--- title: "Volunteer Glasgow — check charity number SC005462 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Volunteer Glasgow a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC005462. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/volunteer-glasgow retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:55:37.764Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Volunteer Glasgow is a registered charity (number SC005462) 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 citizenship or community development; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £432,812 (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 Volunteer Glasgow? Registered charity number SC005462 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £432,812 Website [www.volunteerglasgow.org](http://www.volunteerglasgow.org/) ## What does Volunteer Glasgow do? The charity addresses two issues currently: First, we make it easier for people living in Glasgow City local authority area to volunteer and have positive, inclusive volunteering experiences that give them proven health and employability benefits in the hundreds of public and third sector organisations that need their help – our Volunteer Centre (Inclusion & Development Services) and our SQA Approved Centre services. Secondly, we provide community-based Befriending and Mentoring Services for children and young people facing significant difficulties in their lives, often referred by Social Wor… ## What causes is Volunteer Glasgow registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Volunteer Glasgow yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Volunteer Glasgow 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=volunteer-glasgow&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.volunteerglasgow.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Volunteer Glasgow a legitimate charity? Yes. Volunteer Glasgow is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC005462) 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 Volunteer Glasgow's charity number? Volunteer Glasgow's charity number is SC005462. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC005462? Search SC005462 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 Volunteer Glasgow do? The charity addresses two issues currently: First, we make it easier for people living in Glasgow City local authority area to volunteer and have positive, inclusive volunteering experiences that give them proven health and employability benefits in the hundreds of public and third sector organisations that need their help – our Volunteer Centre (Inclusion & Development Services) and our SQA Approved Centre services. Secondly, we provide community-based Befriending and Mentoring Services for children and young people facing significant difficulties in their lives, often referred by Social Wor… Does Volunteer Glasgow have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Volunteer Glasgow. 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 Volunteer Glasgow? Volunteer Glasgow's website is http://www.volunteerglasgow.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=SC005462).