Trustees' annual report for the period
Period start date Period end date Day Month Year Day Month Year From 01 04 2024 To 31 03 2025
Reference and administration details
Charity name The Trifocal Trust Other names charity is known by
Registered charity number (if any) 1195228
Charity's principal address 20 Portway Bisley Surrey
Postcode GU24 9AJ
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicky Cathrow | Chair | |||
| Felix Golding | Trustee | |||
| Nicola Denby | Trustee | |||
| Chloe Tribe | Trustee | |||
| Harpreet Battal | Trustee | Appointed 05.11.24 | Trustees | |
| Amit Patel | Trustee | Term ended 16.07.24 | Trustees | |
| Gobikrishna Sivalingam |
Trustee | Term ended 16.07.24 | Trustees |
Names and addresses of advisors
| **Type of advisor ** | Name Address |
Name Address |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Metrobank | One Southampton Row, London, WC1B 5HA |
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Structure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts
Constitution adopted 20 ~~[th]~~ July 2021 Type of governing document (eg. trust deed, constitution) CIO - Foundation How the charity is constituted (eg. trust, association, company) Trustee selection methods Every trustee must be appointed by a resolution passed at a (eg. appointed by, elected by) properly convened meeting of the charity trustees. Additional governance issues (Optional information)
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Objectives and activities
The Objects of the CIO are: Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document To provide relief of persons suffering from eye defects in socially and economically disadvantaged communities in particular but not exclusively Malawi, through provision of ophthalmic and optometric treatments, care, training and education for the benefit of the public To preserve and protect the health of patients of medical establishments in socially and economically disadvantaged communities in particular but not exclusively Malawi by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities, support services and equipment not normally provided by the statutory authorities for the purpose of advancing the quality and provision of eyecare for the public attending those establishments. In October 2024, The Trifocal Trust delivered its first overseas Summary of the main medical camp in Malawi. Two trustees and three volunteers activities undertaken for the travelled to Blantyre Eye Hospital to support the delivery of public benefit in relation to eyecare surgery and treatments alongside local staff. The visit these objects also provided an opportunity to train hospital staff, carry out maintenance on ophthalmic equipment and deliver essential consumables for ongoing patient care. As part of the visit, the team assessed the wider needs of the surrounding region, including a visit to Chikwawa District. This scoping work helped inform future plans for regular medical camps and longer-term support.
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Achievements and performance
Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the past year
The successful delivery of the October 2024 medical camp represented a major milestone for the charity.
During the camp, much-needed eyecare treatments and surgical procedures were delivered to members of the local community, many of whom had been on long waiting lists for care. Treatment was provided in partnership with staff at Blantyre Eye Hospital, helping to reduce pressure on existing services.
A strong focus was placed on training and skills development, enabling local clinicians to carry out these procedures independently and reach more patients in the future.
The charity also provided consumables to support the continuation of eyecare services beyond the camp and undertook vital maintenance on ophthalmic machinery and equipment, including updates and replacements.
As a result of the camp, the charity has established strong working relationships with partner hospitals and developed a growing network of volunteers, providing a solid foundation for future medical camps and sustainable ongoing support.
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Financial review Bank balance and reserves policy Bank balance as of 3151 March 2024 was £6,703.44. Current ongoing and recurring costs to the charity are related to website and email domain subscriptions. We will look to reduce reserved policy when spending increase over £100. Further financial revlew details". he charity's inGome for the year was generated primarily hrough donations and increased fundraising activity, including ponsored events, exhibitions and local fundraising artnerships. xpenditure reflected the costs of delivering the medical camp nd ongoing operational expenses. The trustees continue to eview reserves to ensure sustainability while maximising funds vailable for charitable activities. undraising activity increased during the year in support of he Gharity's first medical Camp. The charity also secured a new harity partnership with a company connected to a trustee, hich is expected to generate further events and funding in the ext reporting period. Other o tional information Future lans In the coming year, the charity plans to run a further medical camp in partnership with Blantyre Eye Hospital, providing additional surgical training, consumables and eyecare to the community. Fundraising activity is expected to grow through planned events and the new charity partnership. Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above. Slgned on behalf of the charlty'8 trustees Slgnaturelsl Full namelsl Posltlon (eg se¢retary, chalr, etc) Chloe Tribe Secretary and Trustee Date 12.01.2026
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