--- title: "Girlguiding Scottish Borders — check charity number SC017416 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Girlguiding Scottish Borders a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC017416. the advancement of education charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/girlguiding-scottish-borders retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:36:04.315Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Girlguiding Scottish Borders is a registered charity (number SC017416) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £18,545 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Girlguiding Scottish Borders? Registered charity number SC017416 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £18,545 ## What does Girlguiding Scottish Borders do? The charity is Girlguiding Scottish Borders, which oversees the delivery the the Girlguiding programme and executive level operations of the county. ## What causes is Girlguiding Scottish Borders registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Girlguiding Scottish Borders yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Girlguiding Scottish Borders 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=girlguiding-scottish-borders&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Girlguiding Scottish Borders a legitimate charity? Yes. Girlguiding Scottish Borders is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC017416) 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 Girlguiding Scottish Borders's charity number? Girlguiding Scottish Borders's charity number is SC017416. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC017416? Search SC017416 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 Girlguiding Scottish Borders do? The charity is Girlguiding Scottish Borders, which oversees the delivery the the Girlguiding programme and executive level operations of the county. Does Girlguiding Scottish Borders have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Girlguiding Scottish Borders. 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 Girlguiding Scottish Borders? Girlguiding Scottish Borders 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=SC017416).