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title: "The Need Project Central Bedfordshire — check charity number 1157691 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is The Need Project Central Bedfordshire a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1157691. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Stotfold. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-need-project-central-bedfordshire
retrieved: 2026-08-27T02:19:54.859Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

The Need Project Central Bedfordshire is a registered charity (number 1157691) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £231,206 (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 Need Project Central Bedfordshire?

Registered charity number

1157691

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Stotfold

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£231,206

Website

[www.theneedproject.org](http://www.theneedproject.org/)

## What does The Need Project Central Bedfordshire do?

The Need Project exists to provide compassionate and practical Christian responses to all our neighbours who are experiencing the effects of poverty and hardship. Our responses include the provision of food parcels for as long as required and resources allow, and where possible access to a safe place where our neighbours can come and be supported in finding the help they need in their journey.

## What causes is The Need Project Central Bedfordshire registered for?

The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty

## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Need Project Central Bedfordshire yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Need Project Central Bedfordshire 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is The Need Project Central Bedfordshire a legitimate charity?

Yes. The Need Project Central Bedfordshire is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1157691) 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 Need Project Central Bedfordshire's charity number?

The Need Project Central Bedfordshire's charity number is 1157691. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1157691?

Search 1157691 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 Need Project Central Bedfordshire do?

The Need Project exists to provide compassionate and practical Christian responses to all our neighbours who are experiencing the effects of poverty and hardship. Our responses include the provision of food parcels for as long as required and resources allow, and where possible access to a safe place where our neighbours can come and be supported in finding the help they need in their journey.

Does The Need Project Central Bedfordshire have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Need Project Central Bedfordshire. 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 Need Project Central Bedfordshire?

The Need Project Central Bedfordshire's website is http://www.theneedproject.org — 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/1157691).