Is The YM a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists The YM as a registered charity (number SC051470) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is The YM's charity number?

The YM's charity number is SC051470. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC051470?

Search SC051470 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.

Does The YM have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The YM. 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 YM?

The YM does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

When was The YM registered as a charity?

The YM was entered on the register on 5 January 2022.

Registered charity · No. SC051470SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

The YM

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

The YM is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include 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 advancement of environmental protection or improvement.

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What are the key facts about The YM?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £61,290
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £52,287
Registered charity number: SC051470
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Orkney Islands

Quick answer

The YM (number SC051470) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does The YM do?

We are responsible for the day-to-day operation of the YM Community Hall in Longhope. It is a very important hub for our community, providing a warm and welcoming space for people to meet, maintain friendships and build connections. Two of the key elements of our activities are the Friday Lunch Club and the twice weekly Community Cafe which have been operating since September 2022. The Community Hall is available for hire and is used daily by a range of local user groups and for larger community events throughout the year.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for The YM

Answers The YM gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 5 January 2022
Also known as: YM - Empower [SCIO]
Where it says it operates: Orkney Islands

What causes is The YM registered for?

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 intendedthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement

Why is there no Clarity Score for The YM yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score The YM. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to The YM?

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Frequently asked questions

Is The YM a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists The YM as a registered charity (number SC051470) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is The YM's charity number?: The YM's charity number is SC051470. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC051470?: Search SC051470 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 YM do?: We are responsible for the day-to-day operation of the YM Community Hall in Longhope. It is a very important hub for our community, providing a warm and welcoming space for people to meet, maintain friendships and build connections. Two of the key elements of our activities are the Friday Lunch Club and the twice weekly Community Cafe which have been operating since September 2022. The Community Hall is available for hire and is used daily by a range of local user groups and for larger community events throughout the year.
Does The YM have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The YM. 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 YM?: The YM does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
When was The YM registered as a charity?: The YM was entered on the register on 5 January 2022.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.