--- title: "Island Community Action — check charity number 1157978 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Island Community Action a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1157978. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Portland. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/island-community-action-2 retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:43:26.029Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Island Community Action is a registered charity (number 1157978) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £206,522 (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 Island Community Action? Registered charity number 1157978 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Portland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £206,522 Website [islandcommunityaction.org](https://islandcommunityaction.org/) ## What does Island Community Action do? ICA supports the residents and communities of Portland, Dorset to achieve maximum levels of mental, physical and social wellbeing. We do this through a range of activities, from services for older adults to learning and training opportunities for younger people. ICA represents the Island, and also provides support for other local groups and those wishing to volunteer or offer volunteer roles. ## What causes is Island Community Action registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Island Community Action yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Island Community Action 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=island-community-action-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://islandcommunityaction.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Island Community Action a legitimate charity? Yes. Island Community Action is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1157978) 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 Island Community Action's charity number? Island Community Action's charity number is 1157978. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1157978? Search 1157978 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 Island Community Action do? ICA supports the residents and communities of Portland, Dorset to achieve maximum levels of mental, physical and social wellbeing. We do this through a range of activities, from services for older adults to learning and training opportunities for younger people. ICA represents the Island, and also provides support for other local groups and those wishing to volunteer or offer volunteer roles. Does Island Community Action have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Island Community Action. 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 Island Community Action? Island Community Action's website is https://islandcommunityaction.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/1157978).