--- title: "The Michael Sims Memorial Fund — check charity number 297530 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Michael Sims Memorial Fund a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 297530. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Saxtead Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-michael-sims-memorial-fund retrieved: 2026-08-26T23:49:55.866Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Michael Sims Memorial Fund is a registered charity (number 297530) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training. Its latest reported income was £9,627 (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 Sims Memorial Fund? Registered charity number 297530 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Saxtead Road Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £9,627 Website [www.thomasmills.suffolk.sch.uk/history-of-the-school/#michaelsims](http://www.thomasmills.suffolk.sch.uk/history-of-the-school/#michaelsims) ## What does The Michael Sims Memorial Fund do? The charity supports the education of pupils and former pupils (under the age of 25) of Thomas Mills High School, a state comprehensive school in Framlingham, Suffolk. It does this in a number of ways: by awarding an annual prize; by supporting former pupils who are currently medical students; by providing assistance with the cost of travel for educational purposes and for connected purposes. ## What causes is The Michael Sims Memorial Fund registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Michael Sims Memorial Fund yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Michael Sims Memorial Fund 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-sims-memorial-fund&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thomasmills.suffolk.sch.uk/history-of-the-school/#michaelsims) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Michael Sims Memorial Fund a legitimate charity? Yes. The Michael Sims Memorial Fund is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 297530) 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 Sims Memorial Fund's charity number? The Michael Sims Memorial Fund's charity number is 297530. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 297530? Search 297530 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 Sims Memorial Fund do? The charity supports the education of pupils and former pupils (under the age of 25) of Thomas Mills High School, a state comprehensive school in Framlingham, Suffolk. It does this in a number of ways: by awarding an annual prize; by supporting former pupils who are currently medical students; by providing assistance with the cost of travel for educational purposes and for connected purposes. Does The Michael Sims Memorial Fund have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Michael Sims Memorial Fund. 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 Sims Memorial Fund? The Michael Sims Memorial Fund's website is http://www.thomasmills.suffolk.sch.uk/history-of-the-school/#michaelsims — 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/297530).