--- title: "Isle of Wight Mencap — check charity number 1177251 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Isle of Wight Mencap a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1177251. Disability charity based in Ryde. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/isle-of-wight-mencap retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:45:38.743Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Isle of Wight Mencap is a registered charity (number 1177251) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. Its latest reported income was £603,726 (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 Isle of Wight Mencap? Registered charity number 1177251 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Ryde Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £603,726 Website [www.iwmencap.org](http://www.iwmencap.org/) ## What does Isle of Wight Mencap do? To provide or assist in the provision of facilities for the recreation or other leisure time occupation for people who have need thereof by reason of learning disability with the object of improving their conditions of life. ## What causes is Isle of Wight Mencap registered for? Disability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Isle of Wight Mencap yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Isle of Wight Mencap 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=isle-of-wight-mencap&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.iwmencap.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Isle of Wight Mencap a legitimate charity? Yes. Isle of Wight Mencap is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1177251) 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 Isle of Wight Mencap's charity number? Isle of Wight Mencap's charity number is 1177251. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1177251? Search 1177251 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 Isle of Wight Mencap do? To provide or assist in the provision of facilities for the recreation or other leisure time occupation for people who have need thereof by reason of learning disability with the object of improving their conditions of life. Does Isle of Wight Mencap have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Isle of Wight Mencap. 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 Isle of Wight Mencap? Isle of Wight Mencap's website is http://www.iwmencap.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/1177251).