--- title: "Doncaster Foster Carers' Association — check charity number 1172954 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Doncaster Foster Carers' Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1172954. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Doncaster. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/doncaster-foster-carers-association retrieved: 2026-08-24T00:30:01.190Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Doncaster Foster Carers' Association is a registered charity (number 1172954) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; recreation. Its latest reported income was £12,368 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Doncaster Foster Carers' Association? Registered charity number 1172954 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Doncaster Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £12,368 Website [www.dfca.org.uk](http://www.dfca.org.uk/) ## What does Doncaster Foster Carers' Association do? Doncaster Foster Carers' Association, known as DFCA, was formed in June 2014.We work closely with Trust Fostering, delivered by Doncaster Children's Services Trust, and arrange a large number of activities and events for foster carers, their children and those children that they look after. ## What causes is Doncaster Foster Carers' Association registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Doncaster Foster Carers' Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Doncaster Foster Carers' Association 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=doncaster-foster-carers-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dfca.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Doncaster Foster Carers' Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Doncaster Foster Carers' Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1172954) 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 Doncaster Foster Carers' Association's charity number? Doncaster Foster Carers' Association's charity number is 1172954. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1172954? Search 1172954 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 Doncaster Foster Carers' Association do? Doncaster Foster Carers' Association, known as DFCA, was formed in June 2014.We work closely with Trust Fostering, delivered by Doncaster Children's Services Trust, and arrange a large number of activities and events for foster carers, their children and those children that they look after. Does Doncaster Foster Carers' Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Doncaster Foster Carers' Association. 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 Doncaster Foster Carers' Association? Doncaster Foster Carers' Association's website is http://www.dfca.org.uk — 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/1172954).