--- title: "West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) — check charity number SC048112 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048112. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-lothian-foodbank-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:20:11.504Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC048112) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £737,768 (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 West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC048112 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £737,768 Website [www.westlothian.foodbank.org.uk](http://www.westlothian.foodbank.org.uk/) ## What does West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) do? West Lothian Foodbank is a local organisation which works with people across the county, supporting anyone who doesn’t have enough money to afford the essentials. We provide emergency food to those who are hungry or at risk of hunger. We make time for a cup of tea, treating people with dignity and connecting them to the wider support they need to address the underlying causes of their crisis. We work alongside our partners, bringing services to where people need them in their community. We are part of the Trussell Trust network. Together we share a vision for a UK where no one needs a food pa… ## What causes is West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) 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=west-lothian-foodbank-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.westlothian.foodbank.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048112) 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 West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO)'s charity number? West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO)'s charity number is SC048112. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048112? Search SC048112 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 West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) do? West Lothian Foodbank is a local organisation which works with people across the county, supporting anyone who doesn’t have enough money to afford the essentials. We provide emergency food to those who are hungry or at risk of hunger. We make time for a cup of tea, treating people with dignity and connecting them to the wider support they need to address the underlying causes of their crisis. We work alongside our partners, bringing services to where people need them in their community. We are part of the Trussell Trust network. Together we share a vision for a UK where no one needs a food pa… Does West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO). 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 West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO)? West Lothian Foodbank (SCIO)'s website is http://www.westlothian.foodbank.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=SC048112).