DARUL ELM COMMUNITY CENTRE LTD
Charity No. 1160892 | Company No. 08938426 115 Soho Hill, Handsworth, Birmingham, B19 1AY
1. Mission Statement
Darul Elm Community Centre Ltd is committed to advancing the Islamic faith and providing essential educational, social, and welfare services to the local community. Our mission is to promote spiritual growth, deliver high-quality educational opportunities, and support disadvantaged groups through housing assistance, training, poverty relief, and counselling services.
2. Annual Review
The year ending 31 March 2025 has been a period of significant growth and encouragement for Darul Elm Community Centre.
We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming generosity of individuals across the UK who have contributed donations throughout the year. These contributions have formed the majority of our income in 2025, enabling us to sustain and expand our programmes. The commitment of the community has been a clear demonstration of solidarity and shared purpose in supporting our work.
Thanks to this support, we have been able to strengthen our services for the Somali and wider African communities in the West Midlands, whilst maintaining our role as a trusted and recognised partner among mainstream organisations.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our Management Committee, volunteers, community members, local leaders, councillors, and sector partners for their continued encouragement. We are especially thankful to every individual donor whose contributions have helped us provide educational, social, and welfare services to children, families, and vulnerable members of our community.
Ahmed Abdullahi
Chairman
3. Darul Elm Community Centre
Established in March 2014, Darul Elm Community Centre Ltd is both a registered charity (No. 1160892) and a company limited by guarantee (No. 08938426).
Our primary aims are:
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To advance the Islamic faith within Handsworth and the surrounding areas through prayer meetings, lectures, Eid celebrations, and educational literature.
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To support the education and development of children and young Muslims.
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To provide housing support for the homeless.
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To deliver training and poverty relief initiatives for disadvantaged members of society.
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To provide care, support, and counselling for individuals affected by drug misuse.
4. Legal & Administrative Information
Trustees / Management Committee
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Ahmed Abdullahi (Chair)
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Hussein Hassan (Treasurer)
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Said Saad (Secretary)
Authorised Signatories
Ahmed Abdullahi
Auditors / Accountants
Quality Accountants 437–441 Coventry Road Birmingham B10 0RX
Registered Office
Darul Elm Community Centre Ltd 115 Soho Hill Handsworth Birmingham B19 1AY
Governing Document
Darul Elm Community Centre Ltd is governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association as a charitable company limited by guarantee.
5. Financial Accounts
(Attached)
DARUL ELM COMMUNITY CENTRE LTD
Charity No. 1160892 | Company No. 08938426 Annual Report and Financial Statements For the year ended 31 March 2025
Trustees’ Annual Report
The trustees present their report together with the financial statements of Darul Elm Community Centre Ltd for the year ended 31 March 2025.
The charity’s objectives remain the advancement of the Islamic faith, the education of children and young Muslims, housing support for the homeless, the relief of poverty through training and community support, and the provision of care and counselling for those affected by drug misuse.
During the year the charity benefited from strong community support, with the majority of income being raised through donations from individuals within the UK who generously contributed to support our work. This generosity enabled the Centre to continue delivering essential services and expanding its outreach in the West Midlands.
Total income for the year was £234,204, expenditure amounted to £95,799, resulting in a net movement in funds of £138,405. Year-end funds stood at £325,568, all of which are unrestricted.
Independent Examiner’s Report
I report on the accounts of Darul Elm Community Centre Ltd for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 and that an independent examination is required.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011;
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission;
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no
opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair view’.
Independent examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matters have come to my attention which give me cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act 2011; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act 2011 have not been met.
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.
Quality Accountants Ltd 437–441 Coventry Road Birmingham B10 0RX Dated: 17 September 2025
Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA)
| 2025 (£) | 2024 (£) | |
|---|---|---|
| Voluntary income – Donations | 234,204 | 256,832 |
| Total Income | 234,204 | 256,832 |
| Expenditure on charitable activities | 80,149 | 75,552 |
| Cost of generating funds | 15,650 | 3,185 |
| Total Expenditure | 95,799 | 78,737 |
| Net movement in funds | 138,405 | 178,095 |
Balance Sheet
| 2025 (£) | 2024 (£) | |
|---|---|---|
| Current Assets | 325,568 | 187,163 |
| Creditors due within one year | - | - |
| Net Assets | 325,568 | 187,163 |
| Funds: | ||
| Unrestricted Funds | 325,568 | 187,163 |
| Restricted Funds | - | - |
| Total Funds | 325,568 | 187,163 |
Notes to the Accounts
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Accounting policies: The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) and applicable UK accounting standards.
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Income: The charity’s income in 2025 was primarily derived from donations collected within the UK from individual supporters.
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Trustees’ remuneration: The trustees did not receive any remuneration or benefits during the year. Expenses reimbursed to trustees were nil.
4. Related party transactions: None.
- All funds held by the charity are unrestricted unless otherwise stated.