Jewish Joint Burial Society
Also known as: Jjbs
Provision of burial and cremation facilities to both members of synagogues, funeral subscribers and non-members.
Activities & Mission
Provision of burial and cremation facilities to both members of synagogues, funeral subscribers and non-members.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 60% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 43% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 36% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,180,291 | £2,158,401 | £2,065,116 | £11,262,981 | £3,300,000 | 14 / 22 |
| 2023 | £922,565 | £2,027,676 | £1,943,221 | £13,439,626 | £1,700,000 | 13 / 11 |
| 2022 | £1,123,906 | £966,137 | £882,772 | £13,095,980 | £13,095,980 | 11 / 11 |
| 2021 | £3,253,684 | £2,293,657 | £2,230,160 | £15,450,294 | £6,200,000 | 8 / 5 |
| 2020 | £1,352,506 | £2,587,368 | £2,532,996 | £12,138,541 | £2,448,813 | 7 / 7 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Jewish Joint Burial Society
What does Jewish Joint Burial Society do?
Provision of burial and cremation facilities to both members of synagogues, funeral subscribers and non-members.
How much income did Jewish Joint Burial Society report in 2024?
Jewish Joint Burial Society reported total income of £2.18m and reported expenditure of £2.16m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Jewish Joint Burial Society?
Jewish Joint Burial Society has a program ratio of 94.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 60% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Jewish Joint Burial Society registered as a charity?
Jewish Joint Burial Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 December 1968 as charity number 257345. It has been registered for 58 years.
Who runs Jewish Joint Burial Society?
Jewish Joint Burial Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Jewish Joint Burial Society operate?
Jewish Joint Burial Society operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Jewish Joint Burial Society a registered charity?
Yes — Jewish Joint Burial Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 257345.
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- 14 May 2026
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