Trustees' Annual Report for the period
Period start date Period end date Day Month Year Day Month Year From 01 02 2023 To 31 01 2024
Section A Reference and administration details
Charity name Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) 1196009
The Huffaz Network
| Charity's principal address | Suite 7, Freckleton Business Centre |
Suite 7, Freckleton Business Centre |
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| Freckleton Street | ||
| Blackburn | ||
| Postcode | BB2 2AL |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for entire year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee(if any) |
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| Hamza Suba | ||||
| Helal Hussain | ||||
| Summayah Moosa Yusuf |
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| Fatema Begum | ||||
| Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees) |
Name Dates acted if not for entire year
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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
Constitution adopted 13[th] of August 2021 Type of governing document
(eg. trust deed, constitution) Charitable Incorporated Organisation How the charity is constituted (eg. trust, association, company)
The current trustees are responsible for the recruitment of new trustees, Trustee selection methods with a focus on incorporating the insights and recommendations of (eg. appointed by, elected by) religious scholars throughout the process. In identifying suitable candidates, we prioritize individuals who actively participate in the charity's events and functions and demonstrate a willingness to contribute to our broader community initiatives. Potential trustees are invited to attend trustee meetings as observers, where they are provided with detailed information about the charity’s mission, goals, and activities. This period of observation allows both the candidate and the existing trustees to evaluate suitability. If the existing trustees unanimously agree, the candidate is formally proposed for appointment at the next trustees’ meeting. This structured approach ensures a thorough assessment of the individual's eligibility, personal competence, and relevant skills or specialist knowledge, thereby strengthening the charity’s governance.
Additional governance issues (Optional information)
You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:
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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.
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Section C Objectives and activities
| Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document 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) |
The charity’s primary objectives, as outlined in its governing document, are: 1.Alleviation of Poverty:To reduce poverty among Malawians, either on an individual or collective basis, through the provision of grants for purchasing essential goods, providing critical services, or maintaining necessary facilities. 2.Relief of Those in Need:To support individuals in Limbe, Blantyre District, Malawi, who are in need due to factors such as youth, old age, ill health, disability, financial hardship, or other disadvantages. This is achieved by offering targeted assistance to improve their quality of life and well-being. |
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| In the past year, the charity has focused on several key initiatives to fulfill its mission of alleviating poverty and providing relief to those in need in Limbe, Blantyre District, Malawi. The trustees confirm that they have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit in planning and executing these activities. Key activities and expenditures included: 1.Support for Vulnerable Families and Individuals: oFood Security Initiatives:Distribution of food packs (£600), Iftar packs (£12,650), hot meals (£255), and specific meal provisions like cow and goat meals (£9,110). oSeasonal Support:Provided Eid gifts (£695), Eid clothes (£230), and Qurbani meat distribution (£5,922) to celebrate special occasions with those in need. 2.Community Welfare and Livelihood Support: oHousing and Shelter:Significant support was provided for housing projects (£30,000) and the orphanage (£40,000), ensuring safe and stable living conditions for vulnerable groups. oEssential Supplies:Distribution of mattresses (£1,290), blankets (£10), sandals (£3,408.50), and wheelchairs (£4,400) to enhance the quality of life for those in need. 3.Educational and Religious Support: oMadrassa Sponsorship:Funded education for children with madrassa sponsorship (£6,000) and provided Qur'ans (£380). oSkill Development:Supported self-sufficiency by providing sewing machines (£1,380) and farming packs (£23,650). 4.Healthcare and Sanitation: oHealthcare Support:Provided fidya (£875), which benefits those who are unable to fast due to health conditions. |
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Sanitation: Constructed and maintained toilets (£1,549.50) to improve hygiene and sanitation in the community.
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Special Projects and Seasonal Initiatives:
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Sacrificial Offerings: Conducted goat sacrifice (£6,575) as part of religious observances to support impoverished families.
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Solar and Transportation: Distributed solar lights (£300) to improve living conditions and supported transportation with a bike taxi (£345).
These activities reflect the charity's commitment to improving the wellbeing of disadvantaged individuals and families in Malawi, aligning with its objectives of poverty alleviation and relief for those in need.
Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)
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You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:
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policy on grant making.
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policy programme related investment.
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contribution made by volunteers.
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Section D Achievements and erformance p
Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year
This year, the charity made substantial progress in supporting vulnerable communities in Limbe, Blantyre District, Malawi. Key achievements included:
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Food and Nutritional Support: Provided extensive food aid, including Iftar packs, hot meals, and other essential food distributions, ensuring that families facing food insecurity received vital nutritional support.
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Housing and Shelter: Enhanced living conditions by funding housing projects and supporting an orphanage, providing safe and stable environments for those in critical need.
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Community Empowerment: Promoted self-sufficiency through initiatives such as distributing farmers' packs and sewing machines, enabling beneficiaries to engage in sustainable agriculture and income-generating activities.
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Educational and Religious Support: Sponsored the education of children and provided religious resources, fostering both learning and spiritual growth within the community.
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Healthcare and Well-being: Improved accessibility and quality of life through the provision of wheelchairs, the construction of sanitation facilities, and the distribution of solar lights for better living conditions.
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Seasonal and Religious Aid: Supported families during religious celebrations by distributing Eid gifts, clothes, and Qurbani meat, ensuring that even the most disadvantaged could participate in these special occasions.
These initiatives have had a significant impact, improving the quality of life for individuals and families in need, in line with the charity's mission to alleviate poverty and provide essential support.
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Section E Financial review
Brief statement of the
charity’s policy on reserves
Cash at bank at 31/01/2023 was £8,223.53 in unrestricted. funds. The main financial risk to the charity is reduced donations. The funds are held to cover administration fees and for future charitable activities.
Details of any funds materially in deficit
Not Applicable
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.
This year, public donations continued to be the primary source of income for the charity. We are deeply grateful for the generous support from our donors, which has allowed us to deliver essential assistance to those in need across Limbe, Blantyre District, Malawi.
We are proud to report that 100% of all donations received were directly allocated towards charitable activities, including the distribution of food, clothing, shelter, and other necessities. The majority of the Gift Aid claimed on donations was also directed towards our charitable programs, with only a minimal portion used for administrative expenses. This efficient use of funds is a testament to our commitment to maximizing the impact of every contribution.
The charity operates without any paid employees, ensuring that all funds are focused on providing direct support to beneficiaries. Our lean operational model allows us to channel the maximum amount of resources into our mission of alleviating poverty and providing relief to vulnerable communities.
Section F Other optional information
Future Plans
- Expansion of Services:
Expand to other regions in Malawi, focusing on areas with the greatest need. Start small and grow based on demand.
- Sustainability Projects:
Introduce skills training programs (e.g., tailoring, carpentry) to help people become self-sufficient. Set up small-scale agriculture or microfinance initiatives to build sustainable livelihoods.
- Increasing Awareness and Fundraising:
Use social media to share impact stories and engage potential donors. Host online events or crowdfunding campaigns to raise funds and awareness.
- Volunteer Engagement:
Increase local volunteer opportunities in the areas served by the charity. Promote international volunteer programs to bring in specialized skills.
Section G Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s)
H.hussain
Full name(s) Helal Hussain
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Position (e.g., Secretary, Chair, Trustee etc) Date 15/11/2024
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Independent examiner's report on the accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
| Report to the trustees On accounts for the year ended Set out on pages |
Charity Name The Huffaz Network |
Charity Name The Huffaz Network |
Charity Name The Huffaz Network |
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| 31stof January 2024 | Charity no (if any) |
1196009 | |
| 11 & 12 |
Report to the trustees
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31/01/2024.
Responsibilities and As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the basis of report accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’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 Act.
Independent [The charity’s gross income exceeded £250,000 and I am qualified to examiner's statement undertake the examination by being a qualified member of [insert name of applicable listed body]]. Delete [ ] if not applicable.
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination (other than that disclosed below *) which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or
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the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
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the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a ‘true and fair’ view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
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.
- Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply.
Signed: Mohammad Ismail Date: 15/11/2024
Name: Mohammad Ismail
| Relevant professional qualification(s) or body |
Advanced Diploma in international Taxation, BSc Honors Accounting and Finance |
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IER
(if any):
Address: 63 Langham Road Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 8BN
Section B Disclosure
Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).
Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .
None to report
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| The Huffaz Network | The Huffaz Network | The Huffaz Network | The Huffaz Network | The Huffaz Network | 1196009 | 1196009 | 1196009 | CC16a | |
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| For the period from |
01/02/2023 | To | 31/01/2024 | ||||||
| Section A Receipts and payments | |||||||||
| A1 Receipts | Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ 153,215 14,880 - - - - - - 168,095 - - - 168,095 |
Restricted funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Endowment funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Total funds to the nearest £ 153,215 14,880 - - - - - - 168,095 - - - 168,095 |
Last year to the nearest £ |
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| Donations | 153,215 | 109,342 | |||||||
| Gift aid relief | 14,880 | - | |||||||
| - | - | ||||||||
| - | - | ||||||||
| - | - | ||||||||
| - | - | ||||||||
| - | - | ||||||||
| - | - | ||||||||
| Sub total(Gross income for AR) |
168,095 | 109,342 | |||||||
| A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). |
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| - | |||||||||
| - | - | ||||||||
| Sub total | - | - | |||||||
| Total receipts A3 Payments |
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| 109,342 | |||||||||
| Blankets | 10.00 £ |
- | 10.00 £ |
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| Bore Holes for Water Supply | - £ |
- | - | - £ |
18,550 | ||||
| Breakfastproject | 480.00 £ |
- | 480.00 £ |
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| Cow Meal | 7,500.00 £ |
- | 7,500.00 £ |
1,000 | |||||
| Eid Clothes | 230.00 £ |
- | 230.00 £ |
4,000 | |||||
| Eid Gifts | 695.00 £ |
- | 695.00 £ |
1,000 | |||||
| Farmers Pack | 23,650.00 £ |
- | 23,650.00 £ |
7,900 | |||||
| Fidya | 875.00 £ |
- | 875.00 £ |
850 | |||||
| Food Packs | 600.00 £ |
- | 600.00 £ |
1,100 | |||||
| Goat Meal | 1,610.00 £ |
- | 1,610.00 £ |
1,810 | |||||
| Goat Sacrifice only | 6,575.00 £ |
- | 6,575.00 £ |
4,715 | |||||
| Home | 30,000.00 £ |
- | 30,000.00 £ |
36,000 | |||||
| Host a Breakfast | 210.00 £ |
- | 210.00 £ |
1,000 | |||||
| Hot Meals | 255.00 £ |
- | 255.00 £ |
1,000 | |||||
| Iftar & Sehri Meal | 30.00 £ |
- | 30.00 £ |
1,250 | |||||
| Iftar Packs | 12,650.00 £ |
- | 12,650.00 £ |
13,000 | |||||
| Toilets | 1,549.50 £ |
- | 1,549.50 £ |
2,400 | |||||
| Lunch | 280.00 £ |
- | 280.00 £ |
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| Madrassa Sponsorship | 6,000.00 £ |
- | 6,000.00 £ |
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| Mattresses | 1,290.00 £ |
- | 1,290.00 £ |
1,565 | |||||
| Most Needy | 1,819.00 £ |
- | 1,819.00 £ |
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| Orphanage | 40,000.00 £ |
- | 40,000.00 £ |
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| Quraan | 380.00 £ |
- | - | 380.00 £ |
- | ||||
| Qurbani | 5,922.00 £ |
- | - | 5,922.00 £ |
- | ||||
| Sadqah | 50.00 £ |
- | - | 50.00 £ |
- | ||||
| Sandals | 3,408.50 £ |
- | - | 3,408.50 £ |
6,500 | ||||
| SewingMachine | 1,380.00 £ |
- | - | 1,380.00 £ |
- | ||||
| Solar Lights | 300.00 £ |
- | - | 300.00 £ |
- | ||||
| Sweet Packs | 506.00 £ |
- | - | 506.00 £ |
- | ||||
| Wheelchair | 4,400.00 £ |
- | - | 4,400.00 £ |
3,600 | ||||
| Advertisingand Marketing | 5,863.12 £ |
5,863.12 £ |
35 | ||||||
| Purchase of sweets for event | 800.00 £ |
800.00 £ |
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| Bank Charges | 200.00 £ |
200.00 £ |
349 | ||||||
| Travel | 2,072.00 £ |
- | - | 2,072.00 £ |
- | ||||
| **Sub total ** | 161,590 | - | - | 161,590 | 107,624 |
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| A4 Asset and investment | ||||||||||
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| purchases, (see table) | ||||||||||
| - | - | - | - | |||||||
| - | - | - | - | |||||||
| **Sub total ** | - | - | - | - | - | |||||
| Total payments | 161,590 | - | - | 161,590 | 107,624 | |||||
| Net of receipts/(payments) | 6,505 | - | - | 6,505 | 1,718 | |||||
| A5 Transfers between funds | - | - | - | - | - | |||||
| A6 Cash funds last year end | 1,718 | - | - | 1,718 | - | |||||
| Cash funds this year end | 8,223 | - | - | 8,223 | 1,718 |
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B1 Cash funds B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets |
Signature H.hussain Cash at Bank Details Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details Details Details Details |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 8,223 - - - - - 8,223 - OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name Helal Hussain |
Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| - | |||
| - | |||
| - | |||
| - | |||
| OK | |||
| Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| Current value (optional) |
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| When due (optional) |
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| Date of approval |
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| H.hussain | Helal Hussain | 15/11/2024 | |
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