Commonwealth Jewish Council
Also known as: The Commonwealth Jewish Trust, The Commonwealth Jewish Council
Welfare, educational and religious activities within Commonwealth communities.
Activities & Mission
Welfare, educational and religious activities within Commonwealth communities.
Grants
Commonwealth Jewish Council makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £179,432
- 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
- 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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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 Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £191,027 | £179,432 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £180,781 | £132,183 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £93,901 | £84,830 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £63,711 | £93,835 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £119,857 | £128,565 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Commonwealth Jewish Council
What does Commonwealth Jewish Council do?
Welfare, educational and religious activities within Commonwealth communities.
How much income did Commonwealth Jewish Council report in 2026?
Commonwealth Jewish Council reported total income of £191k and reported expenditure of £179k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Commonwealth Jewish Council registered as a charity?
Commonwealth Jewish Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 July 1983 as charity number 287564. It has been registered for 43 years.
Who runs Commonwealth Jewish Council?
Commonwealth Jewish Council is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is LORD JONATHAN MENDELSOHN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Commonwealth Jewish Council operate?
Commonwealth Jewish Council operates across 37 areas, including Antigua And Barbuda, Australia, Barbados and 34 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Commonwealth Jewish Council a registered charity?
Yes — Commonwealth Jewish Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 287564.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 3 other charities
Also governs 4 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Commonwealth Jewish Trust
- The Commonwealth Jewish Council
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
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