--- title: "Reading University Students' Union — check charity number 1158523 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Reading University Students' Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1158523. Education/training charity based in Whiteknights Campus. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/reading-university-students-union retrieved: 2026-08-18T06:02:09.870Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Reading University Students' Union is a registered charity (number 1158523) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £5,596,913 (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 Reading University Students' Union? Registered charity number 1158523 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Whiteknights Campus Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £5,596,913 Website [www.rusu.co.uk](http://www.rusu.co.uk/) ## What does Reading University Students' Union do? THE UNION'S OBJECTS ARE THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION OF STUDENTS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF READING. ## What causes is Reading University Students' Union registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Reading University Students' Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Reading University Students' 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=reading-university-students-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rusu.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Reading University Students' Union a legitimate charity? Yes. Reading University Students' Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1158523) 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 Reading University Students' Union's charity number? Reading University Students' Union's charity number is 1158523. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1158523? Search 1158523 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 Reading University Students' Union do? THE UNION'S OBJECTS ARE THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION OF STUDENTS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF READING. Does Reading University Students' Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Reading University Students' 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 Reading University Students' Union? Reading University Students' Union's website is http://www.rusu.co.uk — 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/1158523).