Is Meningitis Research Foundation a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Meningitis Research Foundation as a registered charity (number SC037586) 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 Meningitis Research Foundation's charity number?

Meningitis Research Foundation's charity number is SC037586. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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Does Meningitis Research Foundation have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Meningitis Research Foundation?

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When was Meningitis Research Foundation registered as a charity?

Meningitis Research Foundation was entered on the register on 8 November 2006.

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Meningitis Research Foundation

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Meningitis Research Foundation is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of health, the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.

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What are the key facts about Meningitis Research Foundation?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31: £2,637,478
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31: £3,018,845
Registered charity number: SC037586
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Outwith Scotland
Website: www.meningitis.org

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Meningitis Research Foundation (number SC037586) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Meningitis Research Foundation do?

To promote research into causes and treatment of all forms of meningitis and associated infections. To promote the dissemination of the knowledge gained by such research. To advance the education of the public in the causes treatment and prevention of meningitis and associated infections. To help relieve distress to individuals and families caused by death and damage through meningitis and associated infections.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Meningitis Research Foundation

Answers Meningitis Research Foundation gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 March 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 8 November 2006
Where it says it operates: Outwith Scotland

What causes is Meningitis Research Foundation registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Meningitis Research Foundation yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Meningitis Research Foundation a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Meningitis Research Foundation as a registered charity (number SC037586) 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 Meningitis Research Foundation's charity number?: Meningitis Research Foundation's charity number is SC037586. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC037586?: Search SC037586 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 Meningitis Research Foundation do?: To promote research into causes and treatment of all forms of meningitis and associated infections. To promote the dissemination of the knowledge gained by such research. To advance the education of the public in the causes treatment and prevention of meningitis and associated infections. To help relieve distress to individuals and families caused by death and damage through meningitis and associated infections.
Does Meningitis Research Foundation have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Meningitis Research 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 Meningitis Research Foundation?: Meningitis Research Foundation's website listed in our register data is http://www.meningitis.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.
When was Meningitis Research Foundation registered as a charity?: Meningitis Research Foundation was entered on the register on 8 November 2006.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.