--- title: "Animal Support & Rescue SCIO — check charity number SC044540 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Animal Support & Rescue SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044540. the advancement of education charity based in Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/animal-support-rescue-scio retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:05:58.169Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Animal Support & Rescue SCIO is a registered charity (number SC044540) 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 citizenship or community development; 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 Animal Support & Rescue SCIO? Registered charity number SC044540 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Renfrewshire Website [www.animalsupportandrescue.co.uk](http://www.animalsupportandrescue.co.uk/) ## What does Animal Support & Rescue SCIO do? 4.1 To alleviate the suffering and distress of animals, in particular horses, in need of care and protection through the provision of shelter, temporary or permanent care to animals with a view to rehabilitation and where possible re-homing. 4.2 To advance the education of the public in the proper care and attention of animals through advice and training. 4.3 To relieve sickness, suffering and distress to those in need, in particular but not exclusively amongst those who are suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder through providing equine or other animal assisted therapy. 4.4 To adva… ## What causes is Animal Support & Rescue SCIO registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Animal Support & Rescue SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Animal Support & Rescue SCIO 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=animal-support-rescue-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.animalsupportandrescue.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Animal Support & Rescue SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Animal Support & Rescue SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044540) 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 Animal Support & Rescue SCIO's charity number? Animal Support & Rescue SCIO's charity number is SC044540. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044540? Search SC044540 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 Animal Support & Rescue SCIO do? 4.1 To alleviate the suffering and distress of animals, in particular horses, in need of care and protection through the provision of shelter, temporary or permanent care to animals with a view to rehabilitation and where possible re-homing. 4.2 To advance the education of the public in the proper care and attention of animals through advice and training. 4.3 To relieve sickness, suffering and distress to those in need, in particular but not exclusively amongst those who are suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder through providing equine or other animal assisted therapy. 4.4 To adva… Does Animal Support & Rescue SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Animal Support & Rescue SCIO. 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 Animal Support & Rescue SCIO? Animal Support & Rescue SCIO's website is http://www.animalsupportandrescue.co.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=SC044540).