--- title: "Reach — check charity number SC049805 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Reach a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049805. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/reach retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:07:29.913Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Reach is a registered charity (number SC049805) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £207,758 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Reach? Registered charity number SC049805 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £207,758 Website [reach.org.uk](https://reach.org.uk/) ## What does Reach do? We updated our Articles of Association 17 December 2024, widening our object to support children with upper limb difference and their families for life, New object reads: The Objects of the Charity are for the advancement, relief and support of people, and carers of people, with upper limb differences. In particular but not exclusively, children and young people who are either born with an upper limb difference or who acquire an upper limb difference in childhood. We cointnue to support children with ULD and their families in Scotland and there is no longer a cut off at 18. ## What causes is Reach registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Reach yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Reach 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=reach&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://reach.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Reach a legitimate charity? Yes. Reach is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049805) 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 Reach's charity number? Reach's charity number is SC049805. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049805? Search SC049805 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 Reach do? We updated our Articles of Association 17 December 2024, widening our object to support children with upper limb difference and their families for life, New object reads: The Objects of the Charity are for the advancement, relief and support of people, and carers of people, with upper limb differences. In particular but not exclusively, children and young people who are either born with an upper limb difference or who acquire an upper limb difference in childhood. We cointnue to support children with ULD and their families in Scotland and there is no longer a cut off at 18. Does Reach have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Reach. 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 Reach? Reach's website is https://reach.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=SC049805).