KidCare4U' . Supporting,children and famifies.. Charity No. 1185396 . Annual Report 2025 CONTENTS 1.our Mission 2.Chief Executive Officerf Statement 3.our Trustees 4.Trustees Report 5. Highlights 6.Saturday Kids. Club Kid's Club Positive Minds The Great Kid's Club Bake Sporting Heroes STEM 7.Young People Careers Cultural Fashion Show Duke of Edinburgh Awards 8.School Holiday Grant 9. Family Support 10.Women's Swim Sessions 11.Women's Well-Being Group 12. Dementia Support Project 13. Men's Football Project 14. Events & Consultations Windrush Day Welsh Government's Climate Change Conversations Supporting Unpaid Carers Other Events 15. Partnership Working 16.Charity Development 17.Total Funding 18.Thank you OUR MISSION. "Workingtoge"ther with the.:;:: ommunity to inspire. create and . deliver opportunities to.further_; develop Education. Health,& wel1bei￿g. Integration.:, . .'Eniiironment arid.Employment.'.. FidCare4U is a registered charity in Néwport aiming to help diverse ethnic families from low-income households. Our aims and objectives are to support families to acquire,.. the skills and confidence they need to turn their potential into success. Our organisation, believes it has the potential to help diverse ? communities to further develop themselves in education, health and integration. Chief Executive Officer's Statement This has been another successful year, with funding secured for both existing provision and exciting new projects. We have also seen more families accessing our services and have welcomed several new partner organisations. Rusna Begum- Chief Executive Officer Through the hard work of our staff and volunteers, we have delivered a wide range of activities for people of all ages, while most importantly supporting those most in need within our communities. We have also provided a voice for Newport's diverse ethnic communities and helped influence service providers. This work was recognised this year when we received the High Sheriff's Award. The High Sheriff of Gwent, Mrs Shereen Williams MBE, attended an event at the KidCare4U base in March. Working with our partners has been crucial in supporting our communities. These partnerships have helped ensure that people can access advice and support that they might otherwise struggle to obtain. Our partners continue to engage with local communities, strengthening cooperation and building trust. The Saturday Club continues to go from strength to strength and now supports 198 children. with a waiting list in place. All our children engage with the education support we provide, and through our workshops, they are able to access new opportunities. This year, we have also expanded support for our young people through the development of two projects: Building Aspirations and our Youth Volunteering Scheme, alongside the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme. These projects have enabled our young people to grow in conf idence, build their aspirations, and develop a more positive outlook for the future. The coming year will undoubtedly bring both change and challenge. However, with the continued guidance of a committed Board of Trustees, the dedication of our staff, and the strength of our partnerships, KidCare4U is well placed to continue serving our communities and supporting children to thrive. .'1 Ltèr EOZ5. fl CwJratulati¢Y611 Mohammed lftakher Rahman rustee Treasurer Jeremy Johnson Evelyn Owaide steel Secretar Rusna Begum rustee/CEO KidCare4U Supportin9 'children and families Eman Alyan Trust Trustees, Report This year marks six years since KidCare4U became a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, although our work began before that formal change. Next year, we will proudly celebrate ten years of supporting our communities. Over this time, the organisation has continued to grow, guided by the vision and leadership of our CEO, Rusna Begum. We have developed a range of projects that respond to community needs, and we are especially proud of the progress made with ouryoung people. Seeing them build confidence and take a more active role within their community continues to inspire us to strengthen and develop this organisation further. Our achievements are a direct result of the commitment of our staff, volunteers, and the communities we serve. We have successfully secured funding that enables us to maintain our current projects while also creating opportunities for new areas of work. However, like many organisations, we are facing increasing financial pressures as costs rise and demand for our services continues to grow. This is likely to bring change and may require difficult decisions. Even so, we remain committed to seeking further funding and continuing to deliver the support our communities need. Income for 2024125 £177.798 Expenditure for 2024125 £223.714.84 Chairperson KidCare4U High14ghts 500 guests for Fashion Show at ICC Wales 475 women & girls attending swim sessions 198 children attending the Saturday Club 15 Young people on the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme SATURDAY KIDS, CLUB The Saturday Club continues to be one of KidCare4U's flagship programmes, providing a safe and supportive environment for children and young people to learn. connect and have fun. 198 children supported this year The club offers: • academic support mental well-being activities sports and physical activity creative arts and enrichment activities opportunities to build friendships. confidence Baking for You Project Young people took the lead on the Baking for You Project. planning and running baking activities for children at the Club. As well as developing their baking skills. the workshops helped everyone involved to build confidence. strengthen teamwork. and develop leadership skills. This project was funded through GAVO Tennis Project Tennis Wales provided training for a group of our young people. enabling them to become tennis coaches. They have since been leading weekly sessions for children attending the Club, helping to improve their physical wellbeing. The project has also supported our young people to develop valuable leadership and coaching skills. Young peop.le .We have worked.over the last year, to provide ., opportunities, build confidence and resilience, and to broaden our young people's horizons. Building Aspirations:, The Building Aspirations ,Project was,introduced a¥È' pilot initiative to broaden young people's ambitions by '. giving them access to educational experiences,.:. career guidance, and personal development opportunities. The progr.amme included the following activities: Educational visits to Oxford University, Cardiff University, and institutions in London. .Career-focused workshops and opportunities to gajn '. work experience. Support sessions on preparing CVS. Workshops focused on ,.. building confidence. Activities aimed at encouraging young people to consider higher '.) education and skilled.... career pathways.￿:. Our Cultural Fashion Show, held at , the ICC Wales, was one of the highlights of the year. The event . N welccymed over 500 guests and j. eLebrated the rich diversity of our communities. Children, young 'people, and parents proudly showcased their cuttural clothing on stage, creating an inspiring ceLebration of identity, inclusion, and CoM￿unitY pride. One of ouryoung people took on responsibility for organising the event, with support from staff and volunteers, and children from the Saturday Club walked down the catwalk in traditiongl dress with confidence and ' pride. The event gave both boys and girls, along with their families, a stronger sense of pride in their" cuLpure and belonging within the community. It was particularly inspiring to see the young organiser,. grow in confidenceand self-esteem:. through taking on this responsibility, while another young person confidently presented the show in both Welsh and English. Grants
Grant repayment
Sundry
**_Payments_**
Staff costs
Bounce Back Loan repayments
Food
Materials, equipment and resources
Rent and insurance
Professional, consultancy and training
Sundry, travel, admin and expenses
Activities
Volunteer costs
Net receipts
Transfers between funds
Cash funds brought forward
Cash funds carried forward|**2025**
**UNRESTRICTED**
**RESTRICTED**
**FUNDS**
**FUNDS**
**£**
**£**
71,279
118,775
-
-13,120
164
-
71,443
105,655
41,658
95,165
1,243
-
4,249
10,081
5,181
-
17,034
12,006
4,696
22,156
3,950
3,839
1,179
-
-
1,321
79,190
144,568
-7,747
-38,913
-2,585
2,585
38,832
54,959
28,500
18,631|**TOTAL**
**FUNDS**
**£**
190,054
-13,120
164
177,098
136,823
1,243
14,330
5,181
29,040
26,852
7,789
1,179
1,321
223,758
-46,660
-
93,791
47,131|**2024**
**TOTAL**
**FUNDS**
**£**
233,473
-
-
233,473
133,693
1,243
9,049
3,950
19,122
14,081
7,315
6,294
596
195,343
38,130
-
55,661
93,791| |---|---|---|---| The Receipts and Payments Account was approved by the trustees on 27th July 2026 and signed on its behalf by: ## R. Begum ## **KIDCARE 4U** ## **FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER 2025** ## **STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 30TH SEPTEMBER 2025** |**_Cash funds_**
Bank current account
**_Liabilities_**
Bounce Back Loan|**2025**
**UNRESTRICTED**
**RESTRICTED**
**FUNDS**
**FUNDS**
**£**
**£**
28,500
18,631
5,451
-|**TOTAL**
**FUNDS**
**£**
47,131
5,451|**2024**
**TOTAL**
**FUNDS**
**£**
93,791
6,543| |---|---|---|---| The Statement of Assets and Liabilities was approved by the trustees on 27th July 2026 and signed on its behalf by: R. Begum ## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF KIDCARE 4U** I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Kidcare 4U (the Charity) for the year ended 30[th] September 2025, which comprise the Receipts and Payments Account and Statement of Assets and Liabilities. ## _Responsibilities and basis of report_ As the charity trustees of the Charity 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 Trustee’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 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: (1) accounting records were not kept in respect of the Charity as required by section 130 of the Act; or - (2) the accounts do not accord with those records. 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. Mahin Khawaja FCCA Arthur Gait & Company Limited Chartered Certified Accountants 18 Gold Tops Newport NP20 5WJ 27[th] July 2026