--- title: "Friends of KNFU — check charity number SC051278 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of KNFU a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051278. the advancement of education charity based in East Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-knfu retrieved: 2026-08-24T18:01:36.777Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of KNFU is a registered charity (number SC051278) 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 promotion of equality and diversity; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £6,942 (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 KNFU? Registered charity number SC051278 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £6,942 Website [www.friendsofknfu.com](https://www.friendsofknfu.com/) ## What does Friends of KNFU do? We are a UK based charity set up to support the work of Kings Norton Foundation Uganda (KNFU). We raise money here in the UK to send over to support the work of KNFU. KNFU is a Ugandan based charity providing services to local children with additional support needs and also to their families. This is particularly through the work of Kings Norton School. ## What causes is Friends of KNFU registered for? the advancement of educationthe promotion of equality and diversitythe 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 KNFU yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of KNFU 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-knfu&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.friendsofknfu.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of KNFU a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of KNFU is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051278) 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 KNFU's charity number? Friends of KNFU's charity number is SC051278. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051278? Search SC051278 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 KNFU do? We are a UK based charity set up to support the work of Kings Norton Foundation Uganda (KNFU). We raise money here in the UK to send over to support the work of KNFU. KNFU is a Ugandan based charity providing services to local children with additional support needs and also to their families. This is particularly through the work of Kings Norton School. Does Friends of KNFU have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of KNFU. 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 KNFU? Friends of KNFU's website is https://www.friendsofknfu.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=SC051278).