--- title: "The Directory of Social Change — check charity number 800517 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Directory of Social Change a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 800517. Education/training charity based in 256-260 Old Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-directory-of-social-change retrieved: 2026-08-25T07:00:33.852Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Directory of Social Change is a registered charity (number 800517) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £1,911,977 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Directory of Social Change? Registered charity number 800517 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 256-260 Old Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £1,911,977 Website [www.dsc.org.uk](http://www.dsc.org.uk/) ## What does The Directory of Social Change do? An independent source of information and support to voluntary and community organisations, through being an independent voice, providing information and training, running conferences and fairs, undertaking research projects and providing books and websites on topics of interest to the voluntary and community sectors. DSC also runs the Annual Social Change Awards. ## What causes is The Directory of Social Change registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Directory of Social Change yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Directory of Social Change 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-directory-of-social-change&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dsc.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Directory of Social Change a legitimate charity? Yes. The Directory of Social Change is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 800517) 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 Directory of Social Change's charity number? The Directory of Social Change's charity number is 800517. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 800517? Search 800517 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 Directory of Social Change do? An independent source of information and support to voluntary and community organisations, through being an independent voice, providing information and training, running conferences and fairs, undertaking research projects and providing books and websites on topics of interest to the voluntary and community sectors. DSC also runs the Annual Social Change Awards. Does The Directory of Social Change have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Directory of Social Change. 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 Directory of Social Change? The Directory of Social Change's website is http://www.dsc.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/800517).