--- title: "The Lifeboat Fund — check charity number SC041904 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Lifeboat Fund a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041904. the saving of lives charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-lifeboat-fund retrieved: 2026-08-26T18:56:43.686Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Lifeboat Fund is a registered charity (number SC041904) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £39,581 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Lifeboat Fund? Registered charity number SC041904 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £39,581 Website [www.thelifeboatfund.org.uk](http://www.thelifeboatfund.org.uk/) ## What does The Lifeboat Fund do? The objects of the Fund shall be the preservation and protection of life at sea by raising money to further the work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) by providing from time to time the cost, in whole or in part, of replacement of Communications and Public Service Lifeboat Fund Lifeboats and/or of additional Lifeboats at other stations. and in any other related manner that may be agreed between The Lifeboat Fund and the RNLI ## What causes is The Lifeboat Fund registered for? the saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Lifeboat Fund yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Lifeboat Fund 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-lifeboat-fund&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thelifeboatfund.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Lifeboat Fund a legitimate charity? Yes. The Lifeboat Fund is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041904) 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 Lifeboat Fund's charity number? The Lifeboat Fund's charity number is SC041904. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC041904? Search SC041904 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 Lifeboat Fund do? The objects of the Fund shall be the preservation and protection of life at sea by raising money to further the work of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) by providing from time to time the cost, in whole or in part, of replacement of Communications and Public Service Lifeboat Fund Lifeboats and/or of additional Lifeboats at other stations. and in any other related manner that may be agreed between The Lifeboat Fund and the RNLI Does The Lifeboat Fund have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Lifeboat Fund. 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 Lifeboat Fund? The Lifeboat Fund's website is http://www.thelifeboatfund.org.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=SC041904).