--- title: "Institute of Universal Charity UK — check charity number SC052950 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Institute of Universal Charity UK a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052950. 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/institute-of-universal-charity-uk retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:39:53.297Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Institute of Universal Charity UK is a registered charity (number SC052950) 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 education; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £2,500 (year ending 2024-08-31). 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 Institute of Universal Charity UK? Registered charity number SC052950 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-08-31) £2,500 Website [www.InstituteofUniversalCharity.co.uk](http://www.instituteofuniversalcharity.co.uk/) ## What does Institute of Universal Charity UK do? To provide relief of poverty to individuals, families or communities with financial and material assistance. In order for them to maintain a decent standard of living and to relieve the worry over the basics of food, water, medicines, medical treatments and shelter. To provide relief of poverty by means of material and financial help to those affected by natural disasters or war. To relieve those in need by reason of disadvantage by collecting and distributing food, furnishings, clothes and toys. To provide relief of poverty by supporting orphanages and by means of material and financia… ## What causes is Institute of Universal Charity UK registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Institute of Universal Charity UK yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Institute of Universal Charity UK 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=institute-of-universal-charity-uk&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.instituteofuniversalcharity.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Institute of Universal Charity UK a legitimate charity? Yes. Institute of Universal Charity UK is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052950) 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 Institute of Universal Charity UK's charity number? Institute of Universal Charity UK's charity number is SC052950. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052950? Search SC052950 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 Institute of Universal Charity UK do? To provide relief of poverty to individuals, families or communities with financial and material assistance. In order for them to maintain a decent standard of living and to relieve the worry over the basics of food, water, medicines, medical treatments and shelter. To provide relief of poverty by means of material and financial help to those affected by natural disasters or war. To relieve those in need by reason of disadvantage by collecting and distributing food, furnishings, clothes and toys. To provide relief of poverty by supporting orphanages and by means of material and financia… Does Institute of Universal Charity UK have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Institute of Universal Charity UK. 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 Institute of Universal Charity UK? Institute of Universal Charity UK's website is http://www.InstituteofUniversalCharity.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=SC052950).