--- title: "Independent Food Aid Network — check charity number 1180382 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Independent Food Aid Network a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1180382. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Shelton Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/independent-food-aid-network retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:34:16.947Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Independent Food Aid Network is a registered charity (number 1180382) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £117,606 (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 Independent Food Aid Network? Registered charity number 1180382 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Shelton Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £117,606 Website [www.foodaidnetwork.org.uk](http://www.foodaidnetwork.org.uk/) ## What does Independent Food Aid Network do? Independent Food Aid Network (IFAN) seeks to connect and support grassroots independent food aid providers, to provide a voice for these groups by advocating on their behalf at a national level, and to campaign for food security for all - and the end for the need of charitable food aid in the UK. ## What causes is Independent Food Aid Network registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Independent Food Aid Network yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Independent Food Aid Network 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=independent-food-aid-network&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.foodaidnetwork.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Independent Food Aid Network a legitimate charity? Yes. Independent Food Aid Network is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1180382) 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 Independent Food Aid Network's charity number? Independent Food Aid Network's charity number is 1180382. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1180382? Search 1180382 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 Independent Food Aid Network do? Independent Food Aid Network (IFAN) seeks to connect and support grassroots independent food aid providers, to provide a voice for these groups by advocating on their behalf at a national level, and to campaign for food security for all - and the end for the need of charitable food aid in the UK. Does Independent Food Aid Network have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Independent Food Aid Network. 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 Independent Food Aid Network? Independent Food Aid Network's website is http://www.foodaidnetwork.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/1180382).