--- title: "Searchlight Scotland — check charity number SC048715 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Searchlight Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048715. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/searchlight-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T11:26:18.796Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Searchlight Scotland is a registered charity (number SC048715) 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 £27,881 (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 Searchlight Scotland? Registered charity number SC048715 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £27,881 Website [searchlightscotland.org](http://searchlightscotland.org/) ## What does Searchlight Scotland do? The charity’s objectives are as follows. Our mission is to carry light to those living in the darkest situations of our society. We are dedicated to reaching out and bringing hope to the most vulnerable and facilitate a place of lasting recovery and restoration Our charitable purposes under the Charities Act align with the relief and support of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantages. Our current activities include. -‘The Programme’, which is a community service for women overcoming life controlling issues such as drug and alcohol add… ## What causes is Searchlight Scotland 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 Searchlight Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Searchlight Scotland 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=searchlight-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://searchlightscotland.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Searchlight Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Searchlight Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048715) 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 Searchlight Scotland's charity number? Searchlight Scotland's charity number is SC048715. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048715? Search SC048715 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 Searchlight Scotland do? The charity’s objectives are as follows. Our mission is to carry light to those living in the darkest situations of our society. We are dedicated to reaching out and bringing hope to the most vulnerable and facilitate a place of lasting recovery and restoration Our charitable purposes under the Charities Act align with the relief and support of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantages. Our current activities include. -‘The Programme’, which is a community service for women overcoming life controlling issues such as drug and alcohol add… Does Searchlight Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Searchlight Scotland. 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 Searchlight Scotland? Searchlight Scotland's website is http://searchlightscotland.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 2026-08-07, 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=SC048715).