--- title: "Nessr — check charity number SC040037 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Nessr a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040037. the advancement of animal welfare charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nessr retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:22:00.692Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Nessr is a registered charity (number SC040037) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £64,578 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Nessr? Registered charity number SC040037 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £64,578 Website [www.nessr.org](http://www.nessr.org/) ## What does Nessr do? FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC TO RELIEVE THE SUFFERING OF DOGS NAMELY BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY THE BREED KNOWN AS ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIEL, AND IN PARTICULAR TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RESCUE HOMES OR OTHER FACILITIES FOR THE RECEPTION CARE AND TREATMENT OF SUCH ANIMALS. TO PROMOTE HUMANE BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS ANIMALS BY PROVIDING APPROPRIATE CARE, PROTECTION, TREATMENT AND SECURITY FOR ANIMALS WHICH ARE IN NEED OF CARE AND ATTENTION BY REASON OF SICKNESS, MALTREATMENT, POOR CIRCUMSTANCES OR ILL USAGE, AND TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC IN MATTERS PERTAINING TO ANIMAL WELFARE IN GENERAL AND THE PREVENTION OF CR… ## What causes is Nessr registered for? the advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Nessr yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Nessr 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=nessr&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.nessr.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Nessr a legitimate charity? Yes. Nessr is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040037) 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 Nessr's charity number? Nessr's charity number is SC040037. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040037? Search SC040037 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 Nessr do? FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC TO RELIEVE THE SUFFERING OF DOGS NAMELY BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY THE BREED KNOWN AS ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIEL, AND IN PARTICULAR TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RESCUE HOMES OR OTHER FACILITIES FOR THE RECEPTION CARE AND TREATMENT OF SUCH ANIMALS. TO PROMOTE HUMANE BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS ANIMALS BY PROVIDING APPROPRIATE CARE, PROTECTION, TREATMENT AND SECURITY FOR ANIMALS WHICH ARE IN NEED OF CARE AND ATTENTION BY REASON OF SICKNESS, MALTREATMENT, POOR CIRCUMSTANCES OR ILL USAGE, AND TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC IN MATTERS PERTAINING TO ANIMAL WELFARE IN GENERAL AND THE PREVENTION OF CR… Does Nessr have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Nessr. 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 Nessr? Nessr's website is http://www.nessr.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=SC040037).