JARJEER MULE AND DONKEY TRUST
TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31 MARCH 2024
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The Charity’s accounts have been prepared by Cranleys Chartered Accountants and comply with the charity’s Declaration of Trust, the Charities Act 2022 and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) for charity accounting published by the Charity Commission.
Trustees
Katharine Beasley - appointed 1 March 2019 Susan Machin MBE - appointed 7 May 2019 Julie Greene - appointed 23 August 2019 Mark Anthony Tyson - appoint 20 July 2024
Objectives and Activities
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To provide grants, financial support and other support necessary for the welfare or abused, neglected or orphaned working animals in Morocco.
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To promote and provide education and support in Morocco for the humane care of mules, horses and donkeys.
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To build a community in Morocco that respects animal welfare and contributes to the humane welfare of working animals.
Public Benefit
The trustees make every effort to comply with the Charity Commission guidelines regarding their objectives and activities.
Progress and Activities
We receive reports from the Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Refuge in Morocco on a monthly basis including their financial position, statement and needs. The Refuge is registered as an association in Morocco and they submit returns ago the Moroccan Government every month in compliance with l'Article 3 de la loi n° 75-00. It is recognised that the Refuge is the major charity in Morocco rescuing and delivering care to the Kingdom’s working animals.
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Our short-term objectives were very much as set as out above however we very quickly realised that the role we played in terms of grants we made to the Refuge and other areas where there was a financial need had resulted in excellent relationships with the local community in Morocco. The jarjeer Refuge currently employ 22 people which falls under the responsibility of the Moroccan association and law - we have no control over staffing issues. However we are assured that UK standards are applied and everyone employed in Morocco is subject to a police check as children and vulnerable adults will visit Jarjeer.
As a result of the grants we make to the Refuge they are able buy wheat locally which has resulted in local people remaining at home to grow wheat rather than having to travel into Marrakesh for labouring work. This is obviously to the public benefit as the community feels connected directly with the welfare of the animals. Jarjeer has become the biggest consumers of equine food in Morocco. We have all had the opportunity to visit the Refuge during the past year and we are satisfied in the competence of the staff who show incredible skill and kindness towards the animals. The Refuge also enjoys the services of a local vet who is compassionate and supportive.
It is on that basis and with the help of supporters worldwide that the Trust has been able to assist the Refuge grow into a very large project. They in turn, and with our permission, have been able to make internal grants to others caring for working animals. For example, a vets bill will be paid when an owner cannot afford to do so and the animal may have otherwise died. In terms of our long-term objectives we realise that we have to continue to to support the Refuge to grow as it appears to be, at the moment, that they are the only facility that can offer care for animals who would have no hope elsewhere save being euthanised. We have also learned that many equines who are quite seriously disabled, live fulfilling lives at the Refuge and the relationship between those animals and the Moroccan staff have resulted in enhanced human awareness of what caring really means which in turn spreads throughout the community.
That position became very clear during the pandemic. This year is the second following the complete lockdown in Morocco. The Refuge was the only equine facility that remained open in that time. Jarjeer Refuge started to admit working horses who’re staring. We assisted them to build emergency shelters and stables and have continued to do so. Numbers have trebled since 2019 and it was prudent and economic to fund the building of an operating theatre. That is now completed.
We have assisted in saving several carriage horses from Marrakech and they are being rehabilitated at the Jarjeer Refuge. The staff at the Refuge continue to have a very good relationship with many of the owners of the carriage horses in Marrakech.
We also hope to have some corporate funding in the future which would take pressure off individual donors to some extent and allow us to develop in the best possible way. As we have built more stables we have also tried to improve the facilities for visitors so that our land remains attractive and sympathetic to the landscape and indeed to Moroccan culture. This, in turn, has increased donations.
The grants we have made have assisted the staff’s ability to treat the animals, including making splints for broken legs (Berber splints) and repairing damaged hooves which is groundbreaking in a country where such an animal would normally be left to die either by the ravages of wild dogs or by euthanasia for those who can afford it.
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Support
We are delighted that our work both the Trust and the Refuge has become internationally recognised and the numbers of visitors to the Refuge is continuing to increase. We always explain the relationship between the Trust and the Refuge and not take cash donations to avoid any implications as to corruption. There are so many charities in Morocco that are not registered and concern is often expressed about the use of donations. We avoid any such concerns and remain fully transparent. The benefit of visitors is that they can attest to our authenticity which strengthens our social media image and that has the effect of increasing donations. We are now actively looking at applying for grants on the basis that we have developed a good relationship.
We are grateful to Patricia Bell, Anna Walker, Charles Hantom and Youness Irhirhi, the trustees in Morocco, and the two managers at the Refuge, Ayoub Halgan and Mohamed Ait Tagzoult for keeping us involved and being very clear about the situation and the needs at the Refuge and elsewhere for working animals.
Sadly our former trustee, James Cutting, passed away in November 2022. We were shocked and devastated. A memorial was arranged by the trustees at the Refuge the following March where a tree was planted in his memory. We all miss you James.
Finance
Our donations and income has kept up well. We keep the equivalent of £20,000 in reserve in case of a drop in donations but we are actively looking at raising further funds. It is very important hat we are now registered with the Fundraising Regulator in the UK.
The trustees’ report was approved by the Board of Trustees
Katharine Beasley Trustee
18 October 2024
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Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust - Charity Accounts
Accounts
31 March 2024
Winton House Winton Square Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 8EN tel: 01256830000 support@cranleys.co.uk
Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust - Charity Accounts
Contents
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| Charity information | 1 |
| Approval statement | 2 |
| Accountants' report | 3 |
| Statement of financial activities | 4 |
| Charity balance sheet | 5 |
| Notes to the accounts | 6-7 |
Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust - Charity Accounts
Charity Information
Trustees
Katharine Beasley Susan Machin Mark Anthony Tyson Julie Greene
Principal Address
131 Winchester Road Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 8XR
Accountants
Cranleys Winton House Winton Square Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 8EN
Bank
Barlcays Bank Plc Bournemouth Town 2 Leicester Leicestershire LE87 2BB
Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust is a registered charity. Reg. No.: 1183446
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Approval Statement
I approve the accounts which comprise of the Statement of financial activities, the Charity Balance Sheet and the related notes. I acknowledge my responsibility for the accounts, including the appropriateness of the applicable financial reporting framework as set out in note 1, and for providing Cranleys with all information and explanations necessary for their compilation.
Susan Machin
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Independent Examiner's Report to Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity ("the Trust") for the year ended 31/03/2024.
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.
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect: 1. Accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
- The accounts do not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Cranleys Chartered Accountants
Winton House Winton Square Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 8EN
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Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust - Charity Accounts
Statement of Financial Activities
for the year ended 31 March 2024
| Donation income Direct resources used Grants: Jarjeer refuge Animal food Equipment for use Donor fees Other resources used Wages, salaries and other staff costs Car, van and travel expenses Telephone, fax, stationery and other office costs Accountancy, legal and other professional fees Depreciation and loss/(profit) on sale Net resources |
2024 £ 277,557 244,180 - 1,216 3,456 28,705 2,143 1,002 1,792 6,041 1,067 12,045 16,660 |
2023 £ 201,546 173,365 - 429 2,944 24,808 2,102 1,772 1,162 784 965 6,785 18,023 |
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Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust - Charity Accounts
Charity Balance Sheet as at 31 March 2024
| Notes Fixed assets Fixed assets 3 Current assets Trade debtors Bank/building society balances Current liabilities Other liabilities and accruals Net current assets Net assets Charity Funds Balance at start of period Net profit Drawings |
383 49,508 49,891 630 |
2024 £ 3,201 49,261 52,462 36,102 16,660 (300) 52,462 |
655 33,151 33,806 600 |
2023 £ 2,896 33,206 36,102 18,079 18,023 - 36,102 |
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Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust - Charity Accounts
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2024
1 Accounting basis
The accounts have been compiled on a basis that enables Resources to be calculated in accordance with UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice and that provides sufficient and relevant information to enable the completion of a tax return.
| 2 Resources account analysis Donation income Donation income Direct resources used Donor fees Equipment for use Grants: Jarjeer refuge Wages, salaries and other staff costs Clothing Car, van and travel expenses Travel and subsistence Telephone, fax, stationery and other office costs Telephone, VPN and internet Stationery and printing Website and software costs Accountancy, legal and other professional fees Accountants fees Consultancy fees Advertising Depreciation and loss/(profit) on sale Depreciation |
2024 £ 277,557 3,456 1,216 244,180 248,852 2,143 1,002 1,119 45 628 1,792 630 5,000 411 6,041 1,067 |
2023 £ 201,546 2,944 429 173,365 176,738 2,102 1,772 157 362 643 1,162 600 - 184 784 965 |
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Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust - Charity Accounts
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2024
3 Phone equipment
| Cost At 1 April 2023 Additions Disposals At 31 March 2024 Depreciation At 1 April 2023 Charge for the year At 31 March 2024 Net book value At 31 March 2024 At 31 March 2023 |
Plant and machinery £ 1,070 985 - 2,055 583 369 952 1,103 487 |
Motor vehicles £ 200 67 - 267 87 67 154 113 113 |
Spare £ 3,259 387 (67) 3,579 963 631 1,594 1,985 2,296 |
Total £ 4,529 1,439 (67) 5,901 1,633 1,067 2,700 3,201 2,896 |
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Independent Examiner's Report to Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Trust
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity ("the Trust") for the year ended 31/03/2024.
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.
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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Accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
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The accounts do not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Cranleys Chartered Accountants
Winton House Winton Square Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 8EN