--- title: "Community of the Holy Cross — check charity number 223807 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Community of the Holy Cross a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 223807. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Highfields. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/community-of-the-holy-cross retrieved: 2026-08-19T12:44:59.406Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Community of the Holy Cross is a registered charity (number 223807) 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; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £407,595 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Community of the Holy Cross? Registered charity number 223807 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Highfields Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £407,595 Website [www.holycrosschc.org.uk](http://www.holycrosschc.org.uk/) ## What does Community of the Holy Cross do? To serve God, promote the spread of the Christian religion, by teaching, publications and acts of mercy. To provide accommodation, food and rest for those in mental, physical or spiritual distress. By giving of grants to various institutions, for the Promotion of Religion, Medical, Relief of Poverty etc., both in the United Kingdom and abroad. ## What causes is Community of the Holy Cross registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Community of the Holy Cross yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Community of the Holy Cross 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=community-of-the-holy-cross&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.holycrosschc.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Community of the Holy Cross a legitimate charity? Yes. Community of the Holy Cross is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 223807) 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 Community of the Holy Cross's charity number? Community of the Holy Cross's charity number is 223807. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 223807? Search 223807 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 Community of the Holy Cross do? To serve God, promote the spread of the Christian religion, by teaching, publications and acts of mercy. To provide accommodation, food and rest for those in mental, physical or spiritual distress. By giving of grants to various institutions, for the Promotion of Religion, Medical, Relief of Poverty etc., both in the United Kingdom and abroad. Does Community of the Holy Cross have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Community of the Holy Cross. 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 Community of the Holy Cross? Community of the Holy Cross's website is http://www.holycrosschc.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/223807).