--- title: "Combat Stress — check charity number SC038828 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Combat Stress a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038828. the advancement of health 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/combat-stress-sc retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:34:57.634Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Combat Stress is a registered charity (number SC038828) 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; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £14,100,000 (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 Combat Stress? Registered charity number SC038828 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £14,100,000 Website [www.combatstress.org.uk](http://www.combatstress.org.uk/) ## What does Combat Stress do? The Charity’s charitable purposes are, for the benefit of the public: 1.1.1 The relief of need and advancement of health of persons in the Armed Forces Network who have or have had mental health issues, up to and including people with multiple and severe needs that require the support of an interdisciplinary team of mental health specialists, or in relation to their mental health generally, including (without limitation) by: (a) educating the public, including by carrying out or participating in research exploring the needs of treatment-seeking veterans, publishing the useful results throug… ## What causes is Combat Stress registered for? the 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 Combat Stress yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Combat Stress 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=combat-stress-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.combatstress.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Combat Stress a legitimate charity? Yes. Combat Stress is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038828) 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 Combat Stress's charity number? Combat Stress's charity number is SC038828. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038828? Search SC038828 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 Combat Stress do? The Charity’s charitable purposes are, for the benefit of the public: 1.1.1 The relief of need and advancement of health of persons in the Armed Forces Network who have or have had mental health issues, up to and including people with multiple and severe needs that require the support of an interdisciplinary team of mental health specialists, or in relation to their mental health generally, including (without limitation) by: (a) educating the public, including by carrying out or participating in research exploring the needs of treatment-seeking veterans, publishing the useful results throug… Does Combat Stress have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Combat Stress. 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 Combat Stress? Combat Stress's website is http://www.combatstress.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=SC038828).