--- title: "Bdfa — check charity number SC047408 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bdfa a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047408. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bdfa retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:06:11.928Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bdfa is a registered charity (number SC047408) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £438,139 (year ending 2024-08-31). 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 Bdfa? Registered charity number SC047408 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-08-31) £438,139 Website [www.bdfa-uk.org.uk](http://www.bdfa-uk.org.uk/) ## What does Bdfa do? Objects The Association is established to: a) Preserve and protect the health and promote the welfare of persons affected by all types of Neuronal Ceriod Lipofuscinosis (NL) commonly known as Batten disease. b) To advance the education of the medical profession and the general public on the subject of Batten disease and its implications for the family. c) To promote research into the management of Batten disease and to publish the useful results thereof and to support organisations promoting research into Batten disease. ## What causes is Bdfa registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bdfa yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bdfa 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=bdfa&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bdfa-uk.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bdfa a legitimate charity? Yes. Bdfa is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047408) 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 Bdfa's charity number? Bdfa's charity number is SC047408. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047408? Search SC047408 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 Bdfa do? Objects The Association is established to: a) Preserve and protect the health and promote the welfare of persons affected by all types of Neuronal Ceriod Lipofuscinosis (NL) commonly known as Batten disease. b) To advance the education of the medical profession and the general public on the subject of Batten disease and its implications for the family. c) To promote research into the management of Batten disease and to publish the useful results thereof and to support organisations promoting research into Batten disease. Does Bdfa have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bdfa. 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 Bdfa? Bdfa's website is http://www.bdfa-uk.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=SC047408).