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title: "International Headache Society — check charity number 1042574 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is International Headache Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1042574. Education/training charity based in Shoreham Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/international-headache-society
retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:35:56.383Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

International Headache Society is a registered charity (number 1042574) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £705,217 (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 International Headache Society?

Registered charity number

1042574

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

Shoreham Road

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£705,217

Website

[www.ihs-headache.org](http://www.ihs-headache.org/)

## What does International Headache Society do?

Publication of peer-reviewed journal-Cephalalgia; Educational materials; Development and publication of international headache guidelines and classification; Education of neurologists and other HCPs in underserved countries/regions; Scientific research grants; Website; Bi-ennial international congress; Support for young physicians attending international headache congresses and headache centres

## What causes is International Headache Society registered for?

Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives

## Why is there no Clarity Score for International Headache Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. International Headache Society 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is International Headache Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. International Headache Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1042574) 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 International Headache Society's charity number?

International Headache Society's charity number is 1042574. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1042574?

Search 1042574 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 International Headache Society do?

Publication of peer-reviewed journal-Cephalalgia; Educational materials; Development and publication of international headache guidelines and classification; Education of neurologists and other HCPs in underserved countries/regions; Scientific research grants; Website; Bi-ennial international congress; Support for young physicians attending international headache congresses and headache centres

Does International Headache Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for International Headache Society. 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 International Headache Society?

International Headache Society's website is http://www.ihs-headache.org — 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/1042574).