--- title: "Henry Poad — check charity number 205574 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Henry Poad a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 205574. Accommodation/housing charity based in Menheniot. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/henry-poad retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:04:57.060Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Henry Poad is a registered charity (number 205574) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: accommodation/housing. Its latest reported income was £62,556 (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 Henry Poad? Registered charity number 205574 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Menheniot Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £62,556 ## What does Henry Poad do? The trustee's objective is and remains the provision and maintenance of the almshouses for persons in need who are resident in the parish of Menheniot. The overwhelming majority of applicants for houses or apartments are retired persons. However, the trustees consider applications from younger single persons or from residents out with the parish to maintain continuity of occupation. ## What causes is Henry Poad registered for? Accommodation/housing ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Henry Poad yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Henry Poad 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=henry-poad&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Henry Poad a legitimate charity? Yes. Henry Poad is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 205574) 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 Henry Poad's charity number? Henry Poad's charity number is 205574. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 205574? Search 205574 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 Henry Poad do? The trustee's objective is and remains the provision and maintenance of the almshouses for persons in need who are resident in the parish of Menheniot. The overwhelming majority of applicants for houses or apartments are retired persons. However, the trustees consider applications from younger single persons or from residents out with the parish to maintain continuity of occupation. Does Henry Poad have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Henry Poad. 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 Henry Poad? Henry Poad does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/205574).