--- title: "Connect — check charity number SC054904 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Connect a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054904. the advancement of education charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/connect-4 retrieved: 2026-08-19T13:52:03.860Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Connect is a registered charity (number SC054904) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Connect? Registered charity number SC054904 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Orkney Islands ## What does Connect do? The organisation’s purposes are: 4.1 To advance the education, personal development, and wellbeing of disadvantaged young people aged 15-21 years in Orkney. Enabling them to become confident, resilient and active members of their community through the provision of learning and support programmes. 4.2 To promote the needs and achievements of disadvantaged young people in Orkney in order to address prejudice and reduce inequalities. 4.3 To work in partnership with local and national third sector, public sector and private sector services to ensure the needs of disadvantaged young people… ## What causes is Connect registered for? the advancement of educationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Connect yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Connect 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=connect-4&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Connect a legitimate charity? Yes. Connect is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054904) 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 Connect's charity number? Connect's charity number is SC054904. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054904? Search SC054904 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 Connect do? The organisation’s purposes are: 4.1 To advance the education, personal development, and wellbeing of disadvantaged young people aged 15-21 years in Orkney. Enabling them to become confident, resilient and active members of their community through the provision of learning and support programmes. 4.2 To promote the needs and achievements of disadvantaged young people in Orkney in order to address prejudice and reduce inequalities. 4.3 To work in partnership with local and national third sector, public sector and private sector services to ensure the needs of disadvantaged young people… Does Connect have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Connect. 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 Connect? Connect 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=SC054904).