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Registered charity · No. 1177805CIOCambridge

Philosophy in Prison

Philosophy in Prison is a registered charity in England & Wales working in education/training, based in Cambridge.

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Philosophy in Prison is a registered charity (number 1177805) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £25,537 (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 Philosophy in Prison?

Registered charity number
1177805
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
CIO
Location
Cambridge
Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)
£25,537

What does Philosophy in Prison do?

Delivering philosophy education, advice and information to persons in custody in Her Majesty's prisons throughout England and Wales. We achieve this by running workshops, conferences, seminars and lectures. We train philosophers to deliver philosophy courses which we arrange, facilitate and fund.

What causes is Philosophy in Prison registered for?

Education/training

Why is there no Clarity Score for Philosophy in Prison yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Philosophy in Prison 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Philosophy in Prison a legitimate charity?
Yes. Philosophy in Prison is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1177805) 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 Philosophy in Prison's charity number?
Philosophy in Prison's charity number is 1177805. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1177805?
Search 1177805 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 Philosophy in Prison do?
Delivering philosophy education, advice and information to persons in custody in Her Majesty's prisons throughout England and Wales. We achieve this by running workshops, conferences, seminars and lectures. We train philosophers to deliver philosophy courses which we arrange, facilitate and fund.
Does Philosophy in Prison have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Philosophy in Prison. 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 Philosophy in Prison?
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Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.