--- title: "Child Poverty Action Group — check charity number SC039339 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Child Poverty Action Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039339. 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/child-poverty-action-group-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:23:16.039Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Child Poverty Action Group is a registered charity (number SC039339) 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. Its latest reported income was £5,638,560 (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 Child Poverty Action Group? Registered charity number SC039339 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £5,638,560 Website [www.cpag.org.uk](http://www.cpag.org.uk/) ## What does Child Poverty Action Group do? The objects of the Charity are to prevent poverty among children and families with children and to promote action for the relief directly or indirectly of such poverty. ## What causes is Child Poverty Action Group registered for? the prevention or relief of poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Child Poverty Action Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Child Poverty Action Group 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=child-poverty-action-group-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cpag.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Child Poverty Action Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Child Poverty Action Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039339) 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 Child Poverty Action Group's charity number? Child Poverty Action Group's charity number is SC039339. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039339? Search SC039339 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 Child Poverty Action Group do? The objects of the Charity are to prevent poverty among children and families with children and to promote action for the relief directly or indirectly of such poverty. Does Child Poverty Action Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Child Poverty Action Group. 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 Child Poverty Action Group? Child Poverty Action Group's website is http://www.cpag.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=SC039339).