Trustees. Annual Report for the period Period start date 2022 Pericxj end date From oi 28 03 2023 Section A Reference and administration details Charlty name PRESTON SUDANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Other names charity is known by . Registered charfty number (rf any) 1199029 Charity's prfnelpal address 2 Parker Street Preston Lancashire PR2 2AH Names of the charlty trustees who manage the charity Trustee name Offl¢• Ilf •ny} Ilamè af pernon lor body) entSd•d Int trusts? ifan Dr Hassan Hamid Mr Abuta18b Hussain Mr Ibrahim Ahmed Mr Mohammed Mahmoud Chairperson Trustee Trustee Trustee 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 1& la 20 Names of the trusteos for the charlty. If any. (for example. any custodian trustees) Nama Dates acted If not for wholè ear TAR March 2012
Names and addresses of advisers (opOnal Information) of adviser Name Address Name of chief executlve or names of senlor staff members {Optlonal inforniation) Section B Structure, overnance and mana ement Description of the charlty's trusts Type of goveming document Assoaation Model Constitution How the charity is constituted TRUST Trustee selection methods APPOINTED BY Additional govemance issues (Optional infomiallon) You may choose to indude additional infomiation, where relevant. about: policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees., the charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charty work8., • relationship with any related trustees, consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them. Section C Ob'ectives and activities The objectives of the Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) are to serve the public benefft by promoting social inclusion and alleviating poverty, vthh a particular focus on individuals of Sudanese heritage. Our key objective5 and activrties include.. 1. Promoting Soclal Inclusion: Preventing soGial exdusion by addressing barriers Such as unemployment, finanaal hardship, poor health (both sical and mental and other factors that lead to Mar(* 2012 Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document TAR
marginalization. Supporting individuals who are socially excluded by offering targeted assistance, resources, and ser¥ices to help them improve their circumstances. Facilitating the integration of marginalized individuals into society by promoting equal opportunitl8s. cultural understanding, and community engagement. 2. Preventing and Relieving Poverty: Providing essential suppjrt, including grants, goclls, and serrfices, to individuals facing financial hardship. Partnering wtth other tharitable organizations and communty groups in the UK and Sudan to enhance efforts in poverty prevention and relief. 3. Addressing Inequality and Discrlmlnallon: Advocating for and supporting those affected by discrimination on the grounds of sex, ra, disability, ethnic origin, religion, belief, creed, sexual orientation, or gender reassignment. Prornoting educational and skill development programs to improve opportunities and redu disparities. 4. Enhanclng Community Wellbeing: Offering programs to support youth and elderly irKJividuals facing social isolation. Assisting individuals affeGted by Substan abuse, family breakdown, poor housing conditions, or those reintegrating into society after experiencing crime- whether as victims or rehabilitating offenders. 5. Safeguarding Charitsble Integrity: Ensuring that all resources and activities strFCtly align with charitable purposes in cornpliance with relevant charity laws. induding Section 7 of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and Section 2 of the Charities Act (Northem Ireland) 2008. Through these objectives. our CIO is dedicated to fostering a more inclusive, empowered, and resilient communty for individuals of Sudanese heritage and the wider public. TAR M8r¢h 2012
In pursuit of these obieciives, the CIO has implemented a range of activities designed to directly benefft the public, parti¢ularfy individuals of Sudanese heritage who are at risk of social exdusion or poverty. Key activibes indude: Delivering tailored support programs to help individuals secure employment. improve finanual literacy, and access essential serrfices. Providing emergency relief, suth as food, clothing, arKI financial assistan. to those experiencing severe hardship. Running communty workshops and cultural events to foster social cohesion and understanding befven drff6r8nt groups. Organizing annual Ramadhan lftaarl Programmes to bring the communty together, offering meals and promoting a spirit of unity and compassion. H¢)sting football tournaments to engage youth, encourage physical activty. and build stronger social connections. Arranging community gatherings that lebrate cultural heritage, enGwrage dialogue, and support integration. Partnering with edu¢ational institutions to offer skills training and mentorship programs, empowering indivbduals to pursue better opportunities. Offering mental health and wellbeing support, including counselling and peer support networks, to address emotional and psychological challenges. Collaborating with housing and rehabilitation seNices to support individuals transtlioning out of homelessness or the criminal Justi system. The trustees confinn that they have had full regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on pUtlC benefit, ensuring that all activities are aligned with charitable purposes and deliver rneaningful, measurable outcomes for the community. Through these obj'ecttves and activities, our CIO remains dedicated to fostering a more inclusive. empowered, and resilient communty for individuals of Sudanese heritage and the wider public. Summary ofthe main actlvitias undertaken for the public benefit In relation to these objects linclude within this section the ststutory declaration that trustses have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commlsslon on public benefit) Additional details of objectlvos and actlvilies (Optional Infomiation) TAR March 2012
You may choose to include further statements. where relevant. at)out: policy on grantrnaking: policy programme related investment. contribution made by volunteers. Section D Achievements and performance TAR March 2012
Section D Achievements and performance Summary of the main achievements of the charlty during tho year THE CHARITY HAS PERFORMED WELL IN LINE WTH ITS OBJECTIVES. TAR March 2012
Section E Financial review Brief statement of the charity's policy on reserves THE CHARITY POLICY IS TO UTILISE DONATION RECEIVED IN LINE VIITH ITS OWECTIVES. Detalls of any funds matsrlally In deficit None Further flnanclal revlew detalls (Optional Inforniation) You may choose to include additional. infomiation, where relevant about: the charity's principal sour5 of funds (including any fundraising). how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity., investment policy arKI . objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted. Section F Other optional information Section G Declaration The trustses d8Glare that they have approv6d tho tru5tees' report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Slgnaturels Full namels) Po8ltlon (og Secrotsry, Chair. etc) Dr Hassan Hamid Chair Person Date 2410312025 TAR March 2012
Charfty Number. 1199029 PRESTON SUDANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION RECEIPT AND PAYMENT ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 MARCH 2023
PRESTON SUDANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION For the year ended 28 March 2023 Contsnts Page RekN)rt ofthe trustees 1to2 Independerrt Examir*s Report to the trustees Receipt and Payment knounts
PRESTON SUDANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Report of the Tnte83 For the year ended 28 March 2023 The Trustees have pleasu in presenting their report and the financial statements for the Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) for the year erKled 28 March 2023. REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRAMVE INFORPAATION Charlty r8glstratlon number 1199029 Prlnclpal addro88 2 Parker Street Ashton-On-Ribble PRESTON PR2 2AH TrustO08 Dr Hassan Hamid IAr Abutaleb Hussein Mr Ibrahlm Ahmed PAr Mohammgd Mahmoud Indondent oxaminors Zakirhusen Member PAAAT Bluewater Accountsnts Ltd 210 New Hall Lane Preston PR14SS STATEMEpif ON PUBLIC 8ENEFrr The Charity policy 1$ to uts'lise donation received line with rts owtives. OBJECTIVES AND ACTNMES Oblectlvo8 The objectives of the Charitable Incorporated Organbsation (CIO) are to serve the publ benefit ty promoting social inclusion and alleviating poverty. wilh a particular fcKus on indNiduals of Sudanese heritage. ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE Achlevemont Dufing this accountTrng peritsj (yle 28 03 20231. The trustee considers that the Charitable IT[parated Organisation has performed well. We thank and praise Allah swl for this and ask him to accept our humble efforts, Ameen. FINANCIAL REVIEW In this year (yle 28.03.2023) The Charity 1Ved £ 3,573 Lillah elduntary) Donation from indivKlual$ for charity projects and £ 500 Preston City Council grants to support of our charty objecti¥e5 The charity had spent £1,675 towards the Sudanese communty in Preston for year ended 28th March 2023.
PRESTON SUDANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Report of the Trustees Continued For the y•ar ended 28 March 2023 Re8erv•d Pollcy As at the yle 28.03.2023. £ 2398 CashlBank balance is btyng carried forward to the aCCCnting period. Rlsk Manag•mont The trustees activety review the rrAior risk whth the Charitab InCOrp)r Organisation (Ihe CIO") tdces on a regular basis and believes that maintaining reserves at adequate levels, combined with an annual review of the control over key financial systeffo. wrll prov¥Je sufficient resources in the event of adverse conditions. Stst•m•nt of Tnmtees. Rosponsibllllles The trustees are responsible to charitses in England and WaS requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affair5 of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the chanty for that period. In preparing this financial statement. the trustees are required to". Select suilable accounting polw and then apY them C¢Al$tenty. Observe the meth¢)ds and principles in the charities SORP. Make judgement and accounting ests'mates that are reasonab and pnJden( Prepare the financial statements on the going CoreM basis rules unless it is inapproprbate to presume that the chanty wll ¢>)ntinue in operation. The trustees are pOnSIble for keeping proper accounting records that disclose wfth reasonable accuracy at any time the financial F<JStbon of the charity and enab them to ensure that the financial statements ¢ompty with the Charities Act 2011, 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 for tsking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularrties. Approved ty the TrteeS and sigied by on ils behalf by". Dr Hassan Hamkl Chair 24th March 2025
PRESTON SUDANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Independent Examlner Statement For the yèar ended 28 March 2023 I report on the accounts of the Char[tale Incorporated Organi8atk)n for the year ended 28 March 2023. which comprise the receipt and payment Accounts. R8sp•ctive re8ponslblltti•s of tru8tees and examlner The Charitable Ifwraled Organisation trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Charitable Incorporated organisats.on trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 14412} of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is required. It is my responsibilty to". examine the acctyjnts under section 145 of the 2011 Art to follow the pro¢edures laid down in the General Directions gNen by the Charity Commission (under section 14515)Ib) of the 2011 Act}" and To state whether parbcular matters have come to my attention. B•sis of independent examin•fs report My examination was carried out in accordan with the General Directions gwen by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the chanty and a comparison ofthe accounts presented with those records. It also inclLtdes nSIderatIon of any unusual iteffts or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees conceming any suth matters. The pro¢edures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that woukl be required in an audit and consequentty no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a Irue and frdir VW and the reF i8 limited to those matters set out in the statement below. Indgpendent examlnerf$ statwnent In connection with my examination. no matter has cow to my attentrjn: 11) Which gives me reasonab cause to believe tha( in any material respe¢( the requirewnts.' To keep accounting records in accordance with 130 of the 2011 Act and To prepare accounts whth accord wrth the accountin9 records and compty wrth the accounting requinEnts of the 2011Act have not been meL or 12) To which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enab a proper understsnding ofthe accounts to be reaGhed. Zaklrhusen Member MAAT Bluewater Accountants Ltd 210 New Hall Lane Preston PR14SS 24th March 2025
PRESTON SUDANESE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Receipts and Payments Accounts For the perlod from 01 June 2022 To 2&03.2023 RECEIPTS Voluntary Donations: Lillah / Sadqah Direct Debit / Bacs Local Council Grant TOTAL RECEIFrs Totsl Funds 3,573 5(K) 3,573 S(Kl 4.073 PAYMEKrs Community Gathering Communty Hall Hire TOTAL PAYMENrs 1.3(M) 375 1,300 375 1,675 SURPLUSIDEFICIT (Receipt Less Payments) Opening Balance At Bank Openin8 Balance At Cash Add . Deposit In Bank Add . Receipt In Bank Less . Cash Withdrawals Les5 . Payment Bank Balance at year end C/F Cash Balance at year end CIF 2,398 4,073 1.675 2,398 These receipt and payment accounts were approved and authon.sed for issue by the trustee and signed on its behalf by.. Dr Hassan Hamid Chaimian 24th Mah 2025