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What is a good Clarity Score?

In short: 90–100 is exceptional (5★), 75–89 is good (4★) and the Give with Confidence threshold, 60–74 needs improvement (3★), and 1–59 is poor (2★). Zero means not rated — including an open statutory inquiry. The score measures accountability, not impact.

Data from CharityCompare editorial, last updated .

Stars use the same bands as the labels. There is no 1★ band.

  • 90–100 — 5★ Exceptional. Filings are complete, punctual and easy to follow.
  • 75–89 — 4★ Good. Give with Confidence starts here, if filings are up to date and there are no serious red flags.
  • 60–74 — 3★ Needs improvement. Several things in the accounts would benefit from explanation.
  • 1–59 — 2★ Poor. Read the filings and red flags before giving.
  • 0 — not rated. An open statutory inquiry overrides everything else.

The score measures accountability on paper, not whether programmes work. Use it to rule out weak administration, then read the trustees’ annual report. Full allocation: how we score and methodology.

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