The Hanoon Foundation
Also known as: Al Quds Foundation for Medical Schools in Palestine, Foundation for Al-Quds University Medical School, Al-Quds Foundation for Medical Schools in Palestine, F Q M S, Fqms
The Hanoon Foundation, previously known as FQMS, raises funds and organises support for many aspects of medical education in the different medical schools in Palestine
Activities & Mission
The Hanoon Foundation, previously known as FQMS, raises funds and organises support for many aspects of medical education in the different medical schools in Palestine
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 14% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 15% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 12% of UK Education 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £780,551 | £440,090 | £366,451 | £957,436 | £615,568 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £339,308 | £387,124 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £250,962 | £251,648 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £474,895 | £327,696 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £417,615 | £336,976 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Hanoon Foundation
What does The Hanoon Foundation do?
The Hanoon Foundation, previously known as FQMS, raises funds and organises support for many aspects of medical education in the different medical schools in Palestine
How much income did The Hanoon Foundation report in 2024?
The Hanoon Foundation reported total income of £781k and reported expenditure of £440k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Hanoon Foundation?
The Hanoon Foundation has a program ratio of 46.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 14% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Hanoon Foundation registered as a charity?
The Hanoon Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 August 1997 as charity number 1063835. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs The Hanoon Foundation?
The Hanoon Foundation is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is DR AHMED MASSOUD MD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hanoon Foundation operate?
The Hanoon Foundation operates across 4 areas: Occupied Palestinian Territories, Somerset, Southampton City and London.
Is The Hanoon Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Hanoon Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1063835.
Details
London
EC2A 4NE
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesOther notable Education charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Al Quds Foundation for Medical Schools in Palestine
- Foundation for Al-Quds University Medical School
- Al-Quds Foundation for Medical Schools in Palestine
- F Q M S
- Fqms
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated