--- title: "Roots4life — check charity number 1165003 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Roots4life a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1165003. Education/training charity based in Footscray Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/roots4life retrieved: 2026-08-24T09:47:01.830Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Roots4life is a registered charity (number 1165003) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £156,877 (year ending 2024-03-31). 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 Roots4life? Registered charity number 1165003 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Footscray Road Latest income (year ending 2024-03-31) £156,877 Website [roots4life.org](https://roots4life.org/) ## What does Roots4life do? Roots4life is a community action project set up to tackle childhood obesity. To achieve this we intend to teach cooking skills, horticulture and the importance of nutrition. We also include exercise and mindfulness to support mental well being. It is hoped to include families, schools and community groups. ## What causes is Roots4life registered for? Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Roots4life yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Roots4life 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=roots4life&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://roots4life.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Roots4life a legitimate charity? Yes. Roots4life is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1165003) 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 Roots4life's charity number? Roots4life's charity number is 1165003. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1165003? Search 1165003 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 Roots4life do? Roots4life is a community action project set up to tackle childhood obesity. To achieve this we intend to teach cooking skills, horticulture and the importance of nutrition. We also include exercise and mindfulness to support mental well being. It is hoped to include families, schools and community groups. Does Roots4life have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Roots4life. 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 Roots4life? Roots4life's website is https://roots4life.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/1165003).