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Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift)

The promotion of normative Judaism through direct help for individual charities which are well established both in Israel and in Europe and the USA for Jews in need and in so doing, to help them develop both their faith and wellbeing.

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Activities & Mission

The promotion of normative Judaism through direct help for individual charities which are well established both in Israel and in Europe and the USA for Jews in need and in so doing, to help them develop both their faith and wellbeing.

Grants

Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£534,745
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, religious activities, arts, culture, heritage, or science, the environment, conservation, or heritage and economic or community development and employment

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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

Region

Financial Information

Latest Income
£145,857
Latest Expenditure
£534,745

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 366.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

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

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£145,857
£534,7450 / 0
2024
£156,610
£447,0200 / 0
2023
£113,426
£433,9190 / 0
2022
£152,599
£557,2910 / 0
2021
£110,208
£468,2760 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift)

What does Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) do?

The promotion of normative Judaism through direct help for individual charities which are well established both in Israel and in Europe and the USA for Jews in need and in so doing, to help them develop both their faith and wellbeing.

How much income did Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) report in 2025?

Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) reported total income of £146k and reported expenditure of £535k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) registered as a charity?

Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 April 1998 as charity number 1069246. It has been registered for 28 years.

Who runs Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift)?

Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) operate?

Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) operates across 2 areas: Israel and England.

Is Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) a registered charity?

Yes — Shoresh Charitable Trust (dr Ruth Borchard Gift) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1069246.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
22 April 1998
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3949319
Charity Number
1069246

Trustees

David Simon Myerson
Also governs 2 other charities
RABBI MARK GOLDSMITH
Rachel Borchard Lewis

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Register data refreshed
13 October 2026
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