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REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 09031058 (England and Wales)

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1164798














Report of the Trustees and

Unaudited Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2025

for


Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025












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Report of the Trustees  

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Independent Examiner's Report  

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Statement of Financial Activities  

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Balance Sheet  

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Cash Flow Statement  

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Notes to the Cash Flow Statement  

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Notes to the Financial Statements  

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Whitefield Hebrew Congregation (Registered number: 09031058)



Report of the Trustees

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025




The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2025. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).


This report and financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Annual Report published by Whitefield Hebrew Congregation.


OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

Objectives and aims

Whitefield Hebrew Congregation is a company limited by guarantee in accordance with the latest regulations.

Our company's aims and objectives are formally stated to be as follows:-
To promote the Jewish religion in accordance with the customs, ceremonies and traditions of orthodox judaism by:
(A) Providing and maintaining in Whitefield a place of worship, religious services and education for the benefit of the orthodox community in Whitefield.
(B) Providing burial facilities in accordance with the requirements of orthodox Judaism.
(C) Promoting pastoral and cultural support and social and recreational activities.

This is achieved by the operation of a synagogue and social events at the Congregation's premises, together with support for other Jewish and non- Jewish charities in accordance with Jewish law. The trustees confirm that they have referred to the guidance contained in the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit and, in particular, the specific guidance on charities for the advancement of religion, when reviewing the Congregation's aims and objectives and in planning future activities



Whitefield Hebrew Congregation (Registered number: 09031058)



Report of the Trustees

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE

Charitable activities

The charity continues to meet its objectives, with membership remaining stable throughout the year. Events and services have continued to expand, and our charitable and religious programmes now offer an ever-growing range of opportunities for the whole community.

We have seen particular growth in both our educational and social events for adults. At our core, we remain committed to modern orthodox Judaism, Israel, education, social activities, and caring for our members.

We continue to connect with hundreds of people through our wide variety of programmes.
Through initiatives such as Kesher Connect, we continue to offer vital support to members, arranging meals, shopping, medical appointments, phone calls, and home visits. We distribute charitable funds to needy causes both locally, nationally, and internationally.

We also support members who have lost a loved one by arranging funerals and organising prayer services in the homes of mourners. In addition, we welcome visits from the wider community, particularly schools. hosted by our dedicated volunteers.

Our community continues to be inspired and led by Rabbi Ephraim, Rebbetzen Malki, and our Community Director, Mychiel Balshine, whose energy and dedication strengthen us all. We are equally grateful to the countless volunteers who give so much of their time in both official and unofficial roles. Without them, none
of our achievements would be possible.

We are fortunate to have a strong professional team. Hayley Showman in her role as General Manager, and Saul & Chani Bishop continue to make a hugely positive impact as Youth Directors.
Our office team-Francine Levy and Andrea Sayers-together with our caretakers Dougie, Alison, and Chris keep everything running smoothly.
We remain appreciative of the Gefen and Cohen families, whose contributions to our daily life are invaluable.

The focus of our annual Kol Nidrei appeal was education provision this year and we were overwhelmed by the generosity of our members, and the fact we were able to secure a family to match-fund made this extra special. This will allow us to invest further in this most important aspect of community life.
I extend my thanks to my Executive colleagues and Board members, who volunteer their time and expertise with dedication and talent, guiding the development of our growing community.

Special recognition must also go to our security team and volunteer rota, which unfortunately continues to grow as required and to Jan Levinson, our Honorary Solicitor, and to Richard Zoltie, our Independent
Examiner, for their invaluable work.

The building upgrade and refurbishment programme is still one of our main focusses, with a view to providing facilities which meet the needs of our community.

Our focus remains on providing outstanding services to all our members and ensuring that those in need receive support.

To all who have suffered a bereavement this past year, we wish you arichus yomim-a "long life". And to all who have celebrated a simcha, we extend a heartfelt mazeltov.

May the year ahead bring good health, strength, and blessings to us all.



Whitefield Hebrew Congregation (Registered number: 09031058)



Report of the Trustees

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial review

Financial performance and position
The charity reported total income of £740,002 for the year ended 31 December 2025, compared with £640,555 in 2024. Total expenditure was £693,990, compared with £658,307 in the previous year. This resulted in net income, and a corresponding increase in total funds, of £46,012, compared with net expenditure of £37,752 in 2024. Total funds at 31 December 2025 were £2,320,758, comprising unrestricted funds of £1,170,916 and restricted funds of £1,149,842.
The increase in income was principally attributable to higher donations and legacies, which rose from £567,815 to £636,903. Members' subscriptions increased from £393,713 to £404,195, while income from Burial Board entry fees increased from £26,149 to £49,067. Income for community enrichment activities was £38,306, compared with £8,712 in the previous year. The charity also received insurance proceeds of £26,405 during the year. Other trading activities, which are all primary purpose, generated income of £64,643, compared with £61,695 in 2024, and investment income increased to £12,051 from £11,045, although £2,000 of this is a charge to the unrestricted fund from the Burial Board as an interest charge.

Expenditure on charitable activities increased from £629,055 to £693,990. Staff costs increased from £285,329 to £306,095, while repairs and maintenance expenditure increased from £46,185 to £63,252. Security costs also increased from £13,122 to £21,715. Expenditure of £28,688 was incurred in respect of WHC Property costs. These increases were partly offset by lower funeral and foundation costs and the absence of the exceptional legal fees of £29,252 incurred in 2024.
The unrestricted General Fund recorded net expenditure of £6,549 before transfers and closed at £1,170,916. Restricted funds generated net income of £52,561 and, after net transfers into restricted funds of £4,772, closed at £1,149,842. The Burial Board generated a surplus of £44,929 and closed the year with funds of £1,112,830. A new Education Fund, as a result of the Yom Kippur appeal towards the end of the year received income of £38,306, incurred expenditure of £1,400 and closed with a balance of £36,906.

At 31 December 2025, the charity had net current assets of £1,248,787, compared with £1,199,581 at 31 December 2024. Cash at bank and in hand increased from £760,433 to £835,827, while creditors falling due within one year increased from £54,272 to £81,405. The trustees therefore consider that the charity remains in a sound overall financial position, while recognising the continuing need to manage increasing employment, property, security and other operating costs.

Principal funding sources

The charity's principal sources of funding continue to be members' subscriptions, donations, Gift Aid and other contributions from members and supporters. These funds support the operation of the synagogue and the provision of religious, educational, pastoral, social, youth, burial and community activities. The trustees remain grateful to members and supporters for their continuing financial commitment to the Congregation.

Reserves policy

The trustees recognise the importance of maintaining an appropriate level of unrestricted reserves to support the charity's continuing activities, meet short-term financial obligations and provide protection against unforeseen expenditure or reductions in income.
At 31 December 2025, the charity held total funds of £2,320,758, of which £1,149,842 comprised restricted funds that are not available for the charity's general purposes. Unrestricted funds were £1,170,916. Of the charity's unrestricted funds, £677,446 was represented by unrestricted fixed assets and investments. On this basis, the charity's free reserves were approximately £493,470 at the year end.

The General Fund also includes the effect of amounts due to the Burial Board restricted fund, which stood at £280k at the year end having reduced by just over £10k from the previous year. The trustees will continue to monitor the level, liquidity and composition of unrestricted

FUTURE PLANS

Our purpose to promote Jewish religion remains unchanged. We believe that our services must adapt and change in line with the needs of the community.

In this ever-changing world, we want to provide for all our communal needs by turning the building in to a community hub, accessible to all people of all ages. A place where everyone will feel valued, welcomed and respected, a centre that is fit for purpose for the next twenty to thirty years. We have a committee who are tasked with undertaking a comprehensive assessment of the existing building and propose options of how the building can be developed to suit our longer-term needs. We anticipate that fundraising for the building work will commence in the very near future as it will be required prior to the commencement of the first phase of the project.

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.



Whitefield Hebrew Congregation (Registered number: 09031058)



Report of the Trustees

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Organisational structure

The Board of trustees, who are also Directors of the company administers the charity. The Board meets every 2 months, and there are sub-committees covering social, education, Kesher Connect, religion, financial and building matters.

Risk management

The Trustees have a duty to identify and review the risks to which the Charity is exposed and to ensure appropriate controls are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error.

The Directors have a risk management strategy which comprises:
- A review of the principal risks and uncertainties that the charity faces
- The establishment of policies, systems and procedures to mitigate those risks identified in the review; and
- The implementation of procedures designed to minimise or manage any potential impact on the charity should those risks materialise.

In the current financial climate, the charity has identified the following financial risks:
- Economic uncertainty brought about by the cost of living crisis, and the associated loss of income from reduced membership fees
- The spiralling costs of running the synagogue building
- The deterioration of the fabric of the synagogue building
- Pressure placed on voluntary charitable contributions
- The long term decline in young families joining synagogues, and hence the potential reduction in members.

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

Registered Company number

09031058 (England and Wales)


Registered Charity number

1164798


Registered office

Park Lane

Whitefield

Manchester

M45 7PB


Trustees

E Horwich

M Jayson (appointed 1/5/2025)

T S Leigh

M E Leinhardt

Dr F Maynard

Mrs J Berger

S Levine (resigned 1/5/2026)

S D Phillips

R C Miller

G A Levine

Mrs M L Calmonson

Mrs D Journo (resigned 1/5/2026)

D A Pinkus

R Bradstock

N J Weinstein (appointed 6/5/2026)

R I Cohen (appointed 7/5/2026)


Independent Examiner

R Zoltie & Co

84 Park Lane

Whitefield

Manchester

M45 7PL




Whitefield Hebrew Congregation (Registered number: 09031058)



Report of the Trustees

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



This report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions of Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.


Approved by order of the board of trustees on 13 October 2026 and signed on its behalf by:






D A Pinkus - Trustee


Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of

Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Whitefield Hebrew Congregation ('the Company')

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for the year ended 31 December 2025.


Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act').


Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of your charity's accounts as carried out under Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act'). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act.


Independent examiner's statement

Since your charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a listed body. I can confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, which is one of the listed bodies.


I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe:


1.

accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by Section 386 of the 2006 Act; or

2.

the accounts do not accord with those records; or

3.

the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or

4.

the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities (applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)).


I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.









Richard Zoltie CA

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland


R Zoltie & Co

84 Park Lane

Whitefield

Manchester

M45 7PL


13 October 2026



Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Statement of Financial Activities

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



2025


2024


Unrestricted


Restricted


Total


Total


funds


funds


funds


funds


Notes

£   

£   

£   

£   


INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM

Donations and legacies

2

479,021


157,882


636,903


567,815



Other trading activities

3

62,283


2,360


64,643


61,695


Investment income

4

4,991


7,060


12,051


11,045


Other income

26,405


-


26,405


-


Total

572,700


167,302


740,002


640,555



EXPENDITURE ON

Charitable activities

5

Charitable activities

579,249


114,741


693,990


629,055



Other

8

-


-


-


29,252


Total

579,249


114,741


693,990


658,307



Net gains/(losses) on investments

-


-


-


(20,000

)


NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)

(6,549

)

52,561


46,012


(37,752

)

Transfers between funds

19

(4,666

)

4,666


-


-


Net movement in funds

(11,215

)

57,227


46,012


(37,752

)


RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS

Total funds brought forward

1,182,237


1,092,509


2,274,746


2,312,498



TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD

1,171,022


1,149,736


2,320,758


2,274,746




Whitefield Hebrew Congregation (Registered number: 09031058)



Balance Sheet

31 December 2025



2025


2024


Notes

£   

£   


FIXED ASSETS


Tangible assets

13

1,071,970


1,075,164


Investments

14

1


1


1,071,971


1,075,165



CURRENT ASSETS


Debtors

15

486,022


485,457


Prepayments and accrued income

8,343


7,963


Cash at bank and in hand

835,827


760,433


1,330,192


1,253,853



CREDITORS


Amounts falling due within one year

16

(81,405

)

(54,272

)


NET CURRENT ASSETS

1,248,787


1,199,581



TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES

2,320,758


2,274,746



CREDITORS


Amounts falling due after more than one year

-


-



NET ASSETS

2,320,758


2,274,746


FUNDS

19

Unrestricted funds:


General fund

1,171,022


1,182,237


Restricted funds:


Burial Board

1,112,830


1,067,901



Eruv Fund

-


(6,553

)


Building Levy

-


29,380



Mikva refurbishment

-


1,781



Education Fund

36,906


-


1,149,736


1,092,509


TOTAL FUNDS

2,320,758


2,274,746



The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 December 2025.


The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.


The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for
(a)ensuring that the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386 and 387 of the Companies Act 2006 and
(b)preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company as at the end of each financial year and of its surplus or deficit for each financial year in accordance with the requirements of Sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the charitable company.



Whitefield Hebrew Congregation (Registered number: 09031058)



Balance Sheet - continued

31 December 2025


These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with and delivered in accordance with the special provisions applicable to small charitable companies subject to the small companies regime.



The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 13 October 2026 and were signed on its behalf by:






D A Pinkus - Trustee






M Jayson - Trustee



Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Cash Flow Statement

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



2025


2024


Notes

£   

£   



Cash flows from operating activities

Cash generated from operations

1

86,224


(6,449

)


Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities

86,224


(6,449

)



Cash flows from investing activities

Purchase of tangible fixed assets

(3,766

)

(469

)


Sale of investment property

-


160,000



Loan to subsidiary undertaking

(7,064

)

(33,835

)


Net cash (used in)/provided by investing activities

(10,830

)

125,696




Change in cash and cash equivalents in

the reporting period

75,394


119,247



Cash and cash equivalents at the

beginning of the reporting period

760,433


641,186



Cash and cash equivalents at the end of

the reporting period

835,827


760,433





Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Cash Flow Statement

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



1.

RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) TO NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES



2025


2024

£   

£   



Net income/(expenditure) for the reporting period (as per the Statement

of Financial Activities)

46,012


(37,752

)



Adjustments for:


Depreciation charges

6,960


7,501




Losses on investments

-


20,000




Decrease in debtors

6,119


7,371




Increase/(decrease) in creditors

27,133


(3,569

)



Net cash provided by/(used in) operations

86,224


(6,449

)




2.

ANALYSIS OF CHANGES IN NET FUNDS



At 1.1.25

Cash flow

At 31.12.25

£   

£   

£   



Net cash



Cash at bank and in hand

760,433


75,394


835,827



760,433


75,394


835,827




Total

760,433


75,394


835,827





Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



1.

ACCOUNTING POLICIES



Basis of preparing the financial statements


The financial statements of the charitable company, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, with the exception of investments which are included at market value, as modified by the revaluation of certain assets.



Preparation of consolidated financial statements


The financial statements contain information about Whitefield Hebrew Congregation as an individual company and do not contain consolidated financial information as the parent of a group. The charity is exempt under Section 399(2A) of the Companies Act 2006 from the requirements to prepare consolidated financial statements.



Income


All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.



Expenditure


Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.



Tangible fixed assets

Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.



Freehold property

-

not provided


Burial Grounds & Ohel

-

not provided


Fixtures and fittings

-

10% on reducing balance



Investment property

Investment property is shown at most recent valuation. Any aggregate surplus or deficit arising from changes in fair value is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities.


Taxation

The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.


Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

Building Levy
This represents funds specifically levied on the membership to carry out major capital/repair projects.

Burial Board
This represents funds raised for the provision of funeral and associated services on the death of a member of the Burial Board.

Eruv Fund
This represents funds raised for the provision of an Eruv which is a ritual enclosure that traditionally observant Jewish communities construct in their neighbourhoods as a way to permit the transference of objects from one area to another.

Mikva Refurbishment Fund
This represents funds raised to refurbish the Mikva, which is a ritual bath.



Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



1.

ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued



Hire purchase and leasing commitments

Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities on a straight line basis over the period of the lease.


Pension costs and other post-retirement benefits


The charitable company operates a defined contribution pension scheme.  Contributions payable to the charitable company's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate.


2.

DONATIONS AND LEGACIES


2025


2024

£   

£   



Members' subscriptions

404,195


393,713




Offerings and donations

42,746


44,735




Gift aid

85,580


82,051




Reserved graves

1,050


1,650




Permit & foundation fees

14,344


5,838




Other income

1,615


4,750




Entry fees

49,067


26,149




Legacies

-


217




YKA - Community enrichment

38,306


8,712



636,903


567,815




3.

OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES


2025


2024

£   

£   



Hall hire etc

4,383


5,719




Kiddushim etc

18,133


19,625




Yahrzeit plaques

1,100


2,000




Mikva

18,412


7,105




EL Ohel

2,360


3,500




Shul events

20,255


23,746



64,643


61,695




4.

INVESTMENT INCOME


2025


2024

£   

£   



Bank interest

10,051


9,045




Compensation for lost interest

2,000


2,000



12,051


11,045




5.

CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS


Direct

Support



Costs (see

costs (see



note 6)

note 7)

Totals

£   

£   

£   



Charitable activities

690,850


3,140


693,990






Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



6.

DIRECT COSTS OF CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES


2025


2024

£   

£   



Staff costs

306,095


285,329




Hire of plant and machinery

995


1,541




Rates and water

3,726


2,770




Insurance

12,647


10,505




Electricity and gas

6,623


8,104




Telephone & IT expenses

5,601


5,221




Printing, post and stationery

1,646


1,743




Advertising & PPS

110


-




Cleaning and laundry

15,548


15,087




Repairs and maintenance

63,252


46,185




Affiliation fees and levies

5,888


6,986




Festivals, Kiddush & Events

66,700


65,328




Religious expenses

10,173


8,474




Presentations

-


225




YW, youth and teen expenses

2,707


5,770




Mikva expenses

10,099


8,790




WJYC expenses

5,787


3,901




Funeral expenses & foundations

47,759


57,745




General expenses & travelling

1,952


1,696




Miscellaneous expenses

13,673


9,206




Bank & credit card charges

7,505


6,595




Employee benefits

4,676


6,590




Barmitzvah/Batmitzvah expenses

4,332


6,614




Security

21,715


13,122




Professional fees

15,535


18,799




Children's services expenses

2,516


3,122




Computer running costs

607


277




General food expenses

5,620


5,550




Newsletter

2,600


2,750




Plaque expenses

119


255




Charitable donations

2,000


4,987




Premises expenses

-


238




Youth work expenditure

4,370


2,259




Leadership course expenses

318


528




Subscriptions

1,290


1,628




Training courses

72


-




Books and Seforim expenditure

946


350




WHC Property costs

28,688


-




Depreciation

6,960


7,501



690,850


625,771




7.

SUPPORT COSTS


Governance


costs

£   



Charitable activities

3,140





Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



7.

SUPPORT COSTS - continued



Support costs, included in the above, are as follows:




Governance costs



2025


2024


Charitable


Total


activities


activities

£   

£   



Accountancy and legal fees

1,080


960




Independent Examiner

1,400


1,400




Legal fees

660


924



3,140


3,284




8.

OTHER


2025


2024

£   

£   



Exceptional legal fees

-


29,252




Support costs

3,140


3,284



3,140


32,536





Exceptional legal costs


9.

NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)



Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting):




2025


2024

£   

£   



Depreciation - owned assets

6,960


7,501




Hire of plant and machinery

995


1,541




10.

TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS


There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 December 2025 nor for the year ended 31 December 2024.



Trustees' expenses


There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 December 2025 nor for the year ended 31 December 2024.


11.

STAFF COSTS


2025


2024

£   

£   



Wages and salaries

281,793


263,367




Social security costs

19,417


17,251




Other pension costs

4,885


4,711



306,095


285,329





Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



11.

STAFF COSTS - continued



The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:



2025


2024


Charitable activities

5


5




Administration

3


3




Caretakers

3


3



11


11





The number of employees whose employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) exceeded £60,000 was:



2025


2024


£60,001 - £70,000

1


-




12.

COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES


Unrestricted


Restricted


Total


funds


funds


funds

£   

£   

£   



INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM


Donations and legacies

468,830


98,985


567,815




Other trading activities

58,195


3,500


61,695



Investment income

3,697


7,348


11,045



Total

530,722


109,833


640,555




EXPENDITURE ON


Charitable activities


Charitable activities

535,609


93,446


629,055




Other

29,252


-


29,252



Total

564,861


93,446


658,307




Net gains/(losses) on investments

(20,000

)

-


(20,000

)



NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)

(54,139

)

16,387


(37,752

)




RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS


Total funds brought forward

1,236,376


1,076,122


2,312,498




TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD

1,182,237


1,092,509


2,274,746





Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



13.

TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS


Burial


Fixtures



Freehold


Grounds &


and



property


Ohel


fittings


Totals

£   

£   

£   

£   



COST


At 1 January 2025

631,146


376,279


390,270


1,397,695




Additions

-


-


3,766


3,766




At 31 December 2025

631,146


376,279


394,036


1,401,461




DEPRECIATION


At 1 January 2025

-


-


322,531


322,531




Charge for year

-


-


6,960


6,960




At 31 December 2025

-


-


329,491


329,491




NET BOOK VALUE


At 31 December 2025

631,146


376,279


64,545


1,071,970




At 31 December 2024

631,146


376,279


67,739


1,075,164




14.

FIXED ASSET INVESTMENTS


Shares in


group


undertakings

£   



MARKET VALUE


At 1 January 2025 and 31 December 2025

1




NET BOOK VALUE


At 31 December 2025

1




At 31 December 2024

1





There were no investment assets outside the UK.


15.

DEBTORS

2025

2024


£   

£   



Amounts falling due within one year:



Trade debtors

73,562


79,848




Other debtors

10,994


11,207



84,556


91,055




Amounts falling due after more than one year:



Amounts owed by group undertakings

401,466


394,402





Aggregate amounts

486,022


485,457






Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



16.

CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR

2025

2024


£   

£   



Trade creditors

19,531


23,176




Credit Card

2,105


3,113




Social security and other taxes

6,923


5,740




Young Whitefield

2,408


2,408




MRI Scan Fund

4,596


4,357




Other creditors

(213

)

(260

)



Pension fund

1,171


1,128




Accruals and deferred income

44,884


14,610



81,405


54,272




17.

LOANS



An analysis of the maturity of loans is given below:


2025

2024


£   

£   



Amounts falling due in more than five years:



Repayable otherwise than by instalments:


Loans to unrestricted fund

(279,940

)

(291,150

)



Loans from restricted funds

279,940


291,150




18.

ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS

2025

2024



Unrestricted


Restricted


Total


Total


funds


funds


funds


funds

£   

£   

£   

£   



Fixed assets

677,446


394,524


1,071,970


1,075,164




Investments

1


-


1


1




Current assets

818,872


511,320


1,330,192


1,253,853




Current liabilities

(45,357

)

(36,048

)

(81,405

)

(54,272

)



Long term liabilities

(279,940

)

279,940


-


-



1,171,022


1,149,736


2,320,758


2,274,746




19.

MOVEMENT IN FUNDS


Net


Transfers




movement


between


At



At 1.1.25


in funds


funds


31.12.25


£   

£   

£   

£   



Unrestricted funds


General fund

1,182,237


(6,549

)

(4,666

)

1,171,022





Restricted funds


Burial Board

1,067,901


44,929


-


1,112,830




Eruv Fund

(6,553

)

-


6,553


-




Building Levy

29,380


(29,380

)

-


-




Mikva refurbishment

1,781


106


(1,887

)

-




Education Fund

-


36,906


-


36,906



1,092,509


52,561


4,666


1,149,736




TOTAL FUNDS

2,274,746


46,012


-


2,320,758





Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



19.

MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued



Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:



Incoming


Resources


Movement



resources


expended


in funds


£   

£   

£   



Unrestricted funds


General fund

572,700


(579,249

)

(6,549

)




Restricted funds


Burial Board

128,996


(84,067

)

44,929




Building Levy

-


(29,380

)

(29,380

)



Mikva refurbishment

-


106


106




Education Fund

38,306


(1,400

)

36,906



167,302


(114,741

)

52,561




TOTAL FUNDS

740,002


(693,990

)

46,012






Comparatives for movement in funds



Net




movement


At



At 1.1.24


in funds


31.12.24


£   

£   

£   



Unrestricted funds

1,236,376


(54,139

)

1,182,237





Restricted funds


Burial Board

1,049,689


18,212


1,067,901




Eruv Fund

(6,553

)

-


(6,553

)



Building Levy

31,205


(1,825

)

29,380




Mikva refurbishment

1,781


-


1,781



1,076,122


16,387


1,092,509




TOTAL FUNDS

2,312,498


(37,752

)

2,274,746





Comparative net movement in funds included in the above are as follows:



Incoming


Resources


Gains and


Movement



resources


expended


losses


in funds


£   

£   

£   

£   



Unrestricted funds

530,722


(564,861

)

(20,000

)

(54,139

)




Restricted funds


Burial Board

109,833


(91,621

)

-


18,212




Building Levy

-


(1,825

)

-


(1,825

)


109,833


(93,446

)

-


16,387




TOTAL FUNDS

640,555


(658,307

)

(20,000

)

(37,752

)




Whitefield Hebrew Congregation



Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 December 2025



19.

MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued



A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows:



Net


Transfers




movement


between


At



At 1.1.24


in funds


funds


31.12.25


£   

£   

£   

£   



Unrestricted funds

1,236,376


(60,688

)

(4,666

)

1,171,022





Restricted funds


Burial Board

1,049,689


63,141


-


1,112,830




Eruv Fund

(6,553

)

-


6,553


-




Building Levy

31,205


(31,205

)

-


-




Mikva refurbishment

1,781


106


(1,887

)

-




Education Fund

-


36,906


-


36,906



1,076,122


68,948


4,666


1,149,736




TOTAL FUNDS

2,312,498


8,260


-


2,320,758





Net movement in funds included in the above are as follows:



Incoming


Resources


Gains and


Movement



resources


expended


losses


in funds


£   

£   

£   

£   



Unrestricted funds

1,103,422


(1,144,110

)

(20,000

)

(60,688

)




Restricted funds


Burial Board

238,829


(175,688

)

-


63,141




Building Levy

-


(31,205

)

-


(31,205

)



Mikva refurbishment

-


106


-


106




Education Fund

38,306


(1,400

)

-


36,906



277,135


(208,187

)

-


68,948




TOTAL FUNDS

1,380,557


(1,352,297

)

(20,000

)

8,260




20.

RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES


Security equipment and associated services to the value of £648 were purchased from a partnership of which M Leinhardt, a Trustee, is a partner.

Total subscriptions and donations paid by the Directors were £24,346.