REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 517213
TRUSTEES' REPORT AND
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
FOR
INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
Watergates Ltd 109 Coleman Road Leicester LE5 4LE
INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
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Independent Examiner's Report 5
Statement of Financial Activities 6
Statement of Financial Position 7
Notes to the Financial Statements 8 to 14
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 15
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31st December 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectives and aims
The charity's objectives, outlined in the trust deed, are to preserve and enhance the Islamic faith in the Dewsbury area for the public's benefit, primarily through collective worship, lectures, religious festivals and running classes and courses on the Islamic faith.
Additionally, the charity aims to advance education, provide social welfare facilities for leisure-time occupation, and improve living conditions for Dewsbury and neighbouring residents by maintaining the Zakaria Education Centre.
Each year, the Steering Committee reviews the charity's objectives and activities to ensure they align with the organisation's faith and community goals. The trustees have also considered the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit and specifically its supplementary public guidance on the advancement of religion for the public benefit.
The charity maintains a dual purpose of providing a place of worship for Muslims and a community facility for Dewsbury residents. The long-term ambition is to bolster the self-confidence of Dewsbury Muslims in their faith, foster a peaceful and harmonious community, and achieve these goals through community activities and facilities.
Significant activities
Throughout the year, the charity hosts several events, such as Open Days, school visits, and fundraisers. These events are designed to break down barriers of prejudice, reduce community tensions, and foster mutual understanding.
The mosque is open every day for prayers, welcoming regular attendees, occasional visitors and passers-by. During the holy month of Ramadan, the charity also provides provisions for those who wish to break their fast in congregation. Moreover, they assist families with a suitable location and an Imam to perform their Nikkah ceremony, which is an Islamic marriage ritual.
The charity hosts programs and lectures by renowned scholars from the UK and abroad to promote Islamic awareness. Topics covered include charity, inheritance, divorce, preparation for Haj and Umrah (pilgrimage), addiction and prevention, and Islamic manners.
The charity also offers a variety of other beneficial programs, including first aid emergency training for the workplace, emergency paediatric first aid, a male hygiene course, guidance on successful parenting, understanding Islam and its challenges, a Muslim guide to family law, and mental health and wellbeing support.
In addition, the charity operates an after-school tuition hub where children can learn to recite and memorize the Holy Quran, as well as learn about the fundamental principles of the Islamic faith.
Public benefit
The Trustees have given due consideration to the Charity Commission's published guidance on the Public Benefit Requirement.
Volunteers
We have a small number of volunteers who assist on an ad-hoc basis.
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE
During the year, Zakaria Masjid and Zakaria Education Centre have continued to serve the community through both spiritual and educational development.
We are pleased to report that a number of students have successfully completed the full memorisation of the Holy Qur'an (Hifz). In addition to their studies, these students have been provided with ongoing mentoring and opportunities to lead the Taraweeh prayers during Ramadan, helping them to develop confidence and leadership within the community.
This year, we were blessed to host over ten Taraweeh congregations across the mosque and education centre, ensuring accessibility and engagement for worshippers of all ages.
Our madrasa continues to thrive, now accommodating over 500 students in both daytime and evening classes, covering Qur'an recitation, Tajweed, Islamic studies, and moral education.
We also successfully conducted our Annual General Meeting (AGM) with members of the congregation and management, where we reviewed the year's progress, reflected on our achievements, and set objectives for the year ahead.
The masjid continues to offer the five daily prayers with steady local attendance, providing a welcoming and spiritual environment for all. We remain committed to supporting local families in times of need, offering both practical and emotional assistance where possible.
Zakaria Masjid and Zakaria Education Centre continue to grow as a hub for worship, learning, and community support, striving to serve our community with sincerity and excellence.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Financial position
The charity has a policy of maintaining unrestricted funds, which are not designated for a specific purpose, at a level equivalent to three to six months' expenditure. This level of reserves is believed by the trustees to ensure that the charity can continue its current activities in the event of a significant drop in funding while considering ways to raise additional funds.
Reserves policy
We aim to utilise the funds as soon as we identify suitable programmes or scolars.
The funds the charity holds is to ensure that it has sufficient reserves to cover the costs of managing and administering the charity for the following year.
The Trustees consider it prudent that the reserves should be sufficient for the charity's use. The Trustees have approved that all unrestricted reserves will be utilised in helping the charity achieve its objectives.
Going concern
Currently no concerns about the charity continuing as a going concern.
FUTURE PLANS
The Trustees view the charity as a long term evolving project with its role in enhancing the Islamic faith in the Dewsbury area well into the future. They envisage donations and awards being maintained. They will continue to engage actively with the community.
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust and constitutes an unincorporated charity.
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
The charity is a charitable trust governed by a constitution adopted September 1968 as amended on 25 December 1985 and 12 January 1992.
Recruitment and appointment of new trustees
The board of trustees appoints new trustees, and they meet annually, with subgroups, including the executive committee, responsible for day-to-day management. These subgroups report to the management committee headed by Hfz Jabir Sheth, who approves any necessary actions.
The current trustees have an average age of over 70 and are responsible for recruiting new trustees. To ensure the continuity of the charity's mission, they have initiated a campaign to encourage younger members to join the board.
In addition to financial management, the Trustees have also prioritized ensuring the charity has effective safeguarding policies and procedures in place and regularly review their implementation.
Organisational structure
The board of Trustees of the charity are responsible for the charity's strategic direction. The board of Trustees meet on a termly basis to discuss the activities of the charity.
The board of trustees are supported through the aid of volunteers who manage the daily running of the charity.
Risk management
The Trustees have conducted a thorough assessment of the charity's internal controls and determined that they offer adequate assurance that the charity's assets are protected, financial information is accurate, and the charity is functioning within its objectives and adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
The charity has established policies, systems, and procedures to mitigate identified risks outlined in the annual review.
In addition, the Trustees have conducted a review of the charity's adherence to applicable legislation and found no instances of non-compliance during the year. The charity has complied with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 and the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Charity number 517213
Principal address
2 Chapel Street Savile Town Dewsbury WF12 9NQ
Trustees
Mr R Yusuf Mr I E A Dalal Mr A U Patel Mr Y Gajra
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Independent Examiner Watergates Ltd 109 Coleman Road Leicester LE5 4LE
Approved by order of the board of trustees on 30th October 2025 and signed on its behalf by:
Mr Y Gajra - Trustee
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Indian Muslim Patel Society
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Indian Muslim Patel Society (the Trust) for the year ended 31st December 2024.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act').
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
Since your charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a listed body. I can confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, which is one of the listed bodies.
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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the accounts do 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 no concerns and 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.
Nazir Malida FCCA
Watergates Ltd 109 Coleman Road Leicester LE5 4LE
30th October 2025
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
| Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies |
Unrestricted Restricted fund fund £ £ 296,744 12,849 |
31/12/24 31/12/23 Total Total funds funds £ £ 309,593 496,989 |
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| EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities Direct costs Other |
350,679 - 38,580 - |
350,679 673,161 38,580 54,118 |
| Total | 389,259 - |
389,259 727,279 |
| NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward |
(92,515) 12,849 99,268 22,607 |
(79,666) (230,290) 121,875 352,166 |
| TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD | 6,753 35,456 |
42,209 121,876 |
The notes on page 0 form part of these financial statements
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION 31ST DECEMBER 2024
| Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 6 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors 7 Cash at bank and in hand |
Unrestricted Restricted fund fund £ £ 56,499 - 23,306 - 24,213 35,456 |
31/12/24 Total funds £ 56,499 23,306 59,669 |
31/12/23 Total funds £ 69,212 94,094 63,434 |
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| CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 8 |
47,519 35,456 (97,265) - |
82,975 (97,265) |
157,528 (104,864) |
| NET CURRENT ASSETS | (49,746) 35,456 |
(14,290) | 52,664 |
| TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES |
6,753 35,456 |
42,209 | 121,876 |
| NET ASSETS | 6,753 35,456 |
42,209 | 121,876 |
| FUNDS 9 Unrestricted funds Restricted funds |
6,753 35,456 |
99,269 22,607 |
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| TOTAL FUNDS | 42,209 | 121,876 |
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 30th October 2025 and were signed on its behalf by:
Mr Y Gajra - Trustee
The notes on page 0 form part of these financial statements
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
BASIS OF PREPARING THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy note(s).
The functional currency of the charity is considered to be pounds sterling because that is the currency of the primary economic environment in which the Charity operates. The financial statements are also presented in pounds sterling, The amounts in the financial statements are presented to the nearest £1, unless otherwise stated.
The preparation of the financial statements in compliance with FRS 102 requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise judgement in applying the charity's accounting policies. There are no significant areas requiring material judgements, estimates or assumptions.
GOING CONCERN
At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
INCOME
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
The value of services provided by volunteers is difficult to put a monetary value on and therefore has not been included in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS102).
EXPENDITURE
Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred by the charity in the delivery of its activities and services for its beneficiaries. It includes both costs that can be allocated directly to such activities and those costs of an indirect nature necessary to support them.
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued
EXPENDITURE
Governance costs include those costs associated with meeting the constitutional and statutory requirements of the charity and include the accountancy fees and cost linked to the strategic management of the charity.
All costs are allocated between the expenditure categories of the SoFA on a basis designed to reflect the use of the resource. Costs relating to a particular activity are allocated directly, others are apportioned on an appropriate basis consistent with use of the resources.
Grants offered subject to conditions which have not been met at the year end date are noted as a commitment but not accrued as expenditure.
TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.
Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following basis:
Plant and equipment: 10% straight line
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in the statement of financial activities.
Impairment of fixed assets
At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any).
TAXATION
The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.
FUND ACCOUNTING
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.
PENSION COSTS AND OTHER POST-RETIREMENT BENEFITS
The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charity's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.
2. CRITICAL ACCOUNTING JUDGEMENTS AND KEY SOURCES OF ESTIMATION UNCERTAINTY
In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.
3. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31st December 2024 nor for the year ended 31st December 2023.
TRUSTEES' EXPENSES
There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31st December 2024 nor for the year ended 31st December 2023.
4. STAFF COSTS
The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:
| Staff | 31/12/24 - |
31/12/23 59 |
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| No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies |
ACTIVITIES Unrestricted fund £ 313,367 |
Restricted fund £ 183,622 |
Total funds £ 496,989 |
| EXPENDITURE ON Charitable activities Direct costs Other |
316,804 54,118 |
356,357 - |
673,161 54,118 |
| Total | 370,922 | 356,357 | 727,279 |
5. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
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5. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued
Unrestricted Restricted Total
fund fund funds
£ £ £
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) (57,555) (172,735) (230,290)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward 156,824 195,342 352,166
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 99,269 22,607 121,876
6. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Plant and
machinery
£
COST
At 1st January 2024 and
31st December 2024 124,187
DEPRECIATION
At 1st January 2024 54,975
Charge for year 12,713
At 31st December 2024 67,688
NET BOOK VALUE
At 31st December 2024 56,499
At 31st December 2023 69,212
7. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
31/12/24 31/12/23
£ £
Trade debtors 23,306 94,094
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8. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
31/12/24 31/12/23
£ £
Taxation and social security 989 -
Other creditors 96,276 104,864
97,265 104,864
9. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
Net
movement At
At 1.1.24 in funds 31.12.24
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 99,268 (92,515) 6,753
Restricted funds
Restricted 22,607 12,849 35,456
TOTAL FUNDS 121,875 (79,666) 42,209
Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
Incoming Resources Movement
resources expended in funds
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 296,744 (389,259) (92,515)
Restricted funds
Restricted 12,849 - 12,849
TOTAL FUNDS 309,593 (389,259) (79,666)
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
9. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued
Comparatives for movement in funds
| Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Restricted |
At 1.1.23 £ 156,824 195,342 |
Net movement in funds £ (57,555) (172,735) |
At 31.12.23 £ 99,269 22,607 |
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| TOTAL FUNDS | 352,166 | (230,290) | 121,876 |
| Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources £ Unrestricted funds General fund 313,367 Restricted funds Restricted 183,622 |
Resources expended £ (370,922) (356,357) |
Movement in funds £ (57,555) (172,735) |
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| TOTAL FUNDS | 496,989 | (727,279) | (230,290) |
| A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as At 1.1.23 £ Unrestricted funds General fund 156,824 Restricted funds Restricted 195,342 |
follows: Net movement in funds £ (150,070) (159,886) |
At 31.12.24 £ 6,754 35,456 |
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| TOTAL FUNDS | 352,166 | (309,956) | 42,210 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
9. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued
A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
| Unrestricted funds General fund Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS |
Incoming Resources Movement resources expended in funds £ £ £ 610,111 (760,181) (150,070) 196,471 (356,357) (159,886) 806,582 (1,116,538) (309,956) |
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10. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31st December 2024.
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INDIAN MUSLIM PATEL SOCIETY
DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
| INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Donations and legacies Donations Membership fees |
31/12/24 £ 77,907 231,686 |
31/12/23 £ 278,757 218,232 |
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| 309,593 | 496,989 | |
| Total incoming resources EXPENDITURE Charitable activities Wages Social security Pensions Islamic teachings Masjid Hall Depreciation of tangible fixed assets Grants to institutions |
309,593 266,696 932 36 15,296 55,006 12,713 - |
496,989 225,521 1,770 - 7,435 63,710 12,713 362,012 |
| Support costs Governance costs Support costs |
350,679 38,580 |
673,161 54,118 |
| Total resources expended | 389,259 | 727,279 |
| Net expenditure | (79,666) | (230,290) |
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