--- title: "Hedgcock Bequest — check charity number 230147 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Hedgcock Bequest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 230147. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Democratic Services. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hedgcock-bequest retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:47:53.619Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Hedgcock Bequest is a registered charity (number 230147) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £43,901 (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 Hedgcock Bequest? Registered charity number 230147 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Democratic Services Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £43,901 Website [www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/communitygrants](http://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/communitygrants) ## What does Hedgcock Bequest do? Grants are awarded to small community and voluntary groups that must work for the benefit of residents of Brighton & Hove. ## What causes is Hedgcock Bequest registered for? General Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hedgcock Bequest yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hedgcock Bequest 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=hedgcock-bequest&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/communitygrants) ## Frequently asked questions Is Hedgcock Bequest a legitimate charity? Yes. Hedgcock Bequest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 230147) 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 Hedgcock Bequest's charity number? Hedgcock Bequest's charity number is 230147. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 230147? Search 230147 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 Hedgcock Bequest do? Grants are awarded to small community and voluntary groups that must work for the benefit of residents of Brighton & Hove. Does Hedgcock Bequest have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hedgcock Bequest. 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 Hedgcock Bequest? Hedgcock Bequest's website is http://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/communitygrants — 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/230147).