--- title: "Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) — check charity number SC021638 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC021638. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompar" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dunfermline-advocacy-scio retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:35:16.158Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC021638) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £206,805 (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 Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC021638 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £206,805 Website [www.dunfermlineadvocacy.org](http://www.dunfermlineadvocacy.org/) ## What does Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) do? Dunfermline Advocacy works to recruit, train and match local volunteers with vulnerable adults in West Fife who are affected by physical disability, autism, learning disability, dementia, mental illness and/or chronic illness who: • Are unable to safeguard their own well-being, rights, care or other interests • Require support through a trusting relationship (friendship) to be able to have their voice heard • Are isolated and lack their own effective and/or independent support networks Our mission is that through Citizen Advocacy vulnerable people’s voices are heard, protecting and safeguardi… ## What causes is Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) 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=dunfermline-advocacy-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dunfermlineadvocacy.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC021638) 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 Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO)'s charity number? Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO)'s charity number is SC021638. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC021638? Search SC021638 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 Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) do? Dunfermline Advocacy works to recruit, train and match local volunteers with vulnerable adults in West Fife who are affected by physical disability, autism, learning disability, dementia, mental illness and/or chronic illness who: • Are unable to safeguard their own well-being, rights, care or other interests • Require support through a trusting relationship (friendship) to be able to have their voice heard • Are isolated and lack their own effective and/or independent support networks Our mission is that through Citizen Advocacy vulnerable people’s voices are heard, protecting and safeguardi… Does Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO). 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 Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO)? Dunfermline Advocacy (SCIO)'s website is http://www.dunfermlineadvocacy.org — 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=SC021638).