--- title: "The Lighthouse Support Centre — check charity number SC050042 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Lighthouse Support Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050042. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-lighthouse-support-centre retrieved: 2026-08-26T18:55:38.262Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Lighthouse Support Centre is a registered charity (number SC050042) 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 religion; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £112,818 (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 Lighthouse Support Centre? Registered charity number SC050042 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £112,818 ## What does The Lighthouse Support Centre do? The advancement of community development (including the advancement of urban regeneration) within the Operating Area. the advancement of the Christian faith within the Operating Area. the provision of recreational facilities within the Operating Area. the relief of poverty within the Operating Area. and the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage within the Operating Area. ## What causes is The Lighthouse Support Centre registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religionthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Lighthouse Support Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Lighthouse Support Centre 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-lighthouse-support-centre&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Lighthouse Support Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. The Lighthouse Support Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050042) 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 Lighthouse Support Centre's charity number? The Lighthouse Support Centre's charity number is SC050042. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050042? Search SC050042 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 Lighthouse Support Centre do? The advancement of community development (including the advancement of urban regeneration) within the Operating Area. the advancement of the Christian faith within the Operating Area. the provision of recreational facilities within the Operating Area. the relief of poverty within the Operating Area. and the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage within the Operating Area. Does The Lighthouse Support Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Lighthouse Support Centre. 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 Lighthouse Support Centre? The Lighthouse Support Centre 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=SC050042).