--- title: "Yams — check charity number SC048442 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Yams a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048442. the advancement of health charity based in North Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/yams retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:05:00.685Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Yams is a registered charity (number SC048442) 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 health; the saving of lives; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £81,400 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Yams? Registered charity number SC048442 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £81,400 Website [www.yams.org.uk](http://www.yams.org.uk/) ## What does Yams do? We address mental health concerns that affect people at different stages, for example raising awareness of mental health and wellbeing, counselling support, drop-in support and activities, 1:1 sessions and group work delivery. Providing early access to support to assist with empowering people to address their problems at an early stage which will have a positive impact on reducing the burden on statutory services such as GP’s, social work services, CAMHS and secondary mental health services. ## What causes is Yams registered for? the advancement of healththe saving of livesthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Yams yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Yams 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=yams&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.yams.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Yams a legitimate charity? Yes. Yams is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048442) 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 Yams's charity number? Yams's charity number is SC048442. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048442? Search SC048442 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 Yams do? We address mental health concerns that affect people at different stages, for example raising awareness of mental health and wellbeing, counselling support, drop-in support and activities, 1:1 sessions and group work delivery. Providing early access to support to assist with empowering people to address their problems at an early stage which will have a positive impact on reducing the burden on statutory services such as GP’s, social work services, CAMHS and secondary mental health services. Does Yams have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Yams. 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 Yams? Yams's website is http://www.yams.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=SC048442).