Trustees' Annual Report for the period Period start date Period end date 01 04 2023 31 03 2024 From To
Section A Reference and administration details
Charity name Hands for Humanity Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) 1190474 Charity's principal address 44 Hallaton Road Leicester Postcode LE5 0PX
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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| ZAINAB IBRAHIM | ||||
| RAHEEM MAHOMED |
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| HAMID S S MAJOTI |
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| Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees) | ||||
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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of adviser Name Address
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Section B Structure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts
Type of governing document
Constitution
- (eg. trust deed, constitution)
CIO – Charitable Incorporated Organisation How the charity is constituted
- (eg. trust, association, company)
Appointed by Trustees Trustee selection methods
- (eg. appointed by, elected by)
Additional governance issues (Optional information)
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policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
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the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;
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relationship with any related parties;
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trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them.
Section C Objectives and activities
Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document
- To relieve financial hardship, distress and suffering among poor people, homeless persons, victims of natural disasters and other people in need by means of, but not exclusively, making grants or loans for providing or paying for items, equipment, services and facilities, including the provision of food, water accommodation, clothing and costs for medical treatment for the benefit of said persons;
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| Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit) |
2. To advance education for the benefit of the poor, the illiterate and the general public by means of, but not exclusively, the provision or assistance in the provision of educational resources, equipment, activities and facilities, such as schools and training centres; 3. To advance in life and relieve needs of young people through: (a) The provision of recreational and leisure time activities provided in the interest of social welfare, designed to improve their conditions of life; (b) Providing support and activities which develop their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals. |
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| • Food Packs Distribution: Delivered essential food packs to communities in Ghana in April 2023, addressing food insecurity and supporting vulnerable families. • Organizational Transition: Successfully transitioned from ANO Charity to Hands for Humanity in June 2023, ensuring a seamless merger and continuity of charitable services. • Brand Awareness Campaign: Launched a comprehensive brand awareness initiative in June 2023 to increase the visibility of Hands for Humanity and promote its mission. • Volunteer Recruitment and Engagement: Conducted a recruitment drive to onboard volunteers who contributed significantly to the sorting and distribution of clothes and other donated items. Volunteers also assisted with logistics, ensuring efficient operations and timely delivery of aid. • Clothing Distribution: Organized and facilitated the collection, sorting, and distribution of clothing donations to communities in need both locally and internationally. • Community Outreach Programs: Partnered with local organizations to host workshops and community events, spreading awareness about Hands for Humanity’s initiatives and building relationships with stakeholders. • Logistical Support: Implemented improved logistics processes to streamline the transportation and delivery of aid to beneficiaries, maximizing the impact of our resources. |
Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)
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Volunteers have played a vital role in the success of Hands for Humanity over the past year. Their dedication and hard work have enabled the charity to:
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Sort and process over 1000 clothing donations.
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Support the logistics team in ensuring timely delivery of aid to communities in Ghana and other locations.
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policy on grantmaking;
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Assist in organizing events and campaigns that raised awareness and attracted more supporters.
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Provide hands-on support during food distribution and community outreach initiatives.
The selfless contribution of our volunteers has been instrumental in achieving our mission and expanding our reach to those in need.
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policy programme related investment;
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contribution made by volunteers.
Section D Achievements and performance
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Section D Achievements and erformance p
Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year
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Successful Transition : Completed the rebranding and organizational transition from ANO Charity to Hands for Humanity, reinforcing the charity’s identity and mission.
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• Expanded Impact : Distributed food packs and essential items to over 100 families in Ghana, improving their quality of life.
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• Increased Volunteer Base : Recruited 3 new volunteers who contributed to the charity’s operations and activities.
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Enhanced Logistics Efficiency : Streamlined logistical operations, enabling faster and more efficient delivery of donations to beneficiaries.
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Raised Awareness : Conducted impactful brand awareness campaigns that increased public support and attracted new donors.
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Strengthened Community Engagement : Collaborated with local partners and stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of our programs and create sustainable change.
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Section E Financial review
Charity’s policy on the reserve is to use all the available funds towards its A brief statement of the objectives. charity’s policy on reserves
Details of any funds materially none in deficit
Further financial review details (Optional information)
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the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
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how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
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investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.
Section F Other optional information
This year has been a milestone for Hands for Humanity as we expanded our operations, strengthened our volunteer network, and deepened our impact on communities in need. We remain committed to our mission and look forward to building on this success in the coming years.
Section G Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
| Signature(s)Raheem Mahomed Zainab Ibrahim Full name(s)Raheem Mahomed Zainab Ibrahim Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Chair Treasurer Date16/01/2025 |
Raheem Mahomed | Raheem Mahomed | Zainab Ibrahim | Zainab Ibrahim | |
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| Zainab Ibrahim | |||||
| Chair | Treasurer | ||||
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