--- title: "Share Scotland — check charity number SC008220 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Share Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC008220. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage 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/share-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-24T04:49:36.309Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Share Scotland is a registered charity (number SC008220) 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 £5,813,885 (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 Share Scotland? Registered charity number SC008220 Status Registered (active) Charity type Registered Society Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £5,813,885 Website [www.sharesscotland.org.uk](http://www.sharesscotland.org.uk/) ## What does Share Scotland do? SHARE Scotland provides social care for adults with complex disabilities and support them to be able to live in their own homes and communities. ## What causes is Share Scotland 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 Share Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Share Scotland 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=share-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sharesscotland.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Share Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Share Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC008220) 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 Share Scotland's charity number? Share Scotland's charity number is SC008220. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC008220? Search SC008220 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 Share Scotland do? SHARE Scotland provides social care for adults with complex disabilities and support them to be able to live in their own homes and communities. Does Share Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Share Scotland. 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 Share Scotland? Share Scotland's website is http://www.sharesscotland.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=SC008220).