Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01.04.24 Period start date To 31.03.2025 Period end date
Charity name: Christian Hope Uganda (UK)
Charity registration number: 1196904
Objectives and Activities
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | Christian Hope Uganda (UK) primarily supports the provision of quality Christian education to children in south-west Uganda, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. By doing so, we aim to relieve the poverty experienced by many in this part of the world, to promote the education of children to enhance their life prospects and enrich their communities, and to advance the Christian faith to give them a solid foundation for life and hope for the future. |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
The charity raises awareness of the needs in Uganda and encourages prayer and financial support from individuals and churches in the United Kingdom. The funds are used by our partner organisation in Uganda, Christian Future Hope Uganda, to provide for such things as teachers’ salaries, school meals, equipment, buildings, seed-funding for income-generating projects, support for individuals and families and training. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit and are fully confident we fulfil its requirements. We currently support the education of about 700 children in Uganda as well as providing support for individuals and families in that country. All funds raised from the general public are used for these purposes, with all administrative costs for the charity being met by the trustees. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference |
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| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 | We have a Grant-Making Policy which can be found on our website. |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
Para 1.38 | n/a |
| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 | The organisation does not employ any staff to fulfil its aims and so is entirely dependent upon the contribution of volunteers, both trustees and others, to do so. |
| Other |
Achievements and Performance
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | The charity has continued to provide the salaries for the majority of the staff at the two schools, as well as support for the provision of meals for both staff and pupils. Due to an increase in our regular income, we were able to increase the teachers’ salaries at Kakagate by 35%. We have also provided funds for an administrative role and office, for the support of 4 orphans to enable them to continue their schooling and a Christmas gift for all staff at both schools. The principal capital projects over the last 12 months have included completing the water projects at both schools by providing electrical pumping systems for the borehole at Kakagate and the well at Kyehimba. Electrical wiring and a lightening conductor were also installed at Kakagate. Three new classrooms were built at Kakagate with funds raised in memory of Marion Dutton. Staff accommodation for 10 staff was constructed at Kyehimba, along with new boys’ toilets. New girls’ toilets and a washroom were built at Kakagate. Computers and a printer were provided for the staff at Kyehimba. Uniforms/polo shirts were purchased for the staff at both schools and uniforms provided for extra pupils at Kakagate. By this provision, including the improved standard of classrooms and accommodation for both staff and pupils, morale has been raised which has shown itself in a marked reduction in staff turnover especially at Kakagate. |
A team of 8 trustees and supporters from the UK visited Uganda in June, allowing us to renew our relationship with the staff and pupils and to see first-hand the ongoing needs at the schools.
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | These achievements very much fulfilled the aims of the charity in terms of the relief of poverty and the advancement of education and the Christian faith. |
| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | We have continued to benefit from a very loyal group of regular supporters as well as from a gradually increasing number of one- off gifts, allowing for the expansion of our capital projects. |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | (We have no investments.) |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | In summary, we have £26,898 cash funds in the bank at 31.03.2025, £2,000 of which is held in our reserve fund. The balance of the funds will be used towards the building of new dormitories at Kakagate as well as other projects identified in the coming months. We have been able to continue to meet all our regular funding commitments in terms of salary, admin and food support, as well as fully fund the capital projects selected over the last 12 months. |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | Our reserves policy can be found on our website. In summary, as we have no legal obligations to provide services and as the demands on our funding always exceed the funds available, we have decided to keep approximately one month’s regular funding in reserve. We are fortunate that our supporters are both generous and quick to respond to needs and so we are confident that we can raise emergency essential funding if the occasion arises. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | £2000 |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | n/a |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | n/a |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | We do not have any current concerns or are aware that there are any known uncertainties about this. |
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The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 |
Our principal source of funds for the ongoing projects we support is the regular giving by individuals and churches. We also benefit from one-off gifts particularly in response to a particular need that has arisen or a development project that is being undertaken. Legacies have also become a significant source of income. Gift Aid also enhances our income. We are currently looking into raising further funds through applications to grant-making bodies. |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | n/a |
| The principal risks that we face are: - a lack of personnel to run the charity, |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | especially as the current trustees grow older - the loss of some of our long-term supporters due to their advancing age - a change in the willingness of the government in Uganda to allow support from abroad. We are currently working on a strategy to promote the work in order to broaden our support base both in terms of financial support and people involved. We are also working on funding projects to enable the schools to become more self-sufficient and less dependent upon overseas aid. |
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Structure, Governance and Management
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Governing document for a Foundation Charitable Incorporated Organisation |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | Charitable Incorporated Organisation |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | The trustees are appointed by the current trustees for fixed times as specified in the charity’s governing document. |
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Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 |
In the last 12 months, we have developed a policy for the recruitment and induction of new trustees. Suitable candidates to become trustees are identified and approached by the current trustees. As well as being fully informed of the charity’s work, they are directed to the Charity Commission’s website for information on the role and responsibilities of trustees. An enhanced DBS check is required of all potential trustees and references taken. |
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | As a Foundation Charitable Incorporated Organisation, the charity is trustee led and managed. |
| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | Christian Hope Uganda (UK) raises funds which are then utilised by our partner NGO in Uganda, Christian Future Hope Uganda, which oversees and implements the work in the schools. A full report accounting for the use of all the funds sent is required by us each month. |
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Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Christian Hope Uganda (UK) |
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| Other name the charity uses | n/a |
| Registered charity number | 1196904 |
| Charity’s principal address | 18 The Oval Llandudno Conwy |
LL30 2BU
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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Peter William Dutton |
Treasurer | CHU (UK) Trustees | ||
| Dr.Peter John Bradshaw Frith |
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| James Yates Mason |
Chair | “ | ||
| Denise Picton | Secretary | “ | ||
| Nigel John Whitaker |
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– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name n/a
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
| Trustee name | Dates acted if not for whole year | |
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| n/a | ||
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets n/a held in this capacity
Name and objects of the n/a charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for n/a safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
| Type of adviser |
Name Address |
Name Address |
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| Safeguar ding |
Thirtyone:eight | PO Box 133, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7UQ. |
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
n/a
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Denise Picton Full name(s) James Yates Mason Position (eg Secretary, Chair Secretary Chair, etc)
Date 16.09.25
CHRISTIAN HOPE UGANDA (UK) - 1196904 Receipts and Payments Accounts for the year 1/4/24 to 31/3/2
| RECEIPTS | £ £ |
£ £ |
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| Unrestricted and Designated Receipts Donations during this year Grants Gift Aid Received Interest income |
78733 7558 212 |
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| Total Unrestricted Receipts | 86503 | |||
| Restricted Receipts | 0 | |||
| Total Restricted Receipts | 0 | |||
| TOTAL RECEIPTS | 86503 | |||
| Transfers Between Funds Unrestricted Fund Restricted Fund (name) |
0 0 |
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NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
Note 1 :The Charity has no assets other than cash at bank Note 2: Management expenses, including all visits to Ugan entirely by the Trustees in accordance with the charity's fina Note 3: Details of supported projects are in the annual repo Note 4: All donations made overseas were in the form of gr Uganda (CFHU) which is a NGO (Non Governmental Orga if so designated
Confirmed as an accurate record by the Treasurer and Ass
| Name Title |
Name Title |
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| Peter Dutton | Treasurer |
| Nigel Whitaker | Trustee |
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| PAYMENTS | £ £ |
£ £ |
NET £ |
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| Unrestricted and Designated Payments CFHU: General Schools Support CFHU: Other Donations Orphan School Fees Various Projects (see note 3) Management Expenses (Note 2) CHU(UK) Bank Charges CHU(UK) Legal/Prof/Admn Uganda Visit |
32112 606 502 40605 352 418 570 75165 0 0 |
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| Total Unrestricted Payments | 11338 | |||
| Restricted Payments | 0 | |||
| Total Restricted Payments | ||||
| TOTAL PAYMENTS | 75165 | 11338 | ||
| 0 0 15560 26898 |
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| Cash Funds Last Year End Cash Funds This Year End |
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and had no liabilities at the year end da by trustees, were borne ancial policy ort or available on request. rants to Christian Future Hope nisation) and transmitted onwards
sistant on behalf of all the trustees
Date of Approval 16.09.2025 16.09.2025
Christian Ho eu nda UK known as CHU (UK} Independent Examlner's Report to the Irustees of Chf15tian Hope Uganda. UK I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Chris*'an Hope Uganda. UK Ithe Chaiityl for the period ended 31 March 2025. RespOnbIlItieS and bas15 of report As the trustees of the charity, you are responsible for the preparatt.on of the 0ts in accordance with the requirernents of the Charities Act 20111.the Act'l. I report in respect of my examination of the Charity's accounts carried out under sechon 145 of the 2011 Act and in Carrying out my examination. I have followed all the applicable directs'ons given by the Charity Commission under sectt'on 14515llbl of the Act. Independent examlner's statement I have completed my examination. l confirm that no matters have come to my attention in onnection with the examination givin8 rne cause to believe that in any material respect.. l. accounting records were not kept In respect of the Charity a5 requiied by section 130 of the Act,. or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records,. or 3. the accounts do not comply with the accounts.ng requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out In the Charits'es (Accounts and Reports) Regulatrons 2C#J8 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examinab'on. I have no concerns and have corne ac1$ no other matters In connection with the examination to which attents.on should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understsnding of the accounts to be reached. Peter Wright St Johns Centre St john Street Mansfield NG18 IQH 24" April 2025