--- title: "Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff — check charity number SC001479 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC001479. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scottish-benevolent-fund-for-dwp-staff retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:05:54.196Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff is a registered charity (number SC001479) 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. Its latest reported income was £48,309 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff? Registered charity number SC001479 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £48,309 ## What does Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff do? The Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff is a registered charity with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). It was established to provide financial assistance and support to: Current staff of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and its successor organisations who are serving in Scotland. Members of the Society who are serving in other government departments outside Scotland. Former members of the Society or their dependants, where membership ended due to retirement or death. The Fund is maintained through voluntary contributions from members and is managed by a Commit… ## What causes is Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff registered for? the prevention or relief of poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff 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=scottish-benevolent-fund-for-dwp-staff&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff a legitimate charity? Yes. Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC001479) 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 Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff's charity number? Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff's charity number is SC001479. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC001479? Search SC001479 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 Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff do? The Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff is a registered charity with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). It was established to provide financial assistance and support to: Current staff of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and its successor organisations who are serving in Scotland. Members of the Society who are serving in other government departments outside Scotland. Former members of the Society or their dependants, where membership ended due to retirement or death. The Fund is maintained through voluntary contributions from members and is managed by a Commit… Does Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff. 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 Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff? Scottish Benevolent Fund for DWP Staff does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC001479).