Is Roslin Foundation a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Roslin Foundation as a registered charity (number SC023592) 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 Roslin Foundation's charity number?

Roslin Foundation's charity number is SC023592. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Roslin 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 Roslin Foundation?

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When was Roslin Foundation registered as a charity?

Roslin Foundation was entered on the register on 3 May 1995.

Registered charity · No. SC023592Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Roslin Foundation

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

Roslin Foundation is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, the advancement of animal welfare.

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What are the key facts about Roslin Foundation?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31: £3,477,248
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31: £2,923,359
Registered charity number: SC023592
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Midlothian
Website: www.roslinfoundation.com

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Roslin Foundation (number SC023592) 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 Roslin Foundation do?

Roslin Foundation supports research and development in biosciences relating to agriculture and biomedicine to advance knowledge, innovation and societal benefit. We achieve this primarily through funding research projects, facilities, equipment, studentships and early stage innovation that align with our charitable purposes and the strategic focus of the Roslin Institute. We enable high impact science by investing in capability, skills, collaborations and translational opportunities, including projects that improve animal health, welfare, sustainability, food security and human health relevan…

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Roslin Foundation

Answers Roslin 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”.

Where does Roslin Foundation's money come from?

Roslin Foundation reported £3.5m total income for the year ending 31 March 2025. The largest sources were investments £3.5m (100%).

Investments£3.5m · 100%

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 3 May 1995
Where it says it operates: Midlothian

What causes is Roslin Foundation registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of animal welfare

Why is there no Clarity Score for Roslin Foundation yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Roslin Foundation a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Roslin Foundation as a registered charity (number SC023592) 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 Roslin Foundation's charity number?: Roslin Foundation's charity number is SC023592. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC023592?: Search SC023592 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 Roslin Foundation do?: Roslin Foundation supports research and development in biosciences relating to agriculture and biomedicine to advance knowledge, innovation and societal benefit. We achieve this primarily through funding research projects, facilities, equipment, studentships and early stage innovation that align with our charitable purposes and the strategic focus of the Roslin Institute. We enable high impact science by investing in capability, skills, collaborations and translational opportunities, including projects that improve animal health, welfare, sustainability, food security and human health relevan…
Does Roslin Foundation have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Roslin 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 Roslin Foundation?: Roslin Foundation's website listed in our register data is http://www.roslinfoundation.com. 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.
Where does Roslin Foundation's money come from?: Roslin Foundation reported £3.5m total income for the year ending 31 March 2025. The largest sources were investments £3.5m (100%).
When was Roslin Foundation registered as a charity?: Roslin Foundation was entered on the register on 3 May 1995.

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.