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Registered charity · No. SC052978SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)Dundee City

Giving Back

Giving Back is a registered charity in Scotland working in the prevention or relief of poverty, 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, based in Dundee City.

Quick answer

Giving Back is a registered charity (number SC052978) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £95,968 (year ending 2025-11-30). 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 Giving Back?

Registered charity number
SC052978
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Location
Dundee City
Latest income (year ending 2025-11-30)
£95,968

What does Giving Back do?

Giving Back is here to bring people together, reduce inequality and create opportunities for families, young people and the wider community in Dundee and Broughty Ferry. We do this by listening to local needs and providing practical, inclusive support that helps people feel connected, valued and hopeful. Our work includes free community events, food support, wellbeing activities and tailored programmes for young people who are neurodivergent or experiencing mental health challenges. Through our Youth Employability Programme, we help young people aged 16–25 build confidence, skills and paid wo…

What causes is Giving Back registered for?

the prevention or relief of povertythe 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Giving Back yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Giving Back 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Giving Back a legitimate charity?
Yes. Giving Back is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052978) 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 Giving Back's charity number?
Giving Back's charity number is SC052978. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC052978?
Search SC052978 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 Giving Back do?
Giving Back is here to bring people together, reduce inequality and create opportunities for families, young people and the wider community in Dundee and Broughty Ferry. We do this by listening to local needs and providing practical, inclusive support that helps people feel connected, valued and hopeful. Our work includes free community events, food support, wellbeing activities and tailored programmes for young people who are neurodivergent or experiencing mental health challenges. Through our Youth Employability Programme, we help young people aged 16–25 build confidence, skills and paid wo…
Does Giving Back have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Giving Back. 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 Giving Back?
Giving Back's website is http://www.givingbackdundee.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.