--- title: "Greater Manchester Drama Federation — check charity number 517020 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Greater Manchester Drama Federation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 517020. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Woodford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/greater-manchester-drama-federation retrieved: 2026-08-24T02:32:51.959Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Greater Manchester Drama Federation is a registered charity (number 517020) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science; recreation. Its latest reported income was £17,320 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Greater Manchester Drama Federation? Registered charity number 517020 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Woodford Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £17,320 Website [www.gmdf.org](http://www.gmdf.org/) ## What does Greater Manchester Drama Federation do? The aim is to promote amateur theatre in and across the greater manchester area together with updates of legal and national requirements, this involves approximately 60 societies. ## What causes is Greater Manchester Drama Federation registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/scienceRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Greater Manchester Drama Federation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Greater Manchester Drama Federation 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=greater-manchester-drama-federation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.gmdf.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Greater Manchester Drama Federation a legitimate charity? Yes. Greater Manchester Drama Federation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 517020) 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 Greater Manchester Drama Federation's charity number? Greater Manchester Drama Federation's charity number is 517020. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 517020? Search 517020 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 Greater Manchester Drama Federation do? The aim is to promote amateur theatre in and across the greater manchester area together with updates of legal and national requirements, this involves approximately 60 societies. Does Greater Manchester Drama Federation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Greater Manchester Drama Federation. 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 Greater Manchester Drama Federation? Greater Manchester Drama Federation's website is http://www.gmdf.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/517020).