--- title: "Kindred Advocacy — check charity number SC000264 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Kindred Advocacy a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC000264. the promotion of equality and diversity charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/kindred-advocacy retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:09:04.071Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Kindred Advocacy is a registered charity (number SC000264) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the promotion of equality and diversity; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £481,284 (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 Kindred Advocacy? Registered charity number SC000264 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £481,284 Website [www.kindred-scotland.org](http://www.kindred-scotland.org/) ## What does Kindred Advocacy do? Kindred provides hope, help and Independent Advocacy to families raising children with complex needs or life-limiting conditions. ## What causes is Kindred Advocacy registered for? the promotion of equality and diversitythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Kindred Advocacy yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Kindred Advocacy 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=kindred-advocacy&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.kindred-scotland.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Kindred Advocacy a legitimate charity? Yes. Kindred Advocacy is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC000264) 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 Kindred Advocacy's charity number? Kindred Advocacy's charity number is SC000264. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC000264? Search SC000264 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 Kindred Advocacy do? Kindred provides hope, help and Independent Advocacy to families raising children with complex needs or life-limiting conditions. Does Kindred Advocacy have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Kindred Advocacy. 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 Kindred Advocacy? Kindred Advocacy's website is http://www.kindred-scotland.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=SC000264).