--- title: "Emms — check charity number SC032327 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Emms a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC032327. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/emms retrieved: 2026-08-24T00:08:40.134Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Emms is a registered charity (number SC032327) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £1,508,328 (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 Emms? Registered charity number SC032327 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £1,508,328 Website [www.emms.org](http://www.emms.org/) ## What does Emms do? EMMS International is Scotland’s longest-serving international healthcare charity. Since 1841, from our base in Scotland, we have set out to heal the sick in some of the poorest communities in the world. Today, we continue to improve health, in India, Malawi, Nepal, Rwanda, Scotland and Zambia. We do this through a multi-faceted approach, developing healthcare resources via education, improving infrastructure and the environment, tackling inequalities and discrimination, and so empowering the vulnerable. We help families in countries challenged by poverty to gain access to a range of healthca… ## What causes is Emms registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Emms yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Emms 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=emms&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.emms.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Emms a legitimate charity? Yes. Emms is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC032327) 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 Emms's charity number? Emms's charity number is SC032327. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC032327? Search SC032327 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 Emms do? EMMS International is Scotland’s longest-serving international healthcare charity. Since 1841, from our base in Scotland, we have set out to heal the sick in some of the poorest communities in the world. Today, we continue to improve health, in India, Malawi, Nepal, Rwanda, Scotland and Zambia. We do this through a multi-faceted approach, developing healthcare resources via education, improving infrastructure and the environment, tackling inequalities and discrimination, and so empowering the vulnerable. We help families in countries challenged by poverty to gain access to a range of healthca… Does Emms have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Emms. 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 Emms? Emms's website is http://www.emms.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=SC032327).