--- title: "Pelorus Foundation — check charity number 1189966 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pelorus Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1189966. Animals charity based in 126 New Kings Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pelorus-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:00:12.008Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pelorus Foundation is a registered charity (number 1189966) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: animals; environment/conservation/heritage; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £183,039 (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 Pelorus Foundation? Registered charity number 1189966 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 126 New Kings Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £183,039 Website [pelorusfoundation.org](https://pelorusfoundation.org/) ## What does Pelorus Foundation do? Our mission is to champion innovation and act as a catalyst, empowering individuals and local communities to preserve and protect the world's wildlife and wild places. We act as a catalyst to a network of individuals and organisations who are on the front lines of conservation and environmental protection, providing crucial support in their fight to protect and defend species and habitats. ## What causes is Pelorus Foundation registered for? AnimalsEnvironment/conservation/heritageEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pelorus Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pelorus 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=pelorus-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://pelorusfoundation.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pelorus Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Pelorus Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1189966) 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 Pelorus Foundation's charity number? Pelorus Foundation's charity number is 1189966. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1189966? Search 1189966 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 Pelorus Foundation do? Our mission is to champion innovation and act as a catalyst, empowering individuals and local communities to preserve and protect the world's wildlife and wild places. We act as a catalyst to a network of individuals and organisations who are on the front lines of conservation and environmental protection, providing crucial support in their fight to protect and defend species and habitats. Does Pelorus Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pelorus 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 Pelorus Foundation? Pelorus Foundation's website is https://pelorusfoundation.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/1189966).