--- title: "International Federation of Hydrographic… — charity 285013" description: "International Federation of Hydrographic… (charity 285013). Check registration, activities, accounts and official sources. Independent UK charity profile." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/international-federation-of-hydrographic-societies retrieved: 2026-09-21T23:29:43.136Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer International Federation of Hydrographic Societies is listed as a registered charity (number 285013) 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: education/training. Its latest reported income was £39,482 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 International Federation of Hydrographic Societies? Registered charity number 285013 Status in source extract Registered Charity type Charitable company Register contact locality (not service coverage) 3rd Floor Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £39,482 Website [www.hydrographicsociety.org](http://www.hydrographicsociety.org/) ## What does International Federation of Hydrographic Societies do? IFHS promotes the science of surveying at sea and related sciences by providing a channel for the exchange of information between those engaged or interested in hydrography or related disciplines.The charity publishes regular journals and arranges seminars, conferences and other relevant events. It also operates and Education Fund to assist students and those at the outset of their careers. ## Who it supports and how it works **Reported beneficiaries:** Other Defined Groups; The General Public/mankind. **Reported activities:** Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body. 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 285013. They are not counted as separate charity registrations in this directory. Check each linked record for its purposes. View 1 linked records - [The Hydrographic Society Educational Fund (285013-1)](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regId=285013&subId=1) ## What causes is International Federation of Hydrographic Societies registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for International Federation of Hydrographic Societies yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. International Federation of Hydrographic Societies 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 International Federation of Hydrographic Societies? - 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. 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[Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=international-federation-of-hydrographic-societies&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.hydrographicsociety.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is International Federation of Hydrographic Societies a legitimate charity? The register data used for this profile lists International Federation of Hydrographic Societies as a registered charity (number 285013) 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 International Federation of Hydrographic Societies's charity number? International Federation of Hydrographic Societies's charity number is 285013. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 285013? Search 285013 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 International Federation of Hydrographic Societies do? IFHS promotes the science of surveying at sea and related sciences by providing a channel for the exchange of information between those engaged or interested in hydrography or related disciplines.The charity publishes regular journals and arranges seminars, conferences and other relevant events. It also operates and Education Fund to assist students and those at the outset of their careers. Does International Federation of Hydrographic Societies have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for International Federation of Hydrographic Societies. 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 International Federation of Hydrographic Societies? International Federation of Hydrographic Societies's website listed in our register data is http://www.hydrographicsociety.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees. 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=285013&subId=0).