Friends Of Bethlehem UK
Also known as: Friends of Alrowwad UK
The object of the CIO is to promote Palestinian arts and culture for the public benefit by supporting Alrowwad Cultural & Arts Society in Aida refugee camp, Bethlehem as well as other cultural institutions and artists in Bethlehem and Palestine - through the Bethlehem Cultural Festival of arts and culture of the Eastern Mediterranean and other activities organised throughout the year.
Activities & Mission
The object of the CIO is to promote Palestinian arts and culture for the public benefit by supporting Alrowwad Cultural & Arts Society in Aida refugee camp, Bethlehem as well as other cultural institutions and artists in Bethlehem and Palestine - through the Bethlehem Cultural Festival of arts and culture of the Eastern Mediterranean and other activities organised throughout the year.
Grants
Friends Of Bethlehem UK makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £31,286
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and people of a particular ethnic or racial origin
- What it supports
- arts, culture, heritage, or science
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 | £38,637 | £31,286 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £65,096 | £83,157 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £95,456 | £82,420 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2022 | £49,788 | £51,048 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £33,764 | £28,926 | 0 / 8 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Bethlehem UK
What does Friends Of Bethlehem UK do?
The object of the CIO is to promote Palestinian arts and culture for the public benefit by supporting Alrowwad Cultural & Arts Society in Aida refugee camp, Bethlehem as well as other cultural institutions and artists in Bethlehem and Palestine - through the Bethlehem Cultural Festival of arts and culture of the Eastern Mediterranean and other activities organised throughout the year.
How much income did Friends Of Bethlehem UK report in 2025?
Friends Of Bethlehem UK reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of Bethlehem UK registered as a charity?
Friends Of Bethlehem UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 October 2019 as charity number 1185770. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Friends Of Bethlehem UK?
Friends Of Bethlehem UK is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Melissa Scott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Bethlehem UK operate?
Friends Of Bethlehem UK operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of Bethlehem UK a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Bethlehem UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1185770.
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Also Known As
- Friends of Alrowwad UK
- Friends of Alrowwad UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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