--- title: "Hands of Hope Foundation — check charity number 1189406 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Hands of Hope Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1189406. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Rochester. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hands-of-hope-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:30:30.080Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Hands of Hope Foundation is a registered charity (number 1189406) 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; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £41,725 (year ending 2025-02-27). 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 Hands of Hope Foundation? Registered charity number 1189406 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Rochester Latest income (year ending 2025-02-27) £41,725 Website [www.handsofhopefoundation.org.uk](http://www.handsofhopefoundation.org.uk/) ## What does Hands of Hope Foundation do? Our main focus is on assisting vulnerable adults by facilitating means that will enable them integrate in the communities. The foundation provides housing and educational support, information, advice, training and advocacy on dealing with the ongoing effects of homelessness and unemployment issues, food provision when required. The charity also supports African Orphanage homes where necessary. ## What causes is Hands of Hope Foundation registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hands of Hope Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hands of Hope 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=hands-of-hope-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.handsofhopefoundation.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Hands of Hope Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Hands of Hope Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1189406) 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 Hands of Hope Foundation's charity number? Hands of Hope Foundation's charity number is 1189406. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1189406? Search 1189406 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 Hands of Hope Foundation do? Our main focus is on assisting vulnerable adults by facilitating means that will enable them integrate in the communities. The foundation provides housing and educational support, information, advice, training and advocacy on dealing with the ongoing effects of homelessness and unemployment issues, food provision when required. The charity also supports African Orphanage homes where necessary. Does Hands of Hope Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hands of Hope 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 Hands of Hope Foundation? Hands of Hope Foundation's website is http://www.handsofhopefoundation.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/1189406).