Regi$tered Charity Number.. 294263 Company number.. 02010007 FEED THE POOR (Company Limited by Guarantee) Report and Financial Statements For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 CONTENTS OF THE ACCOUNTS Pago Company Infomiation Report of the Trustees Independent Examiners, Report Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Financial Statements 10-15
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 COMPANY INFORMATION Trustees Riaz Mohammed Tabassum Bibi Zakiyya Summer8 Company number 02010007 Company Secretary Tabassum Bibi Registored charity number 294263 Principal and registered office 249a Ladypool Road Sparkbrook Birmingham, B128LF Accountants Manor Hill Accountants 619A Slrattord Road Birmingham B114DX Bankers Barclays 1 Churchlll Palace. London, E14 5HP Solicitors M8Ze Limited 55 Colmore row, Birmingham. B3 2AA
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 TRUSTEES. REPORT The trustees are pleased to present Iheir annual report together with financial statements of the charity for the year ended lo 31 March 2025. Which are also prepared lo meet the requirements for a directors, report and accounts for companies Act purposes. The financi81 statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Companies Act 2006, the Articles of Association and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable lo Charities preparing their aecounts in accordance wth the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 Strncture, Governance and Management The Directors of the Charitable Company are its Trustees for the purposes of ¢harity law. The Trustees and Officers serving during the year and since the year end were as follows Riaz Mohammed Zakiyya Summers Tabassum Bibi Company Secretary- Tabassum Bibi The Senior Management Team takes day to day responsibility for operational managetnent of the Charity. During the year the Senior Management Team comprised the following key individuals MR HABIB MOHAMMED- OPERATIONS MANAGER. Constitutlon FEED THE POOR is a company limited by guarantee, governed by its articles of association incorporated 14 APRIL 1986, as amended by special resolution datod 2 November 2004. Appointment of trustees The Board of Trustees consists of local people that collectively have the skills, expertls8 and experience lo ensure that the Charity is managed effectively. Where a vacancy arises a new trustee is appointed only by the passing of a resolution of Ihe Board of Trustees. Organization The trustees are responsible for the overall govemance. strategic direction. and control of the charity. They serve voltlntsrlly and do not CeIve any remuneration or finan¢lal benefits. The Board meets regularly to oversee the ¢harfty's activities and make all major decisions. Trustees are encouraged to visit ISRA UK-supported projects to gain direct experience of how the charity delivers its aid programmes. enhancing their unders18nding of its work both in the UK and overseas.
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 TRUSTEES. REPORT (CONTINUED) Trustees also participate in fundraising events and meetings lo stay informed about funding efforts and contribute their experience. Recognising the importance of strong governance, the trustees commit to regular skills development and training, which is considered a minimum requirement for all board members going forward. Risk Management The twslees continuously assess and manage the risks faced by Ihe charity. Robust policies and procedures are in place to identify, control, and mitigate risks throughout the year. Special consideration is given to the risks associated wtth providing humanitarian aid in conflict zones and high-risk countries, with appropriate risk management strategies implemented. Due diligence processes are applied lo volunteers, fundraisers, partners, and the delivery of aid to ensure compliancè and accountsbilty. Internal controls cover financial transactions, cash and cheque handling. data protection, and health and safety for staff, volunteers, benefieiaries, and visitors. These controls and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated lo meet the chartly's 8volving needs. Tnjslees receive regular updat85 on risk management to ensure effective oversight Objectives and activities The objectives for which Feed the Poor Is established are. The relief of financial need and suffering among victims of natural or other kinds of disaster and distress, through monetary or other appropriate means. The advancement of education. particularly for young people of all religions and ethnic backgrounds. To support young people in developing their physical, mental, spiritual, and moral capacities, enabling them to mature as individuals and contribute meaningfully to soaety. Public beneflt The Irustees ensure all activities align with the Charity Commission's public benefit guidance. The charity's work is focused or) delivering genuine relief and support lo those in financial need. Feed the Poor undertakes a range of activities including, bul not limited to- Emergency response and disaster relief Provision of food 8nd shelter Construction of homes for underprivileged famllies Instsllation of water wells, pumps, and solar syslems lo secure long-tem) water access Building communal mosques Supporting income-generating projects
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 TRUSTEES. REPORT {CONTINUED) Providing financial as515tanGe lo victims of disaster or debt Facilitating access to education for the poorest communities Distribution of winter essentials Iclothing, shoes, blankets) through The Winter Project, Delivery of health and medical care seivice The charity's purpose is the prevention or relief of poverty, relief of sickness, promotion of health, and advancement of education for public benefit globally. This is achieved through gr8nts, provision of goods and services to individuals in need, or via partnerships with other charities and organisations, as detemined by the Irustees. Poverty is understood broadly, encompassing those unable to mael basic needs without assistancg. induding individuals affected by unemployment, poor housing, lack of eduGation. social exclusion, and other barriers. Use of Volunteeys Volunteers generously donate their time, resources, and energy to support the charivs mission. The Iruslees are deeply grateful to all individuals and groups who contribute through fundraising, event pa'cIPati0n. donations. and other forms of support. Achievements and erfonnance During the year. the charrity delivered a wide range of humanitarian aid and development projects across several countries. Below is a summary of key activities and achievements: Emer enc Rellef Emergency aid was provided in Gonflict and disaster-affected regions including Gaza, Yemen, Egypt. and Pakistan. Six 40-fool aid containers were dispatched to Gaza, delivering over 100 tons of food aid. hygiene kit5, and shelter materials. Conslnjction of lalrines and outhouses was Completed in Gaza to improve sanitation cor)ditions. F¢)od and Nutritional Aid Food parcel distributions were carried out in Pakislan. Gaza. Yemen, Jammu & Kashmir, Uganda, Lebanon. and Egypt. Qurbani meat disliibutions were conducted in Pakistan. Jammu & Kashmir. Yemen. and Uganda. Ramadan relief efforts included the provision of food parcels, clolhing, clean water, and financial assistance lo families in need. Malnutrition aid packages were distributed lo support vulnerable Children in Yemen. Water and Sanltatlon Pro ects Communal borehole wells, including solar-powered wells, were installed in Uganda and Pakistan. sin 2015, the charity has implemented over 2.500 hand pumps in P8kistan. During the reporting year alon8, an additional.. 196 small water pumps 13 large pumps
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 TRUSTEES. REPORT {CONTINUED} 2 sol8r-powered watgr pumps were installed, contributing to long-term access to clean water serving families and communities On oln Welfare Su ort Monthly assistance for widows and support for 0han$ studying Hifz (Qur'an memorisationl continues throughout the year. The Orphan Sponsorship Programme provides ongoing financlal support and care for disadvantaged children across multiple countries. owerment Initiatives The charity supports empowerment projects aimed at long-tem) independence and self-sufficiency in target communities. UK4ased Communl ort Locally, the ¢h8rily offers regL¢lar seryices for women and ¢hlldren. including advisory sessions and subsidised or free family outings. We continue to collaborate with local organisations to maximise our impact and better serve the community. Financial Roview The trustees have reviewed the reserves of the charity. The trustoes are very awarè of the need to malntain healthy financial reserves to fund future projects. The charity maintains a level of reserves lo ensure Ihal il can contlnue to operat8 effectively and meet its obligations in the event of unforeseen shortfalls in income or unexpected expenditure. The trustees have determined that free reseNes equivalent to three months of operational costs should be maintained. Reserves are reviewed annually to ensure they are appropriate lo the charity's size, activities, and future plans Princi I fundin sources The principal sources of funding for the charity have been voluntary donations from the public and income generated through events attended by the public throughout the year. The charity has consistently aimed to invest in projects that are impactful and deliver long-lemi, sustainable outcomes. Our focus remains on promoting self-sufficiency, alleviating povety. and ensuring that access to education is recognised as a fundamental right. Encouraging self- sustainability is central to all projects we implement Future and Ob ectives The charity's principal funding sources havg b88n voluntary donations from the public and income generated through community events held throughout the year. Moving foward, we will Continue to inform and engage the public, encouraging support and participation in our global initiatives. We remain committed to investing in projects that create meaningful, long-temi impact. Our Gore focus is on promoting self-reliance, reducing poverty, and championing access to education as 8 fundamenlal human right. Sustainability is central lo every project we undertake, with the goal of empowering Individu81s and communities to become self-sufficient and resilient.
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 TRUSTEES. REPORT (CONTINUED) Reference and administrative Delails England and Wales Charity Number. 294263 Company Number.. 02010007 Registered Office.. 249a Ladypool Road Sparkbrook Birmingham, B12 8LF, Our advisors Accountants Manor Hill Accountants 619A Stratford Road Birmingham B114DX Bankers Barclays 1 Churchill Pa18ce, London, E14 5HP Solicitors Mezzle Limited 55 Colmore row. Birmingharn, B3 2AA
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 INDEPENDENT EXAMINER S. REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF FEED THE POOR I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025 set out on pages Eight to Fifteen. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The charitys trusl88s ar8 responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charills trLASte88 consider that an audit is not required for this year {under Section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Actll and that an independent examination is required. 11 is my responsibility to- examine the accountg under Section 145 of the 2011 Act to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission (under Section 145(5llbl of the 2011 Act)., and to state whether particular matters have come to my allenlion. Basis of the independent examiner's report My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions glven 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 consider8tion of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees conceming any such mallers. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence thal would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is glven as lo whether the accounts present a Irue and fair view ' and the report is limited to those matters set out in thg Statements below. Indepandont examlner's statement In connection wtth my examination, no matter has come to my attention.. (1 } whlch gives me reasonable cause lo believe that, in any material respect, the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with Section 130 of the 2011 Act. and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and lo comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met,. or 12) to which, in my opinion, attention should b8 drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Mazher Saleem FCCA Manor Hill Accountants 619A Slratford Road Birningham B114DX
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Notes Unrestrlcted Fund5 2025 Total 2024 Total In¢ome Donations Donations and grants Income from charltable activltles Other income 938,458 938,458 716,301 572 Total Income 938.458 938.458 716,873 Expenditur8 Expendllure on ralsing hjnds Expenditure on charitable activities Total expgnditurg 68,637 68,637 14,628 790.655 790,655 859.292 680,711 695.339 859,292 Net Income before taxatlon 79.166 79,166 21,534 Taxatlon Icharge}I credit Net movement in funds 79,166 79,166 21,534 Total funds brought fotward Total funds carried forward at 31 March 2025 336,951 416,117 336,951 315,417 416.117 336,951
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 BALANCE SHEET Notes 2025 Total 2024 Total Flxed assets Tangible assets 1,845 1,845 2.546 2,546 Current assets Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 347,884 349,729 264,911 267,457 Creditors.. Amounts falling duB within one year Net current assets (9,6241 340,105 {6,5191 260.938 Reserves Unrestricted funds 340,105 260,938 Total funds 340,105 260,938 The financial statements wer8 approved by the board on by: and signed on their behalf Saraya Hussain Managing Director Tabassum Bibi Trustee Charity registration number: 294263
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 1. Accounting policies The priricipal accounting poli¢igs adopted, judg&mgnts and koy sourcos of estimation uncertainty in th& preparation of the financial statements are as follows. Company information The Charity is limited by guarantee, wth the liability of members lirmiled lo £100 per mernbèr. The charity is registered in England and Wales with the Charity Commission. The regislered office is 249a Ladypool Road Sparkbrook Birmingham, B12 8LF. If upon winding up or dissolution ol the charty there remain any assets, after satisfying all debts and liabilities, the assets repsented by the accumulaled fund shall be transferred lo som8 other charltable body or bodies having objectives similar to thg Chartty. 1.1. Accountlng conventlon The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities". Statement of Recomm¢nded Practi¢e appli¢abl& to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK IFRS1021 leffeclive 1 April 20151 I'charitiès SORP IFRS1021'1, tha Fin8n¢ial Reporting Sfandard applicable in the UK IFRS 1021. Ihe Companies Act 2006 and the Charities Act 2011. Feed The Poor meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assttts and Ilabilitles are inltially re¢ognised at Cost or transaction value unless otheiSe stated in the relevanl accounting policy notes, On the grounds that the chaTity comes under the definition of small charities the charitable company has tskon advantage of ¢ert8in exemptions conferred by se¢tlon 1.11 of FRS102 as follows.. Exemption from discloslng the carrying amounts of each ¢ategory of flnanelal Bssets and financial liabilities at the reporting date as required by section 11.41 of FRS 102. Exemption frorll presenting a charitsble company stslemenl of cash flows a8 a primary slalement to the finan¢ial stslemenls. 1.2. Going concern The TtUSt8ès havs at the timè of approving th8 financial statèmants a r&asonabl6 &xpectabon that th6 charity has adequate resourc&s lo continue in operab"¢Jnal existence for Ihg foresg08bl8 futura. In addibon, thè Trust8&s hav6 no intention to wind thg company up in the for8sabl@ fulure. 11 is considered that there are currently no material uncertainties which impact on the charity being able lo continue in its current form. Thus the Trustees ¢onts"nue to adopt the golng concern basi¥ of ¥¢¢ounting in preparing the financial slalements. 1.3. Income Income is recognised when the charity ha5 entiuemenl lo the funds. any performance conditions attaching tr) the itemlsl have been met. it is probable that the income wlll be reiVed and the amount can be measured reliably. Income from grants is recognised when the charity has enliuemenl lo the funds. any pÈrform8ncè eonditions havè bèèn mèt, il is probable that the in¢¢)mè will be rèceivèd and the amount can be measured reliably. Where grant inwme has been received, but the charity has not matched the conditions to become enlillgd lo the income, an income dgferral is made. io
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) 1.7. Staff Cost The costs of short-term employee benefits are re¢ognised as a liability and an expense where Settlement of obligations does not fall within the same period 1.8. Tangible fixed assets Fixed assets are included on a hisltsrieal cost basis. It is a policy ol the Iruslees that individual items wllh a cost klow £300 are not capitslised. Depre¢i8tion is provided al the following rates and bases lo write off the cost ol tsnglble fixed assets over their estimated useful lives by annual inslalments, with a full year's charge in the acquisltion year and no charge in the yèar of disposal: Fixtures and fittings 25¢/o reducing balance Motor vehi¢les 25V/ts Tèducing balan Ctsmputer Equipment 25.10 reducing balan¢è 1.9. Stock It is impractical to estimate the fair value of goods donatèd for sale in the chadty's shop5 due lo tho high volume of these items and lo Include il on the balance sheet. The value of these goods lo the ¢harity is instead recognlsed wh9n they are sr>ld in the shops. 1.10. Cash at bank and In hand Cash al bank and cash in hand includes cash and short tem) highly liquid invgslmenls with a short rllatu¥ity held lor working capital. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowing in current liabilities. 1.11. Taxation Feed The Poor is a registered charity 8nd as such is a charty within th6 meaning of schedule 6 or the Finance Act 2010. Accordingly, the Charity is polenlialSy entitled lo tax exemplion under part 11 of the Corporation Tax Act 2010 or section 256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 in respect of Income end gains arising. 2. Allocatlon of sUPPOrt Costs Support costs are allo¢ated betwaan the various acb"vities of the charity based on an estimate by management of time spenl by employeas on e8ch activity. Some 8mployees have roles which support mor8 than one aclivily. The allocation of these costs are consider9d to be critical lo the accounts because they have the ability to materially aller the allocation of costs between expenditure on raising funds and expenditure on charitable activities. 12
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) Donated good$ and $grvi¢es Donated professional servi3 and facilities are recognlsed as income when the charity has control ov6r the ilem, any conditions asso¢ialod wlh the donated itam have bggn mel. the receipt of economic benefit from usè (If the item is probable and the economic b8nelil can be measured reliably. In ac¢ordan¢e with the Charities SORP IFRS102}, the value of volunteer time is not rQgnised in the financial statements. On receipt, donated professional services and donated facllities are rocognised on the basis of the value of the gift lo the ¢harily which is the amount the charity would have been willing tri pay to obtain sèrvices or facilities of equivalent economic benefit on Ihe open market. a Correspondlng amount Is recognised in expenditure in the period of receipt. Income from goods donated for sale in the charit5 shops is recognised at the point of sale. As a wsult of the high volume ol low valu6 donat8d goods received by the charity, tho ¢OSt of rewgnising these items al lair value on recelpt would outweigh the benefit of recognising them in the accounts. Investment In¢ome Interest on funds held on deposlt Is included when receivab and the amount can be measured reliably by tha charity., this is normally upon notification of Intgrest paid or payable by the Bank. Rènts from letting of Charity hall are includèd when they are receivable by Ihe charity. 1.4. Fund accountlng Unieslricled funds arg funds which are available for u¥e at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the Charity and which have not beèn dgsignat8d for other purposes. Restricted funds are funds whlch are to be used in accordanc6 With $pgcthc r8slriclions imposed by donors or which have been rais by thè Chaty for a particular purpose. Trustees havo not Classified any funds received as reslri¢tod lill now. 1.5. Expgnditure All expenditure is accounted lor on an accruals basis and has en classified under headings thal aggregate all costs related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly atlribuled lo particular headings they have been apportioned on a basls wnslslent with the use of the sOurces. The cost of raising funds includes fundraising evenl costs, dirèct ¢ampaigns, general information and publ1¢ relation costs and their as90¢ialed support ¢x)sts. Expenditure on charitable acts'vities ralatés lo grants awarded and associatad support costs. Irrecovemble VAT is charged as a cost against the a¢tivty for which expenditure was incurred. 1.6. Allocation of support costs Support costs are those functions that assist the work of the charity bul do not directly undertakè charitable activities. Support costs include administration, finance, human rasour¢es, information systems and governance costs which support the semces provided lo beneficiaries. These costs h8vè been allocaled bee&n thè ¢osts of raising funds and expandilure on Charitable activities on the basis sel out in note 4. li
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) 3. Income Unrestricted Totsl Income 2025 Totsl 2024 Donations and non-prfomance grant Oonations Received Other Income 938,458 938.458 716.301 572 938.458 938,458 716,873 4. Analysis of expendlture$ Expendlture on raising fvnds: Diro¢t All¢ted Costs Total Total Costs 2025 2024 Fundraising Charges 25,561 25,561 43,076 43,076 68,637 68,637 14,628 14,628 Exp•nditure on charitsble •ctivitles-. Water. Health. Educat50n and Development Widows and Orphans Support Emergency, Water Aid and Natu¥al Disaster 357.457 133,069 189,438 58,191 21,662 30,839 415,647 154,731 220,276 357,850 133,215 189,646 679,963 110,692 790,655 680,711 859,292 695.339 Total oxpèndsture 705,525 153,768 13
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) 4. Support Costs Support (x)sls in the current ye81 have baèn allocated bas8d on an estimate, by managgment. omployment costs are based on time $pent by émployees contributing to each activity. Support ¢osts have bean allocated as follows. Employment Preml$•s Adminlstr*tion costs co$ts Costs Total 2025 Total 2024 Donatlons campaign Feeding, Health. educahon, development Widows and Drphans support Emergency, Water and natural disastèr 15.809 21,356 7,950 11,318 10,829 14,629 5,446 7.753 16,438 22,206 8,266 11,768 43,076 58,191 21,662 30,839 12,314 50,099 18,650 26.550 56.433 38,657 58,678 153,768 1 Q7.613 5. Infomiation regarding trustees and employees Staff costs comprlse 2025 2024 Wages and salariès Social security costs 119,700 7,170 118,604 3,641 Total employment costs 126.870 122,245 6. Taxation The charitable acb'vities of Fe6d The Poor are exempl from taxation under Chapter 3 of part 11 of the Corporation Tax Act 2010. 14
FEED THE POOR FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) 7. Flxed Assets Fixtur•s and Fittings Computer Equlpment Motor vehl¢les Total Cost 01-Apr-24 Disposal 31-Mar-25 18.147 4.400 1 S,428 15.428 37,975 15,428 22,547 18,147 4,400 DeprlatIon 01-Apr-24 Chargè for the ygar Depn Eliminate on DispDsal 31-Mar-25 16,599 387 3,489 228 15,341 35.429 615 1 5,341 20,703 15,341 16.986 3,717 Net book valuès 31-Mar-25 31-Mar-24 1,161 1,548 683 911 1,845 2,546 87 8. Credltors - Amounts falling due within one year Totsl 202S Total 2024 Olher creditors Taxes & soclal security wsts 6,154 3,471 2,845 3,674 9.624 6,519 9. Post balance sheet ovents There are no post balan sheet events to Teport. 10. Charity results No séparate Statem8nt ol Financial A¢tivities (including Income and Expenditure A¢counll has been reported for the Charity alone as pemiitted by section 408 of th8 Companies Act and Paragraph 397 of Charities SORP IFRS1021. The income of the Charity for the year was £938,458 12024.. £716,873) Expenditure amounled lo £859,292 12024- £695.3391. The net deficiusurplus for the year was £79,166 12024.. -£21,534>. 11. Related party transactions There was no related paty trans2ction lo report in 202512024,. NIL) 15