--- title: "Renfrewshire Foodbank — check charity number SC044200 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Renfrewshire Foodbank a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044200. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/renfrewshire-foodbank retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:45:40.304Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Renfrewshire Foodbank is a registered charity (number SC044200) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £226,672 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Renfrewshire Foodbank? Registered charity number SC044200 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £226,672 Website [www.renfrewshire.foodbank.org.uk](http://www.renfrewshire.foodbank.org.uk/) ## What does Renfrewshire Foodbank do? Renfrewshire Foodbank offers support to anyone at a time of crisis in Renfrewshire. We offer 3 day balanced nutritious food parcels to individuals and families who are in need. Our service is deemed to be a short term service where we would look to support people through our referral networks to get back on their feet and be better able to self manage their own situation. We also have a Financial Inclusion team who can work with people to try and maximise their income and we also have a Fuel Poverty project to tackle fuel insecurities. ## What causes is Renfrewshire Foodbank registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Renfrewshire Foodbank yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Renfrewshire Foodbank 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=renfrewshire-foodbank&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.renfrewshire.foodbank.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Renfrewshire Foodbank a legitimate charity? Yes. Renfrewshire Foodbank is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044200) 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 Renfrewshire Foodbank's charity number? Renfrewshire Foodbank's charity number is SC044200. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044200? Search SC044200 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 Renfrewshire Foodbank do? Renfrewshire Foodbank offers support to anyone at a time of crisis in Renfrewshire. We offer 3 day balanced nutritious food parcels to individuals and families who are in need. Our service is deemed to be a short term service where we would look to support people through our referral networks to get back on their feet and be better able to self manage their own situation. We also have a Financial Inclusion team who can work with people to try and maximise their income and we also have a Fuel Poverty project to tackle fuel insecurities. Does Renfrewshire Foodbank have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Renfrewshire Foodbank. 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 Renfrewshire Foodbank? Renfrewshire Foodbank's website is http://www.renfrewshire.foodbank.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=SC044200).