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title: "Shoebox Express (Formby) — check charity number 1176464 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Shoebox Express (Formby) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1176464. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Formby. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/shoebox-express-formby
retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:08:45.749Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Shoebox Express (Formby) is a registered charity (number 1176464) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £12,686 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Shoebox Express (Formby)?

Registered charity number

1176464

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Trust

Location

Formby

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£12,686

Website

[shoeboxexpress.org.uk](https://shoeboxexpress.org.uk/)

## What does Shoebox Express (Formby) do?

1) The relief of poverty and distress amongst children in Eastern Europe, Central Asia and Africa through the provision of Christmas shoeboxes containing humanitarian aid.2) To support such general charitable purposes according to the laws of England and Wales as the Trustees may in their absolute discretion determine.

## What causes is Shoebox Express (Formby) registered for?

The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Shoebox Express (Formby) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shoebox Express (Formby) 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Shoebox Express (Formby) a legitimate charity?

Yes. Shoebox Express (Formby) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1176464) 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 Shoebox Express (Formby)'s charity number?

Shoebox Express (Formby)'s charity number is 1176464. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1176464?

Search 1176464 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 Shoebox Express (Formby) do?

1) The relief of poverty and distress amongst children in Eastern Europe, Central Asia and Africa through the provision of Christmas shoeboxes containing humanitarian aid.2) To support such general charitable purposes according to the laws of England and Wales as the Trustees may in their absolute discretion determine.

Does Shoebox Express (Formby) have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shoebox Express (Formby). 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 Shoebox Express (Formby)?

Shoebox Express (Formby)'s website is https://shoeboxexpress.org.uk/ — 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/1176464).