--- title: "You Matter — check charity number 1194554 | CharityCompare" description: "Is You Matter a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1194554. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in 168 York Way. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/you-matter retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:09:15.964Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer You Matter is a registered charity (number 1194554) 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. Its latest reported income was £27,480 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 You Matter? Registered charity number 1194554 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 168 York Way Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £27,480 ## What does You Matter do? To develop the capacity and skills of the members of the socially and economically disadvantaged community of Watford, in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet their needs and to participate more fully in society.The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship in Watford by providing or assisting in education, training, healthcare, and mental health. ## What causes is You Matter registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for You Matter yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. You Matter 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=you-matter&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is You Matter a legitimate charity? Yes. You Matter is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1194554) 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 You Matter's charity number? You Matter's charity number is 1194554. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1194554? Search 1194554 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 You Matter do? To develop the capacity and skills of the members of the socially and economically disadvantaged community of Watford, in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet their needs and to participate more fully in society.The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship in Watford by providing or assisting in education, training, healthcare, and mental health. Does You Matter have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for You Matter. 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 You Matter? You Matter 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/1194554).