--- title: "The Astra Foundation — check charity number 1196829 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Astra Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196829. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 45 Fitzroy Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-astra-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T20:50:27.360Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Astra Foundation is a registered charity (number 1196829) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £1,433,595 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Astra Foundation? Registered charity number 1196829 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 45 Fitzroy Street Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £1,433,595 Website [astrafoundation.co.uk](http://astrafoundation.co.uk/) ## What does The Astra Foundation do? The charity makes grants to organisations that support our mission to advance the efforts to combat loneliness in young adults, empower youth to reach their potential regardless of their circumstances, and reduce plastic pollution. ## What causes is The Astra Foundation registered for? General Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Astra Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Astra 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-astra-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://astrafoundation.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Astra Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Astra Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196829) 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 Astra Foundation's charity number? The Astra Foundation's charity number is 1196829. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1196829? Search 1196829 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 Astra Foundation do? The charity makes grants to organisations that support our mission to advance the efforts to combat loneliness in young adults, empower youth to reach their potential regardless of their circumstances, and reduce plastic pollution. Does The Astra Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Astra 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 Astra Foundation? The Astra Foundation's website is http://astrafoundation.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/1196829).