--- title: "Humanist Society Scotland — check charity number SC026570 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Humanist Society Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC026570. the promotion of equality and diversity charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/humanist-society-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:12:00.870Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Humanist Society Scotland is a registered charity (number SC026570) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the promotion of equality and diversity. Its latest reported income was £470,308 (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 Humanist Society Scotland? Registered charity number SC026570 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £470,308 Website [www.humanism.scot](http://www.humanism.scot/) ## What does Humanist Society Scotland do? To promote humanist values ## What causes is Humanist Society Scotland registered for? the promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Humanist Society Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Humanist Society Scotland 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=humanist-society-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.humanism.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Humanist Society Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Humanist Society Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC026570) 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 Humanist Society Scotland's charity number? Humanist Society Scotland's charity number is SC026570. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC026570? Search SC026570 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 Humanist Society Scotland do? To promote humanist values Does Humanist Society Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Humanist Society Scotland. 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 Humanist Society Scotland? Humanist Society Scotland's website is http://www.humanism.scot — 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=SC026570).