## **Hope Haven Initiative** ## **Trustees’ Annual Report** For the period: 6 January 2025 – 20 September 2025 ## **1. Reference and Administrative Details** Charity name: Hope Haven Initiative Governing document: Constitution Reporting period: 6 January 2025 to 20 September 2025 Charity type: Charitable organisation ## **Trustees during the period:** - Fatima Adejumo Basaru-Sanni - Aminat Tijjani The trustees confirm that they have had due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit when exercising their powers and duties. ## **2. Structure, Governance and Management** Hope Haven Initiative is governed by its constitution and managed by the trustees, who are responsible for the overall governance, financial oversight, and strategic direction of the charity. The trustees meet as required to review activities, monitor finances, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations. All trustees serve in a voluntary capacity and are committed to ensuring the charity operates in line with its charitable purposes. ## **3. Objectives and Public Benefit** ## **Charitable Purposes** Hope Haven Initiative exists to support individuals and families experiencing hardship by providing practical assistance, promoting wellbeing, and offering community-based support that addresses immediate needs and longer-term resilience. ## **Public Benefit** The trustees are satisfied that the charity’s activities during the period delivered public benefit by supporting people facing financial hardship, emotional challenges, and social vulnerability. The charity’s work was open to those in need and aligned with its stated charitable objectives. ## **4. Activities and Achievements During the Year** This reporting period represents an early operational phase for Hope Haven Initiative. **Key activities during the year included:** - Establishing operational and financial systems to support service delivery - Providing direct support to individuals and families through charitable assistance funded by donations - Distributing essential support to beneficiaries experiencing hardship - Developing safeguarding, governance, and internal policies - Laying the foundation for future programmes focused on wellbeing and community support Although operating at a modest scale, the trustees believe these activities made a meaningful difference to beneficiaries and positioned the charity for future growth. ## **5. Financial Review** ## **Overview** The charity prepared its accounts on a receipts and payments basis. - Total income: £3,147 (from voluntary donations) - Total expenditure: £3,091 - Closing balance: £55.35 Expenditure was incurred in furtherance of the charity’s objectives and included costs associated with delivering charitable support and essential operational expenses. ## **Reserves Policy** At this early stage, the charity holds limited reserves. The trustees aim to build and maintain a modest reserve over time to support sustainability, manage risk, and ensure continuity of services. ## **6. Plans** In the next financial period, the trustees plan to: - Expand support activities for individuals and families in need - Strengthen partnerships with local organisations and community groups - Increase fundraising efforts and explore grant funding opportunities - Continue strengthening governance, safeguarding, and financial controls - Develop structured programmes to enhance impact and reach ## **7. Risk Management** The trustees regularly review risks facing the charity, including funding uncertainty, operational capacity, and safeguarding. Measures are in place to manage these risks through financial oversight, policy development, and responsible growth aligned with available resources. ## **8. Trustees’ Responsibilities Statement** The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees’ Annual Report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law. 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