--- title: "McSence Ltd — check charity number SC016874 | CharityCompare" description: "Is McSence Ltd a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016874. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mcsence-ltd retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:54:48.008Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer McSence Ltd is a registered charity (number SC016874) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £7,250,929 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 McSence Ltd? Registered charity number SC016874 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £7,250,929 Website [www.mcsence.co.uk](http://www.mcsence.co.uk/) ## What does McSence Ltd do? The principal objectives of the company as set out in our Memorandum and Articles of Association are to relieve poverty, advance education particularly among the young and unemployed, promote and provide training skills, advance community development, advance community regeneration, promote civic responsibility, to relieve those in need by reason of age or ill health and to advance citizenship for the community and its membership. McSence has a fundamental belief and expertise in the empowerment of communities to help themselves by encouraging partnerships between all aspects of those communi… ## What causes is McSence Ltd registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for McSence Ltd yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. McSence Ltd 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=mcsence-ltd&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.mcsence.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is McSence Ltd a legitimate charity? Yes. McSence Ltd is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016874) 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 McSence Ltd's charity number? McSence Ltd's charity number is SC016874. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC016874? Search SC016874 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 McSence Ltd do? The principal objectives of the company as set out in our Memorandum and Articles of Association are to relieve poverty, advance education particularly among the young and unemployed, promote and provide training skills, advance community development, advance community regeneration, promote civic responsibility, to relieve those in need by reason of age or ill health and to advance citizenship for the community and its membership. McSence has a fundamental belief and expertise in the empowerment of communities to help themselves by encouraging partnerships between all aspects of those communi… Does McSence Ltd have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for McSence Ltd. 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 McSence Ltd? McSence Ltd's website is http://www.mcsence.co.uk — 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=SC016874).