--- title: "Mlinda Foundation — check charity number 1163028 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mlinda Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1163028. Education/training charity based in 3 Dorset Rise. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mlinda-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-24T17:58:56.323Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mlinda Foundation is a registered charity (number 1163028) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £817,711 (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 Mlinda Foundation? Registered charity number 1163028 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 3 Dorset Rise Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £817,711 Website [www.mlinda.org](http://www.mlinda.org/) ## What does Mlinda Foundation do? Mlinda Foundation's focus is to facilitate development of rural electrification projects using renewable energy in India. Communities in project areas had no access to reliable electricity and opportunities to earn income were limited. Initial results from project areas show household income has increased by over 60% through the use of electric-powered equipment in households and for agriculture. ## What causes is Mlinda Foundation registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritageEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mlinda Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mlinda Foundation 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=mlinda-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.mlinda.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mlinda Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Mlinda Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1163028) 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 Mlinda Foundation's charity number? Mlinda Foundation's charity number is 1163028. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1163028? Search 1163028 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 Mlinda Foundation do? Mlinda Foundation's focus is to facilitate development of rural electrification projects using renewable energy in India. Communities in project areas had no access to reliable electricity and opportunities to earn income were limited. Initial results from project areas show household income has increased by over 60% through the use of electric-powered equipment in households and for agriculture. Does Mlinda Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mlinda Foundation. 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 Mlinda Foundation? Mlinda Foundation's website is http://www.mlinda.org — 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/1163028).