--- title: "AbilityNet — check charity number SC039866 | CharityCompare" description: "Is AbilityNet a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039866. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/abilitynet-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:19:04.113Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer AbilityNet is a registered charity (number SC039866) 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 promotion of equality and diversity; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £4,332,582 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 AbilityNet? Registered charity number SC039866 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £4,332,582 Website [www.abilitynet.org.uk](http://www.abilitynet.org.uk/) ## What does AbilityNet do? The Charity's objects ('the Objects') are: (i) To promote the relief of persons with physical sensory or mental disabilities, to develop their physical and mental capabilities in particular, but not exclusively by the use of computers. (ii) To advance the education of the public in the use of computers in particular for people with disabilities. (iii) To promote and undertake research and to disseminate the useful results in to the use of computers and associated equipment in particular but not exclusively for disabled persons. (iv) To encourage and promote the use of computers to enhance the… ## What causes is AbilityNet registered for? the advancement of educationthe promotion of equality and diversitythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for AbilityNet yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. AbilityNet 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=abilitynet-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.abilitynet.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is AbilityNet a legitimate charity? Yes. AbilityNet is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039866) 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 AbilityNet's charity number? AbilityNet's charity number is SC039866. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039866? Search SC039866 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 AbilityNet do? The Charity's objects ('the Objects') are: (i) To promote the relief of persons with physical sensory or mental disabilities, to develop their physical and mental capabilities in particular, but not exclusively by the use of computers. (ii) To advance the education of the public in the use of computers in particular for people with disabilities. (iii) To promote and undertake research and to disseminate the useful results in to the use of computers and associated equipment in particular but not exclusively for disabled persons. (iv) To encourage and promote the use of computers to enhance the… Does AbilityNet have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for AbilityNet. 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 AbilityNet? AbilityNet's website is http://www.abilitynet.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=SC039866).