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title: "The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism — check charity number 1179275 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1179275. General Charitable Purposes charity based in PO Box 76421. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-trust-for-the-bureau-of-investigative-journalism
retrieved: 2026-08-28T11:12:46.731Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism is a registered charity (number 1179275) 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 £347,407 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism?

Registered charity number

1179275

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

PO Box 76421

Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)

£347,407

Website

[www.thebureauinvestigates.com/about-us/the-trust-for-tbij](http://www.thebureauinvestigates.com/about-us/the-trust-for-tbij)

## What does The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism do?

Commissions investigations , research and reports on current issues of major economic and social relevance and current issues of legitimate public concern so as to promote ethical standards of conduct.

## What causes is The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/training

## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism a legitimate charity?

Yes. The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1179275) 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 Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism's charity number?

The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism's charity number is 1179275. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1179275?

Search 1179275 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 Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism do?

Commissions investigations , research and reports on current issues of major economic and social relevance and current issues of legitimate public concern so as to promote ethical standards of conduct.

Does The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism. 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 Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism?

The Trust for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism's website is http://www.thebureauinvestigates.com/about-us/the-trust-for-tbij — 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/1179275).