--- title: "Nith Life — check charity number SC053508 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Nith Life a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053508. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nith-life retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:54:44.986Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Nith Life is a registered charity (number SC053508) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. 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 Nith Life? Registered charity number SC053508 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Website [www.nithlife.co.uk](http://www.nithlife.co.uk/) ## What does Nith Life do? Nith Life is a community-led charity working to protect, restore and celebrate the River Nith and its catchment for the benefit of people, nature and future generations. We bring together local communities, land managers, artists, scientists and partner organisations to improve understanding of the river’s environmental health, cultural heritage and role in climate resilience. Our work includes citizen science and wildlife monitoring, community consultations, public talks and events, and creative and cultural activities that help people connect with the river. We also support collaboration an… ## What causes is Nith Life registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Nith Life yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Nith Life 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=nith-life&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.nithlife.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Nith Life a legitimate charity? Yes. Nith Life is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053508) 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 Nith Life's charity number? Nith Life's charity number is SC053508. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053508? Search SC053508 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 Nith Life do? Nith Life is a community-led charity working to protect, restore and celebrate the River Nith and its catchment for the benefit of people, nature and future generations. We bring together local communities, land managers, artists, scientists and partner organisations to improve understanding of the river’s environmental health, cultural heritage and role in climate resilience. Our work includes citizen science and wildlife monitoring, community consultations, public talks and events, and creative and cultural activities that help people connect with the river. We also support collaboration an… Does Nith Life have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Nith Life. 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 Nith Life? Nith Life's website is http://www.nithlife.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=SC053508).