--- title: "beat — check charity number SC039309 | CharityCompare" description: "Is beat a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039309. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/beat-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:40:47.833Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer beat is a registered charity (number SC039309) 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 education; the advancement of health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £4,031,229 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 beat? Registered charity number SC039309 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £4,031,229 Website [www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk](http://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/) ## What does beat do? (1) the relief of those suffering from Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, other eating disorders and disordered eating (hereinafter in this clause referred to as 'eating disorders'). (2) the preservation and protection of the physical and mental health of the families of those closely involved With the sufferers of eating disorders by the provision of advice and information. (3) the education of the public in respect of the nature and treatment of eating disorders. (4) the promotion of research into the cause and treatment of eating disorders and the dissemination of th… ## What causes is beat registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for beat yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. beat 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=beat-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is beat a legitimate charity? Yes. beat is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039309) 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 beat's charity number? beat's charity number is SC039309. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039309? Search SC039309 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 beat do? (1) the relief of those suffering from Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, other eating disorders and disordered eating (hereinafter in this clause referred to as 'eating disorders'). (2) the preservation and protection of the physical and mental health of the families of those closely involved With the sufferers of eating disorders by the provision of advice and information. (3) the education of the public in respect of the nature and treatment of eating disorders. (4) the promotion of research into the cause and treatment of eating disorders and the dissemination of th… Does beat have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for beat. 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 beat? beat's website is http://www.beateatingdisorders.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=SC039309).