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title: "Mencap in Kirklees — check charity number 702494 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Mencap in Kirklees a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 702494. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Independence House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mencap-in-kirklees
retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:56:02.033Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Mencap in Kirklees is a registered charity (number 702494) 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; disability. Its latest reported income was £3,598,877 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Mencap in Kirklees?

Registered charity number

702494

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

Independence House

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£3,598,877

Website

[www.mencapinkirklees.org.uk](http://www.mencapinkirklees.org.uk/)

## What does Mencap in Kirklees do?

The provision of high quality support and advice to meet the needs of children, young people and adults with a learning disability. This includes support and advice to families and carers. The major areas of activity are : day services, residential services, community support, befriending and advocacy.

## What causes is Mencap in Kirklees registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingDisability

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mencap in Kirklees yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mencap in Kirklees 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Mencap in Kirklees a legitimate charity?

Yes. Mencap in Kirklees is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 702494) 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 Mencap in Kirklees's charity number?

Mencap in Kirklees's charity number is 702494. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 702494?

Search 702494 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 Mencap in Kirklees do?

The provision of high quality support and advice to meet the needs of children, young people and adults with a learning disability. This includes support and advice to families and carers. The major areas of activity are : day services, residential services, community support, befriending and advocacy.

Does Mencap in Kirklees have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mencap in Kirklees. 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 Mencap in Kirklees?

Mencap in Kirklees's website is http://www.mencapinkirklees.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/702494).