Annual Impact Report 2024/2025
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CONTENTS PAGE
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| A Message Of Gratitude | 3 |
| Message from the Chief Executive Ofcer | 4 |
| Message from the Chair of the Board of Trustees | 5 |
| Global Reach and Your Impact | 6 |
| A Year of Response | 7 |
| Our Ambassadors | 8 |
| Our Trustees | 9 |
| Palestine | 10 |
| Syria | 13 |
| Lebanon | 14 |
| Yemen | 17 |
| Africa | 18 |
| Bangladesh | 21 |
| Pakistan | 22 |
| Emergency | 24 |
| Winter Relief | 29 |
| Drops of Mercy | 30 |
| Back 2 School | 32 |
| Qurbani | 34 |
| Feed The Needy | 37 |
| Zakat Grants | 38 |
| Masajid | 41 |
| Orphans | 42 |
| Objectives, Structure, Governance and Management | 44 |
| Accounts | 46 |
| Volunteer With Us | 64 |
| 100% Donation Policy | 65 |
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A MESSAGE OF GRATITUDE
“The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed [of grain] which grows seven spikes; in each spike is a hundred grains...” [2:261]
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Alhamdulillah, with the permission of Allah, your support and trust in One Ummah allowed us to deliver life-saving humanitarian aid to over 2 MILLION of the world’s most vulnerable people. Together, we have fed the hungry, quenched the thirsty, sheltered the displaced and treated the sick and wounded. You restored hope to countless communities, and from the bottom of our hearts... thank you.
One Ummah is blessed to be able to deliver your Amanah (sacred trust) and transform lives in 19 countries worldwide. To our esteemed donors, generous volunteers, and hard-working staff: Jazakum Allahu Khairan. You are the foundation upon which everything we do is built. This is not just charity—it is ‘Ukhuwwah (brotherhood) in action.
We will always be ‘United Against Poverty’ . This is not a catchphrase, or a tagline, but a reflection of our Fard Kifayah; our collective obligation. As crises multiply in the Muslim world, your steadfastness has proven that the Ummah of Rasool’Allah is still united, as One Ummah.
May Allah accept your deeds and your charity, bless your wealth, and shield you in this life and the next. Ameen.
With love and Du’as,
Your One Ummah Family.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE CEO RISZWAN REHMAN
Bismillah ir-Rahmān ir-Rahim
Was-salatu wa-s-salamu ‘alā Rasulillah Alhamdulillah. All praise belongs to Allah
The past year has been one of the most testing periods our Ummah has faced in recent history. From the ongoing devastation in Palestine, to war and displacement in Sudan, Syria and Lebanon, to climate-driven disasters across South Asia and Africa, hardship has touched millions of our brothers and sisters. Yet amid this suffering, one truth has remained constant: when the Ummah is called, it responds alhamdulillah.
With the permission of Allah and through the trust you placed in One Ummah, we delivered life-saving humanitarian aid to over 2 million people across 19 countries during the 2024/25 accounting year.
Together, we fed the hungry, quenched the thirsty, sheltered the displaced, treated the sick, protected orphans, and upheld dignity where it was most under threat. Every figure in this report represents a life, a mother, a child, a family, whom Allah allowed us to serve through your generosity.
This year will be remembered as one defined by unprecedented need, particularly in Palestine, where the scale of human suffering has reached levels unseen in our lifetime. As homes, hospitals, and livelihoods were destroyed, One Ummah remained steadfast in its duty.
Alhamdulillah, your support enabled us to reach over 800,000 people in Palestine alone, providing emergency food, clean water, medical supplies, shelter, winter relief, and vital support for infants and children under siege.
We did not look away, and we will not abandon our brothers and sisters as recovery and rebuilding continue. Beyond Gaza, your Amanah reached communities devastated by war, famine, floods, and poverty.
From Sudan’s growing humanitarian catastrophe, to Afghanistan’s floods, Bangladesh’s monsoon devastation, Yemen’s forgotten crisis, and Africa’s deepening poverty, One Ummah worked tirelessly to ensure your donations were delivered swiftly, responsibly, and in accordance with Islamic principles. This year alone, we delivered emergency food aid to nearly 700,000 people, provided clean water access to thousands, supported 3,800 orphans, sponsored families, rebuilt homes, constructed 193 Masājid, and delivered winter protection to over 78,000 people facing life-threatening cold conditions.
At the heart of our work remains a clear and unwavering approach: providing urgent humanitarian relief alongside long-term empowerment. We believe charity is not merely about survival, but about restoring dignity, stability, and hope. Whether through income-generating projects, education and teacher sponsorship, livelihood restoration, or sustainable water systems, we aim to help communities move from dependency to resilience, bi’ithnillah.
We remain firmly committed to our 100% Donation Policy, treating every pound entrusted to us as a sacred Amanah. Your Zakat, Sadaqah, and Qurbani were delivered with transparency, accountability, and scholarly oversight, ensuring they reached those most entitled to them under Islamic law.
The Prophet said: “He who does not thank the people is not thankful to Allah.” — [Abu Dawud]
Therefore, I would like to say, Jazakum Allahu Khayran, to our donors, volunteers, partners, trustees, and dedicated staff. Your sincerity, sacrifices, and unwavering support are the backbone of everything we do. May Allah accept all of our deeds, purify our intentions, place barakah in our wealth, and make this charity a means of protection for us all in this life and the Hereafter.
As we look ahead to the coming year, our resolve remains firm. The challenges facing our Ummah are immense, but so too is its compassion. With reliance upon Allah, adherence to the Qur’an and Sunnah, and unity of purpose, One Ummah will continue to stand with the oppressed, the hungry, and the forgotten, United Against Poverty, not as a slogan, but as a collective obligation.
May Allah keep us sincere, steadfast, and worthy of serving His creation. Amin.
Riszwan Rehman Chief Executive Officer
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CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MESSAGE SAQIB SATTAR
Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh.
As we reflect on the 2024/25 year, I do so with a deep sense of humility, responsibility, and gratitude to Allah. This has been one of the most challenging periods our Ummah has faced in recent history, marked by widespread conflict, displacement, natural disasters, and deepening poverty across many parts of the world. Yet it has also been a year that reaffirmed the strength, compassion, and unity of the Ummah when guided by faith and action.
Alhamdulillah, through the collective efforts of our donors, volunteers, staff, and partners, One Ummah delivered life-saving humanitarian assistance to over 2 million people across 19 countries. From emergency food distributions and clean water access, to shelter, medical aid, orphan care, and winter relief, your trust enabled us to uphold dignity and preserve life in circumstances where hope was scarce. Every project delivered this year reflects a sacred Amanah fulfilled with care, transparency, and accountability.
It is impossible to speak of this year without acknowledging the immense suffering endured by our brothers and sisters in Palestine. Since October 2023, the world has witnessed a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza that has shaken the conscience of humanity. Tens of thousands of lives have been lost, the vast majority women and children, entire neighbourhoods reduced to rubble, and essential services systematically destroyed. Over 90 percent of the population has been displaced, many repeatedly, while hunger, thirst, and disease have become daily realities.
In the face of these horrors, One Ummah remained steadfast. Despite severe access restrictions and logistical challenges, your support enabled us to deliver large-scale emergency food aid, clean water, medical supplies, shelter, winter items, and vital support for infants and families in Gaza. Reaching thousands of people in Palestine this year was not only an operational achievement, but a moral obligation we were honoured to fulfil on behalf of the Ummah.
Beyond Palestine, crises in Sudan, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and across Africa demanded sustained and compassionate responses. Whether responding to conflict, floods, famine, or long-term deprivation, One Ummah continued to balance urgent relief with long-term empowerment, investing in livelihoods, education, water systems, and community infrastructure so families can rebuild their lives with dignity, by the permission of Allah.
As Chair, I am proud of the governance, integrity, and Islamic values that underpin One Ummah’s work. Our Board of Trustees remains committed to ensuring strong oversight, prudent financial management, and adherence to our 100% Donation Policy, safeguarding the trust you place in us. This commitment is essential not only for accountability, but for maintaining sincerity in our service to Allah and His creation.
None of this work would be possible without you. To our donors, volunteers, staff, and partners, you are the backbone of One Ummah. Your compassion, sacrifice, and steadfastness continue to inspire us, even in the darkest of times. You have proven that the Ummah of Rasulullah remains united when it matters most.
As we look ahead, the needs before us remain immense. Gaza will require years of recovery and rebuilding. Other forgotten crises continue to deepen. Our responsibility, however, is clear. We must stand firm with the oppressed, support the vulnerable, and transform despair into hope through sustained action rooted in faith.
May Allah accept your charity, reward you abundantly, and grant us the strength, unity, and sincerity to continue serving the Ummah with excellence. Ameen.
Sy Saqib Sattar on Chair, Board of Trustees
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GLOBAL REACH AND YOUR IMPACT
Transforming and Saving Lives Across 19 Countries in Need
“...whoever saves a life, it is as if they have saved all of humanity...” [5:32]
Alhamdulillah, despite a year of difficult challenges for the Ummah, we strived to live by these verses, remaining steadfast in our mission.
Through your compassion, we reached 2,847,685 beneficiaries across 19 countries with life-saving aid.
This achievement is a testament firstly to the Grace and Mercy of Allah, and secondly to your unwavering support. Jazakum Allahu Khairan.
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A YEAR OF RESPONSE
The past 12 months presented profound challenges for the Ummah , with crises in Palestine, Sudan, Yemen, and beyond demanding a swift and compassionate response.
Guided by the words of the Prophet:
“The believers, in their mutual mercy, love and compassion, are like one body…” [Bukhari], One Ummah mobilised.
You enabled us to enhance our emergency response efforts , ensuring your donationsdelivered life-saving aid at a moment’s notice.
Your generosity provided not only immediate relief but also long-term empowerment, helping communities rebuild with dignity. Every number in this
report is a life Allah blessed through your hands.
Thank you.
4,517 47,430 191,447 1,000 708,582 WERE GIVEN SHELTER ASSISTED IN PEOPLE RECIEVED EID GIFTS WERE GIVEN DELIVERED EMERGENCY DISASTER ZONES QURBANI WHO TO CHILDREN FOOD AID RARELY TASTE MEAT
78,620 2,902 PEOPLE WERE GIVEN SUPPORTED INCOME WARMTH DURING WINTER GENERATING PROJECTS
400 16,213 112,514 SPONSORED MEDICAL SUPPORT PEOPLE WERE FAMILIES WAS GIVEN PROVIDED WITH ACCESS TO 43 MASAJID
21,857 1,042,337 3,800 HELPED WITH ASSISTED IN ORPHANS WERE CASH AID CONFLICT ZONES SPONSORED
121,420 633 PEOPLE WERE GIVEN BENEFITED FROM ACCESS TO SAFELY CATARACT SURGERY MANAGED WATER
732,582 21.66 ASSISTED IN MILLION LITRES OF RURAL AREAS SAFE DESALINATED WATER SUPPLIED
5,562 372,250 12,117 PROVIDED PEOPLE WERE FED PATIENTS BENEFITED EDUCATIONAL DURING RAMADAN FROM UPGRADED SUPPORT TO STUDENTS MEDICAL FACILITIES AND TEACHERS
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AMBASSADORS Yusuf Chambers Abdur-Raheem Mccarthy Fatlma Barkatulla Yusufchambers is a no¢able ligure in the Islamic comrnurdty, widety recogr#sed for his profound dedication to Da'wth humanitarian efforts. As a lowthrMJ member of the Islamic Education and Research ACadeY ISERAI. he has left frygett4e mwk on countless Iwe Abdur-Raheern Mccarthy embraced Islarn ui 1994. pursuing $151aM¢ Studies Sn before relocab'ng to Saudi Arabia to slu(ty the tljr'an. Tajweed. and ArabK. Hewas cepted into the Igamic UnweIsity of Madinah, where he graduated from the la(ulty ol Da'wah Usooi Adeen in 2006. &"ster Fatima is a re4)ected author, Islarnic SthdJr and thaplain who has Double Dist(tIOn Alirnwyèh degrees. Her Islamlc Èducation Sp5 morè than Iwo dècadès. She ha5 beth a kèy (ontributor 10 the (liscour5e surFounding Muslirn womÈn in theWesL appe9 on the BBC. Channèl 4 nd Iarn Chamd. For over %xyears. Yusuf hastravdled the world with One Llmmah. delNering Mt emergency aid to our tsothers gsters in need. Today. he is a dislinguished internation speaker. knwm lty his le(tures at glob corferences and events. and his Psentati$ on Peace TV. Huda TV and other plarforms. Abdur-Raheem Mccarthy has (dlaborated wrth several wominent Da'wah Ofgarmsation leing Isl&nic Stwjfjes in tba. She was a150 the diiedor of the biggest Mus'm wcrnen's ccnfwence in Europe and a Da'wah trainu lor tERA. In 2014, she wa5 awarded the Ikon Llkhwah Int. Award for her exCelrt Da'w ¥KI C(munity work. Yusha Evans As 8n internalirmal ¥er WNI Yusha has become a tsidge between cultwes and cunrnunities. He lourknl rnulbe Iarn television stslions in North America arnl delivered compdling lectures WK. exemplifying how personal ¥•rial grtJvth can transform understanding. cThnpassiM. and nterfaIth dialogue. He now seryesthe Islamic commuThty as a counsell(*. life coath. lecturer and catler to ISIn. Na'lma B. Robert The author of multicuttUTal literature. Na'irna B. Robert, is a150 one ofone Ummth supporters and the fwr¥Jef olSISTERS Magazine, a UK-based publicalon lor MLt5&"tn WLKneTr. OAN2vIS AMS RAMf4DAN2025 PAMWN2D23
OUR TRUSTEES
Sabahat Hussain
Saqib Sattar
Zakir Mahmoud
"He who alleviates the suffering of a brother out of the sufferings of the world, Allah would alleviate his suffering from the sufferings of the Day of Resurrection." [Sahih Muslim 2699]
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PALESTINE
THE WORST HUMANITARIAN CRISIS OF OUR LIFETIME
Your Life-Saving Aid Reached 866,932 Brothers and Sisters in Palestine.
The Situation
Since October 2023, Palestine has faced one of the worst
humanitarian crises in history. Over 60,000 people have been martyred, with at least 145,000 injured. Most of the victims are women and children. Entire families lie buried beneath the rubble. Others struggle to survive under siege with no food, clean water, or medical aid.
One Ummah’s Response
For over a decade, we’ve stood with Palestinian families through occupation, blockade, and bombardment. Our teams worked tirelessly this past year to address the most urgent needs. Our primary commitment was to sustain life itself and prevent starvation and thirst. Alhamdulillah, we distributed hundreds of thousands of hot meals and food packs, as well as over twenty million litres of clean water.
Over 90% of Gaza’s population has been displaced, often multiple
times. In the West Bank, violence and oppression continue daily, while generations of Palestinians in refugee camps remain stateless.
Basic vegetables cost hundreds of pounds. Medicine is gone. Food and clean water are scarce. Throughout all this suffering, your support has been a critical lifeline.
Protecting the most vulnerable was at the heart of our work, with a major focus on children and infants ensuring they received life-saving winter packs, baby kits and infant kits. From providing tents to thousands of hygiene and medical packs, our approach ensured comprehensive support for our Palestinian brothers and sisters.
IMPACT IN NUMBERS
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SYRIA
14 YEARS OF WAR-TORN SUFFERING
Your Life-Saving Aid Reached 479,920 Brothers and Sisters in Syria.
The Situation
Fourteen years of conflict have created one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises. Over half a million lives lost, over 14 million refugees have fled the country, and more than 7.2 million internally displaced. Today, 16.7 million people equivalent to 70% of Syria’s population need urgent aid, with 90% living in poverty.
The crisis has stolen childhoods. Over 7 million relying on humanitarian aid. Over 6 million need protection. 2.4 million children out of school. With 38% of hospitals and 47% of primary healthcare centres non-functional, children are more vulnerable to waterborne diseases, malnutrition, and exploitation.
One Ummah’s Response
One Ummah’s response in Syria addresses both the immediate devastation and the deep need for long-term recovery. Your support, an Amanah we hold sacred, enabled a multi-pronged approach.
We delivered life-saving sustenance through daily meals and food packs, constructed new homes and distributed winter survival kits, and protected the most vulnerable through orphan sponsorship.
By fulfilling the Sunnah of Aqiqah and Qurbani, together we’ve brought moments of joy and normality to families, while our distributions of Zakat and Eid gifts have provided both essential support and spiritual solidarity.
From securing basic survival needs to laying the foundations for sustainable rebuilding, our work is a continuous effort to help the Syrian people reclaim their dignity and future, Insha’Allah.
IMPACT IN NUMBERS
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LEBANON
A YEAR OF RELENTLESS SUFFERING
Your Life-Saving Aid Reached 105,400 Brothers and Sisters in Lebanon.
The Situation
Lebanon endured one of its most difficult years since the 2006 conflict. Daily airstrikes and shelling has resulted in over 1.6 million displaced. Over $14 billion in losses and two-thirds of housing in affected areas destroyed. Humanitarian access remains restricted, leaving thousands without shelter, food, or medical care.
The people of Lebanon face a major humanitarian crisis. The intensity of the destruction can only be compared to the devastation in Gaza. Many people, including refugees and asylum seekers are unable to meet their basic needs, and desperately rely on humanitarian aid to survive.
Their suffering isn’t slowing down, and their lives are at risk every single day.
One Ummah’s Response
Your support allowed One Ummah to act with compassion to fulfil the basic rights of our brothers and sisters: the right to sustenance, shelter, and dignity. Our efforts were strategically focused on providing immediate, life-saving relief to the most vulnerable people in disaster and conflict zones. This included a major distribution of food packs and hot meals, as well as hygiene packs, winter blankets, and mattresses.
Another core priority was the direct sponsorship of hundreds of orphans and vulnerable families. This provided them with not just financial stability, but also a sense of hope and belonging.
Your generosity extended to honouring the blessed Sunnah of Qurbani, providing nutritious meat to thousands, and ensured Zakat reached those most in need.
IMPACT IN NUMBERS
800 Orphan Sponsorships were supported
9,000 beneficiaries supported through Qurbani
2,000 Winter Packs were distributed
100 20 Family Sponsorships Qurbani were were supported carried out 1,250 5,700 Hot Meals Food Packs were served were distributed
2,000 Zakat Grants were distributed
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YEMEN THE FORGOTTEN CRISIS
Your Life-Saving Aid Reached 137,143 Brothers and Sisters in Yemen. ~~a~~
The Situation
A decade of conflict has escalated Yemen’s existing vulnerabilities into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. 18 million people, 11 million children, desperate need aid. Around 4.5 million people, 14% of the population are displaced, with most experiencing multiple displacements. Of those displaced, 80% are women and children.
Tens of thousands live in famine-like conditions, with 5 million more on the brink. In total, more than 80% of Yemenis live in poverty. The economy has more than halved since the start. Malnutrition rates among women and children are the highest in the world. Our worst nightmare is their daily reality.
One Ummah’s Response
One Ummah’s operations in Yemen strategically tackled the dual crises of food insecurity and the collapse of essential services. Understanding that hunger is a daily battle, we invested in sustainable solutions like community bakeries that feed thousands daily, while also providing essential food packs for immediate survival.
Our mission extended to protecting the most vulnerable, from protecting a generation of infants with vital baby kits, to restoring sight and independence through life-changing cataract surgeries. Through these efforts, and the blessed distributions of Qurbani and Zakat, we ensured your support delivered not just aid, but dignity, resilience, and a tangible path toward a brighter future.
IMPACT IN NUMBERS
100 Qur’an were distributed le 300 Orphan Sponsorships were supported 1,432 10,650 Hygiene Packs Food Packs were distributed were distributed ~ 450 125 Zakat Grants Qurbani were were distributed carried out
40,500 Baby Care Kits were distributed
133 Cataract Surgerie s were carried out
100,004 loaves of bread were distributed
5 Bakeries were supported
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AFRICA THE FORGOTTEN CONTINENT
Your Life-Saving Aid Reached 809,242 Brothers and Sisters in Africa.
Over 400 MILLION Africans —5% of the World’s Population—Live in Extreme Poverty.
Africa continues to bleed as the world ignores. The Ummah has faced wave after wave of hardship. From conflict to climate disasters, these overlapping emergencies have pushed communities to the edge, making Africa the poorest continent in the world. Yet, their cries are lost in the noise of a world that turns away.
67% of the world’s extremely poor live in Africa. More people lack access to safe drinking water than the entire USA population: 420 million. A continent that should thrive, fights to survive on less than £2 a day. They are trapped in crushing poverty, fighting an endless battle against war, famine, and disease, resulting in a severe food crisis that affects over 800 million people. Malaria and HIV/AIDS continue to infect communities.
Children in Africa are among those most at risk. With 40% of the continent’s population under 15 years old and 50 million orphans among them, an entire generation grows up knowing hunger, disease, and loss as their daily companions. By 2050, half of the 1 billion people in sub-Saharan Africa will be under 25, a population that is expected to double in size in that time. Disease outbreaks, malnutrition, and s endless cycles of conflict have created a vicious trap where each crisis compounds, leaving families with nowhere to turn, but to Allah and us, their Ummah.
As Muslims, the suffering of one part of our Ummah affects us all: “Muslims are like one body of a person; if the eye is sore, the whole body aches, and if the head aches, the whole body aches.” [Muslim, 2586].
One Ummah stands committed to expanding our humanitarian footprint across Africa, bringing not only life-saving aid but sustainable hope to the most vulnerable in the hardest-to-reach areas. No crisis is stronger than the collective compassion of the Ummah.
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Malawi
We addressed both urgent hunger and the foundations for a brighter future. We delivered life-saving food supplies and Zakat aid to stabilise families in crisis, while Qurbani distributions brought nourishment and celebration during Eid. Recognising education as a core Islamic obligation, we invested deeply in building schools, supporting teachers, and providing holistic care for orphans to secure the next generation’s future.
Uganda
One Ummah’s priority in Uganda was to address the severe hunger crisis and build foundational community resources. We launched a massive food distribution effort, providing tens of thousands of meals and food packs to stabilise families facing starvation. Alongside this, we installed numerous bore wells to secure a permanent supply of clean water, combatting waterborne diseases and freeing up time for children to pursue education instead of fetching water.
Our commitment extended to sustainable community health, installing solar-powered water systems and sanitation facilities to protect families from disease. Through these combined efforts, from immediate relief to long-term empowerment, we provided targeted support to the most vulnerable, ensuring your compassion built lasting resilience.
Kenya
Guided by the fundamental Islamic priorities of preserving life and upholding dignity, our response in Kenya focused on providing three essential pillars of support. First, we tackled the water crisis by installing numerous deep-capped borewells, securing a safe and reliable source of clean water for entire communities and protecting them from disease. Second, we blessed thousands with nutritious Qurbani meat, ensuring they could share in the joy and nourishment of Eid.
The third pillar was to strengthen Iman. We built several Masajid, providing tens of thousands of Muslims with a safe place for prayer, congregation, and learning. These core efforts were supported by additional aid, including food packs and the sponsorship of orphans and families, ensuring a holistic approach to alleviating suffering and fostering resilience.
We invested in the future by constructing multiple Masajid to serve as centres of faith and community. We also supported education by sponsoring a school and 195 teachers, ensuring that knowledge and Islamic values continue to guide the next generation. These core efforts were complemented by the distribution of Zakat and Qurbani meat, offering both financial dignity and nutritional support to the most vulnerable.
Tanzania
You helped us deliver immediate, life-sustaining aid to communities affected by poverty and climate disasters. Our primary effort was a large-scale distribution of food packs and hot meals to combat severe hunger, providing a critical lifeline for thousands of families. We also distributed Qurbani meat during Eid, and Zakat-based cash aid to offer families the nutrition and dignity to address their most pressing needs.
Beyond emergency relief, we invested in foundational community structures to foster long-term resilience. We constructed new Masajid and sponsored teachers to help secure the future of education. By addressing both the urgent crisis of hunger and the need for spiritual and educational support, our work provided a comprehensive response to Tanzania’s challenges.
Niger
Your support allowed us to answer the call of the hungry and thirsty. We delivered thousands of food packs to provide sustenance and immediate relief from the grip of hunger. Alongside this, the blessed distribution of Qurbani meat brought nourishment and joy to families in desperate need.
We also established sustainable sources of clean water through new bore wells, an ongoing Sadaqah Jariyah. Furthermore, we distributed your Zakat and gifted livestock to families as a means of building sustainable livelihood, helping them regain their dignity and self-sufficiency by the permission of Allah.
One Ummah also carried out life-saving projects in Sudan, Somalia, Sierra Leone, Morocco and Mauritania.
IMPACT IN NUMBERS
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BANGLADESH LIFE UNDER SIEGE
Your Life-Saving Aid Reached 55,015 Brothers and Sisters in Bangladesh.
The Situation
One Ummah’s Response
In Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, over one million Rohingya Muslims have sought refuge from persecution. Denied citizenship and fleeing violence, they now reside in the world’s largest refugee camp.
Bangladesh is the third most vulnerable country to natural disasters. In 2024, Cyclone Remal devastated coastal regions, affecting 18 million people and destroying over 35,000 homes. Subsequent monsoons triggered four major disasters, flooding 300,000 hectares of farmland, displacing 415,000 people and disrupting education for over 1.7 million children.
One Ummah reached thousands in Bangladesh with life-saving aid. A country ravaged by cyclones and floods, our primary efforts focused on large-scale emergency sustenance and shelter, delivering thousands of hot meals and food packs to displaced families, and constructing/fixing homes and shelters to provide safety.
Another top priority was to establish life-sustaining infrastructure. We installed hundreds of deep well tubes and hand pumps and provided targeted cash aid and Zakat distributions to offer flexibility and dignity in recovery. Alongside these broad initiatives, we distributed Qurbani, supported the disabled, and ran niche transformative projects like a dedicated cooking school and vocational training in graphic design and tailoring.
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PAKISTAN FLOODED WITH HARDSHIP
Your Life-Saving Aid Reached 151,202 Brothers and Sisters in Pakistan.
The Situation
Climate issues, conflict and economic collapse have created urgent humanitarian needs across Pakistan. From the deadly flash floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to record-breaking heatwaves exceeding 48°C in Karachi, millions continue to suffer. The monsoon season affected over 3 million people and submerging 200,000 acres of vital cropland.
Bridges, roads, and schools were swept away, and flash floods and disease outbreaks caused further devastation.
17 million people have been pushed into severe hunger. Crop failures from both floods and extreme heat, combined with inflation and disrupted supply chains, only make the crisis worse. Malnutrition rates increased, especially among children under five and expectant mothers. Meanwhile, hosting millions of Afghan refugees has stretched Pakistan’s fragile humanitarian resources even further.
One Ummah’s Response
Despite the overwhelming crisis, you empowered One Ummah to rebuild hope for Pakistan. Our priority was to provide immediate, large-scale stabilisation while laying foundations for long-term recovery. Your support enabled a massive response to the most urgent needs: sustaining millions through essential food packs and hot meals as well as securing clean water for communities.
We also placed a high importance on medical projects; sponsoring patients, providing medicine to thousands, performing hundreds of cataract surgeries and upgrading a hospital. Beyond physical needs, we strengthened the Iman of thousands by building 15 Masajid *- , . Alhamdulillah. Cash aid and livelihood projects brought about self-reliance, and we protected orphans and widows as well as shielding families from the winter cold.
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EMERGENCY APPEAL AN UMMAH IN CRISIS Sudan
Bangladesh
Situation:
Situation:
Sudan plunged into one of the world’s worst humanitarian emergencies during our 24/25 reporting period, as the war between rival armed forces shattered lives and destroyed livelihoods across the nation. The crisis left more than 24 million people facing acute food insecurity, with millions experiencing Emergency and Catastrophe levels of hunger. The conflict displaced over 11 million within Sudan’s borders, whilst forcing another two million to flee the country, creating the world’s largest displacement crisis. Tens of thousands were killed in combat, and the widespread collapse of essential services combined with severely restricted humanitarian access left families fighting for survival under the constant and growing threat of famine.
Throughout mid-2024, Bangladesh was devastated by widespread monsoon flooding, particularly in Sylhet, Sunamganj, and the northern districts, displacing hundreds of thousands and submerging vast swathes of critical farmland. Major rivers burst their banks, causing catastrophic damage to homes, schools, and health facilities, while severely disrupting livelihoods and contaminating water supplies. According to the Government of Bangladesh and humanitarian assessments, over 3 million people were affected, with many communities facing acute food insecurity and heightened risk of waterborne disease outbreaks. In response to this crisis, our teams prioritised immediate humanitarian needs, delivering urgent emergency assistance to the most vulnerable.
One Ummah’s Priorities:
Food Security: Distributing essential food packages to isolated rural communities cut off from supply chains.
One Ummah’s Priorities:
Restore Dignity: Ensuring the survival and dignity of affected families, women, men, and children, amid the flooding crisis.
Emergency Response: Delivering urgent food assistance to the most vulnerable populations, including displaced families, malnourished children, and those in famine-affected areas.
Increase Impact: To increase our work in Sudan, particularly for those who have been directly affected by the war.
Food Assistance: Regular distribution of hot meals, dry rations, and essential food packages to combat hunger and malnutrition.
Hygiene Kits: Critical supplies to prevent waterborne disease outbreaks and maintain health in flood-affected areas.
Your Impact:
Your Impact:
One Ummah’s efforts in Sudan have reached 3,900 families, totalling 19,500 beneficiaries.
Your support allowed One Ummah to help 25,690 people in need in Bangladesh. 3,418 food packages distributed, providing essential nutrition to 17,090 people 8,500 hot meals served to 8,500 people in z . J - * a need of immediate food assistance 100 hygiene kits delivered to protect Ces . } ee = 100 individuals from waterborne diseases. i * “=e = a
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tae, ae La pol et eeSh5 Fel| eee SF “Sete, oe eee AT a aie reat iat s a Pete Sms pen ry ares ~~ ae Gaza Lebanon Situation: Situation: 2a ee es pean! {3 = Peet iat - a va Seen -es Oe hee b= Stax an—epeeiris Gaza has been subjected to prolonged siege and intense conflict, ts eeo e aeAgta oeam RennSe Teae Between April 2024 and March 2025, Lebanon faced one of its most Sere5pemess< NEES Seat leaving civilians trapped with severely restricted access to food, clean challenging periods in decades, as the country’s prolonged economic water, healthcare, and safe shelter. Widespread destruction of homes s — collapse, political instability, and fragile public services were pees ee ae eek pe en seen sng Te s st a ee = te and vital infrastructure, combined with blocked supply routes and compounded by an escalation of hostilities in October 2024. ra we overcrowded displacement conditions, has pushed families into a as ae SR een etree “a, extreme hardship, hunger, and preventable illness. Children, women, and the elderly have been particularly affected, facing acute shortages of 7 = Se Se:ee The conflict triggered mass internal displacement, worsened already dire living conditions, and pushed large segments of the population adi ies ae<aA rs SecVee ‘ aa ata ™ =. ys “: nutrition, clean water, and protection from harsh weather. In this context of sustained deprivation and fear, One Ummah delivered a life-saving, at w a aea _ ~~) into acute poverty and food insecurity. an MON 7 multi-sector humanitarian response to preserve life, dignity, and resilience 3 2 = ar =iES— gs One Ummah’s Priorities: 7.REkeSoSeatRS oa+m tA tos.Maeeee oe ae for families enduring siege conditions. Food Security and Nutrition: Regular distribution of food packages, ae . = ‘ Sees oe ‘ - Spy eee5 ae = aS: Your Impact: : , =i_ fas <6"aL"essoe as2 SASt=".. a5 Py- Sinsaihe alsf hot meals, and fresh meat to meet daily nutritional needs for vulnerable families and displaced persons. = J eraxe ntay EASere ~s aN-aa et= ~ oex ™Mi -esa or a : ee os ae Te fe In Gaza, a comprehensive, life-saving humanitarian response was 5 > =) oeaea 7ae 5s” delivered across food security, health and hygiene, water, shelter, ‘ 3 ap aha=e Orphan Care and Family Support: TE ‘Kina f TMA see Sponsorship programmes and special Ses ae Sa oe ee 4 = Ze ee eet and winterisation, reaching a total of 866,932 beneficiaries through events providing long-term care, stability, and hope for orphaned children Ags . » an =, © a fe. ¥ emergency and conflict-response programming. and struggling families. Lin ee ve Ss me ts ate ven” 4 Food Security and Nutrition: I a5 Large-scale food assistance was delivered to PoP:miSeean >. eaevl=a =) Bee- Winter Relief and Hygiene: & “nm.ee \iers &rae aay, Winter packages (including warm clothing and AO, We o e ” SSN R e ema oer 8¥'%5—aE ieswae | - address acute hunger and malnutrition through the distribution of 112,011 heating supplies), mattresses, and hygiene kits to protect families from et os 5 age i.; food packs, 21,680 adult care and food packs, 153,402 freshly cooked hot ; ear« -—Aee fae or harsh conditions and prevent disease. a Se ey hea s. - .Sheee fe ee = meals, 7,900 combined vegetable, food pack and hot meal distributions, ie StreePopes Pes: ae ; SeaSee a a e Ap e e of aS Se, Nara a and 16,000 vegetable packs. Integrated multi-sector assistance combined a Emergency Financial Aid: Zakat grants delivering urgent cash relief to the food support with baby care items, children’s winter clothing, and cooked pm most vulnerable households facing immediate crises. ss e e ie O gn eee ag. ey meals. During Eid al-Adha, 10 Qurbani animals were distributed, ensuring access to fresh meat for vulnerable households. ‘ 05 bseif fl isis aes Qurbani Distribution: ae wae Petes Sacrificial meat from large animals distributed | an a ea — ca oes y e f SRNWn hsNOT W L a r leae poeMR ys,neathtd eoak tee He ep ap BAS Ap during religious festivals, providing nutritious protein and festive sera fg Health, Hygiene and Child Care: i ran To reduce disease risk and support Pe rs ) tip» ~~ nourishment to families in need. =. ls 355 ne A eae = dignity in overcrowded conditions, 17,280 hygiene packs and 8,217 Pe 7) as ce a rate “ ef act a, a et a - ieee =. Ce‘os ay mn<~ 5 re aor medical and sanitation packs were distributed. Maternal and child health Your Impact: 4 ser ti < sr ae Ce L. needs were prioritised through the provision of 114,368 baby and infant Your support allowed One Ummah to help 105,400 people in need in care kits, alongside an additional 2,000 infant care kits. Seasonal support ry “of man at oe. om ~~| a Lebanon. te Te ene “ Sas MU vr Si Is gh er included 1,450 sets of Eid clothing and 800 Eid gift packages for children, helping to support psychosocial wellbeing during religious festivities. eee Food Security and Nutrition: Sens Families facing severe food shortages were (ie ees : i supported through the distribution of 8,050 food packages, reaching Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH): anesa Critical access to safe drinking Sten. 40,250 people, alongside 7,000 hot meals serving 35,000 people. - - Mm —~ 7 oo Me ‘ents “wy. — ou er “J - water was maintained through large-scale water desalination and | -% foehae! ~RSS tak ien!"7h at ek hee AA eee aE distribution, ensuring sustained water supply in densely populated a ‘a i) In addition, meat assistance was provided through 20 Qurbani animals, displacement and urban areas where water infrastructure had been - cos- < —> Tre!a oo a;ae ~ benefiting 9,000 people, in addition to 150 meat distributions reaching “oo _ieee7 eae ieee ites ae ct severely damaged. 2 a further 750 beneficiaries. " a iid yt ia 1 ae > tom Ls ran sais ir G - : HAY, oe Shelter and Winterisation: Emergency shelter assistance included the ~ Child Welfare and Family Support: F * a = Long-term care and protection were ma ro oe So ey es eee = Seed vi Sa Rip Ci getsag elas, rai provision of 200 tents for displaced families. Winterisation support was strengthened through the sponsorship of 800 orphans, supporting 3,200 see aN delivered through 11,200 winter items (including blankets, sleeping kits, i 7-My ie!=a ay:aes eee children, alongside 100 vulnerable families, reaching 2,000 people. ” is, ee “1 ax! @ and children’s winter clothing) and 5,000 winter packs, protecting ee:. An orphan support event further provided care and psychosocial ees te. INT fae Sees sy beet? vulnerable households from harsh weather conditions. «ha See support to 800 children. rva> See eS Bette se al | ae Together, these integrated interventions addressed immediate survival = batt ara ets. ate ie: ees. Winter Relief: io yeise Protection from harsh winter conditions was delivered oakter tonPty aac.eF LasF= ae page7agen ta :® 27, 2. eeb4 ies | needs while upholding dignity and resilience for families living under through 2,000 winter packages containing clothing and heating supplies, Tak Ts . ert, EF eae ra On)ae Sirahae ie siege in Gaza, across food security, health and hygiene, water access, supporting 10,000 people, alongside the distribution of 2,000 mattresses, shelter, and seasonal protection. ensuring safe and dignified rest for 2,000 individuals. ; ral Pathe a
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WINTER
KEEPING THE UMMAH WARM ‘
Your contributions kept 78,620 people warm throughout devastating winter conditions.
Winter is a deadly season for the Ummah across many 2 continents. The cold can be more deadly than hunger, : * * sd and in many regions, millions of people are fighting ; : os ne - both. Countless families without shelter, warmth or e ° ¥ protection face sub-zero temperatures with nothing ss but their Du’a. .®
2 150 million people face homelessness during the cold winter months; pe 5 million lives are lost every year. Winter doesn’t just bring cold, but fear. Widows hold their children tight, trembling with each breath. Children have no choice but to sleep on frozen ground, not knowing if they’ll survive the night. The cold is their enemy, but the Ummah can be their warmth.
The Prophet Muhammad said: “The believer’s shade on the Day of Resurrection will be his charity.” – [Musnad Ahmad, 23490].
Your donations have provided that much-needed shade, bringing life-saving warmth to those in desperate need.
Through your support, we delivered thousands of blankets, sleeping kits and children’s winter clothing, each item shielding the Ummah against the biting cold. Our winter packs were filled with essentials for survival, as well as winter food packs and educational kits for children. May Allah accept your kindness and multiply your reward.
IMPACT IN NUMBERS
11,200 sleeping kits were distributed
11,200 children’s winter clothes were distributed
5,000 heating fuel refills were provided
4,000 blankets were distributed 836 winter relief packages were distributed
10,500 winter packs were distributed 200 emergency tents were provided
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You provided safe water access to over 121,000 people and delivered millions of litres of emergency desalinated water in Gaza.
Every 90 seconds, a child dies from diseases caused by dirty water. 2.2 billion people, more than a quarter of the world struggle to find safe drinking water each day. 3.5 billion people lack access to safely managed sanitation. In scorching climates where temperatures regularly exceed 40°C, women and children walk 6-8 hours a day across some of the most dangerous terrain t o carry contaminated water that might kill their families.
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The Prophet Muhammad said:
“Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim.” [Ibn Majah, 224]
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Your generosity provided educational support and a brighter future to 4,472 children.
Over 250 million children worldwide are out of school. Conflict, displacement, and disaster have forced children out of classrooms, leaving them vulnerable to poverty, exploitation, and despair. Sub-Saharan Africa and Central/Southern Asia account for 188 million of the 250 million children out of school.
But these children are not just statistics. They are the future of our Ummah. Islam places immense value on education, and every child deserves the chance to learn critical skills to escape the cycle of poverty.
Education has a profound impact on generations to come. To deny a child education is to deny them dignity, opportunity, and the tools to rise above hardship. That’s why One Ummah has made education a cornerstone of our mission , working for over a decade to bring learning to crisis-hit nations where hope is scarce and classrooms are empty. We want to ensure that all children have the chance to go to school and become proficient in reading and writing as adults.
Alhamdulillah, your generosity has transformed futures. You’ve helped us provide over 1,540 school resources, giving thousands of children a safe space to learn. You’ve also sponsored 575 teachers and 339 Imams, ensuring Islamic values remain at the heart of every lesson. We ran training workshops to empower educators and uplift entire communities, as well as providing thousands of meals, so no child learns on an empty stomach. And through your support, One Ummah sponsored an entire school, helping them build and improve for the future.
Education is more than books and classrooms though, it’s a shield against ignorance, a path to self-reliance, and a means of worship when rooted in Islamic values. With every child who learns to read, write, and recite Qur’an, you are planting seeds of change.
May Allah accept your giving, multiply your reward, and continue to use you as a means of mercy for the Ummah.
Let’s keep building futures, one child, one classroom, one prayer at a time.
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Your Qurbani donations provided fresh meat to 191,447 people who hadn’t tasted meat all year.
Eid is a time when Muslim communities from around the world come together and celebrate. A time of joy. But the fact is, Eid is the opposite for hundreds of millions of people. Around 600 million people in Muslim majority countries battle hunger. They don’t know if they’ll be able to feed their families. Even when they do eat, meat is a luxury that may only come once or twice a year. Your Qurbani meat is their only taste of Eid, and a lifeline for thousands.
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Worldwide, 2.4 billion people, nearly one out of three people , battle some form of hunger. Among them, 870 million endure severe hunger, their bodies failing as t hey struggle to find even basic food. This is a crisis that affects every continent.
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CHARITY FROM THE HEART
Your Zakat Grants Reached 21,857 People in Need.
Your Zakat: A Sacred Trust Fulfilled
Where Your Zakat Made the Difference
“And establish prayer and give Zakat, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves – you will find it with Allah...” [2:110]
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MASAJID
Alhamdulillah, your support helped One Ummah build 43 Masajid .
Building Houses of Allah
A Masjid stands as the beating heart of every Muslim community, where believers gather for prayer, children learn Qur’an, and families find refuge. Yet across the world, our brothers and sisters walk miles to reach the nearest place of worship, or worse, have no Masjid at all. In refugee camps, remote villages, and forgotten corners of the world, Muslims long for a space where they can prostrate before our Rabb in congregation.
Your Reward Multiplies with Every Prayer
The ripple effects extend beyond Salah. These Masajid serve as community centres during emergencies, shelters during disasters, and schools for the next generation. Through your ongoing support, we will continue building foundations for faith that will strengthen the Ummah for generations to come, Insha’Allah.
Each Masjid typically accommodates around 100–200 worshippers at a time, but serves as a community hub for surrounding villages and neighbourhoods. Across the year, the 43 Masajid constructed or rehabilitated supported an estimated 112,514 people through daily prayers, Jumu’ah, Qur’an classes, community gatherings, and emergency use – an average community reach of around 2,600 people per Masjid.
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ORPHANS CHILDREN OF THE UMMAH
You sponsored 3,800 orphans throughout the past 12 months.
Orphans hold a sacred place in Islam.
The Qur’an commands us to care for them as our own, and Allah chose His final Messenger, an orphan himself, to remind us of their honour.
Neglecting orphans is a sign of disbelief:
“Have you seen the one who denies the Recompense? That is the one who drives away the orphan.” — [Surah Al-Ma’un: 1–2].
These are lives. These are children who deserve dignity, mercy, and a future.
Alhamdulillah, through your generosity and the Mercy of Allah, One Ummah sponsored 3,800 orphans in crisis-hit countries. We provided them with nutritious food, clean water, clothing, education, medical care and emotional support. Your sponsorship is more than just aid, it’s a lifeline, and a source of hope for a real future.
Orphans are our responsibility as Muslims. The future of the Ummah lies in their hands. We must continue to honour them, protect them, and raise them with love, for the sake of Allah and the legacy of his beloved Messenger.
Across the world, 153 million children live without the protection of
parents. 132 million of them are in poverty-stricken nations, where losing a parent often means losing access to food, shelter, safety, and love. 18 million have lost both parents. Every day, 5,700 more children are orphaned, and 15,000 children under five die, many without anyone to care for them. These are not just numbers.
The Prophet n said:
“Myself and the caretaker of an orphan will be in Paradise like this,” and he held his two fingers together. Sahih Al-Bukhari
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OBJECTS, STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
OUR LEGAL OBJECTS
One Ummah is an international humanitarian aid and development organisation.
In its previous incarnation, One Ummah Charity was established in 2013 and registered on 20th December 2013. A constitution governed it as an unincorporated association.
The charity was incorporated into a new Charitable Incorporated Organisation (‘the new CIO’). The assets and liabilities belonging to the charity were transferred to the new CIO (effective from 2nd August 2016), and the charity formerly known as “One Ummah Charity” was renamed “One Ummah”. The charity ceased to operate on 31st December 2016 and was removed from the Register of Charities (‘the Register’). Since its registration, the new CIO has been known as “One Ummah” (1168565).
The Constitution defines One Ummah’s objects as being: a) To assist in the prevention or relief of poverty worldwide by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need, charities or other organisations working to prevent poverty.
b) The advancement of the Islamic religion for the benefit of the public in areas of poverty and hardship.
c) To advance education by providing financial or other assistance for the benefit of the public in areas of poverty and hardship.
d) To advance health by providing financial or other assistance, including medicines, hospitals, and other means, in each case, for the public benefit anywhere in the world.
TRUSTEES AND ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE
The Board of Trustees (herein also called “Trustees” or “The Trustees”) directs and oversees One Ummah per its statutory obligations and policies. Focusing on strategic planning and governance, the Board also sets priorities and objectives to alleviate poverty and its underlying causes.
The Board of Trustees appraises the performance of the Senior Management Team (SMT) against both strategic and operational objectives through reports, meetings and other interventions as required. The Trustees also approve new policies and procedures.
When new trustees are appointed, they are given a formal induction to the work of One Ummah and provided with the information they need to fulfil their roles, which includes information about the part of trustees and Charity Law. New trustees are nominated by members of the Board of Trustees, interviewed by a panel of three trustees and appointed where they have the necessary skills to contribute to One Ummah management and development.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for One Ummah’s strategic direction, ensuring compliance and acting on behalf of the Trustees. The Senior Management Team (SMT) headed by the CEO is responsible for implementing the strategic and operational plan and the day-to-day management of One Ummah.
RISK MANAGEMENT
As part of the initial activity evaluation and implementation, all major undertakings undergo a risk assessment phase, where potential risks are identified, ranked, evaluated and mitigated.
Significant risks, for this purpose, are those that may have a considerable effect on:
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Achievement of our aims and objectives
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Meeting the expectations of our beneficiaries or supporters
The Trustees assess these risks regularly to ensure sufficient risk management procedures and systems are in place. Insurance coverage is obtained when deemed necessary.
The following framework is central to ensuring a valid risk assessment procedure:
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Regular monitoring of significant risks and development of action plans
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Embedding risk identification and assessment within operating procedures
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A clear structure of delegated authority and control
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Review of crucial systems and procedures through internal audit arrangements
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Income and profit targets for trading and fundraising activities
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Regular summary reports on risk management submitted to the Board of Trustees for review
100% DONATION POLICY
One Ummah operates a 100% donation policy. We highly value the trust of our supporters and assure you that every penny you generously donate is dedicated solely to the cause or project you have chosen to support. We will never allocate project funds towards administrative expenses, marketing efforts, or generating additional funds.
It is important to note that any unavoidable online transaction charges by third-party gateways are deducted before the donation reaches us.
An example of our 100% donation policy is if you give £100 towards school supplies, the entire £100 donation will go towards the school supplies and ensure they are received by the beneficiaries. Our donors can trust that One Ummah exercises complete diligence in how we allocate funds under the donors’ specific preferences and intentions.
One Ummah sources funding for administrative expenses from the following channels:
Admin Fund: A specific fund where donations can be made directly towards the administration costs.
Gift Aid: Any gift aid claimed on donations may be used for administration costs.
Textile Recycling: One Ummah maintains clothing banks where textiles are collected and recycled to raise funds.
Sponsors: We acquire sponsorship deals to increase the charity’s exposure and generate funds.
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REPORTING PUBLIC BENEFIT
The Trustees confirm that they have read the Commission’s Guidance on Public Benefit (including PB1, PB2, PB3). One Ummah complies with the public benefit requirement under the Charities Act 2011. Our work only involves activities that advance our charitable goals and benefit the public. This can be seen in the many humanitarian activities highlighted in this report, e.g. emergency aid or education support, which helps people by saving lives, reducing poverty and providing means for educational advancement.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
During the year, the charity raised income of £24.4m (2024: £30.2m) and incurred expenditure £29.4m (2024: £27.2m). The carry forward reserves stand at £8.9m (2024: £13.8m) of which £8.3m (2024: £13.2m) relates to restricted funds and £571k (2024: £669k) relates to unrestricted general reserves. The reason for the high restricted funds at year-end (£8.3m) was due to the high level of donations received (£6.2m) in Ramadan prior to the end of the financial year. These funds will be spent in the following financial year.
RESERVE POLICY
One Ummah has a policy that sets the level of general reserves to meet our operating expenses in the event of a sudden drop in income or the incurring of unexpected expenditures. We constantly review this policy, assessing risks and reflecting on changes in factors such as income and our financial obligations and commitments. This assessment was carried out in 2023, and the current target level of reserves of six months of the core operational budget was deemed sufficient. These funds are held in contemporary and medium-term cash forms.
TRUSTEES’ RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Trustees are responsible for preparing an Annual Report and financial statements following applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 102: The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
The law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year, which give an accurate and fair view of the state of affairs of One Ummah and the incoming resources and their application for that period.
IN PREPARING THESE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, THE TRUSTEES’ RESPONSIBILITIES ARE:
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Select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently.
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Observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP.
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Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and diligent.
• State whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.
• Prepare the financial statements on an ongoing concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping sufficient accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of One Ummah and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of One Ummah and hence, for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
The Trustees are responsible for maintaining the integrity of the corporate and financial information on the One Ummah website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.
The Trustees declare that they have read, understand and approved the report.
Signed on behalf of The Trustees,
Sabahat Hussain, Trustee 15th January 2026
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Annual Trustee Report for Year Ended 31st March 2025
Registered Charity Name One Ummah
Charity Registered Number
1168565
Trustees
Mr Sabahat Hussain Mr Saqib Sattar Mr Zakir Mahmoud
Chief Executive Officer
Mr Riszwan Rehman
Registered Office
136 Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2ED
Independent Auditors
Lyons & Co Ltd, 23 Yarm Road, Stockton on Tees, TS18 3NJ
Bankers
Barclays Bank PLC Unit 1, Centre Mall, Middlesbrough, TS1 2NR
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF
ONE UMMAH CHARITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of One Ummah Charity for the year ended 31 March 2025 which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities, the Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement and notes to the financial statements, including significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including FRS 102. The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
In our opinion, the financial statements:
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give a true and fair view of the state of the charity's affairs as at 31 March 2025 and of its incoming resources and application of resources for the year then ended;
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have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; and
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have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011.
Basis for opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the Charity in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of financial statements in the UK, including the FRC's Ethical Standard and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis of our opinion.
Conclusions relating to going concern
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the trustees use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.
Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the entity's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least 12 months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.
Our responsibilities of the trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.
Other information
The other information comprises the information included in the annual report, including the trustees' report, other than the financial statements and our auditor's report thereon. The trustees are responsible for the other information contained within the annual report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF ONE UMMAH CHARITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Other information (Cont.)
Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially, inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.
We have nothing to report in this regard.
Matters on which we are required to report by exception
We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to where the Charities Act 2011 require us to report to you if, in our opinion:
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the information given in the Trustees Report is inconsistent in any material respect with the financial statements, or sufficient accounting records have not been kept; or
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adequate and proper accounting records have not been kept, or returns adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us; or
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the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns; or
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we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit.
Responsibilities of trustees
As explained more fully in the trustees' responsibilities statement set out in Schedule 1, the trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are responsible for assessing the company's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists.
Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.
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Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements (cont.)
Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below:
We identified areas of laws and regulations that could reasonably be expected to have a material effect on the financial statements from our sector experience through discussion with the Officers and other management (as required by auditing standards).
We had regard to laws and regulations in areas that directly affect the financial statements including financial reporting and taxation legislation. We considered that extent of compliance with those laws and regulations as part of our procedures on the related financial statement items.
With the exception of any known or possible non-compliance, and as required by auditing standards, our work in respect of these was limited to enquiry of the Officers.
We communicated identified laws and regulations throughout our team and remained alert to any indications of non-compliance throughout the audit.
We addressed the risk of fraud through management override of controls, by testing the appropriateness of journal entries and other adjustments; assessing whether the judgements made in making accounting estimates are indicative of a potential bias; and evaluating the business rationale of any significant transactions that are unusual or outside the normal course of business.
A further description of our responsibilities is available on the Financial Reporting Council’s website at: www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our auditor’s report.
Lyons & Co Ltd is eligible for appointment as auditor of the charity by virtue of its eligibility for appointment as auditor of a company under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011.
Use of our report
This report is made solely to the charity's trustees, as a body, in accordance with section 144 of the Charities Act 2011. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charity's trustees those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charity's trustees as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.
John Lyons, Bsc FCA Senior Statutory Auditor On behalf of Lyons & Co Ltd Statutory Auditors
23 Yarm Road Stockton-on-Tees TS18 3NJ
15th January 2026
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ONE UMMAH CHARITY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
(INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
| Income from: Donations Total Income Expenditure on: Raising funds Charitable activities Total expenditure Net Income / (Expenditure) Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
Restricted Funds £ 19,788,359 19,788,359 - 24,658,268 24,658,268 (4,869,909) 13,154,903 8,284,994 |
Unrestricted Funds £ 4,620,272 4,620,272 1,844,665 2,872,886 4,717,551 (97,279) 668,728 571,449 |
31/03/2024 £ £ 24,408,631 30,195,330 24,408,631 30,195,330 1,844,665 2,892,763 27,531,154 24,310,462 29,375,819 27,203,225 (4,967,188) 2,992,105 13,823,631 10,831,526 8,856,443 13,823,631 Total Funds Total Funds 31/03/2025 |
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ONE UMMAH CHARITY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT)
| Income from: Donations Total Income Expenditure on: Raising funds Charitable activities Total expenditure Net Income / (Expenditure) Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
Restricted Funds £ 28,798,173 28,798,173 2,892,763 23,226,525 26,119,288 2,678,885 10,476,018 13,154,903 |
Unrestricted Funds £ 1,397,157 1,397,157 - 1,083,937 1,083,937 313,220 355,508 668,728 |
£ 30,195,330 30,195,330 2,892,763 24,310,462 27,203,225 2,992,105 10,831,526 13,823,631 31/03/2024 Total Funds |
01/04/2023 £ 21,723,002 21,723,002 2,512,691 14,213,587 16,726,278 4,996,724 5,834,802 10,831,526 Total Funds |
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ONE UMMAH CHARITY
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2025
| 31/03/2025 | 31/03/2024 | ||
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| Notes | £ | £ | |
| Fixed assets | |||
| Tangible assets | 7 | 62,646 | 69,528 |
| Intangible assets | 8 | 5,955 | 9,526 |
| Current assets | 68,601 | 79,054 | |
| Debtors | 9 | 2,786,071 | 1,108,984 |
| Cash and bank | 6,453,007 | 13,595,237 | |
| Total current assets | 9,239,078 | 14,704,221 | |
| Liabilities | |||
| Creditors: amounts falling due | |||
| within one year | 10 | (451,236) | (959,644) |
| 8,856,443 | 13,823,631 | ||
| Funds of the charity | |||
| Restricted | 3 | 8,284,994 | 13,154,903 |
| Unrestricted | 3 | 571,449 | 668,728 |
| Total funds | 8,856,443 | 13,823,631 |
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 15th January 2026 and were signed on its behalf by:
Mr S Hussain Trustee Charity No. 1168565
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ONE UMMAH CHARITY
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2024
| Fixed assets Tangible assets Intangible assets Current assets Debtors Cash and bank Total current assets Liabilities Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Funds of the charity Restricted Unrestricted Total funds |
31/03/2024 £ 69,528 9,526 79,054 1,108,984 13,595,237 14,704,221 (959,644) 13,823,631 13,154,903 668,728 13,823,631 |
31/03/2023 £ 32,669 13,097 45,766 1,357,037 10,104,900 11,461,937 (676,177) 10,831,526 10,476,018 355,508 10,831,526 |
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ONE UMMAH CHARITY
CASH FLOW STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
| Note Cash flows from operating activities: Cash generated from operations 1 Cash flows from investing activities: Purchase of tangible fixed assets Net cash movement in year Change in cash and cash equivalents in the reporting period Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the reporting period Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the reporting period Notes to the cash flow statement 1 Reconciliation of net income/(expenditure) to net cash flow from operating activities Net income for the reporting period (as per statement of financial activities) Adjustments for: Depreciation charges Reduction(increase) in debtors Increase/(reduction) in creditors Net cash provided by operating activities |
31/03/2025 £ (7,128,225) (14,005) (7,142,230) (7,142,230) 13,595,237 6,453,007 31/03/2025 £ (4,967,188) 24,458 (1,677,087) (508,408) (7,128,225) |
31/03/2024 £ 3,542,846 (52,509) 3,490,337 3,490,337 10,104,900 13,595,237 31/03/2024 £ 2,992,105 19,221 248,053 283,467 3,542,846 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1 Accounting policies
Basis of accounting
The financial statements of the charitable organisation, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, 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 the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 ' The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at cost or transaction values unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy note
The financial statements are prepared in sterling which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £1.
Going Concern
The trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future at the time of approving the financial statements. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
Turnover
Turnover represents all income to the charity, the majority of which is donations.
Income
All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy and there is certainty of receipt.
Gift aid
Gift aid recoverable under the gift aid scheme is recognised where there is an entitlement, certainty of receipt and the amount can be measure with sufficient reliability. Where a claim for repayment of income tax has been or will be made, such income is included in the debtors amount if not received by the year end.
Expenditure
Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life:
Fixtures and fittings 25% p.a on reducing balance Plant and equipment 25% p.a on reducing balance
Intangible fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life:
Lease premium Over 7 years on straight line basis
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1 Accounting policies - continued
Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due and prepayments are valued at the amounts prepaid.
Creditors
Creditors are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors are normally recognised at their settlement amount after allowing for any trade discounts.
Taxation
The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.
Value added tax is not recoverable by the charity and as such is included in the relevant costs in the statement of financial activities.
Critical accounting estimates and judgement
Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. The charity makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future. Depreciation is calculated based on the estimated expected useful life of the assets and reviewed annually to confirm basis it still appropriate.
The resulting accounting estimates and assumptions will, by definition, seldom equal the related actual results.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted general funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees and which have not been designated for other purposes. Restricted funds can be only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included on pages 10 and 11
Volunteers
The value of services provided by the volunteers is difficult to put a monetary value on and therefore has not been included in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS102).
Pension Costs
The charity operates a defined contribution scheme.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1 Accounting policies - continued
| Restricted Funds | |
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| Fund | Description |
| Administration | To assist with the running of the charity |
| Afghanistan | Supports life-saving humanitarian assistance and targeted development projects |
| aimed at strengthening community resilience in Afghanistan. | |
| Africa | Delivers critical relief and longer-term development initiatives across African |
| countries, helping communities improve stability and access to essential | |
| services. | |
| Bangladesh | Funds humanitarian support and development projects that address poverty, |
| disaster risk, and community wellbeing in Bangladesh. | |
| Education | Provides access to quality education through school support, learning materials, |
| teacher development, and initiatives that improve long-term learning outcomes. | |
| Emergency Aid | Enables rapid mobilisation of aid during crises, ensuring affected communities |
| receive immediate support such as shelter, food, and medical assistance. | |
| Family Sponsorship | Offers sustained financial support to vulnerable families, helping them meet |
| essential needs while building pathways towards greater stability and dignity. | |
| Global Children's Fund | Supports vulnerable children worldwide with programmes focused on welfare, |
| education, and long-term development opportunities. | |
| Global Food Aid | Provides regular and emergency food assistance to food-insecure families, |
| reducing malnutrition and supporting household coping capacities. | |
| Global Orphan Fund | Ensures orphaned children access consistent care, education, and emotional |
| support, helping them develop securely and confidently. | |
| Homes | Funds the construction and rehabilitation of safe, dignified housing for families |
| living in inadequate or damaged shelters. | |
| Lebanon | Supports relief efforts and development projects aimed at addressing socio- |
| economic hardship and improving access to essential services in Lebanon. | |
| Masjid | Funds the construction and maintenance of mosques, supporting spiritual, |
| social, and educational functions within local communities. | |
| Medical | Provides access to healthcare through medical treatments, surgeries, supplies, |
| and initiatives that strengthen local health systems. | |
| Morocco | Delivers emergency assistance and early recovery support to communities |
| affected by crises in Morocco, helping them rebuild and regain stability. | |
| Orphans | Provides long-term support for orphaned children, ensuring their educational, |
| emotional, and financial needs are consistently met. | |
| Pakistan | Supports humanitarian aid and community-led development programmes aimed |
| at enhancing resilience and improving living conditions in Pakistan. | |
| PGA | Provides life-saving humanitarian relief and essential development support to |
| communities in Palestine and Gaza facing conflict, displacement, and chronic | |
| hardship. | |
| Qurbani | Facilitates the Qurbani sacrifice and ensures the equitable distribution of fresh |
| meat to vulnerable families during the Eid period. | |
| Rohingya | Delivers essential humanitarian support to Rohingya refugees, including food, |
| shelter, protection, and healthcare services. |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1 Accounting policies - continued
| Restricted Funds | |
|---|---|
| Fund | Description |
| Sadaqah | Enables flexible charitable support that can be directed to urgent needs, |
| community development initiatives, and welfare activities. | |
| Sadaqah Jariyah | Supports sustainable, long-term development projects that provide continuous |
| benefit, such as water systems, education facilities, and livelihood initiatives. | |
| Shaam | Provides life-saving aid and development support to communities affected by |
| protracted conflict in the Shaam region. | |
| Sudan | Delivers emergency relief and development interventions addressing food |
| insecurity, displacement, and critical service gaps in Sudan. | |
| Syria | Supports humanitarian assistance and community development programmes for |
| populations affected by the crisis in Syria. | |
| Türkiye/Syria | Provides urgent relief and early recovery support in the aftermath of emergencies |
| affecting Türkiye and Syria. | |
| Water | Funds clean water solutions including wells, filtration systems, and sanitation |
| facilities, improving health and reducing water-borne diseases. | |
| Winter Appeal | Provides winterisation support such as clothing, heating fuel, blankets, and shelter |
| reinforcement to help families survive harsh weather conditions. | |
| Yemen | Delivers life-saving assistance and development support to communities suffering |
| from conflict, food insecurity, and disrupted public services in Yemen. | |
| Zakat | Distributes obligatory alms to eligible individuals in need, supporting them with |
| essential assistance in line with Islamic principles. | |
| Zakat ul Fitr | Provides households in need with staple foods prior to Eid, ensuring they can |
| observe the celebration with dignity. |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
| 3 Movements in funds At 01/04/2024 Restricted funds £ For grants Afghanistan 101,395 Africa - Bangladesh - Education 11,912 Emergency Aid 678,514 Family Sponsorship 291,402 Global Children's Fund 6,373 Global Food Aid 984,738 Global Orphan Fund 130,022 Homes 298,530 Lebanon - Masjid 320,585 Medical 2,092 Morocco 179,016 Orphans 1,032,425 Pakistan 131,448 PGA 5,513,312 Qurbani 42,635 Rohingya 8,489 Sadaqah 1,037,051 Sadaqah Jariyah 3,958 Shaam - Sudan - Syria 94,391 Türkiye/Syria 698,365 Water 241,216 Winter Appeal 224,036 Yemen 280,925 Zakat 842,073 Zakat ul Fitr - Total restricted funds 13,154,903 Unrestricted funds Gift aid and admin income 668,728 TOTAL 13,823,631 4 Net income Net income is stated after charging Audit Accountancy Depreciation |
Income £ 150,611 6,857 37,881 65,418 791,742 38,171 43,307 2,685,253 46,550 84,995 68,771 458,586 9,634 2,130 1,427,411 32,650 6,613,758 521,284 32,354 1,212,739 15,540 266,669 103,567 168,709 20,993 832,319 179,852 321,632 3,419,309 129,666 19,788,359 4,620,272 24,408,631 |
Funds Transfer £ - - 644 - (96,420) - - (85,334) - - (68,771) - - 48,251 - - - - - - - 116,296 - - - - - - - 85,334 - - - |
Expenditure £ 239,534 6,769 38,525 30,894 1,136,160 301,262 - 2,848,527 159,526 114,130 0 420,010 5,000 229,397 1,359,479 163,588 10,132,935 467,012 15,230 1,414,959 1,749 382,965 33,851 236,971 489,943 360,266 378,655 492,486 2,983,444 215,000 24,658,268 4,717,551 29,375,819 9,000 10,673 24,458 44,131 |
At 31/03/2025 £ 12,472 88 - 46,435 237,676 28,311 49,680 736,130 17,045 269,395 - 359,162 6,726 - 1,100,357 511 1,994,135 96,907 25,613 834,830 17,749 - 69,716 26,129 229,415 713,269 25,234 110,072 1,277,938 - 8,284,994 571,449 8,856,443 4,550 5,367 19,221 29,138 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
| 5 Movements in funds - prior year At 01/04/2023 Restricted funds £ For grants Afghanistan 433,211 Africa 2,376 Bangladesh - Education 3,458 Emergency Aid - Family Sponsorship 19,593 Gaza/Palestine - Global Children's Fund 73,839 Global Food Aid 733,487 Global Orphan Fund 374,287 Homes 107,513 Lebanon - Masjid 480,162 Medical 13,384 Morocco - Orphans 822,464 Pakistan 665,414 PGA 229,765 Qurbani - Rohingya - Sadaqah 964,175 Sadaqah Jariyah 13,195 Sudan - Syria 116,988 Türkiye/Syria 3,982,309 Water 160,126 Winter Appeal 362,010 Yemen 280,149 Zakat 638,113 For administration Administration - Total restricted funds 10,476,018 Unrestricted funds Gift aid and admin income 355,508 TOTAL 10,831,526 |
Income £ 490,936 565 5,368 39,056 1,008,666 451,258 - 75,755 3,793,471 56,567 610,714 1,961 463,872 7,708 849,749 1,510,632 53,357 8,826,996 540,045 25,016 902,039 21,804 204,406 125,403 409,063 412,592 334,020 536,606 2,822,236 4,218,312 28,798,173 1,397,157 30,195,330 |
Funds Transfer £ - (2,941) 14,551 - - - - - (12,977) - - (1,961) - - - - - - - - - - 4,919 - - - - - (1,591) - - - - |
Expenditure £ 822,752 - 19,919 30,602 330,152 179,449 - 143,221 3,529,243 300,832 419,697 - 623,449 19,000 670,733 1,300,671 587,323 3,543,449 497,410 16,527 829,163 31,041 209,325 148,000 3,693,007 331,502 471,994 535,830 2,616,685 4,218,312 26,119,288 1,083,937 27,203,225 |
At 31/03/2024 £ 101,395 - - 11,912 678,514 291,402 - 6,373 984,738 130,022 298,530 - 320,585 2,092 179,016 1,032,425 131,448 5,513,312 42,635 8,489 1,037,051 3,958 - 94,391 698,365 241,216 224,036 280,925 842,073 - 13,154,903 668,728 13,823,631 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
6 Trustees' Remuneration and Benefits
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2025.
| Plant and 7 Tangible Fixed Assets Equipment £ Cost At 1 April 2024 28,860 Additions - At 31 March 2025 28,860 Depreciation At 1 April 2024 10,011 Charge for the year 4,713 At 31 March 2025 14,724 Net book value At 31 March 2025 14,136 At 31 March 2024 18,849 Additions to fixed assets were funded from unrestricted funds. 8 Intangible Fixed Assets Cost At 1 April 2024 At 31 March 2025 At 1 April 2024 Charge for the year At 31 March 2025 Net book value At 31 March 2025 At 31 March 2024 |
Fixtures and Fittings £ 69,896 14,005 83,901 19,217 16,174 35,391 48,510 50,679 Lease Premium £ 25,000 25,000 15,474 3,571 19,045 5,955 9,526 |
Total Tangible £ 98,756 14,005 112,761 29,228 20,887 50,115 62,646 69,528 Total Intangible £ 25,000 25,000 15,474 3,571 19,045 5,955 9,526 |
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| 9 Debtors:amounts falling due within one year Donations receivable Prepayments 10 Creditors:amounts falling due within one year Trade creditors Social security and other taxes Accruals Other creditors 11 Operating lease commitments Minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases fall due as follows: Falling due within one year Falling due in one to five years Falling due after five years |
31/03/2025 £ 2,770,271 15,800 2,786,071 31/03/2025 £ 422,837 15,859 12,540 - 451,236 31/03/2025 £ 44,400 80,100 45,600 170,100 |
31/03/2024 £ 1,030,184 78,800 1,108,984 31/03/2024 £ 940,841 11,841 6,303 659 959,644 31/03/2024 £ 44,400 110,100 60,000 214,500 |
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12 Related party transactions
During the year expenses amounting to £464 (2024 - £Nil) were claimed by trustees in respect of costs incurred on behalf of the charity.
There were no related party transactions in the year.
Staff numbers and costs 31/03/2025 31/03/2024
The average number of employees during the year was 26 (2024 : 21)
| Wages and salaries Social security costs Other pension costs |
729,815 56,992 5,138 791,945 |
536,042 42,297 3,004 581,343 |
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The trustees were not paid or received any other benefits from the charity.
No employees received employee benefits excluding pension contributions of more than £60,000.
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14 Net Asset by funds
| As at 31 March 2025 Tangible fixed assets Intangible fixed assets Current Assets Creditors due within one year As at 31 March 2024 Tangible fixed assets Intangible fixed assets Current Assets Creditors due within one year |
Unrestricted Funds 62,646 5,955 560,978 (58,130) 571,449 69,528 9,526 650,596 (60,922) 668,728 |
Restricted Funds - - 8,678,100 (393,106) 8,284,994 - - 14,053,625 (898,722) 13,154,903 |
Total Funds 62,646 5,955 9,239,078 (451,236) 8,856,443 69,528 9,526 14,704,221 (959,644) 13,823,631 |
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Birmingham Office 405 Coventry Road, Birmingham, B10 0SP
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