--- title: "Bethesda Children's Foundation — check charity number 1153449 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bethesda Children's Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1153449. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bethesda-children-s-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-18T15:16:23.033Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bethesda Children's Foundation is a registered charity (number 1153449) 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. Its latest reported income was £33,559 (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 Bethesda Children's Foundation? Registered charity number 1153449 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location London Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £33,559 Website [www.bethesdachildren.org](http://www.bethesdachildren.org/) ## What does Bethesda Children's Foundation do? The Charity primarily supports a new children's home in Mettupalayam,Tamil Nadu, South India for up to 150 children and young people run by Pastor G Samuel as part of the work of Bethesda Mission Trust. ## What causes is Bethesda Children's Foundation registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bethesda Children's Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bethesda Children's Foundation 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=bethesda-children-s-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bethesdachildren.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bethesda Children's Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Bethesda Children's Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1153449) 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 Bethesda Children's Foundation's charity number? Bethesda Children's Foundation's charity number is 1153449. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1153449? Search 1153449 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 Bethesda Children's Foundation do? The Charity primarily supports a new children's home in Mettupalayam,Tamil Nadu, South India for up to 150 children and young people run by Pastor G Samuel as part of the work of Bethesda Mission Trust. Does Bethesda Children's Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bethesda Children's Foundation. 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 Bethesda Children's Foundation? Bethesda Children's Foundation's website is http://www.bethesdachildren.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/1153449).