## Silas Mkoba Foundation Trustees’ Annual Report Reporting Period: 1 October 2023 – 30 September 2024 Charity Registration Number: [Insert Number] Principal Address: 48 Kelmscote Road, Coventry, CV6 2DY ## 1. Trustees and Governance The Silas Mkoba Foundation is governed by committed trustees and supported by passionate volunteers working to deliver our mission. Current Trustees: - Sifiso Mkoba – Chairperson and Founder - Hlangabeza Mkoba – Trustee - Ian Bradley – Trustee - Stella Mbetu – Appointed 04/07/2025 - Sihlesenkosi Thobekile Gwanzura (Sihle) – Appointed 04/07/202 Former Trustees: - Marvellous Maseko - Annie Mtuwa We extend sincere gratitude for their contributions and wish them every success in their future endeavours. ## 2. Objectives and Activities The Foundation supports individuals and families facing loss, bereavement, grief, long-term illness, and hardship. We provide peer support groups, bereavement assistance, and educational support for disadvantaged children. Public Benefit: The Trustees have had regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit when planning activities. ## 3. Achievements and Performance Key achievements for the year include: ✔ Launch and growth of The Jewels women’s support group for widows, single mothers, and those facing loss, illness, or grief ✔ Operation of The Jewels 24/7 Zoom Platform, fully funded by the Founder, providing a powerful, safe space for women to meet, support each other, cry together, and empower one another ✔ Bereavement awareness and support for families experiencing loss ✔ Community engagement through volunteer mobilisation and partnerships ## 4. Financial Review Summary - Total Income: £476.40 - Total Expenditure: £406.74 - Balance Carried Forward: £69.66 The Foundation remains reliant on donations, small contributions from the general public, and personal funding from the Founder to maintain its activities. ## 5. Future Plans - Expand bereavement, illness, and loss support services for individuals and families - Grow The Jewels women’s support group and launch The Crowns men’s group for men affected by grief, illness, or loss - Provide greater support for bereaved and vulnerable children, ensuring their emotional and practical needs are addressed - Continue sharing information with wider communities to raise awareness, reduce stigma around grief and illness, and promote available support - Strengthen partnerships with other organisations, schools, and community groups - Secure sustainable funding through grants, community fundraising, and volunteer engagement ## 6. Declaration This report was approved by the trustees. Signed: Sifiso Mkoba – Chairperson Date: 07/07/2025 ## Silas Mkoba Foundation ## Financial Review Reporting Period: 1 October 2023 – 30 September 2024 ## 1. Income Summary Total Income Received: £476.40 Sources of Income: - - Regular donations: £120.00 - - General public donations: £45.00 - - Personal contributions from Founder (Sifiso Mkoba): £340.00 The Foundation remains reliant on small donations, personal contributions, and volunteer support to sustain its operations. ## 2. Expenditure Summary Total Expenditure: £406.74 Breakdown of Expenses: - - Website subscriptions and online services: Majority of costs - - Bereavement contributions (support for families): £110.00 - - Other administrative and operational costs: Included in total All expenditure has been applied directly towards charitable purposes, awareness, and supporting bereaved individuals and families. ## 3. Financial Positon Total Income: £476.40 Total Expenditure: £406.74 Balance Carried Forward: £69.66 The Foundation continues to operate within its means, maintaining a positive balance while seeking sustainable income sources to grow its support activities. ## 4. Financial Outlook The Foundation is actively pursuing additional funding through: - - Grant applications - - Volunteer recruitment - - Community partnerships - - Monthly giving campaigns These efforts aim to reduce reliance on personal contributions and ensure long-term sustainability.