--- title: "Black Swan — check charity number SC055320 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Black Swan a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055320. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/black-swan retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:04:36.475Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Black Swan is a registered charity (number SC055320) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Black Swan? Registered charity number SC055320 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City ## What does Black Swan do? The organisation is established for the following charitable purposes, in accordance with section 7(2) To advance employment and personal development, particularly (but not exclusively) for young people and adults who are unemployed, under-employed, socially excluded, or otherwise disadvantaged. To advance citizenship and community development - by supporting individuals to develop life skills, confidence, resilience, and leadership, enabling fuller participation in society and equipping individuals to live positive, responsible, and constructive lives within their families and communities… ## What causes is Black Swan registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Black Swan yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Black Swan 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=black-swan&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Black Swan a legitimate charity? Yes. Black Swan is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055320) 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 Black Swan's charity number? Black Swan's charity number is SC055320. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055320? Search SC055320 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 Black Swan do? The organisation is established for the following charitable purposes, in accordance with section 7(2) To advance employment and personal development, particularly (but not exclusively) for young people and adults who are unemployed, under-employed, socially excluded, or otherwise disadvantaged. To advance citizenship and community development - by supporting individuals to develop life skills, confidence, resilience, and leadership, enabling fuller participation in society and equipping individuals to live positive, responsible, and constructive lives within their families and communities… Does Black Swan have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Black Swan. 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 Black Swan? Black Swan 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=SC055320).