Markazi Jamiat Ahl-e-Hadith (Bradford)
Annual Report
Financial Summary
During the financial year, the charity generated total incoming resources of £181,945 , derived entirely from voluntary donations from the Markazi Jamiat Ahl-e-Hadith (Bradford) Masjid community, including Gift Aid contributions.
When combined with funds brought forward from the previous year (£144,760), the charity’s total available funds amounted to £215,635 .
Total expenditure for the year was £145 , 457 resulting in a closing balance of £144, 177 . The organisation continues to maintain its established reserves policy, holding a designated reserve of £20,000 to ensure financial stability and contingency preparedness.
Infrastructure and Maintenance
Significant improvements have been completed during the year:
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Full renovation of the main Men’s prayer hall (ground floor) and the Ladies’ prayer hall (first floor) , including plastering, painting, and installation of new carpeting.
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Installation of two additional shower facilities , bringing the total number of shower rooms to three. These facilities support overnight stays during events and conferences.
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Installation of a new, fully equipped kitchen on the ground floor, providing a clean and efficient catering space with improved storage capacity.
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Development of an additional dedicated kitchen facility on the first floor for the Ladies’ section, enabling independent catering during events and conferences.
Youth and Community Engagement
Youth and community activities continued throughout school holidays, including organised cricket and football sessions delivered by qualified professional coaches.
The charity has also established access to a field opposite the premises through a positive partnership with Green Lane Primary School, strengthening community collaboration and expanding recreational opportunities.
In partnership with the British Triathlon Foundation, the charity has successfully launched structured swimming sessions delivered separately for males and females. The programme has achieved full weekly attendance and is currently under review for expansion to additional sessions due to high demand.
Education and Digital Development
The organisation continues to expand its educational provision, including:
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Weekly Islamic studies classes
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Arabic language classes
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Evening classes serving approximately 130 enrolled students
Due to increased demand, a waiting list has been established for new students. Expansion of the programme will require the recruitment of additional teaching staff.
Digital engagement has also grown significantly, with regular online content and community updates. The organisation’s online platform has now reached 10,000 subscribers , enhancing accessibility to educational resources and community information.
Governance and Compliance
The charity remains fully committed to strong governance, compliance with policies, and best practice. Ongoing guidance and support are received from a professional legal and employment advisory service to ensure regulatory adherence and effective organisational management.
Future Projects
Planned development works include:
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Repair and restoration of the side hall roof.
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Renovation of the first-floor side hall following roof repairs.
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Refurbishment of the rear stairwell area.
These projects aim to further improve safety, functionality, and capacity within the premises.
Conclusion
Markazi Jamiat Ahl-e-Hadith (Bradford) remains steadfast in its commitment to community service, education, infrastructure development, and the advancement of the Islamic faith.
Through responsible financial management, continued investment in facilities, and expansion of educational and community programmes, the organisation seeks to ensure sustainable growth and lasting benefit for the wider community.
Financial Report 1st May 2023 to 30th April 2024
| Balance carried | ||||
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| forward from | ||||
| Restricted Funds | Unrestricted Funds | Total Funds | previous year | |
| Incoming Resources | ||||
| Incoming resources from generated funds | ||||
| Voluntary Income | 3,835 | 178,110 | 181,945 | 118,994 |
| Gif Aid | 3,016 | 3,016 | ||
| Investment income | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| incoming resources from charitable actvites | 30,674 | 30,674 | 0 | |
| total incoming resources | 3,835 | 211,800 | 215,635 | 118,994 |
| resources expended | ||||
| costs of generated funds | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| investment management costs | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| charitable actvites | 189,172 | |||
| governance costs | ||||
| total resources expended | 189,172 | |||
| net incoming resources | 26,463 | |||
| total funds brought forward | 118,994 | |||
| total funds carried forward | 145,457 | |||
| All actvites relate to contnuing operatons |
| May '24 - Apr 2025 | May '23 - Apr 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed Assets | ||
| Tangible fxed assets | 3.5 Million | 3.5 Million |
| investment property | 0 | 0 |
| current assets | ||
| debtors | 0 | 0 |
| Cash at bank and in hand | 145,457 | 118,994 |
| creditors: amounts falling due | ||
| within 1 year | 0 | 0 |
| net current assets | 145,457 | 118,994 |
| charity funds | ||
| unrestricted funds | 142,102 | 118,994 |
| restricted funds | 3,355 | 0 |
| total funds | 145,457 | 118,994 |
| tangible fxed assets | freehold land and buildings | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| fxtures, ftngs and equipment | ||||
| As a registered charity, the | ||||
| charity is exempt from income | ||||
| and corporaton tax to the | ||||
| extent that its income and | ||||
| gains are applicable to the | ||||
| Taxaton | charitablepurposes | |||
| balance carried forward from | ||||
| voluntary income | restricted funds | unrestricted funds | total funds | previous year |
| appeals and donatons | 3835 | 178,110 | 181,945 | 157,225 |
| Gif Aid Income | 3,016 | 3,016 | ||
| investment income | ||||
| rental income | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| incoming resources from charitable actvites | ||||
| Educaton income | 0 | 30674 | 30674 | 0 |
| Investment management costs total funds property costs: Improvements, repairs & renewals 0 23,952 23,952 10,750 restricted funds unrestricted funds total funds year before |
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| Analysis of resources expended by actvites Employment costs Bills: Water, Light, Heat, Telephone & Broadband Mosque actvites/Miscellaneous expenses (teaching materials and equipment, travel, food, bank charges etc.) Insurance Legal and Professional Cost Building Improvements actvites undertaken directly |
support costs total 43,642 43,642 30,474 13,932 13,932 8,458 31,171 31,171 26,086 2,805 2,805 2,805 1,530 1,530 1,948 10,000 10,000 total year before |
| Charitable Donatons | 25,163 25,163 25,163 |
| 128,243 128,243 94,934 |
Fixtures & Fitlings 36,977 36,977 77,307
The charity is controlled by trustees who work voluntarily without any pay and are not reimbursed for any expenses, and receive no benefits in kind
| Tangible fxed assets | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| freehold land and | fxtures, ftngs and | |||
| buildings | equipment | total | ||
| cost | ||||
| at 1st May 2024 | 3.5 million | 102,307 | 3,602,307 | |
| Additons | 36,977 | 36,977 | ||
| Disposals | ||||
| At 30th April 2025 | 3.5 million | 139,284 | 3,639,284 | |
| depreciaton | ||||
| At 1st May 2023 | 23,000 | 23,000 | ||
| Charge for the year | ||||
| At 30th April 2024 | 23,000 | 23,000 | ||
| net book value | ||||
| At 30th April 2024 | 3.5 million | 116,284 | 3,616,284 | |
| freehold | ||||
| investment | ||||
| Investment property | property | |||
| cost | ||||
| at 1st May 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| additons at cost | 0 | 0 | 0 |
At 30th April 2023
| Debtors prepayments and accured income other debtors Creditors amounts falling due within one year trade creditors accruels and deferred income other creditors |
Apr-25 Apr-24 0 0 0 0 Apr-25 Apr-24 0 0 0 0 657 0 |
| Statement Funds Unrestricted funds 118,994 211,800 188,692 142,102 restricted funds 0 3,835 480 3,355 total funds 144,760 157,225 182,991 145,457 Brought Forward Incoming Resources Resources Expended Carried Forward |
TrUSTEes' REPORT F YEAR ENDINGAPRIL202 Throughout the finaneialyear, the charitable organis8uon Successfully garnered 8 tot81 of 2147,777 in incotning resources, excluding charity expenditurps. CoupLed Mth the funés carTied forward frorn the previous year 1£65.6521, the overall financial stanLling reached E212,829. All hJnd3 were 80urced from vDluni8ry donatsons wthin the119[8. I@IW Ahl-e-Hadith (Bradfordl Masjld tommunity. ExpÈnditurÈ for the year totalled £68.069, resulting In & closing balance of £144.760 in the yrni 1oiiJLoi Ahl-e-HaLlith account. The ch8rity8 ¥eseNe policy remains 8t 8 8teAdy £20,000. The ongoing roof r@pair of the building is proErÈssing, wlth antlcipated ComptiOn this 5UrntDer, weather pemiitting. Instsllation of 14 Air ConlHeating unrts ha5 been compleieé, enh8ncing comfort for congreg8nts during pe8k periods and increasing overall effieieney. Expendituie covered energylutility bills. w8ge8, Insuranee, and repairslmaintenance. Throughoutthe year, the Masjid hosted numerous 8choolvislts, provldlng studentg from diverse backgrounds th Insights intothe purp95e and significance of a tnosque wthin the community. Additionally, a'cornmunrtyLn duringthe rronth of Ramadan s8Wth8 psrticipation of IndividuaL3 from the br08der community, Including representatives from the p0Ce. tireand atnbuL3nce sÈrvices. aswell a5 councilheipers. Regular seminars 8nd courses lor 8dult8 to siudy and learn 8bourihe Islamic faith have tommenced,wlththrÈecoursescurrently runningweekly. DUetoagr0ngeongreg8oTh and expanded activrtie5, a Seco Itnarn Yds employed to catertothe Deeds of both the congregaiion and thewider community. The Masjid ha5 establi5he¢ an online presence through Social tnedia and a Ie stream channel, reaching a glob81 au(Jience. Over 200 inéividuals are rewsrered for the courses provided. The chlldren's educatson program now follows 8 new currleulum, benefinE approxirnately 100 children attending daily cL4sses. Weekly sessions for young communlty members offer engaging actsviiies such as t8ble tennis, tnartial art5, and other Indoor pursuits. With a reinvigorated rnanagernentteam. the organisation has winessed an incr6a5e in volunieers. all of whom have completed S8feguardingcour8es and DBSchecks. Withinthe m8n8gement andOLun1we have a numbÈrof tralned first aidets and firèmarshais. The 8oèrd of Trustees h88 undergone changes, re8ulting In 8 iot81 of fivetW8rees due io resignaon$ and the Èxplratlon of trusteeshlps. Ongoing roof works dre expected to conclude thi5 5UmtDer, following which an Acce55 Conirol sy8temwill be installed ro enhance 88f8ty 8nd security for boththe building8nd attÈndeÈs. Subseouentplans include IntÈrnalbuildingdÈtoration and the1nstalt10n of new carpet. The organ15ation is cotnrnrtted to rnaintaining and expanding tts online and on-site courses, wrth cDnBider8tionsfor8dditionalcDuf8e88nd workshop8th8twillbenefit both the congregation and the Mder comrnunity. To sustaln the weÈklyyouth actitIes, a youth club VAII be e8tÈbbshed in tandem with a food bonk project, prowi(Jingfurtheradvantages totheyouth the communityatlarge.
NOT DONE
5 CAMDE TER PTS Donations Received Education Income Gift Aid Receipts 181,945 30,674 3,016 215,635 Wages 42,060 Pension Contributions 1,582 Water Rates Insurance 3,981 2,913 Light & Heat 9,395 Telephone & Broadband 556 Me(Jia 400 Repairs & Renewals Printing & Stationery 153 23,952 Travel & Accommodation Sundry Expenses Literature 7,763 Software 2,396 540 Events 10,368 Fixtures & Equipment Building Works 10,000 Legal & Professional 1,530 Bank Charges 259 Charitable Donations 26,626 Surplus for the period Opening Bank Balance 7,715 36,977 189,172 26,463 118,994 £ 145,457 Cash In Hand Closing Bank Balance 1,280 144,177 £ 145,457 The above account Is prepared from the records, information and explanations provided to us by the client and are certified In accordance therewith. We have not carried out an audit. Regent House 77-81 Hammerton Street Bradford BD3 9QN Em ass ccountants th CLIENT'S APPROVAL FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 April 2025 I certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, the accounting records provided, together with the information and explanations given to constitute a true and corrert record of all the transactions of Markazi Jamiat Ahl~e-Hadith, and I confirm that this account has my approval. Signed Date 2-2L