--- title: "Youth for Christ — check charity number SC039297 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Youth for Christ a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039297. 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/youth-for-christ-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:36:52.417Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Youth for Christ is a registered charity (number SC039297) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £1,330,751 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Youth for Christ? Registered charity number SC039297 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £1,330,751 Website [www.yfc.co.uk](http://www.yfc.co.uk/) ## What does Youth for Christ do? To promote the Christian faith and to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the world by (i) promoting and encouraging the Christian evangelisation of young people throughout the world I (ii) promoting and encouraging standards of behaviour which accord with the doctmes of the Christian faith (iii) relieving poverty and sickness (iv) to provide or assist in the provision of education for young people who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress by reason of their social, physical or economic circumstances (passed by special resolution on 26th April 2000) ## What causes is Youth for Christ registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Youth for Christ yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Youth for Christ 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=youth-for-christ-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.yfc.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Youth for Christ a legitimate charity? Yes. Youth for Christ is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039297) 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 Youth for Christ's charity number? Youth for Christ's charity number is SC039297. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039297? Search SC039297 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 Youth for Christ do? To promote the Christian faith and to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the world by (i) promoting and encouraging the Christian evangelisation of young people throughout the world I (ii) promoting and encouraging standards of behaviour which accord with the doctmes of the Christian faith (iii) relieving poverty and sickness (iv) to provide or assist in the provision of education for young people who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress by reason of their social, physical or economic circumstances (passed by special resolution on 26th April 2000) Does Youth for Christ have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Youth for Christ. 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 Youth for Christ? Youth for Christ's website is http://www.yfc.co.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=SC039297).