## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period**
## **From Jul 2024 Period start date To Jul 2025 Period end date**
## **Charity name: Shiv Mandir**
## **Charity registration number: 1202527**
## **Objectives and Activities**
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|Summary of the purposes
of the charity as set out in
its governing document|Para 1.17|The promotion of good health for the public
benefit by the provision of music-based
interventions, mindful meditation, yoga,
exercise and advice on healthy eating
delivered at public events and in workshops.
The advancement of the Hindu religion in
England by means of events and workshops.|
|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 held regular monthly meetings
and public events in Reading to advance the
Hindu religion and promote health and
wellbeing. Activities included prayer and
worship, devotional music and chanting,
community workshops, and the provision of
information and guidance linked to mindful
meditation, yoga, exercise and healthy
eating. The charity also continued
fundraising and community engagement in
support of establishing a permanent temple
space for worship, culture and community
service, with activities open to the public for
the benefit of the wider community.|
|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.|
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SORP reference The charity does not operate a grantPara 1.38 making programme and did not make Policy on grant making any grants during the period.
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|Policy on social
investment including
program related
investment|Para 1.38|The charity has not adopted a social
investment policy and did not make any
social investments or programme related
investments during the period.|
|Contribution made by
volunteers|Para 1.38|The charity benefited significantly from
the time and expertise given freely by
volunteers during the period. Volunteers
supported the organisation and delivery
of worship, events and community
activities, including musical contributions
at events and informal assistance with
financial administration and day-to-day
organisation. The trustees are grateful
for this support, which helped the charity
to continue its activities while keeping
costs low.|
|Other||The charity also received support in kind
during the period, including accountancy
support provided free of charge and the
voluntary contribution of musicians and
other helpers. This assistance reduced
the charity’s operating costs and
supported the effective delivery of its
charitable activities.|
## **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|During the period, the charity’s main
achievements included the continued
delivery of regular monthly events and
gatherings which provided opportunities
for worship, spiritual engagement and
community participation.
These activities helped beneficiaries by
bringing people together, supporting
wellbeing, strengthening community ties
and providing an accessible space for
shared faith and cultural practice.
The charity also supported a
congregation member’s appeal for
clothes and food for people facing
hardship in India by helping to spread
awareness and encourage community
action.|
Although no charitable funds were applied for this appeal, the charity’s support helped promote practical assistance for those in need and demonstrated wider social benefit through community solidarity and outreach.
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|Achievements against
objectives set|Para 1.41|The charity’s mission is to establish a
permanent Shiv Mandir in Reading as a
place for worship, culture and community
service.
During the period, progress continued
towards this objective through ongoing
community engagement, regular events
and fundraising activity.
As at June 2026, £63,721 had been
raised towards the Phase 1 target of
£150,001, representing approximately
42.5% of the target.
The trustees consider this to be
meaningful progress towards the longer-
term objective of securing a permanent
base for the charity’s activities and
services.|
|Performance of
fundraising activities
against objectives set|Para 1.41|The charity’s fundraising objective is to
raise funds towards the establishment of
a permanent Shiv Mandir in Reading.
During the period, fundraising continued
through community engagement,
donations and fundraising activity linked
to the charity’s regular events and wider
mission. As at June 2026, £63,721 had
been raised towards the Phase 1 target
of £150,001, representing approximately
42.5% of the target.
The trustees consider this to be positive
progress, while recognising that further
fundraising will be required to achieve
the longer-term objective.|
|Investment performance
against objectives|Para 1.41|The charity did not hold any investments
during the period and therefore there is
no investment performance to report
against objectives.|
NA
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|During the reporting period, the
charity received a total income
of £43,637 and incurred total
expenditure of £5,313. This
resulted in a net surplus of
£38,264 for the year.
The charity’s fnancial position
is exceptionally strong and
stable, with minimal operational
overheads during this period.
The carried-forward funds will
provide a solid foundation for
delivering the charity’s aims
and expanding its activities in
the upcomingfnancialyear.|
|Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|Para 1.22|The trustees maintain a
reserves policy to ensure the
stability of the charity's ongoing
and future operations.
Reserves are held to cover any
unexpected administrative
costs, to ensure the charity can
meet its commitments if
income fuctuates, and to fund
future charitable projects and
activities in line with our
governing document.
The trustees review the level of
reserves annually to ensure
they remain appropriate for our
planned operationalscale.|
|Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|At the end of the reporting
period, the charity held total
reserves of £50,043.|
|Reasons for holding zero
reserves|Para 1.22|Not applicable, as the charity
holds reserves of £50,043at the
end of the period.|
|Details of fund materially
in deficit|Para 1.24|No funds were in defcit during
thereporting period.|
|Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a|Para 1.23|The trustees have reviewed the
charity’s fnancial forecasts and|
||going concern||operational plans.
Given the minimal expenditure
(£5,313) relative to the
signifcant funds held
(£38,264), there are no
material uncertainties about the
charity’s ability to continue as a
going concern for the
foreseeablefuture.||
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|The charity’s principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising)|Para 1.47|The charity’s principal sources
of income during this period
consisted of voluntary
donations, and corporate
donations from a number of
commercial companies.
All income raised is used
directly to support the charity’s
core aims and objectives|
|Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted|Para 1.46|The charity’s current policy is to
hold all cash reserves in low-
risk, immediate-access bank
accounts to ensure liquidity and
availability for upcoming
charitable activities.
Given the scale of the charity’s
current funds, no long-term
fnancial investments or social
investments were made during
this reporting period.
The trustees keep this policy
under review as the charity
grows.|
|A description of the
principal risks facing the|Para 1.46|The trustees have assessed the
major risks to which the charity
is exposed and are satisfed|
|charity||that systems are in place to
mitigate them.
This risk is managed by
maintaining a prudent reserves
policy and keeping operational
expenditure low until long-term
incomeis secured|
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|Other||**NA**|
## **Structure, Governance and Management**
|Description of charity’s
trusts:|||
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|Type of governing
document
(trust deed, royal charter)|Para 1.25|Foundation Model Constitution|
|How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)|Para 1.25|Charitable Incorporated Organisation
(CIO) whose only voting members are its
charity trustees|
|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|Apart from the first charity trustees,
every trustee must be appointed for a
term of three years by a resolution
passed at a properly convened meeting
of the charity trustees.
In selecting individuals, trustees must
have regard to the skills, knowledge, and
experience needed for the effective
administration of the CIO.|
## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
|
Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction
and training of trustees|
Para 1.51|
New trustees are selected based on the
skills and experience they can bring to the
charity.
Upon appointment, new trustees undergo an
informal induction process which includes
briefings from current trustees and provision
of key documents, such as the charity’s
governing document, recent financial
statements, and the Charity Commission’s
guidance 'The Essential Trustee' (CC3).
Ongoing training is provided as necessary to
keep trustees updated on their legal and
regulatory responsibilities.|
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|The charity’s
organisational structure
and any wider network
with which the charity
works|Para 1.51|The charity is governed by its Board of
Trustees, who meet twice a year to manage
its affairs, set strategic direction, and
oversee financial performance.
Day-to-day operations are carried out
entirely by the trustees.
The charity operates independently and is
not formally part of any wider network or
federated body, though it maintains informal,
collaborative relationships with other local
organisations sharing similar objectives.|
|Relationship with any
related parties|Para 1.51|One of the charity's donors during the period
is a company for which the Chair of
Trustees, Mr. Kishore Sankla, is CEO.
The charity receives a regular £101 monthly|
standing order donation from a commercial company controlled by Mr. Kishore Sankla. This is an unconditional donation. The trustees ensure that all such relationships and corporate donations are managed strictly in accordance with the charity’s conflicts of interest policy. These donations are entirely unconditional, and no trustee participates in any decisions where a conflict of interest could arise. NA Other
## **Reference and Administrative details**
|Charity name|Shiv Mandir|
|---|---|
|Other name the charity
uses|NA|
|Registered charity number|1202527|
|Charity’s principal address|England|
## **Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity**
|1
2
3|**Trustee name**|**Office (if any)**|**Dates acted if not for whole**
**year**|**Name of person (or body) entitled**
**to appoint trustee (ifany)**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
||Mr Kishore
Sankla|Chair / Trustee|Full year|All Trustees|
||Mr Anilkumar
Dwivedi|Trustee|Full year|All Trustees|
||Miss Sara
Bambrough|Trustee|Full year|All Trustees|
|Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved|Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved|Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved|
|---|---|---|
|**Director name**|||
|**NA**|**NA**|**NA**|
|Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved|Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved|Corporate trustees–names of the directors at the date the report was approved|
|---|---|---|
|
**Director name**|||
|**NA**|**NA**|**NA**|
|Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity|||
|**Trustee name**|**Dates acted if not for whole year**||
|**NA**|**NA**|**NA**|
**Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others**
Description of the assets NA held in this capacity
Name and objects of the NA charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements NA for 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 Name Address adviser NA** NA NA **Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)** NA
## **Exemptions from disclosure**
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
## **NA**
## **Other optional information**
## **NA**
## **Declarations**
**The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.**
**Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees**
**Signature(s) Full name(s)** Kishore Kumar Sankla **Position (eg** Chair, Trustee **Secretary, Chair, etc) Date** 5 Jun 2026
|**Shiv Mandir**||**No (if any)**||
|---|---|---|---|
|**1202527**||||
|**Receipts andpayments accounts**|||**CC16a**|
|**For the period**
**from**|26/07/2024|25/07/2025
**To**||
## **Section A Receipts and payments**
|**A1 Receipts**|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**to the nearest**
**£**
**41 271**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**41 271**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**41 271**
**5 000**
**320**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**5 320**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**5 320**
**35 951**
**-**
**14 092**
**50 043**|**Restricted**
**funds**
**to the nearest £**
**-**
**-**
**-**
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**-**|**Endowment**
**funds**
**to the nearest £**
**-**
**-**
**-**
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**-**|**Total funds**
**to the nearest £**
**41 271**
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**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
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**-**
**41 271**
**-**
**-**
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**41 271**
**5 000**
**320**
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**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
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**5 320**
**-**
**-**
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**5 320**
**35 951**|**Total funds**
**to the nearest £**
**41 271**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**41 271**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**41 271**
**5 000**
**320**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**5 320**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**5 320**
**35 951**|**Last year**
**to the nearest £**|
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|Donations|**41 271**|||||**14 092**|
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|**_Sub total_**_(Gross income for_
_AR)_|**41 271**|||||**14 092**|
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|**A2 Asset and investment sales,**
**(see table).**|||||||
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|**_Sub total_**|**-**|||||**-**|
|**_Total receipts_ **
**A3 Payments**|||||||
|||||||**14 092**|
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|Refund and Doncation in Error|**5 000**|||||**-**|
|ProcessingFees|**320**|||||**-**|
||**-**|||||**-**|
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|**_Sub total_ **|**5 320**|||||**-**|
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|**A4 Asset and investment**
**purchases, (see table)**|||||||
||**-**||||||
||**-**||||||
|**_Sub total_ **|**-**|||||**-**|
|**_Total payments_**
**_Net of receipts/(payments)_**
**A5 Transfers between funds**
**A6 Cash funds last year end**
**_Cash funds this year end_**|||||||
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||**35 951**|**-**|**-**|**35 951**||**14 092**|
||**-**|**-**|**-**|**-**||**-**|
||**14 092**|**-**|**-**|**14 092**||**-**|
||**50 043**|**-**|**-**|**50 043**||**14 092**|
CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
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|**Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at**|**Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at**|**the end of the period**||
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|**Categories**
Signed by one or two trustees on
behalf of all the trustees
**B1 Cash funds**
**B2 Other monetary assets**
**B4 Assets retained for the**
**charity’s own use**
**B5 Liabilities**
**B3 Investment assets**
CCXX R2 accounts (SS)|Signature
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(agree balances with receipts and payments
account(s))
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**funds**
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**funds**
**to nearest £**
**to nearest £**
**50 043**
**-**
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OK
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**to nearest £**
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**liability relates**
**Amount due**
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General
**360**
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**-**
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Kishore Sankla - Chair|**Endowment**
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CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
## **Independent examiner's report on the accounts**
## **Section A Independent Examiner’s Report**
**Report to the trustees/ members of**
Shiv Mandir
**On accounts for the year ended**
25[th] July 2025
**Charity no**
1202527
**Set out on pages**
1-3
## **Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner**
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed _._
It is my responsibility to:
- examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
- to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and
- to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
**Basis of independent examiner’s statement**
My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
## **Independent examiner's statement**
In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect,:
- the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or
- the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
- the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a ‘true and fair’ view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I have have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
**Signed:**
**Date:**
10[th] July 2026
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**IER**
**Name:**
Rachel Eden
**Relevant professional qualification(s) or body (if any):** FCMA (Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants)
## **Address:**
Holy Brook Associates
Thames Tower, Station Road, Reading
RG1 1LX
## **Section B Disclosure**
Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).
**Give here details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose** .
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**IER**