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title: "Reading Force — check charity number 1159890 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Reading Force a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1159890. Education/training charity based in Kingston upon Thames. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/reading-force
retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:28:56.595Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Reading Force is a registered charity (number 1159890) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £437,592 (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 Reading Force?

Registered charity number

1159890

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Kingston upon Thames

Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30)

£437,592

Website

[www.readingforce.org.uk](http://www.readingforce.org.uk/)

## What does Reading Force do?

We help improve communication within families experiencing the unique challenges of Forces life whether at home together or separated by tours of duty or postings, by encouraging shared reading and scrapbook/journaling. It is a fun and practical activity for all British Forces families living in the UK and overseas, reservists, veterans, and their close and extended families including grandparents

## What causes is Reading Force registered for?

Education/trainingOther Charitable Purposes

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Reading Force yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Reading Force 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Reading Force a legitimate charity?

Yes. Reading Force is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1159890) 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 Reading Force's charity number?

Reading Force's charity number is 1159890. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1159890?

Search 1159890 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 Reading Force do?

We help improve communication within families experiencing the unique challenges of Forces life whether at home together or separated by tours of duty or postings, by encouraging shared reading and scrapbook/journaling. It is a fun and practical activity for all British Forces families living in the UK and overseas, reservists, veterans, and their close and extended families including grandparents

Does Reading Force have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Reading Force. 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 Reading Force?

Reading Force's website is http://www.readingforce.org.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/1159890).