--- title: "East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) — check charity number SC049293 | CharityCompare" description: "Is East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049293. the advancement of education charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/east-lothian-roots-and-fruits-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:13:31.329Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC049293) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £142,464 (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 East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC049293 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £142,464 ## What does East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) do? Mission Statement East Lothian ELRF (ELRF) is a community based group which aims to engage with local people and promote the benefits of healthy eating through access to education and affordable fresh produce. Vision ELRF seeks to develop and expand its role of supporting East Lothian communities to access fresh produce and advice and support for health eating by working in partnership with local people and organisations. ELRF is innovative in its response to the needs of local people and forward thinking in the means by which it develops a sustainable community based organisation. ## What causes is East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of educationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (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=east-lothian-roots-and-fruits-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049293) 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 East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO)'s charity number? East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO)'s charity number is SC049293. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049293? Search SC049293 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 East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) do? Mission Statement East Lothian ELRF (ELRF) is a community based group which aims to engage with local people and promote the benefits of healthy eating through access to education and affordable fresh produce. Vision ELRF seeks to develop and expand its role of supporting East Lothian communities to access fresh produce and advice and support for health eating by working in partnership with local people and organisations. ELRF is innovative in its response to the needs of local people and forward thinking in the means by which it develops a sustainable community based organisation. Does East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (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 East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO)? East Lothian ROOTS and FRUITS (SCIO) does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC049293).