--- title: "Strokeness — check charity number SC046265 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Strokeness a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046265. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/strokeness retrieved: 2026-08-26T04:16:53.785Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Strokeness is a registered charity (number SC046265) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: 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 Strokeness? Registered charity number SC046265 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Website [strokeness.org.uk](http://strokeness.org.uk/) ## What does Strokeness do? The organisation's purposes are to support and enhance the lives of individuals who have had a stroke by Supporting the carers of stroke survivors. Offering the opportunity for stroke survivors and their carers to socialise with others in similar circumstances Offering the opportunity to take part in activities that aid recovery Representing stroke survivors and their carers on a variety of committees Raising funds to maintain the functions of the group ## What causes is Strokeness registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Strokeness yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Strokeness 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=strokeness&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://strokeness.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Strokeness a legitimate charity? Yes. Strokeness is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046265) 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 Strokeness's charity number? Strokeness's charity number is SC046265. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046265? Search SC046265 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 Strokeness do? The organisation's purposes are to support and enhance the lives of individuals who have had a stroke by Supporting the carers of stroke survivors. Offering the opportunity for stroke survivors and their carers to socialise with others in similar circumstances Offering the opportunity to take part in activities that aid recovery Representing stroke survivors and their carers on a variety of committees Raising funds to maintain the functions of the group Does Strokeness have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Strokeness. 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 Strokeness? Strokeness's website is http://strokeness.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=SC046265).