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Darkei Chaim

The advancement of the Orthodox Jewish religion for the public benefit by providing grants to synagogues and other religious charities, for the provision of religious objects, prayer books and other religious study books, and for the public celebration of religious festivals.

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Activities & Mission

The advancement of the Orthodox Jewish religion for the public benefit by providing grants to synagogues and other religious charities, for the provision of religious objects, prayer books and other religious study books, and for the public celebration of religious festivals.

Grants

Darkei Chaim makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£332,029
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin and other charities or voluntary bodies
What it supports
education and training, disability, 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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£259,052
Latest Expenditure
£332,029

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 128.2%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£259,052
£332,0290 / 3
2024
£265,922
£205,9810 / 3
2023
£230,475
£152,4350 / 3
2022
£246,436
£126,7180 / 3
2021
£298,316
£127,5370 / 3

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Frequently asked questions about Darkei Chaim

What does Darkei Chaim do?

The advancement of the Orthodox Jewish religion for the public benefit by providing grants to synagogues and other religious charities, for the provision of religious objects, prayer books and other religious study books, and for the public celebration of religious festivals.

How much income did Darkei Chaim report in 2025?

Darkei Chaim reported total income of £259k and reported expenditure of £332k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Darkei Chaim registered as a charity?

Darkei Chaim was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 July 2020 as charity number 1190418. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Darkei Chaim?

Darkei Chaim is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Moshe Schwimmer. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Darkei Chaim operate?

Darkei Chaim operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Darkei Chaim a registered charity?

Yes — Darkei Chaim is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190418.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
15 July 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5164158
Charity Number
1190418

Trustees

Moshe Schwimmer Chair
RABBI NATHAN BENJAMIN BINDINGER
Also governs 3 other charities
Vitye Schwimmer

Data & trust

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2 November 2026
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