--- title: "Csc — check charity number SC048873 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Csc a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048873. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/csc retrieved: 2026-08-19T19:48:28.839Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Csc is a registered charity (number SC048873) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £62,315 (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 Csc? Registered charity number SC048873 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £62,315 Website [www.careandsharecompanionship.org](http://www.careandsharecompanionship.org/) ## What does Csc do? Care and Share Companionship (CSC) is a befriending charity that provides support and companionship for people over the age of 60 who are lonely and isolated and living in the Kirkcaldy area including Burntisland, Kinghorn and Dysart. We refer to our service users as our “Friends”. Our befriending support is provided by volunteers who are carefully matched to their Friends based on mutual interests and compatibility, and who build and maintain a relationship typically via home visits, telephone calls and an annual calendar of social events and activities. ## What causes is Csc registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Csc yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Csc 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=csc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.careandsharecompanionship.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Csc a legitimate charity? Yes. Csc is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048873) 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 Csc's charity number? Csc's charity number is SC048873. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048873? Search SC048873 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 Csc do? Care and Share Companionship (CSC) is a befriending charity that provides support and companionship for people over the age of 60 who are lonely and isolated and living in the Kirkcaldy area including Burntisland, Kinghorn and Dysart. We refer to our service users as our “Friends”. Our befriending support is provided by volunteers who are carefully matched to their Friends based on mutual interests and compatibility, and who build and maintain a relationship typically via home visits, telephone calls and an annual calendar of social events and activities. Does Csc have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Csc. 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 Csc? Csc's website is http://www.careandsharecompanionship.org — 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=SC048873).