--- title: "Action For Children — check charity number SC038092 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Action For Children a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038092. 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/action-for-children-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:20:23.611Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Action For Children is a registered charity (number SC038092) 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 health; 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 £163,445,000 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Action For Children? Registered charity number SC038092 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £163,445,000 Website [www.actionforchildren.org.uk](http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/) ## What does Action For Children do? The Charity works for the public benefit having as its objects the promotion of the upbringing and care of children and young people in need from all backgrounds, cultures and faiths or none in particular ## What causes is Action For Children registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe 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 Action For Children yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Action For Children 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=action-for-children-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Action For Children a legitimate charity? Yes. Action For Children is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038092) 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 Action For Children's charity number? Action For Children's charity number is SC038092. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038092? Search SC038092 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 Action For Children do? The Charity works for the public benefit having as its objects the promotion of the upbringing and care of children and young people in need from all backgrounds, cultures and faiths or none in particular Does Action For Children have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Action For Children. 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 Action For Children? Action For Children's website is http://www.actionforchildren.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=SC038092).