--- title: "African Cultural Association — check charity number 1157721 | CharityCompare" description: "Is African Cultural Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1157721. General Charitable Purposes charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/african-cultural-association retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:08:26.416Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer African Cultural Association is a registered charity (number 1157721) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £55,428 (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 Cultural Association? Registered charity number 1157721 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £55,428 Website [www.africanculturalassociation.org](http://www.africanculturalassociation.org/) ## What does African Cultural Association do? ADULT SKILLS TRAINING ACTIVITIES FOR THE UNEMPLOYED IN FASHION/DRESSMAKING CRAFT AND PATTERN CUTTING. YOUTH PROJECTS ACTIVITIES FOR LOW INCOME FAMILIES . ORGANISE EVENTS & WORK SHOPS. ADVANCE EDUCATION IN AFRICAN CULTURE. PROVIDE GENERAL INFORMATION AND ADVICE TO PEOPLE WHO ARE EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. ADVICE QUALITY STANDARD CERTIFICATION. UK REGISTERED LEARNING PROVIDER- UKPRN 10021875 ## What causes is African Cultural Association registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for African Cultural Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. African Cultural Association 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-cultural-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.africanculturalassociation.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is African Cultural Association a legitimate charity? Yes. African Cultural Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1157721) 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 Cultural Association's charity number? African Cultural Association's charity number is 1157721. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1157721? Search 1157721 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 Cultural Association do? ADULT SKILLS TRAINING ACTIVITIES FOR THE UNEMPLOYED IN FASHION/DRESSMAKING CRAFT AND PATTERN CUTTING. YOUTH PROJECTS ACTIVITIES FOR LOW INCOME FAMILIES . ORGANISE EVENTS & WORK SHOPS. ADVANCE EDUCATION IN AFRICAN CULTURE. PROVIDE GENERAL INFORMATION AND ADVICE TO PEOPLE WHO ARE EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. ADVICE QUALITY STANDARD CERTIFICATION. UK REGISTERED LEARNING PROVIDER- UKPRN 10021875 Does African Cultural Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for African Cultural Association. 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 Cultural Association? African Cultural Association's website is http://www.africanculturalassociation.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/1157721).