--- title: "Foundation for Medieval Genealogy — check charity number 1090387 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Foundation for Medieval Genealogy a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1090387. Education/training charity based in Vowchurch. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/foundation-for-medieval-genealogy retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:13:32.348Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Foundation for Medieval Genealogy is a registered charity (number 1090387) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £5,029 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Foundation for Medieval Genealogy? Registered charity number 1090387 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Vowchurch Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £5,029 Website [fmg.ac](https://fmg.ac/) ## What does Foundation for Medieval Genealogy do? Advancement of public understanding of medieval genealogy and prosopography, and the promotion of research into medieval genealogy. Publication of learned articles and books both printed and electronically, and the provision of data sets via our website. ## What causes is Foundation for Medieval Genealogy registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Foundation for Medieval Genealogy yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Foundation for Medieval Genealogy 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=foundation-for-medieval-genealogy&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://fmg.ac/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Foundation for Medieval Genealogy a legitimate charity? Yes. Foundation for Medieval Genealogy is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1090387) 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 Foundation for Medieval Genealogy's charity number? Foundation for Medieval Genealogy's charity number is 1090387. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1090387? Search 1090387 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 Foundation for Medieval Genealogy do? Advancement of public understanding of medieval genealogy and prosopography, and the promotion of research into medieval genealogy. Publication of learned articles and books both printed and electronically, and the provision of data sets via our website. Does Foundation for Medieval Genealogy have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Foundation for Medieval Genealogy. 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 Foundation for Medieval Genealogy? Foundation for Medieval Genealogy's website is https://fmg.ac — 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/1090387).