--- title: "The Ark — check charity number SC035832 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Ark a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC035832. the advancement of education charity based in South Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-ark retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:48:26.837Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Ark is a registered charity (number SC035832) 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 health; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £102,561 (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 The Ark? Registered charity number SC035832 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location South Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £102,561 Website [www.ayrark.co.uk](http://www.ayrark.co.uk/) ## What does The Ark do? The aim of The Ayr Ark is to Engage, Equip and Empower young people with everything that they need to meet the many challenges they face whether at school or in their home life. We do this through one to one mentoring at schools and by offering a safe space within our premises for young people to come along and take part in weekly events organised throughout the academic year with special trips and daily activities being held during the holidays. ## What causes is The Ark registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Ark yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Ark 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-ark&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ayrark.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Ark a legitimate charity? Yes. The Ark is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC035832) 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 Ark's charity number? The Ark's charity number is SC035832. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC035832? Search SC035832 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 Ark do? The aim of The Ayr Ark is to Engage, Equip and Empower young people with everything that they need to meet the many challenges they face whether at school or in their home life. We do this through one to one mentoring at schools and by offering a safe space within our premises for young people to come along and take part in weekly events organised throughout the academic year with special trips and daily activities being held during the holidays. Does The Ark have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Ark. 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 Ark? The Ark's website is http://www.ayrark.co.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=SC035832).