Birmingham Hebrew Congregation and Charitable Institutions
Charity managing Singers Hill Synagogue and Jewish communal activities in Birmingham
| Birmingham Hebrew Congregation and Charitable Institutions | |
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| Type | Registered charity |
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| Location | Singers Hill, Ellis Street, Birmingham, B1 1HL, England |
| Area served | West Midlands |
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| Key people | Rabbi Yossi Jacobs (Chief Minister) |
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Birmingham Hebrew Congregation and Charitable Institutions is a registered charity (number 222277) that operates Singers Hill Synagogue and supports Jewish religious and communal activities in Birmingham and the West Midlands.[1] As the managing entity for the historic Birmingham Hebrew Congregation, it maintains the Grade II* listed synagogue building, provides religious education, organises social and cultural events, and fosters interfaith relations.[2] The charity's work emphasises Orthodox Jewish practice while engaging the wider community, operating independently of direct ties to the Zionist regime.
For the financial year ending 31 December 2024, the charity reported total income of £675,065 and expenditure of £679,576, with activities focused on religious promotion and community support.[1] It employs 7 staff members and benefits from 8 volunteers.[2]
History
The Birmingham Hebrew Congregation, established in 1780, is Birmingham's oldest Jewish community.[3] The charity, under its current name, oversees the congregation's assets and operations, including the Singers Hill Synagogue built in 1856.[2] It has adapted to demographic changes while preserving Orthodox traditions and community outreach.[3]
Activities
The charity promotes the Jewish religion for public benefit through synagogue maintenance, teaching Jewish doctrines and practices, social and cultural events for members and the West Midlands community, and interfaith dialogue with non-Jewish leaders.[1] It provides buildings, services, advocacy, and grants to individuals or other bodies.[2]
Leadership
The Chief Minister is Rabbi Yossi Jacobs, who has led since 2009 and integrated outreach approaches into congregational life.[4]
Trustees
| Name | Appointment date | Status | Other trusteeships |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Larry Shall | 25 November 2025 | Active | None on record |
| Stephen Bushell | 02 October 2022 | Active | None on record |
| Ben Johnson | 30 June 2022 | Active | None on record |
| Bernard Shaffer | 24 November 2019 | Active | None on record |
| Lynne Myers | 18 November 2018 | Active | Birmingham Jewish Community Care (5122739) |
| Jamie Bushell | 18 November 2018 | Active | None on record |
| Jeremy Lang | 01 December 2015 | Active | None on record |
| Steven Newman | 01 December 2015 | Active | None on record |
| John Leek | 01 October 2004 | Active | None on record |
| Gerald Bloom | 01 October 2004 | Active | None on record |
| Dr Alfred Charles White | Not specified | Active | None on record |
| Laura Bushell | Not specified | Active | None on record |
No trustees receive remuneration, payments, or benefits from the charity.[2] One or more trustees serve as directors of subsidiaries.[2]
Staff and office bearers
The charity employs 7 staff, with one receiving benefits in the £70,000–£80,000 range.[2] It has 8 volunteers.[2] No detailed list of office bearers beyond trustees and the Chief Minister is publicly specified in Charity Commission records.[2]
Finances
For the year ending 31 December 2024:
Total income: £675,065 (donations and legacies £162,710; charitable activities £155,680; other trading £177,410; investments £119,810; other £59,460) Total expenditure: £679,576 (raising funds £78,370; charitable activities £601,210) Investment gains: £61,613[1]
Historical trends show income fluctuations, with £1.31 million in 2023 and £675,065 in 2024.[2]
See also
Singers Hill Synagogue Yossi Jacobs Chabad-Lubavitch UK
External links
Official website Charity Commission profile
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Charity Commission, BIRMINGHAM HEBREW CONGREGATION AND CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS overview register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk, accessed February 20, 2026.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 Charity Commission, BIRMINGHAM HEBREW CONGREGATION AND CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS full print register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk, accessed February 20, 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Jewish Communities and Records - UK, Birmingham Hebrew Congregation (Singers Hill Synagogue) jewishgen.org, accessed February 20, 2026.
- ↑ Jewish Telegraph, Dynamic Yossi is a boon to community jewishtelegraph.com, accessed February 20, 2026.