--- title: "W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor — check charity number 702795 | CharityCompare" description: "Is W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 702795. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Lichfield Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/w-j-croft-for-the-relief-of-the-poor retrieved: 2026-08-23T02:23:33.274Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor is a registered charity (number 702795) 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. Its latest reported income was £2,844 (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 W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor? Registered charity number 702795 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Lichfield Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,844 Website [www.walsall.gov.uk/charities](http://www.walsall.gov.uk/charities) ## What does W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor do? To make small grants to disadvantaged individuals resident in the Borough of Walsall in particular for school uniforms and small household items, the charity cannot use any part of its income to make cash payments directly to individuals in relief of taxes, public funds etc. ## What causes is W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor registered for? General Charitable PurposesThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor 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=w-j-croft-for-the-relief-of-the-poor&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.walsall.gov.uk/charities) ## Frequently asked questions Is W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor a legitimate charity? Yes. W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 702795) 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 W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor's charity number? W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor's charity number is 702795. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 702795? Search 702795 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 W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor do? To make small grants to disadvantaged individuals resident in the Borough of Walsall in particular for school uniforms and small household items, the charity cannot use any part of its income to make cash payments directly to individuals in relief of taxes, public funds etc. Does W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor. 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 W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor? W J Croft for the Relief of the Poor's website is http://www.walsall.gov.uk/charities — 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/702795).