--- title: "Fotherby Almshouse Charities — charity 255280" description: "Fotherby Almshouse Charities (charity 255280). Check registration, activities, accounts and official sources. Independent UK charity profile." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fotherby-almshouse-charities retrieved: 2026-09-22T04:18:22.351Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fotherby Almshouse Charities is listed as a registered charity (number 255280) in the Charity Commission for England and Wales data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. It is registered for: accommodation/housing. Its latest reported income was £30,904 (year ending 2025-06-30). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset. ## What are the key facts about Fotherby Almshouse Charities? Registered charity number 255280 Status in source extract Registered Charity type Other Register contact locality (not service coverage) Louth Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £30,904 ## What does Fotherby Almshouse Charities do? Provision of sheltered housing accommodation for those qualifying for the scheme ## Who it supports and how it works **Reported beneficiaries:** Elderly/old People. **Reported activities:** Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space. Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-09-08. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area. ## Linked funds and trusts The register records these funds under parent charity number 255280. They are not counted as separate charity registrations in this directory. Check each linked record for its purposes. View 6 linked records - [Fotherby Almshouses (255280-1)](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regId=255280&subId=1) - [Fotherby Almshouses Allenby Endowment (255280-2)](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regId=255280&subId=2) - [Fotherby Almshouses Further Endowment Fund (255280-3)](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regId=255280&subId=3) - [John Allenby Coal Fund (255280-4)](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regId=255280&subId=4) - [John Allenby Repair Fund (255280-5)](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regId=255280&subId=5) - [John Allenby Beef and Flour Fund (255280-6)](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regId=255280&subId=6) ## What causes is Fotherby Almshouse Charities registered for? Accommodation/housing ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Fotherby Almshouse Charities yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fotherby Almshouse Charities 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## What should you check before donating to Fotherby Almshouse Charities? - Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation. - Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract. - Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. An unrated profile means we lack a full assessment; it is not a negative rating. [How to read charity accounts](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/guides/how-to-read-accounts) · [Explore rated charities](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity-directory) ## Provided by the charity Supporting public source ## 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=fotherby-almshouse-charities&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Fotherby Almshouse Charities a legitimate charity? The register data used for this profile lists Fotherby Almshouse Charities as a registered charity (number 255280) 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 Fotherby Almshouse Charities's charity number? Fotherby Almshouse Charities's charity number is 255280. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 255280? Search 255280 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 Fotherby Almshouse Charities do? Provision of sheltered housing accommodation for those qualifying for the scheme Does Fotherby Almshouse Charities have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fotherby Almshouse Charities. 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 Fotherby Almshouse Charities? Fotherby Almshouse Charities 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 2026-09-08, 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/charity-details/?regId=255280&subId=0).