--- title: "Empowering Roots — check charity number 1212986 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Empowering Roots a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1212986. Disability charity based in Blackburn. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/empowering-roots retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:25:27.878Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Empowering Roots is a registered charity (number 1212986) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. 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 Empowering Roots? Registered charity number 1212986 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Blackburn Website [Www.empoweringroots.org](http://www.empoweringroots.org/) ## What does Empowering Roots do? At Empowering Roots we act with compassion, urgency, and heart for those in Morocco facing hardship. In times of crisis and everyday struggle, we deliver vital relief, offer a hand of support, and bring moments of hope. Our mission is to lift lives, spark resilience, and build a community where no one feels forgotten. ## What causes is Empowering Roots registered for? DisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Empowering Roots yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Empowering Roots 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=empowering-roots&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.empoweringroots.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Empowering Roots a legitimate charity? Yes. Empowering Roots is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1212986) 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 Empowering Roots's charity number? Empowering Roots's charity number is 1212986. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1212986? Search 1212986 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 Empowering Roots do? At Empowering Roots we act with compassion, urgency, and heart for those in Morocco facing hardship. In times of crisis and everyday struggle, we deliver vital relief, offer a hand of support, and bring moments of hope. Our mission is to lift lives, spark resilience, and build a community where no one feels forgotten. Does Empowering Roots have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Empowering Roots. 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 Empowering Roots? Empowering Roots's website is http://Www.empoweringroots.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/1212986).