--- title: "Beacon Music — check charity number SC011582 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Beacon Music a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC011582. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Clackmannanshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/beacon-music retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:06:59.048Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Beacon Music is a registered charity (number SC011582) 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. 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 Beacon Music? Registered charity number SC011582 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Clackmannanshire ## What does Beacon Music do? Originally we were set up to work with prisoners and ex prisoners who have become Christians whilst in prison. However, in the last few years we have been helping charity donors to be enabled to make their giving more effective. ## What causes is Beacon Music registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Beacon Music yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Beacon Music 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=beacon-music&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Beacon Music a legitimate charity? Yes. Beacon Music is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC011582) 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 Beacon Music's charity number? Beacon Music's charity number is SC011582. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC011582? Search SC011582 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 Beacon Music do? Originally we were set up to work with prisoners and ex prisoners who have become Christians whilst in prison. However, in the last few years we have been helping charity donors to be enabled to make their giving more effective. Does Beacon Music have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Beacon Music. 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 Beacon Music? Beacon Music does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC011582).