--- title: "Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds — check charity number SC024540 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC024540. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in West Dunbartonshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/alternatives-west-dunbartonshire-cds retrieved: 2026-08-18T17:48:15.522Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds is a registered charity (number SC024540) 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 health. Its latest reported income was £1,140,763 (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 Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds? Registered charity number SC024540 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location West Dunbartonshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,140,763 Website [www.alternativeswd.org](http://www.alternativeswd.org/) ## What does Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds do? The overarching purposes and objects of the Organisation are to promote the benefits of the inhabitants of West Dunbartonshire who are experiencing difficulties with drug use or concerned about the effects of drug use in their area, without distinction of political, religeous or other opinions, by associating the UK and Scottish Governments, the Local Authority, Voluntary Organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and increase awareness of problems associated with drug use with the object of improving the conditions of life of the said inhabitants. ## What causes is Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds 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=alternatives-west-dunbartonshire-cds&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.alternativeswd.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds a legitimate charity? Yes. Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC024540) 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 Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds's charity number? Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds's charity number is SC024540. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC024540? Search SC024540 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 Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds do? The overarching purposes and objects of the Organisation are to promote the benefits of the inhabitants of West Dunbartonshire who are experiencing difficulties with drug use or concerned about the effects of drug use in their area, without distinction of political, religeous or other opinions, by associating the UK and Scottish Governments, the Local Authority, Voluntary Organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and increase awareness of problems associated with drug use with the object of improving the conditions of life of the said inhabitants. Does Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds. 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 Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds? Alternatives West Dunbartonshire Cds's website is http://www.alternativeswd.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=SC024540).