--- title: "South Ayrshire Befriending Project — check charity number SC020989 | CharityCompare" description: "Is South Ayrshire Befriending Project a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC020989. the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primar" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/south-ayrshire-befriending-project retrieved: 2026-08-25T01:13:28.182Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer South Ayrshire Befriending Project is a registered charity (number SC020989) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £215,842 (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 South Ayrshire Befriending Project? Registered charity number SC020989 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location South Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £215,842 Website [www.bfriend.org.uk](http://www.bfriend.org.uk/) ## What does South Ayrshire Befriending Project do? Bfriend is a small locally run charity based in Ayr. It was set up 30 years ago to help provide a befriending service for young people in South Ayrshire who may be socially isolated, or who have social or emotional difficulties. Bfriend supports around 50 young people aged between 8 and 18 years providing one to one befriending and group activities. The Project’s full team consists of a Project Manager 3 part time Project Coordinators, and one full time Project Administrator who together carry out the daily running of the service and the recruitment and training of volunteer befrienders. I… ## What causes is South Ayrshire Befriending Project registered for? the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for South Ayrshire Befriending Project yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. South Ayrshire Befriending Project 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=south-ayrshire-befriending-project&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bfriend.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is South Ayrshire Befriending Project a legitimate charity? Yes. South Ayrshire Befriending Project is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC020989) 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 South Ayrshire Befriending Project's charity number? South Ayrshire Befriending Project's charity number is SC020989. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC020989? Search SC020989 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 South Ayrshire Befriending Project do? Bfriend is a small locally run charity based in Ayr. It was set up 30 years ago to help provide a befriending service for young people in South Ayrshire who may be socially isolated, or who have social or emotional difficulties. Bfriend supports around 50 young people aged between 8 and 18 years providing one to one befriending and group activities. The Project’s full team consists of a Project Manager 3 part time Project Coordinators, and one full time Project Administrator who together carry out the daily running of the service and the recruitment and training of volunteer befrienders. I… Does South Ayrshire Befriending Project have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for South Ayrshire Befriending Project. 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 South Ayrshire Befriending Project? South Ayrshire Befriending Project's website is http://www.bfriend.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=SC020989).