--- title: "Opes-Lcef — check charity number 1147678 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Opes-Lcef a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1147678. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in 5th Floor. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/opes-lcef retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:22:26.160Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Opes-Lcef is a registered charity (number 1147678) 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; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £292,349 (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 Opes-Lcef? Registered charity number 1147678 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 5th Floor Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £292,349 ## What does Opes-Lcef do? An early stage impact fund that provides patient capital investment, technical and management support to social enterprises that improve the lives of low-income people and marginalised ones in developing countries and developed ones. It invests in early stage ventures where capital need is greatest. ## What causes is Opes-Lcef registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Opes-Lcef yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Opes-Lcef 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=opes-lcef&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Opes-Lcef a legitimate charity? Yes. Opes-Lcef is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1147678) 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 Opes-Lcef's charity number? Opes-Lcef's charity number is 1147678. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1147678? Search 1147678 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 Opes-Lcef do? An early stage impact fund that provides patient capital investment, technical and management support to social enterprises that improve the lives of low-income people and marginalised ones in developing countries and developed ones. It invests in early stage ventures where capital need is greatest. Does Opes-Lcef have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Opes-Lcef. 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 Opes-Lcef? Opes-Lcef 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/1147678).