South Manchester Synagogue
The objectives of the charity are to cater for the religious requirements generally of the Jewish inhabitants of Manchester and the surrounding districts and to provide the normal facilities of a Synagogue in accordance with orthodox Jewish tradition.
Activities & Mission
The objectives of the charity are to cater for the religious requirements generally of the Jewish inhabitants of Manchester and the surrounding districts and to provide the normal facilities of a Synagogue in accordance with orthodox Jewish tradition.
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 75% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 57% of UK Religion 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 | £544,020 | £540,279 | £540,279 | £4,616,522 | £4,591,392 | 4 / 96 |
| 2023 | £574,404 | £616,752 | £616,752 | £4,612,781 | £4,597,789 | 4 / 0 |
| 2022 | £479,023 | £529,260 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £509,824 | £508,224 | £508,224 | £4,203,813 | £4,191,296 | 5 / 0 |
| 2020 | £588,892 | £556,983 | £556,983 | £4,199,457 | £4,189,634 | 6 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about South Manchester Synagogue
What does South Manchester Synagogue do?
The objectives of the charity are to cater for the religious requirements generally of the Jewish inhabitants of Manchester and the surrounding districts and to provide the normal facilities of a Synagogue in accordance with orthodox Jewish tradition.
How much income did South Manchester Synagogue report in 2024?
South Manchester Synagogue reported total income of £544k and reported expenditure of £540k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is South Manchester Synagogue?
South Manchester Synagogue has a program ratio of 99.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 75% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was South Manchester Synagogue registered as a charity?
South Manchester Synagogue was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 June 2008 as charity number 1124507. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs South Manchester Synagogue?
South Manchester Synagogue is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does South Manchester Synagogue operate?
South Manchester Synagogue operates in Manchester City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is South Manchester Synagogue a registered charity?
Yes — South Manchester Synagogue is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1124507.
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ALTRINCHAM
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