--- title: "Heard — check charity number SC038969 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Heard a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038969. the advancement of education charity based in Shetland Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/heard retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:47:15.348Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Heard is a registered charity (number SC038969) 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 £20 (year ending 2024-03-31). 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 Heard? Registered charity number SC038969 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Shetland Islands Latest income (year ending 2024-03-31) £20 Website [www.heard.shetland.co.uk](http://www.heard.shetland.co.uk/) ## What does Heard do? Formed in 2002 to provide facilities and services for the inhabitants of Hillswick and Eshaness. ## What causes is Heard registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Heard yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Heard 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=heard&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.heard.shetland.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Heard a legitimate charity? Yes. Heard is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038969) 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 Heard's charity number? Heard's charity number is SC038969. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038969? Search SC038969 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 Heard do? Formed in 2002 to provide facilities and services for the inhabitants of Hillswick and Eshaness. Does Heard have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Heard. 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 Heard? Heard's website is http://www.heard.shetland.co.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=SC038969).