--- title: "Brighton and Hove Faith in Action — check charity number 1166257 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Brighton and Hove Faith in Action a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1166257. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Community Base. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/brighton-and-hove-faith-in-action retrieved: 2026-08-19T04:54:17.499Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Brighton and Hove Faith in Action is a registered charity (number 1166257) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £23,353 (year ending 2025-07-28). 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 Brighton and Hove Faith in Action? Registered charity number 1166257 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Community Base Latest income (year ending 2025-07-28) £23,353 Website [www.bhfa.org.uk](https://www.bhfa.org.uk/) ## What does Brighton and Hove Faith in Action do? The BHFA supports faith groups that deliver social welfare and community building projects in the city of Brighton and Hove.We achieve this by running partnerships between different faith groups that deliver similar services so that they operate more efficiently. We also act as an advocate for faith groups to secular authorities, promoting and defending the rights of faith groups. ## What causes is Brighton and Hove Faith in Action registered for? General Charitable PurposesThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Brighton and Hove Faith in Action yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Brighton and Hove Faith in Action 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=brighton-and-hove-faith-in-action&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.bhfa.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Brighton and Hove Faith in Action a legitimate charity? Yes. Brighton and Hove Faith in Action is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1166257) 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 Brighton and Hove Faith in Action's charity number? Brighton and Hove Faith in Action's charity number is 1166257. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1166257? Search 1166257 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 Brighton and Hove Faith in Action do? The BHFA supports faith groups that deliver social welfare and community building projects in the city of Brighton and Hove.We achieve this by running partnerships between different faith groups that deliver similar services so that they operate more efficiently. We also act as an advocate for faith groups to secular authorities, promoting and defending the rights of faith groups. Does Brighton and Hove Faith in Action have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Brighton and Hove Faith in Action. 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 Brighton and Hove Faith in Action? Brighton and Hove Faith in Action's website is https://www.bhfa.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/1166257).