--- title: "The Federation of Groundwork Trusts — check charity number 291558 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Federation of Groundwork Trusts a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 291558. Education/training charity based in The Walker Building. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-federation-of-groundwork-trusts retrieved: 2026-08-19T15:46:17.844Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Federation of Groundwork Trusts is a registered charity (number 291558) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £48,741,167 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 The Federation of Groundwork Trusts? Registered charity number 291558 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location The Walker Building Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £48,741,167 Website [www.groundwork.org.uk](http://www.groundwork.org.uk/) ## What does The Federation of Groundwork Trusts do? Groundwork supports communities in need, working with partners to help improve the quality of peoples lives, their prospects and potential and the places where they live, work and play. Our vision is of a society of sustainable communities which are vibrant, healthy and safe, which respect the local and global environment and where individuals and enterprise prosper. ## What causes is The Federation of Groundwork Trusts registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritageEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Federation of Groundwork Trusts yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Federation of Groundwork Trusts 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=the-federation-of-groundwork-trusts&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.groundwork.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Federation of Groundwork Trusts a legitimate charity? Yes. The Federation of Groundwork Trusts is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 291558) 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 The Federation of Groundwork Trusts's charity number? The Federation of Groundwork Trusts's charity number is 291558. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 291558? Search 291558 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 The Federation of Groundwork Trusts do? Groundwork supports communities in need, working with partners to help improve the quality of peoples lives, their prospects and potential and the places where they live, work and play. Our vision is of a society of sustainable communities which are vibrant, healthy and safe, which respect the local and global environment and where individuals and enterprise prosper. Does The Federation of Groundwork Trusts have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Federation of Groundwork Trusts. 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 The Federation of Groundwork Trusts? The Federation of Groundwork Trusts's website is http://www.groundwork.org.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/291558).