Annual Report
Charity name: NKURINGO EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT (NECS)
Charity registration number: 1181777
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Nkuringo Education and Community Support is a UK basedcharity supporting both education and the community inNkuringo, a region in South West Uganda. |
| Summary of the mainactivities in relation to thosepurposes for the public beneft, in particular, the activities, projects or services identifed in the accounts. |
Sponsorship of local children to attend either Primary or Secondary School. A defned sum is paid yearly to cover full board, educational materials and uniform. Building of Classrooms and Dormitories for students andteachers, funding of desks and material requirements to enable the schools to provide a full education and enable the students to pass the government exams. Provision of agricultural animals, seeds & equipment to the schools to enable pupils, parents & staf to grow food sustainably. Provision of appropriately scaled infrastructure (including water tanks, solar panels and other equipment) for the local community to overcome the dificulties of living in a remote region with minimal access to utilities. Provision of agricultural animals, seeds & equipment to local people to grow food sustainably. Provision of medical funds to enable residents access to more complex treatments. |
Achievements and Performance
| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the diference the charity's work has made to the circumstances of its benefciaries and any wider benefts to society as a whole. |
All support is discussed with the community leaders to ensure it fts in with local customs and beliefs and, where possible, the aid provided is to enable the receiver to build on that support and become self- suficient. Children in education last year (23/24) 346 and this year (24/25) 381 Medical funds disbursements were made (24/24) more than GBP 2000. Two trustee led trips to visit the Nkuringo region and villages by charity volunteers and supporters. At other times in the year we use secure technologies to remain in contact with the leaders of the community and tailor our support. Number of calls & joint meetings more than 5 calls and numerous correspondence by secure message services. We continue to require full accountability for all gifts and donations. Including; photos shared to social media & direct messages& materials to donors. Members of the Nkuringo community are aware of the work and support ofered and donated by supporters of the charity. We communicate with donors, supporters, volunteers and members of the Nkuringo community through our website, regular newsletter - online, in print and emailed to donors and members of the Nkuringo residents community. |
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Financial Review
| Financial Review | |
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| Review of the charity's fnancial position at the end of the period |
This has been a year of consolidation, introducing new processes and building on previous foundations. The charity does not have any debts. The funds in hand at the end of the fnancial year total £ 28,295 The money held is money waiting to be sent out to Uganda to pay for sponsorships etc. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Currently the charity maintains minimal reserves limited to the requirement of our bank to hold £2000 across our accounts at all times. The charity is considering if this is suficient and if a process to build further reserves is required. |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
The charity has taken on no obligations that it is committed to that are unfunded. The charity is solvent and has a regular income from sponsorships provided by members of the public. |
| The charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Private individual giving is the main source of funds, these have been identifed (due to promises made in marketing communications) as separate restricted funds. The regular newsletter is key to the continued growth in the number of people who support the projects we highlight and report on. Project have been identifed with their own restricted funds. Donors who are unable to continue to support a young person are replaced with other donors from either the existing pool or through new donors contacted by newsletter, social media or word of mouth. Donors carry out specifc fund raising activities for specifc projects, coordinated by supporters and volunteers. |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Type of governing document | The charity is governed by a Trust Charter |
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| Trustee selection methods including details of anyconstitutional provisions e.g.election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
The organisation was registered as a charity by the founderand four supporters, there are at the year end 5 Trustees. New Trustees may be recruited to the Board at any time by the Trustees. In selecting individuals for appointment as Trustees, the Trustees must have regard to the skills, knowledge and experience needed for the efective administration of the CIO. The Trustees may,byand from their |
number and from time to time, elect such officers (chair, secretary, treasurer) as they see fit.
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | NKURINGO EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT |
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| Other name the charity uses | NECS |
| Registered charity number | 1181777 |
| Charity's principal address | 15 Winslow Road Little Horwood Milton Keynes MK17 0PD |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| TRUSTEE NAME | OFFICE (IF ANY) |
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| Tara Garritt | Chair |
| Kate Bishop | Secondary School Lead |
| Karrie Mellor | Treasurer |
| Jacqueline Knight | General Operations |
| Jan Duchesne | News Letter & Sabbatical |
Nkuringo Education and Community Support Period to 18 January 2025
Charity Number 1181777
NKURINGO EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Accounts for the period from
19 January 2024 to 18 January 2025
Nkuringo Education and Community Support Period to 18 January 2025
Charity Number 1181777
ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD TO 18 JANUARY 2025 RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
| 2025 | |
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| Total | |
| £ | |
| Receipts | |
| Donations and Grants | 141,360 |
| Other Income | 65 |
| Gift Aid on Donations | 17466 |
| Total Receipts | 158,891 |
| Payments | |
| Payments for charitable purposes | 128,220 |
| Supporting Expenses (incl Insurance) | 3,941 |
| Bank Charges | 288 |
| Fundraising Expenses | 216 |
| Total Payments | 132,215 |
| Transfer to Fund Balance | 22,676 |
Nkuringo Education and Community Support Period to 18 January 2025
Charity Number 1181777
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 18 JANUARY 2025
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| £ | |
| Assets | |
| Cash in Bank and in hand | 54,971 |
| Total Assets | 54,971 |
| Total Funds | 54,971 |
Nkuringo Education and Community Support Period to 18 January 2025
Charity Number 1181777
25[th] August 2025
Independent Examiners Report:
No material matters came to my attention that suggest the charity's accounting records were not kept correctly, that the accounts do not align with the records, or the accounts fail to meet regulatory accounting requirements.
No significant issues have been encountered, such as material misstatements, actions not in line with the charity's trusts, or any other information that has not been already drawn to the trustees' attention.
Signed:
S.G.Hall
Stephen Hall Independent Examiner.
Nkuringo Education and Community Support Period to 18 January 2025
Charity Number 1181777
25[th] August 2025
Independent Examiners Report:
No material matters came to my attention that suggest the charity's accounting records were not kept correctly, that the accounts do not align with the records, or the accounts fail to meet regulatory accounting requirements.
No significant issues have been encountered, such as material misstatements, actions not in line with the charity's trusts, or any other information that has not been already drawn to the trustees' attention.
Signed:
S.G.Hall
Stephen Hall Independent Examiner.