--- title: "Span — check charity number SC050358 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Span a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050358. the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/span retrieved: 2026-08-25T05:07:00.336Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Span is a registered charity (number SC050358) 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 human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Span? Registered charity number SC050358 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Website [www.safeplace.network](http://www.safeplace.network/) ## What does Span do? The organisation's purposes are: * To alleviate the stress of anyone in the community who is living in difficult circumstances for whatever reason. * To accommodate, support, counsel and empower people, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, class, caste, religion, belief, sex, gender, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, health or other status, to live freely and without persecution. * To provide suitable and discreet refuge accommodation for individuals (and their children, where necessary) who have had to leave their home under difficult circumstances, thereby allowing… ## What causes is Span registered for? the advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Span yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Span 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=span&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.safeplace.network/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Span a legitimate charity? Yes. Span is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050358) 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 Span's charity number? Span's charity number is SC050358. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050358? Search SC050358 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 Span do? The organisation's purposes are: * To alleviate the stress of anyone in the community who is living in difficult circumstances for whatever reason. * To accommodate, support, counsel and empower people, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, class, caste, religion, belief, sex, gender, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, health or other status, to live freely and without persecution. * To provide suitable and discreet refuge accommodation for individuals (and their children, where necessary) who have had to leave their home under difficult circumstances, thereby allowing… Does Span have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Span. 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 Span? Span's website is http://www.safeplace.network — 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=SC050358).