--- title: "Stroke Association — check charity number SC037789 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Stroke Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC037789. the advancement of education 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/stroke-association-sc retrieved: 2026-08-19T19:48:27.915Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Stroke Association is a registered charity (number SC037789) 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 education; 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 £44,400,000 (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 Stroke Association? Registered charity number SC037789 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £44,400,000 Website [www.stroke.org.uk](http://www.stroke.org.uk/) ## What does Stroke Association do? (A) working for the prevention of stroke. (B) educating the public in all matters concerning stroke. (C) carrying out, promoting or sponsoring research into the prevention or treatment of stroke or other conditions where the effects are similar to stroke, the rehabilitation and long-term care of stroke survivors and publishing the useful results of such research. and (D) responding to the needs caused by the effects of stroke, or other conditions where the effects are similar to stroke, by providing advice and support to those affected, their families and carers. ## What causes is Stroke Association registered for? the advancement of educationthe 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 Stroke Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Stroke Association 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=stroke-association-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.stroke.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Stroke Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Stroke Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC037789) 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 Stroke Association's charity number? Stroke Association's charity number is SC037789. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC037789? Search SC037789 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 Stroke Association do? (A) working for the prevention of stroke. (B) educating the public in all matters concerning stroke. (C) carrying out, promoting or sponsoring research into the prevention or treatment of stroke or other conditions where the effects are similar to stroke, the rehabilitation and long-term care of stroke survivors and publishing the useful results of such research. and (D) responding to the needs caused by the effects of stroke, or other conditions where the effects are similar to stroke, by providing advice and support to those affected, their families and carers. Does Stroke Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stroke Association. 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 Stroke Association? Stroke Association's website is http://www.stroke.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=SC037789).