--- title: "Lewes District Churches Homelink — check charity number 1174895 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lewes District Churches Homelink a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1174895. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in 208 High Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lewes-district-churches-homelink retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:48:31.276Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lewes District Churches Homelink is a registered charity (number 1174895) 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; accommodation/housing. Its latest reported income was £139,734 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Lewes District Churches Homelink? Registered charity number 1174895 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 208 High Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £139,734 Website [www.leweshomelink.org.uk](http://www.leweshomelink.org.uk/) ## What does Lewes District Churches Homelink do? HOMELINK CIO has taken over the work of a charitable trust of the same name (RCN 1068735), which is now closed. The CIO offers interest-free loans for Rent in Advance and Damage Deposit to people with little or no savings, able to live independently and seeking accommodation in the private sector. Clients should be resident or seeking residence in Lewes district. ## What causes is Lewes District Churches Homelink registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyAccommodation/housing ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lewes District Churches Homelink yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lewes District Churches Homelink 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=lewes-district-churches-homelink&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.leweshomelink.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lewes District Churches Homelink a legitimate charity? Yes. Lewes District Churches Homelink is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1174895) 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 Lewes District Churches Homelink's charity number? Lewes District Churches Homelink's charity number is 1174895. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1174895? Search 1174895 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 Lewes District Churches Homelink do? HOMELINK CIO has taken over the work of a charitable trust of the same name (RCN 1068735), which is now closed. The CIO offers interest-free loans for Rent in Advance and Damage Deposit to people with little or no savings, able to live independently and seeking accommodation in the private sector. Clients should be resident or seeking residence in Lewes district. Does Lewes District Churches Homelink have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lewes District Churches Homelink. 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 Lewes District Churches Homelink? Lewes District Churches Homelink's website is http://www.leweshomelink.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/1174895).