--- title: "The Verwer/Hession Trust — check charity number 1031304 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Verwer/Hession Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1031304. Religious Activities charity based in Tunbridge Wells. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-verwer-hession-trust retrieved: 2026-08-28T12:46:53.604Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Verwer/Hession Trust is a registered charity (number 1031304) 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 £53,065 (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 Verwer/Hession Trust? Registered charity number 1031304 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Tunbridge Wells Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £53,065 Website [www.verwerhessiontrust.org](http://www.verwerhessiontrust.org/) ## What does The Verwer/Hession Trust do? To advance the Christian religion. To provide grants for the production, publishing and distribution of books and other media written by Roy Hession and George Verwer. ## What causes is The Verwer/Hession Trust registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Verwer/Hession Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Verwer/Hession 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-verwer-hession-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.verwerhessiontrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Verwer/Hession Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Verwer/Hession Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1031304) 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 Verwer/Hession Trust's charity number? The Verwer/Hession Trust's charity number is 1031304. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1031304? Search 1031304 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 Verwer/Hession Trust do? To advance the Christian religion. To provide grants for the production, publishing and distribution of books and other media written by Roy Hession and George Verwer. Does The Verwer/Hession Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Verwer/Hession 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 Verwer/Hession Trust? The Verwer/Hession Trust's website is http://www.verwerhessiontrust.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/1031304).