--- title: "Light Into Europe — check charity number 1017626 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Light Into Europe a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1017626. Education/training charity based in Frinton on Sea. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/light-into-europe retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:55:28.430Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Light Into Europe is a registered charity (number 1017626) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £86,863 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Light Into Europe? Registered charity number 1017626 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Frinton on Sea Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £86,863 Website [www.lightintoeurope.org](http://www.lightintoeurope.org/) ## What does Light Into Europe do? LIGHT INTO EUROPE IS A BRITISH CHARITY FOUNDED IN 1986. SINCE 2004, WE HAVE BEEN WORKING WITH THE DEAF AND BLIND COMMUNITIES IN ROMANIA. OUR VISION IS TO DEVELOP A NATIONAL PROGRAM THAT WILL HELP THE SENSORIAL IMPAIRED CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE TO IMPROVE THEIR LIFE EXPECTATIONS AND TO BECOME ACTIVE AND ACCEPTED MEMBERS OF THE ROMANIAN SOCIETY. ## What causes is Light Into Europe registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Light Into Europe yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Light Into Europe 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=light-into-europe&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lightintoeurope.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Light Into Europe a legitimate charity? Yes. Light Into Europe is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1017626) 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 Light Into Europe's charity number? Light Into Europe's charity number is 1017626. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1017626? Search 1017626 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 Light Into Europe do? LIGHT INTO EUROPE IS A BRITISH CHARITY FOUNDED IN 1986. SINCE 2004, WE HAVE BEEN WORKING WITH THE DEAF AND BLIND COMMUNITIES IN ROMANIA. OUR VISION IS TO DEVELOP A NATIONAL PROGRAM THAT WILL HELP THE SENSORIAL IMPAIRED CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE TO IMPROVE THEIR LIFE EXPECTATIONS AND TO BECOME ACTIVE AND ACCEPTED MEMBERS OF THE ROMANIAN SOCIETY. Does Light Into Europe have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Light Into Europe. 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 Light Into Europe? Light Into Europe's website is http://www.lightintoeurope.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/1017626).