--- title: "Big Noise — check charity number SC039119 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Big Noise a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039119. the advancement of education charity based in Stirling. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/big-noise retrieved: 2026-08-18T16:50:32.058Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Big Noise is a registered charity (number SC039119) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; 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. Its latest reported income was £5,449,479 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Big Noise? Registered charity number SC039119 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Stirling Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £5,449,479 Website [www.makeabignoise.org.uk](http://www.makeabignoise.org.uk/) ## What does Big Noise do? Sistema Scotland is a charity which seeks to improve lives and strengthen communities through music and nurturing relationships. This is achieved through our transformational music education and social change programme, Big Noise, where the symphony orchestra becomes a community that supports children and young people to gain vital life skills such as confidence, resilience, team work, pride, creativity, and aspiration. We target and work in communities who have historically faced social and economic barriers to music education. ## What causes is Big Noise registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Big Noise yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Big Noise 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=big-noise&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.makeabignoise.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Big Noise a legitimate charity? Yes. Big Noise is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039119) 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 Big Noise's charity number? Big Noise's charity number is SC039119. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039119? Search SC039119 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 Big Noise do? Sistema Scotland is a charity which seeks to improve lives and strengthen communities through music and nurturing relationships. This is achieved through our transformational music education and social change programme, Big Noise, where the symphony orchestra becomes a community that supports children and young people to gain vital life skills such as confidence, resilience, team work, pride, creativity, and aspiration. We target and work in communities who have historically faced social and economic barriers to music education. Does Big Noise have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Big Noise. 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 Big Noise? Big Noise's website is http://www.makeabignoise.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=SC039119).