--- title: "The Template Foundation — check charity number 1049102 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Template Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1049102. Education/training charity based in Balfour House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-template-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-28T09:26:58.391Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Template Foundation is a registered charity (number 1049102) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £1,590,534 (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 Template Foundation? Registered charity number 1049102 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Balfour House Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £1,590,534 Website [www.thecentrelondon.org.uk](http://www.thecentrelondon.org.uk/) ## What does The Template Foundation do? The establishment of centres and facilities in which to offer and represent the natural education and arts of human expression and living derived from the Template and Emin archives, and to promote the study, research and exploration of new templates for living and to disseminate the useful results of these for the benefit of all. ## What causes is The Template Foundation registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Template Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Template Foundation 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-template-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thecentrelondon.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Template Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Template Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1049102) 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 Template Foundation's charity number? The Template Foundation's charity number is 1049102. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1049102? Search 1049102 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 Template Foundation do? The establishment of centres and facilities in which to offer and represent the natural education and arts of human expression and living derived from the Template and Emin archives, and to promote the study, research and exploration of new templates for living and to disseminate the useful results of these for the benefit of all. Does The Template Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Template Foundation. 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 Template Foundation? The Template Foundation's website is http://www.thecentrelondon.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/1049102).