--- title: "Dr John Fothersgill Trust — check charity number 233049 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dr John Fothersgill Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 233049. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Bede Tower. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dr-john-fothersgill-trust retrieved: 2026-08-24T02:48:34.707Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dr John Fothersgill Trust is a registered charity (number 233049) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £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 Dr John Fothersgill Trust? Registered charity number 233049 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Bede Tower Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £368 Website [www.guildofhelp.co.uk](http://www.guildofhelp.co.uk/) ## What does Dr John Fothersgill Trust do? Administers welfare cases through small funds and operates as an enabling charity at Bede Tower, Burton Road, Sunderland, SR2 7EA. ## What causes is Dr John Fothersgill Trust registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dr John Fothersgill Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dr John Fothersgill Trust 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=dr-john-fothersgill-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.guildofhelp.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dr John Fothersgill Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Dr John Fothersgill Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 233049) 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 Dr John Fothersgill Trust's charity number? Dr John Fothersgill Trust's charity number is 233049. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 233049? Search 233049 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 Dr John Fothersgill Trust do? Administers welfare cases through small funds and operates as an enabling charity at Bede Tower, Burton Road, Sunderland, SR2 7EA. Does Dr John Fothersgill Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dr John Fothersgill Trust. 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 Dr John Fothersgill Trust? Dr John Fothersgill Trust's website is http://www.guildofhelp.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/233049).