--- title: "Mercy Appeal — check charity number 1196084 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mercy Appeal a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196084. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in 167-169 Sunbridge Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mercy-appeal retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:46:19.677Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mercy Appeal is a registered charity (number 1196084) 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. Its latest reported income was £12,813 (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 Mercy Appeal? Registered charity number 1196084 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 167-169 Sunbridge Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £12,813 ## What does Mercy Appeal do? Mercy Appeal will endeavour to alleviate hunger poverty in the developing world. This is primarily achieved via distribution of food packs and bottled water through pre approved contacts residing in locality to be helped. ## What causes is Mercy Appeal registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mercy Appeal yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mercy Appeal 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=mercy-appeal&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mercy Appeal a legitimate charity? Yes. Mercy Appeal is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196084) 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 Mercy Appeal's charity number? Mercy Appeal's charity number is 1196084. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1196084? Search 1196084 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 Mercy Appeal do? Mercy Appeal will endeavour to alleviate hunger poverty in the developing world. This is primarily achieved via distribution of food packs and bottled water through pre approved contacts residing in locality to be helped. Does Mercy Appeal have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mercy Appeal. 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 Mercy Appeal? Mercy Appeal does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1196084).