Balstraw Limited
The charity is established to foster, assist and promote the charitable activities of any institution professing and teaching the principles of traditional Judaism, to advance religion in accordance with the Jewish faith and to give philanthropic aid to the Jewish needy.
Activities & Mission
The charity is established to foster, assist and promote the charitable activities of any institution professing and teaching the principles of traditional Judaism, to advance religion in accordance with the Jewish faith and to give philanthropic aid to the Jewish needy.
Grants
Balstraw Limited is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £474,059
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- people of a particular ethnic or racial origin
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty and religious activities
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £216,349 | £474,059 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £296,623 | £359,112 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £297,828 | £212,865 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £351,381 | £163,426 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £235,884 | £257,624 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Balstraw Limited
What does Balstraw Limited do?
The charity is established to foster, assist and promote the charitable activities of any institution professing and teaching the principles of traditional Judaism, to advance religion in accordance with the Jewish faith and to give philanthropic aid to the Jewish needy.
How much income did Balstraw Limited report in 2025?
Balstraw Limited reported total income of £216k and reported expenditure of £474k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Balstraw Limited registered as a charity?
Balstraw Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 March 1971 as charity number 262185. It has been registered for 55 years.
Who runs Balstraw Limited?
Balstraw Limited is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is LESLIE FRANKEL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Balstraw Limited operate?
Balstraw Limited operates in United States, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Balstraw Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Balstraw Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 262185.
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Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
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