--- title: "Alternative Source — check charity number 1139454 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alternative Source a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1139454. Education/training charity based in Bath. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/alternative-source retrieved: 2026-08-18T17:47:37.303Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alternative Source is a registered charity (number 1139454) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty; overseas aid/famine relief. Its latest reported income was £39,378 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Alternative Source? Registered charity number 1139454 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Bath Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £39,378 ## What does Alternative Source do? In 2021 our charitable activities contributed primarily to improvements in environmental protection. Our programme-related investments supported the expansion of low- and zero-carbon power generation, supplied to UK households and businesses. Going forwards the trustees are looking forward to initiating new charitable activities that will advance our objects. ## What causes is Alternative Source registered for? Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyOverseas Aid/famine Relief ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alternative Source yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alternative Source 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=alternative-source&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alternative Source a legitimate charity? Yes. Alternative Source is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1139454) 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 Alternative Source's charity number? Alternative Source's charity number is 1139454. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1139454? Search 1139454 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 Alternative Source do? In 2021 our charitable activities contributed primarily to improvements in environmental protection. Our programme-related investments supported the expansion of low- and zero-carbon power generation, supplied to UK households and businesses. Going forwards the trustees are looking forward to initiating new charitable activities that will advance our objects. Does Alternative Source have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alternative Source. 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 Alternative Source? Alternative Source 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/1139454).