BIRMINGHAM JEWISH COMMUNITY CARE
BJCC offers community care, support and signposting to other services for the Jewish and local community in Birmingham and the Midlands. Services include a social work department, monthly lunch club, community activities and trips. Our aim is to enable community members to safely live independently, support those in need and alleviate loneliness within the community.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £3,788,212, which the trustees consider adequate to support operations for the medium term. Financial sustainability risks previously associated with the care home have been alleviated by its sale and the investment of proceeds. The organization operates on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year covered by these accounts there was 1 employee who earned between £90,001 £100,000.” — page 21
“During the year covered by these accounts there was 1 employee who earned between £90,001 £100,000.” — page 21
“Donations, gifts and legacies totalled £39,633 in this period (2024 - £206,725).” — page 2
“The Trustees have determined that the charity needs reserves to fund shortfalls in income when income does not reach expected levels, to fund unexpected expenditure and to fund working capital.” — page 3
“The charity ceased to provide administrative and accounting support for Birmingham Jewish Housing Association on 31 October 2023, as detailed in note 19 to the accounts.” — page 3
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2024)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (03/11/2022)
Trustees
- MARTIN ADRIAN BROSTOFFchair
- Bernard Shaffer
- David Benson
- ERICA HAZEL BARNETT
- Lesley Fifer
- Linda Bushell
- Lynne Myers
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £40k | £270k |
| 31/03/2024 | £6.2m | £5.6m |
| 30/09/2022 | £3.4m | £3.9m |
| 30/09/2021 | £3.5m | £3.6m |
| 30/09/2020 | £3.3m | £3.4m |
Common questions
Is BIRMINGHAM JEWISH COMMUNITY CARE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £3,788,212, which the trustees consider adequate to support operations for the medium term. Financial sustainability risks previously associated with the care home have been alleviated by its sale and the investment of proceeds. The organization operates on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of BIRMINGHAM JEWISH COMMUNITY CARE earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £90,001 - £100,000 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.
Who funds BIRMINGHAM JEWISH COMMUNITY CARE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name BIRMINGHAM JEWISH COMMUNITY CARE as a grant recipient include THE HOBSON CHARITY LIMITED, GOWLING WLG (UK) CHARITABLE TRUST, THE W E DUNN TRUST, THE MICHAEL MARSH CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE HOBSON CHARITY LIMITED | FY2023 | £5k | Elderly |
| GOWLING WLG (UK) CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £2k | |
| THE W E DUNN TRUST | FY2023 | £1k | |
| THE MICHAEL MARSH CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £500 | Elderly / Old People |
| GOWLING WLG (UK) CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £500 |