--- title: "Growing Different — check charity number 1196698 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Growing Different a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196698. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Allia Future Business Centre. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/growing-different retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:11:51.678Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Growing Different is a registered charity (number 1196698) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; disability. Its latest reported income was £212 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Growing Different? Registered charity number 1196698 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Allia Future Business Centre Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £212 Website [growingdifferent.org.uk](http://growingdifferent.org.uk/) ## What does Growing Different do? We provide support and information for those working with or caring for those with neurodevelopmental conditions (NDCs). We also work independently and in collaboration with other organisations to raise awareness, understanding and research into overlapping, complex and lesser known NDCs. ## What causes is Growing Different registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Growing Different yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Growing Different 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=growing-different&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://growingdifferent.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Growing Different a legitimate charity? Yes. Growing Different is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196698) 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 Growing Different's charity number? Growing Different's charity number is 1196698. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1196698? Search 1196698 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 Growing Different do? We provide support and information for those working with or caring for those with neurodevelopmental conditions (NDCs). We also work independently and in collaboration with other organisations to raise awareness, understanding and research into overlapping, complex and lesser known NDCs. Does Growing Different have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Growing Different. 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 Growing Different? Growing Different's website is http://growingdifferent.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/1196698).