--- title: "The Anchor Foundation — check charity number SC039258 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Anchor Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039258. the advancement of religion charity based in Clackmannanshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-anchor-foundation-2 retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:55:49.486Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Anchor Foundation is a registered charity (number SC039258) 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 religion; 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 £221,584 (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 Anchor Foundation? Registered charity number SC039258 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Clackmannanshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £221,584 Website [www.theanchorfoundation.org.uk](http://www.theanchorfoundation.org.uk/) ## What does The Anchor Foundation do? (a) The Company's objects are for such exclusively charitable purpose or purposes as the Trustees in their absolute discretion shall from time to time decide. (b) Throughout this memorandum of association 'charitable' means charitable in accordance with the law of England and Wales provided that it will not include any purpose which is not charitable in accordance with Section 7 of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005. For the avoidance of doubt, the system of law governing the constitution of the charity is the law of England and Wales. ## What causes is The Anchor Foundation registered for? the advancement of religionthe 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 The Anchor Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Anchor 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-anchor-foundation-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theanchorfoundation.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Anchor Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Anchor Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039258) 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 Anchor Foundation's charity number? The Anchor Foundation's charity number is SC039258. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039258? Search SC039258 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 Anchor Foundation do? (a) The Company's objects are for such exclusively charitable purpose or purposes as the Trustees in their absolute discretion shall from time to time decide. (b) Throughout this memorandum of association 'charitable' means charitable in accordance with the law of England and Wales provided that it will not include any purpose which is not charitable in accordance with Section 7 of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005. For the avoidance of doubt, the system of law governing the constitution of the charity is the law of England and Wales. Does The Anchor Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Anchor 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 Anchor Foundation? The Anchor Foundation's website is http://www.theanchorfoundation.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=SC039258).