--- title: "University of York Students' Union — check charity number 1173404 | CharityCompare" description: "Is University of York Students' Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1173404. Education/training charity based in University of York. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/university-of-york-students-union retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:51:46.593Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer University of York Students' Union is a registered charity (number 1173404) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; amateur sport; recreation. Its latest reported income was £6,927,849 (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 University of York Students' Union? Registered charity number 1173404 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location University of York Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £6,927,849 Website [www.yorksu.org](http://www.yorksu.org/) ## What does University of York Students' Union do? The University of York Students' Union seeks to enhance the student experience by providing representation, welfare services, social space and opportunities for student development within the Union and the wider community. ## What causes is University of York Students' Union registered for? Education/trainingAmateur SportRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for University of York Students' Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. University of York 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=university-of-york-students-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.yorksu.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is University of York Students' Union a legitimate charity? Yes. University of York Students' Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1173404) 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 University of York Students' Union's charity number? University of York Students' Union's charity number is 1173404. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1173404? Search 1173404 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 University of York Students' Union do? The University of York Students' Union seeks to enhance the student experience by providing representation, welfare services, social space and opportunities for student development within the Union and the wider community. Does University of York Students' Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for University of York 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 University of York Students' Union? University of York Students' Union's website is http://www.yorksu.org — 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/1173404).