--- title: "Lenderhand — check charity number 1161794 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lenderhand a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1161794. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Freeman House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lenderhand retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:36:10.760Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lenderhand is a registered charity (number 1161794) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £24,760 (year ending 2024-03-31). 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 Lenderhand? Registered charity number 1161794 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Freeman House Latest income (year ending 2024-03-31) £24,760 Website [lenderhand.org](http://lenderhand.org/) ## What does Lenderhand do? Lenderhand is a charity that has been set up to provide families and individuals in the county of Essex with assistance to pay for goods or services that they could not otherwise afford, providing a helping hand through the challenging periods of their lives. ## What causes is Lenderhand registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lenderhand yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lenderhand 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=lenderhand&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://lenderhand.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lenderhand a legitimate charity? Yes. Lenderhand is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1161794) 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 Lenderhand's charity number? Lenderhand's charity number is 1161794. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1161794? Search 1161794 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 Lenderhand do? Lenderhand is a charity that has been set up to provide families and individuals in the county of Essex with assistance to pay for goods or services that they could not otherwise afford, providing a helping hand through the challenging periods of their lives. Does Lenderhand have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lenderhand. 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 Lenderhand? Lenderhand's website is http://lenderhand.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/1161794).