--- title: "City of Refuge Foundation — check charity number 1148888 | CharityCompare" description: "Is City of Refuge Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1148888. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Block 1. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/city-of-refuge-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-19T08:37:22.432Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer City of Refuge Foundation is a registered charity (number 1148888) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £780 (year ending 2022-05-31). 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 City of Refuge Foundation? Registered charity number 1148888 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Block 1 Latest income (year ending 2022-05-31) £780 Website [www.corf.org.uk](http://www.corf.org.uk/) ## What does City of Refuge Foundation do? relieve needs of those affected with HIV/AIDS and their families with support and education of the public about HIV/AIDS; Help young people by the provision of recreational and leisure time activities in the interest of social welfare, designed to improve their conditions of life; develop their skills, capacities and capabilities to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals ## What causes is City of Refuge Foundation registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for City of Refuge Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. City of Refuge Foundation 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=city-of-refuge-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.corf.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is City of Refuge Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. City of Refuge Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1148888) 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 City of Refuge Foundation's charity number? City of Refuge Foundation's charity number is 1148888. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1148888? Search 1148888 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 City of Refuge Foundation do? relieve needs of those affected with HIV/AIDS and their families with support and education of the public about HIV/AIDS; Help young people by the provision of recreational and leisure time activities in the interest of social welfare, designed to improve their conditions of life; develop their skills, capacities and capabilities to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals Does City of Refuge Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for City of Refuge Foundation. 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 City of Refuge Foundation? City of Refuge Foundation's website is http://www.corf.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/1148888).