The Max Barney Foundation
Also known as: The Phil&prop Foundation
Relief of unemployment through vocational training and job creation. Beneficiaries are unemployed who may be disadvantaged or marginalised. Support will be available to all, but will focus on the Jewish community via grants and investment in charities, social enterprises, businesses or any other projects. The Trustees of the Foundation may consider other applications for smaller grants.
Activities & Mission
Relief of unemployment through vocational training and job creation. Beneficiaries are unemployed who may be disadvantaged or marginalised. Support will be available to all, but will focus on the Jewish community via grants and investment in charities, social enterprises, businesses or any other projects. The Trustees of the Foundation may consider other applications for smaller grants.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 99% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 50% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% 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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £834,506 | £2,214,909 | £2,185,454 | £2,096,486 | £2,096,486 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,664,486 | £2,399,591 | £2,365,115 | £3,476,889 | £3,476,889 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,025,821 | £1,670,821 | £1,623,794 | £4,211,994 | £4,211,994 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,546,845 | £1,369,720 | £1,369,720 | £1,856,994 | £1,856,994 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,024,255 | £1,236,531 | £1,236,531 | £706,369 | £706,369 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Max Barney Foundation
What does The Max Barney Foundation do?
Relief of unemployment through vocational training and job creation. Beneficiaries are unemployed who may be disadvantaged or marginalised. Support will be available to all, but will focus on the Jewish community via grants and investment in charities, social enterprises, businesses or any other projects. The Trustees of the Foundation may consider other applications for smaller grants.
How much income did The Max Barney Foundation report in 2025?
The Max Barney Foundation reported total income of £835k and reported expenditure of £2.21m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Max Barney Foundation?
The Max Barney Foundation has a program ratio of 261.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% 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 Max Barney Foundation registered as a charity?
The Max Barney Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 November 2015 as charity number 1164583. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs The Max Barney Foundation?
The Max Barney Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALEXANDER BARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Max Barney Foundation operate?
The Max Barney Foundation operates across 2 areas: Israel and England And Wales.
Is The Max Barney Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Max Barney Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164583.
Details
168 Shoreditch High Street
London
E1 6HU
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Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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