--- title: "RNIB Charity — check charity number SC044876 | CharityCompare" description: "Is RNIB Charity a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044876. the advancement of education 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/rnib-charity-2 retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:09:02.435Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer RNIB Charity is a registered charity (number SC044876) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 RNIB Charity? Registered charity number SC044876 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Website [www.rnib.org.uk](http://www.rnib.org.uk/) ## What does RNIB Charity do? To promote the better education, training, employment and welfare of Blind and partially sighted people and generally to watch over and protect the interests of Blind and partially sighted people and to prevent blindness. ## What causes is RNIB Charity registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for RNIB Charity yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. RNIB Charity 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=rnib-charity-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rnib.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is RNIB Charity a legitimate charity? Yes. RNIB Charity is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044876) 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 RNIB Charity's charity number? RNIB Charity's charity number is SC044876. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044876? Search SC044876 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 RNIB Charity do? To promote the better education, training, employment and welfare of Blind and partially sighted people and generally to watch over and protect the interests of Blind and partially sighted people and to prevent blindness. Does RNIB Charity have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for RNIB Charity. 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 RNIB Charity? RNIB Charity's website is http://www.rnib.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=SC044876).