Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations
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- Typical grants
- £10,000 – £100,000
- Applications
- Existing partners only
- Decisions
- Rolling (no fixed deadline)
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register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.ukAbout Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations
The Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations (UOHC), established in 1926, is the principal umbrella body for strictly Orthodox Jewish communities in the UK. It unites affiliated synagogues and institutions under rabbinic authority, working to protect and advance Orthodox Judaism through spiritual guidance, its Beth Din, kosher certification (Kedassia), and ritual facilities including mikvaot, shechita, burial services and support for religious lifecycle events. Grounded in communal responsibility and fidelity to Jewish law, the UOHC provides advocacy, resources and welfare infrastructure for Charedi and strictly Orthodox groups, mainly in London's Stamford Hill and Golders Green but extending nationally. Its funding character centres on supporting core costs, religious infrastructure and hardship relief within aligned communities, prioritising long-term cohesion and observance.
What Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations funds
The UOHC funds synagogue maintenance, Jewish education, capital projects such as mikvaot refurbishments, rabbinic leadership, communal welfare and festival aid for needy Orthodox families and institutions. Grants support core costs, religious infrastructure and hardship relief within aligned communities, emphasising long-term cohesion and observance rather than broad social initiatives. Geographically, funding is concentrated on strictly Orthodox communities in London's Stamford Hill and Golders Green, with reach extending nationally where affiliated groups exist.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and synagogues with clear Orthodox Jewish purposes, typically small- to medium-sized entities already connected to the UOHC network. Rabbinic endorsement shapes funding decisions, and priority is given to organisations serving Charedi and strictly Orthodox communities, including needy families and institutions. Unsolicited applications are not accepted; funding is directed to existing partners within the UOHC's affiliated network.
What Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations doesn't fund
The UOHC does not fund non-Orthodox or unrelated causes. Broad social initiatives that fall outside religious infrastructure, communal welfare and hardship relief within strictly Orthodox communities are also excluded. Funding is reserved for purposes that align with Orthodox Jewish observance and communal cohesion.
How they like to fund
Funding is directed to existing partners within the UOHC network, with rabbinic endorsement shaping decisions. Grants support core costs, religious infrastructure and hardship relief, prioritising long-term cohesion and observance. The UOHC does not accept unsolicited applications, working instead through established relationships with affiliated synagogues and institutions.
How much does Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations give?
Typical published range. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you would clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is the free fit check.
When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
Income, location, legal structure and exactly who they fund — matched to your charity.
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How to apply to Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations
Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
- A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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- Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations provide?
Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations typically provides grants of £10,000 - £100,000.
Where does Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations fund charities?
Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations accept unsolicited applications?
Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations?
Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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