--- title: "Bridging the Gap (Manchester) — check charity number 1170952 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bridging the Gap (Manchester) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1170952. Education/training charity based in Royce Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bridging-the-gap-manchester retrieved: 2026-08-19T04:51:25.322Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bridging the Gap (Manchester) is a registered charity (number 1170952) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £184,563 (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 Bridging the Gap (Manchester)? Registered charity number 1170952 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Royce Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £184,563 Website [www.manchestersouthcentral.foodbank.org.uk](http://www.manchestersouthcentral.foodbank.org.uk/) ## What does Bridging the Gap (Manchester) do? The prevention or relief of poverty and the relief of those in need, hardship or distress in Greater Manchester by providing services and activities aimed at alleviating the social exclusion of those disadvantaged by their social and/or economic circumstances, reducing inequality and building strong, sustainable communities that empower people to be independent and in control of their lives. ## What causes is Bridging the Gap (Manchester) registered for? Education/trainingDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bridging the Gap (Manchester) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bridging the Gap (Manchester) 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=bridging-the-gap-manchester&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.manchestersouthcentral.foodbank.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bridging the Gap (Manchester) a legitimate charity? Yes. Bridging the Gap (Manchester) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1170952) 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 Bridging the Gap (Manchester)'s charity number? Bridging the Gap (Manchester)'s charity number is 1170952. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1170952? Search 1170952 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 Bridging the Gap (Manchester) do? The prevention or relief of poverty and the relief of those in need, hardship or distress in Greater Manchester by providing services and activities aimed at alleviating the social exclusion of those disadvantaged by their social and/or economic circumstances, reducing inequality and building strong, sustainable communities that empower people to be independent and in control of their lives. Does Bridging the Gap (Manchester) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bridging the Gap (Manchester). 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 Bridging the Gap (Manchester)? Bridging the Gap (Manchester)'s website is http://www.manchestersouthcentral.foodbank.org.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/1170952).