--- title: "Ecas — check charity number SC014929 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ecas a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC014929. the advancement of health charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ecas retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:49:20.908Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ecas is a registered charity (number SC014929) 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 health; the promotion of equality and diversity; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £237,264 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Ecas? Registered charity number SC014929 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £237,264 Website [www.ecas.scot](http://www.ecas.scot/) ## What does Ecas do? Ecas is an Edinburgh based charity and was established over a hundred years ago. The charity works to improve the quality of life of physically disabled people in the Edinburgh and Lothian area: promoting equality, choice and participation through our activities, befriending service and grants fund. The charity is governed by the Board of Directors, who are also the charity trustees. The directors are responsible for the strategic direction of Ecas, and also for ensuring that it operates within all relevant legislation. Ecas is largely self-financed from income from its own investment portfol… ## What causes is Ecas registered for? the advancement of healththe promotion of equality and diversitythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ecas yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ecas 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=ecas&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ecas.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ecas a legitimate charity? Yes. Ecas is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC014929) 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 Ecas's charity number? Ecas's charity number is SC014929. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC014929? Search SC014929 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 Ecas do? Ecas is an Edinburgh based charity and was established over a hundred years ago. The charity works to improve the quality of life of physically disabled people in the Edinburgh and Lothian area: promoting equality, choice and participation through our activities, befriending service and grants fund. The charity is governed by the Board of Directors, who are also the charity trustees. The directors are responsible for the strategic direction of Ecas, and also for ensuring that it operates within all relevant legislation. Ecas is largely self-financed from income from its own investment portfol… Does Ecas have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ecas. 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 Ecas? Ecas's website is http://www.ecas.scot — 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=SC014929).