--- title: "Charity of Edward Dodge — check charity number 239471 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Charity of Edward Dodge a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 239471. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Long Mill Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/charity-of-edward-dodge retrieved: 2026-08-18T16:52:45.896Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Charity of Edward Dodge is a registered charity (number 239471) 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 £40 (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 Charity of Edward Dodge? Registered charity number 239471 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Long Mill Lane Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £40 ## What does Charity of Edward Dodge do? The charity was set up in the 16th century to help the poor. It is now inactive and so all monetary dues to it are paid over to the Betenson Trust which is another charity whose purpose is the upkeep of local almshouses. ## What causes is Charity of Edward Dodge registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Charity of Edward Dodge yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Charity of Edward Dodge 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=charity-of-edward-dodge&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Charity of Edward Dodge a legitimate charity? Yes. Charity of Edward Dodge is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 239471) 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 Charity of Edward Dodge's charity number? Charity of Edward Dodge's charity number is 239471. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 239471? Search 239471 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 Charity of Edward Dodge do? The charity was set up in the 16th century to help the poor. It is now inactive and so all monetary dues to it are paid over to the Betenson Trust which is another charity whose purpose is the upkeep of local almshouses. Does Charity of Edward Dodge have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Charity of Edward Dodge. 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 Charity of Edward Dodge? Charity of Edward Dodge does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/239471).