--- title: "Universal Chance — check charity number 1148737 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Universal Chance a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1148737. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/universal-chance retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:09:28.274Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Universal Chance is a registered charity (number 1148737) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty. 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 Universal Chance? Registered charity number 1148737 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location London Website [universalchance.org](http://universalchance.org/) ## What does Universal Chance do? Our principle focus has been funding the renovation of areas of Buhinga Primary School in Fort Portal Uganda. We fund local builders to undetake this work. Our fundraising activities are all based in the UK. ## What causes is Universal Chance registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Universal Chance yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Universal Chance 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=universal-chance&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://universalchance.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Universal Chance a legitimate charity? Yes. Universal Chance is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1148737) 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 Universal Chance's charity number? Universal Chance's charity number is 1148737. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1148737? Search 1148737 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 Universal Chance do? Our principle focus has been funding the renovation of areas of Buhinga Primary School in Fort Portal Uganda. We fund local builders to undetake this work. Our fundraising activities are all based in the UK. Does Universal Chance have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Universal Chance. 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 Universal Chance? Universal Chance's website is http://universalchance.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/1148737).