--- title: "Edinburgh Tool Library — check charity number SC045162 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Edinburgh Tool Library a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045162. 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-tool-library retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:00:44.169Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Edinburgh Tool Library is a registered charity (number SC045162) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £176,447 (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 Edinburgh Tool Library? Registered charity number SC045162 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £176,447 Website [www.edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk](http://www.edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/) ## What does Edinburgh Tool Library do? The organisation is established for charitable purposes only, and in particular, the objects are: • to advance citizenship or community development • to advance education The area within which the organisation shall operate (in this constitution referred to as the ‘Area of Benefit’) shall be Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. The organisation shall promote (but not promote exclusively) its activities and delivery operations to people within the ‘Area of Benefit’. These people will be the organisation’s beneficiaries. ## What causes is Edinburgh Tool Library registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Edinburgh Tool Library yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edinburgh Tool Library 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-tool-library&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Edinburgh Tool Library a legitimate charity? Yes. Edinburgh Tool Library is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045162) 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 Tool Library's charity number? Edinburgh Tool Library's charity number is SC045162. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045162? Search SC045162 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 Tool Library do? The organisation is established for charitable purposes only, and in particular, the objects are: • to advance citizenship or community development • to advance education The area within which the organisation shall operate (in this constitution referred to as the ‘Area of Benefit’) shall be Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. The organisation shall promote (but not promote exclusively) its activities and delivery operations to people within the ‘Area of Benefit’. These people will be the organisation’s beneficiaries. Does Edinburgh Tool Library have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh Tool Library. 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 Tool Library? Edinburgh Tool Library's website is http://www.edinburghtoollibrary.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=SC045162).