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title: "Hope of Bethesda — check charity number 1182968 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Hope of Bethesda a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1182968. Education/training charity based in Blandford Forum. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hope-of-bethesda
retrieved: 2026-08-24T20:09:21.634Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Hope of Bethesda is a registered charity (number 1182968) 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; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £21,037 (year ending 2025-04-06). 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 Hope of Bethesda?

Registered charity number

1182968

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Trust

Location

Blandford Forum

Latest income (year ending 2025-04-06)

£21,037

Website

[bit.ly/2TsBefB](https://bit.ly/2TsBefB)

## What does Hope of Bethesda do?

Raises funds within the UK for the purpose of making grants to charities which operate in southern India. The grants are to support the education of children, especially girls, from impoverished and disadvantaged families and for the alleviation of poverty and sickness.

## What causes is Hope of Bethesda registered for?

Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hope of Bethesda yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hope of Bethesda 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Hope of Bethesda a legitimate charity?

Yes. Hope of Bethesda is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1182968) 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 Hope of Bethesda's charity number?

Hope of Bethesda's charity number is 1182968. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1182968?

Search 1182968 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 Hope of Bethesda do?

Raises funds within the UK for the purpose of making grants to charities which operate in southern India. The grants are to support the education of children, especially girls, from impoverished and disadvantaged families and for the alleviation of poverty and sickness.

Does Hope of Bethesda have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hope of Bethesda. 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 Hope of Bethesda?

Hope of Bethesda's website is https://bit.ly/2TsBefB — 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/1182968).