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Bay of Hope Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Contents
| Page | |
|---|---|
| Reference and Administration Details | 3 |
| Trustees' Annual Report | 4 - 7 |
| Independent Examiner's Report | 8 |
| Receipts and Payments Account | 9 |
| Statement of Balances | 10 |
| Notes to the Accounts | 11-12 |
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Bay of Hope Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Reference and Administration Details
| Charity Name | Bay of Hope | |
|---|---|---|
| Charity Number | SC051545 | |
| Principal Address | 112 Bay Street | |
| Port Glasgow | ||
| PA14 5BN | ||
| Trustees | Chair | |
| Treasurer | ||
| Secretary | ||
| Bankers | Bank of Scotland | |
| 26 John Wood Street | ||
| Port Glasgow | ||
| PA14 5HX | ||
| Independent Examiner | ||
| Brett Nicholls Associates | ||
| Herbert House | ||
| 24 Herbert Street | ||
| Glasgow | ||
| G20 6NB |
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Bay of Hope Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Trustees' Annual Report
The trustees present their Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Structure, Governance and Management
Governing Document
Bay of Hope is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) dedicated to uplifting vulnerable individuals in rural communities across central and eastern Uganda. Bay of Hope was established as a charity on 26th January 2022, working closely with their Ugandan sister organisation, Bay of Hope International Ltd since then, to deliver life-changing support through community-rooted interventions. This year marks their fifth year of committed service, guided by its constitution and being underseen by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).
Leadership
As we celebrate the 2024/25 year of impactful work, Bay of Hope continues to be actively led by a dedicated Board of Trustees. Our leadership team brings passion, strategic insight, and cultural understanding to every initiative, ensuring effective governance and strong accountability across all areas of operation.
Objectives and Activities
Charitable Purposes
The organisation’s purposes are:
a) The relief of poverty by supporting children and their families in rural Uganda including the payment of school fees and the buying of school uniforms.
b) The advancement of education including the management of a child sponsorship programme in rural Uganda. This will enable children from disadvantaged communities to receive a formal education.
c) The advancement of health by providing humanitarian support, including the provision of medication and food parcels to those in need in rural Uganda.
d) To deliver the above humanitarian support through a connected organisation, Bay of Hope International Ltd, based in Uganda.
Significant Activities
Bay of Hope was able to deliver the above humanitarian work by raising funds in Scotland and remitting these to its sister charity in Uganda, Bay of Hope International Ltd who delivered these support services through a loyal team of staff and volunteers. This work is described below.
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Bay of Hope Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Trustees' Annual Report
Charitable Activities
Child Sponsorship Programme
Over the past year:
• A team of four trustees from Bay of Hope (Scotland) undertook a meaningful visit to our sister charity, Bay of Hope International in Uganda, between 09/08/24 to 15/08/24 to witness the official opening of Kirstie’s Cottage —our first dedicated residential home for vulnerable young people.
• Kirstie’s Cottage now provides safe housing for six children and young people who have experienced abuse, abandonment, or other forms of hardship. This milestone represents a major step forward in our mission to offer protection, stability, and hope to those most in need.
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The visit was a resounding success, offering trustees firsthand insight into the transformative impact of our work. It strengthened cross-border collaboration, deepened our understanding of local challenges, and reaffirmed our commitment to expanding compassionate care through sustainable, community-rooted solutions.
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We’ve seen notable improvements in academic outcomes among our sponsored students, driven by consistent
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access to quality education and stable learning environments.
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Two students are preparing to enter high school , marking a significant milestone in their educational journey and
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personal development.
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Currently, 45 students are supported through our sponsorship programme, receiving the tools and
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encouragement they need to thrive.
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To make sponsorship more accessible, we’re actively promoting £5 monthly donations, enabling more individuals to contribute meaningfully to a child’s future.
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We’re encouraged by a growing number of sponsors stepping forward to support our young people—proof that
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collective action can transform lives.
Orphanage & Child Protection Work
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5 vulnerable young people were rescued from abuse, abandonment, or ritual harm.
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4 abandoned children were safely reunited with their families in Uganda.
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Those still in our care reside in a safe house , managed by compassionate and trained volunteer caregivers.
Family Empowerment & Community Development
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We believe education is a catalyst for household transformation —when one family member is empowered,the entire family benefits.
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Our model champions family-led sustainability by enhancing access to education and opportunities.
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Bay of Hope Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Trustees' Annual Report
Health and Livelihood Interventions
In pursuit of holistic support, Bay of Hope has:
- Provided essential medication and food aid to families in crisis.
• Bay of Hope responded to a deeply distressing situation involving a vulnerable young lady found in an abandoned house beside the deceased body of her brother,who had tragically starved to death. The siblings had been left without care or resources, and the young woman was in a state of extreme physical and emotional distress.
Upon discovery, our team acted swiftly to:
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Rescue and stabilize the young woman, providing urgent medical attention and emotional support.
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Coordinate with local authorities to ensure the scene was handled with sensitivity and legal oversight.
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Offer trauma-informed care , including psychological counselling and safe shelter.
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Begin long-term rehabilitation planning , focused on restoring her health, dignity, and future prospects.
This intervention not only saved a life , but also highlighted the devastating consequences of neglect and abandonment. It reaffirmed our mission to:
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Be a lifeline for the most vulnerable , especially those hidden from view.
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Advocate for community vigilance and stronger child protection systems.
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Ensure that no one is left behind , regardless of how dire or invisible their circumstances may be.
Safe Housing Development
A major milestone this year was the successful completion of a secure cottage , now home to 6 young people in our care:
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A perimeter wall was constructed to enhance safety and privacy.
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A gate was installed , making the home fully secure and operational for residents.
Future Plans
With the foundation firmly in place, Bay of Hope is now turning toward sustainability and growth :
Cottage Sustainability Project
We plan to establish a small chicken farm and kitchen garden within the cottage compound, which will:
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Provide fresh eggs and produce to feed the residents.
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Generate a modest income stream to help cover ongoing costs.
Our goal is to model self-sufficiency and create sustainable livelihoods that support long-term care and development.
As part of our ongoing commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals,Bay of Hope is undertaking a strategic expansion of its residential support facilities. We plan to build four additional cottages on land owned by the organisation in Uganda. These cottages will provide safe, stable housing for individuals—particularly children and young people—who are in immediate danger due to abuse, abandonment, or other forms of exploitation.
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8ay of Hope Report and AcCots FarThe Year Ended 31 Marth2025 Tru51e¢5' Amual Report This expansion will: . Increase capaclty to acc£nmodate more at-risk Indlviduals In a secure and nurturtng envlronment. Pro¥lde tra)J-Intrrne (are through dedtcated stsff and Voluntee trained in child protectlon and psychosocial support. • Enable famly reunifKathn elf<Yts by offering temporary shelter whlle lonE-teryn solutknns are pursued. • Stren8thÈn ¢ommunlty reslwnee by ensurlng thatvuknerable mernbe are protected and supported wlthln th8lr lo1 contexL The cottages wdl bÈ modest, dLwable, and designed to mp.et the basic need5 Qr resldents while fostsring a sense of dignlty and bek)nging. Thiq inrtiative aligns with eay of Hope'5 ethos of keeplN3 ddren vAthin tholr thmmunltlfrs arKI promolui8 family-basedcare wherever possible. We alm to cdlabornte local tIders, communit¥ feadors, and partner or8ani53tl¢s to ensure the project is both cost-effettlve ond ¢ukurally appropTh?tÈ. Long-tp.rm sU5Liinablllty wlll be supp)rted throufjjh onuoin8 lundralsin8, sponsorshipi and comrnunlty enga8emenL As Bay of Hope lebrdte another yehrof meaningful impact. we remaln deeply grateful to ourdonor5. voluntoer5, and partnets. Your Supp empowers our mi55ion to buld safer, healthler, and resllient CLYnmunilles in Llganda. Together. we are notjust thanging live5-we a bulldlThJ hope. FknarKlal Revlew The income for the year ended 31 Marth 2025 deed ffom gifts, dorbatlons and fundraisiig totslled E12290 12024.. £89601. A tutèl of £IZh9012024: £12fi211 was Spent duri the year ar after payin8 the bank fees and Indeppndont cxamlnatlon fee; the bahn¢¢ was remltto.d to Vgan& le8vln8 a net defKIt of £20012024: defi¢lt of £3,661). This dÈfKit vrds absord ty bank functs or+ hand atthe be8lnnkng of the financial yeai. The unrestrKted reseNe5 at 31 March 2025 were £1,97312024.. £2.1731 Rese•5 Pd It is the policy of the Trustres to ho reseNes 4ui¥alent to three months runnlng costs, based on the yearended 31 Mah 2025. thi5 equates to £3,123. The balance of unfestrirted re5erve5 on 3151 M6trh 2025 stcd at £1973 12024: £2.1731, trefOre the frustees are wthkng to Increase the free reserves of ch?rrty. The trustee5 decla that they have approved the rpFKJrtabovÈ. S*ned on behalf ¢Jf the eharfty'5 twstees". Oate.. Date: Page 7 of 12
Bay of Hope Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Independent Examiner's Report
| Report to the trustees/members of | Bay of Hope |
|---|---|
| Registered charity number | SC051545 |
| Accounts of the charity for the period | 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025 |
| Set out on pages | 9 - 12 |
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner:
The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the terms of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) 2005 Act and the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006. The charity trustees consider that the audit requirement of Regulation 10(1) (d) of the Accounts Regulations does not apply. It is my responsibility to examine the accounts as required under section 44(1) (c) of the Act and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of Independent Examiner's statement:
My examination is carried out in accordance with Regulation 11 of the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006. 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 seeks 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,I do not express an audit opinion on the accounts.
Independent Examiner's statement:
In the course of my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements to:
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keep accounting records in accordance with section 44(1) (a) of the 2005 Act and Regulation 4 of the 2006 Accounts Regulations, and
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prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with Regulation 9 of the 2006 Accounts Regulations
have not been met, or
- To which, in my opinion,attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Date:
Brett Nicholls Associates
Herbert House, 24 Herbert Street, Glasgow, G20 6NB
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Bay of Hope Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Receipts and Payments Account
| Receipts Notes Donations 3 Other Income 4 Payments Charitable Activities Costs 5 Support Costs 6 Net Receipts/-Payments Funds Brought Forward Funds Carried Forward |
Total Funds £ 7,005 5,285 12,290 11,770 720 12,490 (£200) 2,173 £1,973 |
2024 Total £ 4,118 4,842 |
|---|---|---|
| 8,960 | ||
| 12,120 501 |
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| 12,621 | ||
| (3,661) | ||
| 5,834 £2,173 |
The notes on pages 11-12 form an integral part of these accounts.
All income and expenditure in the year arose in unrestricted funds.
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Boy of Hope RepxtandA¢rounts F¢r Year Ended31 Marth 2025 Ststementof Balances Totol Funds 2024 Ttstol Opening Cash and Bank Balances Surpluv-lftttfOrthe year sing Cash and 83nk Balances 2,173 1200) 5*34 13,6611 2,173 Signed on behalf of the tnjstees.. te.. Page IOof12
Bay of Hope Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Notes to the Accounts
1. General Information
Bay of Hope ("the charity") is a Scottish charitable incorporated organisation and governed by its constitution dated 26th January 2022. It was registered as a charity in Scotland (registered number SC051545) on 26th January 2022. It's registered address is 112 Bay Street, Port Glasgow, PA14 5BN.
2. Basis of Preparation
These accounts have been prepared on the Receipts and Payments basis in accordance with the Charities and
Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as amended).
| 3. Donations Individuals Companies 4. Other Income Fundraising in Scotland Gift Aid Claim (HMRC) 5. Charitable Activities Costs Payment to Bay of Hope International in Uganda to fund charitable activities 6. Support Costs Bank Charges Independent Examination Fee |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds Funds £ £ £ 6,990 - 6,990 15 - 15 7,005 - 7,005 Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds Funds £ £ £ 4,470 - 4,470 815 - 815 5,285 - 5,285 Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds Funds £ £ £ 11,770 - 11,770 Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds Funds £ £ £ 120 - 120 600 - 600 720 - 720 |
Total 2024 £ 4,118 - |
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| 4,118 | ||
| Total 2024 £ 4,420 422 |
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| 4,842 | ||
| Total 2024 £ 12,120 |
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| Total 2024 £ 201 300 |
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| 501 |
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Bay of Hope Report and Accounts For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
Notes to the Accounts
7. Related Party Transactions
The trustees received no remuneration or expenses during the year.
There were no related party transactions during the year.
| 8. Funds Analysis | Opening | Closing | |||
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| Balance | Balance | ||||
| Unrestricted | 1 April 24 | Receipts | Payments | Transfers | 31 March 25 |
| General | 2,173 | 12,290 | 12,490 | - | 1,973 |
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