--- title: "Pectus Matters — check charity number 1208486 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pectus Matters a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1208486. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Royal College of Surgeons England. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pectus-matters retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:09:10.703Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pectus Matters is a registered charity (number 1208486) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £3,926 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Pectus Matters? Registered charity number 1208486 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Royal College of Surgeons England Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £3,926 Website [pectusmatters.co.uk](http://pectusmatters.co.uk/) ## What does Pectus Matters do? Pectus Matters is a charity that supports and advocates for patients with pectus conditions in the UK. We do this by offering advice, creating learning materials, attending meetings with key stakeholders and decision-makers, and creating patient-centred projects where we use our charitable funds to directly support patients with pectus conditions. We are based remotely across the UK. ## What causes is Pectus Matters registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pectus Matters yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pectus Matters 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=pectus-matters&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://pectusmatters.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pectus Matters a legitimate charity? Yes. Pectus Matters is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1208486) 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 Pectus Matters's charity number? Pectus Matters's charity number is 1208486. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1208486? Search 1208486 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 Pectus Matters do? Pectus Matters is a charity that supports and advocates for patients with pectus conditions in the UK. We do this by offering advice, creating learning materials, attending meetings with key stakeholders and decision-makers, and creating patient-centred projects where we use our charitable funds to directly support patients with pectus conditions. We are based remotely across the UK. Does Pectus Matters have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pectus Matters. 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 Pectus Matters? Pectus Matters's website is http://pectusmatters.co.uk — 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/1208486).