New Israel Fund
NEW ISRAEL FUND IS THE LEADING ORGANISATION STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY AND EQUALITY IN ISRAEL. NIF HELPS DEVELOP ISRAEL'S CIVIL SOCIETY ON ISSUES INCLUDING SHARED SOCIETY, SOCIAL JUSTICE, MINORITY RIGHTS AND HUMAN RIGHTS. THIS IS ACHIEVED THROUGH GRANT-MAKING, ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY-BUILDING, AND DELIVERING PROJECTS. IN THE UK WE RUN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES TO EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ON THESE ISSUES.
Activities & Mission
NEW ISRAEL FUND IS THE LEADING ORGANISATION STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY AND EQUALITY IN ISRAEL. NIF HELPS DEVELOP ISRAEL'S CIVIL SOCIETY ON ISSUES INCLUDING SHARED SOCIETY, SOCIAL JUSTICE, MINORITY RIGHTS AND HUMAN RIGHTS. THIS IS ACHIEVED THROUGH GRANT-MAKING, ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY-BUILDING, AND DELIVERING PROJECTS. IN THE UK WE RUN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES TO EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ON THESE ISSUES.
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 35% of UK Society charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 37% of UK Society charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £3,463,566 | £3,568,529 | £3,307,094 | £1,207,345 | £963,723 | 8 / 8 |
| 2023 | £4,087,780 | £4,054,809 | £3,826,478 | £1,312,308 | £504,321 | 7 / 10 |
| 2022 | £3,774,345 | £3,076,898 | £2,837,649 | £1,279,337 | £478,695 | 8 / 8 |
| 2021 | £2,486,168 | £2,828,870 | £2,628,443 | £581,889 | £419,156 | 7 / 7 |
| 2020 | £2,787,006 | £2,624,206 | £2,466,396 | £924,591 | £510,000 | 6 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about New Israel Fund
What does New Israel Fund do?
NEW ISRAEL FUND IS THE LEADING ORGANISATION STRENGTHENING DEMOCRACY AND EQUALITY IN ISRAEL. NIF HELPS DEVELOP ISRAEL'S CIVIL SOCIETY ON ISSUES INCLUDING SHARED SOCIETY, SOCIAL JUSTICE, MINORITY RIGHTS AND HUMAN RIGHTS. THIS IS ACHIEVED THROUGH GRANT-MAKING, ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY-BUILDING, AND DELIVERING PROJECTS. IN THE UK WE RUN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES TO EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ON THESE ISSUES.
How much income did New Israel Fund report in 2024?
New Israel Fund reported total income of £3.46m and reported expenditure of £3.57m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was New Israel Fund registered as a charity?
New Israel Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 1997 as charity number 1060081. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs New Israel Fund?
New Israel Fund is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Noeleen Cohen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does New Israel Fund operate?
New Israel Fund operates across 3 areas: Israel, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is New Israel Fund a registered charity?
Yes — New Israel Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1060081.
Details
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