--- title: "The Edward Foundation — check charity number SC044288 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Edward Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044288. the advancement of animal welfare charity based in Dundee City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-edward-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-25T09:54:43.726Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Edward Foundation is a registered charity (number SC044288) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £197,384 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Edward Foundation? Registered charity number SC044288 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dundee City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £197,384 Website [www.theedwardfoundation.co.uk](http://www.theedwardfoundation.co.uk/) ## What does The Edward Foundation do? The aim of The Edward Foundation is primarily to help pure bred bulldogs that are at risk or in need of rehoming by their current owners. On occasion we will help other [brachycephalic] breeds that are in dire need should we have the resources to do so. We will also help bulldogs that have been brought into this country by other Charities and need expert care and rehoming when asked to do so ## What causes is The Edward Foundation registered for? the advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Edward Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Edward 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-edward-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theedwardfoundation.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Edward Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Edward Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044288) 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 Edward Foundation's charity number? The Edward Foundation's charity number is SC044288. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044288? Search SC044288 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 Edward Foundation do? The aim of The Edward Foundation is primarily to help pure bred bulldogs that are at risk or in need of rehoming by their current owners. On occasion we will help other [brachycephalic] breeds that are in dire need should we have the resources to do so. We will also help bulldogs that have been brought into this country by other Charities and need expert care and rehoming when asked to do so Does The Edward Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Edward 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 Edward Foundation? The Edward Foundation's website is http://www.theedwardfoundation.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=SC044288).