--- title: "Always Ahead — check charity number 1187685 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Always Ahead a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1187685. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Crewe. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/always-ahead retrieved: 2026-08-18T17:47:32.034Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Always Ahead is a registered charity (number 1187685) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £6,054 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Always Ahead? Registered charity number 1187685 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Crewe Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £6,054 ## What does Always Ahead do? The Always Ahead Charity was formed with the aim of carrying out charitable works for public benefit through the practical application of Christian ethics and principles by:1.Community Enhancement2. Youth Engagement 3. Prevention of Poverty4. Social Inclusion ## What causes is Always Ahead registered for? General Charitable PurposesDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Always Ahead yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Always Ahead 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=always-ahead&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Always Ahead a legitimate charity? Yes. Always Ahead is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1187685) 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 Always Ahead's charity number? Always Ahead's charity number is 1187685. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1187685? Search 1187685 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 Always Ahead do? The Always Ahead Charity was formed with the aim of carrying out charitable works for public benefit through the practical application of Christian ethics and principles by:1.Community Enhancement2. Youth Engagement 3. Prevention of Poverty4. Social Inclusion Does Always Ahead have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Always Ahead. 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 Always Ahead? Always Ahead 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/1187685).