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Registered charity · No. SC048124SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)West Lothian

Blackburn United

Blackburn United is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of public participation in sport, 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, based in West Lothian.

Quick answer

Blackburn United is a registered charity (number SC048124) 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 public participation in sport; 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 £201,822 (year ending 2024-02-28). 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 Blackburn United?

Registered charity number
SC048124
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Location
West Lothian
Latest income (year ending 2024-02-28)
£201,822

What does Blackburn United do?

We develop activities with the members and wider community, reaching out to people in new ways and regularly to ensure awareness that they can access the Club premises to share ideas and suggestions for new projects and support. We have surveyed the community regularly on the challenges and how to reach out effectively to those harder to engage yet most in need. Regular social media posts have provided communications on this and other mainstream media profiles.

What causes is Blackburn United registered for?

the advancement of public participation in sportthe 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 Blackburn United yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Blackburn United 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blackburn United a legitimate charity?
Yes. Blackburn United is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048124) 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 Blackburn United's charity number?
Blackburn United's charity number is SC048124. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC048124?
Search SC048124 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 Blackburn United do?
We develop activities with the members and wider community, reaching out to people in new ways and regularly to ensure awareness that they can access the Club premises to share ideas and suggestions for new projects and support. We have surveyed the community regularly on the challenges and how to reach out effectively to those harder to engage yet most in need. Regular social media posts have provided communications on this and other mainstream media profiles.
Does Blackburn United have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Blackburn United. 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 Blackburn United?
Blackburn United's website is http://www.blackburnunited.co.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.