--- title: "Builders' Benevolent Institution — check charity number 212022 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Builders' Benevolent Institution a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 212022. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Writtle. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/builders-benevolent-institution retrieved: 2026-08-19T09:51:28.297Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Builders' Benevolent Institution is a registered charity (number 212022) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £50,805 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Builders' Benevolent Institution? Registered charity number 212022 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Writtle Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £50,805 Website [www.builderscharity.org.uk](http://www.builderscharity.org.uk/) ## What does Builders' Benevolent Institution do? The objects of the Institution is the assistance of:- Persons in need who have been (or who are) engaged in the building trade as Master Builders, and- The wives, widows and children of any such persons being in need of assistance. ## What causes is Builders' Benevolent Institution registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Builders' Benevolent Institution yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Builders' Benevolent Institution 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=builders-benevolent-institution&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.builderscharity.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Builders' Benevolent Institution a legitimate charity? Yes. Builders' Benevolent Institution is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 212022) 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 Builders' Benevolent Institution's charity number? Builders' Benevolent Institution's charity number is 212022. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 212022? Search 212022 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 Builders' Benevolent Institution do? The objects of the Institution is the assistance of:- Persons in need who have been (or who are) engaged in the building trade as Master Builders, and- The wives, widows and children of any such persons being in need of assistance. Does Builders' Benevolent Institution have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Builders' Benevolent Institution. 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 Builders' Benevolent Institution? Builders' Benevolent Institution's website is http://www.builderscharity.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/212022).