Nefesh Hatorah
Analysis
Nefesh Hatorah is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Middlesex. It was registered in June 2015, 11 years ago. Its declared purposes cover religious activities, which this site groups under religion. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides buildings/facilities/open space and provides services.
In the financial year ending December 2025, Nefesh Hatorah reported income of £50k and spending of £68k, spending 134% of what it took in. Across the 5 years on record, from December 2021 to December 2025, income grew from £40k to £50k (+26%), an average of +5.9% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to December 2022, when income rose by 46%. Over the whole period it spent 104% of the income it received.
Among 20,496 England and Wales charities whose main cause is religion and that reported income, Nefesh Hatorah sits at the 49th percentile: it is larger than about 48% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 61st percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Hellesdon Christian Disciples (£50k), Batley Community Centre (£50k) and Clearspring Church (£50k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Nefesh HaTorah provides to the Edgware and wider community a synagogue for Orthodox Jewish worship and educational classes and lectures led by the Rabbi or other community members. Cross-community social events are held promoting the continuity and understanding of traditional Jewish culture. Nefesh HaTorah also seeks to support (financially and otherwise) those members of the community in need.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Hellesdon Christian Disciples | Norwich | £50k |
| Batley Community Centre | West Yorkshire | £50k |
| Clearspring Church | Gloucester | £50k |
| The Dauncey Family Charitable Trust | Shrewsbury | £50k |