum of
an additional year with the approval of two thirds of the majority of the National Council. The United
Kingdom Knanaya Catholic Youth League
(UKKCYL) and the United Kingdom Knanaya Catholic Women's Forum (UKKCWF) are affiliated to the
UKKCA.
Objectives and Activitie5
The Advanceme￿ of Christian Rellglon in accordance with the tenets of the {Knanya) Catholic Church forthe
advan￿ment of Education, Famlly unlty and the fulfilment of S¢xial. Cultural and Welfare needs of the member5 and
the connected societies.
UKKCA Convention On July 8th, 2023. UKKCA celebrated its 20th annual national convention at the
National Exhibition Centre, Stoneleigh ParK Warwickshlre. By scale and attendance, this was the largest
convention in the 23-year hlstory of the organization with over 7000 members attending the evenL
The convention served as an opportunity for its M•M￿r5 to meet, renew relations and network with other
fellow members of UKKCA. The event commenced with our youth wlng UKKCYL performing a welcome
dance wlth over 150 participants on stagè.
As with every natlonal convention, 2023 also witnessed all 51 units showcaslng their unit strength wlth the
procession rally wlth various historic enactmants of Knanaya Cathollc tradltlons.
The publlc meeting was also welcomed by all 7000 attendees wlth the main speakers of the event along
with the chief guest Lee Anderson, MP for Sutton-in-Ashfield who spoke highly of the functioning and
relevance of UKKCA in the UK catholic community. During the public meeting, Mr Raju VC was honored for
his exceptional charitable work in helping the needed and homeless in Kerala, India.
2. Youth Convention - The UKKCA'S youth wing UKKCYL. held a vibrant convention known as Yhekkans. on
18 February 2023 at the Bethel Convention Centre. Bimiingham. The event was attended by over 2000 youth
members of UKKCYL. The event was marked by enthusiastic participation and showcased the talents of the
youth within our community. The event marked as a benchmark in the history of UKKCYL.
3. Women's Day-The Women's wing of UKKCA knows as UKKCWF organized a special event to commemorate
Women's Day on the 14th of October 2023, underlining our commitment to gender equality and community
engagement.
4. National Council Meetings - The UKKCA conducted two in-person national council meetings and six vlrtual
meetings via Zoom, which played a crucial role in decision making and organizational activities.
5. Various Unit Programs - All 51 unlts of UKKCA celebrated festivals like Easter, Chrlstmas, and New Year
through various programs. Regular monthly meetings were held to foster active participatlon within the
communlty.
6. Activities
UKKCA conducted a badminton toumament for Its members on the 6th of May 2023 in
Leicestershire, which saw ov8r 100 members partlcipate and the winners were rewarded with cash prizes and
trophles.

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
TRUSTEE'S ANNUAL REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENOED 31 MARCH 2024
Tug of war competition was also held on the 30th of September2023 in Birmingham
which saw 15 men's teams and 3 women's teams participate in a highty spirited
competition with wlnners rewarded with cash prizes and trophies.
As part of UKKCA'S nationwide Christmas celebration, a carol singing
competltion was held on the 10th of December 2023 in Coventry, wlth
participants from across all the UKKCA unlts In the UK.
As part of our pledge to educat8 and infonn our members of all functions of a
charitable organizatlon, UKKCA conducted a safeguarding awareness seminar
on the 10th of November 2023 for its members.
It was with deep regret that UKKCA was informed of the sad demise of our
member Merina from our Blackpool unit. UKKCA initiated a charity appeal
across its UK members to cover the expenses of transporting the demised
back to Kerala, India as well as a contrlbutlon to the further upbringing of
Merina's children. UKKCA collected £22,778 which was handed over to
Merina's family.
other 2024 Activities
• UKKCA Women's Forum: Expanslon of actlvltles and organization of
electlons to boost engagement and leadershlp among women rnembers.
• 21st UKKCA Convention: Scheduled for July 6th, 2024, at Telford Internation
Centre, anticipated to be a landmark event and the largest national convention
for UKKCA.
• Charlty Initiatives: Continuation of support for causes and Individuals based
on wrltten requests, showcasing UKKCA'S commltment to charity and the
wellbeing of its members.
The Trustee's report was approved by The Trustees on
1g/L)s/zoz
President
Secretary
Treasurer

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF UKKCA.
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
on the account of the United Klngdom Knanaya Catholic Association {UKKCA) for
the year ended 31 March 2024, which are set out on pages 5 to 7.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparatlon of the accounts. The
charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for the year under section
144 (2> of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examinatlon
is needed.
It Is my responsibility to:
Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act.,
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the
Charity Commission under section 145{5) (b) of the 2011 Act; and
to state whether matters have come to my attention.
Basls of independent examiner's report
My examination wa5 carrled out in accordance with the general Directions given by
the Charlty Comm15slon. An examination includes a review of the accounting
records kept by the charlty and a comparison of the accounts presented with those
records. It also Includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the
account and seeklng explanatlons from you as trustees concerning any such
matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be
required In an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the account
present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited to those matters set out In the
statement below.
Independent examinerfs statement
In connectlon wlth my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
{1)which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the
requirements:
to keep accounting records In accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with
accounting requlrements of the 2011 Act have not been met. or
(2) to which attentlon should be drawn to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reached. The proper recommendations are made to trustees to
improve the administration of the units and the going concem of the Charity.
Independent Examiners, Name . Sibichen Kuriakose
Signature
Address 84 High Cross Road, Poulton-Le Flyde. FY6 8BD
Date

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
BASIS OF PREPARATION
Basis of accountin
The financial statements have been prepared based on historic cost in accordance with
Accounting and Reporting by Charities -statement of Recommended Practice(SORP
2015), the Accounting Standards and with the Charities Act 2011.
Chan
e in the basis of accountin
and re
orts to com
are the
revious submission.
Previously the accounts had been submitted in fomial report format and were not using the
professional fomats for Income and Expenditure Statement and the Balance Sheet. From
this year, l used the professional format and re-stated 2022123 figures.
Also started to Consolidate the possible units15 out of 51) on the materiality basis and
available information from the units, since most of them are in their initial stage and hardly
got any transaction to report. The Current Trustees are very keen to communicate the
message to the units and hopefully. more units will provide the infomiation. The current
issue is the lack of enough volunteers in the unit level to manage the matter.
INCOMING RESOURCES
Reco
nition of incomin
resources
These are included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when..
The Charity becomes entitled to resources
The trustees are virtually certain they will re￿1ve the resources; and
The monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability
Insurance claim
Due to the fire to the Centre, received the insurance claims and which is reported in the
2022-23 re-stated financial statement which is line with the financial year (Apr- Mar) and
as per the Bank Statement.
Fixed assets
Only the Major asset is the Land Building the renovation was completed during the financial
year 2024-25. The relevant costs during 2022-23 and 2023-24 are reported in Fixed assets
additions.

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024
Income
Current
Previous Year
Year
l Re-stated)
2023-241£1 2022-231£1
Badminton Tournament
Carol Competition
Merina CharityAppeal
Charity Donation
Christmas Collection
GiftAid Receipt
Insurance Settlement
Interest Income
Law and Lawers Li Charity
Various Units meeting
collection
Members Subscription
Onam Celebration
Contribution
Other Subscriptions
Raffles Income
Sponsorship
Various units Contri bution
Tug ofwar Competition
UKKCA Calendar 2023
UKKCA Convention
Contributlon
2,485.00
5,494.00
22,778.00
180.00
2.096.00
835.00
4,225,00
1,375.00
820.00
686,763.00
7.937.00
2,500.00
23,397.36
11,366.00
2,984.75
6,310.88
1.098.29
560.00
320.00
3,526.00
8,855.04
8,936.00
1.928.86
19,800.00
9,131.28
122.416.20
54,109.87
Total Income
222,813.75
789,415.44

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION {UKKCA)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 - Continued
Expenditure
Current
Previous Year (Re-
Year
stated)
2023-241£1 2022-231£)
Badminton Tournament
Bank Charges
Units Carol Competition
Charity Donation
Christmas Expense
Commission for Insurance
Agent
DBS. Printing. Stationery&
Advertising
Units Easter Celebration
Insurance Premium
2,165.45
Kanal Thoman Day
3.262.00
1,328.25
Other Miscellaneous
165.00
1,057.40
Legal and Professional
975.00
1,368.00
Various Unit meetings
11,987.45 6,379.72
Merina Charituy appeal paid 22,778.00
National Council meetings
1,138.00
Office and Maintenance
957.00
Units Onam and Picinic
2,970.17
Priest Allowan
1,275.00
Security Services
Units Tour Expenses
UnitsTug of War Expense
UK convenb.on Expenses
UKKCA Calendar 2023
UKKCWF
UKKCYL Thekkens
Utility and council tax
Vadam Vali Expenses
Various Donation
6.389.00
125.00
7.464.39
2,500.00
2,737.41
79.96
2,050.00
1,903.00
54,145.91
8,430.00
4,277.00
3,821.14
4,844.89
2,222.29
1,200.00
2.342.80
8,646.35 11,841.51
5.389.63
161,330.36
2.300.00
1,500.00
1.000.00
2,304.00
555.21
8,433.00
75,781.13
750.00
1,206.00
1.727.38
Total Expenses
264,190.11
180,823.69
Net SurpluslDeficit)
(41,376.00)
608.591.76

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
STATEMENT OF ASSEfs AND LIABILITIES AND RECONCILIATION OF
FUNDS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31S1 MARCH 2024.
Note
Total
31" March
2024
Total
31$t March
2023
Fixed Assets
657,112.00
653.672.00
Cash at bank and in Hand
534 028.29
578 844.29
Net Assets
1.191,140.29
1,232,516.29
Unrestricted Funds
At the beginning of the financial year
1.232,516.29
623,924.53
Net SurpluslDeficit}
41376.00
608 591.76
1,191,140.29
1,232,516.29
The Financial statements were approved by The Trustees on
1glbsl2026
President
Secretary
Treasurer

UNITED KINGDOM KNANAYA CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION (UKKCA)
Notes
Note 1:
Fixed Asset
31st March
2024
st
31 March
2023
Opening
Land
600,000.00
600,000.00
Building
53 672.00
653.672.00
600,000.00
Additions
Building
3,440
53,672.00
Closing
Land
600,000.00
600.000.00
Building
57 112.00
53 372.00
657,112.00
653,672.00
Note 2:
Cash at Hand and Bank:
31st March
2024
315t March
2023
Cash in hand
1,481.31
Central Committee Current Account
79,635.20
125,382.93
Central Commlttee Savings Account
444A51.17
444,512.96
Current account of reported units
9.941.29
7.467.09
534,028.29
578.844.29