--- title: "Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) — check charity number 1097190 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1097190. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Bolnore Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sussex-search-and-rescue-sussar retrieved: 2026-08-26T08:31:19.937Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) is a registered charity (number 1097190) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; the advancement of health or saving of lives; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £10,709 (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 Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar)? Registered charity number 1097190 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Bolnore Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £10,709 Website [www.sussar.org](http://www.sussar.org/) ## What does Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) do? Sussex Search and Rescue is the primary volunteer resource used by Sussex Police in the search and rescue of vulnerable missing people. We are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and are fully approved by Sussex Police policy. SusSAR is staffed purely by volunteers, who as well as covering the whole of Sussex, can also be called out to assist other Search and Rescue groups throughout the UK. ## What causes is Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) registered for? General Charitable PurposesThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) 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=sussex-search-and-rescue-sussar&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sussar.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) a legitimate charity? Yes. Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1097190) 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 Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar)'s charity number? Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar)'s charity number is 1097190. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1097190? Search 1097190 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 Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) do? Sussex Search and Rescue is the primary volunteer resource used by Sussex Police in the search and rescue of vulnerable missing people. We are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and are fully approved by Sussex Police policy. SusSAR is staffed purely by volunteers, who as well as covering the whole of Sussex, can also be called out to assist other Search and Rescue groups throughout the UK. Does Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar). 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 Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar)? Sussex Search and Rescue (Sussar)'s website is http://www.sussar.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/1097190).