--- title: "Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy — check charity number 1185226 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1185226. Religious Activities charity based in Chandler's Ford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ibex-churches-working-with-the-economy retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:26:37.227Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy is a registered charity (number 1185226) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities; economic/community development/employment; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £16,805 (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 Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy? Registered charity number 1185226 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Chandler's Ford Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £16,805 Website [www.ibexsouthcoast.org.uk](http://www.ibexsouthcoast.org.uk/) ## What does Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy do? * Increasing the understanding of the world of work in the Churches* Encouraging churches to be community minded, interested and involved in the economic issues in their neighbourhoods* Chaplaincy, its development and support* Representing the Church where possible with other agencies - the voluntary sector, local authorities and others ## What causes is Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy registered for? Religious ActivitiesEconomic/community Development/employmentOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy 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=ibex-churches-working-with-the-economy&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ibexsouthcoast.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy a legitimate charity? Yes. Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1185226) 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 Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy's charity number? Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy's charity number is 1185226. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1185226? Search 1185226 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 Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy do? * Increasing the understanding of the world of work in the Churches* Encouraging churches to be community minded, interested and involved in the economic issues in their neighbourhoods* Chaplaincy, its development and support* Representing the Church where possible with other agencies - the voluntary sector, local authorities and others Does Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy. 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 Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy? Ibex - Churches Working with the Economy's website is http://www.ibexsouthcoast.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/1185226).