--- title: "Alzheimer Scotland — check charity number SC022315 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alzheimer Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC022315. 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/alzheimer-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T17:48:49.201Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alzheimer Scotland is a registered charity (number SC022315) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £18,027,425 (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 Alzheimer Scotland? Registered charity number SC022315 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £18,027,425 Website [www.alzscot.org](http://www.alzscot.org/) ## What does Alzheimer Scotland do? Established for charitable objects only, refs to ‘dementia’ includes ‘the risk of developing dementia 'within the appropriate context, unless stated otherwise. To promote the welfare & rights of, to provide care, support & information to, and to identify the needs (& establish objectives and policies for meeting those needs) of people with dementia and those who care for them. To assist, advise & work with other organisations and individuals in their work in relation to dementia& to promote collaboration between them. Provide, promote or assist in the provision of, training, education, resear… ## What causes is Alzheimer Scotland registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alzheimer Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alzheimer 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=alzheimer-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.alzscot.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alzheimer Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Alzheimer Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC022315) 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 Alzheimer Scotland's charity number? Alzheimer Scotland's charity number is SC022315. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC022315? Search SC022315 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 Alzheimer Scotland do? Established for charitable objects only, refs to ‘dementia’ includes ‘the risk of developing dementia 'within the appropriate context, unless stated otherwise. To promote the welfare & rights of, to provide care, support & information to, and to identify the needs (& establish objectives and policies for meeting those needs) of people with dementia and those who care for them. To assist, advise & work with other organisations and individuals in their work in relation to dementia& to promote collaboration between them. Provide, promote or assist in the provision of, training, education, resear… Does Alzheimer Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alzheimer 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 Alzheimer Scotland? Alzheimer Scotland's website is http://www.alzscot.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=SC022315).