MENUCHA LTD
Menucha aims to provide advice and support to empower Orthodox Jewish women experiencing perinatal mood disorders. Menucha will campaign to improve accessibility to culturally appropriate services, raise awareness, promote understanding and lower sigma of this issue
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus of £24,780 and unrestricted reserves of £14,142, following a deficit in the previous year. Per the trustees' report, these reserves are below the stated policy target of approximately £55,000, which represents three months of expenditure. The charity relies on a mix of grants, donations, and client payments, with grants constituting the largest income stream.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees consider that the ideal level of unrestricted reserves as of 31 December 2024 would be three months of resources expended which approximates £55,000.” — page 8
“No trustee drew remuneration or expenses in the current or prior reporting period. Alexis Jacques Dwek’s spouse was remunerated for clinical lead services delivered during the year.” — page 17
“Alexis Jacques Dwek’s spouse was remunerated for clinical lead services delivered during the year. In the opinion of the Trustees, the rate agreed was below the market rate for a person of similar experience and qualifications, and the arrangement was approved by the other independent trustees as being in the best interests of the Charity.” — page 17
“Two trustees advanced short-term loans of £5,000 each during the year, which were interest free and repaid in full by the Charity at the year end.” — page 17
“Alexis Jacques Dwek’s spouse was remunerated for clinical lead services delivered during the year. In the opinion of the Trustees, the rate agreed was below the market rate for a person of similar experience and qualifications, and the arrangement was approved by the other independent trustees as being in the best interests of the Charity.” — page 17
“Two trustees advanced short-term loans of £5,000 each during the year, which were interest free and repaid in full by the Charity at the year end.” — page 17
“Alexis Jacques Dwek’s spouse was remunerated for clinical lead services delivered during the year. In the opinion of the Trustees, the rate agreed was below the market rate for a person of similar experience and qualifications, and the arrangement was approved by the other independent trustees as being in the best interests of the Charity.” — page 17
“Two trustees advanced short-term loans of £5,000 each during the year, which were interest free and repaid in full by the Charity at the year end.” — page 17
Trustees
- MIRIAM OLLECHchair
- Alexis Jacques Dwek
- Leah Sanger
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £279k | £233k |
| 31/12/2024 | £266k | £241k |
| 31/12/2023 | £212k | £215k |
| 31/12/2022 | £170k | £227k |
| 31/12/2021 | £146k | £138k |
Common questions
Is MENUCHA LTD financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus of £24,780 and unrestricted reserves of £14,142, following a deficit in the previous year. Per the trustees' report, these reserves are below the stated policy target of approximately £55,000, which represents three months of expenditure. The charity relies on a mix of grants, donations, and client payments, with grants constituting the largest income stream. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds MENUCHA LTD?
Funders whose own accounts filings name MENUCHA LTD as a grant recipient include LONDON CATALYST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LONDON CATALYST | FY2023 | £3k | Osteopathic treatment for MSK pain management for people on low income. |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 18/08/2025 | £19k | Perinatal Mood Disorders Support and Prevention Groups (PMDSPG) |
| Postcode Lottery | 29/09/2023 | £20k | Project Funding |
| Postcode Lottery | 27/05/2022 | £11k | Reducing Perinatal Mental Illness |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 01/04/2022 | £10k | Practical Support For Unwell Mothers |