--- title: "River of Life Church — check charity number 1050435 | CharityCompare" description: "Is River of Life Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1050435. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Wootton Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/river-of-life-church retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:55:52.922Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer River of Life Church is a registered charity (number 1050435) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £27,818 (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 River of Life Church? Registered charity number 1050435 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Wootton Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £27,818 Website [www.riveroflifenewforest.org](http://www.riveroflifenewforest.org/) ## What does River of Life Church do? The charity is involved in christian education and training, relief of poverty, overseas aid/famine relief, through the mechanism of Bible study, prayer, fellowship and financial giving. Those in need are helped practically and encouraged to bring their lives into alignment with God's purposes through christian discipleship.Each member is valued as a minister. ## What causes is River of Life Church registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for River of Life Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. River of Life Church 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-of-life-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.riveroflifenewforest.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is River of Life Church a legitimate charity? Yes. River of Life Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1050435) 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 of Life Church's charity number? River of Life Church's charity number is 1050435. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1050435? Search 1050435 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 of Life Church do? The charity is involved in christian education and training, relief of poverty, overseas aid/famine relief, through the mechanism of Bible study, prayer, fellowship and financial giving. Those in need are helped practically and encouraged to bring their lives into alignment with God's purposes through christian discipleship.Each member is valued as a minister. Does River of Life Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for River of Life Church. 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 of Life Church? River of Life Church's website is http://www.riveroflifenewforest.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/1050435).