--- title: "Cheka Child — check charity number SC050144 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cheka Child a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050144. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cheka-child retrieved: 2026-08-22T23:07:30.534Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cheka Child is a registered charity (number SC050144) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £32,768 (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 Cheka Child? Registered charity number SC050144 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £32,768 Website [www.chekachild.com](http://www.chekachild.com/) ## What does Cheka Child do? Our vision is to transform the lives of children, families, and widows in Northern Uganda. Bringing them hope for a different future through child sponsorship, family discipleship and mentoring, and participating in community development. ## What causes is Cheka Child registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cheka Child yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cheka Child 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=cheka-child&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.chekachild.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cheka Child a legitimate charity? Yes. Cheka Child is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050144) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Cheka Child's charity number? Cheka Child's charity number is SC050144. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050144? Search SC050144 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Cheka Child do? Our vision is to transform the lives of children, families, and widows in Northern Uganda. Bringing them hope for a different future through child sponsorship, family discipleship and mentoring, and participating in community development. Does Cheka Child have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cheka Child. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Cheka Child? Cheka Child's website is http://www.chekachild.com — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC050144).