--- title: "A2b — check charity number 1196440 | CharityCompare" description: "Is A2b a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196440. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Aigburth. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/a2b retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:19:14.280Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer A2b is a registered charity (number 1196440) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £136,840 (year ending 2024-03-31). 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 A2b? Registered charity number 1196440 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Aigburth Latest income (year ending 2024-03-31) £136,840 ## What does A2b do? The charity supports adults facing literacy, language, communication, social or economic barriers. We provide safe, accessible tutoring, small group sessions, online learning, digital support and community-based activities to build confidence, reduce isolation and improve access to education, volunteering, employment and wider community life. ## What causes is A2b registered for? General Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for A2b yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. A2b 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=a2b&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is A2b a legitimate charity? Yes. A2b is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196440) 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 A2b's charity number? A2b's charity number is 1196440. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1196440? Search 1196440 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 A2b do? The charity supports adults facing literacy, language, communication, social or economic barriers. We provide safe, accessible tutoring, small group sessions, online learning, digital support and community-based activities to build confidence, reduce isolation and improve access to education, volunteering, employment and wider community life. Does A2b have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for A2b. 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 A2b? A2b 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/1196440).