--- title: "Age Concern Alva — check charity number SC001278 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Age Concern Alva a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC001278. the advancement of citizenship or community development 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/age-concern-alva retrieved: 2026-08-18T11:25:24.889Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Age Concern Alva is a registered charity (number SC001278) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £2,775 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Age Concern Alva? Registered charity number SC001278 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £2,775 ## What does Age Concern Alva do? The Charity is set up to help improve the quality of life of elderly people in and around Alva. It holds regular whist/dominoes nights, takes members on a summer bus trip, and provides a Christmas dinner with entertainment. ## What causes is Age Concern Alva registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Age Concern Alva yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Age Concern Alva 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=age-concern-alva&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Age Concern Alva a legitimate charity? Yes. Age Concern Alva is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC001278) 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 Age Concern Alva's charity number? Age Concern Alva's charity number is SC001278. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC001278? Search SC001278 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 Age Concern Alva do? The Charity is set up to help improve the quality of life of elderly people in and around Alva. It holds regular whist/dominoes nights, takes members on a summer bus trip, and provides a Christmas dinner with entertainment. Does Age Concern Alva have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Age Concern Alva. 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 Age Concern Alva? Age Concern Alva 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=SC001278).