--- title: "The Friends of Sanderson — check charity number SC047822 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Friends of Sanderson a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047822. the advancement of education charity based in South Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-friends-of-sanderson retrieved: 2026-08-25T19:46:50.140Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Friends of Sanderson is a registered charity (number SC047822) 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 education; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £2,900 (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 Friends of Sanderson? Registered charity number SC047822 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location South Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,900 ## What does The Friends of Sanderson do? To generate funds for residential experiences and other relevant projects that will advance education, health and well-being of pupils, former pupils, family members and carers of pupils of Sanderson High School. To provide support and friendship for parents of young people with additional support needs. ## What causes is The Friends of Sanderson registered for? the advancement of educationthe 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 Friends of Sanderson yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Friends of Sanderson 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-friends-of-sanderson&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Friends of Sanderson a legitimate charity? Yes. The Friends of Sanderson is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047822) 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 Friends of Sanderson's charity number? The Friends of Sanderson's charity number is SC047822. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047822? Search SC047822 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 Friends of Sanderson do? To generate funds for residential experiences and other relevant projects that will advance education, health and well-being of pupils, former pupils, family members and carers of pupils of Sanderson High School. To provide support and friendship for parents of young people with additional support needs. Does The Friends of Sanderson have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Friends of Sanderson. 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 Friends of Sanderson? The Friends of Sanderson 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=SC047822).