--- title: "Soel Connect — check charity number 1171628 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Soel Connect a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1171628. Education/training charity based in 77 Richmond Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/soel-connect retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:08:27.755Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Soel Connect is a registered charity (number 1171628) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £67,463 (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 Soel Connect? Registered charity number 1171628 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 77 Richmond Road Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £67,463 Website [soelconnect.uk](http://soelconnect.uk/) ## What does Soel Connect do? Soel Connect runs a gospel music group / choir which seeks to bring hope to our communities through music and arts. Our aim is to pioneer in restoring and rebuilding the brokenness within our communities by leading with our sound and encouraging people to take part in life-changing musical experiences. Our activities and involvements enable social integration, interconnectedness and self-worth. ## What causes is Soel Connect registered for? Education/trainingReligious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Soel Connect yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Soel Connect 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=soel-connect&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://soelconnect.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Soel Connect a legitimate charity? Yes. Soel Connect is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1171628) 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 Soel Connect's charity number? Soel Connect's charity number is 1171628. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1171628? Search 1171628 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 Soel Connect do? Soel Connect runs a gospel music group / choir which seeks to bring hope to our communities through music and arts. Our aim is to pioneer in restoring and rebuilding the brokenness within our communities by leading with our sound and encouraging people to take part in life-changing musical experiences. Our activities and involvements enable social integration, interconnectedness and self-worth. Does Soel Connect have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Soel Connect. 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 Soel Connect? Soel Connect's website is http://soelconnect.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/1171628).