--- title: "Human Relief Foundation — check charity number SC038671 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Human Relief Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038671. 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/human-relief-foundation-sc retrieved: 2026-08-19T00:40:58.518Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Human Relief Foundation is a registered charity (number SC038671) 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 £8,818,332 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Human Relief Foundation? Registered charity number SC038671 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £8,818,332 Website [www.hrf.co.uk](http://www.hrf.co.uk/) ## What does Human Relief Foundation do? Thc Trustccs shall hold the capital and income of the Trust Fund upon trusl to apply the incomc and all or such part(s) of the capital for or towards such charitable purposcs and to make donations to such charitable institution(s) at such time(s) and in such manner as the Trustccs may in their absolute discretion think fit for the relief of povcrty and ol sickncss and the protcction and prcscrvation of good health and the advanccment of education of tllose in need or from inpoverished countries overseas (hereinafter called 'the said countries') and in particular (but without limitation) Somal… ## What causes is Human Relief Foundation registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Human Relief Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Human Relief Foundation 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=human-relief-foundation-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.hrf.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Human Relief Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Human Relief Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038671) 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 Human Relief Foundation's charity number? Human Relief Foundation's charity number is SC038671. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038671? Search SC038671 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 Human Relief Foundation do? Thc Trustccs shall hold the capital and income of the Trust Fund upon trusl to apply the incomc and all or such part(s) of the capital for or towards such charitable purposcs and to make donations to such charitable institution(s) at such time(s) and in such manner as the Trustccs may in their absolute discretion think fit for the relief of povcrty and ol sickncss and the protcction and prcscrvation of good health and the advanccment of education of tllose in need or from inpoverished countries overseas (hereinafter called 'the said countries') and in particular (but without limitation) Somal… Does Human Relief Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Human Relief Foundation. 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 Human Relief Foundation? Human Relief Foundation's website is http://www.hrf.co.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=SC038671).