--- title: "Ssr — check charity number SC045602 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ssr a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045602. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ssr retrieved: 2026-08-25T08:15:50.123Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ssr is a registered charity (number SC045602) 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 advancement of animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £74,870 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Ssr? Registered charity number SC045602 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £74,870 Website [www.staffiesmilesrescues.com](http://www.staffiesmilesrescues.com/) ## What does Ssr do? Staffie Smiles Rescue is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming staffies and staffie crosses across Scotland. We provide veterinary care, treatment, and behavioural assessments. Fostering and safe, suitable homes for dogs that have been abandoned, neglected, surrendered or at risk of being PTS. We promote responsible dog ownership and offer Lifeline rescue backup for every dog we rehome. Our work is made possible through fundraising donations and the dedication of our committee volunteers and supporters ## What causes is Ssr registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ssr yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ssr 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=ssr&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.staffiesmilesrescues.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ssr a legitimate charity? Yes. Ssr is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045602) 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 Ssr's charity number? Ssr's charity number is SC045602. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045602? Search SC045602 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 Ssr do? Staffie Smiles Rescue is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming staffies and staffie crosses across Scotland. We provide veterinary care, treatment, and behavioural assessments. Fostering and safe, suitable homes for dogs that have been abandoned, neglected, surrendered or at risk of being PTS. We promote responsible dog ownership and offer Lifeline rescue backup for every dog we rehome. Our work is made possible through fundraising donations and the dedication of our committee volunteers and supporters Does Ssr have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ssr. 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 Ssr? Ssr's website is http://www.staffiesmilesrescues.com — 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=SC045602).