--- title: "Voluntary Action Lochaber — check charity number SC020740 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Voluntary Action Lochaber a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC020740. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/voluntary-action-lochaber retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:10:05.872Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Voluntary Action Lochaber is a registered charity (number SC020740) 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 education; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £254,025 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Voluntary Action Lochaber? Registered charity number SC020740 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £254,025 Website [www.valochaber.org](http://www.valochaber.org/) ## What does Voluntary Action Lochaber do? Voluntary Action Lochaber maintain a Third Sector Hub in Fort William, offering affordable office space and networking opportunities for community based organisations along with providing a wide range of Volunteering and Third Sector Support Services. Voluntary Action Lochaber also represent the Third Sector by engaging with other partners, action groups, planning and stakeholder groups. ## What causes is Voluntary Action Lochaber registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Voluntary Action Lochaber yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Voluntary Action Lochaber 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=voluntary-action-lochaber&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.valochaber.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Voluntary Action Lochaber a legitimate charity? Yes. Voluntary Action Lochaber is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC020740) 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 Voluntary Action Lochaber's charity number? Voluntary Action Lochaber's charity number is SC020740. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC020740? Search SC020740 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 Voluntary Action Lochaber do? Voluntary Action Lochaber maintain a Third Sector Hub in Fort William, offering affordable office space and networking opportunities for community based organisations along with providing a wide range of Volunteering and Third Sector Support Services. Voluntary Action Lochaber also represent the Third Sector by engaging with other partners, action groups, planning and stakeholder groups. Does Voluntary Action Lochaber have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Voluntary Action Lochaber. 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 Voluntary Action Lochaber? Voluntary Action Lochaber's website is http://www.valochaber.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=SC020740).