GOODWILL CARAVAN
2022-2023 ANNUAL REPORT
Charity Registration No. 1176314
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A MESSAGE FROM OUR FOUNDER
CONTENTS
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ABOUT US
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KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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APPROACH AND STRATEGIES
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THE FUTURE
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
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STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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A MESSAGE FROM OUR FOUNDER
It is with immense gratitude and excitement that I share with you the progress and achievements we have made over the past year.
As we reflect on our journey; we shifted our focus from emergency response, which has been our core mission for the past eight years, to a more proactive approach centred around prevention. We recognise the importance of addressing the root causes of displacement and ensuring that vulnerable individuals are not forced into the hands of traffickers. Our commitment to our antitrafficking mission remains unwavering, and we are now determined to prevent this heinous crime from happening in the first place.
This year, we dedicated our efforts to expanding our reach and embarking on a crucial restructuring period. With this in mind, we made the decision to temporarily pause our emergency response projects. By reallocating our resources, we could concentrate on researching and developing our prevention projects.
I am thrilled to share that our NGO status in Greece (previously a non-profit status) was approved after a laborious three-year process. This milestone has opened doors for us, granting us to re-access refugee camps and detention centres which we were unable to access for 2 years due to changes in the law. With this newfound opportunity, we can, both, support refugees with our ongoing projects and incorporate their invaluable insights into the development of our prevention projects.
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We have emphasised the importance of investing in our staff's growth and development. Through comprehensive training programs, we strive to build a cohesive team, united in their commitment to our mission. Our dedicated staff members are the driving force behind our achievements, and their unwavering dedication inspires us all.
In the post pandemic world combined with the war in Europe and cost of living crisis we lost up to 80% of our crowdfunding donors. Forcing us to revaluate and investing further into our fundraising efforts and strategies.
Our operational strategy shifted to research & development with a directive of building an information platform that would be a one stop shop for information to reduce the supply chain of human trafficking that thrives on misinformation .
We also focussed on outreach and raising awareness of the importance of research and development in preparation for the information platform that targets prevention and protection of from factors that put people at risk of exploitation, modern day slavery and trafficking.
Together, we have accomplished so much, but there is still work to be done. As we look to the future, let us continue to stand together, united in our determination to create a world where displacement is not a reality. With your continued support and strong belief in our mission, we will build upon the foundation we have laid and empower countless lives.
Thank you for your consistent commitment to Goodwill Caravan.
" The most significant failure of justice, I have witnessed is the severe lack of accessible and accurate information for refugees, correlating directly to their exploitation and the violation of their human rights.
Hanan Ashegh
HANAN ASHEGH Executive Director
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LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
TRUSTEES
Hanan Ashegh Fauzia Abbas Dar Steven Charles Inman Timothy James Blackburne Artur Shaygardanov Else-Marie Boyd Michael Anthony Stubbs Nitin Kumar Modi Ayub Jamil Dossani
Resigned 30/03/2023 Appointed 31/05/2022 Appointed 24/03/2 022 / Resigned 27/07/2023 Appointed 27/07/2023
REGISTERED CHARITY
NUMBER 1176314
BANKER
Lloyds Bank 19-20 Upper St, London N1 0PJ
PRINCIPAL ADDRESS
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER
Epworth House Patrick Morello ACA 25 City Road, Third Sector Accountancy Limited London, Holyoake House, Hanover Street EC1Y 1AA Manchester M60 OAS
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ABOUT US
Goodwill Caravan (GWC), a non-profit humanitarian organisation, stands at the forefront of global endeavours to combat human trafficking and protect refugees and displaced populations.
We staunchly advocate for every child's inherent right to a future defined by stability, free from the fear that endangers their lives and the lives of their loved ones.
At the heart of our mission lies a steadfast commitment to uplift and support society's most vulnerable individuals: families, orphans, and detained unaccompanied children.
These individuals are in great danger of becoming victims of harmful activities like
illegal organ trade, human trafficking, or deadly abductions when they are left stranded in detention canters, camps, or abandoned on the streets.
Our endeavours are infused with a resolute dedication to fostering community cohesion. In the face of an escalating crisis, it is increasingly evident that Goodwill Caravan stands as one of the few comprehensive and enduring sources of support.
In locations like Greece, where governments, UN agencies, and international charities find their finite resources overwhelmed by mounting demands, we remain a steadfast pillar of unwavering assistance.
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321,918
refugees and migrants , arrived in Greece, Italy, Bulgaria, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro, mainly from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Syria, and North Africa.
Overall, this presented a significant increase in arrivals of compared to 2021. 86%*
43.3 MILLION CHILDREN
were forcibly displaced at the end of 2022**
*UNICEF Refugee and Migrant Crisis in Europe Humanitarian Situation Report No. 46
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**www.unhcr.org/refugee-statistics
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CHARITABLE OBJECTIVES
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The relief and assistance of people in the United Kingdom and Europe who are the victims of war or natural disaster, trouble, or catastrophe in particular by the supply of humanitarian aid, medical supplies, legal aid, education and mental health support to such persons.
The relief of financial hardship, sickness, suffering and distress amongst those seeking asylum in the United Kingdom and Europe or who are refugees, through the provision of services and other support including facilitation of integration and understanding within the wider community.
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The relief of poverty among vulnerable people in the United Kingdom and Europe.
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The 100 million figure, which includes those
fleeing conflict, violence, human rights
violations and persecution, was announced
by the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) in May
and described by Filippo Grandi, the head of
the agency, as a record that should never
have been set
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NEWS.UN.ORG/EN/STORY/2022/12/1131957 26 DECEMBER 2022
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STRUCTURE & MANAGEMENT
Goodwill Caravan is comprised of Goodwill Caravan (UK), registered in England and Wales as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation.
Goodwill Caravan A.M.K.E. (previously registered as a Non-Profit organisation since 02/03/2017) is registered in Greece as a Non-Governmental Organisation (Number 2779) since 25/05/2022, and operates as a subsidiary of Goodwill Caravan (UK). We are also registering Goodwill Caravan USA as a subsidiary of Goodwill Caravan (UK). In the USA, we are currently registered as a non-profit organisation (EIN Number 881023537) and are waiting on our 501(c)3 registration approval.
The day-to-day management of the organisation is overseen by the Executive Director, Hanan Ashegh.
GOVERNANCE
Goodwill Caravan understands the importance of ensuring strong ethics and best practice are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to ensure that we only partner with organisations and individuals who have the same moral and ethical focus as ourselves.
We understand and appreciate the faith placed in us by those who donate funds, time and resources towards our important work, and as a response we will always endeavour to ensure that every pound we spend is done with thought and care. Our commitment is always to expect honesty and value for money when we work with others and to be seen as a safe and valued pair of hands by those that entrust funds to us; as we all work together to save and change lives for good.
RECRUITMENT AND APPOINTMENT OF NEW TRUSTEES
GWC’s recruitment results either from needing to replace a standing-down trustee or identifying specific skills or experience that the Management Committee (MC) requires or would benefit from. The ad is placed on the charity website, Charityjobs.org.uk, Linkedin and other suitable websites.
Shortlisted applicants are invited for an interview. The interviewing panel systematically comprises at least two interviewers, including the Executive Director. The successful applicants are invited to attend the next MC meeting and will be formally established as trustees.
familiarise themselves before attending their first GWC MC meeting.
At this stage, the CEO encourages them to read the Charity Trustee Welcome Pack from the Charity Commission and to join the Charity Commission’s mailing list for training purposes and governance updates.
The newly appointed trustees attend an induction session at GWC’s office when they meet with the CEO and other employees. They are deliberately left to raise any question they wish to ask from staff outside the CEO’s presence.
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR THE INDUCTION AND TRAINING OF TRUSTEES:
Once the MC has approved the interviewing panel’s selection, the recruited applicants receive the Trustees Induction Pack and associated resources with which they
Trustees are kept informed of any significant development or legislation affecting their role and actions as trustees, e.g. GDPR, workplace pension scheme/auto-enrolment, etc. The annual review of the GWC Business Plan, culminating in the yearly October review meeting, offers a constantly effective opportunity for training and re-training in governance and strategy-setting matters.
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Our Mission
is to identify the most vulnerable families in danger of malnutrition, human trafficking, organ trade, abuse and those sleeping rough on the street and to work with them to develop sustainable solutions allowing them to reintegrate into society and reclaim their lives.
Our Vision
is of a world in which children affected by war or natural disaster can live safe and fulfilled lives.
Our Values
are respecting human dignity, acting with kindness and compassion and being transparent about what we do
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Goodwill Caravan has been a light in the darkness for my family and me during these challenging times. Their legal aid clinic and aid distributions not only nourished us but also provided us with a sense of dignity that we had lost time ago. They listened to our needs, they saw our struggles, and they acted. The kindness of the staff is unforgettable. They've reminded us that despite our circumstances, we are not alone
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KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
37,000 people helped
NGO status approved
This financial year, we assisted a total of 37,000 individuals globally, reaching a cumulative number of 220,000 people helped since the inception of Goodwill Caravan.
After years of dedicated efforts, we have successfully obtained our NGO registration in Greece, enabling us to expand our projects and extend our services to camps and detention centres.
New shelter launched
First partnership with the UNHCR approved
We proudly inaugurated our largest shelter building in Athens for women and children. This building was able to house up to 25 families at any one point.
With our NGO registration in place, we achieved the long-awaited approval as official partners with the UNHCR for an educational project.
Global expansion
We meticulously strategised our expansion initiatives and successfully executed operations in three additional countries: Libya, Sudan, and Pakistan.
Legal Success 92%
We achieved a success rate of 92% in our legal cases. We remain committed to upholding the highest standards of legal advocacy, ensuring that our clients receive the skilled representation they need.
60% Cost reduction
We have restructured and streamlined the finance and reporting functions, leading to a reduction in core costs in the UK as well as our Greece operations to generate some cost savings to enable us to expand to other regions.
Resilient
fundraising efforts
We have successfully sustained our current income level, despite the significant challenges posed by the cost of living crisis leading a reduction in available funding.
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Number of People Impacted
Despite challenges such as the cost of living crisis, a reduction in donations 50,000 received, and changes in law, we have remained steadfast in our mission to 40,000 assist as many individuals as possible. Over the years, we have continuously 30,000 adapted and persevered, finding innovative ways to address the evolving needs of those we serve. This year, our 20,000 focus has been on enhancing the support we provide, ensuring that each person 10,000 receives a higher level of impact and meaningful assistance. We have worked tirelessly to maximise our resources, 0 optimise our strategies, and forge 2020 2021 2022 partnerships that enable us to make a tangible difference.
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85 %
of those we helped said they would have struggled to feed their families had it not been for Goodwill Caravan.
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PARTNERSHIPS
Throughout the year, we have had the privilege of partnering with incredible charities and organisations from around the world, whose collaboration has been instrumental in helping us achieve our mission and navigate the challenges we faced. These partnerships have allowed us to leverage the collective expertise, resources, and networks of like-minded organisations, enabling us to maximise our impact and reach a wider audience.
Together, we have worked tirelessly to provide support, assistance, and empowerment to those in need, ensuring that our efforts are sustainable and far-reaching.
We are grateful for the unwavering support and collaborative spirit of our partners, whose dedication and shared vision have been crucial in helping us overcome obstacles and make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals and communities.
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
It is with immense gratitude and pride that we present the recognition we have garnered for our unwavering commitment to our mission and the exceptional impact we have made in the communities we serve. These awards are a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team, volunteers, and partners, who have tirelessly championed our cause and contributed to our success. We are honoured to be recognised for our innovative projects, humanitarian efforts, and transformative initiatives that have touched the lives of countless individuals.
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APPROACH AND
STRATEGY
Our Approach is panned across multiple emergency protection projects in multiple countries that enable us to provide a holistic support package to the most vulnerable populations where it is needed the most.
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LEGAL
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TRANSPORT
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MEDICAL
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PROTECTION
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SHELTER
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DISTRIBUTION
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EDUCATION
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ADVOCACY
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LEGAL SERVICE
Our Legal Office, one of our core projects, assists vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers in Greece with their applications for protection status and reunifications with family members left behind in their home countries or those based in other countries in Western Europe and the UK.
OUR BENEFICIARIES
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TYPES OF CASES
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Other
13% 55%
Syria Asylum Support
Minors
25%
Integration Legal support
Congo 45%
11%
Adults Interview Preparation
48% Asylum support with vulnerabilities
Iraq Single Parents
Family law (Guardianship)
8%
Egypt
12% 17% Family Reunification
Victims of Torture
Other
Afghanistan Iran 20%
15% 0% 20% 40% 60%
9% Chronic Disease
Pakistan
7%
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At the end of this year, we paused our legal project in order to shift our focus towards expanding globally and prioritising prevention efforts. Our aim is to extend our assistance to vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers in various countries worldwide, with the goal of intervening before they find themselves in similar situations in Europe. This expansion will allow us to address their needs proactively and work towards ensuring their safety and well-being in their home countries or the closest safe country to them.
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People have benefitted from our legal service over the year
Greece National Stats 2022 GWC Stats 2022
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Positive Appeals
0% 25% 50% 75%
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Positive First Instance Decisions
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SANA'S STORY
Mrs. Al Fandy Sana, a Syrian single mother, sought refuge in Greece with her four children after fleeing Syria in 2019. Her husband left for Austria illegally, leaving her alone with their children after receiving deportation notices. Mrs. Al Fandy Sana applied for asylum again, which was approved due to concerns about Turkey's safety for a single mother with four children.
After being granted refugee status in May 2022, she faced challenges in obtaining residence permits and passports for herself and her children. Obtaining her husband's legal consent for the children's passports and the associated costs posed difficulties. Despite her husband having prepared a notary act before leaving Greece, it did not meet the legal requirements.
In June 2022, Mrs. Al Fandy Sana sought financial and legal support from us. We, considering the family's vulnerability, covered the passport costs and arranged proper consent documents with the Greek embassy in Vienna for her husband's validation. We also facilitated a prompt appointment with the Greek Passport Office. By July 2022, the family obtained their residence permits and travel documents.
According to Joint Ministerial Decision 10302/2020, recognised refugees can request a travel document, except in cases involving national security or public order concerns. The decision also simplifies the process for obtaining travel documents for minors with a single parent. However, it does not apply when sole parental custody is registered in a country other than the parent's origin country. In such cases, the parent can only request the minor's travel documents if parental care/responsibility has been assigned by a Greek court.
Key Indicator Activity / Project
The process was set in Reunification Process motion, opening the possibility for the family to be reunited in the future GWC secured a quick appointment with the Greek Residence Permits Passport Office for the family GWC lawyer drafted the consent forms, liaised with the Issuance of Passports Greek embassy in Vienna for validation and covered the passport application costs
Data / Outcome
GWC's intervention allowed Mrs. Al Fandy Sana to start the reunification process with her husband in Austria
The family was able to receive their residence permits, legalising their stay in Greece
The passports for Mrs. Al Fandy Sana and her children were successfully issued, allowing them freedom of movement
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MEDICAL SERVICE
The GWC Medical Office works in coordination with our other projects to facilitate refugees’ and asylum seekers’ access to the healthcare services they need. The office is staffed by healthcare coordinators, social caseworkers, interpreters, registration officers and a reception team.
1183
People have benefitted from our medical service over the year
Our vaccination Programme during 2022 and 2023 was a landmark initiative that profoundly influenced the lives of hundred's of refugee children. The program ensured that these children, often the most vulnerable and marginalised, received essential vaccinations, paving their path towards a healthier life. The provision of immunisations was more than just a medical intervention; it was a gateway to education. In Greece, proof of vaccination is a prerequisite for school registration, meaning these children were previously barred from formal education due to their unvaccinated status. The impact of this program was thus twofold: it helped protect these children from preventable diseases and offered them a shot at a better future through education. It demonstrates the critical role of vaccinations in not only maintaining public health but also fostering social inclusion and equal opportunities.
| Key Indicator | Activity / Project | Data / Outcome | |
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| Accessibility to medical services |
Identify refugees in need of immediate and long-term medical care |
Prompt and adequate medical treatment provided to identified refugees |
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| Partnership with local healthcare providers |
Collaborate with local hospitals and clinics for specialised medical care |
Refugees receive specialised medical services when needed, such as surgeries, mental health support, etc. |
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| Medication availability | Procure and maintain a stock of essential medications |
Provide adequate supply of essential medicines to meet the needs of the refugees in |
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| camps | |||
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SHELTER PROJECT
Goodwill Caravan's Shelter project for women and children refugees represents an empathetic and strategic response to the challenges of displacement. Recognising the transformative potential of holistic support, we provide not just a safe haven but a platform for empowerment and growth.
In order to enhance the effectiveness of our mission, we have revised our shelter strategy. Instead of scattering the families across different units, we've now consolidated our shelter services into one comprehensive building. This strategic shift allows us to ensure the safety of all residents, manage cases effectively, and closely monitor their progress.
Education is a cornerstone of our initiative, with all children in the shelter registered for school. This, combined with job skills training for women, fosters selfsustainability. Our skills training includes language proficiency and vocational training in various sectors, enhancing women's employability and financial independence.
The sense of community is cultivated through activities such as our cultural cooking day, where residents share their traditional recipes and culinary skills. The vital role of our social workers in this project cannot be overstated. They work tirelessly, ensuring the wellbeing of each resident and guiding them towards their goals.
Through our shelter project, we continue to champion the resilience of these incredible individuals. We are privileged to stand by them on their journey to a brighter, safer, and more hopeful future.
We housed a total of 65 women and children between April 2022 and March 2023
85% of the children housed were registered in school
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NABIJEH'S STORY
Nabijeh, a 27-year-old single mother from Afghanistan, found
refuge in Greece after a perilous journey through Pakistan, Iran, and
Turkey. Fleeing Taliban threats linked to her husband's association
with the German and American armies, her family landed in Athens,
under the care of Caritas and the Helios program.
As the Helios support was nearing its end, uncertainty clouded her
future. At this critical juncture, Goodwill Caravan stepped in.
Hearing about the organisation's multi-faceted services, including
legal aid, medical assistance, and shelter, Nabijeh reached out to
GWC. Registering with the organisation, she began receiving
diapers for her children, a simple yet crucial support over the next
two years.
With threats from her estranged husband's family making her
fearful for her safety, Nabijeh requested temporary accommodation
from GWC. Responding to her vulnerability, she was admitted into
GWC's shelter project for women and children.
Simultaneously, GWC's lawyers were engaged in her case,
navigating the complexities of her legal status. Despite the
challenge presented by her husband's threats and their legal
separation, the GWC legal team worked tirelessly. Our aim was to
secure the best possible outcome for Nabijeh and her children – the
chance to settle down and build a safe home.
The impact of GWC's assistance was profound. Not only did we
provide immediate material and legal support, but also played a
critical role in paving the way for her family's new beginning.
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Data / Outcome
| Key Indicator | Activity / Project | Data / Outcome |
| Legal support and | GWC successfully | |
| Nabijeh's legal status | guidance provided by | navigated the family |
| GWC's lawyers | reunification procedure | |
| Provided accommodation | Nabijeh and her | |
| Nabijeh's living | in GWC's protection | children were provided |
| conditions | shelter project for women | with a safe and secure |
| and children | shelter | |
| Nabijeh's future prospects |
Assistance in applying for the family reunification procedure |
Nabijeh was able to reunify with her family in Germany |
of the people we housed were 68 % minors
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Over the year, we distributed essential aid and support to hundreds of thousands of vulnerable families. This included:
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150,000
16,800
DIAPERS
SOAP
5000
SANITARY PADS
3000
BABY FORMULA
13,000
TOOTHPASTE 15,000
CLOTHING
13,000
BABY WIPES
2000
FOOD BAGS
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PROJECT LOCATIONS
During this financial year, our projects have experienced significant expansion, and we are determined to maintain this momentum as we strive for continued growth and increased strength in each country we operate in.
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UK
GERMANY
HOLLAND
BELGIUM
GREECE
LIBYA
SUDAN
EGYPT
PAKISTAN
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NAVIGATING TRANSFORMATIONS
UKRAINE EMERGENCY APPEAL
In response to the Ukraine crisis, we launched an emergency appeal providing legal aid, shelter, and hygiene packs to refugees arriving in Greece from Ukraine. Our comprehensive support aimed to address the immediate needs of those affected and offer them essential assistance during their challenging journey.
SUDAN EMERGENCY APEAL
Our most recent appeal is the Sudan appeal, focusing on family reunification cases for vulnerable families who were unexpectedly separated due to the outbreak of war. Through our dedicated efforts, we aim to facilitate the reunification of families, providing them with the support and legal assistance needed.
SHELTER APPEAL
We launched a shelter appeal with the goal of launching our new shelter building, where women and children can find safety and support under one roof. Our aim was to provide a holistic support service, addressing their diverse needs and fostering a nurturing environment for their overall welfare and empowerment.
WINTER APPEAL
Every year we organise a winter appeal, dedicated to bringing warmth, comfort, and guidance to vulnerable refugees enduring the harsh winter months. We strive to provide essential resources, such as warm clothing and shelter, while offering guidance and support to help them maintain their well-being during this challenging season.
RAMADAN APPEAL
We take great pride in organising our Ramadan appeal, through which we provide essential support to the most vulnerable refugees. This includes distributing food packs, serving hot meals, offering legal aid, providing shelter, and ensuring the distribution of much-needed zakat, making a meaningful impact during the holy month.
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CHALLENGES
Cost of living crises
The cost of living crisis has had a widespread impact, affecting individuals across the country, and it has emerged as one of the most formidable challenges we have encountered as a charity, making fundraising increasingly difficult.
Consequently, we have temporarily paused a few projects while we continue our efforts to raise sufficient funds, ensuring long-term sustainability to carry out these projects successfully.
Reduction in funding
As a charity, we encountered a significant challenge due to the cost of living crisis, which affected our ability to raise the necessary funds. With a majority of our funds coming from crowdfunding, it became increasingly difficult to sustain the level of funding required to support our initiatives.
To overcome this challenge, we have devised a strategic plan to shift our focus towards securing grants and institutional funding, allowing us to diversify our funding sources and ensure the continuity of our vital work.
Lack of media
Another significant challenge we faced was the diminishing media attention on the refugee crises, resulting in a decreased ability to raise funds. This, coupled with the cost of living crisis, made it difficult to emphasise the urgency of the situation and garner support.
To address this, we are actively exploring collaborations with public figures and ambassadors who can help amplify awareness about the cause, ensuring that the plight of refugees receives the attention it deserves.
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NEW STRATEGIES
Over the course of the year, we demonstrated our strategic acumen by adapting innovative approaches to navigate the evolving landscape of available funding. Here are some of our key strategies that allowed us to successfully address these changes and continue our mission:
FUNDRAISING EFFORTS
To sustain our projects, we intensified fundraising efforts, allocating additional resources to this crucial aspect of our operations. Recognising limited funding options, we proactively increased our efforts to secure necessary financial support, enabling the continuity of impactful initiatives.
EVENTS
We actively engaged in diverse events worldwide to enhance organisational efficiency and foster growth. These engagements enabled us to establish valuable connections with professionals who could contribute through funding, donations, guidance, or skill-sharing. Following post-COVID restrictions, we successfully hosted our inaugural fundraising gala dinner to generate vital support and advance our mission.
ADAPTING PROJECTS
We adapted projects to changing circumstances, such as arranging for lawyers to work within detention centres themselves when refugees couldn't visit our offices due to being placed in closed camps. We prioritised project efficiency, streamlining operations to achieve impact while reducing costs.
TRAINING CONFERENCES
To enhance our capabilities and advocate for those we assist, we actively participated in conferences, including the IFC. These opportunities trained our staff, improved our skills, and kept us updated on the latest practices in our field.
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WHAT'S NEXT FOR US IN THE NEW YEAR
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SHIFTING FOCUS
Moving forward, we have decided to shift our focus towards prevention and outreach projects, aiming to address issues before they escalate and cause damage. By proactively intervening and raising awareness, we strive to prevent crises from occurring in the first place, rather than solely providing emergency response after the damage has already taken place. This strategic shift allows us to make a more significant impact by tackling root causes and fostering long-term positive change within the communities we serve.
LOCATING PARTNERS
Our strategic vision entails expanding our global network of partners to strengthen our prevention efforts. By collaborating with likeminded organisations worldwide, we aim to cultivate a stronger team and a more focused approach in addressing and mitigating various issues. Through these partnerships, we can leverage collective expertise, resources, and innovative strategies to effectively work towards prevention and create a lasting impact in the communities we serve.
STRENGTHENING OUR TEAM
As part of our ongoing efforts to adapt and improve, we are currently undergoing a team restructuring process. This restructuring will enable us to optimise our resources and enhance individual potential within our staff. Alongside this, we are prioritising staff training initiatives to equip our team with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively navigate and excel in the face of these new changes. By investing in our staff, we are confident in our ability to embrace the evolving landscape and maximise our impact.
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THE FUTURE
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Refugees need a range of digital resources in order to have access to relevant information to which they don't currently have access. They need a simple one-stop service that is easy to use and provides them with regularly updated information about what they might need, whether during their journey or once they reach their destination.
-Gillespie, et al., Mapping Refugee Media Journeys: Smartphones and Social Media Networks
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THE GOODWILL CARAVAN 'LIGHT WEB'
GWC proposes to build an information website that will counteract misinformation by traffickers to refugees, provide a realistic picture of the immigration/asylum journey from refugees themselves, and empower its users through relevant, reliable, and up-to-date information on practical advice, legal rights and integration where they are located. This platform will provide safe and legal pathways to persons needing protection, enabling
the most vulnerable refugee to reach safe countries without becoming victims of smuggling networks or undertaking dangerous journeys. In the initial phase, we aim to focus on one refugee corridor, and people would be able to get up-to-date information about their rights regarding asylum and the actual steps for the asylum process, as well as information on education, employment, health services, and digital literacy, all updated continuously.
The planned project features include:
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This is the real
journey I went
through
Where can refugees get support for medical
problems?
Are there free asylum lawyers available in Athens?
Asylum guidance Greece
Do I have the right of asylum?
Safest country to me
Legal Aid
Jobs available for refugees in Italy
Job Support
Shelter Support Can refugees kids go to school in Turkey
Education Support
Health Services
Essential Aid
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Integration services closest to their GPS location
Reliable and up to date Community support and information on their legal first-hand experiences rights shared
The Light Web begins with extensive research and analysis of migration routes undertaken by refugees and displaced individuals in seven key countries. This will provide insights into the challenges they face, helping us develop informed strategies to support and address their needs.
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United
Kingdom
Greece
Sudan
ATLAN TIC
USA O CEA N Libya P ACI F I C
O CE A N
PACIF IC Turkey
OCEA N
INDIAN Pakistan
OCEAN
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PAKISTAN CHAPTER
Towards the end of the financial year, we initiated the research phase for the Pakistan chapter, where we successfully identified a partner, the Pakistan Alliance for Girls Education, which operates schools for Afghan refugee girls. During a monitoring visit, we identified schools that align with our mission and can benefit from our support. Through these schools, we plan to conduct legal aid visits and provide information sessions. Currently, we are actively collaborating with organisations in Pakistan, seeking to support and facilitate the necessary information gathering for our Light Web initiative.
SUDAN CHAPTER
In response to the emerging crisis in Sudan, we launched an appeal aimed at providing crucial emergency legal aid support for family reunification among vulnerable families. During this appeal, we seized the opportunity to engage in valuable outreach activities, conducting vital research that will contribute to populating our data and building connections within the affected communities. Through these efforts, we strive to strengthen our Light Web initiative and enhance our understanding of the situation on the ground while establishing meaningful relationships with the communities we aim to support.
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
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INCOME
£611,467 £624,089
Approximately £27,000 of our
2023 2022
income was in the form of gift aid.
EXPENDITURE
Our largest crowdfunding
campaign, the Ramadan appeal,
£628,668 £610,562
raised a total of £36,000
2023 2022
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USES OF FUNDS
2023 2022
Fundraising costs Fundraising costs
16.4% 8.4%
Support costs
2.0%
Support costs
2.3%
Charitable activities (note 5) Charitable
80.1% activities
89.2%
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In 2023, GWC hosted a successful fundraising gala, raising approximately £124,000. Although our total fundraising expenses increased from 8.4% in 2022 to 16.4%, this initiative elevated our charity profile, attracted new large donors, increased monthly donations, and expanded our advocacy for the voiceless.
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The total sum of funds allocated to our anti-trafficking projects equalled £503,480, with the highest allotment directed towards the legal project.
Our Governance cost of £23,573 ensured thorough compliance, meticulous monitoring, and smooth operations across all aspects of our organisation.
15% of our fundraising costs were allocated to consultants, resulting in a remarkable 83% increase in funds raised compared to the investment made in fundraising.
Our support costs of 2.4% contributed towards investing in our invaluable staff, some of who are also refugees and our core team who are the pillars of GWC. We take great pride in caring for our hardworking team, who tirelessly serve others.
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Bus Service
4.9%
Shelter
PROJECT-WISE 29.6%
EXPENDITURE Distribution19.2%
BREAKDOWN
Medical
11.9%
Legal
30.2%
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We provided holistic support to a total of 37,000 refugees through our various projects.
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FINANCIAL REVIEW
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
FINANCIAL POSITION
RESERVES POLICY
The Statement of Financial Activities shows a total deficit of £17,201 (2022: surplus of £13,527), which consists of a deficit in unrestricted funds of £2,724 (2022: surplus of £13,938) and a negative movement of £14,477 (2022: deficit of £411) to restricted funds.
Unrestricted income for the year was £486,040 (2022: £481,101), and unrestricted expenditure was £488,128 (2022: £467,163). Restricted income for the year was £125,427 (2022: £142,988), and restricted expenditure was £140,540 (2022: £143,399).
The funds of the charity at the end of the year were £7,848 (2022: £25,049), consisting of unrestricted funds of £2,848 (2022: £5,572) and restricted funds of £5,000 (2022: £19,477).
Free reserves (general funds less net book value of fixed assets) held on 31 March 2023 were £7,848 (2022: £25,049), representing 5 days of operating costs.
As a guideline, the trustees aim to hold at least three months of reserves, allowing the charity time to recover from any temporary income shortfall, and plan to reach this target within 18 months (by 31 March 2025).
A number of steps have been taken in the last 3 months, including reducing the headcount and temporarily curtailing some charitable activities to bolster reserves. There is also a renewed focus on fundraising.
RISK REVIEW
Further details of the charity’s performance can be found in the financial statements on pages 41 to 43 and the notes to the accounts on pages 44 to 57.
There was also income arising from restricted and unrestricted grants and donations from individuals.
The trustees continually monitor and regularly discuss any possible financial risk to the charity. This is discussed in conjunction with operational risks and their potential effect on the charity’s finances. The Executive Director and the trustees were responsible for implementing and ensuring compliance with the risk management strategy.
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Gift Aid
4.5%
Restricted income
20.5%
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As part of our annual business planning cycle, GWC aims to build a comprehensive risk register that identifies key risks, the probability and impact of the risk and what actions can be taken to mitigate the risk. By way of example, one key risk facing GWC currently is:
1. Long-standing donors ending their support.
- a. Probability: Medium
b. Impact: High
c. The severity of the risk: High
Unrestricted Income 75%
d. Mitigation: Diversification of funding streams, strengthening funder relationship management capacity, identifying and engaging with alternative funders, and identifying non-critical services that can be reduced if as needed.
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Key Personnel
Board of Trustees
Hanan Ashegh
| Executive Director | Executive Director | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anam Ahmed | Marta De Aguinage | ||||
| Head of Programmes | Head of Operations | ||||
| Fundraising & Communication |
Human | Resources | Finance | Monitoring / Governance | |
| Charitable Activities |
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Hanan Ashegh, the Executive Director is also a trustee of the charity. To mange any conflict of interests, Hanan does not attend any sections of trustee meetings where her employment, remuneration or performance is discussed.
REMUNERATION OF KEY STAFF
This subject is discussed at trustee meetings. For the current staff pay, market levels and affordability is considered when setting key staff remuneration.
FUTURE PLANS
The trustees have set the following objectives:
i. To continue to provide a free, high quality, accessible legal advice and information service, alongside other services to refugees in the regions where we work;
ii. To increase public awareness of GWC in the the UK as one of the leading organisations of refugee assistance; iii. To advocate for refugee rights and influence policies and practices that ensure their protection and well-being. iv. To research the unmet needs of refugees not currently taken up by GWC services and to expand the range of services to meet those needs, including geographical range;
The organisation has developed and evolved its activities to ensure the sustainable delivery of its objectives since launch. It continues to review and monitor these objectives against its strategies as the legal and political fields of refugee rights proceed through different landscapes. The plans for the future are to continue the delivery of the existing and new services as needed.
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STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES
The 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).
Charity law 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, including the income and expenditure, 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 UK Accounting Standards and statements of recommended practice have been followed, subject to any material 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 2011.
They 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.
03 / 10 / 2023 The annual report was approved by the trustees on ......................... and signed on their behalf by:
Hanan Ashegh
Chair of the Trustees
Ayub Dosani Treasurer
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF GOODWILL CARAVAN
For the year ended 31 March 2023
I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2023 set out on pages 41 to 57.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Charities Act”) and that an independent examination is needed. The charity’s gross income exceeded £250,000 and I am qualified to undertake the examination by being a qualified member of ICAEW.
It is my responsibility to:
examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given 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 examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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which gives me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act
have not been met; or
- to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Patrick Morrello ACA Third Sector Accountancy Limited Holyoake House Hanover Street Manchester M60 0AS 03 / 10 / 2023 Date: ……………………………….
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Goodwill Caravan
Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 March 2023
| Income from: Donations and legacies Total income Expenditure on: Raising funds Charitable activities Total expenditure Net income/(expenditure) for the year Transfer between funds Net movement in funds for the year Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward 3 4 5 7 486,040 486,040 125,188 362,940 5,572 2,848 Unrestricted funds Note £ (2,088) (636) (2,724) 488,128 |
Income from: Donations and legacies Total income Expenditure on: Raising funds Charitable activities Total expenditure Net income/(expenditure) for the year Transfer between funds Net movement in funds for the year Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward 3 4 5 7 486,040 486,040 125,188 362,940 5,572 2,848 Unrestricted funds Note £ (2,088) (636) (2,724) 488,128 |
Restricted funds £ 125,427 |
Total funds 2023 £ 611,467 |
481,101 Unrestricted funds £ |
Restricted funds £ 142,988 |
624,089 Total funds 2022 £ |
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| 486,040 125,188 362,940 5,572 2,848 (2,088) (636) (2,724) 488,128 |
125,427 140,540 140,540 19,477 5,000 (15,113) 636 (14,477) - |
611,467 125,188 503,480 628,668 25,049 7,848 (17,201) (17,201) - |
467,163 13,938 5,572 13,938 65,811 401,352 481,101 (8,366) - |
143,399 19,477 (411) (411) 19,888 142,988 - 143,399 |
624,089 65,811 544,751 610,562 11,522 25,049 13,527 - 13,527 |
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.
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Goodwill Caravan
Balance sheet as at 31 March 2023
| Net assets Net current assets Total charity funds Unrestricted funds Restricted income funds The funds of the charity: Current assets Cash at bank and in hand Total current assets Liabilities Creditors: amounts falling due in less than one year Total assets less current liabilities 12 14 13 Note £ 22,489 22,489 (14,641) 2023 £ 7,848 7,848 7,848 7,848 2,848 5,000 |
£ 25, 949 2022 £ |
£ 25, 949 2022 £ |
|---|---|---|
| 25,949 (900) |
25, 049 25,049 25,049 25,049 5,572 19, 477 |
For the year in question, the charity was entitled to exemption from an audit under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011. The Charity Commission has not ordered an audit to be carried out under Section 146 of Charities Act 2011.
The notes on pages 45 to 57 form part of these accounts.
03 / 10 / 2023 Approved by the trustees on .......................... and signed on their behalf by:
Hanan Ashegh
Chair of the Trustees
Ayub Dosani
Treasurer
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Statement of Cash Flows for the year ending 31 March 2023
| Cash provided by/(used in) operating activities Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year Increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents in the year Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year 17 Note |
2023 £ (3,460) |
2022 £ 13,528 |
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| 22,489 (3,460) 25,949 |
13, 528 1 2,422 25,950 |
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Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023 (continued)
1 Accounting policies
The principal accounting policies adopted, judgments and key sources of estimation uncertainty in the preparation of the financial
statements are as follows:
a. Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with 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) issued in October 2019 - (Charities SORP (FRS 102), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)
Goodwill Caravan meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy note.
The financial statements are presented in sterling which is the functional currency of the charity and rounded to the nearest £ sterling.
b. Preparation of the accounts on a going concern basis
The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charitable company's ability to continue as a going concern.
c. Income
Income is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the item(s) of income have been met, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
Income from government and other grants, whether ‘capital’ grants or ‘revenue’ grants, is recognised when the charity has
entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the grants have been met, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably and is not deferred.
d. Donated services and facilities
Donated professional services and donated facilities are recognised as income when the charity has control over the item, any conditions associated with the donated item have been met, the receipt of economic benefit from the use by the charity of the item is probable and that economic benefit can be measured reliably. In accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102), general volunteer time is not recognised; refer to the trustees’ annual report for more information about their contribution. On receipt, donated professional services and donated facilities are recognised on the basis of the value of the gift to the charity which is the amount the charity would have been willing to pay to obtain services or facilities of equivalent economic benefit on the open market; a corresponding amount is then recognised in expenditure in the period of receipt.
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Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023 (continued)
e. Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds are available to spend on activities that further any of the purposes of charity.
Designated funds are unrestricted funds of the charity which the trustees have decided at their discretion to set aside to
use for a specific purpose.
Restricted funds are donations which the donor has specified are to be solely used for particular areas of the charity’s work
or for specific projects being undertaken by the charity.
f. Expenditure and irrecoverable VAT
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make a payment to a third party, it is probable that
settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified under the
following activity headings:
Costs of raising funds comprise the costs of activities undertaken to raise funds.
Expenditure on charitable activities includes the costs undertaken to further the purposes of the charity and their
associated support costs.
Irrecoverable VAT is charged as a cost against the activity for which the expenditure was incurred.
g. Allocation of support costs
Support costs are those functions that assist the work of the charity but do not directly undertake charitable activities.
Support costs include back office costs, finance, personnel, payroll and governance costs which support the charity's programmes and activities. These costs have been allocated between cost of raising funds and expenditure on charitable activities. The bases on which support costs have been allocated are set out in note 6.
h. Operating leases
Operating leases are leases in which the title to the assets, and the risks and rewards of ownership, remain with the lessor.
Rental charges are charged on a straight line basis over the term of the lease.
i. Tangible fixed assets
Individual fixed assets costing £750 or more are capitalised at cost and are depreciated over their estimated useful economic
lives. There are currently no fixed assets.
j. Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued
at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.
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Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023 (continued)
k. Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and cash in hand includes cash and short term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar
l. Creditors and provisions
Creditors and provisions 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 and provisions are normally recognised at their settlement amount after allowing for any trade discounts due.
m. Financial instruments
The charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic
financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
n. Pensions
Employees of the charity are entitled to join a defined contribution scheme. The charity’s contribution is restricted to the contributions disclosed in note 8. There were no outstanding contributions at the year end. The costs of the defined contribution scheme are included within support and governance costs and allocated to the funds of the charity using the methodology set out in note 6.
2 Legal status of the charity
The charity is a charitable incorporated organisation and has no share capital. In the event of the charity being wound up
the trustees and members of the charity are not liable for its debts. The registered office address is disclosed on page 6.
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Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023 (continued)
3 Income from donations and legacies
| Total Donations from trusts Donations-fundraising campaigns Gift aid |
Unrestricted £ 5,000 453,764 27,276 |
Restricted £ 118,717 6,710 - |
Total 2023 £ 123,717 460,474 27,276 |
Unrestricted £ 70,000 386,273 24,828 |
Restricted £ 137,311 5,677 - |
Total 2022 £ 207,311 391,950 24,828 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 486,040 | 125,427 | 611,467 | 481,101 | 142,988 | 624,089 |
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Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023 (continued )
| 4 5 Cost of raising funds Restricted expenditure Unrestricted expenditure Staff costs Fundraising Chief executive officer Support costs (see note 6) Governance costs (see note 6) Staff costs Chief executive officer Grants to Greece (subsidiary) Monitoring trip Professional fees Travel and accommodation Other costs Support costs (see note 6) Governance costs (see note 6) Analysis of expenditure on charitable activities 125,188 503,480 140,540 362,940 503,480 2023 £ 17,260 78,030 7,706 14,576 7,616 2023 £ 25,332 26,972 388,56 46,624 2,072 5,375 2,046 30,538 15,957 |
2023 £ 17,260 78,030 7,706 14,576 7,616 |
2022 £ - 42,974 8,500 11,984 2,353 |
|---|---|---|
| 544,751 143,399 401,352 544,751 65,811 2022 £ 26,010 8,500 408,924 17,679 - 119 25,307 48,657 9,555 |
All the grants paid to Greece were paid to Goodwill Caravan (Greece) which is a subsidiary of the charity.
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6 Analysis of governance and support costs
Current year
| Current year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 45,114 45,114 Staff costs Chief executive officer Governance costs Accountancy services Legal fees General Allocated in proportion to staff costs and CEO time to: Cost of raising funds 14,576 Charitable activities 30,538 Comparative year Staff costs Chief executive officer Other costs Professional fees General 60,641 60,641 Support £ - 8,500 25,208 20,490 6,443 Allocated in proportion to staff costs and CEO time to: Cost of raising funds 11,984 Charitable activities 48,657 Support £ 7,805 1,927 - 20,445 - 14,937 |
Support £ 7,805 1,927 - 20,445 - 14,937 |
Governance £ 7,805 1,927 2,712 2,100 9,029 - |
£ 15,610 3,854 2,712 22,545 9,029 14,937 Total 2023 |
| 23,573 23,573 7,616 15,957 11,908 11,908 2,353 9,555 Governance £ 2,890 8,500 518 - - |
68,687 22,192 46,495 68,687 72,549 14,337 58,212 72,549 Total 2022 £ 2,890 17,000 25,726 20,490 6,443 |
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Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023 (continued)
7 Net income/(expenditure) for the yea r
This is stated after charging/(crediting):
| Wages and salaries Social security costs Pension costs Operating lease rentals: Property Independent examiner's fee Allocated as follows: Cost of raising funds Charitable activities Support costs Governance costs Staff costs Staff costs during the year were as follows: |
2023 £ 11,091 2,100 |
2022 £ 1,685 900 |
|---|---|---|
| 58,202 58,202 2023 £ 52,030 5,145 1,027 17,260 25,332 7,805 7,805 |
28,900 28,900 2022 £ 28,058 - 842 - 26,010 - 2,890 |
8 Staff costs
No employees has employee benefits in excess of £60,000 (2022: Nil).
The average number of staff employed during the period was 2 (2022: 1). The average full time equivalent number of staff employed during the period was 2 (2022: 1).
The key management personnel of the charity comprise the trustees and the Chief Executive Officer. The total employee benefits of the key management personnel of the charity were £Nil (2022: £Nil).
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Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023 (continued)
9 Trustee remuneration and expenses, and related party transactions
The Chief Executive Officer, Hanan Ashegh, is also a trustee of the charity. Professional fees were paid by the charity to
Hanan Ashegh during the year; totalling £38,531 (2022: £34,000). No fees were owed at the year end (2022: £Nil). The
payment of fees to the trustee CEO is permitted by the charity's constitution and has been agreed with the Charity
Commission.
Goodwill Caravan AMKE is a subsidiary of Goodwill Caravan, registered NGO number 2279. During the year, Goodwill
Caravan paid £388,564 (2022: £408924 in grants to Goodwill Caravan (Greece)). Apart from the above, neither the trustees nor any persons connected with them received any remuneration or reimbursed expenses during the year (2022: Nil). Aggregate donations from related parties were £39,250.
There are no donations from related parties which are outside the normal course of business and no restricted donations
from related parties. No trustee or other person related to the charity had any personal interest in any contract or transaction entered into by the charity, including guarantees, during the year (2022: nil).
10 Corporation tax
The charity is exempt from tax on income and gains falling within Chapter 3 of Part 11 of the Corporation Tax Act 2010 or Section 256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 to the extent that these are applied to its charitable objects. No tax charges have arisen in the charity.
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Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023 (continued)
11 Subsidiary entities
The charity has a subsidiary in Greece called Goodwill Caravan AMKE, registered in Greece as NGO number 2279, and a
subsidiary called Goodwill Caravan USA registered in the USA as a limited company number 88-1023537.
The US subsidiary has as yet no income, expenditure, assets or liabilities.
The results of Goodwill Caravan AMKE were as follows:
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Year ended
31 December
2021
£
Income and expenditure account
Income 411,010
Expenditure (396,874)
Surplus 14,136
Reserves brought forward 46,073
60,209
Balance sheet
Fixed assets
31,825
Debtors
18,565
Cash
9,819
Creditors
-
Net assets 60,209
The accounts of Goodwill Caravan AMKE for the year ended 31 December 2022 are not yet
available.
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2023 2022
£ £
Other creditors and accruals 14,641 900
14,641 900
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12 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
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13 Analysis of movements in restricted funds
| Total Al Khair Foundation - Action Triangle Al Khair Foundation - Legal Aid 2023 Al Khair Foundation - Qurbani 2022 Al Khair Foundation - Ramadan 2022 Alborada Trust - Medical Focus Aid - Distribution Focus Aid - Legal Lady Fatemah Trust - Shelter Lady Fatemah Trust - Ramadan 2022 Lady Fatemah Trust - Ramadhan 2023 Yusuf Islam Foundation |
Balance at 1 April 2022 £ - - - - - 1,353 518 855 10,000 - 6,751 |
Income £ 11,710 25,000 1,710 5,000 40,000 - - 30,000 - 5,000 7,007 Expenditure £ (12,627) (24,834) (1,000) (5,893) (39,702) (1,353) (518) (30,855) (10,000) - (13,758) Transfers £ 917 (166) (710) 893 (298) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5,000 - Balance at 31 March 2023 £ |
Income £ 11,710 25,000 1,710 5,000 40,000 - - 30,000 - 5,000 7,007 Expenditure £ (12,627) (24,834) (1,000) (5,893) (39,702) (1,353) (518) (30,855) (10,000) - (13,758) Transfers £ 917 (166) (710) 893 (298) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5,000 - Balance at 31 March 2023 £ |
Income £ 11,710 25,000 1,710 5,000 40,000 - - 30,000 - 5,000 7,007 Expenditure £ (12,627) (24,834) (1,000) (5,893) (39,702) (1,353) (518) (30,855) (10,000) - (13,758) Transfers £ 917 (166) (710) 893 (298) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5,000 - Balance at 31 March 2023 £ |
Income £ 11,710 25,000 1,710 5,000 40,000 - - 30,000 - 5,000 7,007 Expenditure £ (12,627) (24,834) (1,000) (5,893) (39,702) (1,353) (518) (30,855) (10,000) - (13,758) Transfers £ 917 (166) (710) 893 (298) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5,000 - Balance at 31 March 2023 £ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19,477 | 125,427 | (140,540) | 636 | 5,000 |
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Comparative period
| Total Al Khair Foundation - Legal Aid Al Khair Foundation - Ramadan 2022 Alborada Trust - Medical Focus Aid - Distribution Focus Aid - Legal Aid Lady Fatima Trust - Legal Lady Fatemah Trust - Ramadan 2022 Lady Fatemah Trust - Shelter National Lottery Penny Appeal USA Yusuf Islam Foundation |
Balance at 1 April 2021 £ 5,995 4,052 2,113 - - - - - 7,728 - - |
Income £ 5,000 - - 29,731 23,052 34,000 10,000 7,500 - 5,678 28,027 |
Expenditure £ (10,995) (4,052) (2,113) (28,378) (22,534) (34,000) - (6,645) (7,728) (5,678) (21,276) |
Transfers £ - - - - - - - - - - - |
Balance at 31 March 2022 £ - - - 1,353 518 - 10,000 855 - - 6,751 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19,888 | 142,988 | (143,399) | - | 19,477 |
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Name of
Description, nature and purposes of the fund
restricted fund
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| Name of restricted fund |
Description, nature and purposes of the fund |
|---|---|
| Al Khair Foundation - Legal Aid |
To provide legal aid to refugees with their asylum, family reunification and relocation cases in Greece for a 3 month period. |
| Al Khair Foundation - Ramadan 2022 |
To provide emergency food packs to refugees and displaced populations in Greece during the month of Ramadan. |
| Al Khair Foundation - Action Triangle |
The action triangle project combines our 3 core services: legal, shelter and medical. This grant covered the cost for 3 months to provide refugees and displaced populations with a holistic support service. |
| Al Khair Foundation - Legal Aid 2023 |
To provide legal aid to refugees with their asylum, family reunification and relocation cases in Greece for a 3 month period. |
| Al Khair Foundation - Qurbani 2022 |
To provide emergency food packs for refugees and displaced populations in Greece. |
| Alborada Trust - Medical Aid | To provide medical aid service to refugees and displaced populations for an 8 month period in Greece. |
| Focus Aid - Distribution | To provide emergency food packs for refugees and displaced populations in Greece. |
| Focus Aid - Legal Aid | To provide legal aid to refugees with their asylum, family reunification and relocation cases in Greece for a 3 month period. |
| Lady Fatemah Trust - Legal Aid |
To provide legal aid to refugees with their asylum, family reunification and relocation cases in Greece. |
| Lady Fatemah Trust - Ramadan 2022 |
Ramadan appeal for food, providing shelter for women and children and providing legal aid for refugees in Greece. |
| Lady Fatemah Trust - Ramadan 2023 |
To provide emergency food packs and shelter to refugees and displaced populations in Greece during the month of Ramadan. |
| Lady Fatemah Trust - Shelter | To support the running of our women and children shelter in Athens, Greece for refugees. |
| National Lottery | To provide advocacy, counselling and referrals to support agencies and translation support for UK-based refugees. |
| Penny Appeal | To support our Eid campaign to buy toys and food for refugee children in Athens, Greece. |
| Yusuf Islam Foundation | To purchase a bus in Greece to help transport refugees in remote refugee camps to hospitals and asylum services. |
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14 Analysis of movement in unrestricted funds
General fund General fund Comparative period |
Balance at 1 April 2022 £ 5,572 |
486,040 Income £ |
Expenditure £ (488,128) |
Transfers £ (636) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balance at 1 April 2021 £ (8,366) |
Income £ 481,101 |
Expenditure £ (467,163) |
Transfers £ - |
Name of
unrestricted fund Description, nature and purposes of the fund General fund The free reserves
15 Analysis of net assets between funds
| Total Net current assets/(liabilities) Total Comparative period Net current assets/(liabilities) |
2,848 General fund £ 5,572 5,572 General funds £ 2,848 |
Designated funds £ - - Designated funds £ - - |
Restricted funds £ 5,000 5,000 Restricted funds £ 19,477 19,477 |
Total 2023 £ 7,848 7,848 Total 2022 £ 25,049 25,049 |
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16 Operating lease commitments
The charity's total future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases is as follows for each of the following periods:
Less than one year |
Property 2023 2022 £ £ 11,220 9,266 |
Property 2023 2022 £ £ 11,220 9,266 |
Equipment 2023 2022 £ £ - - |
Equipment 2023 2022 £ £ - - |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11,220 | 9,266 | - | - |
17 Reconciliation of net movement in funds to net cash flow from operations
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unds to ne | t cash flow fro |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2022 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Net income/(expenditure) for the year | (17,201) |
13,527 |
| Adjustments for: | ||
| Increase/(decrease) in creditors | 13,741 | 1 |
| Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities | (3,460) | 13,528 |
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