--- title: "Fife Gingerbread — check charity number SC024254 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Fife Gingerbread a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC024254. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fife-gingerbread retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:00:10.462Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fife Gingerbread is a registered charity (number SC024254) 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 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 £1,752,750 (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 Fife Gingerbread? Registered charity number SC024254 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,752,750 Website [www.fifegingerbread.org.uk](http://www.fifegingerbread.org.uk/) ## What does Fife Gingerbread do? Our vision is to create 'better todays and brighter tomorrow's for Fife's lone parents and families in need'. We deliver family support services that respond to the immediate needs of our communities to ensure children and young people are growing up in safe, warm and happy homes. All of our work is grounded in tackling child poverty with short-term fixes (such as heat & eat grants to tackle food and fuel poverty) and longer-term solutions (such as income maximisation and good employment). Through our projects our staff and volunteers engage families, support them on their journey and enable… ## What causes is Fife Gingerbread registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe 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 Fife Gingerbread yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fife Gingerbread 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=fife-gingerbread&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.fifegingerbread.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Fife Gingerbread a legitimate charity? Yes. Fife Gingerbread is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC024254) 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 Fife Gingerbread's charity number? Fife Gingerbread's charity number is SC024254. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC024254? Search SC024254 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 Fife Gingerbread do? Our vision is to create 'better todays and brighter tomorrow's for Fife's lone parents and families in need'. We deliver family support services that respond to the immediate needs of our communities to ensure children and young people are growing up in safe, warm and happy homes. All of our work is grounded in tackling child poverty with short-term fixes (such as heat & eat grants to tackle food and fuel poverty) and longer-term solutions (such as income maximisation and good employment). Through our projects our staff and volunteers engage families, support them on their journey and enable… Does Fife Gingerbread have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fife Gingerbread. 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 Fife Gingerbread? Fife Gingerbread's website is http://www.fifegingerbread.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=SC024254).