01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC000600
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- A specific local point, community or neighbourhood
- Volunteers
- 1-50 volunteers
- Staff
- 10
- Postcode
- EH8 9UT
OSCR note: This SCIO was incorporated on 09 September 2016 as a result of the conversion of an Industrial and Provident Society(Canongate Youth Project Ltd 1962RS)
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
Founded in 1977 as the Canongate Youth Project, our roots lie in grassroots community action. The original drop-in club, launched by Reverend Graeme Forbes at Old St Paul’s Church, quickly became a vibrant space for local youth—buzzing with energy, music, and connection. From the early days of northern soul and punk nights that drew over 100 young people, to the development of tailored employability programmes, our journey has always been shaped by the voices and needs of the young people we serve. Over nearly five decades, we’ve evolved in response to the changing lives and challenges of Edinburgh’s children and young people. What remains constant is our commitment to putting them at the centre of everything we do.
Charitable purposes
- the prevention or relief of poverty
- the advancement of citizenship or community development
- the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage
Beneficiaries
- Children or young people
Activities
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
4 The organisation's purposes are: 4.1 Provision of relevant services to tackle poverty and social inequality in Southside/N ewington/Dumbiedykes 4 .2 To raise the aspirations and opportunities of children, young people and families in Edinburgh and the Lothians and promote a more inclusive society 4.3 To provide a safe environment for children, young people and families in Edinburgh and the Lothians to explore relevant health, cultural, social and economic issues 4.4 To increase participation and citizenship amongst children, young people and families in Edinburgh and the Lothians and reduce social isolation
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 March 2025 | £323,212 | £435,449 | 10 | 16 October 2025 |
| 31 March 2024 | £454,932 | £392,943 | 10 | 27 November 2024 |
| 31 March 2023 | £409,393 | £429,688 | 10 | 20 December 2023 |
| 31 March 2022 | £448,603 | £529,335 | 10 | 23 December 2022 |
| 31 March 2021 | £504,448 | £410,990 | 10 | 22 December 2021 |
Figures are those reported by the charity and supplied in the OSCR bulk download. Blank facts remain distinct from zero.
04 Contact record
Principal office or trustees address
- Address supplied to OSCR
- Braidwood Community Centre, 69 Dumbieykes Road, Edinburgh
- Website supplied to OSCR
- www.canongateyouth.org.uk
- Parent charity
- Not supplied
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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