--- title: "S4f — check charity number SC047770 | CharityCompare" description: "Is S4f a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047770. the advancement of education charity based in Stirling. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/s4f retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:05:05.870Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer S4f is a registered charity (number SC047770) 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 provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £187,765 (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 S4f? Registered charity number SC047770 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Stirling Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £187,765 Website [www.s4f.org.uk](http://www.s4f.org.uk/) ## What does S4f do? To advance health and education, the provision of recreational activities with the object of improving the condition of life for people impacted by someone else's substance misuse, trauma or poverty, within Stirling and the surrounding area. S4f exists to support families facing adversity, partiucularly those affected by a love one's substance misuse. We focus on improving mental health , wellbeing and resilience through offering a mix of counselling services, activity programmes, peer support groups, childrens services, school holiday initiatives, development opportunities, crisis suppor… ## What causes is S4f registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for S4f yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. S4f 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=s4f&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.s4f.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is S4f a legitimate charity? Yes. S4f is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047770) 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 S4f's charity number? S4f's charity number is SC047770. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047770? Search SC047770 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 S4f do? To advance health and education, the provision of recreational activities with the object of improving the condition of life for people impacted by someone else's substance misuse, trauma or poverty, within Stirling and the surrounding area. S4f exists to support families facing adversity, partiucularly those affected by a love one's substance misuse. We focus on improving mental health , wellbeing and resilience through offering a mix of counselling services, activity programmes, peer support groups, childrens services, school holiday initiatives, development opportunities, crisis suppor… Does S4f have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for S4f. 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 S4f? S4f's website is http://www.s4f.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=SC047770).