Zainabiya Welfare Foundation
Also known as: Zwf. in Internal Communications IT May Be Called 'Zainabiya Reading', 'Zainabiya Community of Reading' or 'Zainabiya'.
TO ADVANCE THE RELIGION OF ISLAM, BY MEANS OF PROMOTING THE TEACHINGS AND TENETS OF ISLAM, PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR WORSHIP AND RELIGIOUS CEREMONIES AND PROVISION OF SERVICES FOR ISLAMIC EDUCATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEACHINGS OF THE SHIA ITHNA-ASHRI DOCTRINE;(II) TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AMONG THE POOR, THE UNDERPRIVILEGED, VICTIMS OF NATURAL AND MAN-MADE DISASTERS AND PEOPLE IN NEED
Activities & Mission
TO ADVANCE THE RELIGION OF ISLAM, BY MEANS OF PROMOTING THE TEACHINGS AND TENETS OF ISLAM, PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR WORSHIP AND RELIGIOUS CEREMONIES AND PROVISION OF SERVICES FOR ISLAMIC EDUCATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEACHINGS OF THE SHIA ITHNA-ASHRI DOCTRINE;(II) TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AMONG THE POOR, THE UNDERPRIVILEGED, VICTIMS OF NATURAL AND MAN-MADE DISASTERS AND PEOPLE IN NEED
Areas of Operation
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £75,624 | £67,053 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2024 | £70,870 | £57,132 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £56,233 | £60,841 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2022 | £41,569 | £37,427 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £45,912 | £49,162 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about Zainabiya Welfare Foundation
What does Zainabiya Welfare Foundation do?
TO ADVANCE THE RELIGION OF ISLAM, BY MEANS OF PROMOTING THE TEACHINGS AND TENETS OF ISLAM, PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR WORSHIP AND RELIGIOUS CEREMONIES AND PROVISION OF SERVICES FOR ISLAMIC EDUCATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TEACHINGS OF THE SHIA ITHNA-ASHRI DOCTRINE;(II) TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AMONG THE POOR, THE UNDERPRIVILEGED, VICTIMS OF NATURAL AND MAN-MADE DISASTERS AND PEOPLE IN NEED
How much income did Zainabiya Welfare Foundation report in 2025?
Zainabiya Welfare Foundation reported total income of £76k and reported expenditure of £67k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Zainabiya Welfare Foundation registered as a charity?
Zainabiya Welfare Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 September 2013 as charity number 1153961. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Zainabiya Welfare Foundation?
Zainabiya Welfare Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Zainabiya Welfare Foundation operate?
Zainabiya Welfare Foundation operates in Reading, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Zainabiya Welfare Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Zainabiya Welfare Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153961.
Details
Tilehurst
READING
RG31 5AL
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Also Known As
- Zwf. in Internal Communications IT May Be Called 'Zainabiya Reading', 'Zainabiya Community of Reading' or 'Zainabiya'.
Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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