The Sobell Foundation
The Sobell Foundation is a grant-making trust. Funding is generally restricted to charities working in the following fields: medical care and treatment; care and education for physically and mentally disabled people; homelessness; and care and support for the elderly and children from disadvantaged backgrounds. In Israel only the Trustees support coexistence and immigrant absorption projects.
Activities & Mission
The Sobell Foundation is a grant-making trust. Funding is generally restricted to charities working in the following fields: medical care and treatment; care and education for physically and mentally disabled people; homelessness; and care and support for the elderly and children from disadvantaged backgrounds. In Israel only the Trustees support coexistence and immigrant absorption projects.
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 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £1,184,037 | £2,286,011 | £2,030,836 | £59,206,069 | £59,206,069 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,214,034 | £2,342,207 | £2,108,152 | £58,927,107 | £58,927,107 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £941,203 | £3,890,139 | £3,644,716 | £57,979,332 | £57,979,332 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £698,792 | £4,026,645 | £3,760,505 | £64,162,810 | £64,162,810 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,888,872 | £1,938,549 | £1,676,460 | £63,493,304 | £63,493,304 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Sobell Foundation
What does The Sobell Foundation do?
The Sobell Foundation is a grant-making trust. Funding is generally restricted to charities working in the following fields: medical care and treatment; care and education for physically and mentally disabled people; homelessness; and care and support for the elderly and children from disadvantaged backgrounds. In Israel only the Trustees support coexistence and immigrant absorption projects.
How much income did The Sobell Foundation report in 2025?
The Sobell Foundation reported total income of £1.18m and reported expenditure of £2.29m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Sobell Foundation?
The Sobell Foundation has a program ratio of 171.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Sobell Foundation registered as a charity?
The Sobell Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 October 1977 as charity number 274369. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs The Sobell Foundation?
The Sobell Foundation is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sobell Foundation operate?
The Sobell Foundation operates across 2 areas: Israel and England And Wales.
Is The Sobell Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Sobell Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274369.
Details
PO Box 80420
London
N3 9HX
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