--- title: "Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) — check charity number SC038926 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038926. the advancement of health 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/royal-national-institute-for-deaf-people-rnid-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T21:00:42.641Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) is a registered charity (number SC038926) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £14,239,000 (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 Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID)? Registered charity number SC038926 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £14,239,000 Website [www.rnid.org.uk](http://www.rnid.org.uk/) ## What does Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) do? The objects of the Charity are to promote and encourage the prevention and mitigation of deafness and the better treatment, education, training, employment and welfare of people who are deaf or hard of hearing (which expression applies to all those whose hearing is significantly impaired), and generally to promote, safeguard and protect the welfare of such people ## What causes is Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) registered for? the advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) 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=royal-national-institute-for-deaf-people-rnid-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rnid.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) a legitimate charity? Yes. Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038926) 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 Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID)'s charity number? Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID)'s charity number is SC038926. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038926? Search SC038926 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 Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) do? The objects of the Charity are to promote and encourage the prevention and mitigation of deafness and the better treatment, education, training, employment and welfare of people who are deaf or hard of hearing (which expression applies to all those whose hearing is significantly impaired), and generally to promote, safeguard and protect the welfare of such people Does Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID). 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 Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID)? Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID)'s website is http://www.rnid.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=SC038926).