--- title: "FOCC West Lothian — check charity number SC044448 | CharityCompare" description: "Is FOCC West Lothian a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044448. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/focc-west-lothian retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:42:37.621Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer FOCC West Lothian is a registered charity (number SC044448) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £4,373 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 FOCC West Lothian? Registered charity number SC044448 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £4,373 Website [www.foccwestlothian.com](http://www.foccwestlothian.com/) ## What does FOCC West Lothian do? Charity was set up to relieve children from Belarus, by the provision of care ans welfare in the UK, for children in conditions of need, hardship or distress. the relief of sickness. relief of poverty and the supply and transport of humanitarian aid for thise in charitable need. ## What causes is FOCC West Lothian registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for FOCC West Lothian yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. FOCC West Lothian 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=focc-west-lothian&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.foccwestlothian.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is FOCC West Lothian a legitimate charity? Yes. FOCC West Lothian is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044448) 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 FOCC West Lothian's charity number? FOCC West Lothian's charity number is SC044448. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044448? Search SC044448 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 FOCC West Lothian do? Charity was set up to relieve children from Belarus, by the provision of care ans welfare in the UK, for children in conditions of need, hardship or distress. the relief of sickness. relief of poverty and the supply and transport of humanitarian aid for thise in charitable need. Does FOCC West Lothian have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for FOCC West Lothian. 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 FOCC West Lothian? FOCC West Lothian's website is http://www.foccwestlothian.com — 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=SC044448).