--- title: "Lived — check charity number SC045204 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lived a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045204. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/lived retrieved: 2026-08-24T07:37:55.417Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lived is a registered charity (number SC045204) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation. 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 Lived? Registered charity number SC045204 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Website [www.livedprojects.org](http://www.livedprojects.org/) ## What does Lived do? This clause shall be interpreted as if it incorporates an over-riding qualification limiting the powers of the SCIO such that any activity which would otherwise be permitted by the terms of this constitution may be carried on only if that activity furthers a purpose which is regarded as Charitable. Subject to the overriding qualification, the SCIO's principal purposes are, for the benefit of the public in Scotland and elsewhere to:- 3.1 advance education. 3.2 prevent or relieve poverty. 3.3 advance human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation. and 3.4 promote equality and diversity, by… ## What causes is Lived registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lived yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lived 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=lived&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.livedprojects.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lived a legitimate charity? Yes. Lived is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045204) 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 Lived's charity number? Lived's charity number is SC045204. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045204? Search SC045204 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 Lived do? This clause shall be interpreted as if it incorporates an over-riding qualification limiting the powers of the SCIO such that any activity which would otherwise be permitted by the terms of this constitution may be carried on only if that activity furthers a purpose which is regarded as Charitable. Subject to the overriding qualification, the SCIO's principal purposes are, for the benefit of the public in Scotland and elsewhere to:- 3.1 advance education. 3.2 prevent or relieve poverty. 3.3 advance human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation. and 3.4 promote equality and diversity, by… Does Lived have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lived. 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 Lived? Lived's website is http://www.livedprojects.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=SC045204).