--- title: "Empathy Action — check charity number 1162224 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Empathy Action a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1162224. Education/training charity based in 28 Church Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/empathy-action retrieved: 2026-08-24T00:08:33.215Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Empathy Action is a registered charity (number 1162224) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £38,650 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Empathy Action? Registered charity number 1162224 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 28 Church Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £38,650 Website [www.empathyaction.org](http://www.empathyaction.org/) ## What does Empathy Action do? Empathy Action focuses on deepening people's awareness of global deprivation and finding strategic ways of helping those in need.Simulations of life experiences allow participants to walk in the shoes of those in extreme poverty, and stimulate discussion about how to respond to humanitarian need.We also sell fairly traded handicrafts produced by disadvantaged groups from around the world. ## What causes is Empathy Action registered for? Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Empathy Action yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Empathy Action 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=empathy-action&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.empathyaction.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Empathy Action a legitimate charity? Yes. Empathy Action is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1162224) 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 Empathy Action's charity number? Empathy Action's charity number is 1162224. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1162224? Search 1162224 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 Empathy Action do? Empathy Action focuses on deepening people's awareness of global deprivation and finding strategic ways of helping those in need.Simulations of life experiences allow participants to walk in the shoes of those in extreme poverty, and stimulate discussion about how to respond to humanitarian need.We also sell fairly traded handicrafts produced by disadvantaged groups from around the world. Does Empathy Action have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Empathy Action. 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 Empathy Action? Empathy Action's website is http://www.empathyaction.org — 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/1162224).