--- title: "Merthyr Cynon Foodbank — check charity number 1149296 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Merthyr Cynon Foodbank a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1149296. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Merthyr Tydfil. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/merthyr-cynon-foodbank retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:14:26.861Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Merthyr Cynon Foodbank is a registered charity (number 1149296) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £69,686 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 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. ## What causes is Merthyr Cynon Foodbank registered for? General Charitable PurposesThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Merthyr Cynon Foodbank yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Merthyr Cynon Foodbank 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=merthyr-cynon-foodbank&type=claim) ## 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](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/1149296).