--- title: "Sharing Stories About Autism — check charity number 1186082 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sharing Stories About Autism a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1186082. General Charitable Purposes charity based in York Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sharing-stories-about-autism retrieved: 2026-08-24T04:51:30.922Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sharing Stories About Autism is a registered charity (number 1186082) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; disability. Its latest reported income was £1,780 (year ending 2020-09-12). 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 Sharing Stories About Autism? Registered charity number 1186082 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location York Road Latest income (year ending 2020-09-12) £1,780 Website [www.sharingstoriesaboutautism.org](http://www.sharingstoriesaboutautism.org/) ## What does Sharing Stories About Autism do? We host free meet ups, where we provide practical and emotional support for parents and carers. We organise talks and events, helping parents and carers learn more about autism and how best to support their child. We also provide autism friendly events and activities that the parents and carers can enjoy with their families. ## What causes is Sharing Stories About Autism registered for? General Charitable PurposesDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sharing Stories About Autism yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sharing Stories About Autism 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=sharing-stories-about-autism&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sharingstoriesaboutautism.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sharing Stories About Autism a legitimate charity? Yes. Sharing Stories About Autism is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1186082) 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 Sharing Stories About Autism's charity number? Sharing Stories About Autism's charity number is 1186082. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1186082? Search 1186082 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 Sharing Stories About Autism do? We host free meet ups, where we provide practical and emotional support for parents and carers. We organise talks and events, helping parents and carers learn more about autism and how best to support their child. We also provide autism friendly events and activities that the parents and carers can enjoy with their families. Does Sharing Stories About Autism have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sharing Stories About Autism. 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 Sharing Stories About Autism? Sharing Stories About Autism's website is http://www.sharingstoriesaboutautism.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/1186082).