--- title: "Society for Early Modern French Studies — check charity number 802479 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Society for Early Modern French Studies a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 802479. Education/training charity based in Bristol. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/society-for-early-modern-french-studies retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:20:43.051Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Society for Early Modern French Studies is a registered charity (number 802479) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £16,912 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Early Modern French Studies? Registered charity number 802479 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Bristol Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £16,912 Website [www.semfs.org.uk](http://www.semfs.org.uk/) ## What does Society for Early Modern French Studies do? To advance the education of the public by the promotion and encouragement of the study of the culture and history of France in the seventeenth century by means of the holding of meetings, by publications and by other means as may be deemed proper. ## What causes is Society for Early Modern French Studies registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Society for Early Modern French Studies yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Society for Early Modern French Studies 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-early-modern-french-studies&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.semfs.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Society for Early Modern French Studies a legitimate charity? Yes. Society for Early Modern French Studies is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 802479) 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 Early Modern French Studies's charity number? Society for Early Modern French Studies's charity number is 802479. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 802479? Search 802479 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 Early Modern French Studies do? To advance the education of the public by the promotion and encouragement of the study of the culture and history of France in the seventeenth century by means of the holding of meetings, by publications and by other means as may be deemed proper. Does Society for Early Modern French Studies have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Society for Early Modern French Studies. 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 Early Modern French Studies? Society for Early Modern French Studies's website is http://www.semfs.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/802479).