--- title: "Autism Family Support — check charity number SC045218 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Autism Family Support a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045218. the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/autism-family-support retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:16:35.469Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Autism Family Support is a registered charity (number SC045218) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the promotion of equality and diversity; 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 Autism Family Support? Registered charity number SC045218 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location West Lothian Website [www.autismfamilysupport.org.uk](http://www.autismfamilysupport.org.uk/) ## What does Autism Family Support do? To provide relief to those persons in need having the lifelong disability of Autism Spectrum Disorders, prior to, during and subsequent to clinical diagnosis and to support their families/carers by stimulating public awareness and understanding of Autism, promoting community involvement and support for persons with Autism and their families, familiarising and advising the community of the special skills, services and understanding necessary for the care and best practise in supporting persons with Autism so as to enable such persons to develop to their full potential. To promote equality and… ## What causes is Autism Family Support registered for? the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe promotion of equality and diversitythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Autism Family Support yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Autism Family Support 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=autism-family-support&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.autismfamilysupport.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Autism Family Support a legitimate charity? Yes. Autism Family Support is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045218) 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 Autism Family Support's charity number? Autism Family Support's charity number is SC045218. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045218? Search SC045218 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 Autism Family Support do? To provide relief to those persons in need having the lifelong disability of Autism Spectrum Disorders, prior to, during and subsequent to clinical diagnosis and to support their families/carers by stimulating public awareness and understanding of Autism, promoting community involvement and support for persons with Autism and their families, familiarising and advising the community of the special skills, services and understanding necessary for the care and best practise in supporting persons with Autism so as to enable such persons to develop to their full potential. To promote equality and… Does Autism Family Support have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Autism Family Support. 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 Autism Family Support? Autism Family Support's website is http://www.autismfamilysupport.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=SC045218).