--- title: "Rotherham Samaritans — check charity number 1173826 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rotherham Samaritans a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1173826. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 22 Percy Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rotherham-samaritans retrieved: 2026-08-24T15:59:12.623Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rotherham Samaritans is a registered charity (number 1173826) 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 advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £30,052 (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 Rotherham Samaritans? Registered charity number 1173826 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 22 Percy Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £30,052 ## What does Rotherham Samaritans do? Rotherham Samaritans was formed for the purpose of working for the assistance of persons who are suicidal, despairing or in distress in and around Rotherham. ## What causes is Rotherham Samaritans registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rotherham Samaritans yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rotherham Samaritans 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=rotherham-samaritans&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rotherham Samaritans a legitimate charity? Yes. Rotherham Samaritans is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1173826) 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 Rotherham Samaritans's charity number? Rotherham Samaritans's charity number is 1173826. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1173826? Search 1173826 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 Rotherham Samaritans do? Rotherham Samaritans was formed for the purpose of working for the assistance of persons who are suicidal, despairing or in distress in and around Rotherham. Does Rotherham Samaritans have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rotherham Samaritans. 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 Rotherham Samaritans? Rotherham Samaritans does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1173826).