--- title: "Medical Women's Federation — check charity number 261820 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Medical Women's Federation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 261820. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Tavistock House North. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/medical-women-s-federation retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:53:09.964Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Medical Women's Federation is a registered charity (number 261820) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £78,728 (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 Medical Women's Federation? Registered charity number 261820 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Tavistock House North Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £78,728 Website [www.medicalwomensfederation.org.uk](http://www.medicalwomensfederation.org.uk/) ## What does Medical Women's Federation do? The MWF was founded in 1917 and works to support the professional and personal development of women in all branches of medicine. MWF have worked on many successful campaigns over the years and continues to fight barriers that face women in medicine as well as contribute to debates and discussion around women's careers and health. MWF has two national meetings a year and regional group meetings. ## What causes is Medical Women's Federation registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Medical Women's Federation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Medical Women's Federation 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=medical-women-s-federation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.medicalwomensfederation.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Medical Women's Federation a legitimate charity? Yes. Medical Women's Federation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 261820) 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 Medical Women's Federation's charity number? Medical Women's Federation's charity number is 261820. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 261820? Search 261820 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 Medical Women's Federation do? The MWF was founded in 1917 and works to support the professional and personal development of women in all branches of medicine. MWF have worked on many successful campaigns over the years and continues to fight barriers that face women in medicine as well as contribute to debates and discussion around women's careers and health. MWF has two national meetings a year and regional group meetings. Does Medical Women's Federation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Medical Women's Federation. 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 Medical Women's Federation? Medical Women's Federation's website is http://www.medicalwomensfederation.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/261820).