Charity registration number: 1177258
EHSAN TRUST UK TRUSTEES' REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2025
H Raja Associates
Ehsan Trust UK Contents
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| Trustees' Report | 1—4 |
| Independent Examiner's Report | 5 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 6 |
| Statement of Financial Position | 7 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 8—10 |
| The following pages do not form part of the statutory accounts: | |
| Detailed Statement of Financial Activities | 11 |
Ehsan Trust UK Trustees' Report For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
The trustees present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 28 February 2025.
Objectives and Activities
Aims and Objectives
The charity operates in India and its objectives are :
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To relieve financial hardship, distress and suffering among orphans, widows, poor people, victims of natural disasters and other people in need by means of, but not exclusively, making grants or loans for providing or paying for items, equipment, services and facilities, including the provision of food, clean water, clothing, medicines and accommodation for the benefit of the said persons;
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To advance education for the benefit of the poor, the illiterate and the general public by means of, but not exclusively, the provision of scholarships for school, college or higher education;
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To relieve sickness and to preserve good health among persons in need, by means of, but not exclusively, the provision or assistance in the provision of facilities such as testing and treatment centres and eye clinics for the benefit of the said persons;
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To advance the religion of Islam, by means of, but not exclusively, promoting the teachings and tenets of Islam via the assistance in the provision of Islamic education classes and places of worship in accordance with the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace and Blessings be Upon Him) as interpreted by the Ahle Sunnah Wal Jamaah School of Thought.
Significant Activities
Annual Overview of Activities
During the year under review, Ehsan Trust UK continued to deliver essential humanitarian, welfare and religious support to vulnerable communities across India, with a particular focus on West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Gujarat and Kashmir, as well as neighbouring regions. The charity’s activities remained firmly rooted in compassion, dignity and long-term impact, addressing both immediate hardship and sustainable development needs.
Humanitarian Relief and Welfare Support
Ehsan Trust UK provided essential assistance to hundreds of families experiencing poverty and hardship. Monthly food distributions and ration packs ensured access to staple nutrition, while over 300 Iftar packs were distributed during the month of Ramadan to support fasting families.
In addition, clothing, blankets and medicines were distributed in rural and underserved areas, improving access to basic necessities and contributing to primary healthcare support.
For widows, orphans and the most vulnerable households, cash assistance programmes funded through Zakah and Sadaqah enabled beneficiaries to meet their most urgent needs according to personal circumstances, helping to preserve dignity, autonomy and choice.
Water, Sanitation and Community Infrastructure
Access to clean and safe drinking water remained a key priority. During the year, over 25 water hand pumps were installed in water-scarce locations, providing long-term access to potable water for entire communities.
The charity also delivered important sanitation and infrastructure improvements, including the rebuilding of toilet and wudu facilities for small masaajid, significantly enhancing hygiene, accessibility and public health outcomes. In several locations, carpet replacements in masaajid were completed to ensure safe, clean and dignified prayer environments for worshippers.
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Ehsan Trust UK Trustees' Report (continued) For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
Significant Activities - continued
Religious and Community Development
In support of the Deen of Islam, Ehsan Trust UK continued to invest in religious and community infrastructure for underserved populations. The charity is currently constructing four masaajid in rural areas, responding to the needs of growing communities that previously lacked suitable places of worship and communal religious spaces.
Seasonal and Livelihood Programmes
During Eid-ul-Adha, the charity successfully facilitated nearly 1,000 animal Qurbanis, ensuring that sacrificial meat reached impoverished families who otherwise have limited access to nutritious protein. This programme was implemented across multiple regions, including Kashmir, Mewat, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Nepal, enabling support to reach a broad range of vulnerable communities. The initiative both fulfilled a key religious obligation and provided vital food assistance during the festive period.
To promote self-reliance and long-term resilience, sewing machines were distributed to selected households, enabling beneficiaries to develop income-generating skills and reduce dependency on ongoing aid.
Education Support
Ehsan Trust UK continued to advance educational opportunity by providing scholarships to children and young people who lacked the financial means to pursue schooling, college or higher education. These scholarships enabled students to remain in education, supporting improved life chances and long-term social mobility.
Public Benefit
During the year the charity:
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Carried out Eye Cataract surgeries for the poor and needy
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Provided food packs to the poor and needy
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provided education scholarships
The trustees confirm that they have complied with the requirements of Section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit.
Financial Review
Financial Position
The year ended 28 February 2025 for Ehsan Trust UK progressed and ended as expected by the Trustees.
Reserves Policy
It is the policy of the charity that group unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use be maintainted and grown. From this the trustees plan to undertake further humanitarian projects to benefit the poor, deprived and afectees of natural disasters.
As there are no fixed administrative expenses of the charity at present, there is no minimum level for the reserves. Donations are sought as and when trustees become aware of a need in a particular part of India.
Unrestricted general reserves as at 28 February 2025 stood at £23,623 (2024: £18,452).The trustees are satisfied with the performance of the charity during the year and the position at 28 February 2025.
Structure, Governance and Management
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Ehsan Trust UK Trustees' Report (continued) For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
Governing Document
The charity is registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) under the Charities Act 2011. It is governed by its Constitution, last amended 5th January 2018. The charity enjoys charitable status for taxation purposes.
Anyone over the age of 16 can become a member of the charity subject to approval by the trustees.
No trustee has any beneficial interest in the charity.
Trustee Selection Methods
There must be at least three (3) charity trustees. If the number falls below this minimum, the remaining trustee or trustees may act only to call a meeting of the charity trustees, or appoint a new charity trustee pursuant to Clause 10 of the Constitution.
There is no maximum number of charity trustees that may be appointed to the CIO.
Apart from the first Trustees, every trustee must be appointed only after a nomination from any one trustee is presented to the trustees, and the majority of the trustees pass a resolution to appoint the said trustee for a term determined at a properly convened meeting of the Trustees.
Reference and Administrative Details
Trustees
Mr Ebrahim Collector Mr Ismail Desai Ms Sakina Hafesji Mr Mohamed Pirbhai
Charity Number
1177258
Principal Address
58 Lea Bridge Road London E5 9QD
Independent Examiner
H Raja H Raja Associates 2 Fieldhead Street Fieldhead Business Centre Bradford West Yorkshire BD7 1LW
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Ehsan Trust UK Trustees' Report (continued) For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
The trustees' report was approved by the board of trustees and signed on its behalf by:
Mr Ebrahim Collector
Trustee 22 December 2025
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Ehsan Trust UK Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Ehsan Trust UK For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Ehsan Trust UK (the Trust) for the year ended 28 February 2025.
Responsibilities and Basis of Report
As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent Examiner's Statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and contents of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair view' which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
H Raja 22 December 2025 2 Fieldhead Street Fieldhead Business Centre Bradford West Yorkshire BD7 1LW
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Ehsan Trust UK Statement of Financial Activities For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
| Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM: Donations and legacies 3 EXPENDITURE ON: Raising funds 4 Charitable activities: 4 Education/Training The Advancement of Health or Saving of Lives Religious Activities NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS: Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 7 |
2025 Unrestricted funds £ 67,939 |
2024 Unrestricted funds £ 72,507 |
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| 1 (42,767) (20,001) (1,822) |
(1,082) (54,532) (19,825) - |
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| (64,589) | (75,439) | |
| 3,350 | (2,932) | |
| 3,350 18,452 |
(2,932) 21,384 |
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| 21,802 | 18,452 |
The notes on pages 8 to 10 form part of these financial statements.
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Ehsan Trust UK Statement of Financial Position As At 28 February 2025
| Notes CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank and in hand NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES) TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES NET ASSETS FUNDS OF THE CHARITY Unrestricted Funds TOTAL FUNDS 7 On behalf of the board |
2025 Unrestricted funds £ 21,802 |
2024 Total funds £ 18,452 |
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| 21,802 21,802 |
18,452 18,452 |
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| 21,802 | 18,452 | |
| 21,802 | 18,452 | |
| 21,802 | 18,452 | |
| 21,802 | 18,452 | |
Mr Ebrahim Collector Trustee 22 December 2025
The notes on pages 8 to 10 form part of these financial statements.
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Ehsan Trust UK Notes to the Financial Statements For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
1. General Information
Ehsan Trust UK is a charitable incorporated organisation registered with the Charity Commission, registered charity number 1177258. The principal address is 58 Lea Bridge Road, London, E5 9QD.
2. Accounting Policies
2.1. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)", Financial Reporting Standard 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities Act 2011.
The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
2.2. Incoming Resources
General Principles
Incoming resources are recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities (SoFA) when the charity becomes entitled to the income, it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the charity, and the amount can be reliably measured.
Income is recognised when all the following criteria are met:
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Entitlement: The charity has an unconditional right to the income. - Probability: It is more likely than not that economic benefits will flow to the charity.
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Measurement: The amount of income can be measured reliably.
Income is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable.
Donations and Gifts
Voluntary income, including donations and gifts, is recognised when the charity has entitlement, there is sufficient evidence of commitment, and the amount can be measured reliably. Typically this is when funds are received.
2.3. Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents are basic financial assets and include cash in hand and deposits held at call with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments that mature in no more than three months from the date of acquisition and are readily convertible to a known amount of cash with insignificant risk of change in value, and bank overdrafts.
3. Income from Donations and Legacies
| Donations and gifts Gift aid |
2025 Unrestricted funds £ 67,939 - |
2024 Unrestricted funds £ 68,788 3,719 |
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| 67,939 | 72,507 |
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Ehsan Trust UK Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
4. Analysis of Expenditure
| Raising funds Education/Training The Advancement of Health or Saving of Lives Religious Activities Raising funds Education/Training The Advancement of Health or Saving of Lives . Support Costs General administration General administration |
Activities undertaken directly Support costs (see note 5) £ £ - (1) 40,267 2,500 20,001 - 1,822 - 62,090 2,499 Activities undertaken directly Support costs (see note 5) £ £ - 1,082 54,532 - 19,825 - 74,357 1,082 Raising funds Education/Training £ £ (1) 2,500 |
Activities undertaken directly £ - 40,267 20,001 1,822 |
Activities undertaken directly £ - 40,267 20,001 1,822 |
Support costs (see note 5) £ (1) 2,500 - - |
2025 Total £ (1) 42,767 20,001 1,822 |
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| 62,090 | 2,499 | 64,589 | |||
| Activities undertaken directly £ - 54,532 19,825 |
Support costs (see note 5) £ 1,082 - - |
2024 Total £ 1,082 54,532 19,825 |
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| 74,357 | 1,082 | 75,439 | |||
| 2025 Total £ 2,499 |
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| 2024 Raising funds £ 1,082 |
5. Support Costs
6. Average Number of Employees
Average number of employees during the year was: NIL (2024: )
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Ehsan Trust UK Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
- Movement in Funds
| Unrestricted funds General: General unrestricted fund Total funds Unrestricted funds General: General unrestricted fund Total funds |
As at 1 March 2024 £ 18,452 |
Income £ 67,939 |
Expenditure £ (64,589) |
As at 28 February 2025 £ 21,802 |
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| 18,452 | 67,939 | (64,589) | 21,802 | |
| As at 1 March 2023 £ 21,384 |
Income £ 72,507 |
Expenditure £ (75,439) |
As at 29 February 2024 £ 18,452 |
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| 21,384 | 72,507 | (75,439) | 18,452 |
8. Transactions with Trustees
During the year the expenses reimbursed to the trustees or paid directly to third parties were as follows:
| 2025 | 2024 |
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| £ | £ |
9. Related Party Disclosures
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Ehsan Trust UK Detailed Statement of Financial Activities For The Year Ended 28 February 2025
| INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM: Donations and legacies Donations and gifts Gift aid EXPENDITURE ON: Raising funds Bank charges Other office costs Sundry expenses Charitable Activities: Education/Training Cost of direct charitable activity - Scholarships Cost of direct charitable activity - Building Maintenance Charitable donations The Advancement of Health or Saving of Lives Cost of direct charitable activity - Cataract Operations Cost of direct charitable activity - Food Parcels Religious Activities Cost of direct charitable activity - Food Parcels NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) |
2025 Total funds £ 67,939 - |
2024 Total funds £ 68,788 3,719 |
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| 67,939 | 72,507 | |
| 67,939 - - 1 |
72,507 (241) (840) (1) |
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| 1 (10,400) (29,867) (2,500) |
(1,082) (24,406) (30,126) - |
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| (42,767) (3,000) (17,001) |
(54,532) (4,000) (15,825) |
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| (20,001) (1,822) |
(19,825) - |
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| (1,822) | - | |
| (64,589) | (75,439) | |
| 3,350 | (2,932) |
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