--- title: "Wing and a Prayer — check charity number SC045052 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Wing and a Prayer a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045052. the advancement of education charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/wing-and-a-prayer retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:08:27.197Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Wing and a Prayer is a registered charity (number SC045052) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £10,777 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Wing and a Prayer? Registered charity number SC045052 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £10,777 Website [www.wingandaprayerhenrescue.scot](http://www.wingandaprayerhenrescue.scot/) ## What does Wing and a Prayer do? Rescue ex-commercial hens and other birds ## What causes is Wing and a Prayer registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Wing and a Prayer yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Wing and a Prayer 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=wing-and-a-prayer&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.wingandaprayerhenrescue.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Wing and a Prayer a legitimate charity? Yes. Wing and a Prayer is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045052) 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 Wing and a Prayer's charity number? Wing and a Prayer's charity number is SC045052. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045052? Search SC045052 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 Wing and a Prayer do? Rescue ex-commercial hens and other birds Does Wing and a Prayer have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wing and a Prayer. 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 Wing and a Prayer? Wing and a Prayer's website is http://www.wingandaprayerhenrescue.scot — 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=SC045052).