Registered number: 08142721
Charity number: 1151484
BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
UNAUDITED TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025

BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
CONTENTS
Reference and Administrative Details of the Charity, its Trustees and Advisers
Trustees' Report
Independent Examiner's Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Financial Statements
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED (A
Company Limited by Guarantee)
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY, ITS TRUSTEES AND ADVISERS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
Trustees & Directors
Mr T. Usmani
Mr K. Usmani
Mr S. I. Abukalil (Resigned 2 July 2025)
Dr A. Abbas-Hanif
Mr. R. Sawas
Mr N. A. Afzal (Resigned 19 September 2024)
Company registered number
Charity registered number
Registered office
08142721
1151484
Chief executive officer
50 Havelock Terrace
London
SW8 4AL
Sabah Gilani
Accountants
Simmons Gainsford Professional Services Limited
Chartered Accountants
14th Floor
33 Cavendish Square
London
WIG OPW
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED (A
Company Limited by Guarantee)
TRUSTEES & DIRECTORS' REPORT FOR THE YEAR
ENDED 31 JULY 2025
The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements of the Better Community Business Network
Limited for the year 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025. The Annual Report serves the purposes of both a Trustees' report and a
directors' report under company law. The Trustees confirm that the Annual Report and financial statements of the charitable
company comply with the current statutory requirements, the requirements of the charitable company's governing
document and the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) applicable to charities preparing their
accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102)
(effective 1 January 2019).
Objectives and activities
a. Policies and objectives
AIMS
To provide an effective conduit to encourage businesses to actively participate in community projects.
OBJECTIVES
BCBN seeks to identify worthwhile community projects and partner with credible charities. To raise the necessary funds
and awareness to support socially challenging causes.
VALUES
As a Muslim led organisation, we have a set of shared values that help us make a positive contribution to society: integrity;
transparency; and social justice.
POLICIES AND OBJECTIVES
a) To promote cooperation, consensus and unity within the Muslim community.
b) To support charities and organisations, which provide services that, benefit the community as a whole.
c) To establish a position for the Muslim community within the UK that is fair and based on due rights.
d) To foster better community relations and work for the good of society as a whole.
e) To present Muslims in a positive light.
POLICIES
As a founding principle, the charity's ongoing running costs are funded by the Trustees, and all other monies collected net
of the specific event costs are distributed to the charitable causes supported
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b. Activities undertaken to achieve objectives
BCBN has been running its grant initiative, small grant awards since 2013 and was able to distribute funding to
mall community groups due to funding received from MC Fund Grant Initiative in January 2025 allowing u
o distribute a grant of up to £3,000 per month across 202
2 podcast. MMC also received funding from Muslim Aid to deliver 2 school wellbeing programmes. 'Resilient
phase 1 funding received on 20.02.25 (£26,250) enabled us to work with the Chiltern Learning Trust in
Luton to understand the mental health needs of students and help shape/ inform the programme delivery. The
second programme commissioned by Muslim Aid is 'value every mind' (£9,101.25 on 12.06.25) to deliver
creative wellbeing workshops to schools in Manchester.
c. Main activities undertaken to further the charity's purposes for the public benefit
BCBN's Grant Initiative aims to provide small third-sector grant awards to empower charities and local community
projects. This Initiative distributes a one-off grant award of up to f3,000 per charity or to small but credible community
projects, which are able to demonstrate their positive impact on the communities they aim to serve. We have in place strict
vetting procedures and criteria for successful applications. We take a responsible attitude to the funds provided by our
donors. The Initiative runs throughout the year, alongside BCBN's more headline efforts. Our list of selection criteria,
activities excluded and the assessment process is noted on the website: http://bcbn.org.uk/grant-initiative/ A full list of all
our beneficiaries through BCBN's Grant Initiative are listed on http://bcbn.org.uk/beneficiaries/.
The Muslim Mind Collaborative (MMC) has been formed as a result of ground breaking research conducted into the Mental
Health and Wellbeing of British Muslims and drawing on academia, statutory services, community practitioners, faith
leaders and faith-led psychotherapy services. Our aim is to widen the parameters of the agenda on Mental Health to
consider the needs of faith communities and service users of Muslim background. Our findings can be found on the BCBN
website. MMC's vision is to embark on a journey with our partners to ensure access to appropriate mental health and
wellbeing support for Muslim communities across the UK. To build a world where everyone has a quality of life and
pathways to health.
Muslim Women Talk Ramadan podcast provides a dedicated platform amplifying the voices of Muslim women, reflecting
BCBN's commitment to supporting marginalised communities. As the leading wellness and lifestyle podcast on Ramadan.
created and hosted by experts, it engages an untapped audience through storytelling, education, and representation. By
fostering community cohesion and empowerment, it contributes to broader social impact and inclusion.
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED (A
Company Limited by Guarantee)
TRUSTEES & DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
The Trustees consider that they have complied with the duty in section 4 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to th
ublic benefit guidance published by the Charity Commissior
Achievements and performance
a. Main achievements of the charity
In 2021 BCBN launched 'Muslim Mind Collaborative' and continued in this financial year, building upon its
recommendations in the Hidden Survivors report. The Collaborative attracted over 50 (non-fee) member organisations and
services to engage with others in the sector to further MMC objectives and share learning. MMC also built upon its
expertise since 2019 'Resilient Me' programme by creating 'Value Every Mind' educational toolkits as self-help guide for
schools - staff, parents and students. The resource provides and faith and culture sensitive approach to mental wellbeing
and resilience in schools. Furthermore, MMC has helped shape, design and deliver school well-being programmes across
the UK helping to equip young people on mental health, reducing stress and anxiety.
MMC podcast 'Muslim Women Talk' series in its second season gained 12,000 listeners during this financial year. The
podcast attracted high-profile guests and helped promote the MMC ethos through its key messaging.
BCBN is diversifying grant initiative donor base and strengthening its grant-making framework to support
disadvantaged communities across the UK. In doing so we are able to continue our efforts in supporting grass-
root initiatives and building social-cohesion.
b. Plans for future periods
We welcome broader support
recognition
of our efforts in community grant-making and strategic
partnerships while exploring sustainable and impactful funding models for BCBN's Grant Initiative.
BCBN will continue to seek ways in which it can engage with the business community to continue supporting charitable
causes. It will look at how it engages with businesses and charities for future events and partnerships.
Muslim Mind Collaborative has been growing in its membership of mental health and wellbeing organisations,
professionals and practitioners. We hope to create a children and young people task force, taking forward our project and
learning in schools and in youth mental health. MMC will continue to partner with organisations and facilitators to deliver
and oversee school wellbeing programmes.
Financial review
a. Going concern
After making appropriate enquiries, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to
continue in operational existence for 12 months from the signature of the balance sheet. For this reason, they continue to
adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements. Further details regarding the adoption of the going
concern basis can be found in the Accounting Policies.
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b. Reserves policy
As a founding principle, the charity's ongoing running costs are funded by the Trustees, and all other monies collected net
of the specific event costs are distributed to charitable causes supported.
c. Financial position
At the year end the charity had unrestricted reserves of £24,567 (2024: £32,681). The restricted reserves at the year end
were £1,617 (2024: Enil).
Structure, governance and management
a. Constitution
The entity is constituted as a company limited by guarantee, company registration number 0814272l, and is governed by
the Memorandum and Articles of Association dated 13 July 2012. It is a registered charity, registration number 1151484. Its
registered office is 50 Havelock Terrace, London, SW8 4AL and the charity's website is http://bcbn.org.uk/.
The trustees who served in the period are listed on the Reference and administrative details of the charity, its trustees and
advisers' page.
b. Methods of appointment or election of Trustees
The management of the charity is the responsibility of the Trustees who are elected and co-opted under the terms of th
Memorandum of Association
c. Organisational structure and decision-making policies
All trustees provide strategic governance and advice to the organisation. Trustees make key decisions around budget, events
and activities, supported projects and causes. The charity employees and volunteers present charity partners and projects to
the board of trustees for decisions to be made on the programmes the charity supports and funds.
d. Trustees
The trustees who served in the period are:
Mr T Usmani
Mr K Usmani
Mr S I Abukalil (Resigned 2 July 2025)
Mr R Sawas
Dr A Abbas-Hanif
Mr N A Afzal (Resigned 19 September 2024)
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED (A
Company Limited by Guarantee)
TRUSTEES & DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
Statement of Trustees' responsibilities
The Trustees (who are also the directors of the charity for the purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the
Trustees' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards
(United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
Company law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under company law, the Trustees
must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs
of the charity and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for that
period. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are required to:
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;
observe the methods and principles of the Charities SORP (FRS 102);
make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards (FRS 102) have been followed, subject to any material
departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
•
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will
continue in business.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charity's
transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to
ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the
assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies entitled to the small companies
exemption.
and signed on their behalf by:
Mr T. Usmani
Trustee
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Better Community Business Network Limited ('the charity')
I report to the charity Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 July 2025.
Responsibilities and Basis of Report
As the Trustees of the charity (and its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of
the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 (the 2006 Act).
Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the charity are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are
eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the charity's accounts carried out under
section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given
by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.
Independent Examiner's Statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination
giving me cause to believe:
1.
accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 386 of the 2006 Act; or
2.
the accounts do not accord with those records; or
3.
the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any
requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair' view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent
examination; or
4.
the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of
Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities [applicable to charities preparing their accounts in
accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)].
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be
drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
This report is made solely to the charity's Trustees, as a body, in accordance with Part 4 of the Charities (Accounts and
Reports) Regulations 2008. My work has been undertaken so that I might state to the charity's Trustees those matters I am
required to state to them in an Independent Examiner's Report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by
law, I do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charity and the charity's Trustees as a body, for my
work or for this report.
Signed:
Abdultaiyab Pisavadi Bsc FCA
Simmons Gainsford Professional Services Limited
Chartered Accountants
14th Floor
33 Cavendish Square
London
Date:
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
Income from:
Donations and legacies
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
Net movement in funds
Note
3
Unrestricted
funds 2025
106,300
Restricted
funds 2025
€
41,351
Total funds
2025
€
147,651
Total funds
2024
€
83,475
5
114,414
(8,114)
39,734
1,617
154,148
(6,497)
87,087
(3,612)
Reconciliation of funds:
Total funds brought forward
Net movement in funds
Total funds carried forward
32,681
(8,114)
24,567
1.617
1,617
32,681
(6,497)
26,184
36,293
(3,612)
32,681
The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
The statement of financial activities also complies with the requirements for an income and expenditure account under the
Companies Act 2006.
All activities are classified as continuing.
The notes on pages 12 to 21 form part of these financial statements.
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
REGISTERED NUMBER: 08142721
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 JULY 2025
2025
Note
2024
f
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand
30,053
36,163
Creditors: amounts falling due within
one year
9
(3,869)
(3,482)
Net current assets
Total net assets
Charity funds
Restricted funds
Unrestricted funds
Total funds
26,184
26,184
32,681
32,681
1,617
24,567
26,184
32,681
32,681
The charity was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit for the year in question in accordance with section 476 of
Companies Act 2006.
The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting
records and preparation of financial statements.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to entities subject to the small
companies regime.
The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees on
and signed
on their behalf by:
Humer
Mr T. Usmani
Trustee
The notes on pages 12 to 21 form part of these financial statements.
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1.
2.
BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
General information
The charity is a company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales. The members of the company
are the Trustees named on page 3. In the event of the charity being wound up, the liability in respect of the guarantee
is limited to €10 in total.
Accounting policies
2.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) Accounting
and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their
accounts in accordance with Section 1A of Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of
Ireland (FRS 102 SIA) (effective 1 January 2019), and the Companies Act 2006.
Better Community Business Network Limited meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102.
Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in
the relevant accounting policy.
2.2 Going Concern
After making appropriate enquiries, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate
resources to continue in operational existence for 12 months from the signature of the balance sheet. For this
reason, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.
2.3 Income
All income is recognised once the charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be
received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.
Grants are included in the Statement of Financial Activities on a receivable basis. The balance of income
received for specific purposes but not expended during the period is shown in the relevant funds on the
Balance Sheet. Where income is received in advance of entitlement of receipt, its recognition is deferred and
included in creditors as deferred income. Where entitlement occurs before income is received, the income is
accrued.
Donated services or facilities are recognised when the charity has control over the item, any conditions
associated with the donated item have been met, the receipt of economic benefit from the use of the charity of
the item is probable and that economic benefit can be measured reliably. In accordance with the Charities
SORP (FRS 102), the general volunteer time of the Friends is not recognised and refer to the Trustees' report
for more information about their contribution.
On receipt, donated professional services and facilities are recognised on the basis of the value of the gift to the
charity which is the amount it would have been willing to pay to obtain services or facilities of equivalent
economic benefit on the open market; a corresponding amount is then recognised in expenditure in the period
of receipt.
Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at
the time of the donation.
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.4 Expenditure
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third
between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the
basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset's use.
Expenditure on charitable activities is incurred on directly undertaking the activities which further the charity's
objectives, as well as any associated support costs.
Grants payables are charged in the year when the offer is made except in those cases where the offer is
conditional, such grants being recognised as expenditure when the conditions attaching are fulfilled. Grants
offered subject to conditions which have not been met at the year end are noted as a commitment but not
accrued as expenditure.
All expenditure is inclusive of irrecoverable VAT.
2.5 Government grants
Government grants relating to tangible fixed assets are treated as deferred income and released to the
Statement of financial activities over the expected useful lives of the assets concerned. Other grants are
credited to the Statement of financial activities as the related expenditure is incurred.
2.6 Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short-term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three
months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.
2.7 Liabilities and provisions
abilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance Sheet date as a result of a past event, it
obable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement, and the amount of the settleme
can be estimated reliably.
Liabilities are recognised at the amount that the charity anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or the amount it
has received as advanced payments for the goods or services it must provide.
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.8 Financial instruments
The charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial
instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently
measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequently measured at
amortised cost using the effective interest method.
2.9 Fund accounting
2.10 Cash flow statement
In accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) the Charity is claiming exemption from the requirement to
prepare a cash flow statement on account of it being a small Charity.
3. Income from donations and legacies
Donations
Grants
Unrestricted
Total
2025
70,300
36,000
106.300
Donations
Grants
Restricted
Total
2025
-
41,351
41,351
Unrestricted
funds
2024
€
64,600
18,875
83,475
Total
2025
70,300
77,351
147,651
Total
funds
2024
64,600
18,875
83,475
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
4. Analysis of grants
Grants to
Institutions
2025
Grants, BCBN Grant Initiative
33,413
Grants, BCBN Grant Initiative
Grants to
Institutions
2024
f
17,480
Total
funds
2025
33,413
Total
funds
2024
17,480
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
4. Analysis of grants
The charity has made the following material grants to institutions during the year:
Name of institution
Muslimah Sports Association
Kent enterprise trust
Cycle Sisters
Community Development Link (CODEL)
Sound Waves
MAGPAS Air Ambulance
Health Bus Trust
Mustafia Sharif
Arundel Museum Society
Rammy Men CIC
Goodwill Caravan
Special Needs & PA
Time Banks
The University Women's Club
Evelina Children Heart Organisation
Sal's Shoes Warehouse Hub
The Royal National College for the Blind
Thurrock Christian Fellowship
2025
2024
-
-
-
3,000
3,000
3,150
3,000
3,000
1,312
2,850
2,101
3,000
3,000
3,000
3,000
33,413
3,000
2,985
-
17,480
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
5. Analysis of expenditure by activities
Grant
funding of
activities
2025
Support
costs
2025
BCBN Grant Initiative
33,413
33,413
120,735
120,735
BCBN Grant Initiative
Grant
funding of
activities
2024
f
17,480
17,480
Support
costs
2024
€
69,607
69,607
Total
funds
2025
154,148
154,148
Total
funds
2024
€
87,087
87,087
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(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
5. Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)
Analysis of support costs
Salary and wages
Pension
Publicity and marketing
Education and Training
Education Project Management
Bank charges
Sundry expenses
Accountancy fee
Insurance
Salary and wages
Pension
Publicity and marketing
Event hire and Audio/visual
Bank charges
Sundry expenses
Accountancy fee
Support costs
BCBN Grant
Initiative
Restricted
2025
funds 2025
f
65,149
1,321
2,288
-
9,382
9
495
1,800
557
81,001
BCBN Grant
Initiative
2024
f
64,749
1,321
12,517
(12,467)
112
595
1,800
980
69,607
9,018
27,196
3,520
-
39,734
Annual
Gala 2024
€
-
-
-
Other
Charitable
2025
:
-
-
-
:
Other
Charitable
2024
:
:
6. Independent examiner's remuneration
The independent examiner's remuneration amounts to an independent examiner fee of £1,800 (2024: €1,800).
Total
funds
2025
65,149
1,321
11,306
27,196
12,902
9
495
1,800
557
120,735
Total
funds
2024
64,749
1,321
12,517
(12,467)
112
595
1,800
980
69,607
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
7. Staff costs
Wages and salaries
Social security costs
Contribution to defined contribution pension schemes
The average number of persons employed by the charity during the year was as follows:
2025
58,000
7,149
1,321
66,470
2025
No.
1
2024
58,000
6,749
1,321
66,070
2024
No.
1
Employees
No employee received remuneration amounting to more than £60,000 in either year.
The key management personnel of the charity comprise the Chief Executive Officer. The total remuneration of key
management personnel during the year was £58,000 (2024: €58,000)
8. Trustees' remuneration and expenses
During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other benefits (2024 - £NIL).
During the year ended 31 July 2025, no Trustee expenses have been incurred (2024 - £NIL).
9. Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year
Other taxation and social security
Other creditors
Accruals and deferred income
2025
1,812
257
1,800
3,869
2024
1,712
257
1,513
3,482
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
10. Summary of funds
Designated funds
General funds
Restricted Funds
Balance at
1 August 2024
€
10,979
21,702
-
32,681
Income Expenditure
-
106,300
41,351
147,651
(114,414)
(39,734)
(154,148)
Balance at
31 July 2025
10,979
13,588
1,617
26,184
Designated funds
General funds
Balance at
1 August 2023
f
10,979
25,314
36,293
Income Expenditure
f
-
83,475
83,475
f
(87,087)
(87,087)
Balance at
31 July
2024 €
10,979
21,702
32,681
11. Designated funds
The designated fund represents money designated by the Trustees to be paid out to the charitable cause(s) supported
by the annual fundraising event.
12. Restricted funds
Restricted funds represent donations and grants received by the charity that are subject to specific conditions
imposed by donors.
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BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK LIMITED
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR
THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2025
13. Analysis of net assets between funds
Analysis of net assets between funds - current year
Current assets
Creditors due within one year
Total
Unrestricted
Total
2025
28,436
(3,869)
24,567
Restricted
Total
2025
1,617
1,617
Total
2025
30,053
(3,869)
26,184
Analysis of net assets between funds - prior year
Current assets
Creditors due within one year
Unrestricted
funds
2024
36,163
(3,482)
32,681
Total
funds
2024
36,163
(3,482)
32,681
Total
14. Related party transactions
The total aggregate value of donations received from trustees and other related parties in the year was £70,300
(2024: £64,600). No conditions were attached to these donations.
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