--- title: "Ronald McDonald House UK — check charity number SC040717 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ronald McDonald House UK a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040717. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on Char" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ronald-mcdonald-house-uk-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T16:02:52.712Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ronald McDonald House UK is a registered charity (number SC040717) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £15,922,000 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Ronald McDonald House UK? Registered charity number SC040717 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £15,922,000 Website [www.rmhc.org.uk](http://www.rmhc.org.uk/) ## 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 ## 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? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ronald McDonald House UK 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=ronald-mcdonald-house-uk-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rmhc.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ronald McDonald House UK a legitimate charity? Yes. Ronald McDonald House UK is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040717) 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 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 is http://www.rmhc.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=SC040717).