--- title: "ScotsCare — check charity number SC052739 | CharityCompare" description: "Is ScotsCare a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052739. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scotscare retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:10:01.924Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer ScotsCare is a registered charity (number SC052739) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £3,235,841 (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 ScotsCare? Registered charity number SC052739 Status Registered (active) Charity type Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,235,841 Website [scotscare.com](https://scotscare.com/) ## What does ScotsCare do? The Objects of the Corporation shall be for the public benefit to relieve either generally or individually persons resident or found within a radius of 35 miles of Charing Cross who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress in such ways that are charitable in law, being persons who were born in Scotland or persons one of whose parents in each case was born in Scotland or widows, widowers and survivors of civil partnerships of persons who were born in Scotland or widows, widowers and survivors of civil partnerships of persons one of whose parents in each case was born in Scotland. ## What causes is ScotsCare registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for ScotsCare yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. ScotsCare 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=scotscare&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://scotscare.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is ScotsCare a legitimate charity? Yes. ScotsCare is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052739) 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 ScotsCare's charity number? ScotsCare's charity number is SC052739. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052739? Search SC052739 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 ScotsCare do? The Objects of the Corporation shall be for the public benefit to relieve either generally or individually persons resident or found within a radius of 35 miles of Charing Cross who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress in such ways that are charitable in law, being persons who were born in Scotland or persons one of whose parents in each case was born in Scotland or widows, widowers and survivors of civil partnerships of persons who were born in Scotland or widows, widowers and survivors of civil partnerships of persons one of whose parents in each case was born in Scotland. Does ScotsCare have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for ScotsCare. 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 ScotsCare? ScotsCare's website is https://scotscare.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=SC052739).