--- title: "An Open Hand — check charity number SC054530 | CharityCompare" description: "Is An Open Hand a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054530. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage 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/an-open-hand retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:04:14.935Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer An Open Hand is a registered charity (number SC054530) 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. 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 An Open Hand? Registered charity number SC054530 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Website [www.anopenhand.org.uk](http://www.anopenhand.org.uk/) ## What does An Open Hand do? 4 The organisation’s purposes are: The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, with a particular focus on families in Edinburgh and the immediate surrounds who are in severe financial hardship.' ## What causes is An Open Hand 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 An Open Hand yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. An Open Hand 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=an-open-hand&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.anopenhand.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is An Open Hand a legitimate charity? Yes. An Open Hand is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054530) 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 An Open Hand's charity number? An Open Hand's charity number is SC054530. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054530? Search SC054530 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 An Open Hand do? 4 The organisation’s purposes are: The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, with a particular focus on families in Edinburgh and the immediate surrounds who are in severe financial hardship.' Does An Open Hand have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for An Open Hand. 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 An Open Hand? An Open Hand's website is http://www.anopenhand.org.uk — 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=SC054530).