--- title: "John la Rose Trust — check charity number 1003001 | CharityCompare" description: "Is John la Rose Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1003001. Education/training charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/john-la-rose-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:50:02.924Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer John la Rose Trust is a registered charity (number 1003001) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £98,944 (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 John la Rose Trust? Registered charity number 1003001 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £98,944 Website [www.georgepadmoreinstitute.org](http://www.georgepadmoreinstitute.org/) ## What does John la Rose Trust do? The development of an archive relating to the postwar black experience in Britain and related areas such as the Caribbean, India and Africa. Public talks and seminars. Some work with schools. Publishing. ## What causes is John la Rose Trust registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for John la Rose Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. John la Rose Trust 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=john-la-rose-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.georgepadmoreinstitute.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is John la Rose Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. John la Rose Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1003001) 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 John la Rose Trust's charity number? John la Rose Trust's charity number is 1003001. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1003001? Search 1003001 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 John la Rose Trust do? The development of an archive relating to the postwar black experience in Britain and related areas such as the Caribbean, India and Africa. Public talks and seminars. Some work with schools. Publishing. Does John la Rose Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for John la Rose Trust. 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 John la Rose Trust? John la Rose Trust's website is http://www.georgepadmoreinstitute.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/1003001).