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2023-05-31-accounts

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 01 June 2022 To 31 May 2023

Charity name: Binti International

Charity registration number: 1167060

Objectives and Activities

SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document		 Para 1.17 To create a world where all women have
menstrual dignity- ensuring adequate
access to menstrual products, providing
menstrual education. Campaigning to create
a normal conversation around periods so
that women do not suffer from health issues
because of their periods. We tackle the
stigma and taboos to eliminate the shame.
We also work with communities
internationally to ensure basic amenities are
met.
Summary of the main
activities in relation to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or
services identified in the
accounts.		 Para 1.17 and 1.19 Binti has been involved in a wide range of
impactful initiatives, contributing to various
communities in both the UK and The Gambia.
Here's a summary of the key activities mentioned
during this period. This is also the period of time
where Covid is still affecting our lives with
restrictions,lock downs.
1.
Renovation and Launch of Period Charity
Shop:
●
Binti renovated and launched its
frst Period Charity shop in
Walton on Thames.
2.
Stock Movement and Warehouse:
●
Moved all stock into a
warehouse, indicating an
expansion or reorganization of
logistics.
3.
Period Reusable Bags Distribution:
●
Provided reusable period bags
from the Ladies at Whitely village
to girls at Khalsa Academy
School in Wolverhampton.
4.
Period Dignity Campaign:
●
The Khalsa academy signed
Binti's Period Dignity Campaign
(TKAW).
Binti has been involved in a wide range of
impactful initiatives, contributing to various
communities in both the UK and The Gambia.
Here's a summary of the key activities mentioned
during this period. This is also the period of time
where Covid is still affecting our lives with
restrictions,lock downs.
1.
Renovation and Launch of Period Charity
Shop:
●
Binti renovated and launched its
frst Period Charity shop in
Walton on Thames.
2.
Stock Movement and Warehouse:
●
Moved all stock into a
warehouse, indicating an
expansion or reorganization of
logistics.
3.
Period Reusable Bags Distribution:
●
Provided reusable period bags
from the Ladies at Whitely village
to girls at Khalsa Academy
School in Wolverhampton.
4.
Period Dignity Campaign:

5. GAMBIA

These initiatives showcase a diverse & comprehensive approach to social impact, covering areas such as menstrual health, education, community support, infrastructure development, & more. It's evident that Binti is making a positive difference in the lives of many. Top of Form Bottom of Form

Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit		 Para 1.18 Trustees have been briefed at Board
Meetings and signed up to their positions

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SORP reference
Policy on grant making Para 1.38
Policy on social investment
including program related
investment		 Para 1.38
Contribution made by
volunteers		 Para 1.38 Volunteers get involved at events, train the
training programs, educating children at
grass root level, doing collection drives,
assisting with social media, writing articles,
creating digital art, helping with all facets of
running a volunteered focused charity.
Other

Achievements and Performance

SORP reference

|Summary of the main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity’s work has made to
the circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benefits to society as a
whole.|Para 1.20|Binti signed the first council in the UK to our
Dignity at |Work campaign with Surrey
County Council. This means we are in 55
locations across the county. We are working
towards ensuring all public places provide
free period products as they do toilet paper
and soap.
The project has been sustainable and
instrumental in changing the conversation
around periods to create normalcy.
In The Gambia we signed an MOU with the
Government to deliver menstrual education
across the country. It will also become part
of the curriculum. We have now delivered
the menstrual training to 200 teachers
locally.
We launched the first Period Charity Shop
in Walton on Thames. This was a wonderful
way of initiating a conversation about
periods. Many girls and women came into
discuss menstruation and explored the
various types of products available. It’s
almost like we have never had an
opportunity to talk about it before.| |---|---|---|

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Para 1.41 Achievements against objectives set Performance of fundraising activities against objectives Para 1.41 set Investment performance Para 1.41 against objectives Other

Financial Review

Financial Review
Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period		 Para 1.21 Binti raised £18.4k for the period, of which
£36.6k was spent to meet its objective. This
left Binti with a deficit of £18.5k at period
end. This deficit was covered by reserves
held by Binti from prior years.
Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held		 Para 1.22 Reserves of £35.3k were held in order to
help buy more Sanitary Pad machines to
provide Pads to women at a more
affordable price.
Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 £35.3k
Reasons for holding zero
reserves		 Para 1.22 Binti does not hold zero reserves.
Details of fund materially in
deficit		 Para 1.24 N/A
Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern		 Para 1.23 It has been difficult to find volunteers for our
projects in the UK particularly running the
shop. Events were minimal as we came out
of covid, and fund-raising events were also
impacted.

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The charity’s principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising)		 Para 1.47 Primarily donations online,public
donations / fundraising events/
corporate partnerships, philanthropic
relationships
Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted		 Para 1.46
A description of the principal
risks facing the charity		 Para 1.46
Other

Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s trusts:
Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)		 Para 1.25 Trust Deed
How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)		 Para 1.25 CIO Foundation Constitution
Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees		 Para 1.25 Proposal by CEO, agreement at Board
meeting

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Policies and procedures Para 1.51 adopted for the induction and training of trustees We have an active presence in the UK, The Gambia, The US and India. The charity’s organisational structure and any wider Para 1.51 Although Covid impacted the work network with which the charity works delivered in India . Relationship with any related Para 1.51 parties Other

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name Binti International
Other name the charity uses Binti Period
Registered charity number Charity no. 1167060
Charity’s principal address Old Linden
50 Portmore Park Road
Weybridge
Surrey
KT138EU

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

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20		 Trustee name Office (if any) Dates acted if not for
whole year		 Name of person (or body)
entitled to appoint trustee
(if any)
Ms Rupa Aujla Trustee
Ms
Hardeep
Kundan		 Trustee
Mr Rony Aujla Trustee
Ms Jaipreet Gill Trustee
Mr
Prince
Baffour		 Treasurer April 2024
Mr Surash Patel Chair
Tina Thakore Trustee
Mr Rakesh
Kapoor		 Trustee

– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved

Director name

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets held in this capacity Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets

Additional information (optional)

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Type of Name Address adviser

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

Manjit Gill CEO & Founder Mark Courtney COO

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details

Other optional information

Declarations

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

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

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Signature(s) [S Patel]
Full name(s) [Surash Patel]
Position (eg Chair
Secretary, Chair, etc)
Date 5th May
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Profit and Loss BINTI INTERNATIONAL For the year ended 31 May 2023

Account 2023
Turnover
Corporate Donations 2,448.63
Donationsfrom Trusts,Found 388.36
Other Revenue 8,708.58
Private Donations(Gift Aid) 6,622.23
PrivateDonations (No Gift Aid 230.00
Total Turnover 18,397.80
Cost of Sales
America Project 3,986.56
Cost ofGoods Sold 3,005.35
Direct Expenses 11,429.35
Gambia Project Costs 8,701.78
Total Cost of Sales 27,123.04
Gross Profit (8,725.24)
Administrative Costs
Advertising& Marketing 638.81
Audit&Accountancyfees 319.18
Bank Fees 345.65
CharitableDonations 1,000.00
Consulting 470.59
Entertainment-100% busines 534.33
General Expenses 131.61
Insurance 572.93
ITSoftware and Consumable 667.68
Motor Vehicle Expenses 1,827.81
Printing & Stationery 1,315.98
Subscriptions 200.85
Telephone & Internet 920.13
Travel 524.33
Total Administrative Costs 9,469.88
Operating Profit (18,195.12)
**Profit on Ordinary Activitie ** (18,195.12)
Profit after Taxation (18,195.12)

Balance Sheet

BINTI INTERNATIONAL As at 31 May 2023

Account 31 May 2023

Fixed Assets Fixed Assets
Tangible Assets
Computer Equipment 34.80
Office Equipment 50.00
84.80
84.80
Cash at bankand in hand
Binti International 25,902.52
Binti International Paypal 9,276.00
35,178.52
35,178.52
Net Current Assets(Liabilities) 35,178.52
Total Assets less Current Liabilities 35,263.32
Net Assets 35,263.32
Current Year Earnings (18,195.12)
53,458.44
35,263.32