BANGLADESH WELFARE ASSOCIATION
The activity of the Charity is to promote and advance through community and voluntary work the social welfare, good health, cultural, social educational and economic wellbeing of the Bangladeshi communities based in Burnley and Pendle and other established communities throughout Lancashire.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £52,703 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £47,226. This represents a significant improvement from the previous year's deficit of £5,477, with cash balances increasing to £47,442. The trustees confirm that accounting records were kept properly and the financial statements comply with applicable regulations.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- MUHAMMAD SHER ALI MIAHchair
- HENA BEGUM
- SADAR UDDIN
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £125k | £72k |
| 31/03/2024 | £56k | £62k |
| 31/03/2023 | £97k | £83k |
| 31/03/2022 | £54k | £41k |
| 31/03/2021 | £23k | £22k |
Common questions
Is BANGLADESH WELFARE ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £52,703 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £47,226. This represents a significant improvement from the previous year's deficit of £5,477, with cash balances increasing to £47,442. The trustees confirm that accounting records were kept properly and the financial statements comply with applicable regulations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 24/06/2022 | £151k | SOS 365 |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/03/2020 | £10k | Supporting Marginalised Women Project |