--- title: "Can Do — check charity number SC049885 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Can Do a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049885. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/can-do retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:01:50.951Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Can Do is a registered charity (number SC049885) 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 citizenship or community development; 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. Its latest reported income was £315,397 (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 Can Do? Registered charity number SC049885 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £315,397 Website [www.can-do.scot](http://www.can-do.scot/) ## What does Can Do do? Can Do strives to ensure disabled young people do not experience social isolation as a result of their disability. We do this by running school holiday playscheme provisions and term time youth clubs to offer regular social interaction within a safe and supported environment. Providing skilled, experienced staff and volunteers we ensure young people can access services independently from their parent/carers. The services we offer deliver regular planned respite to carers with challenging caring roles. ## What causes is Can Do registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe 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 diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Can Do yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Can Do 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=can-do&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.can-do.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Can Do a legitimate charity? Yes. Can Do is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049885) 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 Can Do's charity number? Can Do's charity number is SC049885. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049885? Search SC049885 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 Can Do do? Can Do strives to ensure disabled young people do not experience social isolation as a result of their disability. We do this by running school holiday playscheme provisions and term time youth clubs to offer regular social interaction within a safe and supported environment. Providing skilled, experienced staff and volunteers we ensure young people can access services independently from their parent/carers. The services we offer deliver regular planned respite to carers with challenging caring roles. Does Can Do have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Can Do. 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 Can Do? Can Do's website is http://www.can-do.scot — 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=SC049885).