--- title: "The Good Seed — check charity number SC052844 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Good Seed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052844. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-good-seed retrieved: 2026-08-26T02:34:29.242Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Good Seed is a registered charity (number SC052844) 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. Its latest reported income was £41,789 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Good Seed? Registered charity number SC052844 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £41,789 ## What does The Good Seed do? The Good Seed raises funds to help people in need both locally and further afield through sale of donated goods in the charity shop and donations. ## What causes is The Good Seed 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 Good Seed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Good Seed 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-good-seed&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Good Seed a legitimate charity? Yes. The Good Seed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052844) 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 Good Seed's charity number? The Good Seed's charity number is SC052844. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052844? Search SC052844 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 Good Seed do? The Good Seed raises funds to help people in need both locally and further afield through sale of donated goods in the charity shop and donations. Does The Good Seed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Good Seed. 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 Good Seed? The Good Seed 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=SC052844).