MIGDAL EMUNAH LTD
JSAS trading as Migdal Emunah was launched in February 2013, as a support service for child and adult victims of sexual abuse and violence within the Jewish community. We provide free independent support to anyone in the community with concerns or disclosures of sexual abuse and violence. We provide workshops and training for professionals and parents to help prevent further sexual abuse.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity has ceased operations and is undergoing a voluntary solvent liquidation, with the financial statements prepared on a non-going concern basis. Total net assets were £65,949, held predominantly as cash, which trustees confirmed were sufficient to meet all liabilities. The charity reported a small surplus of £518 for the year, with income primarily derived from grant funding.
What the accounts disclose
“income of £245,591 was received, with the vast majority (£221,815) from grant funding.”
“Migdal Emunah’s reserves policy was focused on maintaining a balance between holding sufficient reserves to safeguard its financial commitments and continuing to provide services in line with the Charity’s objectives in the event of unforeseen financial problems.” — page 6
“As explained in note 11, the charitable company has ceased operations since the balance sheet date. The financial statements have been prepared on a basis other than that of a going concern.” — page 11
“I have identified a matter of concern in my report because I have concerns that sufficient accounting records have not been kept in respect of the allocation of costs to restricted funds for both 2025 and 2024.”
“I have identified a matter of concern in my report because I have concerns that sufficient accounting records have not been kept in respect of the allocation of costs to restricted funds for both 2025 and 2024.”
Trustees
- Lillian Mia Callerchair
- Dr Deborah Kahn-Harris
- Dr Orlee Udwin
- IAN MICHAEL BESSER
- Sarah Bronzite
- Valerie Eppel
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/01/2025 | £246k | £245k |
| 30/01/2024 | £212k | £204k |
| 30/01/2023 | £190k | £190k |
| 30/01/2022 | £145k | £145k |
| 30/01/2021 | £130k | £87k |
Common questions
Is MIGDAL EMUNAH LTD financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity has ceased operations and is undergoing a voluntary solvent liquidation, with the financial statements prepared on a non-going concern basis. Total net assets were £65,949, held predominantly as cash, which trustees confirmed were sufficient to meet all liabilities. The charity reported a small surplus of £518 for the year, with income primarily derived from grant funding. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds MIGDAL EMUNAH LTD?
Funders whose own accounts filings name MIGDAL EMUNAH LTD as a grant recipient include THE BEAVERBROOKS CHARITABLE TRUST, SMALLWOOD TRUST, JEWISH CHILD'S DAY.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE BEAVERBROOKS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2026 | £50k | |
| THE BEAVERBROOKS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £36k | |
| SMALLWOOD TRUST | FY2021 | £19k | |
| THE BEAVERBROOKS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £15k | |
| THE BEAVERBROOKS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £15k | |
| THE BEAVERBROOKS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £15k | |
| THE BEAVERBROOKS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2026 | £10k | |
| JEWISH CHILD'S DAY | FY2022 | £4k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 06/06/2024 | £20k | Reaching CSA survivors across the Jewish Community |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/01/2023 | £10k | Reducing harm in the Jewish community caused by sexual abuse |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/08/2019 | £9k | Support Group for victims of sex abuse |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/09/2015 | £8k | Support Group for Jewish victims of sexual abuse |