--- title: "Second Stage — check charity number 1212854 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Second Stage a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1212854. General Charitable Purposes charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/second-stage retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:39:49.367Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Second Stage is a registered charity (number 1212854) 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. 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 Second Stage? Registered charity number 1212854 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location London Website [www.second-stage.org](http://www.second-stage.org/) ## What does Second Stage do? Second Stage supports the rehabilitation of offenders and those at risk of offending or re-offending through training programmes in prisons and in the community to assist them in finding employment, primarily but not exclusively in backstage skilled crafts in the theatre and live events industries. We also work with potential employers to break down barriers and promote Fair Chance Employment. ## What causes is Second Stage registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Second Stage yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Second Stage 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=second-stage&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.second-stage.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Second Stage a legitimate charity? Yes. Second Stage is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1212854) 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 Second Stage's charity number? Second Stage's charity number is 1212854. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1212854? Search 1212854 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 Second Stage do? Second Stage supports the rehabilitation of offenders and those at risk of offending or re-offending through training programmes in prisons and in the community to assist them in finding employment, primarily but not exclusively in backstage skilled crafts in the theatre and live events industries. We also work with potential employers to break down barriers and promote Fair Chance Employment. Does Second Stage have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Second Stage. 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 Second Stage? Second Stage's website is http://www.second-stage.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/1212854).