--- title: "River Church Ipswich — check charity number 1194553 | CharityCompare" description: "Is River Church Ipswich a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1194553. Religious Activities charity based in St Mary-at-the-Quay. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/river-church-ipswich retrieved: 2026-08-24T03:39:12.194Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer River Church Ipswich is a registered charity (number 1194553) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £382,637 (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 River Church Ipswich? Registered charity number 1194553 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location St Mary-at-the-Quay Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £382,637 Website [riverchurchipswich.org](http://riverchurchipswich.org/) ## What does River Church Ipswich do? The advancement of the Christian religion by the setting up and running of new Christian churches (church planting and revitalisation) in accordance with the principles and established teaching of the Church of England in the town of Ipswich and the county of Suffolk. This includes (but is not limited to) the provision of contemporary worship, mission, and social transformation activities. ## What causes is River Church Ipswich registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for River Church Ipswich yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. River Church Ipswich 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=river-church-ipswich&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://riverchurchipswich.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is River Church Ipswich a legitimate charity? Yes. River Church Ipswich is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1194553) 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 River Church Ipswich's charity number? River Church Ipswich's charity number is 1194553. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1194553? Search 1194553 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 River Church Ipswich do? The advancement of the Christian religion by the setting up and running of new Christian churches (church planting and revitalisation) in accordance with the principles and established teaching of the Church of England in the town of Ipswich and the county of Suffolk. This includes (but is not limited to) the provision of contemporary worship, mission, and social transformation activities. Does River Church Ipswich have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for River Church Ipswich. 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 River Church Ipswich? River Church Ipswich's website is http://riverchurchipswich.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/1194553).