--- title: "Guitar Aid — check charity number 1122598 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Guitar Aid a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1122598. Education/training charity based in Exeter. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/guitar-aid retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:07:52.786Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Guitar Aid is a registered charity (number 1122598) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; overseas aid/famine relief; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £24,923 (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 Guitar Aid? Registered charity number 1122598 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Exeter Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £24,923 Website [www.guitar-aid.com](http://www.guitar-aid.com/) ## What does Guitar Aid do? Providing guitars to individuals and organisations where it is difficult to obtain or purchase them. For the purpose of developing music skills and promoting praise and worship in Churches and youth groups. ## What causes is Guitar Aid registered for? Education/trainingOverseas Aid/famine ReliefReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Guitar Aid yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Guitar Aid 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=guitar-aid&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.guitar-aid.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Guitar Aid a legitimate charity? Yes. Guitar Aid is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1122598) 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 Guitar Aid's charity number? Guitar Aid's charity number is 1122598. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1122598? Search 1122598 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 Guitar Aid do? Providing guitars to individuals and organisations where it is difficult to obtain or purchase them. For the purpose of developing music skills and promoting praise and worship in Churches and youth groups. Does Guitar Aid have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Guitar Aid. 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 Guitar Aid? Guitar Aid's website is http://www.guitar-aid.com — 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/1122598).