--- title: "Paws4Humanity (SCIO) — check charity number SC053388 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Paws4Humanity (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053388. 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/paws4humanity-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:48:38.381Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Paws4Humanity (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC053388) 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 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. 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 Paws4Humanity (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC053388 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Renfrewshire ## What does Paws4Humanity (SCIO) do? • The advancement of education (with a focus on Asian community members) through teaching and educating them on the value of animal rights and animal lives, the importance of animals in relation to the environment, our ethical responsibility towards all living creatures, (how animals help humans), teaching children about animal rights ## What causes is Paws4Humanity (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe 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 Paws4Humanity (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Paws4Humanity (SCIO) 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=paws4humanity-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Paws4Humanity (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Paws4Humanity (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053388) 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 Paws4Humanity (SCIO)'s charity number? Paws4Humanity (SCIO)'s charity number is SC053388. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053388? Search SC053388 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 Paws4Humanity (SCIO) do? • The advancement of education (with a focus on Asian community members) through teaching and educating them on the value of animal rights and animal lives, the importance of animals in relation to the environment, our ethical responsibility towards all living creatures, (how animals help humans), teaching children about animal rights Does Paws4Humanity (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Paws4Humanity (SCIO). 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 Paws4Humanity (SCIO)? Paws4Humanity (SCIO) 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=SC053388).