--- title: "The Advocacy Project — check charity number SC020564 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Advocacy Project a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC020564. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-advocacy-project-2 retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:41:54.119Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Advocacy Project is a registered charity (number SC020564) 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 human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation; the promotion of equality and diversity. Its latest reported income was £1,142,084 (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 The Advocacy Project? Registered charity number SC020564 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,142,084 Website [www.theadvocacyproject.org.uk](http://www.theadvocacyproject.org.uk/) ## What does The Advocacy Project do? The Advocacy Project is a human rights based organisation that supports people to have their voices heard and be empowered to be involved in decisions that affect their lives. Our issue-based advocacy services are free and confidential and we are independent of social work, NHS and other agencies. ## What causes is The Advocacy Project registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliationthe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Advocacy Project yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Advocacy 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=the-advocacy-project-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theadvocacyproject.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Advocacy Project a legitimate charity? Yes. The Advocacy Project is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC020564) 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 The Advocacy Project's charity number? The Advocacy Project's charity number is SC020564. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC020564? Search SC020564 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 The Advocacy Project do? The Advocacy Project is a human rights based organisation that supports people to have their voices heard and be empowered to be involved in decisions that affect their lives. Our issue-based advocacy services are free and confidential and we are independent of social work, NHS and other agencies. Does The Advocacy Project have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Advocacy 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 The Advocacy Project? The Advocacy Project's website is http://www.theadvocacyproject.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=SC020564).