--- title: "Coldstream Patient Participation Group — check charity number SC000308 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Coldstream Patient Participation Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC000308. the advancement of health charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/coldstream-patient-participation-group retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:01:38.601Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Coldstream Patient Participation Group is a registered charity (number SC000308) 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 health. Its latest reported income was £375 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Coldstream Patient Participation Group? Registered charity number SC000308 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £375 ## What does Coldstream Patient Participation Group do? The charity is set up to advocate on behalf of people who use the service. They act as a point of contact between the health centre and the local community, as well as liaising with the local health board in relation to concerns or issues. They purchase equipment for staff and service users that is not available on the NHS to improve the service provided. ## What causes is Coldstream Patient Participation Group registered for? the advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Coldstream Patient Participation Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Coldstream Patient Participation 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=coldstream-patient-participation-group&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Coldstream Patient Participation Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Coldstream Patient Participation Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC000308) 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 Coldstream Patient Participation Group's charity number? Coldstream Patient Participation Group's charity number is SC000308. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC000308? Search SC000308 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 Coldstream Patient Participation Group do? The charity is set up to advocate on behalf of people who use the service. They act as a point of contact between the health centre and the local community, as well as liaising with the local health board in relation to concerns or issues. They purchase equipment for staff and service users that is not available on the NHS to improve the service provided. Does Coldstream Patient Participation Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Coldstream Patient Participation 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 Coldstream Patient Participation Group? Coldstream Patient Participation Group does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC000308).