--- title: "Cardiff University Students' Union — check charity number 1137163 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cardiff University Students' Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1137163. Education/training charity based in Park Place. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cardiff-university-students-union retrieved: 2026-08-18T06:38:01.577Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cardiff University Students' Union is a registered charity (number 1137163) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £14,039,688 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Cardiff University Students' Union? Registered charity number 1137163 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Park Place Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £14,039,688 Website [www.cardiffstudents.com](http://www.cardiffstudents.com/) ## What does Cardiff University Students' Union do? Promoting the interests and welfare of students at Cardiff University during their study and representing, supporting and advising students.Being the recognised representative channel between students and Cardiff University and other bodies.Providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of its students. ## What causes is Cardiff University Students' Union registered for? Education/trainingAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cardiff University Students' Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cardiff University Students' Union 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=cardiff-university-students-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cardiffstudents.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cardiff University Students' Union a legitimate charity? Yes. Cardiff University Students' Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1137163) 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 Cardiff University Students' Union's charity number? Cardiff University Students' Union's charity number is 1137163. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1137163? Search 1137163 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 Cardiff University Students' Union do? Promoting the interests and welfare of students at Cardiff University during their study and representing, supporting and advising students.Being the recognised representative channel between students and Cardiff University and other bodies.Providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of its students. Does Cardiff University Students' Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cardiff University Students' Union. 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 Cardiff University Students' Union? Cardiff University Students' Union's website is http://www.cardiffstudents.com — 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/1137163).