--- title: "Staffordshire Students' Union — check charity number 1173330 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Staffordshire Students' Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1173330. General Charitable Purposes charity based in University of Staffordshire. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/staffordshire-students-union retrieved: 2026-08-19T15:13:15.474Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Staffordshire Students' Union is a registered charity (number 1173330) 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. Its latest reported income was £2,826,531 (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 Staffordshire Students' Union? Registered charity number 1173330 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location University of Staffordshire Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £2,826,531 Website [www.staffsunion.com](http://www.staffsunion.com/) ## What does Staffordshire Students' Union do? Staffordshire Students' Union is the representative body for its students. A focus of its work is the provision of a range of services aimed at improving academic, social, cultural and sporting experiences, building a sense of community and belonging to the University and wider community. It provides advice and guidance on academic, financial, employment, housing and welfare issues. ## What causes is Staffordshire Students' Union registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Staffordshire Students' Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Staffordshire 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=staffordshire-students-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.staffsunion.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Staffordshire Students' Union a legitimate charity? Yes. Staffordshire Students' Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1173330) 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 Staffordshire Students' Union's charity number? Staffordshire Students' Union's charity number is 1173330. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1173330? Search 1173330 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 Staffordshire Students' Union do? Staffordshire Students' Union is the representative body for its students. A focus of its work is the provision of a range of services aimed at improving academic, social, cultural and sporting experiences, building a sense of community and belonging to the University and wider community. It provides advice and guidance on academic, financial, employment, housing and welfare issues. Does Staffordshire Students' Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Staffordshire 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 Staffordshire Students' Union? Staffordshire Students' Union's website is http://www.staffsunion.com — 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/1173330).