--- title: "Bobby's Big Heart — check charity number 1198385 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bobby's Big Heart a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1198385. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Canvey Island. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bobby-s-big-heart retrieved: 2026-08-18T21:46:17.717Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bobby's Big Heart is a registered charity (number 1198385) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £15,689 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Bobby's Big Heart? Registered charity number 1198385 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Canvey Island Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £15,689 ## What does Bobby's Big Heart do? We are a community charity who provide support across South Essex. We are a non-judgemental, non-discriminatory group who rely solely on donations, with support primarily in the form of food parcels. The group has a varied network of supporters, ranging in nature from private to corporate. A network of General Practitioners and Social workers also interact with the group, ## What causes is Bobby's Big Heart registered for? General Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bobby's Big Heart yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bobby's Big Heart 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=bobby-s-big-heart&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bobby's Big Heart a legitimate charity? Yes. Bobby's Big Heart is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1198385) 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 Bobby's Big Heart's charity number? Bobby's Big Heart's charity number is 1198385. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1198385? Search 1198385 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 Bobby's Big Heart do? We are a community charity who provide support across South Essex. We are a non-judgemental, non-discriminatory group who rely solely on donations, with support primarily in the form of food parcels. The group has a varied network of supporters, ranging in nature from private to corporate. A network of General Practitioners and Social workers also interact with the group, Does Bobby's Big Heart have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bobby's Big Heart. 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 Bobby's Big Heart? Bobby's Big Heart does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1198385).