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title: "Mencap — check charity number SC041079 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Mencap a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041079. the advancement of health 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/mencap-sc
retrieved: 2026-08-18T14:33:55.958Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Mencap is a registered charity (number SC041079) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health; the promotion of equality and diversity. Its latest reported income was £244,357,000 (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 Mencap?

Registered charity number

SC041079

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Location

Outwith Scotland

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£244,357,000

Website

[www.mencap.org.uk](http://www.mencap.org.uk/)

## What does Mencap do?

‘The charity's objects ('Objects') are specifically restricted to advancing the health, education and the well-being of people with a learning disability and their families and carers (the beneficiaries) by providing, procuring or facilitating care, services and facilities and to advance equality and diversity for people with a learning disability.’

## What causes is Mencap registered for?

the advancement of healththe promotion of equality and diversity

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mencap yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mencap 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Mencap a legitimate charity?

Yes. Mencap is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041079) 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 Mencap's charity number?

Mencap's charity number is SC041079. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC041079?

Search SC041079 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 Mencap do?

‘The charity's objects ('Objects') are specifically restricted to advancing the health, education and the well-being of people with a learning disability and their families and carers (the beneficiaries) by providing, procuring or facilitating care, services and facilities and to advance equality and diversity for people with a learning disability.’

Does Mencap have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mencap. 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 Mencap?

Mencap's website is http://www.mencap.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=SC041079).