Leicester Hebrew Congregation
By maintaining an Orthodox Jewish Community & Synagogue in Leicester we will: Create programmes of Jewish learning;Develop social/cultural activities for members/the wider Jewish community of Leicestershire; Provide plots & burial rites following the Orthodox Jewish tradition;Contribute to welfare and charitable purposes in connection with the Jewish religion;Promote religious harmony
Activities & Mission
By maintaining an Orthodox Jewish Community & Synagogue in Leicester we will: Create programmes of Jewish learning;Develop social/cultural activities for members/the wider Jewish community of Leicestershire; Provide plots & burial rites following the Orthodox Jewish tradition;Contribute to welfare and charitable purposes in connection with the Jewish religion;Promote religious harmony
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 65% of UK Religion charities with income £10K to £100K (sample: 120). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Religion charities with income £10K to £100K. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Religion charities with income £10K to £100K. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £92,856 | £302,102 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £102,947 | £319,405 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £233,604 | £365,651 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2022 | £641,654 | £351,279 | £335,984 | £3,248,086 | £177,923 | 9 / 8 |
| 2021 | £1,190,494 | £265,311 | £265,311 | £2,930,961 | £192,328 | 8 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Leicester Hebrew Congregation
What does Leicester Hebrew Congregation do?
By maintaining an Orthodox Jewish Community & Synagogue in Leicester we will: Create programmes of Jewish learning;Develop social/cultural activities for members/the wider Jewish community of Leicestershire; Provide plots & burial rites following the Orthodox Jewish tradition;Contribute to welfare and charitable purposes in connection with the Jewish religion;Promote religious harmony
How much income did Leicester Hebrew Congregation report in 2025?
Leicester Hebrew Congregation reported total income of £93k and reported expenditure of £302k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Leicester Hebrew Congregation?
Leicester Hebrew Congregation has a program ratio of 52.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 65% of UK Religion charities with income £10K to £100K (sample of 120 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Leicester Hebrew Congregation registered as a charity?
Leicester Hebrew Congregation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 August 2018 as charity number 1179457. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Leicester Hebrew Congregation?
Leicester Hebrew Congregation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANTHONY DAVID JACOBS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Leicester Hebrew Congregation operate?
Leicester Hebrew Congregation operates across 7 areas, including Derbyshire, Leicester City, Leicestershire and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Leicester Hebrew Congregation a registered charity?
Yes — Leicester Hebrew Congregation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179457.
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Highfield Street
Leicester
LE2 1AD
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