--- title: "Hipy — check charity number SC055066 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Hipy a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055066. the advancement of education charity based in South Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hipy retrieved: 2026-08-24T14:01:28.877Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Hipy is a registered charity (number SC055066) 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. 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 Hipy? Registered charity number SC055066 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location South Lanarkshire ## What does Hipy do? To benefit young people and their families within the South Lanarkshire area by providing an information service, that offers advice, guidance and referral to professional services. Specifically, we aim to: Advance their education and improve their life skills. Provide social welfare facilities for recreation and leisure. Improve their overall quality of life by offering positive ways to spend their free time. Encourage and develop new ideas and projects. To achieve this, the organisation will involve young people in its work. ## What causes is Hipy 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 intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hipy yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hipy 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=hipy&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Hipy a legitimate charity? Yes. Hipy is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055066) 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 Hipy's charity number? Hipy's charity number is SC055066. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055066? Search SC055066 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 Hipy do? To benefit young people and their families within the South Lanarkshire area by providing an information service, that offers advice, guidance and referral to professional services. Specifically, we aim to: Advance their education and improve their life skills. Provide social welfare facilities for recreation and leisure. Improve their overall quality of life by offering positive ways to spend their free time. Encourage and develop new ideas and projects. To achieve this, the organisation will involve young people in its work. Does Hipy have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hipy. 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 Hipy? Hipy 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=SC055066).