Is Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture as a registered charity (number 1080773) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture's charity number?

Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture's charity number is 1080773. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1080773?

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Does Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture. 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 Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture?

Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture's website listed in our register data is http://www.chhandamuk.com. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture registered as a charity?

Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture was entered on the register on 18 May 2000.

Registered charity · No. 1080773

Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include general charitable purposes, education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science.

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What are the key facts about Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31: £6,000
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31: £5,500
Registered charity number: 1080773
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Westcliff-on-Sea
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: www.chhandamuk.com

Quick answer

Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture (number 1080773) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture do?

Chhandam promotes, educates and engages local communities in Indian music, culture, dance, poetry and dramatics. Lead a show in October 2024 with community participation. Also staged the show Rays of Light in Shaw Theatre in November 2024, and supported local talents to be aware, learn and perform Indian classical and semi classical music.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture

Answers Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register does not record Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 18 May 2000
Also known as: Chhandam
Where it says it operates: Barnet · Essex · Thurrock · Southend-on-sea

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; People Of A Particular Ethnic Or Racial Origin; Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies; Other Defined Groups.

Reported activities: Other Charitable Activities.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture as a registered charity (number 1080773) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture's charity number?: Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture's charity number is 1080773. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1080773?: Search 1080773 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 Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture do?: Chhandam promotes, educates and engages local communities in Indian music, culture, dance, poetry and dramatics. Lead a show in October 2024 with community participation. Also staged the show Rays of Light in Shaw Theatre in November 2024, and supported local talents to be aware, learn and perform Indian classical and semi classical music.
Does Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture. 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 Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture?: Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture's website listed in our register data is http://www.chhandamuk.com. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture?: The register does not record Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
When was Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture registered as a charity?: Chhandam Centre of Indian Culture was entered on the register on 18 May 2000.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.