--- title: "Cherish Fund — check charity number 1012868 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cherish Fund a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1012868. Education/training charity based in Stretton Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cherish-fund retrieved: 2026-08-18T21:45:48.374Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cherish Fund is a registered charity (number 1012868) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty; overseas aid/famine relief. Its latest reported income was £20,882 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Cherish Fund? Registered charity number 1012868 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Stretton Road Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £20,882 Website [www.cherishfund.org.uk](http://www.cherishfund.org.uk/) ## What does Cherish Fund do? Cherish works with children and families in crisis, in Africa and the UK. In Africa we focus on education, relief and development, while in the UK we have worked with victims of domestic violence, and children in areas of high deprivation. Cherish always works direct with local service providers. All projects have been inspected by a trustee, or other nominated person. ## What causes is Cherish Fund registered for? Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyOverseas Aid/famine Relief ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cherish Fund yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cherish Fund 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=cherish-fund&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cherishfund.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cherish Fund a legitimate charity? Yes. Cherish Fund is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1012868) 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 Cherish Fund's charity number? Cherish Fund's charity number is 1012868. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1012868? Search 1012868 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 Cherish Fund do? Cherish works with children and families in crisis, in Africa and the UK. In Africa we focus on education, relief and development, while in the UK we have worked with victims of domestic violence, and children in areas of high deprivation. Cherish always works direct with local service providers. All projects have been inspected by a trustee, or other nominated person. Does Cherish Fund have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cherish Fund. 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 Cherish Fund? Cherish Fund's website is http://www.cherishfund.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/1012868).