--- title: "Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union — check charity number 1160122 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1160122. Armed Forces/emergency Service Efficiency charity based in Defence Academy. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/defence-academy-arts-and-sports-union retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:39:43.667Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union is a registered charity (number 1160122) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: armed forces/emergency service efficiency. Its latest reported income was £130,789 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union? Registered charity number 1160122 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Defence Academy Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £130,789 ## What does Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union do? The Athletics Union continues to grow and attract new members by providing sporting opportunities and instruction for Armed Forces personnel. ## What causes is Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union registered for? Armed Forces/emergency Service Efficiency ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union 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=defence-academy-arts-and-sports-union&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union a legitimate charity? Yes. Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1160122) 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 Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union's charity number? Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union's charity number is 1160122. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1160122? Search 1160122 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 Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union do? The Athletics Union continues to grow and attract new members by providing sporting opportunities and instruction for Armed Forces personnel. Does Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union. 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 Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union? Defence Academy Arts and Sports Union does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1160122).