--- title: "Elgin Youth Development Group — check charity number SC028216 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Elgin Youth Development Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC028216. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Moray. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/elgin-youth-development-group retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:55:58.641Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Elgin Youth Development Group is a registered charity (number SC028216) 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 citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £387,913 (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 Elgin Youth Development Group? Registered charity number SC028216 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Moray Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £387,913 Website [www.elginyouthcafe.org](http://www.elginyouthcafe.org/) ## What does Elgin Youth Development Group do? Elgin Youth Development Group was established in 1998 in response to concerns that young people did not have a safe space to meet and socialise. Since then, we have developed as an organisation to include a thriving youth café, The Warehouse, a social enterprise, The Inkwell & a new training café which provides employability opportunities for young people. As an organisation, we now support young people from 11 to 24 through both our youth work provision & our employability services. While we are an inclusive organisation, we aim to work with young people who are considered the most vulnerabl… ## What causes is Elgin Youth Development Group registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Elgin Youth Development Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Elgin Youth Development Group 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=elgin-youth-development-group&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.elginyouthcafe.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Elgin Youth Development Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Elgin Youth Development Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC028216) 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 Elgin Youth Development Group's charity number? Elgin Youth Development Group's charity number is SC028216. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC028216? Search SC028216 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 Elgin Youth Development Group do? Elgin Youth Development Group was established in 1998 in response to concerns that young people did not have a safe space to meet and socialise. Since then, we have developed as an organisation to include a thriving youth café, The Warehouse, a social enterprise, The Inkwell & a new training café which provides employability opportunities for young people. As an organisation, we now support young people from 11 to 24 through both our youth work provision & our employability services. While we are an inclusive organisation, we aim to work with young people who are considered the most vulnerabl… Does Elgin Youth Development Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Elgin Youth Development Group. 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 Elgin Youth Development Group? Elgin Youth Development Group's website is http://www.elginyouthcafe.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=SC028216).