Accounts
Reading a mosque’s accounts before a masjid donation
Most mosques in England and Wales are charities, so their accounts are a search away.
A mosque’s accounts, in short
Its summary on the register shows whether it files on time, and what it takes in and spends. Look over several years.
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Reading the register before a masjid donation
- Search the mosque on the Charity Commission register and check the number matches.
- Check the filing: accounts marked late are worth a question.
- Compare income and spending across five years.
- Open the full accounts, filed by charities with income over £25,000 (GOV.UK).
- See who the trustees are, and how many.
What the numbers can tell you
Reserves
Money kept back for repairs or a quiet month. A clear reserves policy is a good sign.
Restricted funds
Gifts given for one purpose, such as the madrasah, kept for it.