--- title: "SiMBA — check charity number SC038243 | CharityCompare" description: "Is SiMBA a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038243. the advancement of education charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/simba retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:08:41.094Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer SiMBA is a registered charity (number SC038243) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £455,452 (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 SiMBA? Registered charity number SC038243 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £455,452 Website [www.simbacharity.org.uk](http://www.simbacharity.org.uk/) ## What does SiMBA do? Simba is a Charity which honours baby loss, now and always. We provide support to bereaved families at their critical time of loss through our Memory Boxes and our Bereavement Rooms. In the months and years that follow their loss, we offer comfort and support through our Trees of Tranquillity remembrance sculptures and private Facebook Groups. both offering grieving families a chance to share experiences with others who have been affected. We are the only Scottish based Charity that focuses on providing memory making opportunities for families, for all stages of pregnancy loss and close after… ## What causes is SiMBA registered for? the advancement of educationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for SiMBA yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. SiMBA 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=simba&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.simbacharity.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is SiMBA a legitimate charity? Yes. SiMBA is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038243) 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 SiMBA's charity number? SiMBA's charity number is SC038243. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038243? Search SC038243 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 SiMBA do? Simba is a Charity which honours baby loss, now and always. We provide support to bereaved families at their critical time of loss through our Memory Boxes and our Bereavement Rooms. In the months and years that follow their loss, we offer comfort and support through our Trees of Tranquillity remembrance sculptures and private Facebook Groups. both offering grieving families a chance to share experiences with others who have been affected. We are the only Scottish based Charity that focuses on providing memory making opportunities for families, for all stages of pregnancy loss and close after… Does SiMBA have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for SiMBA. 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 SiMBA? SiMBA's website is http://www.simbacharity.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=SC038243).