--- title: "Oxford University Student Union — check charity number 1140687 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Oxford University Student Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1140687. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Oxford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/oxford-university-student-union retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:07:22.658Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Oxford University Student Union is a registered charity (number 1140687) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £1,114,363 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Oxford University Student Union? Registered charity number 1140687 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Oxford Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £1,114,363 Website [www.oxfordsu.org](http://www.oxfordsu.org/) ## What does Oxford University Student Union do? REPRESENTS STUDENT MEMBERS, INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY MAIN CHANNEL OF COMMUNICATION BETWEEN STUDENTS AND GOVERNING BODIES/OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD SUPPLIES GOODS SERVICES AND FACILITIES TO STUDENTS/STUDENT ORGANISATIONS PROMOTES SOCIAL, CULTURAL EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES FURTHERS THE INTERESTS OF STUDENTS IN ECONOMIC SOCIAL AND YOUTH ISSUES WITH A DIRECT EFFECT ON STUDENTS/EDUCATION. ## What causes is Oxford University Student Union registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Oxford University Student Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Oxford University Student Union 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=oxford-university-student-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.oxfordsu.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Oxford University Student Union a legitimate charity? Yes. Oxford University Student Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1140687) 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 Oxford University Student Union's charity number? Oxford University Student Union's charity number is 1140687. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1140687? Search 1140687 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 Oxford University Student Union do? REPRESENTS STUDENT MEMBERS, INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY MAIN CHANNEL OF COMMUNICATION BETWEEN STUDENTS AND GOVERNING BODIES/OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD SUPPLIES GOODS SERVICES AND FACILITIES TO STUDENTS/STUDENT ORGANISATIONS PROMOTES SOCIAL, CULTURAL EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES FURTHERS THE INTERESTS OF STUDENTS IN ECONOMIC SOCIAL AND YOUTH ISSUES WITH A DIRECT EFFECT ON STUDENTS/EDUCATION. Does Oxford University Student Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Oxford University Student Union. 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 Oxford University Student Union? Oxford University Student Union's website is http://www.oxfordsu.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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/1140687).