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Black Health Initiative (bhi)

Also known as: Bcat - the Black Health Initiative, Bhi-Black Health Initiative

BHI exists to primarily work with Dual heritage, African and African Caribbean Communities as well as other marginalised groups in addressing and challenging inequalities in health.Mission Statement:BHI aims to develop interventions that enable service users to make positive lifestyle choices in relation to their health and well-being.

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Activities & Mission

BHI exists to primarily work with Dual heritage, African and African Caribbean Communities as well as other marginalised groups in addressing and challenging inequalities in health.Mission Statement:BHI aims to develop interventions that enable service users to make positive lifestyle choices in relation to their health and well-being.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£200,831
Latest Expenditure
£190,779

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 95.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 95.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£200,831
£190,7790 / 10
2024
£318,536
£201,7880 / 11
2023
£419,789
£390,5410 / 20
2022
£159,109
£168,9750 / 20
2021
£265,126
£218,2140 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Black Health Initiative (bhi)

What does Black Health Initiative (bhi) do?

BHI exists to primarily work with Dual heritage, African and African Caribbean Communities as well as other marginalised groups in addressing and challenging inequalities in health.Mission Statement:BHI aims to develop interventions that enable service users to make positive lifestyle choices in relation to their health and well-being.

How much income did Black Health Initiative (bhi) report in 2025?

Black Health Initiative (bhi) reported total income of £201k and reported expenditure of £191k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Black Health Initiative (bhi) registered as a charity?

Black Health Initiative (bhi) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 February 1996 as charity number 1053247. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs Black Health Initiative (bhi)?

Black Health Initiative (bhi) is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is SOFYANAH RAMZAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Black Health Initiative (bhi) operate?

Black Health Initiative (bhi) operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Black Health Initiative (bhi) a registered charity?

Yes — Black Health Initiative (bhi) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1053247.

Details

Address
Ground Floor Suite 3
Call House Business Centre
Enfield Street
Leeds
LS7 1RF
Registration Date
27 February 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1053247
Charity Number
1053247

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Trustees

SOFYANAH RAMZAN Chair
IRMA HEYLIGER OBE
NAZARENE ACTIVE
Stuart Bailey
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • Bcat - the Black Health Initiative
  • Bhi-Black Health Initiative

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