--- title: "Strike a Light (Gloucester) — check charity number 1178449 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Strike a Light (Gloucester) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1178449. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in 10 Commercial Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/strike-a-light-gloucester retrieved: 2026-08-26T04:17:48.985Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Strike a Light (Gloucester) is a registered charity (number 1178449) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £467,951 (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 Strike a Light (Gloucester)? Registered charity number 1178449 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 10 Commercial Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £467,951 Website [www.strikealight.org.uk](http://www.strikealight.org.uk/) ## What does Strike a Light (Gloucester) do? We use performance, participation and production to make world-changing culture and creativity for all ## What causes is Strike a Light (Gloucester) registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Strike a Light (Gloucester) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Strike a Light (Gloucester) 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=strike-a-light-gloucester&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.strikealight.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Strike a Light (Gloucester) a legitimate charity? Yes. Strike a Light (Gloucester) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1178449) 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 Strike a Light (Gloucester)'s charity number? Strike a Light (Gloucester)'s charity number is 1178449. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1178449? Search 1178449 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 Strike a Light (Gloucester) do? We use performance, participation and production to make world-changing culture and creativity for all Does Strike a Light (Gloucester) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Strike a Light (Gloucester). 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 Strike a Light (Gloucester)? Strike a Light (Gloucester)'s website is http://www.strikealight.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/1178449).