Merthyr Cynon Foodbank
Merthyr Cynon Foodbank is a registered charity in England & Wales working in general charitable purposes, the prevention or relief of poverty, based in Merthyr Tydfil.
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What are the key facts about Merthyr Cynon Foodbank?
- Registered charity number
- 1149296
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Other
- Location
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30)
- £69,686
What does Merthyr Cynon Foodbank do?
The Charity's objects are specifically to relieve those in need by reason of youth, age, ill health, disability and financial hardship in Merthyr and Cynon Valley area, although this area may be extended to the adjoining communities if necessary. The Charity provides a 3 day supply of non perishable supply boxes to beneficiaries either directly or through agency partners approved by the Trustees.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Merthyr Cynon Foodbank a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Merthyr Cynon Foodbank is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1149296) 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 Merthyr Cynon Foodbank's charity number?
- Merthyr Cynon Foodbank's charity number is 1149296. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number 1149296?
- Search 1149296 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 Merthyr Cynon Foodbank do?
- The Charity's objects are specifically to relieve those in need by reason of youth, age, ill health, disability and financial hardship in Merthyr and Cynon Valley area, although this area may be extended to the adjoining communities if necessary. The Charity provides a 3 day supply of non perishable supply boxes to beneficiaries either directly or through agency partners approved by the Trustees.
- Does Merthyr Cynon Foodbank have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Merthyr Cynon Foodbank. 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 Merthyr Cynon Foodbank?
- Merthyr Cynon Foodbank 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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.