--- title: "Bavs — check charity number SC016309 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bavs a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016309. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bavs retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:06:03.896Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bavs is a registered charity (number SC016309) 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 education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £258,096 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Bavs? Registered charity number SC016309 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £258,096 Website [www.bavs.org.uk](http://www.bavs.org.uk/) ## What does Bavs do? BAVS (Berwickshire) Ltd (formerly the Berwickshire Association for Voluntary Service) is set up to sell donated items through its four charity shops, using the profits to support grassroots community engagement. The shops are also a means of providing volunteering opportunities to the people of Berwickshire. It is also an organisation that can hold and distribute custodian funds. ## What causes is Bavs registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bavs yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bavs 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=bavs&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bavs.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bavs a legitimate charity? Yes. Bavs is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016309) 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 Bavs's charity number? Bavs's charity number is SC016309. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC016309? Search SC016309 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 Bavs do? BAVS (Berwickshire) Ltd (formerly the Berwickshire Association for Voluntary Service) is set up to sell donated items through its four charity shops, using the profits to support grassroots community engagement. The shops are also a means of providing volunteering opportunities to the people of Berwickshire. It is also an organisation that can hold and distribute custodian funds. Does Bavs have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bavs. 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 Bavs? Bavs's website is http://www.bavs.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=SC016309).