--- title: "African Lakes Philanthropy LTD — check charity number SC036814 | CharityCompare" description: "Is African Lakes Philanthropy LTD a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC036814. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/african-lakes-philanthropy-ltd retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:08:29.668Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer African Lakes Philanthropy LTD is a registered charity (number SC036814) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £9,331 (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 African Lakes Philanthropy LTD? Registered charity number SC036814 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £9,331 ## What does African Lakes Philanthropy LTD do? To relieve poverty and to promote both commonwealth and sustainable development in Africa, principally (but not exclusively) through community-based organisations. ## What causes is African Lakes Philanthropy LTD registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for African Lakes Philanthropy LTD yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. African Lakes Philanthropy LTD 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=african-lakes-philanthropy-ltd&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is African Lakes Philanthropy LTD a legitimate charity? Yes. African Lakes Philanthropy LTD is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC036814) 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 African Lakes Philanthropy LTD's charity number? African Lakes Philanthropy LTD's charity number is SC036814. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC036814? Search SC036814 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 African Lakes Philanthropy LTD do? To relieve poverty and to promote both commonwealth and sustainable development in Africa, principally (but not exclusively) through community-based organisations. Does African Lakes Philanthropy LTD have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for African Lakes Philanthropy LTD. 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 African Lakes Philanthropy LTD? African Lakes Philanthropy LTD 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=SC036814).