Raleigh Ltd

Raleigh Ltd is a UK-registered charity (number 1123687), established on 16 April 2008, dedicated exclusively to advancing the Orthodox Jewish faith and providing religious education in line with its tenets. Governed by a memorandum and articles of association, it supports Orthodox Jewish religious life through targeted grant-making, embodying core values of religious fidelity, prudent stewardship, and community-specific philanthropy. Distinctively niche, it prioritizes Orthodox Jewish institutions over broader charitable causes, with a history of Charity Commission scrutiny over low expenditure relative to reserves, resolved through enhanced governance, fund recovery, and strict conflict-of-interest policies—all trustees serve unpaid.

It funds religious education, faith promotion, and core operational costs for Orthodox Jewish organisations, synagogues, and educational bodies, including project, capital, or restricted grants aligned with Orthodox principles. Support targets established medium-to-large institutions advancing religious practice and learning, with no emphasis on direct community services or non-religious activities.

Eligibility is tightly restricted to Orthodox Jewish charities and faith-based entities based solely in London and England; no income thresholds are specified, though preference leans toward organisations with strong governance and capacity. Raleigh Ltd does not accept unsolicited applications—funding is trustee-discretionary for pre-selected aligned bodies, with no public process, forms, or deadlines. Grants typically range from £5,000 to £75,000, awarded ad hoc via private board decisions, often favoring ongoing religious activities over one-off projects.

Unlike generalist funders, Raleigh Ltd excludes non-Orthodox causes, secular initiatives, or organisations outside its geographic and faith remit, positioning it as a specialised supporter for London's Orthodox Jewish ecosystem amid a track record of selective, compliance-focused philanthropy.