--- title: "Black South West Network — check charity number 1123633 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Black South West Network a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1123633. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 2 Upper York Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/black-south-west-network retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:58:18.038Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Black South West Network is a registered charity (number 1123633) 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 prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £2,463,394 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Black South West Network? Registered charity number 1123633 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 2 Upper York Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,463,394 Website [www.blacksouthwestnetwork.org](https://www.blacksouthwestnetwork.org/) ## What does Black South West Network do? BSWN supports BME and other marginal community organisations in the South West. Its vision and mission are to promote and advocate on behalf of the BME and other marginal Voluntary and Community Sector organisations (BVCS). To strengthen the BVCS by increasing influence in policy arenas, developing the capacity, providing support, facilitating skills and knowledge sharing across the sector. ## What causes is Black South West Network registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Black South West Network yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Black South West Network 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=black-south-west-network&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.blacksouthwestnetwork.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Black South West Network a legitimate charity? Yes. Black South West Network is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1123633) 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 Black South West Network's charity number? Black South West Network's charity number is 1123633. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1123633? Search 1123633 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 Black South West Network do? BSWN supports BME and other marginal community organisations in the South West. Its vision and mission are to promote and advocate on behalf of the BME and other marginal Voluntary and Community Sector organisations (BVCS). To strengthen the BVCS by increasing influence in policy arenas, developing the capacity, providing support, facilitating skills and knowledge sharing across the sector. Does Black South West Network have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Black South West Network. 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 Black South West Network? Black South West Network's website is https://www.blacksouthwestnetwork.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/1123633).