Independent examiner's report on the accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees/ Charity Name SHIA JAFARI MASHYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT members of
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Respective The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in responsibilities of accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”). trustees and examiner
The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Act and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
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to follow the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Act, and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention
Basis of independent My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given examiner’s statement by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and
consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my examiner's statement attention which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act or
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the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
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Signed:[MSuleman ] Date: 28/01/2026 ~~Po |~~ Name: M SULEMAN ~~Ps~~ Relevant professional INDEPENDENT EXAMINER qualification(s) or body ACCOUNTANT (if any):
Address: c/o FUSION ACCOUNTING LTD ~~Po~~
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Section B Disclosure
Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).
Give here brief details of NONE any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .
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CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER 1170540 SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 31 MARCH 2025
SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PERIOD TO 31 MARCH 2025 CONTENTS PAGE
Trustees Annual Report 1-3 Receipts and Payments Statement 4 Statement of Assets and Liabilities 5 Notes 6
SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT PERIOD TO 31 MARCH 2025
The Trustees have pleasure in presenting their report and the unaudited financial statements of the Charity for the period to 31 MARCH 2025.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered charity name SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT
CHARITY REGISTRATION number 1170540
Registered office: 33a Dorothy Road, Leicester, LE5 5DR
THE Trustees
The Trustees who served the charity during the period were as follows: IMDADALI IMTIYAZ MOMIN IRFAN MOMIN NAZARMOHAMMED SHABBIRHUSEN SAMIR ALI MOMIN
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) governed by its Constitution dated the 02[nd] December 2016 and the trust was registered with the Charity Commission on the 02[nd] December 2016.
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
The objectives of the organisation, as set out in its governing document are:
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To advance the religion of Islam, by means of, but not exclusively, promoting the teachings and tenets of Islam, provision of facilities for worship and Islamic education, and the provision, or the assistance in the provision, of facilities for Islamic funerals and burials, in accordance with the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad PBUH as expounded by the Shia Jafari school of thought;
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To advance education for the benefit of the poor, the underprivileged and the general public by means of, but not exclusively, the provision or the assistance in the provision of educational activities and facilities, such as supplementary schools and language classes;
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To provide or assist in the provision of facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation or other leisure time occupation of individuals who have need of such facilities by reason of their youth, age infirmity or disability, financial hardship or social circumstances with the object of improving their conditions of life.
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SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT (continued) PERIOD TO 31 MARCH 2025
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
During the year, the charity undertook several projects and activities that directly benefited the community and wider public.
The charity progressed its application and registration for a UK Sponsor Licence. This initiative was undertaken to enable the organisation to sponsor scholars from overseas, making it easier to invite qualified and knowledgeable individuals to contribute to educational, religious, and communityfocused activities. As a result, the charity successfully sponsored multiple well-known and respected scholars during the year. These scholars delivered lectures, classes, and programmes that enhanced community knowledge, education, and spiritual development, benefiting attendees from both the local area and beyond.
In addition, the charity registered the downstairs section of its education centre as an official place of worship. This application was approved by the local council. The registration has enabled the charity to lawfully provide a dedicated and accessible space for worship, religious learning, and community gatherings, thereby increasing engagement and participation from the local community.
The charity also provided support, assistance, and guidance following a death within the community. This included offering practical help, coordination, and advice to affected individuals and families during a difficult time, ensuring they received appropriate support and reassurance. This activity demonstrated the charity’s commitment to community care, welfare, and social responsibility.
Overall, these projects furthered the charity’s objectives by promoting education, religious understanding, community cohesion, and public benefit.
PUBLIC BENEFIT STATEMENT
The trustees have considered the general guidance on public benefit issued by the Charity Commission and has taken due regard of that guidance. The trustees consider that they are satisfied that the charity’s activities do benefit the public as it is meeting an identifiable need among the local community. The trustees have benefitted many individuals and families to meet their religious obligations and advanced education for public benefit.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT had secured funds from members of the community and donors for their activities totalling £35,567 during the year. These funds were general funds for the activities of the charity and for the refurbishment of the premises. During the year, the expenditure was £36,422 including costs of the refurbishment of £18,776. The charity had unrestricted cash funds in reserves of £65,457 at the end of the period. The trustees have a policy not to hold reserves in the charity at present, and any reserves shown will be used to offset the liabilities and charitable expenditure of the charity in future periods.
PLANS FOR FUTURE PERIODS
Future plans are to continue to run the community centre for the benefit of the public by undertaking activities that meet the needs of beneficiaries.
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SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT (continued) PERIOD TO 31 MARCH 2025
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES
The charity's trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees Annual Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (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 a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to:
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select suitable accounting policies and then 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 prudent;
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state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material
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• departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
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prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 1993 and the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. The trustees are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
APPROVAL
The report was approved by the Trustees on ____ 28/01/2026
And signed on their behalf by
Nazarmohammed Shabbirhusen
_______ Trustee Name
Nazarnicwnuned S$.
_______ Trustee Signature
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SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS STATEMENT PERIOD TO 31 MARCH 2025
| Total Funds | Funds to | ||||
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| Unrestricted | Restricted | Period to |
31 Mar 24 | ||
| Funds | Funds | 31 Mar 25 | |||
| Note | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| RECEIPTS | |||||
| Member Contributions | 7,230 | - | 7,230 | 6,975 | |
| Donations | 2 | 22,075 | - | 22,075 | 25,805 |
| Gift Aid | 4,992 | - | 4,992 | 5,974 | |
| Other-Claim | 1,270 | - | 1,270 | - | |
| SUB TOTAL | 35,567 | - | 35,567 | 38,754 | |
| TOTAL RECEIPTS | |||||
| PAYMENTS | |||||
| Staff Wages | 6,374 | - | 6,374 | 6,736 | |
| Water & Utility Costs | 5,443 | - | 5,443 | 4,602 | |
| Rates | 255 | - | 255 | 64 | |
| Office Equipment | 585 | - | 585 | 929 | |
| Insurance | 1,264 | - | 1,264 | 1,660 | |
| Hall Hire | 230 | - | 230 | 180 | |
| Stationery & Sundries | 805 | - | 805 | 703 | |
| Legal & Professional Fees | 2,129 | - | 2,129 | 3,312 | |
| Catering & Eid Costs | 561 | - | 561 | 1,577 | |
| Grants | - | - | - | 1,197 | |
| SUB TOTAL | 17,646 | - | 17,646 | 20,960 | |
| PROPERTY FUND | 18,776 | - | 18,776 | 4,836 | |
| PURCHASES | |||||
| LOAN REPAYMENTS | - | - | - | - | |
| TOTAL RESOURCES | 36,422 | - | 36,422 | 25,796 | |
| EXPENDED | |||||
| NET OF RECEIPTS FOR | (855) | - | (855) | 12,958 | |
| THE PERIOD | |||||
| RECONCILIATION OF | |||||
| FUNDS | |||||
| TOTAL FUNDS | 66,312 | - | 66,312 | 53,354 | |
| BROUGHT FORWARD | |||||
| TOTAL FUNDS | 65,457 | - | 65,457 | 66,312 | |
| CARRIED FORWARD |
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SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES 31 MARCH 2025
| Unrestricted Restricted | Unrestricted Restricted | 31 Mar 25 | ||
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| Note | £ | £ | £ | |
| CASH FUNDS | ||||
| Cash at bank and in hand | 65,457 | - | 65,457 | |
| ASSETS FOR CHARITY USE | ||||
| 33a Dorothy Road | 3 | 236,665 | ||
| LIABILITIES | ||||
| Professional Fees | 4 | 1,500 |
These accounts were approved by the Trustees on ____ 28/01/2026
and signed on their behalf by
_____ Nazarmohammed Shabbirhusen Trustee Name Nazarnicwnuned _____ S$. Trustee Signature
CHARITY REGISTRATION Number: 1147738
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SHIA JAFARI MASHAYAKHI MOMIN JAMAT
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PERIOD TO 31 MARCH 2025
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of accounting
The financial statements have been prepared under the Receipts and Payments method as the charity has an income of less than £100,000 and is not a company.
2. RECEIPTS – DONATIONS
| 2. RECEIPTS – DONATIONS | |||
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| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total Funds | |
| Funds | Funds | 2025 | |
| £ | £ | £ | |
| Donations | |||
| Donations in the period | 22,075 | 22,075 | |
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| 22,075 | 22,075 |
3. ASSETS RETAINED FOR CHARITY USE
| £ | |
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| 33a Dorothy Road | |
| Cost | 110,000 |
| Additions | 2,585 |
| Additions | 61,437 |
| Additions | 17,845 |
| Additions | 1,281 |
| Additions | 10,257 |
| Additions | 9,648 |
| Additions | 4,836 |
| Additions | 18,776 |
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| Total | 236,665 |
4. LIABILITIES: Amounts falling due within one year
| £ | |
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| Professional Fees | |
| Accountant Examination Fees | |
| for 2024 | 750 |
| Accountant Examination Fees | 750 |
| for 2025 | |
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| 1,500 |
5. CONNECTED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
A connected person to Mr I Momin received payment for services rendered to the charity totalling £2,020. There were no other payments made to any trustee or connected person during the period
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