Founded in 1952 (originally as the National Spastics Society), Scope is a major UK charity dedicated to achieving disability equality across England and Wales. It operates a free helpline offering advice on benefits, social care, housing, employment, and education, supporting over a quarter of a million disabled people and families annually. Scope also convenes an online community forum, youth engagement programmes, and practical services aimed at closing gaps in opportunity and inclusion. Under its "Everyday Equality" strategy, the charity campaigns on critical issues like playground accessibility, energy poverty, employment barriers, and public attitudes, helping shape legislation and public discourse. With an annual income around £47 million, Scope allocates approximately 73‑75p of every pound to direct charitable activities. Despite financial strains resulting in store closures and workforce reductions, it continues to prioritise frontline support, advocacy, and systemic change driven by lived experience.