--- title: "Cruse Scotland — check charity number SC031600 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cruse Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC031600. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cruse-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-19T19:49:39.858Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cruse Scotland is a registered charity (number SC031600) 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; the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £888,013 (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 Cruse Scotland? Registered charity number SC031600 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £888,013 Website [www.crusescotland.org.uk](http://www.crusescotland.org.uk/) ## What does Cruse Scotland do? The relief of any persons who are in conditions of poverty or sickness arising directly from bereavement and the prevention of any sickness which may arise from bereavement. ## What causes is Cruse Scotland registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cruse Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cruse Scotland 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=cruse-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.crusescotland.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cruse Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Cruse Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC031600) 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 Cruse Scotland's charity number? Cruse Scotland's charity number is SC031600. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC031600? Search SC031600 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 Cruse Scotland do? The relief of any persons who are in conditions of poverty or sickness arising directly from bereavement and the prevention of any sickness which may arise from bereavement. Does Cruse Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cruse Scotland. 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 Cruse Scotland? Cruse Scotland's website is http://www.crusescotland.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=SC031600).