--- title: "UNICEF UK — check charity number SC043677 | CharityCompare" description: "Is UNICEF UK a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043677. 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/unicef-uk-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:20:11.787Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer UNICEF UK is a registered charity (number SC043677) 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 health. Its latest reported income was £135,263,000 (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 UNICEF UK? Registered charity number SC043677 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £135,263,000 Website [www.unicef.org.uk](http://www.unicef.org.uk/) ## What does UNICEF UK do? 5.1 The objects of the Charity are: 5.2 to promote human rights for children (as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and other relevant United Nations conventions and declarations, and other relevant international and regional human rights instruments) throughout the world. 5.3 To further charitable work for children throughout the world including work through families and their communities for : 5.3.1 The relief of poverty and need. 5.3.2 The provision of education and training. 5.3.3 The promotion and protection of,… ## What causes is UNICEF UK registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for UNICEF UK yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. UNICEF UK 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=unicef-uk-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.unicef.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is UNICEF UK a legitimate charity? Yes. UNICEF UK is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043677) 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 UNICEF UK's charity number? UNICEF UK's charity number is SC043677. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043677? Search SC043677 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 UNICEF UK do? 5.1 The objects of the Charity are: 5.2 to promote human rights for children (as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and other relevant United Nations conventions and declarations, and other relevant international and regional human rights instruments) throughout the world. 5.3 To further charitable work for children throughout the world including work through families and their communities for : 5.3.1 The relief of poverty and need. 5.3.2 The provision of education and training. 5.3.3 The promotion and protection of,… Does UNICEF UK have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for UNICEF UK. 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 UNICEF UK? UNICEF UK's website is http://www.unicef.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=SC043677).