--- title: "Rift Valley Research Limited — check charity number 1144010 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rift Valley Research Limited a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1144010. Education/training charity based in Angel Court. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rift-valley-research-limited retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:54:01.719Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rift Valley Research Limited is a registered charity (number 1144010) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £4,630,498 (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 Rift Valley Research Limited? Registered charity number 1144010 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Angel Court Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £4,630,498 Website [www.riftvalley.net](http://www.riftvalley.net/) ## What does Rift Valley Research Limited do? The activities of the Rift Valley Institute comprise field-based, action-oriented social research projects, support for indigenous educational institutions, in-country training courses, consultative processes, legal support programmes and an online digital library. They are designed to inform aid interventions, support local research capacity, record indigenous culture and promote human rights. ## What causes is Rift Valley Research Limited registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rift Valley Research Limited yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rift Valley Research Limited 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=rift-valley-research-limited&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.riftvalley.net/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rift Valley Research Limited a legitimate charity? Yes. Rift Valley Research Limited is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1144010) 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 Rift Valley Research Limited's charity number? Rift Valley Research Limited's charity number is 1144010. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1144010? Search 1144010 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 Rift Valley Research Limited do? The activities of the Rift Valley Institute comprise field-based, action-oriented social research projects, support for indigenous educational institutions, in-country training courses, consultative processes, legal support programmes and an online digital library. They are designed to inform aid interventions, support local research capacity, record indigenous culture and promote human rights. Does Rift Valley Research Limited have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rift Valley Research Limited. 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 Rift Valley Research Limited? Rift Valley Research Limited's website is http://www.riftvalley.net — 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/1144010).