REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 ## **MEG’S ARM OF LOVE** REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 Trustees’ Annual Report & Statement of Financial Activity for the Year Ended 31st December 2025 ## **Trustees** David Onyesoh (Chair) Victoria Erikume Gideon Onyesoh Emmanuel Erikume Jete Ugen REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 ## **MEG’S ARM OF LOVE** ## **Trustees’ Annual Report & Statement of Financial Activity** ## **for the Year Ended 31st December 2025** |Contents|Pages| |---|---| |Charity information|2| |Trustee’s annual report|3| |Independent Examiner's report|7| |Statement of financial activities (incorporating the income and expenditure account)|8| |Balance sheet|9| |Notes to the account|10| Page **1** of **13** REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 ## **MEG’S ARM OF LOVE** ## **Charity information** **Registered Charity Name** MEG’S ARM OF LOVE **Charity Number** 1196348 **Registered Address 45** Walker Avenue, Fyfield, Essex Ongar, CM50AQ **Trustees** David Onyesoh (Chair) Victoria Erikume Gideon Onyesoh Emmanuel Erikume **Banker** APS Financial-CASH PLUS BANK **Accountant** E&E Accounting and Tax Services Ltd Suite 213 Spirella Building, Bridge Road, Letchworth Garden City, England, SG6 4ET Page **2** of **13** REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 ## **TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT & STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITY FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31[st] , 2025.** ## **Structure, Governance & Management** ## **Type of Governing Document** Constitution- based on the Charity Commission’s model governing document for Charitable Incorporated Organisations. ## **Charitable Objectives** As defined in the Charities Constitution (Governing Document) _The Charities Objects are: “The Meg’s Arm of Love is a charity used for the interest of the public. It is for the prevention or relief of poverty in particular but not exclusively of single mothers and their children, and persons affected by homelessness, in such ways as the trustees think fit, such as:_ _a) Empowering persons Through the provision of education to assist persons in self-help to improve and attain a better quality of life._ _b) Advancing the community through the provision of outreach projects to offer guidance and provide information, practical advice, and emotional support.”_ ## **Trustee Appointment Methods** Recruitment and Selection of new trustees is in obedience with the charity’s constitution and with the Trustees acknowledgement and consent. The criteria set for the suitable candidate would be someone who is of legal age and is committed to the needs and stipulations of the organisation. ## **Charity Activities** ## **Growth and Development of the Charity** Meg’s Arm of Love was established and registered during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021. Despite the challenges and restrictions of that period, the charity successfully established its banking arrangements and began raising awareness of its mission through digital platforms, personal networks, WhatsApp, charitable fundraising links, business cards and other promotional activities. Since those early beginnings, Meg’s Arm of Love has continued to develop its presence and expand its community-focused activities. The charity now maintains an official website, **megsarmoflove.org** , which provides information about its charitable work, programmes, volunteering opportunities, community Page **3** of **13** REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 support services, fundraising activities and ways for individuals and families to access support. The charities donation page is also hosted on its website. The Charities registration took place during the pandemic. In spite of this, Meg’s Arm of Love was able to open a bank account and also raise awareness of the Charities existence (mostly to friends, family, associates) and goals through online activities. i.e., WhatsApp, circulation of PayPal Giving Fund donation link, Charity Business cards etc. Its current programmes and initiatives include: **1. The Agora Forum** , providing practical and emotional support; 2. **The Owó Empowerment Project** , focused on financial knowledge and economic independence; **3. Meg’s Corner** , supporting education, mentoring and life-skills development; **4. Feed My Sheep Project** , providing food assistance; 5. **What Do You Know? Quiz Night** , promoting learning and community participation; and 6. **The Mercy Table** , providing food parcels, clothing, household essentials and other donated items to people experiencing hardship. The charity has also strengthened opportunities for volunteering, community participation, charitable giving and collaborative working. Through these activities, Meg’s Arm of Love continues to pursue its mission of empowering women, supporting children, strengthening families, relieving hardship and helping individuals build confidence, independence and brighter futures. Meg’s Arm of Love delivers educational meetings, workshops, and community forums, both online and in person, to improve financial awareness, develop practical skills, promote wellbeing, and strengthen community connections. Alongside these activities, the charity provides food parcels, clothing, household essentials, and other donated items to individuals and families experiencing hardship, prioritising those most in need. All programmes are delivered for the public benefit and in furtherance of the charity’s objectives, with the Trustees having due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit when exercising their duties and making decisions. ## **Charity’s Accomplishments & Achievements** ## **Goals of the Charity, Main Activities and Administration of our Projects** When executing our projects in England – Essex and other parts of the United Kingdom, the trustees are conscious of the charity commission guidelines on public aid and believe that the Charity has acted in accordance with the duty in **Section 17 (S) of the charity Act 2011** . The charity’s main goals are summarised as follows: - 1) The Prevention or Relief of Poverty - 2) Empowering persons through the provision of education to assist persons in self-help to improve and attain a better quality of life. - 3) Advancing the community through the provision of outreach projects to offer guidance and provide information, practical advice, and emotional support. - 4) Granting support for the cohesiveness of the family structure as a building block of the community/society. Page **4** of **13** REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 ## **Meg’s Arm of Love Projects, Activities and Achievements** _**The Feed My Sheep Project:**_ No human being, especially a child should have to go hungry. Thus, this project aims at feeding the community not just on a physical scale but mentally/emotionally and spiritually. _**The Agora Forum:**_ This is an assembly (online and/or Onsite) where members of the community come together and reflect on current events/issues and how to stay on top of things and continue to thrive regardless of their circumstances. _**What Do You Know? Quiz Night:**_ A monthly activity. General Knowledge quizzes with prizes given at the end to top performers. This is a fun way to educate and inform while having fun. _**The Mercy Table:The Mercy Table:**_ A community support initiative providing food, clothing, household essentials, and quality pre-loved items to individuals and families experiencing hardship. _**The Owó Empowerment Project:**_ A financial empowerment initiative providing practical knowledge, training, and guidance to help individuals improve financial literacy, develop income opportunities, and work towards greater economic independence. _**Meg’s Corner**_ : An education and personal development initiative providing mentoring, learning opportunities, and practical life-skills support to help individuals build confidence, develop their abilities, and create a more successful future. _**The Christmas Family Bash:**_ No one should be alone during the festivities. A fun filled program where all attendees talk, dance, laugh, learn, and dine together. ## **In the United Kingdom** 1. 21 families were supported across Essex. 2. 98 food parcels were distributed during the Christmas family Bash, December of 2025 3. 80 persons including women and their children were given Christmas presents and gift cards. We believe one of our greatest achievements is the emotional support, care, and encouragement we give to people in our community, alongside providing food and other essential items. Many people and families continue to face financial difficulties, loneliness, and other challenges, making community support more important than ever. Through our work, we have learned that kindness, love, compassion, and understanding can make a real difference in people’s lives. We are proud of the progress Meg’s Arm of Love has made and remain committed to growing our work, reaching more people, strengthening families, and helping individuals and communities build better and brighter futures. Page **5** of **13** REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 ## **Declaration** The Trustees declare that they have approved the trustees report above. Signed on Behalf of the Charity’s Board of Trustees Victoria Erikume 20[th] August 2026 Page **6** of **13** REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 ## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF MEG’S ARM OF LOVE** We report on the accounts of the Trust for the year ended 31 December 2025, which are set out on pages 9 to 13. ## **Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner** The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees 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 examiner’s 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 charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees 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. Independent examiner’s statement 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 section 41 of the 1993 Act; and - To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting - requirements of the 1993 Act as amended. ## 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. E&E Accounting and Tax Servcies Ltd 20[th] August 2026 Page **7** of **13** REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 MEG'SARM OF LOVE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (Incofporating an Income and Expenditure Account) YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 Un-restricted Funds 2025 Restritted Funds 2025 Total Funds 2025 Total Funds 2024 Notes INCOMING RESOURCES FROM CHARITABLE AcrIvrriES General Donations Other income 1,878 1,878 1,643 TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES RESOURCES EXPENDED Cost of Generating Funds Charitable activities Governance 949 loo 949 loo 1,635 150 TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED Net incomel{outgoing) resources 830 830 (132) Total funds brought forward (169) (169) (37) rotal funds carrled fomard 661 661 (169) All incomlng resources are derlved from contlnuiro operatlons. The charlty has no other galns or losses other than those recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities. Page 8 of 13 REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 MEG'S ARM OF LOVE BALANCE SHEEr AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2025 2025 Total 2024 Total Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible Assets CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at bank and in haThJ 761 761 Current Liabilities Creditors- amounts falling due within one year (ioo) (171) Net Currert assetsl(Liabilities) 661 169 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABIL￿IE5 169 FINANCED BY: Unrestricted funds Restricted Funds TOTAL FUNDS io io li 661 (169) 169 Victoria Erikume 20, August 2026 Page 9 of 13 REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 MEG'S ARM OF LOVE NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025 Note 2. Incoming Resources - General Donatior 2025 Total Funds 2024 Totsl Funds Unrestricted Restricted Funds Fu￿lS General Donations 1,878 1,878 1,653 1,878 1,653 Note 3. Incoming Resources - Other Income 2025 Total Funds 2024 Total Funds Unrestricted Restricted Funds FurKIs Other Donatons Events income Other income Note 4. Resources Expended - Attivities 2025 Total Funds 2024 Total Funds Unrestritted Restritted Funds FurKIs Events & Other related costs Printing & stationery Rent Travels 357 35 400 157 949 357 35 400 157 949 412 412 Note 5. Resources Expended- Lkjvernance 2025 Total Funds 2024 Total Funds Unrestricted Restricted Funds FuThJs Accountancy other professional fees loo loo 150 loo loo 150 Page 10 of 13 REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 2025 2024 Offfice Equipment Note 6. TANGIBLE ASSETS Total Total Cost Additions Revaluation Disposal Total Costs Depreciation Balance brought forward Charge for the year Disposal Transfers Balance carried foNard Net book value At 30 N0vemE￿r 2019 At 30 Novemter 2018 Note 7. Debtors 2025 2024 This is made up as follows.. Member Loans Note 8. Cash at bank and in hand 2025 2024 Cash at bank Cash at hand 761 761 Note 9. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 2025 2024 This is made up as follows.. Accountancy Fees Salary Arears other creditors 100 150 21 171 loo Note 10. Movement in ￿ndS Opening Incoming Resources balance resources expended Unrestricted funds Charity's 169 169 1,049 1,049 661 661 1,878 Restrlcted funds Grants REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1196348 Note 10.1 Analysis of net assets by ￿nd 2025 Total Fund5 2024 Total Funds Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds Cash at bank and in hand Other net assets (liabilities) 761 (100) 661 761 loo) 661 761 (loo 661 Note 11. TRUSTEES REMUNERATION The Trustees did not receive any emoluments and no out of p)cket expenses were paid during the year (2025: £nil) Note 12. As a company, MEG'S ARM OF LOVE is exempt from tax on income and gains falling within 5ettion 505 ofthe Taxes Art 1988 or $256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gain5 Art 1992 to the extent that these a￿ applied to its objects. No tax charges have arisen in the Company. Note 13. Control The ultlmate controlllng partles are the dlrectors, as stated on page 2. Page 12 of 13