CHABAD-LUBAVITCH LEICESTER
TRUSTEES REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2025
Principal address
16 Stanley Road
Leicester
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Resi5reredthar￿ Number.. 1182175

CHABAD LUBAVITCH LEICESTER
ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND TRUSTEES REPORT
YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of contents
CIO Information
Trustees, Annual Report
3-10
Report of the Independent Examiner
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Statement of Financial Activities
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Balance Sheet
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Notes to the financial statements
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CIO INFORMATION
Registered Charity Number:
1182175
Legal form..
Charitable Incorporated Organisation
Trustees..
Rabbi Daniel Duboy
Mrs Brocha Lent
Mr Philip Pink Ichairl
Mrs Rifka Wineberg
Chief Executive Officer:
Rabbi Shmuel Pink
Independent Examiner:
Ig Accountants
Chartered Accountants
Churchill House
London
NW4 4DJ
Principal Address:
16 Stanley Road
Leicester
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The trustee5 present their annual report and financial statements of Chabad Lubavitch
Leicester I'the Charity") for the year ended 28 February 2025.
Constltutlon and objectives
Chabad Lubavitch Leicester is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, governed by the
Charitable Incorporated Organisations (Generall Regulations 20222, and registered with the
Charity Commission on 21st February 2019 under registration number 1182175. It is
governed by it5 constitution. last updated 23 March 2022.
Under that constitution. the Charitys objectives are to.. -
l. Advance the education of the general public in the subject of cultural and historic Jewish
Heritage through services, talks, events and grants.
2. Advance the practice of Jewish Religion
The Constitution authorises the Trustees to make or hold investments in the general funds
of the charity.
Trustees
The following trustee5 served throughout the financial year and to date of the Signing of
these financial statements..
Mr Philip Pink Ichairl
Rabbi Daniel Duboy
Mrs 8rocha Esther Lent
Mrs Rifka Weinberg
Appointment of Trustees is governed by the Constitution of the charity. The Board of
Trustees is authorised to appoint new Trustees to fill vacancies arising from resignation or
death of an existing Trustee.
Achievements and performance and public benefit:
The charity has been offering a range of social, cultural and educational activities.
This year saw significant growth in community engagement, with an increased demand for
social opportunities, Student , Women's engagement and Shabbat hospitality. We
continued to adapt our services to meet the evolving needs of Leicester's Jewish population.

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Jewish Education
Weekly Torah classes attracted 524 participants this past year
Children and youth learning 210 hours of education this year
Shabbat & Jewish Holida
Celebrations
Over 280 attended celebrations thi5 year.
Public Menorah lighting in 6 places
Shabbat and holidays meals were shared this year with over 675 guests this year.
education.
Youth
Over 130 Pre-Jewi5h Holiday packages are sent to children encouraging wholesome
education
Communit Su
ort and Outreach
We continue to be a vital source of emotional, spiritual, and practical support for
individuals and families across the community. We are committed to being present
during times of joy challenge, and transition.
Pastoral Care and Home Vi51ts.' Over 85 home visits were made to elderly individuals,
those facing illness, or people experiencing personal hardship, offering
companionship, support, and a caring presence.
Shabbat and Food Package5.' Shabbat packages and essential food deliveries were
provided to over 180 families, ensuring that no one felt alone or unsupported during
key moments. particularly during holidays or times of crisis.
Hospital Chaplaincy.. Regular hospital visits were made to Jewish patients in local
hospitals, offering spiritual comfort, prayer, and practical support to both patients
and families.
Prison Chaplaincy.. Ongoing prison chaplaincy work has ensured that Jewish
inmates in the region maintain connection to their faith and feel supported
throughout their sentence.
Crisis Support and Life Cycle Events= We provided support during major life cycle
moments, including births, bereavements, bar and bat mitzvahs, and other
transitional events. Our role includes both emotional support and practical guidance,
always offered with compassion and care.

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Kosher Pant
Kosher Pantry continues to Provide easy and reliable access to kosher food in Leicester and the
wider Midlands region, where suth acce$5 15 limited or unavailable. It serve5 as a vital resourte for
individuals and families seeking to maintain a kosher lifestyle without the ability to travel long
distances or incur high delivery costs. Through the Pantry. community members can access essential
kosher items locally, ensuring Jewish dietary needs are met conveniently and consistently. The
service supports both regular users and those preparing for Special visitors or the jewish holidays.
The Kosher Pantry strengthens Jewish life in the region by making kosher observance more
acce55ible, practical, and sustainable for all.
Student Su
ort and En
ement
Chabad of Leicester has continued to be a trusted and welcoming home forjewish students studying
at local universities. Our space has become a safe. inclusive environment where students can
connect with their Jewish identity, celebrate festivals, enjoy home-cooked Shabbat mea15, take part
in student activities and find emotional and spiritual support away from home.
Students regularly attend Shabbat dinners. holiday events. one-on-one learning sessions, and drop-
in visits during the week. Many describe us as their.home away from home." a place where they
feel safe, valued, and spiritually nourished. This year saw a noticeable increase in student
partlcipatlon, the rising need for meaningful Jewish connection in student life.
Women's Pro
ramme
Our social programmes for women have flourished, offering regular opportunities for jewish women
to gather, connect, and build friendships in a warm and informal Setting. These events have included
themed evenings, creative workshops, and social gatherings focused on relaxation and enjoyment.
The initiative has successfully drawn in women of all ages. over 240 have taken part including many
who previously felt disconnected from jewish community life. For some. it was their first experience
participating in a jewish women's event. The relaxed and welcoming atmosphere has fostered
genuine connection, helping to strÈn8then the fabric of the community and offering women a
consistent, supportive space to meet and grow tO8ether.
Plans for the future
The trustees, plans for the future will continue to maintain and build upon the education,
programming, and provision of Cultural, Religious, and Historic Jewish Heritage in Leicestershire and
surrounding areas. In addition. we aim to upgrade the freezer facilities to ensure the smooth running
of K05her Pantry and to engage more students than in previous years, broadening our community
reach and participation.

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Financial review
Chabad Lubavitch Leicester continues to be funded from charitable donations and grants.
The policy of the Charity continues to be to seek additional finance and support to enable it
to continue and expand its objectives and activities.
The Charity's main sources of income are from donations and grants received from
charitable trusts. In the year ending 28 February 2025, income was £72,47912024: £71,628).
expenditure was £71.206 12024.. £62,929), and the resulting surplus was £1,27312024:
£8.6691 which the trustees consider satisfactory
The Trustees are grateful to all the benefactors whose generous contributions remain an
important element in the ability of the charity to continue its work. We are confident that
our supporters will provide us with contributions at a level to support the objects of the
charity.
Reserves pollcy
The charity's reserves policy is to maintain three month's expenditure as reserves to enable
the charity to continue its activities and services at a meaningful level, should there be a
drop in income. On 28 February unrestricted rese￿e5 were £31,67012024.. £23,554) which
exceeded the target of £17,801. The trustees review this position on a regular basis.
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Statement Of Trustee5 Re5ponsibilitie5
The trustees acknowledge their responsibility for preparing the Trustees, Annual Report
and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting
Standards Iunited Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice)
The law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the trustees to prepare
financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the State of
affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources for that
period. In preparing the financial statements, the trustee5 are required to
• Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently-
Observe the methods and principles in the applicable Charity SORP.
• Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
State whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any
material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unles5 It is inappropriate to
presume that the charity will continue in business.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with
reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to
ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, applicable
Regulation5, and the provisions of the constitution. They are also responsible for
safeguording the a55et5 of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the
prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Approved by the trustees on 4 December 2025 and signed on their behalf by
Mr Philip Pink
Chair of Trustees
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF CHABAD LUBAVITCH LEICESTER
CHARITABLE INCORPORATED ORGANISATION I'the CIO'I.
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2025
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the CIO for the year
ended 28 February 2025.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the CIO you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in
accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 20111'the Act'l.
I report in respect of my examination of the CIO'S accounts carried out under section 145 of
the Act. In carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the
Charity Commission under section 1451Sllbl of the 2011 Act.
Independent examlnerfs statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my
attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material
respect..
accounting records were not kept as required by section 130 of the Art; or
the accounts do not accord with those records.
Shaya Grosskopf FCA
Ig Accountants
Chartered Accountants
Churchill House
137-139 Brent Street
London
NW4 4DJ
4 December 2025
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIALACtIVlTIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2025
Note Unrestricted
Funds
2025
Restricted
Fund5
2025
Total
Funds
2025
Total
Funds
2024
Income
Donations, legacies and grants
Incomefrom choritoble troding
octivities..
Operation of Kosher Pantry
Total income
48,146
19.740
67.886
65,219
4.593
52,739
4.593
72,479
6,409
71,628
19,740
Expenditure
Expenditure on charitable
activitie5
Governance costs
Other sVPPOrt costs
Total expenditure
28.797
2.592
31,389
28,878
1.854
21,158
51,809
1,854
37,963
71,206
1,679
32,372
62,929
16,805
19,397
Net 5ncomellexpend5turel and
net movement In funds for the
year
930
343
1,273
8,699
Reconclllatlon of funds
Total funds brought forward
Total funds carrled forwards
23,554
24,484
31,670
32,013
55,224
56,497
46,527
55,224
The statement of financial activities includes all gain5 and losses recognised in the year.
All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 28 FEBRUARY 2025
Note
Total Funds
2025
Total Fund5
2024
F5xed assets
Tangible fixed assets
Total Fixed Assets
30,258
30,258
33,849
33,849
Current Assets
Stock
Debtors
Cash at bank
Total Current Assets
3,300
7,000
23,232
33,532
3,000
15,580
5,607
24,187
Liabilities
Creditor5 falling due within one year
Net current assets
7,293
26,239
2,812
21,375
Total assets less current IlabllStles
56,497
55,224
Net assets
56,497
55,224
Charlty funds
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
Total funds carried forwards
24,484
32,013
56,497
23,554
31,670
55,224
The notes at paBes 7 to 11 form part of these accounts.
Approved by the trustees on 4 December 2025 an(J signed on their behalf by-
Mr Philip Pink
Chair of Trustees
Registered Charity Number.. 1182175
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l. Accounting Policies
lal Basis of preparation and assessment of going concern
The legal form and addre55 of the CIO are presented in the CIO information on page 2.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items
recognised at C05t or transaction value. Financial amounts are presented to the nearest £ which 15
the functional and presentation currency of the CIO. The financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with the second edition of the Charities Ststement of Recommended Practice issued in
October 2019, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of
Ireland IFRS 1021 and the Charities Act 2011.
The CIO constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102.
The trustees consiiler that there a￿ no material uncertainties about the Clo's ability to continue as
a going concern.
Ibl Income
Income is recognised when the CIO has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions
attached to the item of income have been met, it is probable that the income will be received, and
the amount can be measured reliablv.
Income from the operation of a Kosher pantry is recognised when goods are sold and handed over
to customers.
Income from government and other grants. whether'capital, grants or'revenue, grants, is
recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to
the grants have been met, it Is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be
measured reliably and is not deferred.
For legacies, entitlement is taken as the earlier of the date on which either- the CIO is aware that
probate has been granted, the estate has been finalised and notification has been made by the
executorlsl to the CIO that a distribution will be made. or when a distribution is received from the
estate. Receipt of a legacy, in whole or in part, 15 only considered probable when the amount can be
measured reliably and the charity has been notified of the executorfs intention to make
distribution.
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Icl Expenses
Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation
committing the charity to that expenditure. it is probable that settlement will be required and the
amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. All expenditure is accounted for on an accrua15
basis. All expenses including support costs and governance costs are allocated or apportioned to the
applicable expenditure headings. For more information on this attribution refer to note Ilel below.
Idl Taxes
As a charitable enterprise the CIO 15 exempt from income taxe5.
Irrecoverable VAT is charged against the expenditu￿ heading for which it was incurred
lel Allocation of costs
Costs of charitable activities comprise the direct cost of lectures, events and other activities
and the direct costs of the Kosher pantry.
Governance costs comprise all costs involving the public accountability of the CIO and its
compliance with regulation and good practice.
Other support costs Include other administrative expenses associated with the operation of
the CIO.
If) Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Assets are recognised at cost includin8 the full costs of preparation and installation, and are
depreciated over their useftjl lifetime as follows:
Plant and Machinery.. 10 years straight line
Office Equipment..
3 years straight line
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2. Income
Unrestrirted
Funds 2025
Restricted
Funds
2025
Total Funds
2025
Total Funds
2024
Donatlons, legacles, and grants
Donation5 including sponsorship
of events and services
Grants received
Total donatlons, legacles, and
grants
48,146
48,146
46,469
19,740
19,740
19,740
67,886
22,750
65,219
48,146
Tradlng charitable artlvlty
Income from Kosher Pantry
4,593
4,593
6,409
Total Income
52,739
19,740
72,479
71,628
The following grants exceeding £5,000 were received during the year..
Lottery community fund- £19,740 IHappier Head and Home project)
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3. Expenditure
Unrestricted
Funds 2025
Restricted
Funds
2025
Total Funds Total Funds
2025
2024
Costs of charitable artivities
Kosher Pantry
Costs of events
Grants
Depreciation
Bank fees
Total Costs ot charltable events
7.024
18,327
1,520
1.841
85
28,797
7,024
18.477
1.520
4.433
85
31,389
7,255
11,231
5,052
5,340
2.592
2,592
28,878
Governance costs
Independent examination fees
Other accountancy fees
Subscription5
1,440
1,398
414
414
1,854
281
1,679
Other support costs
Salaries
Printing Postage and stationery
Software
Repairs and maintenance
Light, power and heating
Insurance
Other
Travel
Total support Costs
14,751
1,895
1,325
259
384
62
737
1,745
21.158
11,305
26,056
1,895
1,325
1,809
3,134
1,262
737
1,745
37.963
23,957
1,564
1,091
928
2,033
583
466
1,750
32,372
1,550
2,750
1,200
16.805
Total expenses
68,607
19,397
71,206
62,929
Support costs are wholly attributed to the costs of charitable activities.
The charity employed I12024- 11 employee. No employee earned more than £60,000.
The charity made a grant of £20012024: E5(K)I to l individual. and two grants to charitable
institutions to support educational and religious causes as follows..
Yeshivas Lubavitch Manchester=
CGI Girls..
£850
£470
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4. Tangible Fixed Assets
Plant &
Machine
Fixtures &
Fittin
Com
uter
Total
Cost
Cost as at l March 2024
Additions in the year
Cost as at 28 February 2025
38,441
7,630
621
841
1.462
46,692
841
47,533
38.441
7.630
Depreciation
Accumulated depreciation as
at l March 2024
Charge for the year
Accumulated depreciation as
at 28 February 2025
6.126
6.284
432
12,842
2,722
1,346
7,630
365
797
4,433
17,275
Net book value
2025
2024
29.593
32,315
665
188
30,258
33,850
1,346
5. Debtors
2025
2024
10,000
5,580
15,580
Pledges receivable
Other debtors
7,000
6. Creditors due in less than one year
2025
1,440
2,490
3,363
7,293
2024
1,398
1,414
Accruals
Trade creditors
Other creditors
2,812
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7. Funds
Asatl
March 2024
Income
Expenditure
Asat28
February 2025
Kosher pantry
Solar power project
Happier Head &
Home project
10.042
21,628
11,4701
11,4271
116.5001
8,572
20,506
3,240
19,740
Total
31,670
19,740
{2,5921
32,013
Asatl
March 2023
Income
Expenditure
Asat28
February 2024
Kosher pantry
Solar power project
14,489
14,4471
11,1221
10,042
21,628
22,750
Total
14,489
22,750
{5,5691
31,670
Restricted funds are represented a5 follow5
2025
2024
Solar Power
ro
ect
Tangible fixed assets
Cash at bank and in hand
20,201
21,323
305
Kosher
ant
Tangible fixed assets
8.572
10,042
Ha
ier Head & Home
Cash at bank and in hand
ro
ect
3.240
32,013
31,670
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8. Transactions with trustee5 and related party transaction5
There were no donations received from the trustees in the current or prior year.
There were no other transactions with the trustees during the current or prior year. No
trustee drew remuneration. expenses or obtained any benefit5 from the charitv.
During the year the Chief Executive Officer incurred expenses on behalf of the CIO of £27,513
12024- £19,903), which was periodically reimbursed to him. At the financial year end the
amount owed to the Chief Executive Officer was £2812024.. £-1.
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