--- title: "BE United — check charity number SC044615 | CharityCompare" description: "Is BE United a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044615. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/be-united retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:41:10.694Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer BE United is a registered charity (number SC044615) 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 citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the promotion of religious or racial harmony. Its latest reported income was £207,425 (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 BE United? Registered charity number SC044615 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £207,425 Website [www.be-united.org.uk](http://www.be-united.org.uk/) ## What does BE United do? Charitable activities Our vision is to contribute to a more inspired, united and enriched world. Our mission is to advocate, nurture and champion Black people working in the performing arts, screen and event sectors in Scotland. Why? We believe our sectors are richer when all people are represented and included. Our values are: • Equity: to create a more equitable world, society and sectors. • Empowerment: to empower ourselves and others, to be the best that we can be. • Excellence: to go above and beyond in our work. To stand out. Through our initiatives, we seek to develop the pr… ## What causes is BE United registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe promotion of religious or racial harmony ## Why is there no Clarity Score for BE United yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. BE United 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=be-united&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.be-united.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is BE United a legitimate charity? Yes. BE United is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044615) 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 BE United's charity number? BE United's charity number is SC044615. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044615? Search SC044615 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 BE United do? Charitable activities Our vision is to contribute to a more inspired, united and enriched world. Our mission is to advocate, nurture and champion Black people working in the performing arts, screen and event sectors in Scotland. Why? We believe our sectors are richer when all people are represented and included. Our values are: • Equity: to create a more equitable world, society and sectors. • Empowerment: to empower ourselves and others, to be the best that we can be. • Excellence: to go above and beyond in our work. To stand out. Through our initiatives, we seek to develop the pr… Does BE United have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for BE United. 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 BE United? BE United's website is http://www.be-united.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=SC044615).