--- title: "Ankei — check charity number SC053253 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ankei a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053253. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ankei retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:04:28.913Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ankei is a registered charity (number SC053253) 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 religion; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £17,475 (year ending 2026-04-30). 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 Ankei? Registered charity number SC053253 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2026-04-30) £17,475 ## What does Ankei do? 1-To provide assistance to widows and individuals in need by distributing monthly ration and essential household provisions. 2-To facilitate funeral and burial services for families who are unable to bear the associated expenses. 3-To offer temporary or emergency shelter to poor, homeless, or vulnerable persons. 4-To support access to essential medicines and healthcare for deserving individuals who cannot afford medical treatment ## What causes is Ankei registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religionthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ankei yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ankei 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=ankei&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ankei a legitimate charity? Yes. Ankei is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053253) 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 Ankei's charity number? Ankei's charity number is SC053253. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053253? Search SC053253 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 Ankei do? 1-To provide assistance to widows and individuals in need by distributing monthly ration and essential household provisions. 2-To facilitate funeral and burial services for families who are unable to bear the associated expenses. 3-To offer temporary or emergency shelter to poor, homeless, or vulnerable persons. 4-To support access to essential medicines and healthcare for deserving individuals who cannot afford medical treatment Does Ankei have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ankei. 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 Ankei? Ankei does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC053253).