--- title: "The Aird Foundation — check charity number SC040072 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Aird Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040072. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-aird-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:37:28.188Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Aird Foundation is a registered charity (number SC040072) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of health; the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £55,995 (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 Aird Foundation? Registered charity number SC040072 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £55,995 ## What does The Aird Foundation do? The charity is set up to provide financial support to people in need of help and social care. It also supports animal welfare, community development and global Emergency Disaster Funds. ## What causes is The Aird Foundation registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of healththe saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Aird Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Aird Foundation 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-aird-foundation&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Aird Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Aird Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040072) 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 Aird Foundation's charity number? The Aird Foundation's charity number is SC040072. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040072? Search SC040072 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 Aird Foundation do? The charity is set up to provide financial support to people in need of help and social care. It also supports animal welfare, community development and global Emergency Disaster Funds. Does The Aird Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Aird Foundation. 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 Aird Foundation? The Aird Foundation does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC040072).