Is Firsthand Lothian a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Firsthand Lothian as a registered charity (number SC020655) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Firsthand Lothian's charity number?

Firsthand Lothian's charity number is SC020655. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC020655?

Search SC020655 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.

Does Firsthand Lothian have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Firsthand Lothian. 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 Firsthand Lothian?

Firsthand Lothian's website listed in our register data is http://www.firsthand-lothian.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Firsthand Lothian registered as a charity?

Firsthand Lothian was entered on the register on 29 October 1992.

Registered charity · No. SC020655Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Firsthand Lothian

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Firsthand Lothian is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.

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What are the key facts about Firsthand Lothian?

Reported income · year ending 2026-03-31: £199,128
Reported spending · year ending 2026-03-31: £166,816
Registered charity number: SC020655
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
Register contact address detail (not service area): City of Edinburgh
Website: www.firsthand-lothian.org.uk

Quick answer

Firsthand Lothian (number SC020655) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Firsthand Lothian do?

Firsthand Lothian exists to support children, young people with disabilities and families, parents and carers to help improve their health and wellbeing, confidence and resilience. We work with families in their own community providing 1:1 support, guidance, information and opportunities for parent/carers to connect. Our services are short term and will benefit disadvantaged children and families, families with children with additional support needs, isolated mums and mental health & wellbeing. our services include. 1:1 support for children up to 16 years of age who will be able to achieve…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Firsthand Lothian

Answers Firsthand Lothian gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 March 2026, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 29 October 1992
Where it says it operates: City of Edinburgh

What causes is Firsthand Lothian 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 Firsthand Lothian yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Firsthand Lothian. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Firsthand Lothian?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Firsthand Lothian a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Firsthand Lothian as a registered charity (number SC020655) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Firsthand Lothian's charity number?: Firsthand Lothian's charity number is SC020655. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC020655?: Search SC020655 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 Firsthand Lothian do?: Firsthand Lothian exists to support children, young people with disabilities and families, parents and carers to help improve their health and wellbeing, confidence and resilience. We work with families in their own community providing 1:1 support, guidance, information and opportunities for parent/carers to connect. Our services are short term and will benefit disadvantaged children and families, families with children with additional support needs, isolated mums and mental health & wellbeing. our services include. 1:1 support for children up to 16 years of age who will be able to achieve…
Does Firsthand Lothian have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Firsthand Lothian. 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 Firsthand Lothian?: Firsthand Lothian's website listed in our register data is http://www.firsthand-lothian.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Firsthand Lothian registered as a charity?: Firsthand Lothian was entered on the register on 29 October 1992.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.