--- title: "Roslin Foundation — check charity number SC023592 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Roslin Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC023592. the advancement of education charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/roslin-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-24T14:01:45.568Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Roslin Foundation is a registered charity (number SC023592) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £3,477,248 (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 Roslin Foundation? Registered charity number SC023592 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,477,248 Website [www.roslinfoundation.com](http://www.roslinfoundation.com/) ## What does Roslin Foundation do? Roslin Foundation supports research and development in biosciences relating to agriculture and biomedicine to advance knowledge, innovation and societal benefit. We achieve this primarily through funding research projects, facilities, equipment, studentships and early stage innovation that align with our charitable purposes and the strategic focus of the Roslin Institute. We enable high impact science by investing in capability, skills, collaborations and translational opportunities, including projects that improve animal health, welfare, sustainability, food security and human health relevan… ## What causes is Roslin Foundation registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Roslin Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Roslin Foundation 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=roslin-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.roslinfoundation.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Roslin Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Roslin Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC023592) 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 Roslin Foundation's charity number? Roslin Foundation's charity number is SC023592. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC023592? Search SC023592 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 Roslin Foundation do? Roslin Foundation supports research and development in biosciences relating to agriculture and biomedicine to advance knowledge, innovation and societal benefit. We achieve this primarily through funding research projects, facilities, equipment, studentships and early stage innovation that align with our charitable purposes and the strategic focus of the Roslin Institute. We enable high impact science by investing in capability, skills, collaborations and translational opportunities, including projects that improve animal health, welfare, sustainability, food security and human health relevan… Does Roslin Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Roslin Foundation. 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 Roslin Foundation? Roslin Foundation's website is http://www.roslinfoundation.com — 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=SC023592).