--- title: "Life — check charity number SC041329 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Life a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041329. 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/life-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T09:14:56.441Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Life is a registered charity (number SC041329) 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 £3,640,758 (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 Life? Registered charity number SC041329 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,640,758 Website [www.lifecharity.org.uk](http://www.lifecharity.org.uk/) ## What does Life do? The Objects of the Charity are to promote for the benefit of the public: 1.1.1 The relief of poverty, sickness and distress of pregnant women and of unsupported mothers with one or more infant children and in particular (without in any way limiting the generality of the foregoing) by providing accommodation including Social Housing. 1.1.2 The protection and preservation of good health and relief of sickness in particular, but without limitation, that of women, children and poor persons, including the treatment of pregnant women. 1.1.3 The advancement of education of the public in all matte… ## What causes is Life registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Life yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Life 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=life-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lifecharity.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Life a legitimate charity? Yes. Life is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041329) 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 Life's charity number? Life's charity number is SC041329. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC041329? Search SC041329 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 Life do? The Objects of the Charity are to promote for the benefit of the public: 1.1.1 The relief of poverty, sickness and distress of pregnant women and of unsupported mothers with one or more infant children and in particular (without in any way limiting the generality of the foregoing) by providing accommodation including Social Housing. 1.1.2 The protection and preservation of good health and relief of sickness in particular, but without limitation, that of women, children and poor persons, including the treatment of pregnant women. 1.1.3 The advancement of education of the public in all matte… Does Life have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Life. 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 Life? Life's website is http://www.lifecharity.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=SC041329).