--- title: "Clapa — check charity number SC041034 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Clapa a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041034. the advancement of education charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/clapa-sc retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:57:15.032Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Clapa is a registered charity (number SC041034) 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 education; the advancement of health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £1,773,616 (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 Clapa? Registered charity number SC041034 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,773,616 Website [www.clapa.com](http://www.clapa.com/) ## What does Clapa do? 3 The Charity's objects ('the Objects') are: 3.1 the relief of and support for all those with cleft lip, cleft palate or both or associated cranio-facial birth anomalies. 3.2 the promotion of research into the causes of and the relief treatment or care of those with cleft lip, cleft palate or associated cranio-facial birth anomalies and conditions or any of them and to publish the useful results of such research ## What causes is Clapa registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Clapa yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Clapa 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=clapa-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.clapa.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Clapa a legitimate charity? Yes. Clapa is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041034) 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 Clapa's charity number? Clapa's charity number is SC041034. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC041034? Search SC041034 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 Clapa do? 3 The Charity's objects ('the Objects') are: 3.1 the relief of and support for all those with cleft lip, cleft palate or both or associated cranio-facial birth anomalies. 3.2 the promotion of research into the causes of and the relief treatment or care of those with cleft lip, cleft palate or associated cranio-facial birth anomalies and conditions or any of them and to publish the useful results of such research Does Clapa have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Clapa. 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 Clapa? Clapa's website is http://www.clapa.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=SC041034).