Is Chris Donovan Trust a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Chris Donovan Trust as a registered charity (number 1112759) 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 Chris Donovan Trust's charity number?

Chris Donovan Trust's charity number is 1112759. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1112759?

Search 1112759 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.

Does Chris Donovan Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chris Donovan 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 Chris Donovan Trust?

Chris Donovan Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.chrisdonovantrust.org. 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.

What was Chris Donovan Trust previously called?

The register lists these previous names for Chris Donovan Trust: Forgiveness Ministries; The Christopher Donovan Trust.

When was Chris Donovan Trust registered as a charity?

Chris Donovan Trust was entered on the register on 18 January 2006.

Registered charity · No. 1112759

Chris Donovan Trust

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Chris Donovan Trust is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training.

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What are the key facts about Chris Donovan Trust?

Reported income · year ending 2026-01-31: £1,307
Reported spending · year ending 2026-01-31: £4,233
Registered charity number: 1112759
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Sutton
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: www.chrisdonovantrust.org

Quick answer

Chris Donovan Trust (number 1112759) 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 Chris Donovan Trust do?

The Chris Donovan Trust is a small charity that was set up after the murder of Christopher Donovan. We run our Five Minutes of Madness / Restorative Justice workshops in prisons, schools, and universities, our aim is to educate young people of the dangers of getting involved in gangs & crime and to see the consequences of their actions, and how Restorative Justice can benefits both parties

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Chris Donovan Trust

Answers Chris Donovan Trust 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 Chris Donovan Trust 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 January 2006
Previous names on the register: Forgiveness Ministries; The Christopher Donovan Trust
Where it says it operates: Throughout England and Wales

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Services; Provides Advocacy/advice/information.

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 Chris Donovan Trust registered for?

Education/training

Why is there no Clarity Score for Chris Donovan Trust yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Chris Donovan Trust. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Chris Donovan Trust?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Chris Donovan Trust a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Chris Donovan Trust as a registered charity (number 1112759) 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 Chris Donovan Trust's charity number?: Chris Donovan Trust's charity number is 1112759. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1112759?: Search 1112759 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 Chris Donovan Trust do?: The Chris Donovan Trust is a small charity that was set up after the murder of Christopher Donovan. We run our Five Minutes of Madness / Restorative Justice workshops in prisons, schools, and universities, our aim is to educate young people of the dangers of getting involved in gangs & crime and to see the consequences of their actions, and how Restorative Justice can benefits both parties
Does Chris Donovan Trust have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chris Donovan 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 Chris Donovan Trust?: Chris Donovan Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.chrisdonovantrust.org. 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 Chris Donovan Trust?: The register does not record Chris Donovan Trust as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
What was Chris Donovan Trust previously called?: The register lists these previous names for Chris Donovan Trust: Forgiveness Ministries; The Christopher Donovan Trust.
When was Chris Donovan Trust registered as a charity?: Chris Donovan Trust was entered on the register on 18 January 2006.

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.