--- title: "Down's Syndrome Manchester — check charity number 1164570 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Down's Syndrome Manchester a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1164570. Education/training charity based in Unit 17. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/down-s-syndrome-manchester retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:30:47.506Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Down's Syndrome Manchester is a registered charity (number 1164570) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; disability. Its latest reported income was £187,651 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Down's Syndrome Manchester? Registered charity number 1164570 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Unit 17 Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £187,651 Website [www.dsmanchester.org.uk](http://www.dsmanchester.org.uk/) ## What does Down's Syndrome Manchester do? South Manchester Down's Syndrome Support Group is a member led charity. We exist to empower children and young people with Down's syndrome to reach their potential and lead fulfilling lives. We do this directly by facilitating their access to social and educational opportunities and indirectly by helping their family members and carers. ## What causes is Down's Syndrome Manchester registered for? Education/trainingDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Down's Syndrome Manchester yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Down's Syndrome Manchester 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=down-s-syndrome-manchester&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dsmanchester.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Down's Syndrome Manchester a legitimate charity? Yes. Down's Syndrome Manchester is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1164570) 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 Down's Syndrome Manchester's charity number? Down's Syndrome Manchester's charity number is 1164570. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1164570? Search 1164570 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 Down's Syndrome Manchester do? South Manchester Down's Syndrome Support Group is a member led charity. We exist to empower children and young people with Down's syndrome to reach their potential and lead fulfilling lives. We do this directly by facilitating their access to social and educational opportunities and indirectly by helping their family members and carers. Does Down's Syndrome Manchester have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Down's Syndrome Manchester. 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 Down's Syndrome Manchester? Down's Syndrome Manchester's website is http://www.dsmanchester.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/1164570).