Limmud

Limmud is a unique model of cross-communal, grass-roots, volunteer-driven Jewish learning and leadership development. Volunteers and participants come to our educational events from all walks of life, age-range and connection to the Jewish community. We aim to enable each person to go "one step further on their own Jewish journey" and make their contribution to the community.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Scotland

Region

England

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,081,524

Latest Expenditure

£1,119,114

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 92.8%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 89.7%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 1.6%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £388,630

Charitable Activities £685,688

Other Trading £493

Investments £6,713

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,003,684

Raising Funds £18,383

Governance £0

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £97,047

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

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
2025	£1,081,524	£1,119,114	£1,003,684	£227,052	£227,000	5 / 395
2024	£994,896	£995,078	£981,143	£264,642	£264,642	5 / 250
2023	£925,052	£920,982	£920,364	£264,824	£264,824	5 / 250
2022	£325,435	£345,282				0 / 250
2021	£443,176	£310,501				0 / 250

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Limmud

What does Limmud do?

How much income did Limmud report in 2025?

Limmud reported total income of £1.08m and reported expenditure of £1.12m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Limmud registered as a charity?

Limmud was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 November 2000 as charity number 1083414. It has been registered for 26 years.

Who runs Limmud?

Limmud is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Benjamin Marc Ellis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Limmud operate?

Limmud operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England.

Is Limmud a registered charity?

Yes — Limmud is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1083414.