--- title: "Cowrie Shells Media — check charity number 1212926 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cowrie Shells Media a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1212926. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Reigate. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cowrie-shells-media retrieved: 2026-08-19T16:13:23.334Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cowrie Shells Media is a registered charity (number 1212926) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; religious activities. 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 Cowrie Shells Media? Registered charity number 1212926 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Reigate ## What does Cowrie Shells Media do? The advancement of the Christian religion using written and spoken media - specifically via the production, broadcast and distribution of Cowrie Shells: a podcast created for women together, sharing inspirational stories of faith. Through the medium of interviews and narrative, episodes are released fortnightly in order to connect, encourage and empower a community of women of faith worldwide. ## What causes is Cowrie Shells Media registered for? General Charitable PurposesReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cowrie Shells Media yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cowrie Shells Media 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=cowrie-shells-media&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cowrie Shells Media a legitimate charity? Yes. Cowrie Shells Media is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1212926) 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 Cowrie Shells Media's charity number? Cowrie Shells Media's charity number is 1212926. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1212926? Search 1212926 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 Cowrie Shells Media do? The advancement of the Christian religion using written and spoken media - specifically via the production, broadcast and distribution of Cowrie Shells: a podcast created for women together, sharing inspirational stories of faith. Through the medium of interviews and narrative, episodes are released fortnightly in order to connect, encourage and empower a community of women of faith worldwide. Does Cowrie Shells Media have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cowrie Shells Media. 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 Cowrie Shells Media? Cowrie Shells Media does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1212926).