## **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD & DISTRICTS** # **ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS** **FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025** ## **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD & DISTRICTS** ## LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION **Trustees** Zvi Brooks Brian John Grossman Rabbi Ephraim Levine Rabbi Leivi Sudak **Principal address** The Bluebells Station Road St Albans Herts AL2 3PQ **Independent examiner** Sobell Rhodes LLP The Kinetic Centre Theobald Street Borehamwood WD6 4PJ ## **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD & DISTRICTS** ## CONTENTS ||**Page**| |---|---| |Trustees' Report|1-5| |Statement of trustees' responsibilities|6| |Independent examiner's report|7| |Statement of financial activities|8| |Balance sheet|9| |Notes to the financial statements|10-16| **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** TRUSTEES' REPORT _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ The trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 8 May 2025. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)". ## **Objectives and activities** The charity was set up as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation on 10 May 2022 for (1) the advancement and promotion of the Orthodox Jewish faith in Bricket Wood and the surrounding areas through the holding of prayer meetings, pastoral care, lectures, public celebration of religious festivals, producing and/or distributing literature on Jewish religious texts, custom and practice following the principles of Chabad Lubavitch; and (2) the advancement of public education including education in the Orthodox Jewish faith by providing facilities for the study of and instructions in Jewish religious texts, teachings, customs and practices of the Orthodox Jewish faith; and (3) by the provision of items, financials and practical assistance in particular, but not exclusively to persons of the Jewish faith in Bricket Wood and the surrounding areas who are in need of assistance to prevent or relieve poverty. The trustees have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission in deciding what activities the charity should undertake. ## **Achievements and performance** Throughout the past year we have made significant progress in fulfilling our charitable objectives. Our programs and activities have encompassed both religious and spiritual services, as well as cultural and social initiatives that are inclusive and accessible to all. The trustees have diligently reviewed the objectives and activities of our charity to ensure they remain aligned with our core aims. This review process has been guided by the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit and its supplementary guidance on the advancement of religion for public benefit. By maintaining a strong commitment to these principles, we have continued to promote Jewish worship, education and welfare while supporting those in need. During the year we did this as follows: ## **Community Welfare and Support** One of our primary objectives is to provide financial, practical and social assistance to individuals and families facing hardship, ensuring that no one is left without essential support. Over the past year we have expanded our efforts to reach more people in need. Page 1 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** TRUSTEES' REPORT _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ In line with our objective to provide assistance in preventing or relieving poverty, we distributed over 250 Purim food packages, ensuring that Jewish families in the area could celebrate the festival with joy and dignity. **The weekly care package** initiative, which includes freshly baked challah and food essentials, has been a key element in supporting those facing hardship, particularly the elderly or those who need a bit of uplift. Additionally, when members of our community experienced bereavement, we provided practical and emotional support. In accordance with promoting Jewish pastoral care, we reached out to families in mourning, ensuring that they felt the embrace of the community during challenging times. ## **Community Building** A strong and engaged Jewish community is central to fulfilling our objective of promoting the Orthodox Jewish faith. Throughout the year we have organised large-scale public events, prayer meetings and Shabbat gatherings, all aimed at reinforcing Jewish identity and unity. The Bricket Wood Grand Menorah Lighting exemplified our commitment to the public celebration of religious festivals and brought together over one hundred participants, including from the wider community. This event fostered a strong sense of Jewish pride and community connection. **Our weekly Friday Night Soup & Scotch gatherings** served as a cornerstone for social engagement. These gatherings have played a crucial role in social inclusion, ensuring that individuals from all backgrounds, including those who may feel isolated, could come together in a warm and welcoming environment. The launch of the Club 13 Bar Mitzvah Program further supports our objective of advancing Jewish education and bringing communities together as Club 13 joined together with neighbouring communities, such as Radlett and Bushey. Through structured learning and mitzvah projects young boys prepared for their Jewish coming of age in a meaningful and engaging way. ## **Jewish Festivals Celebrations** Publicly celebrating Jewish festivals is a core aspect of our objectives. By hosting large-scale holiday events we ensure that Jewish traditions are accessible to all, regardless of background or affiliation. Page 2 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** TRUSTEES' REPORT _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ For Shavuot we held an all-night study session, fulfilling our objective of advancing Jewish education. The public reading of the ten commandments was attended by families and individuals. Purim 2025 was another incredible success. The Purim Party and Family Purim Celebration, attended by well over one hundred people, promoted Jewish observance and community connection in an engaging and joyous manner. Another highlight was our first ever Passover Communal Seder, which brought together individuals and families to celebrate Passover in a meaningful way, particularly those who may not have had the means or ability to host their own Seders. The Mishloach Manot gift-giving project, led by Club 13 boys, directly aligned with our charitable objectives by ensuring that Jewish families in financial need could still partake in the mitzvah of Purim. ## **Jewish Women Connect** The Jewish Women Connect (JWC) program has played a significant role in promoting Jewish faith, education and community involvement. The Challah Bake in October brought Jewish women together for an evening of learning, connection and tradition, reinforcing their Jewish identity. Similarly, the Canvas Painting event in March integrated Jewish themes and discussions, promoting community and social engagement. ## **Family Programs** Jewish family life is at the heart of our mission and our family-oriented programs have successfully promoted bringing families and communities together in line with our objectives. During the High Holidays we ensured that families could participate meaningfully by providing a dedicated children’s marquee, allowing younger members to experience Jewish tradition in an engaging and ageappropriate way. Additionally, during our events, we provided a selection of board games, toys and recreational facilities, such as trampolines and swing sets, to cater for families. ## **Classes and Lectures** Education remains a cornerstone of our mission, fulfilling our objective to advance public education in customs and practices. Throughout the year we have provided a range of Torah classes, discussions and learning opportunities for both adults and children. **The Mentch Club** , a monthly men’s discussion group, has provided a platform for young professionals to engage in learning and explore meaningful discussions on Torah perspectives and modern-day dilemmas. Topics such as 'Is Religion a Choice?' and 'What is the evil eye?' encouraged thought-provoking conversations and deep engagement with Jewish teachings. Page 3 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** TRUSTEES' REPORT _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ For younger members our **Club 13 Bar Mitzvah Program** continued to provide structured learning sessions, empowering boys approaching their Bar Mitzvah to develop a deeper connection to their Jewish identity and responsibilities. ## **Religious Services** Providing opportunities for Jewish worship is a fundamental aspect of our objective to promote the Orthodox Jewish faith. Our weekly and festival prayer services have continued to serve as a pillar of religious life in Bricket Wood, fostering spirituality, community engagement and Jewish continuity. Our weekly Friday night and Shabbat day services have created a welcoming environment where community members come together for prayer, song and inspiration. These services, particularly the Once-a-Month Shabbat Minyan, have encouraged greater attendance and communal participation. Other religious services this year included the High Holiday Services, with record attendance, ensuring every Jew in the community could experience the transformative power of the Jewish New Year. The Tefillin Drive brought men together for morning tefillin and bagel breakfasts, creating a space for meaningful Jewish engagement. These services have strengthened Jewish faith and identity in Bricket Wood, ensuring that every community member, regardless of background or level of observance, feels welcomed and included in Jewish life. ## **Conclusion** Through a combination of worship, education, community support and outreach, Chabad Lubavitch of Bricket Wood has successfully upheld its charitable objectives over the past year. We express our gratitude to the trustees, volunteers and community members whose support and involvement have made these achievements possible. As we move forward we remain committed to expanding our programs, strengthening Jewish life and ensuring that every Jew in Bricket Wood feels welcomed, supported and engaged in their faith. ## **Financial review** In the view of the trustees the funds of the charity are sufficient for its purposes. Income increased in the year to £42,761, and expenditure decreased to £41,634, resulting in a surplus of £1,890. Page 4 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** TRUSTEES' REPORT _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ ## **Structure, governance and management** The charity is a registered charity, number 1198884 and is constituted under a CIO - Foundation. The trustees who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were: Zvi Brooks Brian John Grossman Rabbi Ephraim Levine Rabbi Leivi Sudak New trustees are recruited by the existing trustees as and when considered necessary. The trustees' report was approved by the Board of Trustees. **----- Start of picture text -----**
Zvi Brooks
Trustee
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Page 5 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** TRUSTEES' REPORT ## _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United 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 of the charity for that year. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to: - ▪select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently; - ▪observe the methods and principles in the Charities 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; and - ▪prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation. The trustees are responsible for keeping sufficient accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. Page 6 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT ## _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Chabad Lubavitch Bricket Wood & Districts (the charity) for the year ended 8 May 2025. ## **Responsibilities and basis of report** As the trustees of the charity you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011. I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s financial statements carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act 2011. ## **Independent examiner's statement** Your attention is drawn to the fact that the charity has prepared the financial statements in accordance with the relevant version of the Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their financial statements in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) in preference to the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice issued on 1 April 2005 which is referred to in the extant regulations but has now been withdrawn. I understand that this has been done in order for the financial statements to provide a true and fair view in accordance with UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: (1) accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Charities Act 2011. - (2) the financial statements do not accord with those records; or (3) the financial statements do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of financial statements set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the financial statements give a true and fair view, which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached. Jeremy Leboff FCCA ## **Sobell Rhodes LLP** **----- Start of picture text -----**
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The Kinetic Centre Theobald Street Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 4PJ > Date: 08/03/2026 799C0000-2500-3672-DC3B-08DE7B83C31F Page 7 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ |**Notes**
**Income from:**
Donations and legacies
**3**
**Total income**
**Expenditure on:**
Charitable activities
**4**
Other expenditure
**5**
**Total expenditure**
**Net income / (expenditure) and movement in funds**
**Reconciliation of funds:**
Fund balances at 9 May 2024
**Fund balances at 8 May 2025**|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**2025**
**£**
42,761
42,761
37,841
3,031
40,871
1,890
- 9,727
- 7,837|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**2024**
**£**
30,491
30,491
39,486
2,148
41,634
- 11,143
1,416
- 9,727| |---|---|---| The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities. Page 8 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** ## BALANCE SHEET _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ **----- Start of picture text -----**
2025 2024
Notes £ £ £ £
Fixed assets
Tangible assets 9 1,489 800
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand 2,987 2,586
Debtors 10 1,922
Creditors:
Amounts falling due within one year 11 - 14,234 - 13,113
Net current (liabilities)/assets - 9,325 - 10,527
Total assets less current liabilities - 7,837 - 9,727
The funds of the charity
Unrestricted funds 13 - 7,837 - 9,727
- 7,837 - 9,727
The financial statements were approved by the trustees on ____________________
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Zvi Brooks Brian John Grossman
Trustee Trustee
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Page 9 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ## _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ ## **1 Accounting policies** ## **Charity information** Chabad Lubavitch Bricket Wood & Districts is a registered charity, number 1198884. ## **1.1 Accounting convention** The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102. The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below. ## **1.2 Going concern** At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements. ## **1.3 Charitable funds** Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives. Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors or grantors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements. Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the charity. Page 10 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ **1 Accounting policies** ## **(Continued)** ## **1.4 Income** Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably and it is probable that income will be received. Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation. Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset. ## **1.5 Expenditure** Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. ## **1.6 Tangible fixed assets** Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses. Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases: Fixtures and fittings 10% per annum on cost The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset and is recognised in the statement of financial activities. Page 11 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ ## **1 Accounting policies** ## **(Continued)** ## **1.7 Cash and cash equivalents** Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities. ## _**Basic financial assets**_ Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised. ## _**Basic financial liabilities**_ Basic financial liabilities, including creditors, are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised. ## **2 Critical accounting estimates and judgements** In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods. Page 12 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ## _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ **3 Income from donations and legacies** |Donations and gifts
Grants
**4**
**Expenditure on charitable activities**
**Direct costs**
Sabbath and festival events
Rent
Burial costs
Celebrants
Salaries
Employers NIC
Synagogue upkeep
Insurance
Office and administrative expenses
**5**
**Other expenditure**
Advertising
Professional fees
Travel
Accountancy fees
Bank charges
Depreciation|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**2025**
**£**
42,761
-
42,761
**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**2025**
**£**
13,484
6,000
2,622
-
6,000
12
4,944
828
3,950
37,841
**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**2025**
**£**
547
-
517
1,033
637
297
3,031|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**2024**
**£**
29,691
800
30,491
**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**2024**
**£**
21,766
6,000
-
7,000
-
-
1,594
803
2,323
39,486
**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**2024**
**£**
974
96
-
30
948
100
2,148| |---|---|---| Page 13 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ## _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ ## **6 Trustees** None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year. ## **7 Employees** Number of employees during the year : 1 (2024 : 1) ## **8 Taxation** The charity is exempt from taxation on its activities because all its income is applied for charitable purposes. |**9**
**Tangible fixed assets**
**Cost**
At 9 May 2024
Additions
At 8 May 2025
**Depreciation and impairment**
At 9 May 2024
Depreciation charged in the year
At 8 May 2025
**Carrying amount**
At 8 May 2025
At 8 May 2024|**Fixtures and**
**fittings**
**£**
996
986
1982
196
297
493
1,489
800| |---|---| Page 14 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ |**10**
**Debtors**
Prepayments
**11**
**Creditors: amounts falling due within one year**
Trade Creditors
Other Creditors
Accruals and deferred income
Social Security and other Taxes|**2025**
**£**
1,922
1,922.00
**2025**
**£**
1,844
12,378
-
12
14,234|**2024**
**£**
-
-
**2024**
**£**
-
12,733
380
-
13,113| |---|---|---| ## **12 Related party transactions** There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2024 - none). Page 15 **CHABAD LUBAVITCH BRICKET WOOD DISTRICTS** NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS _FOR THE YEAR ENDED 8 MAY 2025_ ## **13 Unrestricted funds** The unrestricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants which are not subject to specific conditions by donors and grantors as to how they may be used. These include designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes. |General funds
**Previous period:**
General funds|**At 9 May**
**2024**
**£**
(9,727)
**At 9 May**
**2023**
1,416|**Incoming**
**resources**
**£**
42,761
**Incoming**
**resources**
30,491|**Resources**
**expended**
**£**
(40,871)
**Resources**
**expended**
(41,634)|**At 8 May**
**2025**
**£**
(7,837)
**At 8 May**
**2024**
(9,727)| |---|---|---|---|---| Page 16