--- title: "The Purchas Charitable Trust — check charity number 288437 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Purchas Charitable Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 288437. Religious Activities charity based in Marford Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-purchas-charitable-trust retrieved: 2026-08-27T19:34:27.658Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Purchas Charitable Trust is a registered charity (number 288437) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £51,937 (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 Purchas Charitable Trust? Registered charity number 288437 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Marford Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £51,937 ## What does The Purchas Charitable Trust do? The policy of the trust has continued in the building of a capital sum. The aim is to support Christian education and service. Grants will be made from income and, possibly, capital. This will normally be administered through established and recognized Christian organisations, using their special knowledge and resources. ## What causes is The Purchas Charitable Trust registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Purchas Charitable Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Purchas Charitable 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-purchas-charitable-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Purchas Charitable Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Purchas Charitable Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 288437) 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 Purchas Charitable Trust's charity number? The Purchas Charitable Trust's charity number is 288437. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 288437? Search 288437 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 Purchas Charitable Trust do? The policy of the trust has continued in the building of a capital sum. The aim is to support Christian education and service. Grants will be made from income and, possibly, capital. This will normally be administered through established and recognized Christian organisations, using their special knowledge and resources. Does The Purchas Charitable Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Purchas Charitable 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 Purchas Charitable Trust? The Purchas Charitable 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/288437).