SUPPORTING ARMS - Blue Collection Bags

[ruthandsam]

Hi
I've just received a collection bag for unwanted clothing, etc from SUPPORTING ARMS, No 06846572. As I have never heard of them or have any contact details or charity number, how can I find out if they are bona fide?

Many thanks,

[Pigletion]

Online register from Chrity Commission http://www.charity-commission.gov.uk/

If they do not provide a phone number so you can verify them, it's probably a scam. All good charities provide contact details, charity number (not company number)) and ways to verify their existence.

Web sites saying this particular one is a scam, in the sense that they are not a registered charity. ALthough it is not illegal for them to collect stuff you leave out for them.
http://www.thisisexet...4-detail/article.html

http://edinburghnews....d-clothing.5768498.jp

[ruthandsam]

Thanks Pigletion for your response. It's amazing what you can find out when you dig a little deeper! I've just tracked them via Companies House and, yes, they are a Private Limited Company! Thanks for your advice and links...