--- title: "The Francis Winham Foundation — check charity number 278092 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Francis Winham Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 278092. Other Charitable Purposes charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-francis-winham-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-25T15:20:21.832Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Francis Winham Foundation is a registered charity (number 278092) 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 £487,459 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Francis Winham Foundation? Registered charity number 278092 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £487,459 ## What does The Francis Winham Foundation do? The objects of the trust are apply the trust fund and income thereof towards the benefit of old and aged people in England.The trustees receive applications and make grants to registered charitable organisations in England, or to organisations in England the activities of which are compatible with the charitable objectives of the trust. ## What causes is The Francis Winham Foundation registered for? Other Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Francis Winham Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Francis Winham 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-francis-winham-foundation&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Francis Winham Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Francis Winham Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 278092) 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 Francis Winham Foundation's charity number? The Francis Winham Foundation's charity number is 278092. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 278092? Search 278092 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 Francis Winham Foundation do? The objects of the trust are apply the trust fund and income thereof towards the benefit of old and aged people in England.The trustees receive applications and make grants to registered charitable organisations in England, or to organisations in England the activities of which are compatible with the charitable objectives of the trust. Does The Francis Winham Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Francis Winham 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 Francis Winham Foundation? The Francis Winham 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/278092).