--- title: "Orkney Youth Cafe — check charity number SC041979 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Orkney Youth Cafe a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041979. the advancement of education charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/orkney-youth-cafe retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:24:06.717Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Orkney Youth Cafe is a registered charity (number SC041979) 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 citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £64,895 (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 Orkney Youth Cafe? Registered charity number SC041979 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £64,895 ## What does Orkney Youth Cafe do? the advancement of education for young people throughout the Orkney Islands through the provision of recreational facilities and activities, and the advancement of citizenship through engagement of young people with their communities. • to provide a safe environment where young people can meet, socialise, organise and take part in activities. • to provide as advice and information service for young people. • to encourage young people to take an active part in the running and the management of the facility. • to provide volunteer placements for young people. • to provide a supportive environme… ## What causes is Orkney Youth Cafe registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Orkney Youth Cafe yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Orkney Youth Cafe 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=orkney-youth-cafe&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Orkney Youth Cafe a legitimate charity? Yes. Orkney Youth Cafe is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041979) 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 Orkney Youth Cafe's charity number? Orkney Youth Cafe's charity number is SC041979. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC041979? Search SC041979 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 Orkney Youth Cafe do? the advancement of education for young people throughout the Orkney Islands through the provision of recreational facilities and activities, and the advancement of citizenship through engagement of young people with their communities. • to provide a safe environment where young people can meet, socialise, organise and take part in activities. • to provide as advice and information service for young people. • to encourage young people to take an active part in the running and the management of the facility. • to provide volunteer placements for young people. • to provide a supportive environme… Does Orkney Youth Cafe have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Orkney Youth Cafe. 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 Orkney Youth Cafe? Orkney Youth Cafe 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=SC041979).