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Registered charity · No. SC042429SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)Glasgow City

STV Appeal

STV Appeal is a registered charity in Scotland working in the saving of lives, the advancement of citizenship or community development, the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, based in Glasgow City.

Quick answer

STV Appeal is a registered charity (number SC042429) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the saving of lives; the advancement of citizenship or community development; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £2,433,118 (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 STV Appeal?

Registered charity number
SC042429
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Location
Glasgow City
Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)
£2,433,118

What does STV Appeal do?

The STV Appeal helps children, young people and families affected by poverty across Scotland. The STV Appeal organises fundraising events, create partnerships and use STV’s broadcast and digital platforms (“STV”) to raise money and shine a light on the issues impacting families in Scotland. Then we distribute these funds to inspiring charities who work directly with those in need.

What causes is STV Appeal registered for?

the saving of livesthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage

Why is there no Clarity Score for STV Appeal yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. STV Appeal 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is STV Appeal a legitimate charity?
Yes. STV Appeal is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042429) 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 STV Appeal's charity number?
STV Appeal's charity number is SC042429. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC042429?
Search SC042429 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 STV Appeal do?
The STV Appeal helps children, young people and families affected by poverty across Scotland. The STV Appeal organises fundraising events, create partnerships and use STV’s broadcast and digital platforms (“STV”) to raise money and shine a light on the issues impacting families in Scotland. Then we distribute these funds to inspiring charities who work directly with those in need.
Does STV Appeal have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for STV Appeal. 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 STV Appeal?
STV Appeal's website is http://www.stv.tv/appeal — 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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.