--- title: "Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes — check charity number 506268 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 506268. Education/training charity based in 9&10 Pattinson House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lincolnshire-south-federation-of-women-s-institutes retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:14:41.534Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes is a registered charity (number 506268) 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; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £81,582 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes? Registered charity number 506268 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 9&10 Pattinson House Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £81,582 Website [www.nfwi.org.uk/southlincs](http://www.nfwi.org.uk/southlincs) ## What does Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes do? THE MAIN PURPOSES OF THE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE ORGANISATION ARE TO ENABLE WOMEN WHO ARE INTERESTED IN ISSUES ASSOCIATED WITH RURAL LIFE, INCLUDING ARTS, CRAFTS AND SCIENCES TO IMPROVE AND DEVELOP CONDITIONS OF RURAL LIFE, TO ADVANCE THEIR EDUCATION IN CITIZENSHIP, IN PUBLIC QUESTIONS BOTH NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL, IN MUSIC, DRAMA AND OTHER CULTURAL SUBJECTS AND IN ALL BRANCHES OF AGRICULTURE ETC. ## What causes is Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes 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=lincolnshire-south-federation-of-women-s-institutes&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.nfwi.org.uk/southlincs) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes a legitimate charity? Yes. Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 506268) 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 Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes's charity number? Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes's charity number is 506268. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 506268? Search 506268 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 Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes do? THE MAIN PURPOSES OF THE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE ORGANISATION ARE TO ENABLE WOMEN WHO ARE INTERESTED IN ISSUES ASSOCIATED WITH RURAL LIFE, INCLUDING ARTS, CRAFTS AND SCIENCES TO IMPROVE AND DEVELOP CONDITIONS OF RURAL LIFE, TO ADVANCE THEIR EDUCATION IN CITIZENSHIP, IN PUBLIC QUESTIONS BOTH NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL, IN MUSIC, DRAMA AND OTHER CULTURAL SUBJECTS AND IN ALL BRANCHES OF AGRICULTURE ETC. Does Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes. 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 Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes? Lincolnshire South Federation of Women's Institutes's website is http://www.nfwi.org.uk/southlincs — 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/506268).