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Registered charity · No. SC053107SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)South Lanarkshire

Smile Children's Charity SCIO

Smile Children's Charity SCIO is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of health, the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended, the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, based in South Lanarkshire.

Quick answer

Smile Children's Charity SCIO is a registered charity (number SC053107) 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 provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £49,606 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

Key facts

Registered charity number
SC053107
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Location
South Lanarkshire
Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
£49,606

What the charity does

SMILE Children’s Charity supports children with disabilities, complex needs and serious illness, and their families across Scotland. The charity was founded by lived-experience parents who recognised a need for respite and support to reduce isolation, create inclusive opportunities and improve family wellbeing. We do this by providing tailored community-based support including access to family wellbeing, peer connection and practical assistance. We also offer short breaks, family events and programmes supporting carers’ mental health and resilience. All services are shaped by families themsel…

Registered causes

the advancement of healththe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage

Why there's no Clarity Score yet

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Smile Children's Charity SCIO 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Smile Children's Charity SCIO a legitimate charity?
Yes. Smile Children's Charity SCIO is a registered charity (number SC053107) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
What does Smile Children's Charity SCIO do?
SMILE Children’s Charity supports children with disabilities, complex needs and serious illness, and their families across Scotland. The charity was founded by lived-experience parents who recognised a need for respite and support to reduce isolation, create inclusive opportunities and improve family wellbeing. We do this by providing tailored community-based support including access to family wellbeing, peer connection and practical assistance. We also offer short breaks, family events and programmes supporting carers’ mental health and resilience. All services are shaped by families themsel…
How can I donate to Smile Children's Charity SCIO?
Smile Children's Charity SCIO's website is http://www.smilechildrenscharity.com — 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 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.