--- title: "Bahja Initiative — check charity number 1169309 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bahja Initiative a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1169309. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in 72-74 Willows Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bahja-initiative retrieved: 2026-08-18T02:42:02.416Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bahja Initiative is a registered charity (number 1169309) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £174,401 (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 Bahja Initiative? Registered charity number 1169309 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 72-74 Willows Lane Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £174,401 ## What does Bahja Initiative do? 1. THE PREVENTION OR RELIEF OF POVERTY IN HYNDBURN, LANCASHIRE 2. THE ADVANCEMENT OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION3. TO ADVANCE THE ISLAMIC FAITH THROUGH THE HOLDING OF WEEKLY PRAYER MEETINGS WHERE PEOPLE GATHER TO SING ISLAMIC HYMNS IN PRAISE OF GOD AND THE PROPHET MUHAMMAD4. PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR ARCHERY, HORSE-RIDING, SWIMMING, FOOTBALL AND WRESTLING ## What causes is Bahja Initiative registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious ActivitiesAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bahja Initiative yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bahja Initiative 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=bahja-initiative&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bahja Initiative a legitimate charity? Yes. Bahja Initiative is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1169309) 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 Bahja Initiative's charity number? Bahja Initiative's charity number is 1169309. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1169309? Search 1169309 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 Bahja Initiative do? 1. THE PREVENTION OR RELIEF OF POVERTY IN HYNDBURN, LANCASHIRE 2. THE ADVANCEMENT OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION3. TO ADVANCE THE ISLAMIC FAITH THROUGH THE HOLDING OF WEEKLY PRAYER MEETINGS WHERE PEOPLE GATHER TO SING ISLAMIC HYMNS IN PRAISE OF GOD AND THE PROPHET MUHAMMAD4. PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR ARCHERY, HORSE-RIDING, SWIMMING, FOOTBALL AND WRESTLING Does Bahja Initiative have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bahja Initiative. 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 Bahja Initiative? Bahja Initiative 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/1169309).