--- title: "International Fire & Rescue Association — check charity number SC033401 | CharityCompare" description: "Is International Fire & Rescue Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC033401. the advancement of health charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/international-fire-rescue-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:30:48.690Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer International Fire & Rescue Association is a registered charity (number SC033401) 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 health; the saving of lives; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £84,682 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 International Fire & Rescue Association? Registered charity number SC033401 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £84,682 Website [www.ifra.org.uk](http://www.ifra.org.uk/) ## What does International Fire & Rescue Association do? IFRA helps Fire and Emergency Services worldwide by providing redundant Fire and Rescue vehicles, Ambulances and equipment and Personal Protective Equipment. We provide training and support either in these countries or by bringing the recipients here to receive training allowing them to be better trained to Save lives in the respective countries. ## What causes is International Fire & Rescue Association registered for? the advancement of healththe saving of livesthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for International Fire & Rescue Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. International Fire & Rescue Association 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=international-fire-rescue-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ifra.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is International Fire & Rescue Association a legitimate charity? Yes. International Fire & Rescue Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC033401) 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 International Fire & Rescue Association's charity number? International Fire & Rescue Association's charity number is SC033401. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC033401? Search SC033401 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 International Fire & Rescue Association do? IFRA helps Fire and Emergency Services worldwide by providing redundant Fire and Rescue vehicles, Ambulances and equipment and Personal Protective Equipment. We provide training and support either in these countries or by bringing the recipients here to receive training allowing them to be better trained to Save lives in the respective countries. Does International Fire & Rescue Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for International Fire & Rescue Association. 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 International Fire & Rescue Association? International Fire & Rescue Association's website is http://www.ifra.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=SC033401).