--- title: "Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited — check charity number 1041714 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1041714. General Charitable Purposes charity based in County House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dorset-federation-of-women-s-institutes-limited retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:39:54.236Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited is a registered charity (number 1041714) 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. Its latest reported income was £131,250 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited? Registered charity number 1041714 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location County House Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £131,250 Website [www.theWI.org.uk/dorset](http://www.thewi.org.uk/dorset) ## What does Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited do? Organise a diverse range of educational and events throughout each year. Attend a variety of shows and events in Dorset to raise awareness of the work the Women's Institutes do and to work on increasing membership. Work on active campaigns for better living for people and the environment. ## What causes is Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited 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=dorset-federation-of-women-s-institutes-limited&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thewi.org.uk/dorset) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited a legitimate charity? Yes. Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1041714) 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 Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited's charity number? Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited's charity number is 1041714. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1041714? Search 1041714 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 Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited do? Organise a diverse range of educational and events throughout each year. Attend a variety of shows and events in Dorset to raise awareness of the work the Women's Institutes do and to work on increasing membership. Work on active campaigns for better living for people and the environment. Does Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited. 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 Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited? Dorset Federation of Women's Institutes Limited's website is http://www.theWI.org.uk/dorset — 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/1041714).