--- title: "Guildford Food Bank — check charity number 1188640 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Guildford Food Bank a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1188640. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Cabell Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/guildford-food-bank retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:11:14.897Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Guildford Food Bank is a registered charity (number 1188640) 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. Its latest reported income was £199,998 (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 Guildford Food Bank? Registered charity number 1188640 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Cabell Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £199,998 Website [www.guildfordfoodbank.org](http://www.guildfordfoodbank.org/) ## What does Guildford Food Bank do? The charity provides food and household items to needy individuals and families in the Guildford area. In some cases it helps with household gas and electricity payments. ## What causes is Guildford Food Bank registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Guildford Food Bank yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Guildford Food Bank 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=guildford-food-bank&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.guildfordfoodbank.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Guildford Food Bank a legitimate charity? Yes. Guildford Food Bank is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1188640) 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 Guildford Food Bank's charity number? Guildford Food Bank's charity number is 1188640. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1188640? Search 1188640 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 Guildford Food Bank do? The charity provides food and household items to needy individuals and families in the Guildford area. In some cases it helps with household gas and electricity payments. Does Guildford Food Bank have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Guildford Food Bank. 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 Guildford Food Bank? Guildford Food Bank's website is http://www.guildfordfoodbank.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/1188640).