--- title: "Karing — check charity number 1023879 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Karing a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1023879. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Paignton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/karing retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:50:21.275Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Karing is a registered charity (number 1023879) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; the prevention or relief of poverty; recreation. Its latest reported income was £61,080 (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 Karing? Registered charity number 1023879 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Paignton Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £61,080 Website [www.karing.org.uk](http://www.karing.org.uk/) ## What does Karing do? To promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of persons living in Torbay, Devon and surrounding area. To raise funds and invite and receive contributions.To provide transport as required.To provide information and advice.To provide activities, including coach trips and social clubs. ## What causes is Karing registered for? General Charitable PurposesThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Karing yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Karing 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=karing&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.karing.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Karing a legitimate charity? Yes. Karing is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1023879) 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 Karing's charity number? Karing's charity number is 1023879. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1023879? Search 1023879 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 Karing do? To promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of persons living in Torbay, Devon and surrounding area. To raise funds and invite and receive contributions.To provide transport as required.To provide information and advice.To provide activities, including coach trips and social clubs. Does Karing have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Karing. 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 Karing? Karing's website is http://www.karing.org.uk — 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/1023879).