--- title: "Apt Action on Poverty — check charity number 290836 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Apt Action on Poverty a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 290836. Education/training charity based in Bishopston. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/apt-action-on-poverty retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:21:59.552Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Apt Action on Poverty is a registered charity (number 290836) 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 £758,040 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Apt Action on Poverty? Registered charity number 290836 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Bishopston Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £758,040 Website [www.aptuk.org.uk](http://www.aptuk.org.uk/) ## What does Apt Action on Poverty do? Action on Poverty's vision is a world where everyone can work with pride for a better future. We work in partnership with people in East and West Africa to build livelihoods and transform lives; addressing barriers to safe and lasting work, hunger and injustice. These changemakers access vital skills and resources needed to earn a living and address the root causes of poverty. ## What causes is Apt Action on Poverty registered for? Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyOverseas Aid/famine Relief ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Apt Action on Poverty yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Apt Action on Poverty 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=apt-action-on-poverty&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.aptuk.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Apt Action on Poverty a legitimate charity? Yes. Apt Action on Poverty is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 290836) 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 Apt Action on Poverty's charity number? Apt Action on Poverty's charity number is 290836. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 290836? Search 290836 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 Apt Action on Poverty do? Action on Poverty's vision is a world where everyone can work with pride for a better future. We work in partnership with people in East and West Africa to build livelihoods and transform lives; addressing barriers to safe and lasting work, hunger and injustice. These changemakers access vital skills and resources needed to earn a living and address the root causes of poverty. Does Apt Action on Poverty have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Apt Action on Poverty. 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 Apt Action on Poverty? Apt Action on Poverty's website is http://www.aptuk.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/290836).