--- title: "Alive & Kicking — check charity number SC048582 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alive & Kicking a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048582. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage 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/alive-kicking retrieved: 2026-08-18T15:14:09.925Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alive & Kicking is a registered charity (number SC048582) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £131,561 (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 Alive & Kicking? Registered charity number SC048582 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £131,561 Website [www.aliveandkickingproject.com](http://www.aliveandkickingproject.com/) ## What does Alive & Kicking do? To help older ones overcome the effects of social isolation and loneliness. ## What causes is Alive & Kicking registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alive & Kicking yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alive & Kicking 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=alive-kicking&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.aliveandkickingproject.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alive & Kicking a legitimate charity? Yes. Alive & Kicking is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048582) 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 Alive & Kicking's charity number? Alive & Kicking's charity number is SC048582. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048582? Search SC048582 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 Alive & Kicking do? To help older ones overcome the effects of social isolation and loneliness. Does Alive & Kicking have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alive & Kicking. 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 Alive & Kicking? Alive & Kicking's website is http://www.aliveandkickingproject.com — 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=SC048582).