--- title: "Ilkley Foodbank — check charity number 1194778 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ilkley Foodbank a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1194778. Disability charity based in Ilkley. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ilkley-foodbank retrieved: 2026-08-23T02:17:00.050Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ilkley Foodbank is a registered charity (number 1194778) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £11,427 (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 Ilkley Foodbank? Registered charity number 1194778 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Ilkley Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £11,427 Website [www.ilkleyfoodbank.org.uk](http://www.ilkleyfoodbank.org.uk/) ## What does Ilkley Foodbank do? Ilkley Foodbank provides emergency food, essential toiletries and household items to individuals and families in need. We also share surplus donations with other charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty in the West Yorkshire area. ## What causes is Ilkley Foodbank registered for? DisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ilkley Foodbank yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ilkley Foodbank 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=ilkley-foodbank&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ilkleyfoodbank.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ilkley Foodbank a legitimate charity? Yes. Ilkley Foodbank is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1194778) 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 Ilkley Foodbank's charity number? Ilkley Foodbank's charity number is 1194778. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1194778? Search 1194778 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 Ilkley Foodbank do? Ilkley Foodbank provides emergency food, essential toiletries and household items to individuals and families in need. We also share surplus donations with other charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty in the West Yorkshire area. Does Ilkley Foodbank have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ilkley Foodbank. 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 Ilkley Foodbank? Ilkley Foodbank's website is http://www.ilkleyfoodbank.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/1194778).