--- title: "The Michael James Music Trust — check charity number 283943 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Michael James Music Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 283943. Education/training charity based in Wimborne. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-michael-james-music-trust retrieved: 2026-08-26T23:51:16.554Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Michael James Music Trust is a registered charity (number 283943) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £13,699 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Michael James Music Trust? Registered charity number 283943 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Wimborne Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £13,699 ## What does The Michael James Music Trust do? Awards made to Churches, Universities, Schools and Individuals to assist in education emphasis being given to music in a Christian context. Concerts are held to promote the work of the charity. ## What causes is The Michael James Music Trust registered for? Education/trainingReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Michael James Music Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Michael James Music Trust 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-michael-james-music-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Michael James Music Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Michael James Music Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 283943) 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 Michael James Music Trust's charity number? The Michael James Music Trust's charity number is 283943. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 283943? Search 283943 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 Michael James Music Trust do? Awards made to Churches, Universities, Schools and Individuals to assist in education emphasis being given to music in a Christian context. Concerts are held to promote the work of the charity. Does The Michael James Music Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Michael James Music Trust. 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 Michael James Music Trust? The Michael James Music Trust 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/283943).