--- title: "British Gas Energy Trust — check charity number 1179578 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Gas Energy Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1179578. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 65-66 Lincoln's Inn Fields. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/british-gas-energy-trust retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:08:59.170Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Gas Energy Trust is a registered charity (number 1179578) 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 £15,774,216 (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 British Gas Energy Trust? Registered charity number 1179578 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 65-66 Lincoln's Inn Fields Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £15,774,216 Website [www.britishgasenergytrust.org.uk](http://www.britishgasenergytrust.org.uk/) ## What does British Gas Energy Trust do? The Trust contributes to the relief of poverty, with a particular focus on fuel poverty. It helps families and individuals experiencing hardship who are struggling with gas and electricity debts by awarding grants to clear those debts. The Trust also funds organisations across England, Wales and Scotland to provide fuel debt and money advice services within communities. ## What causes is British Gas Energy Trust registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Gas Energy Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Gas Energy Trust 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=british-gas-energy-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.britishgasenergytrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Gas Energy Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. British Gas Energy Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1179578) 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 British Gas Energy Trust's charity number? British Gas Energy Trust's charity number is 1179578. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1179578? Search 1179578 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 British Gas Energy Trust do? The Trust contributes to the relief of poverty, with a particular focus on fuel poverty. It helps families and individuals experiencing hardship who are struggling with gas and electricity debts by awarding grants to clear those debts. The Trust also funds organisations across England, Wales and Scotland to provide fuel debt and money advice services within communities. Does British Gas Energy Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Gas Energy Trust. 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 British Gas Energy Trust? British Gas Energy Trust's website is http://www.britishgasenergytrust.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/1179578).