--- title: "Advocacy Orkney — check charity number SC033298 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Advocacy Orkney a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC033298. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/advocacy-orkney retrieved: 2026-08-18T09:17:40.836Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Advocacy Orkney is a registered charity (number SC033298) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education. Its latest reported income was £83,330 (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 Advocacy Orkney? Registered charity number SC033298 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £83,330 Website [www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/advocacyorkney](http://www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/advocacyorkney) ## What does Advocacy Orkney do? Advocacy Orkney work to make sure their clients are able to participate fully in whatever system or situation they find themselves in and that their voices are being heard as part of that process. Empowering people in this way gives them a feeling of engagement and inclusion. Our independent advocates work alongside their clients as equal partners which gives them confidence to know that someone is there to help them speak up for themselves. ## What causes is Advocacy Orkney registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Advocacy Orkney yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Advocacy Orkney 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=advocacy-orkney&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/advocacyorkney) ## Frequently asked questions Is Advocacy Orkney a legitimate charity? Yes. Advocacy Orkney is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC033298) 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 Advocacy Orkney's charity number? Advocacy Orkney's charity number is SC033298. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC033298? Search SC033298 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 Advocacy Orkney do? Advocacy Orkney work to make sure their clients are able to participate fully in whatever system or situation they find themselves in and that their voices are being heard as part of that process. Empowering people in this way gives them a feeling of engagement and inclusion. Our independent advocates work alongside their clients as equal partners which gives them confidence to know that someone is there to help them speak up for themselves. Does Advocacy Orkney have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Advocacy Orkney. 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 Advocacy Orkney? Advocacy Orkney's website is http://www.orkneycommunities.co.uk/advocacyorkney — 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=SC033298).