--- title: "Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald — check charity number 1171193 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1171193. Education/training charity based in 48 Grecian Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/samaritans-of-maidstone-and-weald retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:28:38.251Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald is a registered charity (number 1171193) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £18,406 (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 Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald? Registered charity number 1171193 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 48 Grecian Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £18,406 Website [www.samaritans.org/maidstone](http://www.samaritans.org/maidstone) ## What does Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald do? TO ENABLE PERSONS IN MAIDSTONE AND THE WEALD OF KENT AND THE SURROUNDING AREA AS WELL AS ELSEWHERE WHO ARE EXPERIENCING FEELINGS OF DISTRESS OR DESPAIR, INCLUDING THOSE WHO MAY BE AT RISK OF SUICIDE, TO RECEIVE CONFIDENTIAL EMOTIONAL SUPPORT AT ANY TIME OF THE DAY OR NIGHT IN ORDER TO IMPROVE THEIR EMOTIONAL HEALTH AND TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF SUICIDE; TO PROMOTE A BETTER UNDERSTANDING. ## What causes is Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald 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=samaritans-of-maidstone-and-weald&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.samaritans.org/maidstone) ## Frequently asked questions Is Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald a legitimate charity? Yes. Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1171193) 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 Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald's charity number? Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald's charity number is 1171193. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1171193? Search 1171193 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 Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald do? TO ENABLE PERSONS IN MAIDSTONE AND THE WEALD OF KENT AND THE SURROUNDING AREA AS WELL AS ELSEWHERE WHO ARE EXPERIENCING FEELINGS OF DISTRESS OR DESPAIR, INCLUDING THOSE WHO MAY BE AT RISK OF SUICIDE, TO RECEIVE CONFIDENTIAL EMOTIONAL SUPPORT AT ANY TIME OF THE DAY OR NIGHT IN ORDER TO IMPROVE THEIR EMOTIONAL HEALTH AND TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF SUICIDE; TO PROMOTE A BETTER UNDERSTANDING. Does Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald. 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 Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald? Samaritans of Maidstone and Weald's website is http://www.samaritans.org/maidstone — 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/1171193).