Is Institute of Fundraising a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Institute of Fundraising as a registered charity (number 1079573) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Institute of Fundraising's charity number?

Institute of Fundraising's charity number is 1079573. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1079573?

Search 1079573 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.

Does Institute of Fundraising have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Institute of Fundraising. 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 of Fundraising?

Institute of Fundraising's website listed in our register data is http://www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

What was Institute of Fundraising previously called?

The register lists this previous name for Institute of Fundraising: The Institute of Charity Fundraising Managers.

When was Institute of Fundraising registered as a charity?

Institute of Fundraising was entered on the register on 28 February 2000. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 03870883).

Registered charity · No. 1079573Charitable company

Institute of Fundraising

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Institute of Fundraising is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training.

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What are the key facts about Institute of Fundraising?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31: £0
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31: £0
Registered charity number: 1079573
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Charitable company
Register contact address detail (not service area): 82 Tanner Street
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk

Quick answer

Institute of Fundraising (number 1079573) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Institute of Fundraising do?

Our vision is "Excellent fundraising for a better world". We work towards that by improving the environment for fundraisers through policy and support. We increase understanding by being a knowledge centre for fundraisers and the general public and through setting fundraising standards. We enable fundraisers to be the best they can be by providing resources, skills development and qualifications.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Institute of Fundraising

Answers Institute of Fundraising gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register does not record Institute of Fundraising as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 28 February 2000
Company number: 03870883 (Companies House)
Previous names on the register: The Institute of Charity Fundraising Managers
Where it says it operates: Throughout England and Wales · Scotland · Northern Ireland

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Services; Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Sponsors Or Undertakes Research; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Institute of Fundraising registered for?

Education/training

Why is there no Clarity Score for Institute of Fundraising yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Institute of Fundraising. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Institute of Fundraising?

Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation.
Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract.
Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. An unrated profile means we lack a full assessment; it is not a negative rating.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Institute of Fundraising a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Institute of Fundraising as a registered charity (number 1079573) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Institute of Fundraising's charity number?: Institute of Fundraising's charity number is 1079573. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1079573?: Search 1079573 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 of Fundraising do?: Our vision is "Excellent fundraising for a better world". We work towards that by improving the environment for fundraisers through policy and support. We increase understanding by being a knowledge centre for fundraisers and the general public and through setting fundraising standards. We enable fundraisers to be the best they can be by providing resources, skills development and qualifications.
Does Institute of Fundraising have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Institute of Fundraising. 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 of Fundraising?: Institute of Fundraising's website listed in our register data is http://www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Institute of Fundraising?: The register does not record Institute of Fundraising as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
What was Institute of Fundraising previously called?: The register lists this previous name for Institute of Fundraising: The Institute of Charity Fundraising Managers.
When was Institute of Fundraising registered as a charity?: Institute of Fundraising was entered on the register on 28 February 2000. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 03870883).

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.