--- title: "Menucha V'simcha — check charity number 1159607 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Menucha V'simcha a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1159607. General Charitable Purposes charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/menucha-v-simcha retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:45:14.006Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Menucha V'simcha is a registered charity (number 1159607) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; religious activities; economic/community development/employment. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Menucha V'simcha? Registered charity number 1159607 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location London Website [www.menuchavesimcha.org](http://www.menuchavesimcha.org/) ## What does Menucha V'simcha do? Menucha V'Simcha was established with the goal of enhancing people's lives through increased knowledge and observance of Shabbat, with a particular focus on the inspirational power of Friday night. We are non-judgmental and want to reach out to Jews from across the religious spectrum and across all demographics to help them begin or improve their Friday night experience. ## What causes is Menucha V'simcha registered for? General Charitable PurposesReligious ActivitiesEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Menucha V'simcha yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Menucha V'simcha is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=menucha-v-simcha&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.menuchavesimcha.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Menucha V'simcha a legitimate charity? Yes. Menucha V'simcha is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1159607) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Menucha V'simcha's charity number? Menucha V'simcha's charity number is 1159607. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1159607? Search 1159607 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Menucha V'simcha do? Menucha V'Simcha was established with the goal of enhancing people's lives through increased knowledge and observance of Shabbat, with a particular focus on the inspirational power of Friday night. We are non-judgmental and want to reach out to Jews from across the religious spectrum and across all demographics to help them begin or improve their Friday night experience. Does Menucha V'simcha have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Menucha V'simcha. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Menucha V'simcha? Menucha V'simcha's website is http://www.menuchavesimcha.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1159607).