--- title: "Biafra Aid — check charity number 1185825 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Biafra Aid a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1185825. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in 134 Edmund Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/biafra-aid retrieved: 2026-08-18T16:01:31.121Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Biafra Aid is a registered charity (number 1185825) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; the prevention or relief of poverty. 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 Biafra Aid? Registered charity number 1185825 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 134 Edmund Street Website [www.biafraaid.org](http://www.biafraaid.org/) ## What does Biafra Aid do? The CIO provides assistance to Biafran People disadvantaged because of their Biafran heritage. This is predominantly provided by way of healthcare and financial assistance directly to Biafran People and indirectly by providing funds to local services which offer healthcare and financial assistance thus leading to providing more permanent and sustainable services to help beneficiaries. ## What causes is Biafra Aid registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Biafra Aid yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Biafra Aid 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=biafra-aid&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.biafraaid.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Biafra Aid a legitimate charity? Yes. Biafra Aid is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1185825) 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 Biafra Aid's charity number? Biafra Aid's charity number is 1185825. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1185825? Search 1185825 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 Biafra Aid do? The CIO provides assistance to Biafran People disadvantaged because of their Biafran heritage. This is predominantly provided by way of healthcare and financial assistance directly to Biafran People and indirectly by providing funds to local services which offer healthcare and financial assistance thus leading to providing more permanent and sustainable services to help beneficiaries. Does Biafra Aid have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Biafra Aid. 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 Biafra Aid? Biafra Aid's website is http://www.biafraaid.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/1185825).