--- title: "Newham Somali Association — check charity number 1188716 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Newham Somali Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1188716. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 14 East Ham Manor Way. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/newham-somali-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:42:47.131Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Newham Somali Association is a registered charity (number 1188716) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. 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 Newham Somali Association? Registered charity number 1188716 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 14 East Ham Manor Way ## What does Newham Somali Association do? 1. providing forums, advice, advocacy, referrals and general support2. education and training in the English language and in vocational skills3. providing food & essentials 4. social and recreational facilities and events involving the local community5. health promotion, nutrition advice in order to improve the health and well-being of the community ## What causes is Newham Somali Association registered for? General Charitable PurposesDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Newham Somali Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Newham Somali Association 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=newham-somali-association&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Newham Somali Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Newham Somali Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1188716) 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 Newham Somali Association's charity number? Newham Somali Association's charity number is 1188716. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1188716? Search 1188716 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 Newham Somali Association do? 1. providing forums, advice, advocacy, referrals and general support2. education and training in the English language and in vocational skills3. providing food & essentials 4. social and recreational facilities and events involving the local community5. health promotion, nutrition advice in order to improve the health and well-being of the community Does Newham Somali Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Newham Somali Association. 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 Newham Somali Association? Newham Somali Association 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/1188716).