Abu Zahra Foundation
1. TO ADVANCE RELIGION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEACHINGS OF ISLAM; 2. TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN PARTICULAR AMONGST WOMEN AND YOUNG PEOPLE FROM ALL RELIGIOUS AND ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS; 3. TO PROVIDE OR ASSIST IN PROVIDING FACILITIES FOR RECREATIONAL OR OTHER LEISURE-TIME OCCUPATION FOR THE INHABITANTS OF KEIGHLEY AND SURROUNDING AREAS; 4. TO PROVIDE RELIEF AND CHARITY AID TO THOSE IN NEED.
Activities & Mission
1. TO ADVANCE RELIGION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEACHINGS OF ISLAM; 2. TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN PARTICULAR AMONGST WOMEN AND YOUNG PEOPLE FROM ALL RELIGIOUS AND ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS; 3. TO PROVIDE OR ASSIST IN PROVIDING FACILITIES FOR RECREATIONAL OR OTHER LEISURE-TIME OCCUPATION FOR THE INHABITANTS OF KEIGHLEY AND SURROUNDING AREAS; 4. TO PROVIDE RELIEF AND CHARITY AID TO THOSE IN NEED.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 36% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — Abu Zahra Foundation (organisation 3985507)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,897,097 | £1,942,032 | £1,669,123 | £1,689,606 | £131,685 | 8 / 10 |
| 2023 | £1,523,303 | £1,394,251 | £1,214,992 | £1,750,425 | £128,150 | 8 / 5 |
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Abu Zahra Foundation
What does Abu Zahra Foundation do?
1. TO ADVANCE RELIGION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEACHINGS OF ISLAM; 2. TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN PARTICULAR AMONGST WOMEN AND YOUNG PEOPLE FROM ALL RELIGIOUS AND ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS; 3. TO PROVIDE OR ASSIST IN PROVIDING FACILITIES FOR RECREATIONAL OR OTHER LEISURE-TIME OCCUPATION FOR THE INHABITANTS OF KEIGHLEY AND SURROUNDING AREAS; 4. TO PROVIDE RELIEF AND CHARITY AID TO THOSE IN NEED.
How much income did Abu Zahra Foundation report in 2024?
Abu Zahra Foundation reported total income of £1.90m and reported expenditure of £1.94m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Abu Zahra Foundation?
Abu Zahra Foundation has a program ratio of 88.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 36% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Abu Zahra Foundation registered as a charity?
Abu Zahra Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 January 2019 as charity number 1181727. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Abu Zahra Foundation?
Abu Zahra Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Abu Zahra Foundation operate?
Abu Zahra Foundation operates in Bradford City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Abu Zahra Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Abu Zahra Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1181727.
Details
Devonshire Street
KEIGHLEY
West Yorkshire
BD21 2BL
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