--- title: "Kidney Cancer Scotland — check charity number SC043642 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Kidney Cancer Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043642. the advancement of health 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/kidney-cancer-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:54:00.391Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Kidney Cancer Scotland is a registered charity (number SC043642) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £493,040 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Kidney Cancer Scotland? Registered charity number SC043642 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £493,040 Website [www.kcuk.org.uk](https://www.kcuk.org.uk/) ## What does Kidney Cancer Scotland do? 3 The objects of the Company are - To promote good health and relieve sickness In relation to the disease of kidney cancer by (a) Raising awareness and increasing public knowledge of the disease (b) Providing patient information for those with the disease (c) Undertaking and supporting research Into the causes, prevention and treatment of the disease ## What causes is Kidney Cancer Scotland registered for? the advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Kidney Cancer Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Kidney Cancer Scotland 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=kidney-cancer-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.kcuk.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Kidney Cancer Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Kidney Cancer Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043642) 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 Kidney Cancer Scotland's charity number? Kidney Cancer Scotland's charity number is SC043642. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043642? Search SC043642 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 Kidney Cancer Scotland do? 3 The objects of the Company are - To promote good health and relieve sickness In relation to the disease of kidney cancer by (a) Raising awareness and increasing public knowledge of the disease (b) Providing patient information for those with the disease (c) Undertaking and supporting research Into the causes, prevention and treatment of the disease Does Kidney Cancer Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Kidney Cancer Scotland. 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 Kidney Cancer Scotland? Kidney Cancer Scotland's website is https://www.kcuk.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=SC043642).