--- title: "World in Need International — check charity number 1041711 | CharityCompare" description: "Is World in Need International a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1041711. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Trinity Hall. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/world-in-need-international retrieved: 2026-08-24T20:05:18.707Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer World in Need International is a registered charity (number 1041711) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £274,457 (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 World in Need International? Registered charity number 1041711 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Trinity Hall Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £274,457 Website [www.worldinneed.org.uk](http://www.worldinneed.org.uk/) ## What does World in Need International do? World in Need International is a Christian charity which aspires to see communities transformed by education and development. We believe that even the poorest communities can find hope and freedom when they are empowered to rise above their circumstances. Working to direct resources to where they are most needed, World in Need works in countries across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. ## What causes is World in Need International registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for World in Need International yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. World in Need International 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=world-in-need-international&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.worldinneed.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is World in Need International a legitimate charity? Yes. World in Need International is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1041711) 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 World in Need International's charity number? World in Need International's charity number is 1041711. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1041711? Search 1041711 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 World in Need International do? World in Need International is a Christian charity which aspires to see communities transformed by education and development. We believe that even the poorest communities can find hope and freedom when they are empowered to rise above their circumstances. Working to direct resources to where they are most needed, World in Need works in countries across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Does World in Need International have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for World in Need International. 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 World in Need International? World in Need International's website is http://www.worldinneed.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/1041711).