--- title: "Vital Signs Foundation — check charity number 1140141 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Vital Signs Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1140141. Education/training charity based in Southport. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/vital-signs-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:53:45.297Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Vital Signs Foundation is a registered charity (number 1140141) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £33 (year ending 2024-08-31). 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 Vital Signs Foundation? Registered charity number 1140141 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Southport Latest income (year ending 2024-08-31) £33 Website [www.vsf.org.uk](http://www.vsf.org.uk/) ## What does Vital Signs Foundation do? Raising awareness of Sudden Cardiac Arrest in young peopleProviding free heart screening for young people aged 16-35 for undiagnosed heart conditions using ECG & Echocardiogram screeningsPromoting healthy lifestyle choicesAllocation of free defibrillators in Sixth Form Schools, Colleges, Universities and Public Access defibrillators in local communities. ## What causes is Vital Signs Foundation registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Vital Signs Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Vital Signs Foundation 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=vital-signs-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.vsf.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Vital Signs Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Vital Signs Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1140141) 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 Vital Signs Foundation's charity number? Vital Signs Foundation's charity number is 1140141. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1140141? Search 1140141 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 Vital Signs Foundation do? Raising awareness of Sudden Cardiac Arrest in young peopleProviding free heart screening for young people aged 16-35 for undiagnosed heart conditions using ECG & Echocardiogram screeningsPromoting healthy lifestyle choicesAllocation of free defibrillators in Sixth Form Schools, Colleges, Universities and Public Access defibrillators in local communities. Does Vital Signs Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Vital Signs Foundation. 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 Vital Signs Foundation? Vital Signs Foundation's website is http://www.vsf.org.uk/ — 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/1140141).