--- title: "Gacd Action — check charity number 1174867 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gacd Action a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1174867. Education/training charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gacd-action retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:53:54.842Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gacd Action is a registered charity (number 1174867) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; the prevention or relief of poverty. 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 Gacd Action? Registered charity number 1174867 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location London Website [www.gacd.org](http://www.gacd.org/) ## What does Gacd Action do? GACD Action aims to promote health research globally to prevent and alleviate chronic (NCDs) and reduce health disparities amongst under-served communities particularly in low and middle income countries. Until 31/12/2024 GACD Action (Charity no. 1138223-22) was a linked charity to Medical Research Foundation (Charity No 1138223) which reported annually on our finances as restricted funds. ## What causes is Gacd Action registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gacd Action yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gacd Action 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=gacd-action&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.gacd.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gacd Action a legitimate charity? Yes. Gacd Action is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1174867) 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 Gacd Action's charity number? Gacd Action's charity number is 1174867. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1174867? Search 1174867 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 Gacd Action do? GACD Action aims to promote health research globally to prevent and alleviate chronic (NCDs) and reduce health disparities amongst under-served communities particularly in low and middle income countries. Until 31/12/2024 GACD Action (Charity no. 1138223-22) was a linked charity to Medical Research Foundation (Charity No 1138223) which reported annually on our finances as restricted funds. Does Gacd Action have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gacd Action. 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 Gacd Action? Gacd Action's website is http://www.gacd.org — 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/1174867).