--- title: "Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research — check charity number 1063939 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1063939. Education/training charity based in 50 Fitzroy Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/esperanza-trust-for-anthropological-research-2 retrieved: 2026-08-24T06:20:01.289Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research is a registered charity (number 1063939) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £76,269 (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 Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research? Registered charity number 1063939 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location 50 Fitzroy Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £76,269 Website [www.therai.org.uk](http://www.therai.org.uk/) ## What does Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research do? The income of the Fund is applied to promoting the study and teaching of anthropology. The policy of the Trustees is to devote about half its net income to subsidising exceptional expenditure of the Royal Anthropological Institute. The other half is devoted to an annual research fellowship scheme in association with a UK or Ireland university, known as 'Leach/RAI Fellowships'. ## What causes is Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research 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=esperanza-trust-for-anthropological-research-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.therai.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research a legitimate charity? Yes. Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1063939) 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 Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research's charity number? Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research's charity number is 1063939. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1063939? Search 1063939 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 Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research do? The income of the Fund is applied to promoting the study and teaching of anthropology. The policy of the Trustees is to devote about half its net income to subsidising exceptional expenditure of the Royal Anthropological Institute. The other half is devoted to an annual research fellowship scheme in association with a UK or Ireland university, known as 'Leach/RAI Fellowships'. Does Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research. 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 Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research? Esperanza Trust for Anthropological Research's website is http://www.therai.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/1063939).