--- title: "Friends of Kalisgarth — check charity number SC042739 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Kalisgarth a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042739. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCo" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-kalisgarth retrieved: 2026-08-24T18:02:08.777Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Kalisgarth is a registered charity (number SC042739) 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 £3,088 (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 Friends of Kalisgarth? Registered charity number SC042739 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,088 ## What does Friends of Kalisgarth do? Friends of Kalisgarth exists to provide support in Westray mainly for the benefit of those who live at Kalisgarth Care Centre because they are in need of extra support due to disability and/or advancing age or frailty. One of the main objects of the Friends of Kalisgarth group is to fund activities and purchase goods and services not normally provided by Orkney Islands Council. These ‘extras’ or ‘additional’ purchases are solely for the benefit of the service users to enhance their quality of life. The group also promote understanding of the function of Kalisgarth and the services it provides… ## What causes is Friends of Kalisgarth 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 Friends of Kalisgarth yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Kalisgarth 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-kalisgarth&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Kalisgarth a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Kalisgarth is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042739) 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 Kalisgarth's charity number? Friends of Kalisgarth's charity number is SC042739. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042739? Search SC042739 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 Kalisgarth do? Friends of Kalisgarth exists to provide support in Westray mainly for the benefit of those who live at Kalisgarth Care Centre because they are in need of extra support due to disability and/or advancing age or frailty. One of the main objects of the Friends of Kalisgarth group is to fund activities and purchase goods and services not normally provided by Orkney Islands Council. These ‘extras’ or ‘additional’ purchases are solely for the benefit of the service users to enhance their quality of life. The group also promote understanding of the function of Kalisgarth and the services it provides… Does Friends of Kalisgarth have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Kalisgarth. 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 Kalisgarth? Friends of Kalisgarth 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=SC042739).