--- title: "The Astor Foundation — check charity number 225708 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Astor Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 225708. General Charitable Purposes charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-astor-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:48:19.418Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Astor Foundation is a registered charity (number 225708) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £146,605 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Astor Foundation? Registered charity number 225708 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £146,605 Website [www.astorfoundation.co.uk](http://www.astorfoundation.co.uk/) ## What does The Astor Foundation do? The primary object of the Foundation is medical research in its widest sense with preference given to assistance with launching/initial stages of new projects and filling in shortfalls. Also supported are children & youth groups, disabled, countryside, arts, sport, carers groups and animal welfare. Grants are generally between £500 and £2500, to UK registered charities, not available for salaries. ## What causes is The Astor Foundation registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Astor Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Astor Foundation 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-astor-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.astorfoundation.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Astor Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Astor Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 225708) 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 Astor Foundation's charity number? The Astor Foundation's charity number is 225708. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 225708? Search 225708 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 Astor Foundation do? The primary object of the Foundation is medical research in its widest sense with preference given to assistance with launching/initial stages of new projects and filling in shortfalls. Also supported are children & youth groups, disabled, countryside, arts, sport, carers groups and animal welfare. Grants are generally between £500 and £2500, to UK registered charities, not available for salaries. Does The Astor Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Astor Foundation. 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 Astor Foundation? The Astor Foundation's website is http://www.astorfoundation.co.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/225708).