--- title: "Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO — check charity number SC052717 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052717. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rhins-and-luce-red-squirrel-network-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:07:04.353Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO is a registered charity (number SC052717) 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 environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £157,382 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO? Registered charity number SC052717 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £157,382 ## What does Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO do? We are set up to conserve the remaining native red squirrel population in the Rhins and Luce area of Dumfries and Galloway. We achieve this by controlling the non-native grey squirrel population through trapping and humane dispatch as allowed by law. In addition we raise funds for our activities through applying for grants and selling merchandise on our squirrel stall. We also raise awareness about red squirrel conservation by public engagement and giving educational talks to schools and interested local groups. ## What causes is Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO 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=rhins-and-luce-red-squirrel-network-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052717) 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 Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO's charity number? Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO's charity number is SC052717. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052717? Search SC052717 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 Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO do? We are set up to conserve the remaining native red squirrel population in the Rhins and Luce area of Dumfries and Galloway. We achieve this by controlling the non-native grey squirrel population through trapping and humane dispatch as allowed by law. In addition we raise funds for our activities through applying for grants and selling merchandise on our squirrel stall. We also raise awareness about red squirrel conservation by public engagement and giving educational talks to schools and interested local groups. Does Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO. 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 Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO? Rhins and Luce Red Squirrel Network SCIO does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC052717).