--- title: "Interest Link Borders — check charity number SC030132 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Interest Link Borders a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC030132. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/interest-link-borders retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:28:22.551Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Interest Link Borders is a registered charity (number SC030132) 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 advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £392,840 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Interest Link Borders? Registered charity number SC030132 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £392,840 Website [www.interestlink.org.uk](http://www.interestlink.org.uk/) ## What does Interest Link Borders do? We improve the quality of life and wellbeing of socially excluded people with learning disabilities aged 8+ in the Scottish Borders through volunteer befriending. 265 members are currently supported by 220 peer-age volunteers in 41 befriending groups and 45 1:1 links. Family carers benefit through respite. ## What causes is Interest Link Borders registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Interest Link Borders yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Interest Link Borders 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=interest-link-borders&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.interestlink.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Interest Link Borders a legitimate charity? Yes. Interest Link Borders is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC030132) 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 Interest Link Borders's charity number? Interest Link Borders's charity number is SC030132. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC030132? Search SC030132 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 Interest Link Borders do? We improve the quality of life and wellbeing of socially excluded people with learning disabilities aged 8+ in the Scottish Borders through volunteer befriending. 265 members are currently supported by 220 peer-age volunteers in 41 befriending groups and 45 1:1 links. Family carers benefit through respite. Does Interest Link Borders have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Interest Link Borders. 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 Interest Link Borders? Interest Link Borders's website is http://www.interestlink.org.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=SC030132).