--- title: "Samaritans of Caithness SCIO — check charity number SC046706 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Samaritans of Caithness SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046706. the saving of lives charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/samaritans-of-caithness-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:59:38.886Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Samaritans of Caithness SCIO is a registered charity (number SC046706) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the saving of lives; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £9,961 (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 Samaritans of Caithness SCIO? Registered charity number SC046706 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £9,961 Website [www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-caithness](http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-caithness) ## What does Samaritans of Caithness SCIO do? Samaritans Vision is that Fewer People Die by Suicide ## What causes is Samaritans of Caithness SCIO registered for? the saving of livesthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Samaritans of Caithness SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Samaritans of Caithness 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=samaritans-of-caithness-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-caithness) ## Frequently asked questions Is Samaritans of Caithness SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Samaritans of Caithness SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046706) 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 Samaritans of Caithness SCIO's charity number? Samaritans of Caithness SCIO's charity number is SC046706. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046706? Search SC046706 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 Samaritans of Caithness SCIO do? Samaritans Vision is that Fewer People Die by Suicide Does Samaritans of Caithness SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Samaritans of Caithness 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 Samaritans of Caithness SCIO? Samaritans of Caithness SCIO's website is http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-caithness — 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=SC046706).