2023-03-31-accounts - Tamu Samaj UK

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Charity Number: 1150097

Tamu Samaj UK Accounts & Report Year ended 31 March 2023

Prepared by: GNS Associates Limited Chartered Certified Accountants

Tamu Samaj UK Contents

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Charity information	1
Approval statement	2
Accountant's report	3
Financial activities	4
Balance sheet	5

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Tamu Samaj UK

Charity information

Address

Card Room 660 Harrow Road Barham Park Wembley HA0 2HB

Trustees

Shivakumar Gurung, Chair Dharam Bal Gurung Subasing Gurung Khem Bahadur Gurung Shiva Chandra Gurung Arjun Kumar Gurung Chitra Bahadur Gurung Kanya Prasad Gurung Yam Bahadur Gurung Harka Bahadur Gurung Udaya Gurung Baburam Gurung Gyan Bahadur Gurung Kedar Bahadur Gurung Shivasaran Gurung

Accountants

GNS Associates Limited Chartered Certified Accountants Boundary House Cricket Field Road Uxbridge UB8 1QG

Bankers

Barclays Bank PLC

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Tamu Samaj UK

Approval Statement

I approve the accounts and report which comprise of the income and expenditure account, the balance sheet and the related notes. I acknowledge my responsibility for the accounts, including the appropriateness of the applicable financial reporting framework as set out in note 1 and for providing GNS Associates Limited with all the information and explanations necessary for their compilation.

Signed: ………………………………….

Date: 20/01/2024 Mr Shivakumar Gurung, Chair

Tamu Samaj UK

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Accountant's report on the unaudited accounts to Tamu Samaj UK

You have approved the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023 which comprise the income and expenditure account, the balance sheet and related notes. In accordance with your instructions, we have compiled these unaudited accounts from the accounting records and information, and explanations provided to us.

GNS Associates Limited Chartered Certified Accountants Boundary House Cricket Field Road Uxbridge UB8 1QG

Date: 26/12/2022

TAMU SAMAJ UK

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Income and Expenditure Account

For the year ended 31 March 2023

	TOTAL
Income
Buddha Jayanti	3,061.00
Donations and legacies	4,994.60
Gift Aid Donation	25,759.74
Grants	9,955.00
Housing Donation	10,690.00
Lhosar Puja Daan	1,969.00
Life Membership fee	3,505.00
Members Veti	4,027.00
Pakistan Flood Appeal	1,970.00
Rental Income	15,888.60
Tihar Deusi Bhailo Donation	3,628.00
TSUK Hall hire income	12,482.42
Total Income	97,930.36
Expenditures Accountancy fees	600.00
Advertising/Promotional	797.00
Bar license Fees	180.00
Bheti to the victim member	3,000.00
Council tax and water rates	312.32
Donation given Ukraine victims	2,062.00
Donations given	7,153.87
Equipment Expenses	359.79
Funeral Wreath Purchase	262.98
Insurances	667.99
Mortgage interest paid	19,266.10
Nepali Mela	954.78
Printing, Postage and Stationery	662.38
Programs and Events expense	13,642.36
Rent	5,500.00
Repairs and maintenance	657.18
Subscription	480.72
Travellingexpenses	835.54
Total Expenditures	57,395.01
NET OPERATING INCOME	40,535.35
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)	40,535.35

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TAMU SAMAJ UK Balance Sheet

As of March 31, 2023

	TOTAL
Fixed Asset
Tangible assets
Fixtures and Fittings Cost	694.78
Land and Buildings Cost B/Fwd	465,637.40
Total Land and Buildings	465,637.40
Total Tangible assets	466,332.18
Total Fixed Asset	466,332.18
Cash at bank and in hand Business Premium ME (7433)	60,837.42
Cash in hand	176.24
Community Account (2087)	37,775.20
Total Cash at bank and in hand	98,788.86
NET CURRENT ASSETS	98,788.86
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Trade Creditors	-
Total Trade Creditors	-
Current Liabilities - Accruals	600.00
Client Trust Accounts - Liabilities	1,450.00
Total Current Liabilities	2,050.00
Total Creditors: amounts falling due within oneyear	2,050.00
NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES)	96,738.86
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES	563,071.04
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year Bank Loan	236,392.93
Total Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year	236,392.93
TOTAL NET ASSETS(LIABILITIES)	326,678.11
Charity funds
Opening Balance Equity
Retained Earnings	286,142.76
Surplus/(Deficit)	40,535.35
Total Charity funds	326,678.11


	Trustees' Annual Report for the period
From	Period start date			To	Period end date
	1st	April	2022		31st	March	2023

Section A Reference and administration details	Section A Reference and administration details	Section A Reference and administration details
Charity name Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) Charity's principal address
	Tamu Samaj UK

	Tamu Dhee London
	1150097
	The Card Room
	660 Harrow Road
	Barham Park
	Wembley
	Postcode	HA0 2HB

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year
MR. SHIVAKUMAR GURUNG	PRESIDENT/ OFFICIAL	From 27 Jun 2021
MR. DHARAM BAL GURUNG	GENERAL SECRETARY OFFICIAL	From 27 Jun 2021
MR.KHEM BAHADUR GURUNG	TREASURER/ OFFICIAL	From 27 Jun 2021
MR CHITRA BAHADUR GURUNG	TRUSTEE/ OFFICIAL
MR ARJUN KUMAR GURUNG	TRUSTEE
MR GYAN BAHADUR GURUNG	TRUSTEE
MR UDAYA GURUNG	TRUSTEE
MR SHIVSARAN GURUNG	TRUSTEE
MR KEDAR BAHADUR GURUNG	TRUSTEE
MR SUBASING GURUNG	TRUSTEE

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11 12 13 14 15	MR. SHIVA CHANDRA GURUNG	TRUSTEE
	MR. BABU RAM GURUNG	TRUSTEE
	MR. KANYA PRASAD GURUNG	TRUSTEE
	MR. HARKA BAHADUR Gurung	TRUSTEE
	MR. YAM BAHADUR GURUNG	TRUSTEE

Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)

Name Dates acted if not for whole year

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)	Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)	Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of adviser Name Address
FINANCIAL ADVISER	Mr. LEKH NATH GHIMIRE	GNS Associates Ltd, Boundary House, Cricket Field Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1QG

Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Section B Structure, governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

Type of governing document (eg. trust deed, constitution)[CONSTITUTION ADOPTED 07 OCT 2012 ]

How the charity is constituted

(eg. trust, association, TSUK CONSTITUTION ADOPTED 07 OCT 2012 company)

Trustee selection methods TRUSTEES ARE APPOINTED OR REAPPOINTED BY MEMBERS AT ANNUAL (eg. appointed by, elected by) GENERAL MEETING EVERY THREE YEARS.

Additional governance issues (Optional information)

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You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:

policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;
relationship with any related parties;
Membership to Tamu Samaj UK (TSUK) is open to everyone. The trustees oversee the day to day operations of the organisation and official trustees also act as signatories. The trustees seek the views of members and volunteers in deciding the activities to carry out. There are Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity, Insurance, policies in place including licensing protocols. All trustees give their time voluntarily and receive no remuneration or other benefits.

Tamu Samaj UK holds a minimum of quarterly meetings and if required will meet more frequently accordingly to organisational needs such as during discussion and planning of events.

The meetings are run by The President and attended by the trustees and members.

trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system Each meeting discusses Health & Safety and any financial risk associated with the and procedures to manage building and running the charity and each event. them.

Section C Objectives and activities

To provide or assist in the provision of facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation or other leisure time occupation of individuals who have need of such facilities by reason of their youth, age, infirmity or disability, financial hardship or social circumstances with the object of improving their quality of life.

Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document

To relieve the financial hardship of the elderly, sick and disabled through the provision of food clothing and housing.
To provide relief and help to the victims of natural and manmade disasters.
To advance education and training which is work related.
To carry out social activities /programmes as determined by the members of the community.

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REPORT AND RECORDS OF TAMU SAMAJ UK FUND RAISING PROJECTS & EVENTS.

Tamu Samaj UK (TSUK) is continuously collecting donations towards a permanent and sustainable community centre. This will also serve the growing number of retired Nepalese. We want to provide a place that is safe for them to travel, socialise and once again be part of a familiar community they left behind when moving from Nepal to UK.

TSUK need an administrative office space to run daily business and to coordinate charity and community programme regularly, therefore we are focused to raise donation for a multipurpose, permanent and sustainable community centre.

During this reporting period, TSUK has organised various meetings, interaction, fundraising and community programmes for the benefit of the members and wider public as shown below;

TAMU SAMAJ UK RAISED £2062.00 FROM ITS MEMBERS AND WELL-WISHES IN JUST 2 SHORT WEEKS IN SUPPORT OF WARTORN UKRAINE FOR HUMANITARIAN PURPOSES.

Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit)

Tamu Samaj UK organised a small event on Saturday, 2nd April 2022 to donate £2062.00 to London Lyceum Music Ltd in support of humanitarian efforts for the people of Ukraine.

The donation was collected from TSUK members and well-wishers over a span of two weeks. It is worth mentioning that Tamu Samaj UK is proud to be one of the first Nepalese organizations in the UK to offer financial assistance to victims or displaced persons affected by the Ukrainian war.

Mr Shiva Kumar Gurung, the President of Tamu Samaj UK, initiated the event. He briefly introduced Tamu Samaj UK and its charitable initiatives to help those in need. After the introductions, a cheque was presented to Mr Petru Cotracea and his partner, Mrs Kateryana Stepanova of London Lyceum Music Ltd.

As the owner and director of London Lyceum Music Ltd, Mr Cotracea has played a leading role in collecting donations across the UK. In the last three weeks, his organisation has successfully arranged and dispatched five truckloads of essential food and medicine to Ukraine. With regular donations coming in, they are preparing to deliver more medication and healthcare products in the near future.

During the event, Petru Cotracea, Director of Lyceum Music Ltd expressed his happiness about learning about Tamu Samaj UK and appreciating their social work. He also thanked Tamu Samaj UK for their support and understanding of the challenges faced by the Ukrainian people. He committed to using the donation amount to purchase medicines and health items to assist the appropriate individuals, such as war victims or displaced persons.

During a recent event, Mrs Kateryna Stepanova emphasized the importance of being aware of the current situation in Ukraine. She commended Tamu Samaj UK's efforts to raise awareness and provide support. The event was attended by Councillor Thomas Stephens and Council candidate Teo Benea from the London Borough of Brent Council Sudbury Ward. Councillor Thomas Stephen praised the Tamu Society UK for their commendable work, which Brent Council candidate Teo Benea echoed. They both thanked Tamu Samaj UK for their quick efforts to raise a large sum.

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During the event, Mr. Chitra Bahadur Gurung, the Founder President of TSUK, thanked the working committee for their unwavering dedication to serving the Ukrainian people. He also commended them for their successful fundraising efforts, which raised over £2,000 in a short period. Mr Gurung also appreciated Councillor Thomas and councillor candidate Benea for attending the event and showing their support.

The programme started at 11 AM and ended at 12:45 PM. The General Secretary, Dharam Bal Gurung, conducted the programme.

THE TAMU SAMAJ UK CELEBRATED 21[ST] MAY 2022, TO MARK THE 2566TH BUDDHA JAYANTI PUJA EVENT AT THE TAMU SAMAJ UK NEPALESE COMMUNITY CENTRE IN BARHAM PARK, WEMBLEY LONDON.

The celebration was held on the auspicious occasion of Baishakh Purnima and Buddha Jayanti, commemorating the birth anniversary of Lord Gautam Buddha. He is known as the pioneer of peace, the star of Asia, and the national icon of Nepal. The event welcomed several monks, including Lopen Furba Tenji, Babu Singe Lama, Dawa Norbu, Syanu Lama, Mingmar Lama, and His Holiness Dr. Gyalje Serpa Khen Rimpoche as the chief guests. The event was presided over by the President Shiva Kumar Gurung.

The event began with a warm welcome to His Holiness Dr Gyalje Serpa Khen Rimpoche by Mr Shivakumar Gurung, the President of Tamu Samaj UK, and members of the organisation. The Chief Guest inaugurated the Puja ceremony along with the President of the Society and the Chairperson of the Mother Group, Mrs Uma Devi Gurung. Together, they lit a lamp to mark the beginning of the ceremony. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including former President/Adviser of Tamu Samaj UK, Shivsaran Gurung, Advisor and Councillor Kamal Gurung, executive committee members, and guests from Thousand Buddhist Gumba UK, including the first lady of Thousand Buddhist Gumba UK. Many well-wishers also graced the occasion.

Several kind-hearted individuals provided financial aid, food, drinks, and other necessary items for the Baisakh Purnima and 2566th Buddha Jayanti Puja program, as they have done in previous years. The special worship of Buddha Jayanti began at 10:00 AM, during which His Holiness Guru, Dr Gyalje Serpa Khen Rimpoche, gave essential lectures about the significance of Buddha Jayanti, Buddhism, Buddha's teachings, and simple living. After the prabachan and puja program, all attendees received a Blessing (abhishek) from His Holiness Dr Gyalje Serpa Khen Rimpoche and other Lama Gurus. During the ceremony, Mrs Uma Devi Gurung, the Chairperson of The Mother Group, delivered a welcoming speech, while the President, Shiva Kumar Gurung, expressed his gratitude. Additionally, the General Secretary, Mr Dharam bal Gurung, provided health and safety information, and the Treasurer, Mr Khem Bahadur Gurung, read the names of donors who contributed food and drinks, sponsored essential goods, and offered financial aid.

The program received £4162.00 in financial sponsorships, with a total of £2876.00 deposited into the community account by the treasurer after expenses.

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The Buddha Jayanti Worship (Puja) ceremony programme concluded at 5:30 PM.

TAMU SAMAJ UK SPONSORED £501 TO SUPPORT THE GURKHA CUP FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT ORGANISED BY TAMU DHEE ASSOCIATION UK.

The Gurkha Cup football tournament was held on June 4th, 2022 in Aldershot, UK. The tournament was organized by the Tamu Dhee Association UK and featured three categories: Men's, Men's Veteran, and Ladies. The winners and runners-up in each category received cash prizes. To cover the expenses of the event, Tamu Dhee Association UK raised funds from its members and various organisations.

The Tamu Samaj UK, a well-known charitable organisation, has sponsored £501 to support the Tamu Dhee Association UK and ensure that the tournament can continue to be held without financial difficulties. The sponsorship cheque of £501 was handed over to Mr. Hit Kaji Gurung, the President of Tamu Dhee Association UK, by Mr. Shivakumar Gurung, the President of Tamu Samaj UK, on the day of the tournament at the Queen's Avenue football ground in Aldershot Garrison.

DONATIONS WERE RECEIVED FROM THE FAMILY OF FOUNDER PRESIDENT MR CHITRA BAHADUR GURUNG, IN MEMORY OF HIS LATE SON DAMAN GURUNG.

On 31[st] May 2022, a purification ceremony and candlelight ceremony were held at Harrow Leisure Centre in London to mark the 49th day since the passing of Mr Daman Gurung. Mr. Gurung was a social worker and a well-respected youth member of the community.

He was the son of Tamu Samaj UK's founder, President, and adviser of Tamu Samaj UK, Mr. Chitra Bahadur Gurung. The ceremony was led by Gyalje Sherpa Khen Rimpoche and other monks, who followed the rituals of Buddhism and Gurung tradition and culture. Attendees included Late Daman Gurung's mother Jayanti Devi Gurung, his wife Momta Gurung, along with other family members, community leaders, and members. The purpose of the gathering was to pray for the eternal peace of the departed soul of the late Daman Gurung.

After the praying ceremony, late Daman's family donated funds to several organisations and Buddhist monasteries in his memory. Tamu Samaj UK, an organisation that Daman's father founded, received a donation of £2,200 from the family as part of the late Daman Gerung’s 49th-day worship program.

The Tamu Samaj UK took administrative responsibility for conducting the worship programme and Candlelight programme in memory of their life member, the late Daman Gurung. The programme started at 9:30 a.m. and concluded at 6:00 p.m. Hundreds of relatives, leaders of various organisations, members, and well-wishers gathered to pay their respects to the late Daman Gurung on his 49th day since his passing.

TAMU SAMAJ UK'S 15TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING WAS HELD ON SUNDAY, 5[TH] JUNE 2022, AT TAMU SAMAJ UK NEPALESE

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COMMUNITY CENTRE BARHAM PARK WEMBLEY LONDON. The 15th Annual General Meeting of Tamu Samaj UK for 2022 was held on 5th June 2023. Tamu Samaj UK's 15th Annual General Meeting (AGM) took place on June 5th, 2022, at the Tamu Samaj UK Nepalese Community Centre in Barham Park, Wembley London. Shiva Kumar Gurung, Tamu Samaj UK's Sixth Working Committee Chairman, chaired the meeting. The AGM was inaugurated jointly by Chairman Shiva Kumar Gurung, Founder Chairman Chitra Bahadur Gurung, Mother Group Chairman Uma Devi Gurung and Advisor and Councillor Kamal Gurung by lighting a lamp in Panas. At the beginning of the meeting, a minute of silence was observed in remembrance of the society's deceased members. The General Secretary, Dharam Bal Gurung, delivered the Health and Safety brief at the meeting. The welcome speech was given by Senior Vice-President Harka Bahadur Gurung, followed by welcome speeches from former Presidents Shivsaran Gurung, Arjun Kumar Gurung, and outgoing President Shiva Chandra Gurung. Finally, during the last speech, Founder Chairman Chitra Bahadur Gurung expressed appreciation for the Sixth Working Committee's various social and charitable works from the past to the present. During the general meeting, the general secretary presented the organisation's annual and progress reports, while the chairperson of the mother group presented the mother group’s yearly report. Treasurer Khem Bahadur Gurung and President Shiva Kumar Gurung jointly presented the building purchase project and the organisation's financial report. All the presentations made at the meeting were unanimously approved. During the General Assembly, the members expressed their happiness and appreciation for the current work being done. The atmosphere was cordial, and positive suggestions were given to advance the overall interests of the society and future activities. The Executive committee members including the Chairman of the Sixth Executive Committee were thanked for their contributions. The meeting started at 10:30 AM and ended at 5:30 PM. The members of the mother group provided food and refreshments for all the participants. TAMU SAMAJ UK MOTHER GROUP CELEBRATED LADIES NIGHT AND GRAND TEEJ FESTIVAL AT THE TAMU SAMAJ UK NEPALESE COMMUNITY CENTRE IN BARHAM PARK, WEMBLEY LONDON. On Saturday, 27th August 2022, the Tamu Samaj UK Mothers Group organized the Ladies Night and Haritalika Teej event to celebrate Teej, the great festival of women. The event took place at the Tamu Samaj UK Nepalese community centre in Barham Park, Wembley London. Mrs Meera Gurung, the Secretary of the Mother's Group, conducted the Ladies' Night and Teej 2022 special programme. During the event, Mrs Mathura Gurung, Vice Chairperson of the Mother's Group, delivered a welcome speech. At the same time, Mrs Uma Devi Gurung, Vice Chairperson of the Mother's Group, gave a thank you speech. Ms Biba Gurung, Treasurer of the Mother's Group, and Mrs Meera Gurung, Secretary of the Mother's Group, organized the Ladies Night and Teej event. During the programme, Biba Gurung, the treasurer of the Mother's Group, expressed gratitude towards all the donors who supported and sponsored the

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Ladies Night and Teej programs by reading out their names.

During the event, the management of hall decoration, food and beverage was dedicated to the ladies. Tamu Samaj UK's President, Shivakumar Gurung; Founder President, Chitra Bahadur Gurung; General Secretary, Dharam Bal Gurung. Assistant Treasure Robin Gurung, Adviser Mr. Udaya Gurung and other former presidents and executive committee members were present.

Every year, a ladies' night and Teej event is organised. The event was attended by mothers, sisters, various organisation ladies, dignitaries, and Nepalese ladies around London Wembley, all dressed in red Nepali Dhaka Sari. The Teej programme started at 2 p.m., and the mothers, sisters, and guests enjoyed delicious food and dancing to the Teej DJ Prajjwal Man Gurung and Bisal Tamang's music until 10 p.m. Gurkha Kitchen Aldershot catered the event. Mr Omkar Gurung took photographs of the celebration.

The Tamu Samaj UK Mother Group made a net income of £456.00 from their Ladies night/ Grand Teej festival celebration program. TAMU SAMAJ UK WON FIRST PLACE IN THE DANCE COMPETITION AT THE NEPALI FAIR 2022 AND THIRD PLACE IN THE AMBASSADOR'S CUP 2022.

The Tamu Dhee Association UK hosts an annual Nepali Fair in order to preserve and promote Nepali art, culture, and identity. This event showcases Nepali culture beyond borders, promotes tourism in Nepal, and strengthens relationships among various Nepali organisations in the UK. The fair took place on 28[th] August 2022, at The Kempton Park Racecourse in London, and was inaugurated by senior members of the organization. The chief guest of the event was H.E. Gyan Chandra Acharya, the Ambassador of Nepal to the United Kingdom.

The Nepali Fair 2022, chaired by Tamu Dhee UK President Hit Kaji Gurung, was a grand event attended by diplomats, local councillors, media personnel, organisations, and thousands of Nepalese in the UK. The fair featured over three dozen Nepali organizations showcasing Nepali art, culture, and traditions through tableaux and dances. Tamu Samaj UK won the first position in the dance competition with their excellent dance performance. Six Parche Society UK won the first position in the dance and tableau competitions, respectively. Gandruk Samaj UK won the Ambassador's Cup and received a cash prize of £ 1,100, a trophy, a certificate and a medal. Sixes Parche Society UK and Tamu Samaj UK came second and third and received £700 and £500, respectively.

Gandruk Samaj UK won the NRNA Cup, and Kirat Rai Yayokhya UK secured third place in the tableau and dance competitions at the Nepali Fair. The fair, which was hosted by TAMU DHIN UK, aimed to promote Nepali culture and identity, with the Embassy of Nepal sponsoring the Ambassador Cup for the best cultural tableau and dance performance. Tamu Samaj UK, led by President Shivakumar Gurung, participated enthusiastically, showcasing their art and culture. They followed the instructions of the Rangi Changi Tableau Group and presented a cultural tableau featuring the Kaura dance performed by members dressed in traditional Tamu (Gurung) costumes. Their participation aimed to promote Nepalese art and culture in various fairs across the country. Tamu

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Samaj UK took part in a cultural dance competition during the Nepali Fair, beautifully portraying the traditional practice of family members traveling abroad as lahure and staying away for long periods of time. The dance was choreographed by Mrs Saru Gurung Rana. Tamu Samaj UK earned a total of £1,180 from various sources during their participation in the Nepali Fair 2022. However, their total expenditure was £2,878, which exceeded their budget. As a result, they had to use £1,698 from their organisation funds to cover the shortfall. TAMU SAMAJ UK CELEBRATED ITS 15TH ANNIVERSARY ON 30TH SEPTEMBER 2022 AT BARHAM PARK, WEMBLEY LONDON. The 15th annual celebration took place in a cosy, family-friendly setting. Kamal Gurung, the newly elected councillor of The London Borough of Barnet Council and advisor of Tamu Samaj UK, was the chief guest. The program me was presided over by Shiva Kumar Gurung and moderated by Dharam Bal Gurung. Before the formal inauguration, Secretary Gurung briefed attendees about health and safety. At the anniversary celebration ceremony, the Chair, Chief Guest, Founder Chairman, Mother Group Chair, and others honoured those who lost their lives to COVID-19 and other causes with a minute of silence. The Society's President, Chief Guest Councillor, and Founder Chairman lit the lamp to inaugurate the program. At the anniversary celebrations, the chairman, chief guest, founding chairman, mother group chairperson and all those present paid tribute to those who lost their lives due to COVID-19 and other reasons by observing a minute's silence. The president of the society, the chief guest, the councillor and the founder chairman inaugurated the programme by lighting the lamp. President Shiva Kumar Gurung shared the society's objectives and achievements in his speech. Founder President Chitra Bahadur Gurung expressed gratitude for the strong leadership support. Miss Sumi Gurung, Miss Diya Limbu and Miss Ocean Rana Magar performed a kauda dance. The Best Social Service Award 2022 honoured and honoured the members who have contributed tirelessly to the society and also honoured the members of the society who have been elected to higher positions in other organizations. Members of Tamu Samaj, newly elected chairman Brigade of Ghurkhas Intake 1984, President of Char Bhanjyang Tamu Samaj UK Ben Kumar Gurung, Patron of Tanahun Samaj UK Lekh Gurung and others were among those honoured with FETA and Dosala and congratulated all the award recipients. The President of the Society, Shivakumar Gurung, presented the awardees with the best social service certificate. At the same time, the Chief Guest, Kamal Gurung, Councillor of the London Borough of Barnet, gave a letter of appreciation to the awardees. Several distinguished individuals, including Adviser Kashiraj Bohora, former Cultural Joint Secretary Santok Gurung, and Advisor L.N. Sharma, were

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present at the occasion. Furthermore, Lt( Retd) Mim Bahadur Gurung, former vice-president of Mother Group Pushpa Gurung, and the outgoing cultural secretary Saru Gurung/Rana were honoured. The event involved the presentation of the Social Service Award to Dhak Bahadur Thapa Magar. In addition, Nepal Idol Season 4 winner Bhupendra Thapa Magar and Voice of Nepal Season 3 runner-up Ms Tara Shirish Magar were recognized for their achievements. The Secretary, Dharam Bal Gurung, read the letter of honour.

Tamu Samaj U.K. expressed their joy in winning the first place award for their outstanding dance performance in the 13th Nepali Fair organised by Tamu Dhee UK this year. They were also recognised for winning third place in the Ambassador Cup. All the participants of the Nepali Mela 2022 Cultural team members were awarded a token of love and a certificate of appreciation.

Before presenting the token of love, President Shivakumar Gurung played a short video clip that was created specifically for the Nepali Fair 2022. In addition, the founder President, Chitra Bahadur Gurung, outgoing President, Shiva Chandra Gurung, and Mother Group Chairperson, Mrs Uma Devi Gurung, presented the token of love to the cultural team. After presenting the token of love and certificate to the cultural team, we held an anniversary cake-cutting ceremony filled with excitement and joy. President Shivakumar Gurung, Chief Guest Councillor Kamal Gurung, Founder President Chitra Bahadur Gurung, former Presidents Shivsaran Gurung, Arjun Kumar Gurung, Shiva Chandra Gurung, Mother Group Chairperson Uma Devi Gurung, and other executive members joined the ceremony with champagne to celebrate the occasion. During the event, the chief guest, Councillor Kamal Gurung, highlighted that the society has achieved new heights due to the strong leadership of the organisation's founder presidents up to the present. Vice President Mrs. Bindu Ghale thanked all attendees and concluded the formal program. The event ended with a musical performance by Bhupendra Thapa Magar, winner of Nepal Idol Season 4, and Tara Shirish Magar, runner-up of Voice of Nepal Season 3. Tamu Samaj UK's anniversary programme contribution received £918.00 from various sources, but the programme cost £1,955.00 Therefore, £1,037.00 was replenished from community funds. TAMU SAMAJ UK DONATED £500.00 TO TAMU PYE LHU SANGH UK, Tamu Samaj UK donated £500.00 to Tamu Pye Lhu Sangh UK, who organized a charity night programme on 19[th] October 2022. The event was attended by the Tamu Samaj UK’s Vice President Bhim Bahadur Gurung and executive members and aimed to collect funds to purchase a community property to establish a community centre. In support of this noble cause, the President and Executive members of Tamu Samaj UK donated a sum of funds, and the community also contributed £500 from a community fund.

TAMU SAMAJ UK’S TIHAR DEUSHI/BHAILO PROGRAMME ON 29TH

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OCTOBER 2022.

Tamu Samaj UK celebrated the auspicious occasion of Tihar, the second biggest festival of Nepalese, by performing deushi bhailo, just like in previous years.

The programme took place on Saturday, 29[th] October 2022, at the Nepalese community centre of Tamu Samaj UK, in Barham Park, Wembley London. Deushi Bhailo is a traditional Nepali cultural activity that is performed during autumn season to preserve Nepali culture and traditions. It spreads a positive message about the rich culture to the new generation and strengthens the bond between members of society and well-wishers. Moreover, it collects financial support for the social building of Tamu Samaj UK.

The programme garnered significant participation and generous donations from the people. Although the bhailaris (deushi bhailo participants) couldn’t go from house to house due to their busy work schedules and lack of time, all the members and well-wishers who had leisure gathered together at their community centre and donated generously.

Some members and well-wishers who could not participate in the program also donated through online banking. Tamu Samaj UK President Shivakumar Gurung and Mother Group Chairperson Uma Devi Gurung expressed their gratitude to the donors and wished them a happy Tihar.

Thanks to the spontaneous participation, support, and contribution of all those motivated by the spirit of helping their society's sacred cause, this time too, the organisation collected a significant amount of about £4383.00 in donations. It reflects the mutual understanding, diligence, and strong unity among the members and well-wishers of the society.

The function was presided over by Tamu Samaj UK President, Shivakumar Gurung. The coordination of the deusi bhailo was moderated by Vice President Bhim Bahadur Gurung, with assistance from General Secretary Dharam Bal Gurung. Treasurer Khem Bahadur Gurung and working committee member Jung Bahadur Gurung helped collect donations.

The Deusi Bhailo programme was actively participated in by a selected group of members, including mothers from the mother group, senior citizens, and sisters dressed in traditional attire.

The Society President Shivakumar Gurung, Mother Group Chairperson Uma Devi Gurung and senior citizens Buddhi Kumari Gurung, Man Kumari Gurung, Kubindhar Gurung, and Maya Gurung jointly lit the lamp to start the program. Apart from the society's office-bearers, advisors, members, mothers, sisters, and youth also participated in the event. During the programme, Kedar Bahadur Gurung, Arjun Kumar Gurung, Maya Gurung, Bimala Gurung, Man Kumari Gurung, and Bindu Ghale performed a traditional Nepali cultural dance called Deusi Bhailo. The programme started at 4 pm and ended at 11 pm.

The mother group provided free refreshments to all attendees along with cultural presentations.

TAMU SAMAJ UK PARTICIPATED IN THE CIVIC REMEMBRANCE SERVICE OF THE LONDON BOROUGH OF BRENT.

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A Brent Civic Remembrance Service and Parade was held on Sunday, 13th, November 2022, at Queen Elizabeth Garden, Barham Park, Wembley, London. Members of the Army, Air Force, and Navy, cadets, St. John's Ambulance, Royal British Legion Wembley and Sudbury Branch, scouts, Tamu Samaj UKs Gurkha Veterans, BGNA, and other organizations, participated in the event, along with a regent brass band. The event was a solemn occasion that aimed to honour and remembers the sacrifices of those who have served and continue to serve their country.

The Remembrance service was attended by Deputy Lieutenant Mei Sim, who served as the Chief Guest. Brent Mayor Abdi Aden, Brent Council Leader Councillor Mohamed Butt, and Members of Parliament Honourable Barry Gardiner MP and Dawn Butler MP were also in attendance, among others.

The Prestige Service's Award Essay Competition 2022 was organised by Father Andrew Tether (Fr. Andrew Tether), the Dean of Brent. The competition showcased the best compositions from first and second place students. At the event, in honour of the brave warriors who sacrificed their lives in various wars for the nation, the best composition students delivered speeches. The trumpet played the last post tune, followed by one minute of silence, and concluded with the trumpet playing the reveille tune and national tune.

After the Remembrance Service, the Chief Guest, the Mayor of Brent, and other dignitaries, as well as representatives of various organisations in Brent, laid wreaths at the War Memorial in Barham Park. The ceremony was hosted by Shivakumar Gurung, President of Tamu Samaj UK, on behalf of the organisation. The Brent Civic Remembrance Service concluded with a parade march-past accompanied by The Legend Brass Band.

After the Brent Civic Remembrance Service, which began at 1:50 pm, Tamu Samaj UK hosted a curry lunch at their social building, the Tamu Samaj UK Naples Community Centre in Barham Park. The lunch was held in honour of the chief guest and dignitaries from Brent Council who participated in the programme. The Deputy Lieutenant Mei Sim lai OBE was the chief guest at the event, along with Brent Mayor Councillor Abdi Aden, Council Leader Councillor Mohamed Butt, Honourable MP Barry Gardiner, MP Dawn Butler, and other local councillors, distinguished personalities, members of the Remembrance Service, and attendees. Mother group chairperson and members were also present at the event.

Before the Tamu Samaj UK hosted lunch, General Secretary Dharam Bal Gurung addressed the attendees about health and safety and welcomed the guests. The event was graced with the presence of Deputy Lieutenant Mei Sim lai, who was the chief guest, as well as Member of Parliament Barry Gardiner MP, Dawn Butler MP, Brent Mayor Councillor Abdi Aden, Council Leader Councillor Mohamed Butt, Councillor Paul Lorber and other dignitaries. All of them acknowledged Tamu Society UK's participation in Brent Civic Remembrance Service, appreciated the social and philanthropic work done by the society and extended their heartfelt thanks and best wishes.

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After that, everyone received the curry lunch of Nepali dish prepared by Rara Catering. Finally, the whole programme ended at 5 o'clock in the evening.

TAMU SAMAJ UK DONATES TO BUDDHIST MONASTERY READING UK.

Tamu Samaj UK President Shivakumar Gurung received a letter from Khem Bahadur Gurung, a former inspector and chairman of the Buddhist Monastery Reading UK. In the letter, he requested donations to purchase property to establish a Buddhist monastery in Reading, UK. The Sixth Working Committee of Tamu Samaj UK, including the president and executive committee members, decided not to donate to the society's fund. Instead, they collected donations from individual members of Tamu Samaj UK, which totalled £1,086. Additionally, £19 was added from the Tamu Samaj UK community fund. Therefore, a total of £1,105 was donated to the Treasurer of Buddhist Monastery Reading, Maj (Retd) Buddhi Bahadur Gurung, on 17[th] November 2022 to support the establishment of a Buddhist monastery in Reading.

TAMU SAMAJ UK CELEBRATED LHOCHAR/LHOSAR, A SIGNIFICANT FESTIVAL OF THE TAMU COMMUNITY, ON SATURDAY, 31[ST] DECEMBER 2022.

The festival was held to bid farewell to the Year of the Tiger and welcome the Year of the Cat. The celebration took place at Tamu Samaj UK Nepalese Community Centre Barham Park, Wembley London. The programme commenced at 11:00 a.m. and ended at 4:00 p.m. and included a planetary peace and purification worship ceremony. Members of the society's executive committee, advisors, life members, senior citizens, youth, and children participated in the Planet Peace and Purification Puja programme. Shivakumar Gurung, President of the society, Founder President Chitra Bahadur Gurung, Advisory Councillor Kamal Gurung, and Chairperson of Aama Shamuh Uma Devi Gurung jointly lit the lamp and offered prayers. During the puja programme, Mr Dharam bal Gurung, the General Secretary of the Society, and Mr Hariman Gurung, the Religious Coordinator, provided direction and supervision. The religious leaders, including Rangjung Yashe Oddiyana UK Buddhist Center's chief Lama Guru, Revered Mr Drubla Langrig Tsangpo, Lama Guru Mr Dinesh Gurung, and Associate Mr Rabindra Losal, performed the puja ceremony according to the religious rituals. During the ceremony, the Guru delivered an insightful sermon on planetary peace and purification worship.

The puja ceremony started as scheduled and concluded at around 4 p.m. During the event, the organization's General Secretary, Mr Dharam Bal Gurung, thanked all the religious leaders, Puja Coordinator Mr Hariman Gurung, and all those who spontaneously donated food and participated in the puja program. He expressed his gratitude to everyone for working round the clock from their respective places to make the puja programme a success.

During the Lhochhar worship ceremony, members and well-wishers donated £2093. After deducting puja expenses (£670), the total income generated was £1423.

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TAMU SAMAJ UK CELEBRATED THE GRAND TAMU HI LHOCHHAR / LHOSAR (YEAR OF THE CAT) SIGNIFICANTLY AT HARROW LEISURE CENTRE, LONDON.

On 7[th] January 2023, Tamu Samaj UK celebrated Lhochhar/Lhosar at Byron Hall in London. The chief guest, Mrs Roshan Khanal, inaugurated the program, and the Deputy Chief of Mission of the Nepali Embassy in London, Shivakumar Gurung, jointly lit the lamp. Shivakumar Gurung, the President of the Society, chaired the program, and Dharam Bal Gurung, the Secretary General, provided security information and hosted the first part of the programme.

During the program, Shivakumar Gurung welcomed the guests and attendees and briefed them about the Tamu Lochhar celebration and the organisation. The Chief Guest, Roshan Khanal, expressed her happiness to participate in the grand Tamu Lhochhar event organised by Tamu Samaj UK. She praised the various social services and charity work and wished everyone joy, peace, good health, long life, and positive progress on the auspicious occasion of Hi Lhochhar and English New Year.

The chief guest also praised the impressive dance performances by the artists during the Hi Lhochhar program. Additionally, the Vice President, Hark Bahadur Gurung, thanked the dignitaries, office bearers, and members of all the associations who participated in the program, directly or indirectly.

During the event, the president and founder president of the society welcomed new life members and distributed membership certificates and badges. This is a tradition that is followed every year. Additionally, in the academic session of 2021/22, the Tamu Samaj UK Distinguished Social Service Award (Lifetime Achievement Award - 2023) will be presented to successful students at the graduation and post-graduate level. The award will also recognise those who have played an essential role in various aspects of social life in the past years and have significantly contributed to developing social services and organizations. The recipients of the Tamu Samaj UK Outstanding Social Service Award 2023 were also acknowledged and presented with Certificates of Appreciation.

Some excellent dance performances highlighted the cultural and entertainment programme. The groups that performed included Tamu Samaj UK's mother group, as well as the youth group's artists. The choreography of the performances was done by Saru Gurung Rana, a former cultural secretary and actress of the Tamu movie. Another highlight of the programme was the energetic folk song performance by Prithviman Gurung and Juna Shiris Magar, who came from Nepal. Everyone present joined in the dancing and supported them.

The dance and cultural programme was conducted by Niraj Gurung and Miss Mahant Gurung, and was organised by Vice President Bindu Ghale. The event was graced by the presence of several notable personalities such as Hari

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Gurung, President of Tamu Dhee UK, and the outgoing President Hit Kaji Gurung. Other dignitaries included Prem Gaha Magar, President of NonResident Nepali Association UK, former Mayor and Councillor Bishnu Bahadur Garung, Councillor Saqib Butt, Councillor Kamal Gurung, The president and councillor of Royal Greenwich Nepalese Association, Jit Rana Bhat, the president of Tamu Pye Lhu Sangh UK, Ran Bahadur Gurung, and many other association presidents, representatives and journalists.

The event was successfully completed in a grand and decent manner, thanks to the efforts of the founder president, past presidents, advisors, office bearers of the working committee, life members, youth group, mother group and wellwishers of the society.

Tek Bahadur Gurung and Shiva raj Gurung were responsible for the photography while Bisan Gurung handled the videography. Bishal Moktan and Prajjwal Gurung managed the sound system. The arrangement of food and drinks for the programme was done by Pratap Rayamajhi, the proprietor of Rara Caters, and his associates. The Lhochhar programme began at 4:30 pm and ended at midnight, with everyone dancing to their heart's content to the beats of DJ Bishal Moktan. It was a fun-filled event for all.

The programme's total expenditure was £15800, and the programme generated income of £7,161 from various sources. The remaining £8,639 in costs was covered by community funds.

TAMU SAMAJ UK’S COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND MOTHER GROUP MEMBERS HOSPITAL VISITS, SYAI SYAI AND BEST WISHING.

Tamu Samaj UK’s committee member and mother group carried out important social work by providing support during good and bad incidents in the community. They attended to congratulate and give best wishes on happy occasions such as wedding, birth of new baby and graduations. They also attended to provide social wellbeing support during difficult times such as sickness and funerals.

In 2022 and 2023, Tamu Samaj UK suffered the loss of two of its life members and several family members in both the UK and Nepal. The community handled funeral arrangements for two of the life members, and the funeral programs were held in London. During this challenging time, Tamu Samaj UK supported the grieving families.

Tamu Samaj UK has committed to preserving our religion to keep our identity alive even abroad we have been performing our rituals and celebrating various Nepali festivals to identify our religion, tradition, and culture as much as possible.

All of these activities are in line with the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit. All events and activities contributed to social cohesion in our community fundraising, building community networking, partnerships, and celebrating Nepalese culture and integration in the UK.

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Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)

The Trustees of Tamu Samaj UK develop many ideas to raise funds, organise cultural programmes or charity events. Every attempt is made to ensure the validity and legality of the policies. The policies are reviewed during every annual general meeting, and even earlier on if any concerns are raised by the members or executive members.

You may choose to include Tamu Samaj UK organises charity programmes which raise funds to support and further statements, where assist the people in need and for good causes. The requests for support and relevant, about: assistance are discussed at the general meeting and the proposal is accepted and decided in accordance to our constitution and the majority of members.

policy on grantmaking;
policy programme related All donations are raised from the community members voluntarily for each investment; individual case and purpose.

• Contribution made by volunteers. All the activities for the community programmes are executed by the Executive Committee and volunteer members free of charge and only tasks that involve legal instances are carried out by the professional with minimum charge of payment as possible.

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Section D Achievements and performance

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Section D Achievements and performance

Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year

MEMBERSHIP

Tamu Samaj, UK’s life membership has been increased substantially since its registration to the Charity Commission and in securing a community building suitable for our activities. During 2022-2023, twenty (23) Life members joined Tamu Samaj UK. The total numbers up to this date are 581 Life Members.

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Section E Financial review

Cash at bank at date on 31 March 2023 was £98788.86 in unrestricted funds. The Brief statement of the charity’s main financial risk to the charity is a significant reduction in private donations.

policy on reserves

Funds are held over in reserves to cover 12 months of operational costs in the event of a loss of income.

Details of any funds materially in deficit

n/a

Further financial review details (Optional information)

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about:

the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);

Our main source of funds this year has been private donations, National Lottery Awards for All and community events with fundraising activities.

how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.

Section F Other optional information

Future plans

The coming year will see a continued emphasis on fundraising to keep up the mortgage and reduce the capital payment of community house, providing inclusive life skills training and sharing cultural and community events with our members and the wider community. The London Borough of Brent has been awarded the London Borough of Culture 2023, and Tamu Samaj UK intends to participate in some way, sharing our culture and traditions with the broader community.

Section G Declaration

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s)

Full name(s) SHIVAKUMAR GURUNG

Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc)

PRESIDENT

Date 03/11/2023

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