MOMBASA MISSION
TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT AND RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR TO 31 DECEMBER 2024
MOMBASA MISSION (Charity registration number: 1172093) ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity Name | Mombasa Mission |
|---|---|
| Trustees | Dr T Ramsbottom (Chairman) (appointed 15 February 2024) |
| Mr D Cottington | |
| Dr H De Vogel | |
| Mrs J Gudgeon | |
| Mr M Gudgeon | |
| Mr T Gudgeon | |
| Mrs D De Vogel | |
| Mr J Gudgeon | |
| Mr D Hare (appointed 15 February 2024) | |
| Principal Office | 22 The Holt |
| Hailsham | |
| East Sussex | |
| BN27 3NB | |
| Charity Registration Number | 1172093 |
| Independent Examiner | L W Woodhams FCCA |
| TN6 Ltd | |
| Pine Grove Enterprise Centre | |
| Pine Grove | |
| Crowborough | |
| East Sussex | |
| TN6 1DH |
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MOMBASA MISSION (Charity registration number: 1172093) ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Objectives and Activities
Purposes of the charity
To relieve poverty and advance the Christian religion amongst the people of East Africa particularly, though not exclusively, through the provision of churches, child rescue homes, medical centres, and schools, and through the translation and distribution of Christian literature.
Most of the charity’s activity is based in Southern Kenya, south of the city of Mombasa, close to the border of Tanzania.
Main activities
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Missionary - To continue to teach and preach the Bible to as many people as possible
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Building - Continue to build necessary additions and improvements to the mission land to provide a sustainable future
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Humanitarian - Provide relief to those in need in the locality
Public Benefit
The objectives and activities undertaken by the charity are set with the public benefit in mind. The trustees confirm that they have complied with the requirements of section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the public benefit guidance published by the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
Achievements and Performance
2024 was a year in which the work among the children flourished. Sunday School numbers have grown to upwards of 400 children, learning Bible stories and memorising Scripture.
During the year, the Mission also introduced children’s play days on three afternoons each week. Local villages take turns to come to the Mission for a time of play and food. The aim of these days is to allow the Mission to engage with the children and to get to know them personally.
Surprisingly, as the focus shifted primarily toward the children, the work among the adults also revived — which has been a real blessing. There are now more adults attending Sunday services, and some are showing a genuine interest in the teachings of the Bible.
One area in which the Mission has been investing is the provision of financial aid to cover school fees for Sunday School children who demonstrate regular attendance. The Mission has clearly seen the difference in behaviour and understanding between children who have achieved basic literacy skills and those who are unable to attend school due to poverty. Where appropriate, the Mission has sought to support children in gaining access to regular education at the primary school level, in order to aid them in their Sunday School learning.
Medically, the Mission continues to provide the same level of care as in previous years — offering essential yet basic medical assistance in emergencies and treating common illnesses. Where possible, the charity has also provided financial support for complex medical cases requiring specialist treatment. We are thankful for the Lord’s goodness toward the Mission and look forward to the year ahead with gratitude and expectation.
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MOMBASA MISSION (Charity registration number: 1172093) ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Financial Review
Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period
Total income received in the year amounted to £117,935 (2023: £57,355). This enabled the trustees to grant £80,469 (2022: £43,565) to the charitable activities, particularly the building projects. Policy for holding reserves
The charity held reserves of £52,419 (2023: £15,491) at the year end. Funds will be transferred as required by the Mission in Kenya but will only ever distribute grants as the funds allow. Going concern
The charity was a going concern at the year end and there were no uncertainties regarding this position.
Structure, Governance and Management
Governing document
The charity a Charitable Incorporated Organisation which is governed by its constitution registered with The Charity Commission on 16 March 2017.
Trustee selection
New trustees are appointed by the existing board based on skills required.
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees on ___ by: 28/10/2025
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………………………………… Dr T Ramsbottom Chairman
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MOMBASA MISSION (Charity registration number: 1172093) INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31 December 2024.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or
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the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
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the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a ‘true and fair’ view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Luke W Woodhams FCCA TN6 Ltd Pine Grove Enterprise Centre Pine Grove Crowborough East Sussex TN6 1DH
Date: 23 October 2025
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MOMBASA MISSION No. 1172093 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period 01/01/2024 31/12/2024 To from Section A Receipts and payments Unrestricted Restricted Endowment Total funds Last year funds funds funds to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £ A1 Receipts Donations from individuals 31,610 - - 31,610 28,041 Donations from churches 86,029 - - 86,029 19,667 Grant income 250 - - 250 5,955 Gift aid recovered 3,685 Interest Income 46 - - 46 8 - - - - - 117,935 - - 117,935 57,355 ——=== A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). >> None - Sub total - Total receipts 117,935 - - 117,935 57,355 —__— ~~——~~ — A3 Payments Grants payable 80,469 - - 80,469 43,565 Bank charges 179 - - 179 60 Fundraising costs - Accountancy fees 360 - - 360 360 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Sub total [ 81,007 ] - - 81,007 43,985 A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) None - Sub total [ - ] - - - - ——— Total payments [ 81,007 ] - - ~~——~~ 81,007 43,985 Net of receipts/(payments) 36,928 - - 36,928 13,370 A5 Transfers between funds - - - - - A6 Cash funds last year end 15,491 - - 15,491 2,121 Cash funds this year end 52,419 - - 52,419 15,491 = ~~==~~
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| Categories Signed on behalf of all the trustees B1 Cash funds B2 Other monetary assets B3 Investment assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B5 Liabilities |
(agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details Bank and cash Total cash funds Details Gift aid recoverable Details None Details Details None Signature None |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 52,419 - - - - - 52,419 - OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 3,296 - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name Dr T Ramsbottom |
Restricted funds to nearest £ - - - |
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| - | |||
| OK | |||
| Restricted funds to nearest £ - - - - - - Cost (optional) - - - - - Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Amount due (optional) - - - - - Date of approval 28/10/2025 |
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