--- title: "Raising Foundations — check charity number 1165818 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Raising Foundations a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1165818. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Beckenham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/raising-foundations retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:20:29.752Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Raising Foundations is a registered charity (number 1165818) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £15,976 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Raising Foundations? Registered charity number 1165818 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Beckenham Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £15,976 Website [www.raisingfoundations.org](http://www.raisingfoundations.org/) ## What does Raising Foundations do? Raising Foundations operates alongside a worldwide network of churches to deliver itscharitable objectives. The charity uses its network and Information Technology capability tobring financial assistance, expertise, advice and prayer support to as many areas of need thatcan be authentically identified and realistically supported. Pooling of resources allows greatereconomies of scale. ## What causes is Raising Foundations registered for? General Charitable PurposesReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Raising Foundations yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Raising Foundations 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=raising-foundations&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.raisingfoundations.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Raising Foundations a legitimate charity? Yes. Raising Foundations is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1165818) 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 Raising Foundations's charity number? Raising Foundations's charity number is 1165818. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1165818? Search 1165818 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 Raising Foundations do? Raising Foundations operates alongside a worldwide network of churches to deliver itscharitable objectives. The charity uses its network and Information Technology capability tobring financial assistance, expertise, advice and prayer support to as many areas of need thatcan be authentically identified and realistically supported. Pooling of resources allows greatereconomies of scale. Does Raising Foundations have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Raising Foundations. 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 Raising Foundations? Raising Foundations's website is http://www.raisingfoundations.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/1165818).