--- title: "Harm Reduction International — check charity number 1117375 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Harm Reduction International a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1117375. Education/training charity based in Edward Pavilion. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/harm-reduction-international retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:23:25.880Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Harm Reduction International is a registered charity (number 1117375) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £1,257,815 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Harm Reduction International? Registered charity number 1117375 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Edward Pavilion Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £1,257,815 Website [www.hri.global](http://www.hri.global/) ## What does Harm Reduction International do? TO PROTECT AND PRESERVE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY BY: (A) UNDERTAKING RESEARCH INTO THE CAUSES OF DRUG USE AND ASSOCIATED PROBLEMS, (PARTICULARLY RELATING TO ILLICIT DRUGS AND ALCOHOL); (B) DEVELOPING POLICIES AND STRATEGIES TO REDUCE LEVELS OF HARM ASSOCIATED WITH DRUG USE; (C) ADVANCING THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC AND ORGANISATIONS IN POLICIES AND STRATEGIES ## What causes is Harm Reduction International registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Harm Reduction International yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Harm Reduction International 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=harm-reduction-international&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.hri.global/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Harm Reduction International a legitimate charity? Yes. Harm Reduction International is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1117375) 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 Harm Reduction International's charity number? Harm Reduction International's charity number is 1117375. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1117375? Search 1117375 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 Harm Reduction International do? TO PROTECT AND PRESERVE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY BY: (A) UNDERTAKING RESEARCH INTO THE CAUSES OF DRUG USE AND ASSOCIATED PROBLEMS, (PARTICULARLY RELATING TO ILLICIT DRUGS AND ALCOHOL); (B) DEVELOPING POLICIES AND STRATEGIES TO REDUCE LEVELS OF HARM ASSOCIATED WITH DRUG USE; (C) ADVANCING THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC AND ORGANISATIONS IN POLICIES AND STRATEGIES Does Harm Reduction International have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Harm Reduction International. 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 Harm Reduction International? Harm Reduction International's website is http://www.hri.global — 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/1117375).