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title: "Charles S French Charitable Trust — check charity number 206476 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Charles S French Charitable Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 206476. General Charitable Purposes charity based in PO Box 5052. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/charles-s-french-charitable-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:06:25.156Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Charles S French Charitable Trust is a registered charity (number 206476) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £1,045,106 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Charles S French Charitable Trust?

Registered charity number

206476

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Trust

Location

PO Box 5052

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£1,045,106

Website

[www.csfct.org.uk](http://www.csfct.org.uk/)

## What does Charles S French Charitable Trust do?

The Charles S. French Charitable Trust is a charitable trust establised by trust deed on 1 September 1959 by Charles S. French for the promotion and advancement of primarily local charities in Essex and NE London at the discretion of the trustees.

## What causes is Charles S French Charitable Trust registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Charles S French Charitable Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Charles S French Charitable Trust 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Charles S French Charitable Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Charles S French Charitable Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 206476) 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 Charles S French Charitable Trust's charity number?

Charles S French Charitable Trust's charity number is 206476. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 206476?

Search 206476 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 Charles S French Charitable Trust do?

The Charles S. French Charitable Trust is a charitable trust establised by trust deed on 1 September 1959 by Charles S. French for the promotion and advancement of primarily local charities in Essex and NE London at the discretion of the trustees.

Does Charles S French Charitable Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Charles S French Charitable Trust. 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 Charles S French Charitable Trust?

Charles S French Charitable Trust's website is http://www.csfct.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/206476).