Is Icarus a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Icarus as a registered charity (number SC049263) 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 Icarus's charity number?

Icarus's charity number is SC049263. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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Registered charity · No. SC049263SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)City of Edinburgh

Icarus

Icarus is a registered charity in Scotland working in the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, based in City of Edinburgh.

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Quick answer

Icarus is listed as a registered charity (number SC049263) in the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. 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 £101,715 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset.

What are the key facts about Icarus?

Registered charity number: SC049263
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact locality (not service coverage): City of Edinburgh
Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31): £101,715
Website: www.icaruscharity.org

What does Icarus do?

The charity was established to ensure that everyone who has served or is currently serving in the armed forces or any member of their family who is experiencing mental health problems is able to, quickly and easily, access and receive appropriate, effective treatment and support. We do this by providing mental health care and support specifically tailored to the unique needs of veterans and their families. We focus on promoting mental well-being and resilience and on fostering a sense of connection and support for those in need. We provide a range of conventional and complimentary psychothera…

What causes is Icarus 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 Icarus yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Icarus 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Icarus a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Icarus as a registered charity (number SC049263) 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 Icarus's charity number?: Icarus's charity number is SC049263. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC049263?: Search SC049263 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 Icarus do?: The charity was established to ensure that everyone who has served or is currently serving in the armed forces or any member of their family who is experiencing mental health problems is able to, quickly and easily, access and receive appropriate, effective treatment and support. We do this by providing mental health care and support specifically tailored to the unique needs of veterans and their families. We focus on promoting mental well-being and resilience and on fostering a sense of connection and support for those in need. We provide a range of conventional and complimentary psychothera…
Does Icarus have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Icarus. 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 Icarus?: Icarus's website listed in our register data is http://www.icaruscharity.org. 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.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-09-08, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.