DHARAM ,SEVA Dharam Seva Records Trustees Report July 2023
DHARAM 'IsEVA IRECORDS Executive summary: This document summaiize5 the following informalion for Dharam Seva Records Icharity number 11533951,. th8 registered address of which is 87 Watwick Street, Leatnington Spa, Warwickshire, England, CV32 4RJ. l. Summary of activity by Charity inc. releases over the past 12 months (including view counts) 2. How the Charity continues to extend its reach within local communities 3. Summary of achievements over the last 12 months and outlook for the Charity going forward. Summary of activity by the charity over the last 12 months: Whilst th8 core activity of the charity remains based on the principles of the Sikh lailh, the aim is to make an impact lo the global society we live in. Given the existing worldwide reach and remit through the Charity's 8clivities focused on music, art and poetry, this artistic content continues to aid various demographic groups iegardless ol background, religious belief and ethnic group. Below is a selection of significant Shabad (religious hymns) releases by the Charity over the past 12 months. These view counts are taken directly from YouTube - the videos can be found by searching for 'Dharam Seva Records, once logging into YouTube and selecting the option for 'This Yearf in the top left-hand corner (information correct as of 18 July 2024). This summary confirms
DHARAM 'IsEVA i Fl E C O R D S the reach of the charity's work. Information on all Shabad releases is available upon request in writing to the Trustees of the Charity." Chaupai Sahib- 7,200,000 views Mool Mantar for kids - 6,200,000 views Chal Seva Kariye- 3,000,000 views Jin Prem Kiyo- 2,200,000 views Ik Sant Sipahi 2- 247,000 views Jogi- 192,000 views Jaat - 179,000 views Aukhi Ghadi Na Dekhen Deyi - 162,000 views Dhan Waheguru- 146,000 views 10. Loki Darde - 119,000 views 11. Zindagi Teri - 108,000 views 12. The Chronicles of Fakeeri - 59,000 views 13. Rabba Veh - 55,000 views 14. Tuhi You - 53,000 views 15. Baba Nanak- 52,000 views 16. Apni Kirpa Dhaar - 37,000 views 17. Khayal - 34,000 views 18. Meh Bin Gur Dekhe - 18,000 views 19. Satgur Hoye Dayal - 16,000 views 20. Ja Tu Mere Val Hai- 8,300 views 21. Mere Man Naam Nit Nit- 4,300 views 22. Waheguru Dhan Waheguru - 4,100 views
DHARAM DHARAM ISEVA FI È COR DS Extending reach within local communities: In addition lo the Shabad releases, Sin the start of 2019, the Charity has corFlinued lo extend ils focus to aid the most vulnerable members of society. Through ils existing support network ol high caliber artists, producers and writers, the art15tic content produced is becoming increasingly weighted towards those who are suffering with mental health issues as well as prornoling wellbeing and rnindfulness. An exatnple of which is the weekly research I study forum that started in 2019, which has continued to go Irorn strength to Stiength. The aim of this interactive group is lor open minded individuals to attend and gel closer to Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and their divine teachings in the form ol Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. The forum is a 2-hour study session open to people of all aues and backgrounds. Attendees will often request a topic to be discussed in advance and then the Charity volunteers will facilitate how Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji helps to understand that topic and 8ddie5s these challenges in modern society. A framework has been created by the charity which enables the sessions lo run throughout the year and across traditional cultural boundaries. In Q2 2023, the study group expanded its reach on an international scale where the Charity volunteers were requested to host a gmup se$srn in Vienna, Austria over a 2-day period. With allendance of over 300 delegates over the 2 days, it is 18assuring to see the Charity's work supporting society across geographical boundaries. Therè are currently plans to extend this further across other European cities during late 2024 12025 due lo public demand. On a more local level due lo the demand from Ihe local communities. the sessions were extended lo run twice per week. To date, over 250 different p8rticipants have attended the study forum. As demand continues to prosper, the charity will continue lo host and facililale th8 twice weekly forums along with our other proje¢t$. Should the delegate numbers continue lo increase week on week. the Charity may decide to further incre85e the frequency and has plans and capacity to support the demand as needed. The Charity h85 also begun lo work on tailoring their work to the needs of diffeienl demographics in society to ensure everyone call be a beneficiary ol the charities, work. 11 Started a class in the local Gurdwara known as 'Japji Memorize,. The aim of this projgcl is to help young children memorize th8 writings ol Guru Nanak Dev Ji, which will help them to dive deeper into th8 core of Sikhi and understand what is being written in the Japji Sahib. This will enable this divine knowledge lo be passed onlo the children in the lulure and onsure that the teachings of our Guius continue to benefit the community. Several tnore projects lo Support local communities have also been identified. These will be ieviewed and priorilized based on the need that arises. This will enable the charity to allocate resources accordingly whi181 ensuring the core mission and charity aims are not compromised,. and provide an opportunity for the Charity lo
DHARAM 'IsEVA RECORDS extend its parinership with other charitable causes to support the increasing demands for ils serviTrs. DHARAM SEVA ECORDS Summary of achievements and outlook going forward: Demand for the Charity's seNices has continued to go from strength to strength over the past 12 month5 Wlth another strong year of r81eases backed up by the 19m+ YouTube views on the selection ol the 22 releases detailed above to date. This reinforces the glob81 leach of the work conducted by the Charity and the mass audiences that are being reached by its continued work. However, the extended focus by the Charity lo also aid the Most vulnerable members of SoetY through its work on promoting wellbeing and mindfulness is a key are8 of growth. The demand for ils services in this aiea has become a reality through the study fortns which are now taking pla on an inlem8bonal scale. In March of 2024, the members of the charity went out lo an evenl at the prestigious Birmingham Symphony Hall and had worked together to pul on an event in which the message of the Gurus was broadcasted lo a sold-out crowd oljust over 2000 people. The perfoirnance included the vibrant use of Bhangra dOnrS, combined with the use of modern musical sounds to educate the future generation8 on the message of our Gurus through Ihg sound of music. The perforrnance concluded with a standing ovation from th8 aiena as Ihey dernonstrated their support for the pertomers. The growing So*1 issues in modem Societies have meant that communities look for new support mechanisms as we go about our daily lives. This is evident in the increase in traffic Charity has seen its social media platforms over the past 24 months in cotnparison to previous years. As we move into an increasing digital era and given the increase in demand for digital support services, the Trustees envisage the demand for the Charity's services will continue to glow exponentia11y All volunteers are continuing to donate their time and effort lo the cause which is reinfOrd by a Ovo salary bill being deducted lor their work. Dharam Seva Records is well placed to continue building on the success of previous years with an increased focus on supporting local communities lo meet the increasin9 demands of modern soeiety. Dharam Seva Records Trustees
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER.. 1153395 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND UNAUDITED FINANCIALSTATEMENTS FOR THEYEARENDED30 SEPTEMBER2023 FOR DHARAM SEVA RECORDS
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS forthe Year Ended 30 September 2023 Page Raport of the Trustee8 Independent Examiner's Report staternent of Flnanclal ActivitieB Balanee Sheet Notes to the Financial Statements Detailed Statement of Flnancial Activitie 11
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES for the Year Ended 30 September 2023 The trustees present their report with the financi81 statetnents of the charity for the year ended 30 September 2023. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Slalement of Recommended Practice applicable to chaiities preparing their 8ccount5 in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 (effective 1 January 20191. OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Summary of activity by the charity overthe last 12 months Whilst the core activity of the charity remains based on the principles of the Sikh faith, the aim is lo make all irnpaot lo the global soaety we live in. Given the existing worldwide reach and remit through the Charity's activities focused around music, art and poetry, this artistic content continues to aid various demographic groups regardless of background religious belief and ethnic group. Below is a selection of Significant Shabad (religious hytnnsl releases by the Ch81ily over the past 12 months. These view counts are taken directly from YouTube and the videos can be found by searching for'Dharaw Seva Recoids, once logged into YouTube and selecting the option lor'This Yearf in the top left hand corner linfoimation coriect a5 of 18 July 20241. This summary confirms the reach of the charity's work. Information on all Shabad releases is available upon request in writing lo Ihe TIu51e8s of the Chaiity.. 1. Chaupai S8hib- 7,200,000 view5 2. Mool Mantarforkids-6,200,000 views 3. Chal Seva Kariye- 3,000,000 views 4. Jin Prern Kiyo- 2.200,000 views 5. Ik Sant Sipahi-2- 247,000 vws 6, Jaal- 179.000 vie 7. J¢wi- 192,000 views 8. Aukhi Ghadi Na Dekhen Deyi- 162,0(K) views 9. Dhan Waheguru- 146,000 views 10. Zindagi Teri- 108,000 views 11. The Chronicles of Fakeeri- 59,000 view8 12. Tuhi You- 53,tK)Oviews 13. Baba Nanak- 52,000 views 14. Apni Kirpa Dhaar- 37,000 views 15. Khayal- 34,000 views 16. Meh Bin Gur Dekhe- 18,000 views 17. Salgur Hoye Day81- 16.000 views 18. Ja Tu Mere Val Hai- 8,300 views 19. Mere Man Naam Nit Nit- 4,300 views 20. Waheguru Dhan Waheguru- 4,100 views 21. Loki Darde- 119,OCKJ views 22. Rabba Veh- 55,000 views Extènding raaeh wlthln local communltles In addition lo thè Shabad releases, since the start of 2019, the Charity has continued to extend its focus lo aid the most vulnerable memb&is ol society. Through ils existing support network of high calibre artists, ProdUr3 and writeis, the artistic content prodUd is becoming increasingly weighed towards those who are suffering with rnglllal health issues as well as promoting wellbeing and rnindfulness. An example of which is the weekly research I study forum that startèd In 2019, which ha5 conlinu&d lo go frorll strength lo strength. The aitn of this inteiaclive group is for open minded individuals to 8ttelld and g81 closer lo Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and their divine teaChngS in the form of Sri Guru Granlh Sahib Ji. The forum is 8 2 houi study sèssion open to people of all ages and b8ckground5. Allende&s will often request a topic lo be discussed in advance and then the Charity volunteers will facilitate how Sri Guiu Gr8nlh Sahib Ji helps lo understand that topic 8nd addres5 these challenges in modem society. A framewotk has been created by the charity which enables the sessions lo run throughout the year and across traditional cultural boundaries. In Q2 2022. the study gioup &xp8nd8d ils reach on an international scale where the Charity volunteers were requested lo host a group 885sion in Vienna, Austria ov8r a 2 day peiiod. With allendance of over 300 delegates over the 2 days, il is reassuiing lo see th8 Chaiity'8 work supporting society across geographical boundaries. There are currently plans lo extend this further across other European cities during late 202412025 due lo public demand. On a more local level. prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, due to the demand from the local communili65, Ihg session8 were extended to run Iwice per week. To date, over 250 different participants have attended the study ltsrum. Page 1
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES forthe Year Ended 30 September 2023 OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Extending reach wlthin local cornmunities Icontl A5 the UK has rraintained ils recovery from the pandemic and lifé in the new noitnal" becomes in¢reasingly standardized the eharity will continue to host and facilitate the twice weekly forums. Should the delegate numbers continue lo increase week by week the Charity may decide to furthei increase the fiequency and have plans and capacily to support the demand as needed. As 8 result of Ih8se forums taking pla, several other projeds to support local communities have also been identified. These will be reviewed and prioritized based on the need that arises. This wi11 enable the charity to allocate resources accordingly whilst ensuring the core mission and charity aims are not cornpiomi5ed", and provide an opportunity foi the Charity lo Bxtend ils partnership with olhgT charitable causes to support the increasing demands lorils services. Summary of achlevements and outlook going forward The COVID-19 pandemic brought Unpredented events around the globe,. yel the demand for access to digital support services has never been greater. Demand for the Charily's serviTrs has continued lo go from strength lo strenglh over the past 12 months with another strong year ol releases backed up by the 19m+ YouTube views on the selection of th8 22 releases detailed above to date. This reinforces the global reach of the work conducted by the Chaiily and the mass audiences that are being reached by ils continued work. However, it is clear that the extended focLJS by the Charity to also aid the most vulnerable member8 of society through its Work on promoting wellbeing arid mindfulness is 8 key area ol giowth. The demand for its services in this area has becom8 a realily Ihrough the study foiums which are now taking place on an inlernalional scale. In March of 2024. the members of the charity went out lo an evenl at the piestigious Birrningham Symphony Hall and had worked together to put on an event in which the message of the Gurus was broadcasted lo a sold-out Crowd of just over 2000 people. The performance included the vibrant use of Bhangra danceis, combined with the use of modern musical sounds to educate the future generations on the messag8 ol our Gurus through the sound of music. Thg perfoman eoncluded with a standing ovation Irorn th8 arena as they demonstrated their support for the performers. The growing social issues in rnodom societies h85 meant that ootllmunity to look lor new support mechanisms as we go about ourdaily lives. This is evident in the increase of traffic the Charity has seen to its social media platforms over the past 24 rnonths in comparison to previous years. As we move inlo an illcreasingly digital era and given the increase in demand for digital support sotvices, the Trustees envisagg the demand foi the Charity's $8rviees will continue to grow exponentially To this 8nd, the Charity is currently in discussion8 to rebrand ils name from Dharatn Seva Records to Dharam Seva in order lo further represent the extended services il is now offering as demand for ils seNices continues to evolve, Further details on this will b8 shared in the next report onoe approved by the Trustees and the prO$S has been completed. The COVID-19 pandernic has caused the worldwide Community to look for new support mechanisms as we go about our daily lives. This is evident in the increase in traffi¢ the Charity has seen lo ils social media platfoms over the past 24 months in comparison to previous years. As we move into an increasing digital era and given the increase in dernand for digital support servIs, the Trustees envisage the demand for the Charity's servicès will continue tts increase further. A11 volunteers are continuing to donate their time and èffort to the cause which is reinforced by a O¢/0 salary bill being deducted for their work. Dharam Seva Records is well placed to continue building on the succes8 of previous year8 With an increased focus on supporting local communities to meet the increasing demands ol modern so(iety. STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Governlng document Th& charity is controlled by tts goveming document. a deed of trust and constitutes an unincorporated charity. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered charity number 1153395 Prlncipal address Office 112 41 Oxford Street Leaminglon Spa wal¢ksh1re CV32 4RB Page 2
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS Trustees S S Khakh G S Nolay M Dh8lnN81 REPORTOF THETRUSTEES forthe Year Ended 30 September 2023 REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DEfAILS Independent Examlner MrArnit Bedi Larchwood Accountants 38-40 Compton Road Wolverharnplon Wesl Midlands WV6 8SZ Approved by order olthe board oftrustees on 31 July 2023 and signed on ils behalf by.. S S Khakh- Trustee Page 3
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF DHARAM SEVA RECORDS Independent exarniner's rèport to the trustees of Dharam Seva Record8 I report to the charity Iruslees on rny examination of the accounis of Dharam Seva RecoTd8 Ith8 Trust) for the year ended 30 September 2023, Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity trustee of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparalion of the accounts in accordanee with the requirements of the Charities Act 20111'lh8 Acl'l. I report in iespecl of my exatnination ol the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 01 the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Ch81ily Commission under Section 14515llb) of the Act. Independent examIneS statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no rnaterial rnaller8 have cotne lo my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect.. accounting records were not kept in respect of theTrust as required by Section 130 of the Ad,. or the accounts do not aocoid with those records., or The accounts do not wrllply with the applicable requirements concerning the ft)rrn and content of accounts set oul in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part ol an independent examination. I have no concems and have come across no oth81 matters in connection with the examination lo which allention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a pioper understanding of the accounts to be reached. MrAmit Bedi Larchwood Accounlanls 38-40 Compton Road Wolverhampton Wesl Midlands WV6 8SZ Date.. .15110r2024........... Page 4
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES for the Year Ended 30 September 2023 30.9.23 Unrestricted fund 30.9.22 Total funds Notes INCOMEAND ENDOWMENTSFROM Donations and legacies 22,364 14,903 Charltable activitie8 Music 18,963 20,324 Totsl 41,327 35,227 EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 11,895 13.401 Charitable actlvltles MLJSIC 13,670 5,089 Total 25,565 18,490 NET INCOME 15,762 16,737 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought foNard 21.460 4.723 TOTAL FUNDSCARRIEDFORWARD 37,222 21,460 The notesft)Im part of these financial staloments Page 5
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS BALANCE SHEET 30 September 2023 30.9.23 Unrestricted fund 30.9.22 Total funds Notes Fixed Assets Computer Equipment's 4706 CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank and in hand 32,516 21,460 NET CURRENT ASSETS 37,222 21.460 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 37,222 21,460 NET ASSETS 37.222 21,460 FUNDS Unrestrided funds 37.222 21.460 TOTALFUNDS 37,222 21,460 Th8 financial slalements were 8pproved by the Board of Trustees and aulhorized for issue on 31 July 2023 and were signed on its behalf by.. S S Khakh- Trustee M Dhaliwal- Tru lee G S Nolay- Trustee The notès form part oflhese financial statements Page 6
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS NOTES TOTHE FINANCIALSTATEMENTS forthe Year Ended 30 September 2023 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis on preparing the financial statements The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entlty undèr FRS 102, have be8n pr8par8d in accordance with the Charities SORP IFRS 1021 'Aceounling and Reporting by Charities.. Slalemenl of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic ol Ireland IFRS 1021 (effective 1 January 20191,, Financial Reporting Standard 102'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland, and th8 Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. Income All income Is recognlzed In the Sl8lernenl of Financial Aclivilies. Once the charily has entitlement to the funds. it is probable that the income will be received, and the amount can be rneasured reliably. Expanditur8 Liabilities ale recognized as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or conslruclive obligation committing charity to that expenditure, Il is probable Ihal a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlernenl and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an acciuals basis and has be&n classified under headings that aggregate all costs related lo the category. Where costs eannol be diiecuy allribuled to headings, they have been allocated lo activities on a basis consistent with the vse ol iesources. Taxation The charity is exemptfrom tax on it5 chaiilable 8Qtivilie8. Fund accounting Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the Charitab oblectDies al the discretion of the Iruslees. Reslricled funds can only be used lor restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrietions arisè when specified by the donor 01 when funds are raised for restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is Induded in the notes lolhe financial stalemenls. Hlre purchasè and leasing commitm&nts Rentals paid undei opeialing leases ar& charged lo the Slalernenl of Finanrial Activities on a straight-line basis over the period ol the lease. RAISING FLINDS Ralslng donatlons and legacles 30.9.23 30.9.22 Support W818 25,565 13,401 TRUSTEES, REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefit5 for the year ended 30 September 2023 nor for the year ended 30 September 2022. Trust•as' axpansès The following trustees were reimbursed by the charity during the year ended 30 Seplernber 2023 and each received.. Munindei Singh received £337 for media supplies I materials lor seminars Sundip Khakh r8C81ved £212.28 formedia supplies Imaterials forserninars Page 7 ¢onlinued...
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- contlnued forthe Year Ended 30 September 2023 COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unreslrthd fund INCOMEAND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacie8 14,903 Charitable actlvitie8 Music 20,324 Total 35,227 EXPENDITURE ON Raising funds 13,401 Charitsbl8 activities Music 5,089 Total 11,687 NET INCOME 16.737 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 01.10.2021 4,723 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 30.09.2022 21,460 MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Net movement in funds At 1.10.22 At 30.9.23 Unrestricted funds General fund 21,460 11,056 32,516 TOTAL FUNDS 21,460 11,056 32,516 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resouro88 Resources expended Movement in funds Unrestrlcted funds General fund 42,280 131,2241 11,056 TOTAL FUNDS 42,280 131,2241 11,056 Page 8 ntinued...
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS NOTES TOTHE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS- continued for the Year Ended 30 September 2023 MOVEMENT IN FUNDS- continued Comparatives for movement in funds N81 movetnent funds Al 1.10.21 Al 30.9.22 Unrestricted funds General fund 4,723 16,737 21,460 TOTAL FUNDS 4,723 16,737 21,460 Comparative nel movement in funds, included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources ResourTrs expanded Movement in funds Unrestricted funds General fund 35,227 118.4WI 16,737 TOTAL FUNDS 35,227 118,4901 16,737 A current year 12 months and prioryear 12 month8 combined position 15 as follows.. Net movement funds At 1.10.22 Al 30.9.23 Unrestrlcted funds Gener81 fund 21,460 11,056 32,516 TOTAL FUNDS 21,460 11,056 32.516 The current y88r 12 months and the previous year 12 months combined net movement in funds. included in the above are as follows.. Incoming resources Resour$ expanded Movemenl in funds Unrestrlcted funds Gener81 fund 42,280 131,2241 11,056 TOTAL FUNDS 42,280 {31,224) 11,056 P8ge 9 continued...
DHARAMSEVA RECORDS NOTESTOTHE FINANCIALSTATEMENTS-¢ontinued forthe Year Ended 30 September 2023 RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES Therewere no related party transactions forlheyearending 30 September2023. Page 10
DHARAM SEVA RECORDS DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES forthe Year Ended 30 September 2023 30.9.23 30.9.22 INCOMEAND ENDOWMENTS Donattons andlogacles Donations Grants 22,364 2,403 12,500 22,364 14,903 Charitable activitltrs Media 18,963 20,324 Total incomlng resources 41,327 35,227 EXPENDITURE Charitable aetlvltles Media supplies Hire of equipmenvvenue 13,670 3,750 1,339 13,670 5,089 Support costs Management Travelling Advertising Sundries Donations Professional fees IT costs 9.189 714 132 23 890 947 448 2,368 3,125 47 11,895 12,261 Governance costs Accountancy and legal fees 1.140 Ttst81 resources expended 25,565 18,490 Net income 15,762 16.737 This P8ge does not form part of the slatuloryfinanaal statements Page11