## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period**
**From 01 July 2024 To 30 June 2025**
## **Charity name: Wish Foundation**
## **Charity registration number: 1206322**
## **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 Prevention or relief of Poverty (or
Financial Hardship) anywhere in the world
by providing or assisting in the provision of
education, training, healthcare projects and
all the necessary support designed to enable
individuals to generate a sustainable income
and be self-sufficient.|
|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|**Installation of Water Pumps:**This service
directly addresses the fundamental need for
access to clean and safe water in
communities. By installing water pumps,
Wish Foundation aims to improve public
health, reduce waterborne diseases, and
provide a reliable water source for daily
needs, contributing to the overall well-being
and development of the beneficiaries.
**Provision of Cooked Meals to Shelter**
**Homes:**This vital service provides direct
and immediate nutritional support to
individuals residing in shelter homes, who
are often in vulnerable circumstances. By
delivering cooked meals, Wish Foundation
aims to alleviate hunger, ensure basic
sustenance, and contribute to the physical
health and comfort of those in need, offering
a sense of stability and care during difficult
times.
**Provision of Qurbani (Uncooked Food) in**
**Pakistan:**As part of our commitment to
supporting vulnerable communities, Wish
Foundation facilitated the distribution of
Qurbani meat (uncooked food) in Pakistan.
This initiative provides nutritious meat, often
a rare commodity for many impoverished
families, especially during the festive
occasion of Eid al-Adha. It directly
addresses food insecurity and promotes
communal well-being and celebration among
those who might otherwise go without.|
|Statement confirming
whether the trustees have|Para 1.18|"The Trustees of Wish Foundation
confirm that they have had due regard to|
|had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit||the Charity Commission's general
guidance on public benefit, and to its
supplementary guidance 'The Public
Benefit Requirement (PB1)', when
exercising any powers or duties to which
the guidance is relevant."|
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**Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers 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|Wish Foundation has made a profound
and tangible difference to the lives of its
beneficiaries and contributed to wider
societal well-being through its core
programs focused on essential needs.
Our main achievements, reflecting the
direct impact of our work, include:
**Improving Health and Access to**
**Clean Water through Water**
**Pump Installations:**
`o` **Difference Made:**The
installation of water pumps
has directly addressed a
critical public health issue
by providing communities
with reliable access to
clean and safe drinking
water. This has significantly
reduced the incidence of|
waterborne diseases, improved sanitation, and alleviated the burden on individuals (often women and children) who previously had to travel long distances to fetch water. Access to clean water is foundational for health, education, and economic stability. `o` **Wider Benefits to Society:** Beyond individual health, these installations contribute to community development and resilience. Reliable water sources enable better hygiene practices, support small-scale agriculture, and can reduce local conflicts over scarce resources. It frees up time for children to attend school and adults to engage in productive activities, fostering longterm social and economic benefits. `o` **Quantifiable Impact:** _"In the past year, Wish Foundation successfully installed 50 new water pumps, providing clean water to an estimated 400 individuals across 5 villages. This has led to a reported 30% decrease in waterborne illnesses in these areas."_ **Alleviating Hunger and Providing Dignity through Cooked Meals to Shelter Homes:**
- **Difference Made:** Our provision of cooked meals to shelter homes directly addresses immediate food insecurity for some of the most vulnerable members of society, including homeless individuals and families. Beyond simply providing sustenance, these meals offer a sense of dignity, comfort, and
care, which are crucial for mental and emotional wellbeing. For many, this is their only guaranteed nutritious meal, offering a vital lifeline during challenging times. `o` **Wider Benefits to Society:** This work contributes to social welfare by supporting public services that care for marginalized groups. It helps to reduce the health burden on emergency services by mitigating issues related to malnutrition. By supporting shelter homes, Wish Foundation plays a role in creating a more compassionate and inclusive society, recognizing the inherent worth of every individual. `o` **Quantifiable Impact** _"Wish Foundation supplied over 300 cooked meals to 3 shelter homes throughout the year, directly benefiting approximately500 residents. Feedback from shelter managers highlights improved morale and health outcomes among residents due to consistent access to nutritious food."_ **Promoting Food Security and Community Spirit through Qurbani Distribution in Pakistan:**
`o` **Difference Made:** Our Qurbani program in Pakistan ensures that highly nutritious meat, often a luxury for impoverished families, reaches those most in need. This is particularly significant during Eid al-Adha, enabling families to participate fully in the religious and cultural festivities. For many, this distribution provides a rare
and vital source of protein, addressing immediate nutritional deficiencies and bringing joy and dignity during a special time. `o` **Wider Benefits to Society:** This initiative strengthens community bonds and promotes a sense of solidarity and compassion. It directly contributes to food security in vulnerable regions, supporting families who might otherwise struggle to afford such provisions. The act of sharing, inherent in Qurbani, fosters greater social cohesion and reinforces humanitarian values. `o` **Quantifiable Impact:** _"During the most recent Eid al-Adha, Wish Foundation distributed 1000 kg of meat reaching over 1000 families in Western Lahore in Pakistan. This effort provided essential protein and allowed thousands to celebrate the occasion with dignity."_ **Overall Impact:** "Through these targeted and impactful interventions, **Wish Foundation** has not only addressed critical immediate needs but also contributed to the long-term well-being, health, and dignity of thousands of beneficiaries. Our work fosters resilience within communities, promotes social inclusion, and exemplifies the transformative power of humanitarian aid, demonstrating our commitment to making a tangible and positive difference in society."
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|Achievements against
objectives set|Para 1.41||
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|Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set|Para 1.41||
|Investment performance
against objectives|Para 1.41||
|Other|||
|**Financial Review**|||
|Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of theperiod|Para 1.21|Wish Foundation reported a surplus of £133
for the year ending 30 June 2025.|
|Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
statingwhytheyare held|Para 1.22|No reserves held|
|Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|No reserves held|
|Reasons for holding zero
reserves|Para 1.22|The charity's core philosophy is to spend all
incoming funds immediately on charitable
activities. We believe that money donated
should be put to work for beneficiaries as
quicklyaspossible,rather than beingheld|
|Details of fund materially in
deficit|Para 1.24|Not in deficit|
|Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern|Para 1.23|No uncertainties|
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The charity’s principal sources of funds (including Para 1.47 any fundraising) Investment policy and
|objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted|Para 1.46||
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|A description of the principal
risks facing the charity|Para 1.46||
|Other|||
## **Structure, Governance and Management**
|Description of charity’s
trusts:|||
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|Type of governing document
(trust deed,royal charter)|Para 1.25|Trust Deed|
|How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association,CIO)|Para 1.25|CIO|
|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|Charity’s chair can appoint trustees with
voting of other trustees.|
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|Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees|Para 1.51||
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|The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works|Para 1.51||
|Relationship with any related
parties|Para 1.51||
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## **Reference and Administrative details**
|Charityname|Wish Foundation|
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|Registered charitynumber|1206322|
|Charity’s principal address|289 Slade Lane
Manchester
M19 2HR|
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||Attia Kalsoom|Trustee|||
||Mohammed Ali|Trustee|||
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**Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year**
## **Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others**
Description of the assets None held in this capacity Name and objects of the None charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for Not Applicable safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
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**Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)**
## **Exemptions from disclosure**
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
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## **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)**
**Position (eg Secretary,**
**Chair, etc)**
**Date**|||
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||Mohsin Mahboob Shah||
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Chairman||
||09 July 2025||
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