--- title: "Ivn — check charity number SC054856 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ivn a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054856. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Inverclyde. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ivn retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:36:17.706Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ivn is a registered charity (number SC054856) 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 citizenship or community development; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Ivn? Registered charity number SC054856 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Inverclyde Website [inverclydeveteransnetwork.org](http://inverclydeveteransnetwork.org/) ## What does Ivn do? (a) The network will represent and advocate for the interest of local veterans, by encouraging community integration and neighbourliness. Empowering veterans to engage within the wider community, to reduce social isolation and assisting veterans to a live better, safer and fulfilled life. (b) To represent the interest of Inverclyde Veterans by providing a network and services that will relieve need, marginalisation, financial hardship and the effect of physical and psychological wounds. By utilising the provision of local community-based resources and services for veterans and their famili… ## What causes is Ivn registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ivn yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ivn 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=ivn&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://inverclydeveteransnetwork.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ivn a legitimate charity? Yes. Ivn is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054856) 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 Ivn's charity number? Ivn's charity number is SC054856. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054856? Search SC054856 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 Ivn do? (a) The network will represent and advocate for the interest of local veterans, by encouraging community integration and neighbourliness. Empowering veterans to engage within the wider community, to reduce social isolation and assisting veterans to a live better, safer and fulfilled life. (b) To represent the interest of Inverclyde Veterans by providing a network and services that will relieve need, marginalisation, financial hardship and the effect of physical and psychological wounds. By utilising the provision of local community-based resources and services for veterans and their famili… Does Ivn have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ivn. 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 Ivn? Ivn's website is http://inverclydeveteransnetwork.org — 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=SC054856).