--- title: "International House of Bread — check charity number SC053993 | CharityCompare" description: "Is International House of Bread a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053993. 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/international-house-of-bread retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:24:39.977Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer International House of Bread is a registered charity (number SC053993) 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 religion. 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 House of Bread? Registered charity number SC053993 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Outwith Scotland ## What does International House of Bread do? The organisation’s purposes are: (a) The prevention or relief of poverty To alleviate poverty by providing financial assistance, essential goods, and services to individuals and families in need, as well as by supporting initiatives that improve long-term economic stability and self-sufficiency. (b) The advancement of education To promote access to education by offering educational programs, resources, and by supporting the development of skills and knowledge through workshops, community training, and mentoring programs. (c) The advancement of religion To foster and support the practice and u… ## What causes is International House of Bread registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for International House of Bread yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. International House of Bread 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-house-of-bread&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is International House of Bread a legitimate charity? Yes. International House of Bread is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053993) 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 House of Bread's charity number? International House of Bread's charity number is SC053993. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053993? Search SC053993 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 House of Bread do? The organisation’s purposes are: (a) The prevention or relief of poverty To alleviate poverty by providing financial assistance, essential goods, and services to individuals and families in need, as well as by supporting initiatives that improve long-term economic stability and self-sufficiency. (b) The advancement of education To promote access to education by offering educational programs, resources, and by supporting the development of skills and knowledge through workshops, community training, and mentoring programs. (c) The advancement of religion To foster and support the practice and u… Does International House of Bread have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for International House of Bread. 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 House of Bread? International House of Bread does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC053993).