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title: "Autism Matters — check charity number 1171140 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Autism Matters a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1171140. Disability charity based in Thornaby. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/autism-matters
retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:15:24.796Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Autism Matters is a registered charity (number 1171140) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. Its latest reported income was £1,314,045 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Autism Matters?

Registered charity number

1171140

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Thornaby

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£1,314,045

Website

[www.autism-matters.co.uk](http://www.autism-matters.co.uk/)

## What does Autism Matters do?

Group sessions where the rewards of friendship and communication with other similar to you are well worth it.Short breaks are fun but challenging, and really help develop new life skills, such as sharing, cooperation, patience, and self worth.One to one support is a unique opportunity to explore real life goals, such as managing money, working, volunteering, being more independent.

## What causes is Autism Matters registered for?

Disability

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Autism Matters yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Autism Matters 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Autism Matters a legitimate charity?

Yes. Autism Matters is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1171140) 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 Autism Matters's charity number?

Autism Matters's charity number is 1171140. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1171140?

Search 1171140 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 Autism Matters do?

Group sessions where the rewards of friendship and communication with other similar to you are well worth it.Short breaks are fun but challenging, and really help develop new life skills, such as sharing, cooperation, patience, and self worth.One to one support is a unique opportunity to explore real life goals, such as managing money, working, volunteering, being more independent.

Does Autism Matters have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Autism Matters. 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 Autism Matters?

Autism Matters's website is http://www.autism-matters.co.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/1171140).