--- title: "The Union — check charity number SC039880 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039880. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-union retrieved: 2026-08-28T11:55:35.062Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Union is a registered charity (number SC039880) 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 advancement of health; the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £820,838 (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 Union? Registered charity number SC039880 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £820,838 Website [www.theunion.org](http://www.theunion.org/) ## What does The Union do? We work to prevent and control tuberculosis, lung disease and NCDs as well as other related health problems on a worldwide basis, with a particular emphasis on low income countries. We do this by working on joint projects with our parent charity in France, in particular by organising world health conferences, publications and fundraising. ## What causes is The Union registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Union 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-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theunion.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Union a legitimate charity? Yes. The Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039880) 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 Union's charity number? The Union's charity number is SC039880. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039880? Search SC039880 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 Union do? We work to prevent and control tuberculosis, lung disease and NCDs as well as other related health problems on a worldwide basis, with a particular emphasis on low income countries. We do this by working on joint projects with our parent charity in France, in particular by organising world health conferences, publications and fundraising. Does The Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Union. 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 Union? The Union's website is http://www.theunion.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=SC039880).