--- title: "Edinburgh Direct Aid International — check charity number SC050964 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Edinburgh Direct Aid International a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050964. the advancement of education 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/edinburgh-direct-aid-international retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:11:18.015Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Edinburgh Direct Aid International is a registered charity (number SC050964) 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 human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation; the promotion of equality and diversity. Its latest reported income was £222,507 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Edinburgh Direct Aid International? Registered charity number SC050964 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £222,507 Website [edinburghdirectaid.org](http://edinburghdirectaid.org/) ## What does Edinburgh Direct Aid International do? The charity’s purpose is to bring relief to those suffering as a result of man-made or natural catastrophes abroad, in any theatre in which we are able to make an effective, albeit small, contribution. and to do this under the personal supervision and friendly contact of our volunteers, not using paid staff excepting those recruited from, and to carry out tasks in, beneficiary countries. The help we bring spans a wide range, including provision of emergency shelter, schools, food, clothing, music therapy for traumatised children. ## What causes is Edinburgh Direct Aid International registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliationthe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Edinburgh Direct Aid International yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edinburgh Direct Aid International 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=edinburgh-direct-aid-international&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://edinburghdirectaid.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Edinburgh Direct Aid International a legitimate charity? Yes. Edinburgh Direct Aid International is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050964) 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 Edinburgh Direct Aid International's charity number? Edinburgh Direct Aid International's charity number is SC050964. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050964? Search SC050964 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 Edinburgh Direct Aid International do? The charity’s purpose is to bring relief to those suffering as a result of man-made or natural catastrophes abroad, in any theatre in which we are able to make an effective, albeit small, contribution. and to do this under the personal supervision and friendly contact of our volunteers, not using paid staff excepting those recruited from, and to carry out tasks in, beneficiary countries. The help we bring spans a wide range, including provision of emergency shelter, schools, food, clothing, music therapy for traumatised children. Does Edinburgh Direct Aid International have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh Direct Aid International. 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 Edinburgh Direct Aid International? Edinburgh Direct Aid International's website is http://edinburghdirectaid.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=SC050964).