--- title: "Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) — check charity number 1204135 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1204135. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Scarborough. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scarborough-lions-club-cio retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:00:59.877Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) is a registered charity (number 1204135) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £12,884 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Scarborough Lions Club (CIO)? Registered charity number 1204135 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Scarborough Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £12,884 Website [lionsdistrict105n.org/scarborough](https://lionsdistrict105n.org/scarborough) ## What does Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) do? As part of Lions Clubs International we are part of the worlds largest Service organisation. Our Club is based in Scarborough Borough and covers the Town and immeadiate surrounding villages. We also support authorised National and International causes. We raise funds, 100% of which goes to Charitable Causes as deemed by a majority vote of the whole Club and ratified by the Trustees. ## What causes is Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) registered for? General Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) 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=scarborough-lions-club-cio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://lionsdistrict105n.org/scarborough) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1204135) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Scarborough Lions Club (CIO)'s charity number? Scarborough Lions Club (CIO)'s charity number is 1204135. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1204135? Search 1204135 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) do? As part of Lions Clubs International we are part of the worlds largest Service organisation. Our Club is based in Scarborough Borough and covers the Town and immeadiate surrounding villages. We also support authorised National and International causes. We raise funds, 100% of which goes to Charitable Causes as deemed by a majority vote of the whole Club and ratified by the Trustees. Does Scarborough Lions Club (CIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scarborough Lions Club (CIO). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Scarborough Lions Club (CIO)? Scarborough Lions Club (CIO)'s website is https://lionsdistrict105n.org/scarborough — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, 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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1204135).