--- title: "Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) — check charity number SC048332 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048332. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/breast-friends-and-family-scio retrieved: 2026-08-19T03:10:29.740Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC048332) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £79,549 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Breast Friends and Family (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC048332 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £79,549 Website [www.breastfriendsandfamily.co.uk](http://www.breastfriendsandfamily.co.uk/) ## What does Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) do? The charity supports breast cancer patients through diagnosis, treatment and recovery. By providing products to help ease the side effects of treatment, complimentary therapies through and after treatment, classes to help recovery, a d a safe private space for support groups for both patients and for those supporting a loved one through breast cancer. ## What causes is Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) 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=breast-friends-and-family-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.breastfriendsandfamily.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048332) 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 Breast Friends and Family (SCIO)'s charity number? Breast Friends and Family (SCIO)'s charity number is SC048332. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048332? Search SC048332 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 Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) do? The charity supports breast cancer patients through diagnosis, treatment and recovery. By providing products to help ease the side effects of treatment, complimentary therapies through and after treatment, classes to help recovery, a d a safe private space for support groups for both patients and for those supporting a loved one through breast cancer. Does Breast Friends and Family (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Breast Friends and Family (SCIO). 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 Breast Friends and Family (SCIO)? Breast Friends and Family (SCIO)'s website is http://www.breastfriendsandfamily.co.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=SC048332).