--- title: "Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) — check charity number 1189138 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1189138. Amateur Sport charity based in Harpenden. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/afghan-sports-trust-ast retrieved: 2026-08-18T08:26:25.475Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) is a registered charity (number 1189138) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £5,270 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Afghan Sports Trust (Ast)? Registered charity number 1189138 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Harpenden Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £5,270 Website [www.afghansportstrust.org](http://www.afghansportstrust.org/) ## What does Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) do? The Afghan Sports Trust helps fund grassroots sports organisations and sports clubs in Afghanistan. This is achieved by awarding grants to sports clubs and events which we know can make a real difference to people's lives. Full details of how to apply and our eligibility criteria can be found on our website www.afghansportstrust.org ## What causes is Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) registered for? Amateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) 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=afghan-sports-trust-ast&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.afghansportstrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) a legitimate charity? Yes. Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1189138) 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 Afghan Sports Trust (Ast)'s charity number? Afghan Sports Trust (Ast)'s charity number is 1189138. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1189138? Search 1189138 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 Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) do? The Afghan Sports Trust helps fund grassroots sports organisations and sports clubs in Afghanistan. This is achieved by awarding grants to sports clubs and events which we know can make a real difference to people's lives. Full details of how to apply and our eligibility criteria can be found on our website www.afghansportstrust.org Does Afghan Sports Trust (Ast) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Afghan Sports Trust (Ast). 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 Afghan Sports Trust (Ast)? Afghan Sports Trust (Ast)'s website is http://www.afghansportstrust.org — 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/1189138).