--- title: "YMCA Tayside — check charity number SC023796 | CharityCompare" description: "Is YMCA Tayside a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC023796. the advancement of religion charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ymca-tayside retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:12:01.843Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer YMCA Tayside is a registered charity (number SC023796) 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 religion; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £1,041,263 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 YMCA Tayside? Registered charity number SC023796 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £1,041,263 Website [www.ymcatayside.com](http://www.ymcatayside.com/) ## What does YMCA Tayside do? Our vision is to support young people to build a positive future through their engagement of opportunities that develop the Mind, Body and Spirit which is achieved through various youth work programmes. ## What causes is YMCA Tayside registered for? the advancement of religionthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for YMCA Tayside yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. YMCA Tayside 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-tayside&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ymcatayside.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is YMCA Tayside a legitimate charity? Yes. YMCA Tayside is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC023796) 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 Tayside's charity number? YMCA Tayside's charity number is SC023796. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC023796? Search SC023796 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 Tayside do? Our vision is to support young people to build a positive future through their engagement of opportunities that develop the Mind, Body and Spirit which is achieved through various youth work programmes. Does YMCA Tayside have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for YMCA Tayside. 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 Tayside? YMCA Tayside's website is http://www.ymcatayside.com — 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=SC023796).