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title: "Gateway M40 — check charity number 1173971 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Gateway M40 a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1173971. Education/training charity based in Wilsons Park Building 2H. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gateway-m40
retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:12:44.429Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Gateway M40 is a registered charity (number 1173971) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £308,847 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Gateway M40?

Registered charity number

1173971

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Wilsons Park Building 2H

Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)

£308,847

Website

[www.gatewaydebtadvice.org.uk](http://www.gatewaydebtadvice.org.uk/)

## What does Gateway M40 do?

The activities of Gateway M40 include free debt advice, sustained support through the debt management process, budget teaching, benefit checks and support, signposting and introduction to other relevant services. We offer Welfare Benefit advice and support. We offer free access to telephones, laptops and internet in all matters relating to the above.

## What causes is Gateway M40 registered for?

Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gateway M40 yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gateway M40 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.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.gatewaydebtadvice.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Gateway M40 a legitimate charity?

Yes. Gateway M40 is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1173971) 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 Gateway M40's charity number?

Gateway M40's charity number is 1173971. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1173971?

Search 1173971 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 Gateway M40 do?

The activities of Gateway M40 include free debt advice, sustained support through the debt management process, budget teaching, benefit checks and support, signposting and introduction to other relevant services. We offer Welfare Benefit advice and support. We offer free access to telephones, laptops and internet in all matters relating to the above.

Does Gateway M40 have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gateway M40. 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 Gateway M40?

Gateway M40's website is http://www.gatewaydebtadvice.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/1173971).