--- title: "The Reader Organisation — check charity number SC043054 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Reader Organisation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043054. 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/the-reader-organisation-sc retrieved: 2026-08-21T10:28:23.446Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Reader Organisation is a registered charity (number SC043054) 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 citizenship or community development; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £4,586,647 (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 The Reader Organisation? Registered charity number SC043054 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £4,586,647 Website [www.thereader.org.uk](http://www.thereader.org.uk/) ## What does The Reader Organisation do? To promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of citizens and inhabitants of the United Kingdom and other countries, in particular the advancement of education, the furtherance of health, the relief of poverty, distress and sickness, the promotion of social inclusion and furtherance of community especially through reading and literature-based activities. ## What causes is The Reader Organisation registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Reader Organisation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Reader Organisation 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=the-reader-organisation-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thereader.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Reader Organisation a legitimate charity? Yes. The Reader Organisation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043054) 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 The Reader Organisation's charity number? The Reader Organisation's charity number is SC043054. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043054? Search SC043054 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 The Reader Organisation do? To promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of citizens and inhabitants of the United Kingdom and other countries, in particular the advancement of education, the furtherance of health, the relief of poverty, distress and sickness, the promotion of social inclusion and furtherance of community especially through reading and literature-based activities. Does The Reader Organisation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Reader Organisation. 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 The Reader Organisation? The Reader Organisation's website is http://www.thereader.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=SC043054).