--- title: "Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) — check charity number SC051398 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051398. 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/fernhill-foundation-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:57:53.700Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) is a registered charity (number SC051398) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £14,670 (year ending 2025-11-30). 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 Fernhill Foundation (Scotland)? Registered charity number SC051398 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-11-30) £14,670 ## What does Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) do? To prevent or relieve poverty in Scotland and other parts of the World and to assist individuals overcome the obstacles posed by poverty and support access to cultural, educational and development opportunities that can contribute to improved life chances for individuals and groups through the provision of practical support (including, without limitation, the direct provision of food and meals and the provision of water purification facilities and medical support), financial support and through the support of other related practical projects. ## What causes is Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) 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=fernhill-foundation-scotland&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) a legitimate charity? Yes. Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051398) 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 Fernhill Foundation (Scotland)'s charity number? Fernhill Foundation (Scotland)'s charity number is SC051398. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051398? Search SC051398 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 Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) do? To prevent or relieve poverty in Scotland and other parts of the World and to assist individuals overcome the obstacles posed by poverty and support access to cultural, educational and development opportunities that can contribute to improved life chances for individuals and groups through the provision of practical support (including, without limitation, the direct provision of food and meals and the provision of water purification facilities and medical support), financial support and through the support of other related practical projects. Does Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fernhill Foundation (Scotland). 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 Fernhill Foundation (Scotland)? Fernhill Foundation (Scotland) 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=SC051398).