FREE THE FORGOTTEN
FTF prepare and inspire a new generation of the youth for constructive engagement and by linking communities to discuss sustainable community safety and development whereas a sense of helplessness, exclusion, and desperation is eradicated. To build a stronger community surrounding the North West London area by offering a range of services including Educational/Employment/Housing and Wellbeing etc.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported an operating surplus of £320 for the year ended 01 April 2025, with total unrestricted funds increasing to £19,798. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters were identified requiring attention regarding accounting records or compliance with the Charities Act 2011.
What the accounts disclose
“Grants and donations 43,720”
“No transactions other than the refund of out-of-pocket expenses for the trustees The Charity took place during the year under review” — page 10
Trustees
- Abdillahi Mohamedchair
- Anisa Mohamed
- Zaki Elmi
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 01/04/2025 | £60k | £60k |
| 01/04/2024 | £70k | £56k |
| 01/04/2023 | £88k | £85k |
| 01/04/2022 | £37k | £37k |
| 01/04/2021 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is FREE THE FORGOTTEN financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported an operating surplus of £320 for the year ended 01 April 2025, with total unrestricted funds increasing to £19,798. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters were identified requiring attention regarding accounting records or compliance with the Charities Act 2011. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/02/2024 | £20k | “Shaah Iyo Sheeko” This simply translates to “Tea and Stories” in Somalian. |