--- title: "Big — check charity number SC054203 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Big a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054203. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/big retrieved: 2026-08-18T16:50:42.284Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Big is a registered charity (number SC054203) 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 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. 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? Registered charity number SC054203 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Fife ## What does Big do? The company is a non-profit distributing organisation with the following aims: (a) Provide recreational facilities and activities to improve quality of life. (b) Promote citizenship and community development, fostering a safer, more resilient society while reducing anti-social behaviour. (c) Alleviate poverty and hardship by offering support to those facing social, economic, or health disadvantages, improving well-being. (d) Protect and enhance the local environment while preserving its history and culture for community benefit. ## What causes is Big registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe 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 intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Big yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Big 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&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Big a legitimate charity? Yes. Big is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054203) 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's charity number? Big's charity number is SC054203. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054203? Search SC054203 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 do? The company is a non-profit distributing organisation with the following aims: (a) Provide recreational facilities and activities to improve quality of life. (b) Promote citizenship and community development, fostering a safer, more resilient society while reducing anti-social behaviour. (c) Alleviate poverty and hardship by offering support to those facing social, economic, or health disadvantages, improving well-being. (d) Protect and enhance the local environment while preserving its history and culture for community benefit. Does Big have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Big. 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? Big 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=SC054203).