--- title: "Smart Works Reading — check charity number 1164723 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Smart Works Reading a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1164723. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 95 London Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/smart-works-reading retrieved: 2026-08-24T21:59:36.880Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Smart Works Reading is a registered charity (number 1164723) 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; disability. Its latest reported income was £244,538 (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 Smart Works Reading? Registered charity number 1164723 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 95 London Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £244,538 Website [reading.smartworks.org.uk](https://reading.smartworks.org.uk/) ## What does Smart Works Reading do? SMART WORKS READING IS A UK CHARITY THAT IS FOCUSED ON HELPING OUT-OF-WORK WOMEN ON LOW INCOMES GET BACK INTO THE WORKFORCE. WE PROVIDE INTERVIEW COACHING, HIGH QUALITY INTERVIEW CLOTHES AND STYLING ADVICE. WE HELP WOMEN TO FEEL CONFIDENT, LOOK FABULOUS, SUCCEED AT THEIR JOB INTERVIEW AND MOVE ON WITH THEIR LIFE. ## What causes is Smart Works Reading registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Smart Works Reading yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Smart Works Reading 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=smart-works-reading&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://reading.smartworks.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Smart Works Reading a legitimate charity? Yes. Smart Works Reading is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1164723) 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 Smart Works Reading's charity number? Smart Works Reading's charity number is 1164723. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1164723? Search 1164723 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 Smart Works Reading do? SMART WORKS READING IS A UK CHARITY THAT IS FOCUSED ON HELPING OUT-OF-WORK WOMEN ON LOW INCOMES GET BACK INTO THE WORKFORCE. WE PROVIDE INTERVIEW COACHING, HIGH QUALITY INTERVIEW CLOTHES AND STYLING ADVICE. WE HELP WOMEN TO FEEL CONFIDENT, LOOK FABULOUS, SUCCEED AT THEIR JOB INTERVIEW AND MOVE ON WITH THEIR LIFE. Does Smart Works Reading have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Smart Works Reading. 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 Smart Works Reading? Smart Works Reading's website is https://reading.smartworks.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/1164723).