Is Ronald McDonald House UK a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Ronald McDonald House UK as a registered charity (number SC040717) 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 Ronald McDonald House UK's charity number?

Ronald McDonald House UK's charity number is SC040717. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC040717?

Search SC040717 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.

Does Ronald McDonald House UK have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ronald McDonald House UK. 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 Ronald McDonald House UK?

Ronald McDonald House UK's website listed in our register data is http://www.rmhc.org.uk. 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 Ronald McDonald House UK registered as a charity?

Ronald McDonald House UK was entered on the register on 5 August 2009.

Registered charity · No. SC040717Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Ronald McDonald House UK

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

Ronald McDonald House UK is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include 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 Ronald McDonald House UK?

Reported income · year ending 2024-12-31: £15,922,000
Reported spending · year ending 2024-12-31: £16,352,000
Registered charity number: SC040717
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.rmhc.org.uk

Quick answer

Ronald McDonald House UK (number SC040717) 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 Ronald McDonald House UK do?

The objects for which the Company is established are: (i) to provide accommodation and other assistance for children being treated in hospital and their families during periods of treatment and in particular but without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing to make grants and give financial assistance to such companies, trusts, associations or societies as are established for charitable purposes

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Ronald McDonald House UK

Answers Ronald McDonald House UK gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 2024, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 5 August 2009
Where it says it operates: Outwith Scotland

What causes is Ronald McDonald House UK registered for?

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

Why is there no Clarity Score for Ronald McDonald House UK yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Ronald McDonald House UK. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Ronald McDonald House UK?

Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Ronald McDonald House UK a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Ronald McDonald House UK as a registered charity (number SC040717) 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 Ronald McDonald House UK's charity number?: Ronald McDonald House UK's charity number is SC040717. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC040717?: Search SC040717 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 Ronald McDonald House UK do?: The objects for which the Company is established are: (i) to provide accommodation and other assistance for children being treated in hospital and their families during periods of treatment and in particular but without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing to make grants and give financial assistance to such companies, trusts, associations or societies as are established for charitable purposes
Does Ronald McDonald House UK have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ronald McDonald House UK. 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 Ronald McDonald House UK?: Ronald McDonald House UK's website listed in our register data is http://www.rmhc.org.uk. 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 Ronald McDonald House UK registered as a charity?: Ronald McDonald House UK was entered on the register on 5 August 2009.

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.