--- title: "African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) — check charity number 1081996 | CharityCompare" description: "Is African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1081996. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in 217 Waterloo Terrace. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/african-caribbean-community-initiative-a-c-c-i retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:44:01.465Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) is a registered charity (number 1081996) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability; accommodation/housing. Its latest reported income was £1,242,215 (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 African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.)? Registered charity number 1081996 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 217 Waterloo Terrace Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,242,215 Website [www.acci.org.uk](http://www.acci.org.uk/) ## What does African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) do? ACCI provides a daily resource centre and Assertively managed (dual diagnosis), Intensive Supported (acutely vulnerable women) supported accommodation, assertive outreach, housing, counselling & therapy service to African Caribbean people (but not exclusively) who have mental ill health, including those who also have learning and less severe physical disabilities. Largest Carers Group regionally. ## What causes is African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisabilityAccommodation/housing ## Why is there no Clarity Score for African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) 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=african-caribbean-community-initiative-a-c-c-i&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.acci.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) a legitimate charity? Yes. African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1081996) 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 African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.)'s charity number? African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.)'s charity number is 1081996. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1081996? Search 1081996 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 African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) do? ACCI provides a daily resource centre and Assertively managed (dual diagnosis), Intensive Supported (acutely vulnerable women) supported accommodation, assertive outreach, housing, counselling & therapy service to African Caribbean people (but not exclusively) who have mental ill health, including those who also have learning and less severe physical disabilities. Largest Carers Group regionally. Does African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.). 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 African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.)? African Caribbean Community Initiative (A.c.c.i.)'s website is http://www.acci.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/1081996).