--- title: "Society for Applied Philosophy — check charity number 287331 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Society for Applied Philosophy a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 287331. Education/training charity based in Lancaster University. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/society-for-applied-philosophy retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:17:10.109Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Society for Applied Philosophy is a registered charity (number 287331) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £130,860 (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 Society for Applied Philosophy? Registered charity number 287331 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Lancaster University Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £130,860 Website [appliedphil.org](http://appliedphil.org/) ## What does Society for Applied Philosophy do? The object of the Society is the advancement of public educationin the field of applied philosophy and the publication of itsproceedings to the end. ## What causes is Society for Applied Philosophy registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Society for Applied Philosophy yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Society for Applied Philosophy 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=society-for-applied-philosophy&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://appliedphil.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Society for Applied Philosophy a legitimate charity? Yes. Society for Applied Philosophy is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 287331) 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 Society for Applied Philosophy's charity number? Society for Applied Philosophy's charity number is 287331. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 287331? Search 287331 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 Society for Applied Philosophy do? The object of the Society is the advancement of public educationin the field of applied philosophy and the publication of itsproceedings to the end. Does Society for Applied Philosophy have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Society for Applied Philosophy. 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 Society for Applied Philosophy? Society for Applied Philosophy's website is http://appliedphil.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/287331).