--- title: "Out of the Can — check charity number 1209066 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Out of the Can a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1209066. Human Rights/religious Or Racial Harmony/equality Or Diversity charity based in 1 John Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/out-of-the-can retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:54:43.059Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Out of the Can is a registered charity (number 1209066) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: human rights/religious or racial harmony/equality or diversity. Its latest reported income was £8,440 (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 Out of the Can? Registered charity number 1209066 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 1 John Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £8,440 Website [www.outofthecan.org](http://www.outofthecan.org/) ## What does Out of the Can do? Out of the Can LGBT Youth Group provides support for young people aged 12 to 19 in Swindon and surrounding areas. Our core activity is to run two groups, we offer a safe space for young people who feel they belong to the LGBTQ plus family. You can be yourself and meet others like you without having to worry what people might think or say. ## What causes is Out of the Can registered for? Human Rights/religious Or Racial Harmony/equality Or Diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Out of the Can yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Out of the Can 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=out-of-the-can&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.outofthecan.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Out of the Can a legitimate charity? Yes. Out of the Can is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1209066) 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 Out of the Can's charity number? Out of the Can's charity number is 1209066. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1209066? Search 1209066 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 Out of the Can do? Out of the Can LGBT Youth Group provides support for young people aged 12 to 19 in Swindon and surrounding areas. Our core activity is to run two groups, we offer a safe space for young people who feel they belong to the LGBTQ plus family. You can be yourself and meet others like you without having to worry what people might think or say. Does Out of the Can have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Out of the Can. 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 Out of the Can? Out of the Can's website is http://www.outofthecan.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/1209066).