--- title: "Bendigo Memorial Fund — check charity number 1213994 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bendigo Memorial Fund a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1213994. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 19 Pilkington Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bendigo-memorial-fund retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:15:28.654Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bendigo Memorial Fund is a registered charity (number 1213994) 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; other charitable purposes. 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 Bendigo Memorial Fund? Registered charity number 1213994 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 19 Pilkington Road Website [www.bendigofunds.co.uk](https://www.bendigofunds.co.uk/) ## What does Bendigo Memorial Fund do? To advance education for the public benefit, as a means of historical appreciation of the life and achievements of 19th century boxer William Thompson (known as "Bendigo"), seeking to foster greater appreciation of the social history and heritage of the Nottingham area. To be achieved through a range of activities including exhibitions and with the expectation of a permanent public memorial. ## What causes is Bendigo Memorial Fund registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bendigo Memorial Fund yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bendigo Memorial Fund 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=bendigo-memorial-fund&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.bendigofunds.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bendigo Memorial Fund a legitimate charity? Yes. Bendigo Memorial Fund is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1213994) 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 Bendigo Memorial Fund's charity number? Bendigo Memorial Fund's charity number is 1213994. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1213994? Search 1213994 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 Bendigo Memorial Fund do? To advance education for the public benefit, as a means of historical appreciation of the life and achievements of 19th century boxer William Thompson (known as "Bendigo"), seeking to foster greater appreciation of the social history and heritage of the Nottingham area. To be achieved through a range of activities including exhibitions and with the expectation of a permanent public memorial. Does Bendigo Memorial Fund have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bendigo Memorial Fund. 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 Bendigo Memorial Fund? Bendigo Memorial Fund's website is https://www.bendigofunds.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/1213994).