--- title: "Reuse and Thrive — check charity number SC049977 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Reuse and Thrive a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049977. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/reuse-and-thrive retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:41:02.736Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Reuse and Thrive is a registered charity (number SC049977) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £17,039 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Reuse and Thrive? Registered charity number SC049977 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £17,039 Website [reuseandthrive.org.uk](http://reuseandthrive.org.uk/) ## What does Reuse and Thrive do? Our Umbrella aim is to help our community manage its resources more effectively through the delivery of our Charitable Aims. Our activities are based around a community shop, selling high quality second hand goods priced so that all community members can afford them. We make donations to local organisations from our profits and work with other community groups to improve our environment. We provide training opportunities to our volunteers through working in the shop and we engage with local young people through providing volunteering opportunities. We have started to run classes to teach… ## What causes is Reuse and Thrive registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Reuse and Thrive yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Reuse and Thrive 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=reuse-and-thrive&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://reuseandthrive.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Reuse and Thrive a legitimate charity? Yes. Reuse and Thrive is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049977) 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 Reuse and Thrive's charity number? Reuse and Thrive's charity number is SC049977. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049977? Search SC049977 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 Reuse and Thrive do? Our Umbrella aim is to help our community manage its resources more effectively through the delivery of our Charitable Aims. Our activities are based around a community shop, selling high quality second hand goods priced so that all community members can afford them. We make donations to local organisations from our profits and work with other community groups to improve our environment. We provide training opportunities to our volunteers through working in the shop and we engage with local young people through providing volunteering opportunities. We have started to run classes to teach… Does Reuse and Thrive have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Reuse and Thrive. 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 Reuse and Thrive? Reuse and Thrive's website is http://reuseandthrive.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=SC049977).