--- title: "Baby Bank Scotland — check charity number SC047393 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Baby Bank Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047393. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in South Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/baby-bank-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T02:45:35.872Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Baby Bank Scotland is a registered charity (number SC047393) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £45,980 (year ending 2026-03-01). 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 Baby Bank Scotland? Registered charity number SC047393 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location South Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2026-03-01) £45,980 ## What does Baby Bank Scotland do? Baby Bank Scotland supports families living in poverty or experiencing financial difficulty. We provide baby and child essentials that families would otherwise struggle to afford, offering dignified and practical support. Our support includes clothing, bedding, cots, prams, car seats, baby equipment, nappies, wipes, and baby care products. We also provide toiletries for the entire family, helping to maintain health, wellbeing, and dignity through access to everyday essentials such as soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and period products. Families can access our service… ## What causes is Baby Bank Scotland registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Baby Bank Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Baby Bank 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=baby-bank-scotland&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Baby Bank Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Baby Bank Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047393) 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 Baby Bank Scotland's charity number? Baby Bank Scotland's charity number is SC047393. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047393? Search SC047393 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 Baby Bank Scotland do? Baby Bank Scotland supports families living in poverty or experiencing financial difficulty. We provide baby and child essentials that families would otherwise struggle to afford, offering dignified and practical support. Our support includes clothing, bedding, cots, prams, car seats, baby equipment, nappies, wipes, and baby care products. We also provide toiletries for the entire family, helping to maintain health, wellbeing, and dignity through access to everyday essentials such as soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and period products. Families can access our service… Does Baby Bank Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Baby Bank 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 Baby Bank Scotland? Baby Bank Scotland 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=SC047393).