Is Lily for the Congo a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Lily for the Congo as a registered charity (number 1097567) 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 Lily for the Congo's charity number?

Lily for the Congo's charity number is 1097567. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1097567?

Search 1097567 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.

Does Lily for the Congo have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lily for the Congo. 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 Lily for the Congo?

Lily for the Congo's website listed in our register data is http://www.lilyforthecongo.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.

What was Lily for the Congo previously called?

The register lists this previous name for Lily for the Congo: The Lily Foundation for the Congo.

When was Lily for the Congo registered as a charity?

Lily for the Congo was entered on the register on 16 May 2003.

Registered charity · No. 1097567

Lily for the Congo

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Lily for the Congo is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include general charitable purposes, education/training, the advancement of health or saving of lives.

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What are the key facts about Lily for the Congo?

Reported income · year ending 2025-09-30: £9,854
Reported spending · year ending 2025-09-30: £9,963
Registered charity number: 1097567
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Stretton Rd
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes
Website: www.lilyforthecongo.org

Quick answer

Lily for the Congo (number 1097567) 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 Lily for the Congo do?

Lily for the Congo: Empowering orphaned children in the DRCongo through education and support. Every penny donated directly benefits the children. No expenses for trustees. Seeking direct funding for sustainability. Join us in making a lasting impact! Contact us today.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Lily for the Congo

Answers Lily for the Congo 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 Lily for the Congo 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: 16 May 2003
Previous names on the register: The Lily Foundation for the Congo
Where it says it operates: Congo (Democratic Republic)

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; Elderly/old People; People With Disabilities.

Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals.

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 Lily for the Congo registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives

Why is there no Clarity Score for Lily for the Congo yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Lily for the Congo. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Lily for the Congo?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lily for the Congo a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Lily for the Congo as a registered charity (number 1097567) 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 Lily for the Congo's charity number?: Lily for the Congo's charity number is 1097567. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1097567?: Search 1097567 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 Lily for the Congo do?: Lily for the Congo: Empowering orphaned children in the DRCongo through education and support. Every penny donated directly benefits the children. No expenses for trustees. Seeking direct funding for sustainability. Join us in making a lasting impact! Contact us today.
Does Lily for the Congo have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lily for the Congo. 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 Lily for the Congo?: Lily for the Congo's website listed in our register data is http://www.lilyforthecongo.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.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Lily for the Congo?: The register records Lily for the Congo 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 Lily for the Congo previously called?: The register lists this previous name for Lily for the Congo: The Lily Foundation for the Congo.
When was Lily for the Congo registered as a charity?: Lily for the Congo was entered on the register on 16 May 2003.

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.