--- title: "Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy — check charity number SC047805 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047805. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/holy-family-sisters-of-the-needy retrieved: 2026-08-24T13:25:32.252Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy is a registered charity (number SC047805) 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 advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £173,864 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy? Registered charity number SC047805 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £173,864 Website [www.holyfamilysistersoftheneedy.org](http://www.holyfamilysistersoftheneedy.org/) ## What does Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy do? The Trustees shall hold the trust fund and its income upon trust to apply them for the following objects: (a)The preservation and protection of good health and the relief of poverty amongst pregnant women and girls, in particular by the provision of counselling and advice. (b) The relief of poverty, in particular amongst the destitute. and (c) The advancement of the Roman Catholic faith and in particular promoting and supporting the charitable work of the congregation of Roman Catholic Women known as the Holy Family Sisters of the Needy. ## What causes is Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy 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=holy-family-sisters-of-the-needy&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.holyfamilysistersoftheneedy.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy a legitimate charity? Yes. Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047805) 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 Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy's charity number? Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy's charity number is SC047805. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047805? Search SC047805 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 Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy do? The Trustees shall hold the trust fund and its income upon trust to apply them for the following objects: (a)The preservation and protection of good health and the relief of poverty amongst pregnant women and girls, in particular by the provision of counselling and advice. (b) The relief of poverty, in particular amongst the destitute. and (c) The advancement of the Roman Catholic faith and in particular promoting and supporting the charitable work of the congregation of Roman Catholic Women known as the Holy Family Sisters of the Needy. Does Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy. 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 Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy? Holy Family Sisters Of The Needy's website is http://www.holyfamilysistersoftheneedy.org — 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=SC047805).