--- title: "Mssc — check charity number SC037808 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mssc a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC037808. the advancement of education 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/mssc-sc retrieved: 2026-08-19T03:07:00.054Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mssc is a registered charity (number SC037808) 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 education; the advancement of citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £23,562,000 (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 Mssc? Registered charity number SC037808 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £23,562,000 Website [www.ms-sc.org](http://www.ms-sc.org/) ## What does Mssc do? 1. To promote the development of young people in achieving their physical, intellectual and social potential as individuals and as responsible citizens by the provision of education and leisure time activities using a nautical theme 2. To advance the education of Seafarers in such ways as the Council shall determine but including (at the discretion of the Council) the following: (a) the provision in ships and on shore of a comprehensive library service in any media for the use of Seafarers. (b) the assistance of persons preparing for or entering upon a maritime career by the provision of trai… ## What causes is Mssc registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mssc yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mssc 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=mssc-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ms-sc.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mssc a legitimate charity? Yes. Mssc is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC037808) 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 Mssc's charity number? Mssc's charity number is SC037808. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC037808? Search SC037808 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 Mssc do? 1. To promote the development of young people in achieving their physical, intellectual and social potential as individuals and as responsible citizens by the provision of education and leisure time activities using a nautical theme 2. To advance the education of Seafarers in such ways as the Council shall determine but including (at the discretion of the Council) the following: (a) the provision in ships and on shore of a comprehensive library service in any media for the use of Seafarers. (b) the assistance of persons preparing for or entering upon a maritime career by the provision of trai… Does Mssc have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mssc. 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 Mssc? Mssc's website is http://www.ms-sc.org — 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=SC037808).