Is Erauk a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Erauk as a registered charity (number 800543) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Erauk's charity number?

Erauk's charity number is 800543. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 800543?

Search 800543 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.

Does Erauk have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Erauk. 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 Erauk?

Erauk's website listed in our register data is http://www.era-uk.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

What was Erauk previously called?

The register lists this previous name for Erauk: Eritrean Relief Association U K.

When was Erauk registered as a charity?

Erauk was entered on the register on 16 December 1988. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 02294497).

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Erauk

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Erauk is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include general charitable purposes, education/training, the advancement of health or saving of lives.

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What are the key facts about Erauk?

Reported income · year ending 2026-04-05: £2,364
Reported spending · year ending 2026-04-05: £1,484
Registered charity number: 800543
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Charitable company
Register contact address detail (not service area): 5th Floor
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes
Website: www.era-uk.org

Quick answer

Erauk (number 800543) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Erauk do?

Fundraising activities to meet demands led charitable projects in Eritrea have been our priority. Currently the two main projects are i) in support of children and schools for the visually and hearing impaired, and ii) in support of education of students through the provision of suitable electronic devices.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Erauk

Answers Erauk gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register records Erauk as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 16 December 1988
Company number: 02294497 (Companies House)
Also known as: Era-UK
Previous names on the register: Eritrean Relief Association U K
Where it says it operates: Eritrea · Throughout England

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; People With Disabilities; People Of A Particular Ethnic Or Racial Origin.

Reported activities: Makes Grants To Organisations; Provides Human Resources; Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Sponsors Or Undertakes Research.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Erauk registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives

Why is there no Clarity Score for Erauk yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Erauk. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Erauk?

Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation.
Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract.
Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. An unrated profile means we lack a full assessment; it is not a negative rating.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Erauk a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Erauk as a registered charity (number 800543) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Erauk's charity number?: Erauk's charity number is 800543. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 800543?: Search 800543 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 Erauk do?: Fundraising activities to meet demands led charitable projects in Eritrea have been our priority. Currently the two main projects are i) in support of children and schools for the visually and hearing impaired, and ii) in support of education of students through the provision of suitable electronic devices.
Does Erauk have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Erauk. 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 Erauk?: Erauk's website listed in our register data is http://www.era-uk.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Erauk?: The register records Erauk as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
What was Erauk previously called?: The register lists this previous name for Erauk: Eritrean Relief Association U K.
When was Erauk registered as a charity?: Erauk was entered on the register on 16 December 1988. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 02294497).

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.