--- title: "The David Gibbons Foundation — check charity number 1134727 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The David Gibbons Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1134727. Other Charitable Purposes charity based in Barnstaple. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-david-gibbons-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-25T05:57:24.221Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The David Gibbons Foundation is a registered charity (number 1134727) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £125,346 (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 David Gibbons Foundation? Registered charity number 1134727 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Barnstaple Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £125,346 Website [gibbonstrusts.org.uk](http://gibbonstrusts.org.uk/) ## What does The David Gibbons Foundation do? A grant making Charity established to help those suffering from physical or mental illness or disability, those suffering from financial hardship, and the elderly. Applicants must live within Devon, the Trust Deed stipulates a preference for those from East Devon. Charities, organisations and individuals are eligible to apply. All grants are awarded at the discretion of the Trustees ## What causes is The David Gibbons Foundation registered for? Other Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The David Gibbons Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The David Gibbons 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-david-gibbons-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://gibbonstrusts.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The David Gibbons Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The David Gibbons Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1134727) 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 David Gibbons Foundation's charity number? The David Gibbons Foundation's charity number is 1134727. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1134727? Search 1134727 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 David Gibbons Foundation do? A grant making Charity established to help those suffering from physical or mental illness or disability, those suffering from financial hardship, and the elderly. Applicants must live within Devon, the Trust Deed stipulates a preference for those from East Devon. Charities, organisations and individuals are eligible to apply. All grants are awarded at the discretion of the Trustees Does The David Gibbons Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The David Gibbons 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 David Gibbons Foundation? The David Gibbons Foundation's website is http://gibbonstrusts.org.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/1134727).