--- title: "Pasda — check charity number SC042678 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pasda a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042678. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pasda retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:49:34.825Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pasda is a registered charity (number SC042678) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £16,646 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Pasda? Registered charity number SC042678 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £16,646 Website [www.pasda.org.uk](http://www.pasda.org.uk/) ## What does Pasda do? The charity was set up to support carers and families of young people over 16 and adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. This is achieved by organising meetings to share experiences for carers, workshops for carers, coffee mornings for carers, walking group for carers as well as periodic social events. The charity also holds one to one meetings with carers to provide information on any services or support available in the local community. Pasda prepares and sends a monthly e-newsletter,social media posts and website updates. ## What causes is Pasda registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pasda yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pasda 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=pasda&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.pasda.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pasda a legitimate charity? Yes. Pasda is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042678) 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 Pasda's charity number? Pasda's charity number is SC042678. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042678? Search SC042678 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 Pasda do? The charity was set up to support carers and families of young people over 16 and adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. This is achieved by organising meetings to share experiences for carers, workshops for carers, coffee mornings for carers, walking group for carers as well as periodic social events. The charity also holds one to one meetings with carers to provide information on any services or support available in the local community. Pasda prepares and sends a monthly e-newsletter,social media posts and website updates. Does Pasda have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pasda. 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 Pasda? Pasda's website is http://www.pasda.org.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=SC042678).