Keren Shabbos
The advancement of Orthodox Jewish faith and the relief of poverty, in particular but not exclusively of Jewish people living in NW London by helping them meet the extra costs so that they are able to eat kosher food and celebrate the Sabbath, religious festivals and other life-cycle events in accordance with orthodox Jewish religious law and practice.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of Orthodox Jewish faith and the relief of poverty, in particular but not exclusively of Jewish people living in NW London by helping them meet the extra costs so that they are able to eat kosher food and celebrate the Sabbath, religious festivals and other life-cycle events in accordance with orthodox Jewish religious law and practice.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 68% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £961,367 | £365,332 | £365,332 | £596,035 | £596,035 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Keren Shabbos
What does Keren Shabbos do?
The advancement of Orthodox Jewish faith and the relief of poverty, in particular but not exclusively of Jewish people living in NW London by helping them meet the extra costs so that they are able to eat kosher food and celebrate the Sabbath, religious festivals and other life-cycle events in accordance with orthodox Jewish religious law and practice.
How much income did Keren Shabbos report in 2024?
Keren Shabbos reported total income of £961k and reported expenditure of £365k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Keren Shabbos?
Keren Shabbos has a program ratio of 38.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Keren Shabbos registered as a charity?
Keren Shabbos was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 November 2023 as charity number 1205524. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs Keren Shabbos?
Keren Shabbos is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is JULIAN JUDAH SCHARFER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Keren Shabbos operate?
Keren Shabbos operates in Barnet, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Keren Shabbos a registered charity?
Yes — Keren Shabbos is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1205524.
Details
London
NW11 8TB
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- 14 May 2026
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