--- title: "Alpha International — check charity number SC042906 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alpha International a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042906. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/alpha-international-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T17:47:44.008Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alpha International is a registered charity (number SC042906) 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 education; the advancement of religion. Its latest reported income was £21,179,536 (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 Alpha International? Registered charity number SC042906 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £21,179,536 Website [www.alpha.org](http://www.alpha.org/) ## What does Alpha International do? 3. The objects for which the Charity is established are: (a) The advancement and propagation of the Christian Gospel throughout the world (b) The promotion throughout the world of teaching on all aspects of the Christian life and faith in accordance with Biblical principles (c) The relief of persons anywhere in the world who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress as a result of local, national or international disaster or by reason of hunger, disease, sickness or their social and economic circumstances (d) The promotion and support of such other charitable purposes and institutions a… ## What causes is Alpha International registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alpha International yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alpha International 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=alpha-international-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.alpha.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alpha International a legitimate charity? Yes. Alpha International is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042906) 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 Alpha International's charity number? Alpha International's charity number is SC042906. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042906? Search SC042906 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 Alpha International do? 3. The objects for which the Charity is established are: (a) The advancement and propagation of the Christian Gospel throughout the world (b) The promotion throughout the world of teaching on all aspects of the Christian life and faith in accordance with Biblical principles (c) The relief of persons anywhere in the world who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress as a result of local, national or international disaster or by reason of hunger, disease, sickness or their social and economic circumstances (d) The promotion and support of such other charitable purposes and institutions a… Does Alpha International have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alpha International. 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 Alpha International? Alpha International's website is http://www.alpha.org — 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=SC042906).