--- title: "Gilkinson Foundation — check charity number 1210833 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gilkinson Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1210833. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Croydon. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gilkinson-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:21:50.727Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gilkinson Foundation is a registered charity (number 1210833) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities. 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 Gilkinson Foundation? Registered charity number 1210833 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Croydon ## What does Gilkinson Foundation do? Gilkison Foundation has funds available, to be allocated to Charities which are aligned to the charitable objectives to support primarily Croydon based charities (but not exclusively) which are seeking to make a difference to the lives of young people, vulnerable people and issues of wider social concern, which are primarily underpinned by Christian values. ## What causes is Gilkinson Foundation registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gilkinson Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gilkinson Foundation 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=gilkinson-foundation&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gilkinson Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Gilkinson Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1210833) 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 Gilkinson Foundation's charity number? Gilkinson Foundation's charity number is 1210833. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1210833? Search 1210833 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 Gilkinson Foundation do? Gilkison Foundation has funds available, to be allocated to Charities which are aligned to the charitable objectives to support primarily Croydon based charities (but not exclusively) which are seeking to make a difference to the lives of young people, vulnerable people and issues of wider social concern, which are primarily underpinned by Christian values. Does Gilkinson Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gilkinson Foundation. 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 Gilkinson Foundation? Gilkinson Foundation does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1210833).