--- title: "The Comforter — check charity number SC055123 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Comforter a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055123. the prevention or relief of poverty 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-comforter retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:51:06.477Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Comforter is a registered charity (number SC055123) 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 health. 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 Comforter? Registered charity number SC055123 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City ## What does The Comforter do? 1. The advancement of health – by providing accessible mental health support, recovery programmes, counselling, and trauma-informed services, including specific support for survivors of abuse and those affected by addiction. 2. The prevention or relief of poverty – by providing food, clothing, and other support to individuals and families in need, and by connecting them to community welfare resources. 3. The advancement of education – by delivering workshops, training, and guidance in areas including digital literacy, career development, CV writing, interview preparation, entrepreneurship,… ## What causes is The Comforter registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Comforter yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Comforter 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-comforter&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Comforter a legitimate charity? Yes. The Comforter is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055123) 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 Comforter's charity number? The Comforter's charity number is SC055123. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055123? Search SC055123 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 Comforter do? 1. The advancement of health – by providing accessible mental health support, recovery programmes, counselling, and trauma-informed services, including specific support for survivors of abuse and those affected by addiction. 2. The prevention or relief of poverty – by providing food, clothing, and other support to individuals and families in need, and by connecting them to community welfare resources. 3. The advancement of education – by delivering workshops, training, and guidance in areas including digital literacy, career development, CV writing, interview preparation, entrepreneurship,… Does The Comforter have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Comforter. 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 Comforter? The Comforter 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=SC055123).