--- title: "Dorset Indian Association — check charity number 1189959 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dorset Indian Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1189959. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Lilliput. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dorset-indian-association retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:30:54.752Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dorset Indian Association is a registered charity (number 1189959) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £12,720 (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 Dorset Indian Association? Registered charity number 1189959 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Lilliput Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £12,720 Website [www.diauk.co.uk](http://www.diauk.co.uk/) ## What does Dorset Indian Association do? Our aim is to promote arts and cultural heritage of India. We achieve this by organising celebrations like Durga Puja, Saraswati Puja, Rabindra Nazrul Jayanti and other cultural programmes throughout the year.We arrange charity events and raffles to raise money and we have donated to charities like BBC Children in Need, St Mungos Bournemouth, Julias House, Bournemouth Womens Refuge and others. ## What causes is Dorset Indian Association registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dorset Indian Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dorset Indian 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=dorset-indian-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.diauk.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dorset Indian Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Dorset Indian Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1189959) 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 Indian Association's charity number? Dorset Indian Association's charity number is 1189959. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1189959? Search 1189959 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 Indian Association do? Our aim is to promote arts and cultural heritage of India. We achieve this by organising celebrations like Durga Puja, Saraswati Puja, Rabindra Nazrul Jayanti and other cultural programmes throughout the year.We arrange charity events and raffles to raise money and we have donated to charities like BBC Children in Need, St Mungos Bournemouth, Julias House, Bournemouth Womens Refuge and others. Does Dorset Indian Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dorset Indian 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 Dorset Indian Association? Dorset Indian Association's website is http://www.diauk.co.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/1189959).