--- title: "The Voluntary Network — check charity number 1082478 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Voluntary Network a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1082478. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Fred Archer Way. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-voluntary-network retrieved: 2026-08-28T13:24:50.343Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Voluntary Network is a registered charity (number 1082478) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £702,730 (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 Voluntary Network? Registered charity number 1082478 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Fred Archer Way Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £702,730 Website [www.thevoluntarynetwork.org](http://www.thevoluntarynetwork.org/) ## What does The Voluntary Network do? a) to provide, maintain and develop Community Transport services, supporting those who are facing transport povertyb) to provide, maintain and develop a Befriending Servicec) to support the development and establishment of any further projects for which need is identified. ## What causes is The Voluntary Network registered for? General Charitable PurposesEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Voluntary Network yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Voluntary Network 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-voluntary-network&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thevoluntarynetwork.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Voluntary Network a legitimate charity? Yes. The Voluntary Network is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1082478) 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 Voluntary Network's charity number? The Voluntary Network's charity number is 1082478. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1082478? Search 1082478 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 Voluntary Network do? a) to provide, maintain and develop Community Transport services, supporting those who are facing transport povertyb) to provide, maintain and develop a Befriending Servicec) to support the development and establishment of any further projects for which need is identified. Does The Voluntary Network have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Voluntary Network. 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 Voluntary Network? The Voluntary Network's website is http://www.thevoluntarynetwork.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/1082478).