--- title: "Dsmf — check charity number SC052164 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dsmf a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052164. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dsmf retrieved: 2026-08-24T07:24:39.457Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dsmf is a registered charity (number SC052164) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £476,787 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Dsmf? Registered charity number SC052164 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £476,787 Website [www.dsmfoundation.org.uk](https://www.dsmfoundation.org.uk/) ## What does Dsmf do? The charity's objects ('Objects') are specifically restricted to the following: The preservation and protection of health of children and young people aged 10 to 25 by providing drugs education not normally provided by the statutory authorities, to enable children and young people to make healthy, informed and potentially life-saving decisions to reduce harm from drugs use, in particular, but not exclusively through: (a) the provision of support and education - working directly with children and young people, schools, universities, families and the wider community. (b) the provision of inf… ## What causes is Dsmf registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dsmf yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dsmf 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=dsmf&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.dsmfoundation.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dsmf a legitimate charity? Yes. Dsmf is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052164) 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 Dsmf's charity number? Dsmf's charity number is SC052164. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052164? Search SC052164 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 Dsmf do? The charity's objects ('Objects') are specifically restricted to the following: The preservation and protection of health of children and young people aged 10 to 25 by providing drugs education not normally provided by the statutory authorities, to enable children and young people to make healthy, informed and potentially life-saving decisions to reduce harm from drugs use, in particular, but not exclusively through: (a) the provision of support and education - working directly with children and young people, schools, universities, families and the wider community. (b) the provision of inf… Does Dsmf have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dsmf. 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 Dsmf? Dsmf's website is https://www.dsmfoundation.org.uk/ — 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=SC052164).