British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos)
Also known as: British Friends of the Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) Also Known Shortly as "ksh", Ksh
the relief of poverty and the advancement of jewish education and the jewish religion, in particular by assisting poor persons with all necessary relief and medical assistance, housing, old age care facilities and providing financial help for schools and colleges, run by Kollel Shomrei Hachomos in Israel
Activities & Mission
the relief of poverty and the advancement of jewish education and the jewish religion, in particular by assisting poor persons with all necessary relief and medical assistance, housing, old age care facilities and providing financial help for schools and colleges, run by Kollel Shomrei Hachomos in Israel
Grants
British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £1,527,900
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and the prevention or relief of poverty
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 66% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 747). How is this calculated?
Higher than 40% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 24% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,556,857 | £1,603,815 | £1,570,745 | £256,668 | £256,668 | 4 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,728,805 | £1,448,813 | £1,389,144 | £303,626 | £303,626 | 2 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,548,723 | £2,768,755 | £2,729,015 | £23,634 | £23,634 | 3 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,241,799 | £1,003,093 | £986,402 | £243,666 | £243,666 | 3 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,875,544 | £1,925,055 | £1,893,679 | £4,960 | £4,960 | 3 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos)
What does British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) do?
the relief of poverty and the advancement of jewish education and the jewish religion, in particular by assisting poor persons with all necessary relief and medical assistance, housing, old age care facilities and providing financial help for schools and colleges, run by Kollel Shomrei Hachomos in Israel
How much income did British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) report in 2025?
British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) reported total income of £1.56m and reported expenditure of £1.60m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos)?
British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) has a program ratio of 100.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 66% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 747 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) registered as a charity?
British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 October 1983 as charity number 288023. It has been registered for 43 years.
Who runs British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos)?
British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) operate?
British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) operates in Israel, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) a registered charity?
Yes — British Friends Of The Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 288023.
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Also Known As
- British Friends of the Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Charity (kollel Shomrei Hachomos) Also Known Shortly as "ksh"
- Ksh
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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