--- title: "GroceryAid — check charity number SC039255 | CharityCompare" description: "Is GroceryAid a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039255. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/groceryaid-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T17:47:40.921Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer GroceryAid is a registered charity (number SC039255) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £27,306,507 (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 GroceryAid? Registered charity number SC039255 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £27,306,507 Website [www.groceryaid.org.uk](http://www.groceryaid.org.uk/) ## What does GroceryAid do? The objects of the Company are:- (a) The relief of necessitous persons, who are or have been engaged in the grocery or provision trade, greengrocers and the off-licence trade, in any capacity, and for the relief of necessitous widows, widowers and their dependent children. (b) To undertake any other charitable purpose. ## What causes is GroceryAid registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for GroceryAid yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. GroceryAid 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=groceryaid-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.groceryaid.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is GroceryAid a legitimate charity? Yes. GroceryAid is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039255) 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 GroceryAid's charity number? GroceryAid's charity number is SC039255. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039255? Search SC039255 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 GroceryAid do? The objects of the Company are:- (a) The relief of necessitous persons, who are or have been engaged in the grocery or provision trade, greengrocers and the off-licence trade, in any capacity, and for the relief of necessitous widows, widowers and their dependent children. (b) To undertake any other charitable purpose. Does GroceryAid have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for GroceryAid. 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 GroceryAid? GroceryAid's website is http://www.groceryaid.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=SC039255).