## **Trustees' Annual Report** 

**For the year ended 31st August 2024** 

## **Charity Name:** 

Al-Karimia 

## **Charity Number:** 

1200668 

## **Principal Address:** 

The Unity Centre Havelock Street Oldham OL8 1JR 

## **Objectives and Activities** 

Al-Karimia’s objectives remain focused on advancing education, relieving poverty, and promoting social inclusion for the benefit of the community, regardless of faith, race, or background. 

This year, our activities included: 

1. **Educational Workshops:** Continued provision of workshops, with a pilot program for digital literacy launched in partnership with local schools. 

2. **Community Events:** Hosted monthly interfaith dialogues and cultural exchange programs to strengthen community cohesion. 

3. **Food Distribution:** Initiated a small-scale food bank to address immediate needs, serving over 200 families. 

These efforts align with our mission to create sustainable impact, though limited resources have restricted broader implementation. 



## **Structure, Governance, and Management** 

Al-Karimia is governed by a dedicated board of trustees who oversee strategy, compliance, and operations. Trustees are appointed per the charity’s governing document and serve voluntarily. 

## **Trustees** 

- Mohammed Azim (Chair) 

- Nabeela Zaid 

- Mohammed Khalil 

**Meetings:** Held trustee meetings to oversee operations. 

## **Trustees’ Expenses and Benefits** 

Consistent with our policy, no trustees received remuneration, benefits, or expense reimbursements during the year. All resources are directed toward charitable activities. 

## **Plans** 

In 2024–2025, Al-Karimia aims to: 

1. **Expand Programs:** Secure funding to scale the digital literacy program and establish a youth mentorship initiative. 

2. **Enhance Food Aid:** Partner with local supermarkets to increase food distribution capacity. 

3. **Strengthen Governance:** Conduct trustee training on compliance and best practices. 

These plans are contingent on fundraising success, but the board is committed to advancing our mission. 



## **Declaration** 

The trustees confirm this report complies with the Charity Commission’s requirements and approve it on behalf of Al-Karimia. 

## **Signed on behalf of the Board of Trustees** 

**Name:** Mohammed Azim **Position:** Chair of Trustees **Date:** 25/03/2025 

## **Al- Karimia** 

## **REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION** 

## **Trustees** 

Nabeela Zaid 

Mohammed Khalil 

Mohammed Azim 

**Charity Number in England and Wales 1200668** Registered on 13 October 2022 

**Principal Bankers** Mohammed Azim 



**Financial Statement – Annual Accounts (Nil Submission) Income Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds** Charitable Activities £0 £0 Other Income £0 £0 **Expenditure Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds** Charitable Activities £0 £0 Other Expenditure £0 £0 

**Total Funds at Year End** | £0 | £0 | 

## **Statement for Annual Accounts Submission** 

Al-Karimia has not engaged in trading activities during the financial year ending 31st August 2024 and is filing nil accounts. The charity has focused on laying the groundwork for future programs, including partnership development and pilot initiatives. We remain grateful for stakeholder support as we prepare to transition into full operational capacity. 

## **Signed on behalf of the Board of Trustees** 

**Name:** Mohammed Azim **Position:** Chair of Trustees **Date:** 25/03/2025