--- title: "Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) — check charity number 1081305 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1081305. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Harrow. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/batticaloa-underprivileged-development-society-b-u-d-s retrieved: 2026-08-18T09:17:21.197Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) is a registered charity (number 1081305) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £22,832 (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 Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S )? Registered charity number 1081305 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Harrow Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £22,832 Website [www.budsuk.org](http://www.budsuk.org/) ## What does Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) do? BUDS, initially formed as a communal group in 1986, became a registered charity in 2000. BUDS has a multifaceted mission providing education and foster care support to children, livelihood opportunities, supporting the elderly, low-cost housing initiatives, addressing malnutrition, and conducting drug awareness and prevention programs for the deprived community in the Eastern part of Sri Lanka. ## What causes is Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) 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=batticaloa-underprivileged-development-society-b-u-d-s&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.budsuk.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) a legitimate charity? Yes. Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1081305) 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 Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S )'s charity number? Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S )'s charity number is 1081305. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1081305? Search 1081305 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 Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) do? BUDS, initially formed as a communal group in 1986, became a registered charity in 2000. BUDS has a multifaceted mission providing education and foster care support to children, livelihood opportunities, supporting the elderly, low-cost housing initiatives, addressing malnutrition, and conducting drug awareness and prevention programs for the deprived community in the Eastern part of Sri Lanka. Does Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S ). 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 Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S )? Batticaloa Underprivileged Development Society ( B U D S )'s website is http://www.budsuk.org — 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/1081305).