--- title: "Picture Hooks — check charity number SC047948 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Picture Hooks a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047948. 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/picture-hooks retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:47:34.642Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Picture Hooks is a registered charity (number SC047948) 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. Its latest reported income was £2,606 (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 Picture Hooks? Registered charity number SC047948 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,606 Website [www.picturehooks.org.uk](http://www.picturehooks.org.uk/) ## What does Picture Hooks do? The Charitable Purposes of the SCIO ('the Charitable Purposes') are: 3.1.1 to advance the arts by developing, supporting and nurturing the talent of new and emerging illustrators with particular focus on illustration in children's picture books. and 3.1.2 to advance education by championing the importance of picture books in the development of learning, well-being and creativity in children. ## What causes is Picture Hooks registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Picture Hooks yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Picture Hooks 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=picture-hooks&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.picturehooks.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Picture Hooks a legitimate charity? Yes. Picture Hooks is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047948) 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 Picture Hooks's charity number? Picture Hooks's charity number is SC047948. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047948? Search SC047948 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 Picture Hooks do? The Charitable Purposes of the SCIO ('the Charitable Purposes') are: 3.1.1 to advance the arts by developing, supporting and nurturing the talent of new and emerging illustrators with particular focus on illustration in children's picture books. and 3.1.2 to advance education by championing the importance of picture books in the development of learning, well-being and creativity in children. Does Picture Hooks have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Picture Hooks. 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 Picture Hooks? Picture Hooks's website is http://www.picturehooks.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=SC047948).