--- title: "Recap (N Lanarkshire) — check charity number SC034452 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Recap (N Lanarkshire) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC034452. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in North Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/recap-n-lanarkshire retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:09:20.500Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Recap (N Lanarkshire) is a registered charity (number SC034452) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £122,568 (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 Recap (N Lanarkshire)? Registered charity number SC034452 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location North Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £122,568 Website [www.recapnl.org.uk](http://www.recapnl.org.uk/) ## What does Recap (N Lanarkshire) do? Recap is a Community Furniture recycling project which is based in Cumbernauld and started in 2003. Recap has the three main aims and objectives Reduction of poverty and hardship within the local Community Environmental – Waste reduction and diversion of goods going to landfill Economic – provide local jobs and volunteering opportunities. 3. Operations Recap collects household furniture and electrical goods, and then refurbishes and redistributes at affordable prices to individuals and families. Recap is a charity and through a referral scheme many homeless persons ## What causes is Recap (N Lanarkshire) registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Recap (N Lanarkshire) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Recap (N Lanarkshire) 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=recap-n-lanarkshire&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.recapnl.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Recap (N Lanarkshire) a legitimate charity? Yes. Recap (N Lanarkshire) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC034452) 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 Recap (N Lanarkshire)'s charity number? Recap (N Lanarkshire)'s charity number is SC034452. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC034452? Search SC034452 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 Recap (N Lanarkshire) do? Recap is a Community Furniture recycling project which is based in Cumbernauld and started in 2003. Recap has the three main aims and objectives Reduction of poverty and hardship within the local Community Environmental – Waste reduction and diversion of goods going to landfill Economic – provide local jobs and volunteering opportunities. 3. Operations Recap collects household furniture and electrical goods, and then refurbishes and redistributes at affordable prices to individuals and families. Recap is a charity and through a referral scheme many homeless persons Does Recap (N Lanarkshire) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Recap (N Lanarkshire). 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 Recap (N Lanarkshire)? Recap (N Lanarkshire)'s website is http://www.recapnl.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=SC034452).