--- title: "The Whitwam Trust — check charity number 257566 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Whitwam Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 257566. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Church Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-whitwam-trust retrieved: 2026-08-28T15:14:40.743Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Whitwam Trust is a registered charity (number 257566) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £756 (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 Whitwam Trust? Registered charity number 257566 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Church Lane Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £756 ## What does The Whitwam Trust do? Gives small grants (usually less than £100 but larger grants can be given, dependent on reasons and circumstances) for the support of individuals for religious activities, educational and socially beneficial activities and in times of special need for any approved purpose. Applications are particularly encouraged from younger people. ## What causes is The Whitwam Trust registered for? General Charitable PurposesThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Whitwam Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Whitwam 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-whitwam-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Whitwam Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Whitwam Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 257566) 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 Whitwam Trust's charity number? The Whitwam Trust's charity number is 257566. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 257566? Search 257566 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 Whitwam Trust do? Gives small grants (usually less than £100 but larger grants can be given, dependent on reasons and circumstances) for the support of individuals for religious activities, educational and socially beneficial activities and in times of special need for any approved purpose. Applications are particularly encouraged from younger people. Does The Whitwam Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Whitwam 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 Whitwam Trust? The Whitwam 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/257566).