--- title: "Glasgow Humane Society — check charity number SC001178 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Glasgow Humane Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC001178. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/glasgow-humane-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:17:46.613Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Glasgow Humane Society is a registered charity (number SC001178) 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 saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £56,361 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Glasgow Humane Society? Registered charity number SC001178 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £56,361 Website [www.glasgowhumanesociety.org.uk](https://www.glasgowhumanesociety.org.uk/) ## What does Glasgow Humane Society do? Provide water safety and recovery on the Clyde. We do this via our paid officer and volunteers, along with a board of Trustees. We operate two boats, one from Glasgow Green and the other from the Transport Museum. We also maintain nearly 400 lifebuoys which line the banks of the Clyde. ## What causes is Glasgow Humane Society registered for? the advancement of educationthe saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Glasgow Humane Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Glasgow Humane Society 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=glasgow-humane-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.glasgowhumanesociety.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Glasgow Humane Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Glasgow Humane Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC001178) 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 Glasgow Humane Society's charity number? Glasgow Humane Society's charity number is SC001178. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC001178? Search SC001178 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 Glasgow Humane Society do? Provide water safety and recovery on the Clyde. We do this via our paid officer and volunteers, along with a board of Trustees. We operate two boats, one from Glasgow Green and the other from the Transport Museum. We also maintain nearly 400 lifebuoys which line the banks of the Clyde. Does Glasgow Humane Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Glasgow Humane Society. 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 Glasgow Humane Society? Glasgow Humane Society's website is https://www.glasgowhumanesociety.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=SC001178).