--- title: "Cap — check charity number SC038776 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cap a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038776. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/cap-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T06:36:39.910Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cap is a registered charity (number SC038776) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £14,996,485 (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 Cap? Registered charity number SC038776 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £14,996,485 Website [www.capuk.org](http://www.capuk.org/) ## What does Cap do? (a) the relief of poverty for persons in the United Kingdom and elsewhere who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress by reason of their social andlor economic circumstances by providing and promoting the provision of advice and other services as the directors of the Charity (herein called 'the trustees') may from time to time think fit (b) the advancement of education of the public in all matters relating to the management of their personal finances in the United Kingdom and the world as the trustees may from time to time think fit (c) the advancement of the Christian faith and doctr… ## What causes is Cap registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cap yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cap 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=cap-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.capuk.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cap a legitimate charity? Yes. Cap is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038776) 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 Cap's charity number? Cap's charity number is SC038776. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038776? Search SC038776 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 Cap do? (a) the relief of poverty for persons in the United Kingdom and elsewhere who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress by reason of their social andlor economic circumstances by providing and promoting the provision of advice and other services as the directors of the Charity (herein called 'the trustees') may from time to time think fit (b) the advancement of education of the public in all matters relating to the management of their personal finances in the United Kingdom and the world as the trustees may from time to time think fit (c) the advancement of the Christian faith and doctr… Does Cap have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cap. 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 Cap? Cap's website is http://www.capuk.org — 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=SC038776).