Reuse Scotland SCIO
Reuse Scotland SCIO is a registered charity in Scotland working in the prevention or relief of poverty, the advancement of education, the advancement of environmental protection or improvement, based in East Lothian.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- SC051234
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Location
- East Lothian
- Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
- £827,938
- Website
- www.reusescotland.org
What the charity does
Reuse Scotland SCIO works to reduce waste, support low-income households, and promote a circular economy by diverting reusable materials away from landfill and back into community use. Operating two large reuse shops alongside pop-up reuse events, the charity collects donated household items, furniture, books, textiles, tools, and specialist materials from individuals, businesses, local authorities, universities, and film/TV productions. These items are assessed, repaired where appropriate, and redistributed through low-cost retail, free-to-access community areas, and targeted donations. The…
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Why there's no Clarity Score yet
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Reuse Scotland SCIO a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Reuse Scotland SCIO is a registered charity (number SC051234) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
- What does Reuse Scotland SCIO do?
- Reuse Scotland SCIO works to reduce waste, support low-income households, and promote a circular economy by diverting reusable materials away from landfill and back into community use. Operating two large reuse shops alongside pop-up reuse events, the charity collects donated household items, furniture, books, textiles, tools, and specialist materials from individuals, businesses, local authorities, universities, and film/TV productions. These items are assessed, repaired where appropriate, and redistributed through low-cost retail, free-to-access community areas, and targeted donations. The…
- How can I donate to Reuse Scotland SCIO?
- Reuse Scotland SCIO's website is http://www.reusescotland.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 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.