--- title: "YMCA Scotland SCIO — check charity number SC050111 | CharityCompare" description: "Is YMCA Scotland SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050111. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ymca-scotland-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:13:41.415Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer YMCA Scotland SCIO is a registered charity (number SC050111) 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 religion; the advancement of citizenship or community development. 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 YMCA Scotland SCIO? Registered charity number SC050111 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh ## What does YMCA Scotland SCIO do? YMCA Scotland SCIO provides a national voice and identity for our federation of 28 locally autonomous YMCAs working across Scotland in over 100 communities. This structure enables every YMCA to respond to the needs of their local communities, putting local people at the heart of local decision making and governance, whilst also having a national voice and profile. Our Mission is to empower young people and communities to build a just, sustainable, equitable and inclusive Scotland, where every person can thrive in body, mind and spirit. Our Values: YMCA is an inclusive Christian youth organi… ## What causes is YMCA Scotland SCIO registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of religionthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for YMCA Scotland SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. YMCA Scotland 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=ymca-scotland-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is YMCA Scotland SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. YMCA Scotland SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050111) 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 YMCA Scotland SCIO's charity number? YMCA Scotland SCIO's charity number is SC050111. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050111? Search SC050111 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 YMCA Scotland SCIO do? YMCA Scotland SCIO provides a national voice and identity for our federation of 28 locally autonomous YMCAs working across Scotland in over 100 communities. This structure enables every YMCA to respond to the needs of their local communities, putting local people at the heart of local decision making and governance, whilst also having a national voice and profile. Our Mission is to empower young people and communities to build a just, sustainable, equitable and inclusive Scotland, where every person can thrive in body, mind and spirit. Our Values: YMCA is an inclusive Christian youth organi… Does YMCA Scotland SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for YMCA Scotland 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 YMCA Scotland SCIO? YMCA Scotland SCIO does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC050111).