SPIRITUAL ASSEMBLY OF THE BAHA'IS OF MANCHESTER
Activities focus on the advancement of the Baha'i Faith and belief in the essential oneness of the world's revealed religions and on Baha'i ideals of human brotherhood through various means including devotional meetings, children's classes, youth activities, study sessions and interfaith involvement.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £545 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total funds decreasing from £165,277 to £164,732. The charity maintains unrestricted reserves of £25,137 against a policy to maintain funds sufficient to fulfil its commitments. The filing confirms the accounts were prepared on a going concern basis with no audit required.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the charity to maintain its funds at such a level as to enable the charity to fulfil its commitments.” — page 3
Trustees
- Ahmad Vegah
- Dr Carmel Afnan
- Dr Julia Haviland
- Emilia Zabihi
- May Taleb
- Mona Nooreyezdan
- Nabil Taleb
- Rebecca Cleasby
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £26k | £27k |
| 31/03/2024 | £29k | £25k |
| 31/03/2023 | £12k | £12k |
| 31/03/2022 | £7k | £9k |
| 31/03/2021 | £6k | £6k |
Common questions
Is SPIRITUAL ASSEMBLY OF THE BAHA'IS OF MANCHESTER financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £545 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total funds decreasing from £165,277 to £164,732. The charity maintains unrestricted reserves of £25,137 against a policy to maintain funds sufficient to fulfil its commitments. The filing confirms the accounts were prepared on a going concern basis with no audit required.