--- title: "Alcohol Focus Scotland — check charity number SC009538 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alcohol Focus Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC009538. the advancement of health charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/alcohol-focus-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T15:15:25.120Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alcohol Focus Scotland is a registered charity (number SC009538) 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 health. Its latest reported income was £791,595 (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 Alcohol Focus Scotland? Registered charity number SC009538 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £791,595 Website [www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk](http://www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk/) ## What does Alcohol Focus Scotland do? Alcohol Focus Scotland (AFS) is Scotland's National Alcohol Charity established in 1973. We work with a wide range of partners to prevent and reduce the negative impact of alcohol on individuals, families, communities and across Scotland as a whole. AFS want to see fewer people have their health damaged or lives cut short due to alcohol, fewer children and families suffering as a result of other people's drinking, and communities free from alcohol-related crime and violence. ## What causes is Alcohol Focus Scotland registered for? the advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alcohol Focus Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alcohol Focus Scotland 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=alcohol-focus-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alcohol Focus Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Alcohol Focus Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC009538) 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 Alcohol Focus Scotland's charity number? Alcohol Focus Scotland's charity number is SC009538. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC009538? Search SC009538 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 Alcohol Focus Scotland do? Alcohol Focus Scotland (AFS) is Scotland's National Alcohol Charity established in 1973. We work with a wide range of partners to prevent and reduce the negative impact of alcohol on individuals, families, communities and across Scotland as a whole. AFS want to see fewer people have their health damaged or lives cut short due to alcohol, fewer children and families suffering as a result of other people's drinking, and communities free from alcohol-related crime and violence. Does Alcohol Focus Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alcohol Focus Scotland. 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 Alcohol Focus Scotland? Alcohol Focus Scotland's website is http://www.alcohol-focus-scotland.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=SC009538).