--- title: "Vsa — check charity number SC012950 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Vsa a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC012950. 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/vsa retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:49:22.511Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Vsa is a registered charity (number SC012950) 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 health. Its latest reported income was £21,748,000 (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 Vsa? Registered charity number SC012950 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £21,748,000 Website [www.vsa.org.uk](http://www.vsa.org.uk/) ## What does Vsa do? Delivery of services in mental health and wellbeing, child and family support, adult and later years support, learning disability, carer support and self-directed support. ## What causes is Vsa registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Vsa yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Vsa 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=vsa&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.vsa.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Vsa a legitimate charity? Yes. Vsa is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC012950) 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 Vsa's charity number? Vsa's charity number is SC012950. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC012950? Search SC012950 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 Vsa do? Delivery of services in mental health and wellbeing, child and family support, adult and later years support, learning disability, carer support and self-directed support. Does Vsa have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Vsa. 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 Vsa? Vsa's website is http://www.vsa.org.uk — 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=SC012950).