--- title: "ballsandboots — check charity number SC050321 | CharityCompare" description: "Is ballsandboots a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050321. the advancement of public participation in sport charity based in North Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ballsandboots retrieved: 2026-08-18T02:39:16.030Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer ballsandboots is a registered charity (number SC050321) 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 public participation in sport. Its latest reported income was £37,495 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 ballsandboots? Registered charity number SC050321 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £37,495 Website [ballsandboots.org](http://ballsandboots.org/) ## What does ballsandboots do? The aim of using football to help children living in poverty to get involved with football. Provide kit and equipment to underprivileged children and small groups so they can particpate in sport ## What causes is ballsandboots registered for? the advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for ballsandboots yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. ballsandboots 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=ballsandboots&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://ballsandboots.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is ballsandboots a legitimate charity? Yes. ballsandboots is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050321) 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 ballsandboots's charity number? ballsandboots's charity number is SC050321. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050321? Search SC050321 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 ballsandboots do? The aim of using football to help children living in poverty to get involved with football. Provide kit and equipment to underprivileged children and small groups so they can particpate in sport Does ballsandboots have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for ballsandboots. 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 ballsandboots? ballsandboots's website is http://ballsandboots.org — 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=SC050321).