--- title: "The Ridley Foundation — check charity number SC052697 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Ridley Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052697. the advancement of education 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-ridley-foundation-2 retrieved: 2026-08-27T22:52:14.604Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Ridley Foundation is a registered charity (number SC052697) 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 £317,772 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Ridley Foundation? Registered charity number SC052697 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation, E&W) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £317,772 Website [ridleyeyefoundation.org](https://ridleyeyefoundation.org/) ## What does The Ridley Foundation do? The objects of the CIO are (a) The advancement of education for the public benefit and the promotion of medical research in ophthalmology, and the dissemination of the results of that research by the support or provision of such facilities, as the trustees shall from time to time determine. (b) The relief in need of such persons who are studying at, or who are or have been employed, in any capacity in any teaching hospital engaged in ophthalmology in any part of the world or, their dependants. ## What causes is The Ridley Foundation 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 Ridley Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Ridley 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-ridley-foundation-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://ridleyeyefoundation.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Ridley Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Ridley Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052697) 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 Ridley Foundation's charity number? The Ridley Foundation's charity number is SC052697. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052697? Search SC052697 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 Ridley Foundation do? The objects of the CIO are (a) The advancement of education for the public benefit and the promotion of medical research in ophthalmology, and the dissemination of the results of that research by the support or provision of such facilities, as the trustees shall from time to time determine. (b) The relief in need of such persons who are studying at, or who are or have been employed, in any capacity in any teaching hospital engaged in ophthalmology in any part of the world or, their dependants. Does The Ridley Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Ridley 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 Ridley Foundation? The Ridley Foundation's website is https://ridleyeyefoundation.org/ — 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=SC052697).