--- title: "Fife Voluntary Action — check charity number SC028457 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Fife Voluntary Action a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC028457. 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-voluntary-action retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:55:57.742Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fife Voluntary Action is a registered charity (number SC028457) 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 £3,595,501 (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 Voluntary Action? Registered charity number SC028457 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,595,501 Website [www.fva.org](http://www.fva.org/) ## What does Fife Voluntary Action do? FVA supports, develops and represents the third sector (including community groups, charities, social enterprises and more) and volunteering in Fife. We support local public sector partners with community planning, bringing lived experience, communities, organisations and resources to help make all of Fife's communities more resilient. We employ staff to operate from a range of offices in Fife, to provide information, support and guidance to those starting or running a third sector organisation - helping to ensure compliance, sustainability and impact. We promote volunteering to everybody… ## What causes is Fife Voluntary Action registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Fife Voluntary Action yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fife Voluntary Action 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-voluntary-action&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.fva.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Fife Voluntary Action a legitimate charity? Yes. Fife Voluntary Action is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC028457) 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 Voluntary Action's charity number? Fife Voluntary Action's charity number is SC028457. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC028457? Search SC028457 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 Voluntary Action do? FVA supports, develops and represents the third sector (including community groups, charities, social enterprises and more) and volunteering in Fife. We support local public sector partners with community planning, bringing lived experience, communities, organisations and resources to help make all of Fife's communities more resilient. We employ staff to operate from a range of offices in Fife, to provide information, support and guidance to those starting or running a third sector organisation - helping to ensure compliance, sustainability and impact. We promote volunteering to everybody… Does Fife Voluntary Action have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fife Voluntary Action. 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 Voluntary Action? Fife Voluntary Action's website is http://www.fva.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=SC028457).