--- title: "Future Choices — check charity number SC040085 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Future Choices a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040085. the advancement of education charity based in Aberdeenshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/future-choices-2 retrieved: 2026-08-25T11:22:49.229Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Future Choices is a registered charity (number SC040085) 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 provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation. Its latest reported income was £6,187 (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 Future Choices? Registered charity number SC040085 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £6,187 Website [www.future-choices.org.uk](http://www.future-choices.org.uk/) ## What does Future Choices do? We are a voluntary led charity that provide social inclusion & recreational services to some of the most vulnerable adults within our community & their carers/loved ones, these social events/activities helps to improve their mental health & well being, essentially breaking down the barriers of social isolation for many. We meet once a week (Tuesday between 11am-2pm at Inchgarth Community Centre) for a social group, where we get together & enjoy ourselves with various things happening. Aside from the Tuesday group, we arrange day trips & attend other social events. We also do fundraising eve… ## What causes is Future Choices registered for? the advancement of educationthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Future Choices yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Future Choices 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=future-choices-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.future-choices.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Future Choices a legitimate charity? Yes. Future Choices is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040085) 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 Future Choices's charity number? Future Choices's charity number is SC040085. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040085? Search SC040085 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 Future Choices do? We are a voluntary led charity that provide social inclusion & recreational services to some of the most vulnerable adults within our community & their carers/loved ones, these social events/activities helps to improve their mental health & well being, essentially breaking down the barriers of social isolation for many. We meet once a week (Tuesday between 11am-2pm at Inchgarth Community Centre) for a social group, where we get together & enjoy ourselves with various things happening. Aside from the Tuesday group, we arrange day trips & attend other social events. We also do fundraising eve… Does Future Choices have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Future Choices. 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 Future Choices? Future Choices's website is http://www.future-choices.org.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=SC040085).