Is Friends of Gwent Music a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Friends of Gwent Music as a registered charity (number 1109579) 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 Friends of Gwent Music's charity number?

Friends of Gwent Music's charity number is 1109579. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1109579?

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Does Friends of Gwent Music have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Friends of Gwent Music?

Friends of Gwent Music does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

What was Friends of Gwent Music previously called?

The register lists these previous names for Friends of Gwent Music: Friends of Greater Gwent Youth Music; Friends of the Greater Gwent Youth Wind Symphonia.

When was Friends of Gwent Music registered as a charity?

Friends of Gwent Music was entered on the register on 20 May 2005.

Registered charity · No. 1109579

Friends of Gwent Music

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Friends of Gwent Music is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science, recreation.

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What are the key facts about Friends of Gwent Music?

Reported income · year ending 2025-11-30: £6,348
Reported spending · year ending 2025-11-30: £3,358
Registered charity number: 1109579
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Langstone
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes

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Friends of Gwent Music (number 1109579) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Friends of Gwent Music do?

Activities are centred upon fundraising to support Gwent Music Support Service, Gwent Music groups and advance the musical education of students participating in these groups. This includes providing staffing for courses, musical equipment/scores and supporting student travel/accommodation especially at specific events & tours.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Friends of Gwent Music

Answers Friends of Gwent Music gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register records Friends of Gwent Music as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 20 May 2005
Also known as: Foggyws
Previous names on the register: Friends of Greater Gwent Youth Music; Friends of the Greater Gwent Youth Wind Symphonia
Where it says it operates: Blaenau Gwent · Monmouthshire · Newport City · Torfaen

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies.

Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals; Makes Grants To Organisations; Provides Other Finance; Provides Human Resources; Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; Provides Services.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Friends of Gwent Music registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceRecreation

Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Gwent Music yet?

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What should you check before donating to Friends of Gwent Music?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Friends of Gwent Music a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Friends of Gwent Music as a registered charity (number 1109579) 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 Friends of Gwent Music's charity number?: Friends of Gwent Music's charity number is 1109579. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1109579?: Search 1109579 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 Friends of Gwent Music do?: Activities are centred upon fundraising to support Gwent Music Support Service, Gwent Music groups and advance the musical education of students participating in these groups. This includes providing staffing for courses, musical equipment/scores and supporting student travel/accommodation especially at specific events & tours.
Does Friends of Gwent Music have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Gwent Music. 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 Friends of Gwent Music?: Friends of Gwent Music does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Friends of Gwent Music?: The register records Friends of Gwent Music as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
What was Friends of Gwent Music previously called?: The register lists these previous names for Friends of Gwent Music: Friends of Greater Gwent Youth Music; Friends of the Greater Gwent Youth Wind Symphonia.
When was Friends of Gwent Music registered as a charity?: Friends of Gwent Music was entered on the register on 20 May 2005.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.