--- title: "The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) — check charity number 1186017 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1186017. Disability charity based in White Cross Estate. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-olive-branch-faith-in-action retrieved: 2026-08-27T04:41:18.538Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) is a registered charity (number 1186017) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability; the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £125,819 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Olive Branch (Faith in Action)? Registered charity number 1186017 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location White Cross Estate Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £125,819 Website [the-olivebranch.org.uk](https://the-olivebranch.org.uk/) ## What does The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) do? The Charity offers 3 services.1. A drop in support centre. All are welcome. We listen over a brew & cake, offer pamphlets on services in the Lancaster. Christian literature, Bibles and prayer on request - no pressure.2. A food bank requiring a referral from an agency, such as Citizens' Advice.3. Advocate for ACTS 435. ## What causes is The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) registered for? DisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) 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-olive-branch-faith-in-action&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://the-olivebranch.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) a legitimate charity? Yes. The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1186017) 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 Olive Branch (Faith in Action)'s charity number? The Olive Branch (Faith in Action)'s charity number is 1186017. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1186017? Search 1186017 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 Olive Branch (Faith in Action) do? The Charity offers 3 services.1. A drop in support centre. All are welcome. We listen over a brew & cake, offer pamphlets on services in the Lancaster. Christian literature, Bibles and prayer on request - no pressure.2. A food bank requiring a referral from an agency, such as Citizens' Advice.3. Advocate for ACTS 435. Does The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Olive Branch (Faith in Action). 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 Olive Branch (Faith in Action)? The Olive Branch (Faith in Action)'s website is https://the-olivebranch.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/1186017).