Registered Charity number: 1196434 ## **NEWHAM MUSLIM SAFETY FORUM** Report of the Trustees and Financial Statements For the Year Ended 31 March 2023 1 ## **NEWHAM MUSLIM SAFETY FORUM** ## **Contents of the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2023** ||**Page**| |---|---| |Reference and Administrative Details|3| |Trustees' Report|4-6| |Independent examiner's report|7| |Statement of Financial Activities|| |(incorporating an income and expenditure account)|8| |Balance Sheet|9| |Notes to the Financial Statements|10-12| 2 ## **NEWHAM MUSLIM SAFETY FORUM** ## **REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS** ## **For the year ended 31 March 2023** ## **Governing Document** The Company (The Mission”) was established under a Memorandum of Association which established the objects and powers of the charitable company and is governed under its Articles of Association amended and adopted on 05 November 2021: ## **Directors & Trustees** The directors of the charitable company (''the Charity'') are its trustees for the purpose of the Charity Law and throughout this report are collectively referred to as the Trustees. The Trustees who served during the year and since the year end were as follows: Mahmood Ul Hassan Mirza Muhammad Javed Zulfiqar Ali Butt ## **Registered and Principal Office** 24 ORWELL ROAD LONDON E13 9DH **Bankers** Lloyds Bank PLC 3 ## **NEWHAM MUSLIM SAFETY FORUM** ## **Trustee’s’ Report** ## **Trustee’s’ Report for the year ended 31 March June 2023** The Trustees present their annual report with the financial statements of the Charity for the period ended 31 March 2023 and confirm that they comply with the Charities Act 1993, as amended by the Charities Act 2006 and 2011, the Articles and Charities SORP (FS 102). ## **History of the Charity** Newham Muslim Safety Forum was incorporate on 5[th] November 2021. On that day it was granted registered charity status with the Charities Commission of England and Wales under Charity number: 1196434. At the point of incorporation fixtures and fitting, office equipment, cash and bank and in hand were passed on to the charity. ## **Objectives of the charity** Our mission is to alleviate hunger and improve the well-being of homeless individuals in Newham, London. We strive to provide more than just meals—by offering nutritious food, fostering a strong sense of community, and advocating for sustainable, long-term solutions to homelessness and food insecurity. We are committed to ensuring that every homeless individual who needs support has access to healthy, dignified meals, recognizing that food is not just a basic need, but also a crucial step towards restoring dignity and hope. Beyond immediate assistance, we work to raise public awareness of the underlying social and economic challenges faced by homeless individuals, including unemployment, lack of affordable housing, and mental health issues. Recognizing the complex nature of homelessness, our organization extends its support to those suffering from various addictions, offering a compassionate approach that addresses both physical and emotional needs. We aim to provide holistic care that contributes to their journey toward recovery, stability, and self-sufficiency. Our long-term vision includes establishing a dedicated centre where homeless individuals can access not only nutritious meals but also essential services such as bathing facilities, hygiene resources, and support programs. This center will serve as a safe and welcoming space, empowering individuals to take steps toward rebuilding their lives. 4 ## **Key Objectives:** - **Immediate Relief** : Provide nutritious and healthy meals to homeless individuals in Newham, ensuring no one in need goes hungry. - **Sense of Community** : Foster a welcoming, supportive environment where individuals can connect with others and feel part of a caring community. - **Advocacy** : Raise awareness about the root causes of homelessness and food insecurity, such as poverty, mental health challenges, and systemic inequalities. - **Support for Addiction Recovery** : Offer resources and compassionate care for individuals struggling with addiction, recognizing its impact on homelessness. - **Long-Term Vision** : Develop a community centre offering meals, bathing facilities, and support services to help homeless individuals regain their dignity and take steps towards a more stable life. ## **STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT** The Mission is controlled by its governing documents, Memorandum and Articles of Association. The board of Trustees administer the Mission. The Trustees meet three times a year, and there are committees covering finance and Personnel. The trustees are responsible for setting general policy, finalising and approving the annual plan and budget, monitoring the Mission and taking major decisions about the strategic direction of the charity and any capital expenditure. The Trustees give their time freely and receive no remuneration or any other financial benefits. A Principal Administrator is appointed by the Trustees to manage the day to day operations of the Mission. To facilitate effective operations, the Principal Administrator has delegated authority, within terms of delegation approved by the Trustees, for operational matters including finance, employment and performance related activity. The Principal Administrator gives his time freely and receive no remuneration or any other financial benefits. ## **Risk Management** The Board of Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the Mission is exposed, in the those related to the operations and finances of the Mission. These risks are formally documented and regularly reviewed, and the Trustees are satisfied that systems are in place to 5 mitigate the Mission’s exposure to significant risk. The Mission is also seeking to recruit additional Trustees so that our beneficiaries can benefit from further perspectives. ## **Achievements and Performance** Over the past year(s), our charity food bank has made significant strides in addressing hunger and supporting the homeless community in Newham, London. Through our dedicated efforts, we have not only provided critical resources but also built a foundation for long-term solutions to homelessness and food insecurity. Below are some of our key achievements and milestones: ## **1. Meals Provided:** - Successfully delivered over 1000 nutritious meals to homeless individuals in the community, ensuring access to healthy food options for those most in need. - Developed partnerships with local food suppliers, restaurants, and volunteers to maintain a consistent supply of fresh, balanced meals. ## **2. Community Impact:** - Created a welcoming environment where homeless individuals feel valued and supported, with Newham community events that foster connection, dialogue, and trust. - Built strong relationships with local organizations and churches, expanding the reach of our services and involving a diverse range of volunteers. ## **3. Advocacy and Awareness:** - Organized few awareness campaigns and outreach initiatives to inform the public about homelessness, food insecurity, and the social challenges faced by vulnerable populations. - Engaged with local media and policymakers to bring attention to the structural causes of homelessness and advocate for more affordable housing and mental health services. ## **4. Support for Addiction Recovery:** - Assisted a lot of individuals struggling with addiction by connecting them with professional support services, rehabilitation programs, and mental health counselling. - Launched an addiction support initiative that offers resources, guidance, and a pathway to recovery, which has resulted in great deal of participants making measurable progress towards rehabilitation. ## **5. Volunteer Engagement:** - Increased volunteer participation over the past year, involving some dedicated volunteers in our meal distribution, event coordination, and advocacy efforts. 6 - Implemented a volunteer training program to ensure that all volunteers are equipped to provide compassionate care and understand the complexities of homelessness and addiction. ## **6. Progress Towards Long-Term Vision:** - Secured funding and initiated planning for the development of a dedicated community centre that will provide essential services such as meals, bathing facilities, and counselling. - Held preliminary discussions with local authorities and potential donors to create a sustainable long-term strategy for the centre, with plans to launch within the next few years. 7 HA Trnslrr'• Mtporl ror ￿￿11 fina￿1￿1 ycw wthich gii¢s • true w¥J fAir io th¢ st4tc of •lTxin of iht Ch￿tY •fftd ror lh￿ wmxl. In Pftpjiing Iha¥¢ fip.wKiil SUi¢mtnt$, diTCrtLKS fe4Ulrtd10. - S¢l¢ci suithbl¢ •¢cLJuniin% wili¢1¢s and thcn ¥pl)' th¢ih ti￿1$1¢￿1Y . lkn%"e¥%'e thc m¢ilKwJs and priiicwlu charities SORP11.II%1021. - Make jud8mws aThd CSiimait5 IhJt ￿ T¢tsopAble ofvj pnthbl Sijie whethu applic47ble I,TK Ac¢wAlini Siandtht%ts ha¥t b¢¢n lollow'¢d. sd)Jecl Io Afty mai¢fi41 d¢parlvTes ¢xplasKd kn ihc finii nLry#l NlJlCI)thI¥. - PTcpare ihc finJnciJl ¥lJrcn￿n1% 8vir¢￿(MI bM%14 11111¢55 il 1$ inarfKwiDt¢ w prt%4snse Ih•i the ¢onipayi>' will wn11n￿¢ in l)U&Tn¢ The chjfity's Inis1¢¢8 are irsponsibl¢ kecpitsg WOP¢f llc¢ounlinF which &ch)sè w'iih reasoDJblc i¢CLtrac> ai an), Ikrnkt the fwan¢iaJ j114)n of ibe CliaFilV. They ar¢ alw rt$poThsiblc (or $¥fcbuJrdins ihe Dssets of ihe ¢hFithle ¢omp4ny *i:d loi i)king wusomble sleps for the we%'¢rJlivn ddfdion of frnud aTwJ oihu int¥ulonittS. Th¢ chanl! s mi%lLYs are ￿liS11¢￿ thai th¢ sniemal Conifols operJi¢d lo saf¢gu¥d tl)r Chanly S WIS uppropnatcd io thr nat[1￿ and scale of Ilic (h￿￿1¥,$ opcrutil￿￿ Thc chrilv's trusi¢CS h•i'e ￿se￿d nsks ifi'i¥iinB the Clwil). 4TH1 bcli¢vc i1￿1 ag4ins1 signifi￿1 nsks uc in platt •$ fAT as wxllCII. Irhmood Ul H8*￿111 Nliri3 TThL%IC¢ Dale.. 12 Sepicmkr ?024 Zulfiqar Ali ll￿1 TnL41¢¢ Tn￿ltt D*¢: l? Septunbcr 2￿4 1)alr. I: sknwnbEr *024 NEWHAM MUSLIM SAFEfY FORUM Indtpendent Eumlp¢r's Re￿rt for th¢ year ended 31 March 2023 We Tep)rt on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023. which aye set out on pa8es eight to twelve. Rejpectivt rnponjibilities of trusteu and tumlner Having sAtisf￿d myself that the chty is not subiKt to audit under cthnpllny law and is eli8ible for independent ￿MInation. I have exarnin￿ your dwity'5 accounts as required under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 {'the Act.). In canying out my examination I have followed the Directors 8iven by the ChArity Commission under 145 (5Xb) of the 201 IAct. My role is to stsle whetherony material matters have come to my attention BivinB me caus¢ to believe: l. That accountin8 Te¢ords were not keo as rniuired by ￿tIon 386 of the Companies Act 2(K)6 or 2. That the accounts do not accord H'ith those records or 3. That the &¢¢ounts do not comply with the accountinB requirements of section 396 of the Company Act 2￿6 and with the MeA1￿ and prin¢ipk$ of th¢ Charities Stat¢m¢nl of Recommended Practice Applicable to charities preparin8 their accounts in ￿rdance with the Financial ReE￿In8 Sthndard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland. or 4. That there is fvrth¢r infonnation needed for a prow understandin8 of th¢ a¢￿unts. IDd¢peTrd¢Dt ¢xamlDerf• slAttment I hAve wnpleted my exArninaiion and no eoncems in respect of the matters {] ) and (4) listed above and, in wnnection wilh following the Direthions of the Charity Commission I have found no matter5 that require drnwinB to your attention. Faisul AiAm FMAAT The Associ￿lOn of A¢countin8 Techni¢i4ns FZCO A￿Ountants Limil CEME Innovation C¢ntr¢ MaT5h Way. Rainhwn EsseK RM13 8EU 12 sC￿ember 2024 ## **NEWHAM MUSLIM SAFETY FORUM** ## Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31March 2023 |**Incoming Resources**
**Notes**
_Activities in furtherance of the charity’s_
_objects:_
Donations and generating funds
2
**Total Incoming Resources**
**Resources Expended**
Other resources expended
3
Governance costs
4
**Total Resources Expended**
**Net Income**
**Total funds brought forward**
**Total funds carried forward**|**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**Restricted**
**Funds**
**£**
**£**
35,361
35,361
32,318
400
32,718
2,644
2,644
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32,318
400
32,718| |||2,644| |||2,644| |||2,644| All of the above results are derived from continuing activities. There were no other recognised gains or losses other than those stated above. 10 NEWHAM MUSLIM SAFETY FORUM Balanct She¢t A5 of J l March 2023, No Cllrrtnt Asstls Cash ai bank diid ID haThJ CTediiOlS.' Imi)iJiils fallin¥ due u'iihin on¢ year and m￿t Nei C'urrcni A$xi$'. 14WI Tothl A55ths less Currtni Liibilities.. JtKome Funds Unr¢sificied Toigl Funds For Eh¢ finantial perithl in 9￿C$110n Ihe crAnp*thy**seniiiled to¢xrmp1i￿ und¢r$￿I101b 477 of Ihe CompanKs A¢1 201)6 Tclating 10 Small compaThi¢s. No ￿mbe￿ have required ilK rompathy lo obiaith audil of ils K¢ounis for Ik pcriL)d in q￿estIon in a