--- title: "Francis Bancroft's Trust — check charity number 310929 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Francis Bancroft's Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 310929. Education/training charity based in Drapers Hall. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/francis-bancroft-s-trust retrieved: 2026-08-24T00:24:18.175Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Francis Bancroft's Trust is a registered charity (number 310929) 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 £178,742 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Francis Bancroft's Trust? Registered charity number 310929 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Drapers Hall Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £178,742 Website [www.thedrapers.co.uk](http://www.thedrapers.co.uk/) ## What does Francis Bancroft's Trust do? The support of Bancroft's School through the provision of money and resources, and the encouragement of scholastic, sporting or other achievements by the pupils of the School through the provision of prizes and scholarships. ## What causes is Francis Bancroft's Trust registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Francis Bancroft's Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Francis Bancroft's Trust 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=francis-bancroft-s-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thedrapers.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Francis Bancroft's Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Francis Bancroft's Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 310929) 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 Francis Bancroft's Trust's charity number? Francis Bancroft's Trust's charity number is 310929. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 310929? Search 310929 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 Francis Bancroft's Trust do? The support of Bancroft's School through the provision of money and resources, and the encouragement of scholastic, sporting or other achievements by the pupils of the School through the provision of prizes and scholarships. Does Francis Bancroft's Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Francis Bancroft's Trust. 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 Francis Bancroft's Trust? Francis Bancroft's Trust's website is http://www.thedrapers.co.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/310929).