--- title: "Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith — check charity number 227721 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 227721. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Box 55. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/greenwich-charity-of-william-hatcliffe-and-the-misses-smith retrieved: 2026-08-18T16:04:44.008Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith is a registered charity (number 227721) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; accommodation/housing. Its latest reported income was £459,502 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith? Registered charity number 227721 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Box 55 Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £459,502 ## What does Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith do? Provision of almshouse accommodation for thirteen persons over the age of 55, with a preference for widows and single women, living in the "area of benefit" i.e. the south side of the River Thames up to a radius of 5 miles from the almshouses. Provision of grants to enable elderly people, living in the charity's area of benefit, to remain in their own homes. ## What causes is Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyAccommodation/housing ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith 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=greenwich-charity-of-william-hatcliffe-and-the-misses-smith&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith a legitimate charity? Yes. Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 227721) 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 Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith's charity number? Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith's charity number is 227721. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 227721? Search 227721 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 Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith do? Provision of almshouse accommodation for thirteen persons over the age of 55, with a preference for widows and single women, living in the "area of benefit" i.e. the south side of the River Thames up to a radius of 5 miles from the almshouses. Provision of grants to enable elderly people, living in the charity's area of benefit, to remain in their own homes. Does Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith. 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 Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith? Greenwich Charity of William Hatcliffe and the Misses Smith 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/227721).