--- title: "Institute for Government — check charity number 1123926 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Institute for Government a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1123926. Education/training charity based in 2 Carlton Gardens. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/institute-for-government retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:14:50.548Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Institute for Government is a registered charity (number 1123926) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £6,857,604 (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 Institute for Government? Registered charity number 1123926 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 2 Carlton Gardens Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £6,857,604 Website [www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk](http://www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/) ## What does Institute for Government do? The advancement of education in the art and science of government in the UK for the benefit of the public on a non-party political basis. ## What causes is Institute for Government registered for? Education/trainingOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Institute for Government yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Institute for Government 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=institute-for-government&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Institute for Government a legitimate charity? Yes. Institute for Government is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1123926) 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 Institute for Government's charity number? Institute for Government's charity number is 1123926. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1123926? Search 1123926 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 Institute for Government do? The advancement of education in the art and science of government in the UK for the benefit of the public on a non-party political basis. Does Institute for Government have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Institute for Government. 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 Institute for Government? Institute for Government's website is http://www.instituteforgovernment.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/1123926).