--- title: "Caudwell Children — check charity number SC043874 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Caudwell Children a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043874. 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/caudwell-children-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:43:55.540Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Caudwell Children is a registered charity (number SC043874) 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 £7,388,436 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Caudwell Children? Registered charity number SC043874 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £7,388,436 Website [www.caudwellchildren.com](http://www.caudwellchildren.com/) ## What does Caudwell Children do? The Charity's objects ('the Objects') are to promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of sick and disabled children and their families across the United Kingdom. These purposes include, but are not restricted to, the relief of poverty and sickness, the advancement of education and the promotion of equality and independence. To do all other such lawful things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objects. ## What causes is Caudwell Children registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Caudwell Children yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Caudwell Children 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=caudwell-children-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.caudwellchildren.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Caudwell Children a legitimate charity? Yes. Caudwell Children is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043874) 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 Caudwell Children's charity number? Caudwell Children's charity number is SC043874. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043874? Search SC043874 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 Caudwell Children do? The Charity's objects ('the Objects') are to promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of sick and disabled children and their families across the United Kingdom. These purposes include, but are not restricted to, the relief of poverty and sickness, the advancement of education and the promotion of equality and independence. To do all other such lawful things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objects. Does Caudwell Children have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Caudwell Children. 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 Caudwell Children? Caudwell Children's website is http://www.caudwellchildren.com — 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=SC043874).