--- title: "The Bsw Foundation — check charity number 1149057 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Bsw Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1149057. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in East Mascalls Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-bsw-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-24T19:03:11.343Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Bsw Foundation is a registered charity (number 1149057) 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; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £35,450 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Bsw Foundation? Registered charity number 1149057 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location East Mascalls Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £35,450 ## What does The Bsw Foundation do? The charity was formed to build on the existing work of the trustees, who have been involved providing funds towards the operation of an orphanage in Zimbabwe which is providing the necessary day shelter for orphans and under privileged children in the community. ## What causes is The Bsw Foundation registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyAccommodation/housingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Bsw Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Bsw 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-bsw-foundation&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Bsw Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Bsw Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1149057) 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 Bsw Foundation's charity number? The Bsw Foundation's charity number is 1149057. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1149057? Search 1149057 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 Bsw Foundation do? The charity was formed to build on the existing work of the trustees, who have been involved providing funds towards the operation of an orphanage in Zimbabwe which is providing the necessary day shelter for orphans and under privileged children in the community. Does The Bsw Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Bsw 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 Bsw Foundation? The Bsw Foundation 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/1149057).