--- title: "WellChild — check charity number SC045010 | CharityCompare" description: "Is WellChild a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045010. the advancement of health 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/wellchild-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:06:42.390Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer WellChild is a registered charity (number SC045010) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £1,862,195 (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 WellChild? Registered charity number SC045010 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,862,195 Website [www.wellchild.org.uk](http://www.wellchild.org.uk/) ## What does WellChild do? The Object of the Charity is the relief of sickness, primarily but not exclusively among sick and seriously ill children and young people and their families and carers, by: •The provision, promotion and advancement of charitable activities and services to care for and support the sick and seriously ill, and their families and carers, to ensure that they have the best possible quality of life. •The promotion, financing, maintenance and furtherance of medical and health research and ensuring the effective dissemination of the useful results of such research by supporting, informing and educat… ## What causes is WellChild registered for? the 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 WellChild yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. WellChild 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=wellchild-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.wellchild.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is WellChild a legitimate charity? Yes. WellChild is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045010) 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 WellChild's charity number? WellChild's charity number is SC045010. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045010? Search SC045010 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 WellChild do? The Object of the Charity is the relief of sickness, primarily but not exclusively among sick and seriously ill children and young people and their families and carers, by: •The provision, promotion and advancement of charitable activities and services to care for and support the sick and seriously ill, and their families and carers, to ensure that they have the best possible quality of life. •The promotion, financing, maintenance and furtherance of medical and health research and ensuring the effective dissemination of the useful results of such research by supporting, informing and educat… Does WellChild have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for WellChild. 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 WellChild? WellChild's website is http://www.wellchild.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=SC045010).