--- title: "NHS Highland Charity — check charity number SC016791 | CharityCompare" description: "Is NHS Highland Charity a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016791. the advancement of health charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nhs-highland-charity retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:45:20.845Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer NHS Highland Charity is a registered charity (number SC016791) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage; any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. Its latest reported income was £2,011,186 (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 NHS Highland Charity? Registered charity number SC016791 Status Registered (active) Charity type Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,011,186 Website [www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/charity](http://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/charity) ## What does NHS Highland Charity do? We are dedicated to improving the wellbeing and healthcare experience of the people and families cared for by our NHS in Highland. As the official charity of NHS Highland we are privileged to support and enhance the vital work delivered by the NHS. Ranging from simple improvements to truly transformational innovations, our aim is to enrich the journey of patients from infancy to end of life. Staff from across the entire organisation work together to tackle everything from the routine to the most challenging illnesses and conditions facing people in Highland and Argyll & Bute. Our donors and s… ## What causes is NHS Highland Charity registered for? the advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantageany other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for NHS Highland Charity yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. NHS Highland Charity 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=nhs-highland-charity&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/charity) ## Frequently asked questions Is NHS Highland Charity a legitimate charity? Yes. NHS Highland Charity is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016791) 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 NHS Highland Charity's charity number? NHS Highland Charity's charity number is SC016791. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC016791? Search SC016791 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 NHS Highland Charity do? We are dedicated to improving the wellbeing and healthcare experience of the people and families cared for by our NHS in Highland. As the official charity of NHS Highland we are privileged to support and enhance the vital work delivered by the NHS. Ranging from simple improvements to truly transformational innovations, our aim is to enrich the journey of patients from infancy to end of life. Staff from across the entire organisation work together to tackle everything from the routine to the most challenging illnesses and conditions facing people in Highland and Argyll & Bute. Our donors and s… Does NHS Highland Charity have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for NHS Highland Charity. 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 NHS Highland Charity? NHS Highland Charity's website is http://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/charity — 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=SC016791).