--- title: "Rio Ferdinand Foundation — check charity number 1151127 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rio Ferdinand Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1151127. Education/training charity based in 7 St Johns Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rio-ferdinand-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:48:18.771Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rio Ferdinand Foundation is a registered charity (number 1151127) 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; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £1,325,089 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Rio Ferdinand Foundation? Registered charity number 1151127 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 7 St Johns Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,325,089 Website [www.rioferdinandfoundation.com](http://www.rioferdinandfoundation.com/) ## What does Rio Ferdinand Foundation do? To offer positive activities to engage disadvantaged young people and communities; to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in developing life and social skills and to access training, education and employment. By supporting young people have a positive impact on society by tackling inequality and providing opportunities for social mobility. ## What causes is Rio Ferdinand Foundation registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rio Ferdinand Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rio Ferdinand Foundation 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=rio-ferdinand-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rioferdinandfoundation.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rio Ferdinand Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Rio Ferdinand Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1151127) 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 Rio Ferdinand Foundation's charity number? Rio Ferdinand Foundation's charity number is 1151127. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1151127? Search 1151127 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 Rio Ferdinand Foundation do? To offer positive activities to engage disadvantaged young people and communities; to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in developing life and social skills and to access training, education and employment. By supporting young people have a positive impact on society by tackling inequality and providing opportunities for social mobility. Does Rio Ferdinand Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rio Ferdinand Foundation. 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 Rio Ferdinand Foundation? Rio Ferdinand Foundation's website is http://www.rioferdinandfoundation.com — 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/1151127).