--- title: "The Almshouse Association — check charity number 245668 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Almshouse Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 245668. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in 17-21 Victoria Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-almshouse-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:45:26.296Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Almshouse Association is a registered charity (number 245668) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; accommodation/housing. Its latest reported income was £1,268,016 (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 The Almshouse Association? Registered charity number 245668 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 17-21 Victoria Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £1,268,016 Website [www.almshouses.org](http://www.almshouses.org/) ## What does The Almshouse Association do? Promotion of the establishment, continuation, efficiency and effectiveness of almshouse foundations, and to promote the provision, improvement, upkeep and maintenance of almshouses, and associated services and facilities. ## What causes is The Almshouse Association registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyAccommodation/housing ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Almshouse Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Almshouse Association 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=the-almshouse-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.almshouses.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Almshouse Association a legitimate charity? Yes. The Almshouse Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 245668) 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 The Almshouse Association's charity number? The Almshouse Association's charity number is 245668. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 245668? Search 245668 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 The Almshouse Association do? Promotion of the establishment, continuation, efficiency and effectiveness of almshouse foundations, and to promote the provision, improvement, upkeep and maintenance of almshouses, and associated services and facilities. Does The Almshouse Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Almshouse Association. 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 The Almshouse Association? The Almshouse Association's website is http://www.almshouses.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/245668).