--- title: "The Seafarers’ Charity — check charity number SC038191 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Seafarers’ Charity a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038191. the prevention or relief of poverty 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-seafarers-charity-sc retrieved: 2026-08-21T17:05:12.260Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Seafarers’ Charity is a registered charity (number SC038191) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £1,769,000 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Seafarers’ Charity? Registered charity number SC038191 Status Registered (active) Charity type Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £1,769,000 Website [www.theseafarerscharity.org](http://www.theseafarerscharity.org/) ## What does The Seafarers’ Charity do? The Objects shall be: (i) the relief of seafarers, their families or dependants, who are in need, by providing support to Organisations established within the UK, the Commonwealth or elsewhere around the world. (ii) the education and training of people of any age to prepare for work or service at sea, by providing support to Organisations established within the UK, the Commonwealth or elsewhere around the world. (iii) the promotion of the efficiency and effectiveness of the maritime charitable sector within the UK, the Commonwealth or elsewhere around the world. (iv) the promotion of safety a… ## What causes is The Seafarers’ Charity registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Seafarers’ Charity yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Seafarers’ Charity 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-seafarers-charity-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theseafarerscharity.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Seafarers’ Charity a legitimate charity? Yes. The Seafarers’ Charity is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038191) 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 Seafarers’ Charity's charity number? The Seafarers’ Charity's charity number is SC038191. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038191? Search SC038191 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 Seafarers’ Charity do? The Objects shall be: (i) the relief of seafarers, their families or dependants, who are in need, by providing support to Organisations established within the UK, the Commonwealth or elsewhere around the world. (ii) the education and training of people of any age to prepare for work or service at sea, by providing support to Organisations established within the UK, the Commonwealth or elsewhere around the world. (iii) the promotion of the efficiency and effectiveness of the maritime charitable sector within the UK, the Commonwealth or elsewhere around the world. (iv) the promotion of safety a… Does The Seafarers’ Charity have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Seafarers’ Charity. 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 Seafarers’ Charity? The Seafarers’ Charity's website is http://www.theseafarerscharity.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=SC038191).