Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC5-B57F-F029AB1E1941 Charity number- 1188634 COMM.UN Report of the Trustees and Unaudited Financial Statements For the year ended 31 March 2025
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E12094Ac8s7F-F029ABlEl94l COMM.UN Contents Page For the year ended 31 March 2025 Report ofthe Trustees 1to5 Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees Statement of Financial Activities Statement of Finanual Posits"on Notes to the Financial Statements 9t012
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E12094Ac8s7F-F029ABlE194l COMM.UN Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 Th8 Trust88s hav8 pleasure in pr8S8nting their report and the financial statements for the charity for th8 y8ar 8nd8d 31 March 2025. The Trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Staternent of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts In accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 leffeetwe 1 January 20191. OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Objectives and aims To promote art for the benefit of the public by the establishment of combined arts prograrnmes and activities. COMMUN is a combined arts organisation with a focus on community building for emerging and mid-career Global Majority voices. Through development programmes, events. leaming tools. and digital media. COMMUN creates opportunities lor Glob81 Majority voices to collaborate. develop skills. and build nelworks of support to increase their parbcipation in the Arts and achieve a greater understanding for othered people in our SLKiety. In shaping our objectives for the year and planning our activitie5, the trustees have considered the Charity Comtnission's guidan on public benefit, including the guidance on public benefit and fèe charging. The strategies employed to achieve the charity's aims and obj8ctives are to.. Present arts and community progratntnes to supp(>rt emerging artists to develop their practice and overcome often exclusionary barriers to initiating or sustaining a career in the Arts. Provide digital tools and media lor emerging and mid-career artists to further their leaming and experiences in the Arts. Create stronger ties, encourage parCIpatOry mindsets, and collective approaches to problem-solving within the sector. Offering affordable and complimentary access to our work for the benefit and enjoyment of different age groups and communities. The trustees have consided the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit. including the guidance 'public benefit.. running a charity IPB21'. Significant activities Putting these strategies into action, we engaged in the following activities in year four.. 88tween April 2024 and March 2025, we cotllpleted an in-person d8veloptnent progratnrn8 to advocate for Global Majority partlClP8tion in the Art5 while charnpioning a more indusive Arts sector. Our in-person development programme and critical discourse (supported by an outreach campaignl stands out as a significant activity, not only for its success in delivering a dynamic set of participant activities and a public facing event, but also for creating a supportive Spa in which voices from Global Majority communities residing in London We able lo express deeply personal issues. We provided a nurturing environment in which 19 participants were able to connect and explore complex issues of identity, loss and belonging. The programme brought participanis together in over 30 daily meetings, presentations, group collaborations, guided mentoring, technical rehearsals and more strengthening their skills. cornrnunication, and relationships with one another. The culrnination of the in-person development programme was an evening ol performances and activities attended by over 165+ people, with emotionally resonant ple$ that engaged audiences through participatory and experiential activities. Our programme also extended its reach through a targeted digital media campaign. wrth over 80.000 impressions. We also documented the programme through critical discourse that induded 3 extended podcast episodes and 4 short I wr8p-up films which were released and promoted on our website. 1of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Report of the Trustees Continued For the year ended 31 March 2025 A¢hievements against objective5 Thus far. our work has had a resounding impact on amplifying the voices of emerging Global Majorily voices residing in the UK as we foster collaborative and creative environments in which participants explore themes of identity, belonging and shared cultural experiences. Through otjr in-person development programme and crthcal discourse, 8 clear need ha5 ernerged for our approach and mgthod to cr8at8 understanding amongst the various Global Majority cotmrnunities that reside in the UK while nurturing empathy wth audiences for the intersectional social challenges they face in their day to day. Through our outreach efforts, W8 have extended th8 visibility of our organisation and work in gen8Tal, which will contribLJt8 to th8 interest in showcasing the outcornes of our digital medi8 to a wder audienc8 as well a5 garner interest in our work. Our targeted social tnedia advertising campaign expanded our comrnunity, attracting new followe15 and potential stakeholders from diverse background5, creating a more visible plafform ft)r Global Majority voices and their capacity to overcome societal challenges. Lastly, having to make modifications along the way to account for unexpected challenges has led us to re-evaluate and improve our processes, helping us to refine our organisational resilience and communication strategies. Overall, this past year has highlighted our continued ability to create inclusive and impactlul SpaS, furthering our long-term mission ol empowering underrepresented voices in the arts. Reserves In general, reserves are needed to bridge the gap between the spending and reiving of resources for planned activities and to cover unplanned l other expenditure. We only engage in activities when income has been conlimed by a donor I partner. Further, we only take on expenditure once confirmed sums reflect in our bank account. In this way, we can ensure the sustainability and credibility of the organisation. In parallel, we are continually working to increase our reserve of unrestricted funds through private donations and trading income frorn related activities. 2of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&857F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Report of the Trustees Continued For the year ended 31 March 2025 REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Name of Charity COMM.UN Charity registration number 1188634 Prlnclpal address Office 249 22 Notting Hill Gate London W113JE Trustees The trustees and officers serving during the year and since the year end were as follows.. Suren Seneviratne Sebah Chaudhry Zahed Alessa Independent examlner Ravi Movva Cashify Ltd Old London Road St Albans AL1 1PP Approved by th8 Board of Tru5t88s and sign8d on it5 behalf by 3of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Independent Examiners Report to the Trustees For the year ended 31 March 2025 I report lo the trustees on my examination of the accounts of ihe charity for the year ended 31 March 2025. Rasponsibiliti&s and basls of mport As the charity trustees. you are responsible for ihe preparation of the accounts in accordance wilh the requirements ol the Charities Act 20111.the 2011 Act'l. I repc)rt in respect of my examination ol the charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable D1CtionS given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the Act. Independent examlners statement I have completed my examination. I confim) that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect.. 1. aeeounting e0rdS We not kept in respect of the Charity as QuIred by seetion 130 of the 2011 Aet., or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records,. or 3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reportsl Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'lrue and lair view. which is not a matter considered as part ol an independent exarnination. 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. 05DBDJ6EC48F4C4 Ravi Movva Cashify Ltd Old London Road St Albans AL1 1PP Vh Novernber 2025 4of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Statement of Financial Aclivities For the year ended 31 March 2025 Notès Unrèstricted funds Rastricted funds 20 2024 Income and endowments from: Donations and legacies Chaiitable activities Other trading activities Totsl 134,532 134,532 878 3,395 138,805 141,493 2,174 4,519 148,186 878 3,395 4,273 134,532 Expenditure on: Chaiitable activities 516 1131,5221 1131,5221 1131,5221 1131,5221 1138,1811 1138,1811 Total Net incomelleostl Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought foNard Total funds carried forward 4.273 3.010 7.283 10.005 13,262 17,S35 50,528 53,538 63,790 71,073 53,785 63,790 5of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Statement of Financial Position As at 31 March 2025 Notes 2025 2024 Flxed assets Tangible assets 569 877 569 877 Current assets Debtors 12 50,830 23,778 74,608 30,529 33,883 64,412 Cash at bank and in hand Creditor5= amounts falling due within one year 13 14,1041 11.4991 Nèt Currènt assèts 70,504 71,073 62.913 63,790 Total assets less current liabilities Nèt assèts 71,073 63.790 The funds of the charity Restricted income funds 14 53,538 17,535 71.073 50,528 13,262 63.790 Unrestricted income funds Total funds The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Board and signed on its behalf by.. Zahed Alessa Trustee 6of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Notes to the Financial Statements Forthe year ended 31 March 2025 1. A¢countin9 Policies Basis of accounting The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. except for investments which are included at market value and the rev8lu8tion of Certain fixed assets and in 8word8n¢e with the Charities SORP IFRS 1021'Awounting and Reporting by Chartb8s.' Statement of R8comrn8nded Practice applic8b18 to charities preparing th8ir accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ire18nd IFRS 1021 (effective 1 JanLJary 20191., Financial Reporting Standard 102 the Fin8ncial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ir818nd IFRS 1021, and the Ch8riti85 Act2011. COMM.UN rMe8ts th8 d8finition of a public b8nefit entity und8r FRS 102. Assets and liabiliti85 are init1811y r8cognis8d at hi5toiical cost or tffdnsaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy notelsl. Going concern The financial statements a prepared, on a going concem basis, under the historical cost convention. Funds The charity maintains a general unrestricted fvnd which represenis funds which are expendable at the discretion of the trustees in rtheran¢e ol the objects of the charity. Such funds may be held in order to finance both working capital and capital investment. Designated funds comprise of unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the Trustee5 for particular purpose5. Restrided funds have begn provided to the charity ft)r particular purposes, and it is the poliry of the board of trustees to carefully monitor the application ol those funds in acwrdance with the restrictions placed upon them. There 15 no form81 policy of tran5f8r betW8en funds or on the allocation of funds to d85ign8ted funds, other than that described above Incoming resources All incoming resources are included in the statement ol financial activities when the Charity is entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy. The following speufic policies are applied tc) particular categories of income". Resources expended Liabilitie5 are recognised as r8sources 8xpended wh8n th8r8 Is a18gal or constructive obligation cornrnitting th8 Charity to the expenditure.. Taxatlon As a registered charity, tt)e company is exempt frorn income and corratIOn tax to the extent that its income and gains are applicable to charitable purposes only. Value Added Tax is not reo)verable by the company, and is therefore included in the relevant Costs in the Slalernent of Financial Activities. Tangible fixed assets Tangible fixed assets. other than freehold land, are stated at ¢ost or valuation less depreciation and any provision for irnpairrnent. Deprgoi8tion is provided at rates Calculated to write off the cost or valuation of fixed assets, less their estimated residual value. over their 8xpected useful lives on the following basis.. Plant and m8chin8ry Computer equipment 25¢/0 Stiaight line 25°/0 Straight line 7of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Notes to the Financial Statements Continued For the year ended 31 March 2025 2. Income from donations and legacie5 2025 2024 Unrestricted funds Donations re1V1 Restricted funds 4,799 Donations reiVed Grants received 72,300 62,232 82,500 54,194 Gifts in kind 134,532 141,493 3. Income from charitable activities 2025 2024 Unrestrlcted funds Income from charitable activities 878 174 Restried funds Income from charitable activities 878 2,174 4. Incom• •arrt from othar aetivitias 2025 2024 Unrestricted funds Other activities forgenerating funds 3,395 4,519 3,395 4,519 5. Costs of charitable activitie5 by fund ty UnstrICted nds Restrlcted funds 2025 2024 Programme costs Support costs 87.514 87,514 44,008 88.207 44,008 49,974 131,522 131,522 138,181 6. Costs of charltable actlvltles by actlvlty type A¢li¥ilies Support costs undertaken diractly 2025 2024 Support costs Programme costs 87,514 44,008 131,522 138,181 8of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Notes to the Financial Statements Continued For the year ended 31 March 2025 7. Analysls of support Costs 2025 2024 Management Finance 36,010 2,000 5,998 36,975 2,320 10,679 General administration 44,008 49,974 8. Not Incom8llaxpandltur81 for th8 yaar This is stated afterchargingllcreditingl". 2025 2024 Depreciation of owned fixed assets Auditorfs fees 308 168 9. Trustee remuneratSon and related party transactlons Zahed Aessa received £36,01012024". £36,975) for services rendered to the charity in the year. 10. Comparatlve for the Statement of Flnanclal Actlvltles The cornparative year values on the Siatement of Financial Activities are for restricted funds. 9of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Notes to the Financial Statements Continued For the year ended 31 March 2025 11. Tangibl• fix•d assèts Computer equipment Cost or valuation Al 1 April 2024 Additions 1232 At 31 March 2025 1232 OepreclatSon At 1 April 2024 Charge for year 355 308 At 31 March 2025 Net book values 663 At 31 March 2024 877 At 31 March 2025 12. Debtors 2025 2024 Amounts due within one year. Trade debtors 50,830 50.830 13. Credltors: amounts falllng due wlthln one year 2025 2024 Trade creditors 4,104 1,499 Accruals and deferred Inco 4104 14. Movement in funds Purpose of unrestrlcted Funds General Programme costs 10of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Notes to the Financial Statements Continued For the year ended 31 March 2025 Restricted Funds Balance at 0110412024 Incoming resOUe$ Outgoing Resou¥ 8alan¢e at 3110312025 COMM.UN Programme5 50,528 134.532 1131,5221 53,538 50.528 134,532 1131.5221 53.538 Restricted Funds - Previou5 year Balance at 0110112023 Incoming resourc85 Outgoing resources Balance at 3110312024 COMM.UN Progr8mmes 48,598 138,694 1136,7641 50,528 48.598 138,694 1136.7641 50,528 Purpose of restricted funds In an effort to ensure its sustainability, the organisation maintains 3 months ol general and administrative expenses in its restricted funds account. 15. Analysis of net assets between funds Tangib18 fixed assets Net current Nel Assets assets I Unrestrled funds General 569 6,582 7,151 Restricted fund5 COMM.UN Programmes 63,922 63.922 $69 70,504 71,073 11of12
Docusign Envelope ID." CFFC6E1&42094AC&B57F-F029AB1E1941 COMM.UN Notes to the Financial Statements Continued For the year ended 31 March 2025 Tangibl8 fixed assets Net currant assetsl Iliabilitiesl N8t A550ts Previous year Unrestrieted funds General 877 9,584 10,461 Restricted funds COMM.UN Programm8s 53,310 53,310 877 62,894 63,771 12of12