--- title: "The Band Trust — check charity number 279802 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Band Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 279802. Education/training charity based in Bm Box 21444. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-band-trust-2 retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:50:12.418Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Band Trust is a registered charity (number 279802) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £513,482 (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 The Band Trust? Registered charity number 279802 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Bm Box 21444 Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £513,482 ## What does The Band Trust do? To aid residents of the United Kingdom who are in need of care, whether wholly or partially, including those who are ill, disabled or injured, old and infirm or children with special needs. Such aid will also be given to the providers of care such as Institutions and Homes. Aid will not be given directly to individuals.THE TRUST DOES NOT ACCEPT UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING. ## What causes is The Band Trust registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Band Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Band Trust 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-band-trust-2&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Band Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Band Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 279802) 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 Band Trust's charity number? The Band Trust's charity number is 279802. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 279802? Search 279802 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 Band Trust do? To aid residents of the United Kingdom who are in need of care, whether wholly or partially, including those who are ill, disabled or injured, old and infirm or children with special needs. Such aid will also be given to the providers of care such as Institutions and Homes. Aid will not be given directly to individuals.THE TRUST DOES NOT ACCEPT UNSOLICITED APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING. Does The Band Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Band Trust. 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 Band Trust? The Band Trust does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/279802).