--- title: "The Connection Point — check charity number SC055175 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Connection Point a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055175. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on Cha" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-connection-point retrieved: 2026-08-25T01:45:33.846Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Connection Point is a registered charity (number SC055175) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Connection Point? Registered charity number SC055175 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway ## What does The Connection Point do? 4 The organisation's Objects are: a)To support, develop and deliver a range of support services to meet the social, emotional wellbeing, mental and physical health, and educational needs of children, young people and their families living in the DG8 postcode area and neighbouring areas. inclusive of all children and young people of different abilities, racial backgrounds, neurodiversity, gender, sexuality, political, religious or other opinions. b)To collaborate and work in partnership with community groups, public and private sector organisations and individuals to achieve Object a. ## What causes is The Connection Point registered for? the 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 Connection Point yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Connection Point 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-connection-point&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Connection Point a legitimate charity? Yes. The Connection Point is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055175) 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 Connection Point's charity number? The Connection Point's charity number is SC055175. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055175? Search SC055175 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 Connection Point do? 4 The organisation's Objects are: a)To support, develop and deliver a range of support services to meet the social, emotional wellbeing, mental and physical health, and educational needs of children, young people and their families living in the DG8 postcode area and neighbouring areas. inclusive of all children and young people of different abilities, racial backgrounds, neurodiversity, gender, sexuality, political, religious or other opinions. b)To collaborate and work in partnership with community groups, public and private sector organisations and individuals to achieve Object a. Does The Connection Point have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Connection Point. 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 Connection Point? The Connection Point 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=SC055175).