--- title: "International Play Association — check charity number 1195848 | CharityCompare" description: "Is International Play Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1195848. Human Rights/religious Or Racial Harmony/equality Or Diversity charity based in Park House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/international-play-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:35:37.106Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer International Play Association is a registered charity (number 1195848) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: human rights/religious or racial harmony/equality or diversity; recreation. Its latest reported income was £15,134 (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 Play Association? Registered charity number 1195848 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Park House Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £15,134 Website [ipaworld.org](http://ipaworld.org/) ## What does International Play Association do? IPA is an international non-governmental organisation originally founded in 1961. It provides a forum for exchange and action across disciplines and across sectors. IPA's purpose is to protect, preserve and promote the child's right to play as a fundamental human right. ## What causes is International Play Association registered for? Human Rights/religious Or Racial Harmony/equality Or DiversityRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for International Play Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. International Play Association 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=international-play-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://ipaworld.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is International Play Association a legitimate charity? Yes. International Play Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1195848) 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 Play Association's charity number? International Play Association's charity number is 1195848. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1195848? Search 1195848 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 Play Association do? IPA is an international non-governmental organisation originally founded in 1961. It provides a forum for exchange and action across disciplines and across sectors. IPA's purpose is to protect, preserve and promote the child's right to play as a fundamental human right. Does International Play Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for International Play Association. 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 Play Association? International Play Association's website is http://ipaworld.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/1195848).