Charity Registration No. 1176695
UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
(A CHARITABLE INCORPORATED ORGANISATION)
REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
ANSARI & CO
Charity Accountants & Consultants
BIRMINGHAM
B28 8JG
UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
CONTENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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| Pages | |
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| Legal and Administrative Information | 2 |
| Trustees’ Report | 3 - 8 |
| Independent Examiner’s Report | 9 - 10 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 11 |
| Balance Sheet | 12 |
| Cash Flow Statement | 13 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 14 - 22 |
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
| _______________ | _______________ | _______________ |
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| Trustees | Yasar Mohammed | |
| Toyaba Ali | ||
| Farid Ahmed | ||
| Aamir Patel | (appointed on: 05/01/2024) | |
| Ali Shan | (appointed on: 26/08/2024, and | |
| resigned on: 23/03/2025) | ||
| Principal Address | 3 Thrum Hall Close | |
| Halifax | ||
| HX1 4JS | ||
| Charity Number | 1176695 | |
| Independent Examiner | Mohammad Ansari | |
| Ansari & Co | ||
| Charity Accountants and Consultants | ||
| Kings Court, 17 School | Road | |
| Birmingham | ||
| B28 8JG | ||
| Bankers | Barclays Bank Plc | |
| Leicester | ||
| LE87 2BB |
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
TRUSTEES’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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The Trustees present their report and financial statements for the year ended 31 May 2025. The Trustees confirm that the Annual report and financial statements of the charity comply with the current statutory requirements, the requirements of the charity's governing document and the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) "Accounting and Reporting by Charities" applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 01 January 2019).
Structure, governance and management
Governing document/Constitution
Unique Children’s Charity (working name ‘UC3’), is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). The charity was established by Constitution and registered with the Charity Commission on 17 January 2018, under number 1176695.
Tax status
The charity is registered as a CIO and is therefore exempt from corporation tax and income tax.
Recruitment and training of trustees
The Board of Trustees currently consists of Trustees who were recruited due to their commitment and expertise. Role descriptions, where applicable, are issued to each Trustee and a full induction is given setting out the obligations of a Trustee. The list of current Trustees can be found on page 2 of this document.
Organisational structure
The Charity is principally based in Halifax, UK but works with organisations across the United Kingdom and abroad. The Trustees are responsible for the governance of the Charity, and the day-to-day management is performed by the Trustees and a volunteer run management committee.
Volunteers
The charity is being run through the kind help of at least eight committed volunteers making up the equivalent time of two full time employees. The Trustees would like to thank all the volunteers without whom the Charity would not be able to run.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
TRUSTEES’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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Keys risks and uncertainties
The Trustees actively review the major risks which the Charity faces on a regular basis, in particular those relating to its operations and finances. They are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate the charity’s exposure to the major risks. The risk management strategy comprises:
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A regular review of the risks which the Charity may face;
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The adequacy of current systems and procedures to mitigate those risks identified in the strategy;
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The implementation of procedures designed to minimise any potential risk on the Charity should any of those risks materialise.
The strategy will be reviewed regularly by the Trustees.
Aims, objectives and activities
Aims, objectives and intended impacts
Objects:
The advancement of education and the relief of need, of socially and economically disadvantaged and sick children and young people in such parts of the world as the trustees shall from time to time determine.
In particular but not exclusively by providing: grants, items and services, to individuals in need and/or charities or other organisations working to assist them.
Public benefit statement
The section of this report above entitled ‘Aims, objectives and activities’ sets out the aims and priorities of the Charity. The Trustees have considered this matter, in conjunction with the guidance contained in the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit, and have concluded:
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That the aims of the Charity continue to be charitable;
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That the aims and work done give identifiable benefits to the charitable sector and both indirectly and directly to individuals in need;
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That the benefits are for the public, are not unreasonably restricted in any way and certainly not by ability to pay
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That there is no detriment or harm arising from the aims or activities.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
TRUSTEES’ REPORT
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Review of achievements and performance for the year
Throughout 2024, the charity continued to deliver a wide range of impactful initiatives both locally and internationally, responding to urgent humanitarian needs while strengthening community engagement. Key activities included the delivery of seasonal and faith-based programmes such as Refugee Day and Eid Qurbani , alongside international deployments to Morocco and Turkey/ Shaam. The charity successfully facilitated the shipment of a container to Turkey/ Shaam and completed its fourth school refurbishment project, significantly improving access to education for vulnerable children. Fundraising initiatives such as the Pedal 4 Palestine Appeal and the Blackpool Charity Cycle further supported emergency responses, particularly for Palestine, where multiple appeals were launched to address escalating needs.
The organisation also prioritised long-term impact through projects such as Umrah for Orphans , providing life-changing experiences for vulnerable children, and continued its commitment to supporting communities affected by conflict, including ongoing deployments in Syria. Towards the end of the year, efforts aligned with significant developments on the ground, ensuring that aid remained responsive and relevant.
In 2025, the charity has built on this momentum, delivering a diverse and ambitious programme of activities both locally and internationally. The year began with the Makkah to Madinah Ride and Umrah with Orphans, reinforcing the organisation’s commitment to combining physical challenge with charitable giving. A significant number of deployments took place across multiple countries, including Pakistan, Turkey/Syria and Morocco, ensuring the delivery of essential aid such as food parcels, water wells, and emergency relief.
Alongside international efforts, the organisation has continued to support local communities in the UK through initiatives such as Eid gift distributions and community fundraising events like the Day of Giving. Locally, we have also worked with disadvantaged children and young people from BAME communities, providing sports and fitness programmes and access to man youth enrichment activities.
Overall, the breadth and scale of activities across both years demonstrate the charity’s strong commitment to humanitarian relief, community engagement, and sustainable impact. Through strategic partnerships, dedicated volunteers, and continued donor support, the organisation has been able to respond effectively to both ongoing and emerging needs, while maintaining a clear focus on its core mission and values.
Fundraising campaigns in 2024-2025: -
2024:
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Refugee Day (Jun)
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Eid Qurbani (Jun)
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Morocco Deployment (Al Ajar, Jul)
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Container for Syria (Jul)
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Pedal 4 Palestine Appeal (Aug)
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Syria 4th School Refurb (Aug)
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Umrah 4 Orphans (Sep)
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Gaza UWT Appeal (Sep)
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Charity Cycle (Blackpool, Sep)
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Gaza Appeal (Kobeda, Oct)
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Syria Deployment (Nov)
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Syria Liberation (Dec)
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Umrah4Orphans Hub (Dec)
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
TRUSTEES’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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Review of achievements and performance for the year (continued)
Fundraising campaigns in 2024-2025: -
2025:
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Makkah to Madinah Ride (Jan)
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Umrah with Orphans (Jan)
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Blessed Lands Appeal (Feb)
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Day of Giving (Coco Crème, Mar)
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Rethink Syria Deployment (Mar)
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Gaza Bread Factory Appeal (Mar)
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Pakistan Deployment (Parcels, Mar)
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Afghanistan Deployment (Mar)
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Al Aqsa Iftari (Mar)
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Palestine Deployment (Mar)
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Al Aqsa Hifz Project (Mar)
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Morocco Food Parcels (Mar)
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Gaza Limbs Appeal (Apr)
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Orphans Eid Appeal (May)
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Eid Gifts (UK, May)
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Eid Qurbani (May)
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Water Wells (Pakistan, 2025)
Financial review
The principal source of funding for the Charity is from individual donors. Voluntary donations received in the period amounted to £530,198 (2023-24: £480,290). This sustained high income figure in recent years is due to a continued emphasis on campaigning for new projects on social media and through volunteer networks. Charitable expenditure in the period came to £620,485 (2023-24: £387,856). Non-charitable costs are kept under tight control, monitored regularly and currently paid for by Trustees.
Reserves Policy
The Charity holds unrestricted funds which have been provided to the charity via donations and charitable activities. Under the terms of the donations, the charity must retain the assets in perpetuity and can only use the income to support its charitable activities.
The unrestricted funds represent income earned but not yet utilised in supporting charitable activities. At 31 May 2025, the charity held unrestricted and undesignated reserves of £186,745 (2024: £272,534). Restricted funds at the end of the period came to £19,522 (2024: £24,020).
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
TRUSTEES’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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Financial review (continued)
Going Concern
The Charity reported a cash outflow for the period of £90,287 (2024: Inflow of £92,434) and expects to make an inflow in the coming year. After making further appropriate enquiries and gaining assurances over income levels, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future and at least 12 months from the date of signing these financial statements. For this reason, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.
Future plans
To further enhance the Umrah for Orphans programme, the charity has identified the need to place greater emphasis on structured charity challenges as a key engagement and educational tool. These challenges have proven to be highly popular and effective in increasing community participation, while also deepening understanding of the charity’s work. They provide valuable opportunities for individuals from the local community to get involved, support initiatives on the ground, and directly engage with beneficiaries. Planned activities include a range of fitness-based challenges such as cycling events, 5km and 10km runs, as well as half and full marathons, both locally and internationally. These initiatives not only promote health and wellbeing but also serve as a powerful platform for fundraising, awareness, and long-term supporter engagement.
Statement of Trustees’ responsibilities
The Trustees are required to prepare financial statements for each financial year in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice), which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Charity and the incoming resources and application of resources, including the net income and expenditure for the year. In preparing those financial statements, the Trustees are required to:
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select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;
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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 departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements; and
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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 business.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Charity and which enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and all other applicable law. 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.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
TRUSTEES’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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Accounts preparation
The Trustees confirm that the accounts comply with current statutory requirements, and with those of the governing instrument.
This report was approved by the Trustees on 30 March 2026 and signed on their behalf, by:
Yasar Mohammed
Trustee
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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Independent Examiner’s Report to the Trustees of Unique Children’s Charity
I report on the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 May 2025 which are set out on pages 11 to 22.
This report is made solely to the charity’s Trustees, as a body, in accordance with section 145 and the regulations made under section 154 of the Charities Act 2011. My work has been undertaken so that I might state to the charity’s trustees those matters I am required to state to them in an independent examiner’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charity and the charity’s trustees as a body, for my work, for this report, or for the opinions I have formed.
Respective Responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
The Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements. The Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this period under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
Having satisfied myself that the company is not subject to audit under charity or company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
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examine the financial statements under section 145 of the Act;
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follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act; and
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state whether particular matters have come to my attention
Basis of Independent Examiner’s Report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the 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 financial statements presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the financial statements, and seeks 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 I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the financial statements.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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Independent Examiner’s Statement
In the course of my examination, no matter has come to my attention:-
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1) 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 Act; and
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to prepare financial statements which accord with the accounting records and comply with accounting requirements of the Act and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities have not been met; or
2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached.
Signed on 30 March 2026:
Mohammad Ansari
Ansari & Co
Charity Accountants & Consultants Kings Court, 17 School Road Birmingham, B28 8JG
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total |
Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | ||
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| Funds | Funds | 2025 | Funds | Funds | 2024 | ||
| Note | £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Income from: | |||||||
| Donations and legacies | 2,3 | 153,753 |
376,445 | 530,198 | 326,713 | 153,577 | 480,290 |
| __ | __ | __ | __ | __ | _ | ||
| Total income | 153,753 | 376,445 | 530,198 | 326,713 | 153,577 | 480,290 | |
| __ | __ | __ | __ | __ | _ | ||
| Expenditure on: | |||||||
| Charitable activities | 4,5 | 66,140 |
554,345 | 620,485 | 540 | 387,316 | 387,856 |
| __ | __ | __ | __ | __ | _ | ||
| Total expenditure | 66,140 | 554,345 | 620,485 | 540 | 387,316 | 387,856 | |
| __ | __ | __ | __ | __ | _ | ||
| Net income/(expenditure) | |||||||
| before transfer | 87,613 | (177,900) | (90,287) | 326,173 | (233,739) | 92,434 | |
| Transfers between funds | (173,402) | 173,402 | - | (176,279) | 176,279 | - | |
| __ | __ | __ | __ | __ | _ | ||
| Net movement in funds | (85,789) | (4,498) | (90,287) | 149,894 | (57,460) | 92,434 | |
| Reconciliation of funds | |||||||
| Total funds brought forward | 272,534 | 24,020 | 296,554 | 122,640 | 81,480 | 204,120 | |
| __ | __ | __ | __ | __ | _ | ||
| Total funds carried forward | 186,745 | 19,522 | 206,267 | 272,534 | 24,020 | 296,554 | |
| __ | __ | __ | __ | __ | _ |
The notes on pages 14 to 22 form part of these financial statements.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MAY 2025
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| 2025 | 2024 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Note | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Fixed assets | |||||
| Tangible fixed assets | 8 | 7,310 | 7,310 | ||
| Current assets | |||||
| Cash at bank and in-hand | 13 | 198,957 | 289,244 | ||
| __ | __ | ||||
| 198,957 | 289,244 | ||||
| Net current assets | 198,957 | 289,244 | |||
| __ | __ | ||||
| Net assets | 206,267 | 296,554 | |||
| __ | __ | ||||
| Funds | |||||
| Unrestricted funds: General reserve | 10 | 186,745 | 272,534 | ||
| Restricted funds | 10 | 19,522 | 24,020 | ||
| __ | __ | ||||
| 206,267 | 296,554 | ||||
| __ | __ |
The notes on pages 14 to 22 form part of these financial statements.
The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on 30 March 2026 & signed on their behalf, by:
Yasar Mohammed Trustee
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
CASH FLOW STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
| _______________ | _______________ | _______________ | _______________ |
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| Note | 2025 | 2024 |
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| £ | £ | ||
| Cash flows from operating activities: | |||
| Net cash provided by operating activities | 12 | (90,287) | 92,434 |
| __ | __ | ||
| Cash flows from investing activities: | |||
| Purchase of fixed assets | 8 | - | - |
| __ | __ | ||
| Net cash provided by investing activities | - | - | |
| __ | __ | ||
| Increase / (decrease) in cash & cash equivalents | |||
| in the reporting period | (90,287) | 92,434 | |
| __ | __ | ||
| Cash & cash equivalents at the beginning of | |||
| the reporting period | 289,244 | 196,810 | |
| __ | __ | ||
| Cash & cash equivalents at the end of the | |||
| reporting period | 13 | 198,957 | 289,244 |
| __ | __ |
The notes on pages 14 to 22 form part of these financial statements.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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1. Accounting policies
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) (effective 1 January 2019) - (Charities SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.
The Charity meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy.
The following principal accounting policies have been applied:
a) Incoming resources
Income includes the total funds received during the period and comprises donations collected directly or by volunteers and income from fundraising events. Income is recognised in the period in which the charity is entitled to receipt and the amount can be measured with reasonable certainty.
Income tax reclaimable under the Gift Aid Scheme is recognised on an accruals basis once income is considered probable.
Donors are given the option to restrict their donation when it is made. Any Gift Aid claimed on restricted donations is classed as unrestricted income.
b) Resources expended and basis of allocation
Expenditure is included when incurred and has been shown in the Statement of Financial Activities inclusive of non-recoverable Value Added Tax.
Expenditure on operational programmes is recognised in the period in which it is incurred.
Currently all costs are directly attributable to specific activities, but where required, certain shared costs will be apportioned to general funds and activities in furtherance of the objects of the Charity.
c ) Funds accounting
General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the company and which have not been designated for other purposes.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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c ) Funds accounting (cont.)
Designated funds are unrestricted funds earmarked by the trustees for particular purposes.
Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the company for particular purposes. The costs of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund.
d) Tangible Fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are depreciated per the following rates:
Land - Not depreciated
Tangible assets bought for less than £1,000 are not capitalised.
e) Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due after any trade discount. Prepayments are valued at the amount paid in advance net of any trade discounts.
f) Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and 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 account.
g) Financial instruments
The charity only enters into basic financial instruments transactions that result in the recognition of financial assets and liabilities like trade and other accounts receivable and payable.
h) Judgements in applying accounting policies and key sources of estimation uncertainty
In preparing the Financial Statements, management is required to make estimates and assumptions which affect reported income, expenses, assets, liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. Use of available information and application of judgement are inherent in the formation of estimates, together with expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results in the future could differ from such estimates.
The directors consider that there are no significant areas of key judgement or estimation uncertainty.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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2. Donations and legacies
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Funds | |
| 2025 | 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Voluntary donations | 153,753 | 376,445 | 530,198 | 480,290 |
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| 153,753 | 376,445 | 530,198 | 480,290 | |
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| 3. Analysis of voluntary donations income | ||||
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Funds | |
| 2025 | 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Orphans & Children | - | 239,730 | 239,730 | 15,157 |
| Food & Qurbani | - | 72,039 | 72,039 | 67,348 |
| Education | - | 24,192 | 24,192 | 12,730 |
| Safe Water | - | 5,252 | 5,252 | 5,550 |
| Medical | - | 3,200 | 3,200 | - |
| Zakat funds – General * | - | 32,032 | 32,032 | 52,792 |
| Sadaqah & general funds | 153,753 | - | 153,753 | 326,713 |
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| 153,753 | 376,445 | 530,198 | 480,290 | |
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ |
* Any activity funds which were donated specifically to a designated cause are included in the cause specific figures above and only funds specifically donated as Zakat only are included in the Zakat funds – General category.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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| 4. Charitable expenditure | ||||
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| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Funds | |
| 2025 | 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Grants distributed | 66,140 | 554,345 | 620,485 | 387,856 |
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| 66,140 | 554,345 | 620,485 | 387,856 | |
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| 5. Analysis of charitable expenditure | ||||
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Funds | |
| 2025 | 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Orphans & Children | - | 155,379 | 155,379 | 111,200 |
| Food & Qurbani | - | 170,544 | 170,544 | 158,961 |
| Education | - | 152,725 | 152,725 | 71,695 |
| Zakat funds – General * | - | 59,347 | 59,347 | - |
| Safe Water | - | 9,750 | 9,750 | - |
| Medical | - | 6,600 | 6,600 | 10,000 |
| Housing & Shelter |
20,700 | - | 20,700 | 24,000 |
| Sports in Need |
45,240 | - | 45,240 | 12,000 |
| Dawah |
200 | - | 200 | - |
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| 66,140 | 554,345 | 620,485 | 387,856 | |
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ |
* Any activity funds which were donated specifically to a designated cause are included in the cause specific figures above and only funds specifically donated as Zakat only are included in the Zakat funds – General category.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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6. Staff & trustees costs
There were no employees in the period (2023-24: Nil).
During the period £NIL of expenses were incurred for the reimbursement of Trustees’ expenses (2023-24: £Nil). The Trustees received no other remuneration for this period or the prior period.
7. Volunteers
The charity is being run through the kind help of many committed volunteers. The Trustees would like to thank all the volunteers without whom the Charity would not be able to run. A note must be made of the hard work of those Trustees and volunteers who have been personally involved in carrying out distribution of aid in all parts of the world. They spent their own time overseas, paying for their own travel and accommodation and all associated costs, in ensuring that the aid reached places where it was needed. The charity is indebted to the service they have provided.
8. Fixed assets
| 8. Fixed assets | ||
|---|---|---|
| **Land *** | Total | |
| £ | £ | |
| Cost | ||
| At 31 May 2024 |
7,310 |
7,310 |
| Additions | - | - |
| ___ | __ | |
| At 31 May 2025 | 7,310 | 7,310 |
| ___ | __ | |
| Depreciation | ||
| At 31 May 2024 | - | - |
| Charge for the period | - | - |
| ___ | __ | |
| At 31 May 20245 | - | - |
| ___ | __ | |
| Net book value | ||
| At 31 May 2025 | 7,310 | 7,310 |
| ___ | __ | |
| At 31 May 2024 | 7,310 | 7,310 |
| ___ | __ |
* Land was purchased in January 2021 in the charity’s name in The Gambia, in order to build a school. The land value is based on the purchase price and not depreciated. Building work on the land began in late 2023 and is expected to be finished by the end of 2026.
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UNIQUE CHILDREN’S CHARITY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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9. Analysis of net assets between funds
| (a) Current year |
Unrestricted | Restricted | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| funds | funds | funds | |
| £ | £ | £ | |
| Fund balances at 31 May 2025 are represented by: | |||
| Fixed assets |
- | 7,310 | 7,310 |
| Net current assets |
186,745 | 12,212 | 198,957 |
| __ | __ | ___ | |
| Total funds |
186,745 | 19,522 | 206,267 |
| __ | __ | ___ | |
| (b) Prior year |
Unrestricted | Restricted | Total |
| funds | funds | funds | |
| £ | £ | £ | |
| Fund balances at 31 May 2024 are represented by: | |||
| Fixed assets |
- | 7,310 | 7,310 |
| Net current assets |
272,534 | 16,710 | 289,244 |
| __ | __ | ___ | |
| Total funds |
272,534 | 24,020 | 296,554 |
| __ | __ | ___ |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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10. Statement of funds
| 2024-25 (Current year): | Brought | Incoming | Resources | Fund | Carried |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| forward | resources | expended | transfers | forward | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| (a) Restricted funds | |||||
| Orphans & Children | - | 239,730 | (155,379) | (84,351) | - |
| Food & Qurbani |
- | 72,039 | (170,544) | 98,505 | - |
| Education | - | 24,192 | (152,725) | 128,533 | - |
| Safe Water | 16,710 | 5,252 | (9,750) | - | 12,212 |
| Medical | - | 3,200 | (6,600) | 3,400 | - |
| Zakat funds – General * | - | 32,032 | (59,347) | 27,315 | - |
| The Gambia – Land |
7,310 | - | - | - | 7,310 |
| __ | __ | ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| Total restricted funds | 24,020 | 376,445 | (554,345) | 173,402 | 19,522 |
| __ | __ | ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| * Any activity funds which were donated | specifically to a designated cause are included in the cause specific | ||||
| figures above and only funds specifically | donated as Zakat only are included in the Zakat funds – General | ||||
| category. | |||||
| 2024-25 (Current year): | Brought | Incoming | Resources | Fund | Carried |
| forward | resources | expended | transfers | forward | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| (b) Unrestricted funds | |||||
| General reserve |
272,534 | 153,753 | (66,140) | (173,402) | 186,745 |
| __ | __ | ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| Total funds |
296,554 | 530,198 | (620,485) | - | 206,267 |
| __ | __ | ___ | ___ | ___ |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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10. Statement of funds (continued)
| 2023-24 (Prior year): Total restricted funds Total unrestricted Total funds |
Brought forward £ 81,480 122,640 __ 204,120 |
Incoming resources £ 153,577 326,713 __ 480,290 |
Resources expended £ (387,316) (540) ___ (387,856) |
Fund transfers £ 176,279 (176,279) ___ - |
Carried forward £ 24,020 272,534 ___ 296,554 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11. Related parties
There were no related party transactions in the current year or the prior year.
12. Reconciliation of cash flows from operating activities
| 2025 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
Net income / (expenditure) for the reporting period |
(90,287) |
92,434 |
| ___ | ___ | |
| Net cash provided by operating activities | (90,287) | 92,434 |
| ___ | ___ |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MAY 2025
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13. Analysis of cash and cash equivalents
| 13. Analysis of cash and cash equivalents | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| £ | £ | ||
| Cash at bank and in hand | 198,957 | 289,244 | |
| ___ | ___ | ||
| Total of cash and cash equivalents | 198,957 | 289,244 | |
| ___ | ___ | ||
| 13A. Analysis of changes in net debt | |||
| At start | Cash flows | At end | |
| of year | in year | of year | |
| £ | £ | £ | |
| Cash at bank and in hand |
289,244 |
(90,287) | 198,957 |
| ___ | ___ | ___ | |
| Total of cash and cash equivalents | 289,244 |
(90,287) | 198,957 |
| ___ | ___ | ___ |
14. Ultimate controlling party
The Trustees do not consider there to be an ultimate controlling party.
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