--- title: "The Bridge — check charity number SC048045 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Bridge a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048045. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-bridge-4 retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:33:22.769Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Bridge is a registered charity (number SC048045) 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 education; the advancement of citizenship or community development. 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 Bridge? Registered charity number SC048045 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway ## What does The Bridge do? 4 The SCIO's purposes are: 4.1 To advance education. 4.2 To advance citizenship. 4.3 To relieve unemployment. through the provision of services (including those entrusted to it by Dumfries and Galloway Council), which contribute to advancing well-being (primarily the wellbeing of residents of Dumfries) including: (i) the development and delivery of opportunities for education that complement and extend the services provided by schools, colleges and other institutions. (ii) the development and delivery of activities which meet the needs of learners of all ages, including skills for work, skil… ## What causes is The Bridge registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Bridge yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Bridge 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-bridge-4&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Bridge a legitimate charity? Yes. The Bridge is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048045) 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 Bridge's charity number? The Bridge's charity number is SC048045. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048045? Search SC048045 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 Bridge do? 4 The SCIO's purposes are: 4.1 To advance education. 4.2 To advance citizenship. 4.3 To relieve unemployment. through the provision of services (including those entrusted to it by Dumfries and Galloway Council), which contribute to advancing well-being (primarily the wellbeing of residents of Dumfries) including: (i) the development and delivery of opportunities for education that complement and extend the services provided by schools, colleges and other institutions. (ii) the development and delivery of activities which meet the needs of learners of all ages, including skills for work, skil… Does The Bridge have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Bridge. 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 Bridge? The Bridge 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=SC048045).