--- title: "Canvas — check charity number 1138522 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Canvas a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1138522. Religious Activities charity based in Birmingham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/canvas retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:18:21.566Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Canvas is a registered charity (number 1138522) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £169,840 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Canvas? Registered charity number 1138522 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Birmingham Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £169,840 Website [www.canvashouse.org](http://www.canvashouse.org/) ## What does Canvas do? The trust seeks to demonstrate the Christian faith in action by acting as a church primarily for the student population and operating various community outreach projects in Birmingham and Nottingham. ## What causes is Canvas registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Canvas yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Canvas 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=canvas&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.canvashouse.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Canvas a legitimate charity? Yes. Canvas is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1138522) 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 Canvas's charity number? Canvas's charity number is 1138522. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1138522? Search 1138522 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 Canvas do? The trust seeks to demonstrate the Christian faith in action by acting as a church primarily for the student population and operating various community outreach projects in Birmingham and Nottingham. Does Canvas have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Canvas. 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 Canvas? Canvas's website is http://www.canvashouse.org — 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/1138522).