--- title: "Espoir Scotland (SCIO) — check charity number SC044112 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Espoir Scotland (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044112. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/espoir-scotland-scio retrieved: 2026-08-24T06:18:43.620Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Espoir Scotland (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC044112) 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 citizenship or community development. 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 Espoir Scotland (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC044112 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City ## What does Espoir Scotland (SCIO) do? The organisation's purposes are: The prevention or relief of poverty The advancement of education The advancement of citizenship and 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 were primarily intended the promotion of life for equality and diversity ## What causes is Espoir Scotland (SCIO) registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Espoir Scotland (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Espoir Scotland (SCIO) 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=espoir-scotland-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Espoir Scotland (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Espoir Scotland (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044112) 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 Espoir Scotland (SCIO)'s charity number? Espoir Scotland (SCIO)'s charity number is SC044112. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044112? Search SC044112 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 Espoir Scotland (SCIO) do? The organisation's purposes are: The prevention or relief of poverty The advancement of education The advancement of citizenship and 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 were primarily intended the promotion of life for equality and diversity Does Espoir Scotland (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Espoir Scotland (SCIO). 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 Espoir Scotland (SCIO)? Espoir Scotland (SCIO) does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC044112).