--- title: "Lend A Hand — check charity number SC054644 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lend A Hand a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054644. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lend-a-hand retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:40:44.484Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lend A Hand is a registered charity (number SC054644) 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 education; 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 Lend A Hand? Registered charity number SC054644 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City ## What does Lend A Hand do? The organisation is established for charitable purposes only, and in particular, the following: 5 To advance education and promote physical and mental wellbeing through the delivery of educational programmes and sporting activities, particularly targeting individuals and communities who have experienced poverty, deprivation, and abuse. 6 To provide relief to those in need by reason of disadvantage, poor education, financial hardship, or social exclusion, through the provision of support, resources, and opportunities. 7 To promote the benefit of the public, primarily overseas, through volun… ## What causes is Lend A Hand registered for? the advancement of educationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lend A Hand yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lend A Hand 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=lend-a-hand&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lend A Hand a legitimate charity? Yes. Lend A Hand is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054644) 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 Lend A Hand's charity number? Lend A Hand's charity number is SC054644. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054644? Search SC054644 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 Lend A Hand do? The organisation is established for charitable purposes only, and in particular, the following: 5 To advance education and promote physical and mental wellbeing through the delivery of educational programmes and sporting activities, particularly targeting individuals and communities who have experienced poverty, deprivation, and abuse. 6 To provide relief to those in need by reason of disadvantage, poor education, financial hardship, or social exclusion, through the provision of support, resources, and opportunities. 7 To promote the benefit of the public, primarily overseas, through volun… Does Lend A Hand have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lend A Hand. 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 Lend A Hand? Lend A Hand 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=SC054644).