Shetland Samaritans SCIO
Shetland Samaritans SCIO is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of health, the saving of lives, based in Shetland Islands.
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What are the key facts about Shetland Samaritans SCIO?
- Registered charity number
- SC047536
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Location
- Shetland Islands
- Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
- £8,498
What does Shetland Samaritans SCIO do?
We are one of the branches who work as part of Samaritans charity. We offer confidential non-judgmental support to anyone of any age who is going through emotional difficulties or distress which may lead to feelings of despair or even suicide. We are committed to reducing the number of people who end their own lives. Our volunteers work shifts both during the day and night. This service is free to all and we do not get paid for doing this work. We do outreach into the community and to S3 pupils in our High Schools where we stress the importance of good mental health and where they can go for…
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Why is there no Clarity Score for Shetland Samaritans SCIO yet?
The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shetland Samaritans 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
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Shetland Samaritans SCIO a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Shetland Samaritans SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047536) 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 Shetland Samaritans SCIO's charity number?
- Shetland Samaritans SCIO's charity number is SC047536. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC047536?
- Search SC047536 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 Shetland Samaritans SCIO do?
- We are one of the branches who work as part of Samaritans charity. We offer confidential non-judgmental support to anyone of any age who is going through emotional difficulties or distress which may lead to feelings of despair or even suicide. We are committed to reducing the number of people who end their own lives. Our volunteers work shifts both during the day and night. This service is free to all and we do not get paid for doing this work. We do outreach into the community and to S3 pupils in our High Schools where we stress the importance of good mental health and where they can go for…
- Does Shetland Samaritans SCIO have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shetland Samaritans 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 Shetland Samaritans SCIO?
- Shetland Samaritans SCIO 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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.