Humans In Need Draft Report and Accounts 31 March 2025
Registered number CE026831 Charity registration number 1196034
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Humans In Need Report and accounts Contents
Page Organisational Information 1 Trustees Report Statement of directors' responsibilities Directors' statement Accountants' report Profit and loss account Balance sheet Notes to the accounts
Humans In Need Organisational Information
Directors
Omar Mohamad El Masri Babul Ali Shariar Vicky Licensed Independent Examiner S F Reza, FAAT, FAIA, FATT, ICPA
Assurance, Review & Risk Management
Hamza Saeed Bajwa FCCA ACCA Registration number: 1373299
Accountants
Omega Accountants Ltd 223 Wickham Road Croydon CR0 8TG
Registered office
6 The Parade Stafford Road Wallington United Kingdom SM6 8ND
Registered number
CE026831
Charity registration number 1196034
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Humans In Need Accountants' Report
Accountants' report to the directors of Humans In Need
We have carried out independent examination of the accounts of Humans In Need, Croydon for the year ended 31 March 2025 Which comprise the Profit and Loss Account, the Balance Sheet, the Statement of Total Recognised Gains and Losses and the related notes and Statement of Financial Activities. These have been reviewed by third party qualified accountants to mitigate any conflict of interest.
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2006 and with the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities, effective January 2005, and in accordance the requirements of the Statement of Recommended Practice for Accounting and Reporting (2005 and 2007) issued by the Charity Commissioners for England & Wales, adapted to meet the needs of unincorporated organisations, under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the accounting policies set out in the notes to the financial statements.
We have not carried out an audit or any other review, and consequently we do not express any opinion on these accounts.
Scope
This report is made solely to the organisation's members, as a body, in accordance with Section 235 of the Companies Act 2006. Our work has been undertaken so that we might state to the company's members those matters we are required to state to them in an examination report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the company and the company's members as a body, for our work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.
The terms of our engagement exclude any requirement to carry out a comprehensive assessment of the risks of material misstatement, a consideration of fraud, laws, regulations and internal controls, and we have not done so. We are not required to, and we do not, express an audit opinion on these accounts.
Respective responsibilities of ECM and the independent examiners
The charity’s ECMs is responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s ECM consider that an audit is not required for this year (under section 43(2) of the Charities Act 1993 (the 1993 Act)) and that an independent examination is needed. It is our responsibility to:
• examine the accounts (under section 43(3)(a) of the 1993 Act);
• to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners (under section 43(7)(b) of the 1993 Act); and
- to state whether particular matters have come to our attention.
Basis of independent examiners’ report
Our examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the ECM and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and the seeking of explanations from you as ECM concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and, consequently, we do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts.
Conclusion - Independent Examiner's statement
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Humans In Need Accountants' Report
In connection with our examination, no matter has come to our attention:
(1) which gives us reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect, the requirements:
• to keep accounting records in accordance with s41 of the 1993 Act; and
• to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the 2006 Act
have not been met; or
(2) to which, in our opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
S F Reza, FAAT, FAIA, FATT, ICPA
Assurance, review and risk management Hamza Syed Bajwa FCCA
223 Wickham Road Croydon CR0 8TG
29 July 2025
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Humans in Need Executive Committees' Report
Principal activities
Humans In Need's purpose is poverty reduction by providing clean water to areas of the world where it is inaccessible. Through this facilitation it will lead to sanitation, increase in hygiene, improvement in health and education and so forth.
Introduction
The ECM present their annual report and accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Name, registered office and constitution of the charity
Name of the organisation: Humans In Need Legal Status: Unincorporated body with charitable objectives Address details: 6 The Parade, Stafford Road,Wallinton, SM6 8ND Governing body: Executive Committee, under the Trustees Day to day management: Delegated to President, Secretary and Treasurer. Date setup: 04 October 2021
Charitable Status: UK Registered Local Charity
Fully paid-up trustees at the signing of the balance sheet.
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1.Omar Mohamed El Masri
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Babul Ali
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Shariar Vicky
Structure, governance and management Governing document
Humans In Need is constituted as an incorporated charity, controlled by trustees and registered on 04 October 2021 under charity number 1196034
Organisation structure
Humans in Need is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO), registered on 4th October 2021. The charity operates under a foundation model and is governed by its constitution. The charity is managed by a board of three trustees, who oversee the strategic direction and ensure the organisation fulfils its mission and complies with regulatory requirements. The charity currently does not employ any paid staff or operate through trading subsidiaries.
Recruitment and appointment of trustees:
Trustees are recruited based on their skills, experience, and commitment to the charity’s vision and mission. All appointments are made in accordance with the governing document and the Charity Commission’s guidelines. New trustees are selected through informal networks and referrals, with an emphasis on diversity, transparency, and alignment with the charity’s values.
Induction and training of trustees
New trustees undergo an induction process which includes:
An overview of the charity’s work, governance documents,and relevant policie's. Explanation of trustees’ roles and legal responsibilities.Ongoing support from existing trustees.Access to training and resources as required, especially in areas like safeguarding, financial oversight, and risk management.
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Risk Management
The trustees are committed to identifying and managing potential risks affecting the charity. Key risks identified include:Funding shortfalls for major projects.Operational risks in overseas locations.Reputational risks related to beneficiary impact and donor confidence.
To mitigate these risks, we:
Maintain strict financial oversight and budgeting processes.Work with local partners for safe and efficient project delivery.Ensure regular monitoring and evaluation of all activities.Follow established safeguarding and volunteer policies
Objectives and activities
Charitable Objects:
For the public benefit to relieve poverty and suffering in any part of the world
Main Activities:
Constructing water wells in underserved communities.Training locals in well maintenance and sanitation practices.Supporting vulnerable communities through education initiatives.Providing relief in the form of clean water, sanitation, and other basic services.
Our aim
The objects of the charity are set out in the charity’s trust deed and are summarized as follows:
The principal aims and objectives of Humans in Need will be to provide essential services to relieve poverty and disability. The charity will focus on providing clean water, sanitation, and other essential services to improve the well-being of disadvantaged communities.
Our objectives
Our objectives will be aligned with our mission to prevent and relieve poverty. Each year, our trustees will review our objectives and activities to ensure they continue to reflect our aims. In carrying out this review, the trustees will consider the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit. Our long-term goal will be to expand our reach and services to support more vulnerable individuals in Bangladesh, Ghana, and Lebanon.
Strategies
Humans in Need will aim to become an accessible and effective platform for poverty relief and disability support. We will be committed to setting up sustainable clean water and sanitation projects, as well as expanding our services to improve the living conditions of the communities we serve.Launch fundraising campaigns to support key
Use of volunteers
Volunteers will play a vital role in delivering our services. They will be involved in implementing clean water projects, raising awareness, and organizing community support activities. Our trustees will also contribute their time freely. We will encourage all members of the community to participate in voluntary activities and share their skills for the betterment of society.
Grant-making policy
The charity will raise funds through donations and grants to support its initiatives. We will seek financial contributions from donors and organizations committed to poverty alleviation and improving the quality of life for disadvantaged communities.
Activities and achievements
How our activities will deliver public benefit
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Clean Water Projects: Establishing and maintaining wells and sanitation facilities in underserved areas.
Poverty Relief Initiatives: Providing food, medical aid, and essential supplies to struggling families.
Disability Support Services: Assisting individuals with disabilities through specialized programs and resources.
How Our Activities Deliver Public Benefit
Our work directly aligns with our charitable objects and the principles of public benefit by: Reducing poverty through access to clean water.Improving health and hygiene in poor communities. Providing opportunities for children to receive education.Supporting human dignity and development in underserved areas.
The beneficiaries are communities in Bangladesh, Ghana, and Lebanon, and the impact is measurable through improved health, reduced waterborne diseases, and increased school attendance.
Financial Review (2024–2025):
Total Income: £32,481.76, Total Expenditure: £31,457.76 All income was generated through donations and fundraising initiatives. The charity does not hold any trading subsidiaries or generate income through commercial activity.
Principal Funding Sources
Funding for our activities is sourced from: Individual donors, Community fundraising campaigns,Occasional one-off donations from private supporters,Online fundraising efforts through social platforms and events.
The charity is not currently registered for Gift Aid.
Plans for Future Periods:
Complete School Project: Raise the remaining funds (£30,194.26) for the school in Kumasi, Ghana. Expand Clean Water Projects: Continue identifying communities in need and building wells.Strengthen Local Partnerships: Work closely with local leaders and volunteers for sustainability.Increase Visibility and Support: Develop a stronger digital presence and donor engagement strategy
Apply for Gift Aid: Begin the process of Gift Aid registration to maximise UK donations
Statement of Trustees’ responsibilities
The charity trustees are responsible for preparing an annual report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
The law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the charity trustees to prepare financial statements for each year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period.
In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are required to:
a) select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP;
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b) make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements; prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in business.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 1993, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
The trustees for the purposes of charity law who served during the year and up to the date of this report are set out on page 1 of this report.
Approved by the trustees and signed on its
behalf by: Omar Mohammed El Masri - Chair(Trustee)
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Humans In Need Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 March 2025
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Last Year | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Total Funds | ||
| Notes | 2025 | 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | ||
| Incoming resources | |||||
| Incoming resources from generated funds | |||||
| Donations | 32,482 | - | 32,482 | - | |
| Other operating income | - | - | - | - | |
| Incoming resources from charitable activities | 32,482 | - | 32,482 | - | |
| Resources expended | |||||
| Costs of generating funds | |||||
| Charitable Expenditures | 28,629 | - | 28,629 | - | |
| Staffing & associated costs | 520 | - | 520 | - | |
| Costs of charitable activities | 29,149 | - | 29,149 | - | |
| Governance costs | |||||
| Other resources expended | 4,098 | - | 4,098 | - | |
| Total resources expended | 33,247 | - | 33,247 | - | |
| Net incoming resources | |||||
| before transfers between funds | (765) | - | (765) | - | |
| Gross transfers between funds | - | - | - | - | |
| Net incoming resources before | |||||
| Other recognised gains and losses | (765) | - | (765) | - | |
| Net movement in funds | (765) | - | (765) | - | |
| Reconciliation of funds | - | - | - | - | |
| Total funds brought forward | - | - | - | - | |
| Total Funds carried forward | 3 | (765) | - | (765) | - |
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Humans In Need
Profit and Loss Account for the year ended 31 March 2025
| Donations Charitable Expenditures Administrative expenses Operating loss Loss before taxation Tax on loss Loss for the financial year |
2025 £ 32,482 (28,629) (4,618) (765) (765) - (765) |
2024 £ - - - - - - - |
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Humans In Need Registered number: CE026831 Balance Sheet as at 31 March 2025
| Notes Current assets Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 3 Net current assets Total assets less current liabilities Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year 4 Net liabilities Capital and reserves Profit and loss account Shareholders' funds |
2025 £ 4,684 (4,210) 474 474 (1,239) (765) (765) (765) |
- - |
2024 £ - - - - - - |
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The directors are satisfied that the company is entitled to exemption from the requirement to obtain an audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Act.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.
The accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the special provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. The profit and loss account has not been delivered to the Registrar of Companies.
Omar Mohamed El Masri
Director Approved by the board on 29 July 2025
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Humans In Need Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025
1 Accounting policies
Basis of preparation
The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with FRS 102, The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (as applied to small entities by section 1A of the standard).
Turnover
Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services. Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have transferred to the buyer. Turnover from the rendering of services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs.
Intangible fixed assets
Intangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulative amortisation and any accumulative impairment losses.
Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulative depreciation and any accumulative impairment losses. Depreciation is provided on all tangible fixed assets, other than freehold land, at rates calculated to write off the cost, less estimated residual value, of each asset evenly over its expected useful life, as follows:
Leasehold land and buildings over the lease term Plant and machinery over 5 years Fixtures, fittings, tools and equipment over 5 years
Stocks
Stocks are measured at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost is determined using the first in first out method. The carrying amount of stock sold is recognised as an expense in the period in which the related revenue is recognised.
Debtors
Short term debtors are measured at transaction price (which is usually the invoice price), less any impairment losses for bad and doubtful debts. Loans and other financial assets are initially recognised at transaction price including any transaction costs and subsequently measured at amortised cost determined using the effective interest method, less any impairment losses for bad and doubtful debts.
Creditors
Short term creditors are measured at transaction price (which is usually the invoice price). Loans and other financial liabilities are initially recognised at transaction price net of any transaction costs and subsequently measured at amortised cost determined using the effective interest method.
Taxation
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Humans In Need Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025
A current tax liability is recognised for the tax payable on the taxable profit of the current and past periods. As the the activites of the company is wholly charitable and no trading activites involved, no taxation liabilities are incurred.
Foreign currency translation
Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recognised at the rate of exchange ruling at the date of the transaction. At the end of each reporting period foreign currency monetary items are translated at the closing rate of exchange. Non-monetary items that are measured at historical cost are translated at the rate ruling at the date of the transaction. All differences are charged to profit or loss.
| 2 Employees Average number of persons employed by the company 3 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Other creditors 4 Creditors: amounts falling due after one year Other creditors |
2025 Number 0 2025 £ 4,210 2025 £ 1,239 |
2024 Number 0 2024 £ - 2024 £ - |
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5 Other information
Humans In Need is a private company limited by shares and incorporated in England. Its registered office is: 6 The Parade Stafford Road Wallington United Kingdom SM6 8ND
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Humans In Need
Detailed profit and loss account for the year ended 31 March 2025
This schedule does not form part of the statutory accounts
| Donations Donations Charitable Expenditures Charitable Expenditures Administrative expenses Employee costs: Temporary staff and recruitment Staff training and welfare Travel and subsistence Premises costs: Service charges Light and heat General administrative expenses: Telephone and internet Stationery and printing Subscriptions Bank charges Repairs and maintenance Sundry expenses Legal and professional costs: Accountancy fees Advertising and PR Other legal and professional |
2025 £ 32,482 28,629 310 95 115 520 1,030 435 1,465 118 131 180 25 155 31 640 1,800 108 85 1,993 4,618 |
2024 £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
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