--- title: "MCR Foundation — check charity number SC037304 | CharityCompare" description: "Is MCR Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC037304. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/mcr-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:54:20.681Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer MCR Foundation is a registered charity (number SC037304) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £18,393 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 MCR Foundation? Registered charity number SC037304 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £18,393 ## What does MCR Foundation do? The charity was set up to ensure care experienced and other disadvantaged young people realise their full potential through education, job choices and life chances. Funding and probono expertise was provided to support, develop and help scale multiple education focused projects. The most impactful, MCR Pathways, was founded in 2007 as an in school based mentoring programme in Glasgow, scaling across Scotland and subsequently England. MCR Pathways became an independent charity in July 2015 with probono support concluding this year. The charity is once again turning its attention to create, sup… ## What causes is MCR Foundation registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for MCR Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. MCR Foundation 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=mcr-foundation&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is MCR Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. MCR Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC037304) 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 MCR Foundation's charity number? MCR Foundation's charity number is SC037304. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC037304? Search SC037304 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 MCR Foundation do? The charity was set up to ensure care experienced and other disadvantaged young people realise their full potential through education, job choices and life chances. Funding and probono expertise was provided to support, develop and help scale multiple education focused projects. The most impactful, MCR Pathways, was founded in 2007 as an in school based mentoring programme in Glasgow, scaling across Scotland and subsequently England. MCR Pathways became an independent charity in July 2015 with probono support concluding this year. The charity is once again turning its attention to create, sup… Does MCR Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for MCR Foundation. 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 MCR Foundation? MCR Foundation 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=SC037304).