--- title: "The Kewi Women's Institute — check charity number 1188394 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Kewi Women's Institute a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1188394. Education/training charity based in Richmond. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-kewi-women-s-institute retrieved: 2026-08-26T16:09:23.220Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Kewi Women's Institute is a registered charity (number 1188394) 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 £10,917 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Kewi Women's Institute? Registered charity number 1188394 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Richmond Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £10,917 Website [www.kewi.org.uk](http://www.kewi.org.uk/) ## What does The Kewi Women's Institute do? KEWI is part of the national WI organisation. There is a monthly meeting for members to meet for lectures/crafts as well smaller groups covering a range of educational/sporting or handicraft interests. KEWI also undertakes fundraising activities for a chosen local charity. ## What causes is The Kewi Women's Institute registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Kewi Women's Institute yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Kewi Women's Institute 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-kewi-women-s-institute&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.kewi.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Kewi Women's Institute a legitimate charity? Yes. The Kewi Women's Institute is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1188394) 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 Kewi Women's Institute's charity number? The Kewi Women's Institute's charity number is 1188394. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1188394? Search 1188394 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 Kewi Women's Institute do? KEWI is part of the national WI organisation. There is a monthly meeting for members to meet for lectures/crafts as well smaller groups covering a range of educational/sporting or handicraft interests. KEWI also undertakes fundraising activities for a chosen local charity. Does The Kewi Women's Institute have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Kewi Women's Institute. 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 Kewi Women's Institute? The Kewi Women's Institute's website is http://www.kewi.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/1188394).