--- title: "Ruvuma Development Aid — check charity number SC033311 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ruvuma Development Aid a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC033311. 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/ruvuma-development-aid retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:16:08.590Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ruvuma Development Aid is a registered charity (number SC033311) 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 health. Its latest reported income was £74,452 (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 Ruvuma Development Aid? Registered charity number SC033311 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £74,452 Website [www.rudatanzania.org.uk](http://www.rudatanzania.org.uk/) ## What does Ruvuma Development Aid do? With the help of a Tanzanian partner NGO we have built schools and supported sponsored children through nursery, primary, secondary and further education in a rural area. We do this by creating a sponsorship programme with sponsors donating regularly to support the children from deprived backgrounds to reach their potential. This year we were helped in the construction of a nursery school by donations from two Rotary groups. North Fife rotary and Cupar Rotary. ## What causes is Ruvuma Development Aid registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ruvuma Development Aid yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ruvuma Development Aid 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=ruvuma-development-aid&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rudatanzania.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ruvuma Development Aid a legitimate charity? Yes. Ruvuma Development Aid is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC033311) 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 Ruvuma Development Aid's charity number? Ruvuma Development Aid's charity number is SC033311. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC033311? Search SC033311 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 Ruvuma Development Aid do? With the help of a Tanzanian partner NGO we have built schools and supported sponsored children through nursery, primary, secondary and further education in a rural area. We do this by creating a sponsorship programme with sponsors donating regularly to support the children from deprived backgrounds to reach their potential. This year we were helped in the construction of a nursery school by donations from two Rotary groups. North Fife rotary and Cupar Rotary. Does Ruvuma Development Aid have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ruvuma Development Aid. 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 Ruvuma Development Aid? Ruvuma Development Aid's website is http://www.rudatanzania.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=SC033311).