Harofeh Donations Limited

Harofeh Donations Limited is a charitable company limited by guarantee, established in England in 2010 and governed by Oestreicher family trustees. Its core mission is to advance the Jewish religion, promote Jewish religious education across all ages, and alleviate poverty among Jewish communities in the UK and internationally. Rooted in a commitment to sustaining Jewish life, values, and continuity, it emphasizes religious observance, education, and welfare for vulnerable groups including children, youth, the elderly, disabled individuals, and those of Jewish ethnic origin, delivering grants to synagogues, religious schools, and welfare organizations through strategic, family-led philanthropy.

The funder supports core costs, project funding, capital projects, and activities enhancing Jewish religious practice, education, and poverty relief, with a focus on established institutions serving Jewish beneficiaries. It prioritizes medium to large UK-registered charities, particularly those based in England, though some international Jewish causes may receive support; no strict income thresholds apply, but patterns favor organizations with significant community presence.

Grants typically range from £5,000 to £100,000 (often £10,000–£50,000), with annual totals around £400,000–£500,000. Funding is strictly invite-only—no unsolicited applications are accepted—and trustees identify and contact aligned partners directly, with decisions made at annual meetings and no public deadlines or forms.

Distinctively Jewish-only, Harofeh avoids secular causes, non-charitable entities, or broader philanthropy, maintaining unwavering focus on religious and welfare outcomes for Jewish populations via robust policies on public benefit, safeguarding, and risk management.