--- title: "Rainford WI — check charity number 1171179 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rainford WI a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1171179. Education/training charity based in St. Helens. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rainford-wi retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:18:45.437Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rainford WI is a registered charity (number 1171179) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £9,839 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Rainford WI? Registered charity number 1171179 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location St. Helens Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £9,839 ## What does Rainford WI do? WI advances the education of women in local,national issues. In music ,drama, and culture, crafts, home economics, science, health , social welfare. Educating women in preservation and protection of the environment advancement of health for the public benefit and the advancement of citizenship by the promotion of civic responsibility and volunteering. ## What causes is Rainford WI registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rainford WI yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rainford WI 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=rainford-wi&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rainford WI a legitimate charity? Yes. Rainford WI is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1171179) 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 Rainford WI's charity number? Rainford WI's charity number is 1171179. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1171179? Search 1171179 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 Rainford WI do? WI advances the education of women in local,national issues. In music ,drama, and culture, crafts, home economics, science, health , social welfare. Educating women in preservation and protection of the environment advancement of health for the public benefit and the advancement of citizenship by the promotion of civic responsibility and volunteering. Does Rainford WI have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rainford WI. 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 Rainford WI? Rainford WI 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/1171179).