Is Rainow Institute a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Rainow Institute as a registered charity (number 520100) 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 Rainow Institute's charity number?

Rainow Institute's charity number is 520100. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 520100?

Search 520100 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 Rainow Institute have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rainow Institute. 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 Rainow Institute?

Rainow Institute does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

When was Rainow Institute registered as a charity?

Rainow Institute was entered on the register on 3 November 1970.

Registered charity · No. 520100

Rainow Institute

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Rainow Institute is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, recreation.

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What are the key facts about Rainow Institute?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £9,381
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £13,596
Registered charity number: 520100
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Church Lane
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded

Quick answer

Rainow Institute (number 520100) 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 Rainow Institute do?

Support to local childrens and adults organisations e.g. Pre School, Beavers, Cubs, Brownies, Guides, WI, Parish Council, yoga, after school club, Dog training and local individuals by providing low cost accommodation for hire.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Rainow Institute

Answers Rainow Institute 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 does not record Rainow Institute as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 3 November 1970
Where it says it operates: Cheshire East

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space.

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 Rainow Institute registered for?

Education/trainingRecreation

Why is there no Clarity Score for Rainow Institute yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Rainow Institute. 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 Rainow Institute?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rainow Institute a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Rainow Institute as a registered charity (number 520100) 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 Rainow Institute's charity number?: Rainow Institute's charity number is 520100. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 520100?: Search 520100 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 Rainow Institute do?: Support to local childrens and adults organisations e.g. Pre School, Beavers, Cubs, Brownies, Guides, WI, Parish Council, yoga, after school club, Dog training and local individuals by providing low cost accommodation for hire.
Does Rainow Institute have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rainow Institute. 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 Rainow Institute?: Rainow Institute 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 Rainow Institute?: The register does not record Rainow Institute as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
When was Rainow Institute registered as a charity?: Rainow Institute was entered on the register on 3 November 1970.

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.