Is Starfish Christian Trust a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Starfish Christian Trust as a registered charity (number 1148164) 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 Starfish Christian Trust's charity number?

Starfish Christian Trust's charity number is 1148164. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1148164?

Search 1148164 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 Starfish Christian Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Starfish Christian Trust. 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 Starfish Christian Trust?

Starfish Christian Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.star-fish.org.uk. 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 Starfish Christian Trust previously called?

The register lists this previous name for Starfish Christian Trust: Woodland Christian Trust.

When was Starfish Christian Trust registered as a charity?

Starfish Christian Trust was entered on the register on 17 July 2012.

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Starfish Christian Trust

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Starfish Christian Trust 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 Starfish Christian Trust?

Reported income · year ending 2025-04-05: £620
Reported spending · year ending 2025-04-05: £9,233
Registered charity number: 1148164
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Trust
Register contact address detail (not service area): Mabel Polley House
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes
Website: www.star-fish.org.uk

Quick answer

Starfish Christian Trust (number 1148164) 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 Starfish Christian Trust do?

Formerly known as Woodland Christian Trust we are working to bring education, healing, relief, care and hope to people in need or distress. We are based in the UK but our primary focus is abroad with those with whom the trustees have knowledge and contact. Working specifically at this time in Pakistan, India, Ethiopia, Philippines and East Africa. Educational projects, seminars and training etc.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Starfish Christian Trust

Answers Starfish Christian Trust 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 Starfish Christian Trust 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: 17 July 2012
Previous names on the register: Woodland Christian Trust
Where it says it operates: Southwark · Surrey · Burundi · Ethiopia · Guinea · India · Kenya · Pakistan

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; Elderly/old People; People With Disabilities; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals; Provides Other Finance; Provides Human Resources; Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; Other Charitable Activities.

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 Starfish Christian Trust registered for?

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

Why is there no Clarity Score for Starfish Christian Trust yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Starfish Christian Trust. 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 Starfish Christian Trust?

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Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Starfish Christian Trust a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Starfish Christian Trust as a registered charity (number 1148164) 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 Starfish Christian Trust's charity number?: Starfish Christian Trust's charity number is 1148164. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1148164?: Search 1148164 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 Starfish Christian Trust do?: Formerly known as Woodland Christian Trust we are working to bring education, healing, relief, care and hope to people in need or distress. We are based in the UK but our primary focus is abroad with those with whom the trustees have knowledge and contact. Working specifically at this time in Pakistan, India, Ethiopia, Philippines and East Africa. Educational projects, seminars and training etc.
Does Starfish Christian Trust have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Starfish Christian Trust. 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 Starfish Christian Trust?: Starfish Christian Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.star-fish.org.uk. 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 Starfish Christian Trust?: The register records Starfish Christian Trust 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 Starfish Christian Trust previously called?: The register lists this previous name for Starfish Christian Trust: Woodland Christian Trust.
When was Starfish Christian Trust registered as a charity?: Starfish Christian Trust was entered on the register on 17 July 2012.

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.