--- title: "Institute of Fundraising — check charity number 1079573 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Institute of Fundraising a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1079573. Education/training charity based in 82 Tanner Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/institute-of-fundraising retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:37:28.977Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Institute of Fundraising is a registered charity (number 1079573) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. 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 of Fundraising? Registered charity number 1079573 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 82 Tanner Street Website [www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk](http://www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk/) ## 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. ## What causes is Institute of Fundraising registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Institute of Fundraising yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Institute of Fundraising 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-of-fundraising&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.institute-of-fundraising.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Institute of Fundraising a legitimate charity? Yes. Institute of Fundraising is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1079573) 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 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 is http://www.institute-of-fundraising.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/1079573).