--- title: "Freshwater Biological Association — check charity number 214440 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Freshwater Biological Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 214440. Education/training charity based in Association. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/freshwater-biological-association retrieved: 2026-08-24T02:48:31.124Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Freshwater Biological Association is a registered charity (number 214440) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £1,018,809 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Freshwater Biological Association? Registered charity number 214440 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Association Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,018,809 Website [www.fba.org.uk](http://www.fba.org.uk/) ## What does Freshwater Biological Association do? A membership organisation that aims to promote freshwater science by supporting innovative research and providing training facilities as well as being a source of sound independent scientific opinion ## What causes is Freshwater Biological Association registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Freshwater Biological Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Freshwater Biological Association 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=freshwater-biological-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.fba.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Freshwater Biological Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Freshwater Biological Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 214440) 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 Freshwater Biological Association's charity number? Freshwater Biological Association's charity number is 214440. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 214440? Search 214440 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 Freshwater Biological Association do? A membership organisation that aims to promote freshwater science by supporting innovative research and providing training facilities as well as being a source of sound independent scientific opinion Does Freshwater Biological Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Freshwater Biological Association. 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 Freshwater Biological Association? Freshwater Biological Association's website is http://www.fba.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/214440).