--- title: "Lch — check charity number SC049494 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lch a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049494. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lch retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:28:50.485Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lch is a registered charity (number SC049494) 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 provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £39,381 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Lch? Registered charity number SC049494 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £39,381 ## What does Lch do? Our charity is set up to provide a safe warm clean space for all its users. To make sure the facilities available are safe and well maintained. To enhance the lives of the people in our community and surrounding areas. To Ofer services to people who otherwise ma not be able to access other services ## What causes is Lch registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lch yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lch 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=lch&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lch a legitimate charity? Yes. Lch is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049494) 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 Lch's charity number? Lch's charity number is SC049494. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049494? Search SC049494 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 Lch do? Our charity is set up to provide a safe warm clean space for all its users. To make sure the facilities available are safe and well maintained. To enhance the lives of the people in our community and surrounding areas. To Ofer services to people who otherwise ma not be able to access other services Does Lch have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lch. 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 Lch? Lch 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=SC049494).