Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01 May 2022 Period start date To Period end date 30 April 2023
Charity name: Bigger Heart Zanzibar
Charity registration number: 1179065
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | For the public benefit to promote the education including social and physical training of people under the age of 25 living in Wales and in Africa in such a way that the trustees think fit, including by: 1.awarding to such persons scholarships, maintenance allowance or grants tenable at any university, college or institution of higher or further education 2.Providing their education (including the study of music or other arts). 3.To undertake travel in furtherance of that education or to prepare for entry to any occupation, trade or profession on leaving any educational establishment. |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
We work to enrich the lives of children, young people and vulnerable members of the community. Our mission is to empower these groups of people, ensuring brighter futures despite their backgrounds. We focus on promoting health, fitness, education and sustainability. We provide the necessary tools required by those we support and access to education through innovative ways of engagement. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | We can confirm that the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. |
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SORP reference
| SORP reference | ||
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| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 | |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
Para 1.38 | |
| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 | Our organisation is volunteer-led, and we owe much of our success this past year to the dedication and support of our volunteers. Their contributions have been invaluable, spanning various roles and responsibilities. From organising community events and facilitating workshops to providing administrative assistance and supporting our outreach, our volunteers have been the backbone of our operations. Their passion, commitment, and countless hours of service have enabled us to achieve our goals and make a meaningful impact in the community. |
| Other |
Achievements and Performance
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | Our“Connected” projectwas designedfor | ||
| childrenbetweenthe ages of5 and11 | ||||
| fromtypicallylow income backgrounds,for | ||||
| themto come together, connectwitheach | ||||
| other,whilst exploring themselves and | ||||
| learning the art of self-expression. In total, | ||||
| wehad 8 different events overthemonths | ||||
| which led to 335 engagements with a | ||||
| maximumof80kids. | ||||
| The projecthad 3 different themes | ||||
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Encouraging selfexpressionand | |||
| selfawareness | ||||
| Thiswas done throughthe arts and crafts | ||||
| sessions suchas snow housemaking and | ||||
| jewellerymaking. The sessionshelpedkid | ||||
| to express theirpersonalities , using | ||||
| materials that theylove. Inaddition,kids |
were empowered to share their creativity with the group, which contributed to them feeling seen and appreciated. - Improving mental wellbeing, increasing cohesion and connectedness Through our social events for example the Christmas Party and visit to Limitless Trampoline Park, the kids and their parents reported feeling overjoyed and happy to be with new friends. Kids reported how impactful the events had been. Coming out of Covid, their mental health had been negatively affected with them feeling sad and alone. Kids reported that these events made them feel whole and alive again. - Building independence, confidence and resilience Through activities such as the sandwich making session and rock climbing, the kids were given an opportunity to channel their creative minds and problem solving skills to achieve a particular goal. Whilst all activities were fun, kids were empowered to build their self-confidence in their abilities as well as independence. - Exploration of the local environment Our trips to places like Plantasia were key in providing exploration opportunities to kids who might not other have them mainly due to financial constraints of their parents. These experiences were educational for the kids, who reported feeling happy because they had widened their knowledge and taken part in friendly competitions with their friends. Overall, the project was a resounding success. What we are most proud of is we were able to involve children with disabilities and special needs, who are often left out in mainstream activities and isolated from their peers. In addition, we engaged with 12 volunteers who improved their skills in the duration of the project.
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | This was our first major initiative undertaken post-COVID pandemic and after the lifting of restrictions. Our primary objective was to reconnect communities and provide support to families most affected by the crisis. We are proud to have successfully achieved these goals. Through various activities we were able to foster a sense of unity and provide much-needed assistance to those hardest hit by the pandemic. Our efforts have not only brought communities together but also helped to rebuild trust and resilience among the families we serve. |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | In this financial year, Bigger Heart Zanzibar was awarded £10,000 by The National Lottery Community Fund Wales. |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | N/A |
| Other | N/A Feedback from kids and parents: ‘I love this craft because we can express our personalities in our art and the lady likes us doing our own thing’- Aaliyah, aged 10 ‘I can’t decide what I enjoyed the most because I enjoyed everything!’ ‘I loved this lesson. I can’t wait to see you again!’- Sara, aged 9 ‘The kids enjoyed it a lot, the activities were really good. It's a good thing to happen in the local area’ –Naila ‘Fantastic event, very well put together! Amazing to see how this event brought kids together from diverse backgrounds’ –Catlin ‘The kids always enjoy theBigger Heart Zanzibar events because they can make friends from different ethnicities and nationalities. All the organisers are always very kind and friendly’ -Katia |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | The trustees were delighted to receive grants and donations in this period 01 May 2022 to 30 April 2023, which resulting in incoming resources totalling £11,001. We are grateful to The National Lottery Community Fund Wales and individual donors from the public. The total resources expended in this period total £10,768. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | Bigger Heart Zanzibar aims to keep approximately three months running costs in reserves. This is also to cover any emergency. To achieve this, we will aim to put £1,000 per year into the reserves from income until that level is achieved. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £456 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | N/A The charity has until now been relying on restricted project funding which has not made it possible to put away a lot of funds for the reserves. We will be working on securing more funding for unrestricted expenses and core functions of the charity. |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | The charity has neither the intention nor the need to liquidate or curtail materially the scale of its operations and the charity will remain in existence long enough for its assets to be used. |
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| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | The charity's Statement of Financial Activities shows that all the income generated over this period was restricted in nature. Following initial meetings, plans have been developed to explore more extensive fundraising in future periods. In particular, the trustees plan to seek funds for developing trading activities and for specific projects which will further the objects of the charity. |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | The trustees are currently exploring the idea of investing any future reserves as an effective way to generate income, and the organisation will aim to follow a proper process and secure the help of experts in order to develop a strategy that could generate good returns for our organisation. |
| The primary risk Is the charity relying on restricted fundingwhich will be mitigated by |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | diversification of income in the next financial year. |
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| Other | Our future plans are to continue to make a difference by tackling poverty and social inequality faced by young people and empowering them through education, health and wellbeing. To be able to do that and reach as many people as possible we will have to work towards increasing our and growing our core/unrestricted income so that we can continue developing as an organisation. |
Structure, Governance and Management
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 |
Constitution |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | CIO |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | (1) Apart from the first charity trustees, every trustee must be appointed for a term of three years by a resolution passed at a properly convened meeting of the charity trustees. (2) In selecting individuals for appointment as charity trustees, the charity trustees must have regard to the skills, knowledge and experience needed for the effective administration of the CIO. |
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| Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 | The charity trustees will make available to each new charity trustee, on or before his or her first appointment: (a) a copy of the current version of this constitution; and (b) a copy of the CIO’s latest Trustees’ Annual Report and statement of accounts. |
| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | The charity trustees are responsible for the general control and management of the charity. The trustees give their time freely and receive no remuneration or other financial benefits. The trustees meet as a body every quarter and are responsible for all decisions taken in relation to management of the organisation's resources and the activities provided by the charity. To assist in the smooth running of the charity the trustees have appointed a Director that helps them oversee all aspects of the charity's work. The day-to-day management of the Charity and projects are delegated to the Director. The current chairperson is Nawal Simpson who is one of the co-founders of the charity and is a young person herself. She is a motivated individual with strong communication skills who likes to volunteer for a good cause and make positive changes in the life of the most marginalised young people. Her role as a Trustee and Chair is to ensure the organisation is keeping in line with its principles and purpose, which are set out in our governing document. |
| Our current Director Layla Yahya, is one of the other co-Founders of Bigger Heart. She possesses strong interpersonal skills and is able to identify gaps in society and design creative tools to address them. Layla is passionate about young people and children and that drives all her work. Her main role is to act as a liaison between the board of trustees and the rest of the organisation, and ensures project delivery is in line with the charity’s objectives. |
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| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | One of the charity’s core values is collaboration. Our work would not be possible without partnership on a local level with primary schools and the council. |
| Other | N/A |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Bigger Heart Zanzibar |
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| Other name the charity uses | Bigger Heart |
| Registered charity number | 1179065 |
| Charity’s principal address | 53 Pen y Garn, Pentrechwyth Swansea SA1 7ET |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (if any) |
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| Nawal Simpson | Bigger Heart Zanzibar | |||
| Salim Mohammed | Bigger Heart Zanzibar | |||
| EllyHerminawati | Bigger Heart Zanzibar | |||
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name Layla Yahya
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets N/A held in this capacity Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of Name Address adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
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Declarntions The trusta•s declarft that they ha approvod the tn00$. rnport above. Slgnod on behalf of the charltys trustees Signaturn{s) Full name(s) Position {¢g S•cr•tary, Chair, et¢) Nav*81 Simpson Chair 22 Juty 2024
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Bigger Heart Zanzibar 1179065
Receipts and payments accounts CC16a
For the period 01/05/2022 30/04/2023
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from
Section A Receipts and payments
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
Total funds Last year
funds funds funds
to the nearest
to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £
£
A1 Receipts
Donations 223 - 223 735
Grants - - - 16,500
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Sub total (Gross income for
- 223 - 223 17,235
AR)
A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table).
- - - - -
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Sub total - - - - -
Total receipts - 223 - 223 17,235
A3 Payments
Equipment 3,217 - 3,217 5,949
Accountant 400 - 400 396
Project Coordinator fees 5,263 - 5,263 500
Professional fees 700 - 700 -
Bakk charges - 57 - 57 16
Room Hire - 198 - 198 -
Website - 203 - 203 -
Traavel - 730 - 730 -
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Sub total [ - ] 10,768 - 10,768 6,861
A4 Asset and investment
purchases, (see table)
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- - - -
Sub total [ - ] - - - -
Total payments - 10,768 - 10,768 6,861
Net of receipts/(payments) - - 10,545 - - 10,545 10,374
A5 Transfers between funds - - - - -
A6 Cash funds last year end - 11,001 - 11,001 627
Cash funds this year end - 456 - 456 11,001
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CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
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