The Halpern Charitable Foundation
Working and stimulating social inclusion through education, community development, health and wellbeing, regeneration and the Arts to assist those with mental or physical health issues, the vulnerable, socially isolated and artists in addition to the wider community in Medway and Kent to enhance the quality of people's lives. Ensuring the preservation of Chatham Memorial Synagogue.
Activities & Mission
Working and stimulating social inclusion through education, community development, health and wellbeing, regeneration and the Arts to assist those with mental or physical health issues, the vulnerable, socially isolated and artists in addition to the wider community in Medway and Kent to enhance the quality of people's lives. Ensuring the preservation of Chatham Memorial Synagogue.
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 97% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 53% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 50% of UK Economic and community development 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £515,670 | £660,343 | £655,155 | £4,476,306 | £401,250 | 13 / 20 |
| 2024 | £531,519 | £617,056 | £608,794 | £4,632,861 | £400,000 | 12 / 20 |
| 2023 | £402,360 | £538,675 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £401,275 | £504,077 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £283,065 | £459,837 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Halpern Charitable Foundation
What does The Halpern Charitable Foundation do?
Working and stimulating social inclusion through education, community development, health and wellbeing, regeneration and the Arts to assist those with mental or physical health issues, the vulnerable, socially isolated and artists in addition to the wider community in Medway and Kent to enhance the quality of people's lives. Ensuring the preservation of Chatham Memorial Synagogue.
How much income did The Halpern Charitable Foundation report in 2025?
The Halpern Charitable Foundation reported total income of £516k and reported expenditure of £660k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Halpern Charitable Foundation?
The Halpern Charitable Foundation has a program ratio of 173.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Halpern Charitable Foundation registered as a charity?
The Halpern Charitable Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 March 2003 as charity number 1096478. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs The Halpern Charitable Foundation?
The Halpern Charitable Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER MARTIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Halpern Charitable Foundation operate?
The Halpern Charitable Foundation operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Halpern Charitable Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Halpern Charitable Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096478.
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