OTTO SCHIFF HOUSING ASSOCIATION
The Associations purpose is the provision of accomodation, housing and welfare for elderly Jewish people and particularly for former refugees from Nazi oppression.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £4,105 for the year ended 31 March 2026, resulting in total net liabilities of £19,070. The trustees' report notes that the charity is actively seeking to acquire social housing and has minimal reserves, with a policy of distributing virtually all available reserves to beneficiaries. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention during the examination.
What the accounts disclose
“Turnover from social housing lettings 245,619”
“The Association undertook a policy of distributing virtually all its available reserves to its beneficiaries and now has, and needs, minimal reserves.” — page 5
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Andrew Saunderson
- Catriona Simons
- Ivan Ezekiel
- Lee Bloomfield
- Simon Century
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £246k | £250k |
| 31/03/2025 | £0 | £3k |
| 31/03/2024 | £0 | £0 |
| 31/03/2023 | £0 | £0 |
| 31/03/2022 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is OTTO SCHIFF HOUSING ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £4,105 for the year ended 31 March 2026, resulting in total net liabilities of £19,070. The trustees' report notes that the charity is actively seeking to acquire social housing and has minimal reserves, with a policy of distributing virtually all available reserves to beneficiaries. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention during the examination. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.