--- title: "Paisley YMCA — check charity number SC017206 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Paisley YMCA a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC017206. the advancement of education charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/paisley-ymca retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:05:24.797Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Paisley YMCA is a registered charity (number SC017206) 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 religion; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £122,224 (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 Paisley YMCA? Registered charity number SC017206 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £122,224 Website [www.paisleyymca.org](http://www.paisleyymca.org/) ## What does Paisley YMCA do? The YMCA aims to provide a welcome to members for themselves, in a meeting place which is theirs to share, where friendships can be made and counsel sought. develop activities which stimulate and challenge its members in an environment that enables them to take responsibility and find a sense of achievement. involve all members in care and work for others. create opportunities for exchanging views, so that its Members can improve their understanding of the world, of themselves and of one another. and promote events by which aims, purposes and programme may be furthered, in keeping with the co… ## What causes is Paisley YMCA registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of religionthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Paisley YMCA yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Paisley YMCA 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=paisley-ymca&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.paisleyymca.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Paisley YMCA a legitimate charity? Yes. Paisley YMCA is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC017206) 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 Paisley YMCA's charity number? Paisley YMCA's charity number is SC017206. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC017206? Search SC017206 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 Paisley YMCA do? The YMCA aims to provide a welcome to members for themselves, in a meeting place which is theirs to share, where friendships can be made and counsel sought. develop activities which stimulate and challenge its members in an environment that enables them to take responsibility and find a sense of achievement. involve all members in care and work for others. create opportunities for exchanging views, so that its Members can improve their understanding of the world, of themselves and of one another. and promote events by which aims, purposes and programme may be furthered, in keeping with the co… Does Paisley YMCA have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Paisley YMCA. 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 Paisley YMCA? Paisley YMCA's website is http://www.paisleyymca.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=SC017206).