--- title: "McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) — check charity number SC047124 | CharityCompare" description: "Is McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047124. the advancement of education charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mckenzie-friends-plus-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:48:07.541Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC047124) 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 advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation; the promotion of equality and diversity. 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 McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC047124 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Renfrewshire ## What does McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) do? 4.1 To aim to promote equal opportunity for all to gain access to justice. 4.2 To aim, relative to 4.1 supra. to provide support to secure, for those in need, the services of a qualified legal professional practitioner as the organisations first and preferred priority. 4.3 The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage as a result of which do not possess adequate means with which they would otherwise secure the services of a qualified legal professional practitioner. 4.4 The advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or rec… ## What causes is McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliationthe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) 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=mckenzie-friends-plus-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047124) 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 McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO)'s charity number? McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO)'s charity number is SC047124. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047124? Search SC047124 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 McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) do? 4.1 To aim to promote equal opportunity for all to gain access to justice. 4.2 To aim, relative to 4.1 supra. to provide support to secure, for those in need, the services of a qualified legal professional practitioner as the organisations first and preferred priority. 4.3 The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage as a result of which do not possess adequate means with which they would otherwise secure the services of a qualified legal professional practitioner. 4.4 The advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or rec… Does McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO). 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 McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO)? McKenzie Friends Plus (SCIO) 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=SC047124).