--- title: "AlFonj Scouts — check charity number SC055294 | CharityCompare" description: "Is AlFonj Scouts a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055294. the advancement of education 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/alfonj-scouts retrieved: 2026-08-18T15:14:50.872Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer AlFonj Scouts is a registered charity (number SC055294) 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 citizenship or community development. 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 AlFonj Scouts? Registered charity number SC055294 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh ## What does AlFonj Scouts do? The organisation's purposes are: (a) To actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. (b) To promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, as responsible citizens, and as members of their local, national and international communities. (c) To provide safe and inclusive Scouting activities, programmes and opportunities in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules (POR) of The Scout Association, including Scottish… ## What causes is AlFonj Scouts registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for AlFonj Scouts yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. AlFonj Scouts 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=alfonj-scouts&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is AlFonj Scouts a legitimate charity? Yes. AlFonj Scouts is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055294) 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 AlFonj Scouts's charity number? AlFonj Scouts's charity number is SC055294. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055294? Search SC055294 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 AlFonj Scouts do? The organisation's purposes are: (a) To actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. (b) To promote the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, as responsible citizens, and as members of their local, national and international communities. (c) To provide safe and inclusive Scouting activities, programmes and opportunities in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules (POR) of The Scout Association, including Scottish… Does AlFonj Scouts have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for AlFonj Scouts. 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 AlFonj Scouts? AlFonj Scouts 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=SC055294).