--- title: "The DBR Foundation — check charity number SC055408 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The DBR Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055408. 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-dbr-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-25T05:54:15.342Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The DBR Foundation is a registered charity (number SC055408) 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 health; 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 DBR Foundation? Registered charity number SC055408 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City ## What does The DBR Foundation do? (a) The improvement of health by furthering the advancement of the theory and practice of Deep Brain Reorienting ('DBR'). (b) The relief of emotional and psychological distress wherever it may arise by the provision of appropriate DBR training and therapy. (c) The relief of poverty and distress wherever it may arise by the provision of humanitarian aid, by supporting other like-minded charities whether with finance, training or other reasonable support. ## What causes is The DBR Foundation registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of healththe 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 DBR Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The DBR 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-dbr-foundation&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The DBR Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The DBR Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055408) 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 DBR Foundation's charity number? The DBR Foundation's charity number is SC055408. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055408? Search SC055408 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 DBR Foundation do? (a) The improvement of health by furthering the advancement of the theory and practice of Deep Brain Reorienting ('DBR'). (b) The relief of emotional and psychological distress wherever it may arise by the provision of appropriate DBR training and therapy. (c) The relief of poverty and distress wherever it may arise by the provision of humanitarian aid, by supporting other like-minded charities whether with finance, training or other reasonable support. Does The DBR Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The DBR 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 DBR Foundation? The DBR Foundation 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=SC055408).