ANNUAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE PERIOD APRIL 2023 TO MARCH 2024
Objects:
The objects of Magalen Community Services (MCS) are:
MCS seeks to improve livelihoods of mothers and children in rural and disadvantaged communities in Uganda through planning and development of projects in the agricultural sector, health sector, education and employment. Our aim is to see a more economically empowered community, improved living standards and increased entrepreneurial skills initiatives - through business activities and saving schemes.
Activities:
In order to fulfil these objectives MCS supports the activities of a group of residents of Magola Sub-County. This group of dedicated and hard-working people act as leaders and facilitators for learning and development within the community.
Education
MCS worked with the three schools in Magola. Assisting in efficient use of resources for education. This included mentorship of teachers and provision of supplies to students in need.
Agriculture
We continue to provide our original core service, empowering women to participate in growing and cultivation, achieving greater independence and quality of nutrition for their families.
Environment
MCS works with the local community to do all we can to promote sustainability for future generations. In particular we have concentrated on preserving areas of wetland for health and prosperity.
Trustees Report April 23 – Mar 24
Magalen Community Services CIO reg no. 1167470
Older people
While elders in the Magola community play a vital role in childcare and family cohesion, there are no long-term care solutions when they are needed.
MCS has been able to assist a number of families with support for their elders and improvement in their living conditions.
Funding:
Generous donations from our supporters meant that we were able to provide the services described above.
Public benefit:
All activities of MCS are carried out in pursuance of the objects as stated above and are for the benefit of the target community.
Income and expenditure:
Magalen Community Services Income and Expenditure April 2023 – March 2024
| £ | £ | £ | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash balance 1st April 2023 | 424 | |||
| Income | ||||
| Donations | 510 | |||
| Expenditure | ||||
| Programmes in Uganda | 520 | |||
| Administration | 0 | |||
| Fundraisingcosts | 0 | |||
| Surplus/ - deficit | -10 | |||
| Cash balance 31st March 2024 | 414 |
Approved by the MCS Board of Trustees December 2024.
Beatrice Akissa Herron Trustee
Trustees Report April 23 – Mar 24
Magalen Community Services CIO reg no. 1167470