--- title: "Friends of Edinburgh University Library — check charity number SC001518 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Edinburgh University Library a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC001518. the advancement of education 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/friends-of-edinburgh-university-library retrieved: 2026-08-24T11:18:53.114Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Edinburgh University Library is a registered charity (number SC001518) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £7,043 (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 Friends of Edinburgh University Library? Registered charity number SC001518 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £7,043 Website [friendsofeul.co.uk](https://friendsofeul.co.uk/) ## What does Friends of Edinburgh University Library do? The charity was set up in 1962 to bring together people with an interest in supporting the work of Edinburgh University Library. People can join either as life members or as annual members. Two issues of a magazine are issued to members each year, a website is maintained and a number of talks, events, visits etc are arranged throughout the year. We make financial donations to the University to enable the purchase of items for the Library's heritage collections and for the establishment of internships. ## What causes is Friends of Edinburgh University Library registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Edinburgh University Library yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Edinburgh University Library 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=friends-of-edinburgh-university-library&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://friendsofeul.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Edinburgh University Library a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Edinburgh University Library is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC001518) 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 Friends of Edinburgh University Library's charity number? Friends of Edinburgh University Library's charity number is SC001518. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC001518? Search SC001518 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 Friends of Edinburgh University Library do? The charity was set up in 1962 to bring together people with an interest in supporting the work of Edinburgh University Library. People can join either as life members or as annual members. Two issues of a magazine are issued to members each year, a website is maintained and a number of talks, events, visits etc are arranged throughout the year. We make financial donations to the University to enable the purchase of items for the Library's heritage collections and for the establishment of internships. Does Friends of Edinburgh University Library have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Edinburgh University Library. 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 Friends of Edinburgh University Library? Friends of Edinburgh University Library's website is https://friendsofeul.co.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=SC001518).