--- title: "Gamfam — check charity number 1191139 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gamfam a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1191139. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 19 Holywells Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gamfam retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:52:15.828Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gamfam is a registered charity (number 1191139) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £234,718 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 Gamfam? Registered charity number 1191139 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 19 Holywells Road Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £234,718 Website [www,gamfam.org.uk](http://www,gamfam.org.uk/) ## What does Gamfam do? Raising public awareness and understanding of the early warning signs commonly associated with the development of a gambling disorder to promote early intervention and minimise and related potential harms Providing advice and support in particular but not exclusively to the parents, family and friends of teenagers and young people at risk of a gambling disorder ## What causes is Gamfam registered for? General Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gamfam yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gamfam 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=gamfam&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www,gamfam.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gamfam a legitimate charity? Yes. Gamfam is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1191139) 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 Gamfam's charity number? Gamfam's charity number is 1191139. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1191139? Search 1191139 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 Gamfam do? Raising public awareness and understanding of the early warning signs commonly associated with the development of a gambling disorder to promote early intervention and minimise and related potential harms Providing advice and support in particular but not exclusively to the parents, family and friends of teenagers and young people at risk of a gambling disorder Does Gamfam have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gamfam. 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 Gamfam? Gamfam's website is http://www,gamfam.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/1191139).