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2023-03-31-accounts

Charity number: 1196385

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE ANNUAL TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE ANNUAL TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTENTS

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Charity information 4
Trustees’ report 5
Accountants' report 12
Income statement 13
Statement of financial position 14
Notes to the accounts 15

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE CHARITY INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Trustees

Chair

Charity Number

Registered Office

Accountants

Helen Lansley Mariama Ben Jusu

Hashim Bun Kamra 1196385 30 THE MOORS REDHILL RH1 2PE UNITED KINGDOM

Edmil Accountants UK Ltd 146 Broadway Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 8SH

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

The trustees submit their annual report and the financial statements of MOUNT ZION SOLUTION CENTRE (the charity) for the year ended 31 MARCH 2023. The trustees confirm that the annual report and financial statements comply with the current statutory requirements of the charity 's governing document and the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) "Accounting and Reporting by Charities" issued in December 2005.

Status

The charity is constituted as a Trust Deed dated 03 November 2021 and registered in England and Wales with charity number 1196385.

Appointment of Trustees

Trustees are appointed under the terms of the trust deed. There was no change in the membership of the Board of Trustees during the year under review.

Policies adopted for the induction and training of new trustees

The trustees are responsible for preparing the report and accounts in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

The induction process for the newly appointed member of the board of trustee usually comprises an initial meeting with the Chair and other Trustees, followed by short meetings with the other trustees on the powers and responsibilities of the trustees.

Organisational structure and decision making

The charity is organized so that the trustees can meet regularly to manage its affairs. All major decisions are collectively taken by the trustees. The trustees are unpaid, and details of any related party transactions are disclosed as applicable in the notes to the account. The Chair manages the day-to-day administration of the charity.

Related Party Relationships

The Mountain Zion Solution Centre in England collaborates with agencies both in the UK, Ghana and Sierra Leone to support vulnerable people all over the world with memorandum of understanding governed by an 'Agreement for Common Purposes'.

Risk Management

The trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed, in particular those related to operations and finances of the charity and are satisfied that the systems are in place to mitigate our exposure to the major risks.

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Objectives and Activities

to advance the Christianity religion in the United Kingdom and the world for the benefit of the public through the holding of prayer meetings, lectures, missionary and outreach work and producing and /or distributing literature on Christianity to enlighten others about the Christian religion.

poverty reduction: to relieve poverty or financial hardship in Sierra Leone, Ghana or anywhere in the world by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and or charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty, and by providing or assisting in the provision of education, training, healthcare projects and all the necessary support designed to enable individuals to generate a sustainable income and be self-sufficient.

healthcare: to relieve sickness and preserve health among people residing permanently or temporarily in rural Sierra Leone and other parts of the world where people lack access to healthcare by providing health promotion and education on topics such as sexual health, diabetes and blood pressure and by providing community hospitals, healthcare items, services and facilities.

The ministry is dedicated to advancing Christianity and alleviating poverty through education, healthcare, and spiritual support. We engage in various outreach activities, offer counselling services, and provide physical and spiritual healing to individuals worldwide, fostering self-sufficiency and community well-being.

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Public Benefit

The main plan of the charity is addressing poverty and providing spiritual and support through comprehensive outreach efforts. It offers global counseling and healing services, aiming to support individuals in their mental and spiritual well-being. Collaborative initiatives focus on delivering education and essential resources to underserved communities in Sierra Leone and Ghana.

ONGOING PROJECTS AND PARTNERSHIPS:

  1. Teaching : The advancement of Christianity in the United Kingdom, Europe and Africa and the rest of the world through prayer meetings, missionary work, lectures, conferences, crusades and other outreach activities through the production and distribution of Christian literature. The ministry propagates the gospel of Jesus Christ via online (Zoom, Facebook and YouTube) 7 days a week and in person on Saturdays and Sundays.

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MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

  1. Charitable Work : The ministry collaborates with other Christian organisations, charities and other organisations to prevent and alleviate poverty by aiding in the provision of healthcare projects, education, training, mental and spiritual support to enable individuals of other or no religions to be self – sufficient. Also, the providence of charitable items to people in poorer communities in Sierra Leone and Ghana.

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MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

3. Counselling : The ministry provides mental, physical, psychological and spiritual counselling to all people in the UK, Europe, America, Africa and other parts of the world.

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

  1. Healing: The ministry provides physical and spiritual healing for all people through prayers. This is done via online services such as zoom, Facebook, YouTube and in person services across the world through daily, weekly and monthly programs.

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MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Volunteers

The charity is grateful to the unstinting efforts of its volunteers who are involved in providing services for charity.

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE TRUSTEES’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Review of Activities

The charity continues to enjoy tremendous growth in its physical and mental capacity during the year, and in the advancement of women health in accordance with the charity strategy document as contained in our Trust Deed. The charity continues to progress in its search for a permanent building to screen and process victims while waiting for help from the relevant authority.

Investment Policy

The trustees have decided that at present, funds should be retained in Banks and Building Societies, and as far as possible in interest bearing accounts.

Reserves Policy

The trustees' policy is to have unrestricted and uncommitted funds (free reserves) to cover 3 to 6 months of resources expended which equals to roughly £16,000 to £32,000 in general funds.

The Trustees feel that this would enable the current activities to continue if there is a significant drop in funding. It would obviously be necessary to then consider how the funding would be replaced or activities changed. The trustees are continuing to seek additional unrestricted funds to build up its reserves.

Principal Funding

Funding has been provided mainly through donations, fund raising activities and pledges made by trustees and through Gift Aid claims. Pledges are also taken for specific projects.

Future Development

The charity continues to explore various ways of spreading the word on what the charity does in an effective manner. The charity is also looking to grow its donors and attend more conferences to create awareness to make life-changing impact in society.

Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities

The charity trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees' Annual Report and financial statement in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Acceptable Accounting Practice).

The law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial 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 these financial statements, the trustees are required to:

The trustees recognise their responsibilities to keep proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence taking reasonable steps for prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

The appended financial statements have been prepared on the accruals basis and have been examined by an independent examiner, whose report is also appended.

Signed on behalf of the board of trustees. Mr. Hashim Bun Kamra Chair

Approved by the board on 19 November 2024

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE ACCOUNTANTS' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Accountants' report to the trustees of MOUNT ZION SOLUTION CENTRE (the Charity)

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with our terms of engagement and in order to assist you to fulfil your duties under the Charity Commission Acts that relate to preparing the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 MARCH 2023.

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 142(2) of the Charities Act 2011 and that an independent examination is needed.

It is my responsibilities to:

Basis of Examiner’s Statement

My examinations are carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. 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 unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such manners. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a "true and fair" view, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statements below.

Examiner’s Statement

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:

  1. Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any materials respect the trustees have not met the requirement to ensure that:

  2. Proper accounting records are kept (in accordance with section 41 of the Act); and

  3. Accounts are prepared which agree with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of Act; or

  4. To which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Edmil Accountants UK Ltd

146 Broadway Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 8SH

19 November 2024

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE STATEMENT OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Administrative expenses
Wages and salaries
Travel and subsistence
Motor Expenses
Postage
Bank charges
Software
Donations
Accountancy Fees
Total Expenses
Surplus/ (deficit) for the year
Donation and similar incoming resources
Total incoming resources		 2023
£
8,009


2022
£
16,811
8,009 16,811
3,182
1,848
0.00
490
129
158
195
6,002
2,007		 17,365
8,363
5,900
0.00
225
0.00
0.00
400
32,253
(15,442)

MOUNT ZION SOULTION CENTRE STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023


Non-current assets

Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand

Total assets

Charity funds

Contribution from trustees
Surplus/(deficit) funds

Total charity funds		 2023
£
-
6,254
6,254
26,217
- 19,963
6,254		 2022
£
-
5,450
5,450
27,420
- 21,970
5,450

For the year ending 31 MARCH 2023 the accounts have been prepared in accordance with the special provision of Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities (SORP) issued March 2005 as modifies for smaller charities.

The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 30 June 2024 and were signed on its behalf by:

Mr Hashim Bun Kamra

Chair

Charity Registration No. 1196385

MOUNT ZION SOLUTION CENTRE NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024

1 Statutory information

MOUNT ZION SOLUTION CENTRE is a Charity registered in England and Wales, registration number 1196385. The registered office is 30 The Moors, Redhill, RH12PE, United Kingdom.

2 Compliance with accounting standards

The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the special provision of Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities (SORP) issued March 2005 as modifies for smaller charities. There were no material departures from that standard.

3 Accounting policies

The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are set out below and have remained unchanged from the previous year, and also have been consistently applied within the same accounts.

Musical equipment 25% reducing balance
Furniture and fittings 25% reducingbalance
Computer equipment 25% reducing balance
Motor Vehicles 25% reducing balance

Basis of preparation

The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention as modified by the revaluation of certain fixed assets.

Presentation currency

The accounts are presented in £ sterling.

4 Average number of employees

During the year the average number of employees was 1 (2023: 1). However, trustees contributed the sum of £26,217 in the form of Contribution from trustees.