--- title: "Cancerbackup — check charity number 1019719 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cancerbackup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1019719. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in 3rd Floor, Bronze Building. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cancerbackup retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:17:18.976Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cancerbackup is a registered charity (number 1019719) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives. 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 Cancerbackup? Registered charity number 1019719 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 3rd Floor, Bronze Building Website [www.macmillan.org.uk](http://www.macmillan.org.uk/) ## What does Cancerbackup do? Giving cancer patients and those living with cancer up-to-date information, practical advice and support they need to reduce the fear and uncertainty of cancer. The charity's aim is to provide information in reply to any question on any cancer. Note that this is now undertaken in the name of Macmillan Cancer Support, with which Cancerbackup merged in 2008. ## What causes is Cancerbackup registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cancerbackup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cancerbackup 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=cancerbackup&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.macmillan.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cancerbackup a legitimate charity? Yes. Cancerbackup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1019719) 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 Cancerbackup's charity number? Cancerbackup's charity number is 1019719. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1019719? Search 1019719 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 Cancerbackup do? Giving cancer patients and those living with cancer up-to-date information, practical advice and support they need to reduce the fear and uncertainty of cancer. The charity's aim is to provide information in reply to any question on any cancer. Note that this is now undertaken in the name of Macmillan Cancer Support, with which Cancerbackup merged in 2008. Does Cancerbackup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cancerbackup. 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 Cancerbackup? Cancerbackup's website is http://www.macmillan.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/1019719).