--- title: "LifeAid — check charity number SC055005 | CharityCompare" description: "Is LifeAid a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055005. 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/lifeaid retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:39:59.873Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer LifeAid is a registered charity (number SC055005) 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 LifeAid? Registered charity number SC055005 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City ## What does LifeAid do? a) The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship, or other disadvantage, in particular by working in collaboration with other charitable organisations to provide support through volunteer-led initiatives, including the provision of food banks and the distribution of food, health essentials, and other basic necessities in order to improve the conditions of life for disadvantaged community members. b) The advancement of education for the public benefit by working in collaboration with established charitable organisations to support deprived children w… ## What causes is LifeAid 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 LifeAid yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. LifeAid 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=lifeaid&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is LifeAid a legitimate charity? Yes. LifeAid is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055005) 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 LifeAid's charity number? LifeAid's charity number is SC055005. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055005? Search SC055005 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 LifeAid do? a) The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship, or other disadvantage, in particular by working in collaboration with other charitable organisations to provide support through volunteer-led initiatives, including the provision of food banks and the distribution of food, health essentials, and other basic necessities in order to improve the conditions of life for disadvantaged community members. b) The advancement of education for the public benefit by working in collaboration with established charitable organisations to support deprived children w… Does LifeAid have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for LifeAid. 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 LifeAid? LifeAid 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=SC055005).