--- title: "Cricket Builds Hope — check charity number 1157287 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cricket Builds Hope a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1157287. Amateur Sport charity based in Richmond. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cricket-builds-hope retrieved: 2026-08-19T18:17:17.546Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cricket Builds Hope is a registered charity (number 1157287) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: amateur sport; economic/community development/employment; recreation. Its latest reported income was £160,932 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Cricket Builds Hope? Registered charity number 1157287 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Richmond Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £160,932 Website [www.cricketbuildshope.org](http://www.cricketbuildshope.org/) ## What does Cricket Builds Hope do? Cricket Builds Hope supports the development of cricket in Rwanda through funding cricket infrastructure, facilities, equipment and some activities. The charity's aim is that more people in Rwanda can play cricket, from grassroots to elite level, and experience the benefits of participation in the sport. CBH works in partnership with local organisations to achieve this goal. ## What causes is Cricket Builds Hope registered for? Amateur SportEconomic/community Development/employmentRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cricket Builds Hope yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cricket Builds Hope 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=cricket-builds-hope&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cricketbuildshope.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cricket Builds Hope a legitimate charity? Yes. Cricket Builds Hope is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1157287) 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 Cricket Builds Hope's charity number? Cricket Builds Hope's charity number is 1157287. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1157287? Search 1157287 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 Cricket Builds Hope do? Cricket Builds Hope supports the development of cricket in Rwanda through funding cricket infrastructure, facilities, equipment and some activities. The charity's aim is that more people in Rwanda can play cricket, from grassroots to elite level, and experience the benefits of participation in the sport. CBH works in partnership with local organisations to achieve this goal. Does Cricket Builds Hope have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cricket Builds Hope. 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 Cricket Builds Hope? Cricket Builds Hope's website is http://www.cricketbuildshope.org — 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/1157287).